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01 May 2020

Diyar Al Muharraq launches deep graving sewer network ops

Diyar Al Muharraq, one of the leading urban developers in Bahrain, has announced that Phase One of the Deep Gravity Foul Sewer Network, within its master-planned island city, became operational in March. The company was aiming to get the network fully operational throughout the South Island by the end of last month.

Diyar Al Muharraq says its vision is to provide a high-quality, zero-carbon sanitation network that serves all residents of the city.

The sewage network spans 6.4 km in length, transferring wastewater directly to the deep reservoir located by the entrance of the city, it states.

The city’s sewage network is connected to a pumping station on the South Island, where the waste water is sent and then it is directed through the main 6.4-km line to the Hidd area, and finally to the sewage treatment plant which is connected to the local sewage network, says Diyar Al Muharraq.

The South Island has witnessed the completion of construction of the treated wastewater tank, holding a capacity sufficient to serve the entire island’s population.

The tank is linked to other strategic sub-tanks, eliminating the need for trucks to transport treated wastewater, as part of the strategy to reduce the carbon footprint, states the developer.

On the latest infrastructure developments, CEO Engineer Ahmed Alammadi says: “We, at Diyar Al Muharraq, are committed to putting our continuous efforts to provide residents with the ideal living environment. Our Deep Gravity Foul Sewer Network, which is an essential component of the infrastructure, is now operational.”

Nakheel disinfects 647 residential buildings in Dubai

Master developer Nakheel undertook a two-week precautionary deep disinfection programme at all 647 residential buildings in its Dubai property portfolio as part of its ongoing commitment to safeguarding public health.

The exercise covered common areas of all buildings managed by Nakheel Strata and all apartment blocks under the developer’s residential leasing division including Jumeirah, Discovery Gardens, The Gardens, Jumeirah Heights, Masakin Al Furjan, Badrah and International City.

Using Dubai Municipality-approved materials, the process took place during the government’s current night time restrictions. The deep disinfection is in addition to several ongoing public safety initiatives at Nakheel buildings, including elevator and high touch point sanitisation every two hours, hand sanitiser at building entry points and strict control measures for contractors.

Nakheel says it has also deep cleaned all of its offices across Dubai, and continues to follow strict disinfection regimes at its offices, malls, buildings and communities.

Nakheel’s master communities have been sterilised as part of Dubai Municipality’s disinfection programme. In addition, all beaches, parks, pools and sports facilities are temporarily closed under government directives.

The company is also following work-from-home policies in line with government directives, and has asked customers to use online services instead of visiting its offices in person.

Cityscape launches new online real estate portal

Cityscape, a pre-eminent real estate brand, has launched a new online portal developed to be a central hub of information for real estate.

This move meets the need for a curated real estate news aggregation and market insight and, with a legacy of connecting international property with investment over the past two decades, Cityscape is perfectly positioned to bring this to market, says the organiser.

The Cityscape Intelligence platform covers all news impacting the real estate sector and provides exclusive global insights and commentary from a pool of international and local experts.

The portal will offer a broad range of information, from market drivers in the residential, commercial and hotel segments to the latest architectural trends and technology shaping the industry, and up-to-date information and news on projects and government initiatives and announcements.

High-level contributors from market shapers including JLL, Knight Frank, Colliers, RICS, RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects), and CBRE have been involved in initial editorial, with dedicated economist reports from established market research brand, Peninsula, also featuring.

Chris Speller, Group Director of Cityscape, Informa Markets, says: “The Cityscape portfolio of events has always acted as facilitator for real-time, in-person interactions between key decision makers for the real estate market.”

“The Cityscape Intelligence platform is the next logical step in our role as a mediator and will provide a 365-day, 24/7 online access to impactful information and discussions,” he stated.

The platform launch coincides with Cityscape’s fresh new rebrand, designed to reflect the new era of the real estate industry as it focuses on a future of mobility, sustainability and opportunity, he adds.

Speller said: “By giving access to insights and information digitally, we aim to emulate the experience visitors have at Cityscape events, whether they are investors, brokers, developers or government representatives.”