The construction of a 40-km road from Jeddah will literally pave the way for the construction for a mega residential and tourism complex, which will stretch 7 km along the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia. The proposed multi-million-dollar Al Bundoquiya Island project, which will spread over a massive 20.
The Saudi cement industry – which was facing an overcapacity problem five years ago – is currently producing higher quantities while undergoing a huge expansion at an estimated investment of SR10 billion ($2.67 billion). With the existing annual capacity of 21.
Apool of expertise from around the globe has gone into a major bridge expansion project aimed at ensuring the safety and comfort of pilgrims performing one of the main Haj rituals. Work was completed at the end of last year on the SR100 million ($26.
Saudi Arabia’s construction sector is currently being driven by supply, rather than market demand, as increasing wealth from oil, gas and petrochemical sales create more funds available for mega-scale development projects, thereby increasing the supply capacity of industry, public and private infrastructure significantly.
Awaterside village, a multi-functional business park and a 20-storey office tower are among the diverse projects that are being developed by Sredco (Saudi Real Estate Development Company), a Jeddah-based specialised and professional real estate group and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alesayi Group of Companies.
Amajor plan to exploit the natural beauty of the Riyadh area and enhance it with exotic ingredients such as snow, wildlife and recreational, edutainment and adventure magnets is being offered up for development to private investors by the High Commission for Arriyadh Development, in a bid to unfold a world of family entertainment for Saudis as well
Construction work is progressing at a rapid pace on the highly prestigious Zamzam Tower, considered to be the first BOT (build-own-operate) project to be implemented in Makkah.
Zamil Steel has positioned itself very well with its recent production expansion and product diversification and forecasts growth in its international operations and exports to the countries in South East Asia, KHALID ABDULLA AL ZAMIL, managing director, Zamil Industrial Investment Company (ZIIC) told Gulf Construction in an exclusive interview.
Saudi Arabia’s leading steel manufacturer Zamil Steel is looking forward to consolidate on its strengths and emerge as one of the largest producers of quality steel products in the region – especially, given its excellent performance in the last couple of years.
Zamil Air Conditioners (ZAC) has recently won a flurry of contracts in the region, which will go a long way in reinforcing its strength as a regional provider of high-quality air-conditioning solutions.
Middle East Air Conditioners (Meac) is re-launching its Hotpoint range through a new dealership channel that will cover all regions of Saudi Arabia.
With architects aiming to create buildings and public spaces that are inviting, interesting and novel, building designs are exhibiting far more curvature than has been seen in the past.
With the Saudi market showing a lot of promise, Al Rashed Polystyrene Products Factory, a leading manufacturer of polystyrene products, is aiming to boost the sales of its range of wall and roof panel systems.
Keeping pace with the growing demand for flat and long products, leading Saudi Arabia-based steel manufacturer Saudi Iron and Steel Company (Hadeed) has recently kicked off a series of expansion programmes that will strengthen the company’s position in the fast-growing construction markets both within the kingdom and outside.
Paschal Concrete Forms Company – the regional office of German formwork specialist Paschal Werk G Maier – has successfully continued to serve the Saudi market, having joined hands recently with a leading player in the field.
Chimica Organica Industriale Milanese (Coim) – a leading Italian manufacturer of roofing systems – has recently completed a project at Jeddah and is now eager to continue its participation in the petrodollar-fuelled construction industry of the kingdom.
After having completed several projects in the kingdom with a touch of class, grandeur and professional care, Bamardouf Decoration Establishment, a leading Saudi-based interior decoration firm, is looking forward to boost its presence in the growing markets.
The newly-formed Plastbau Arabia Limited (PAL) is looking forward to launching operations of its manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia which would provide an innovative building system that would offer the benefits of speed, quality and cost-efficient construction.
On the back of a great year in business, Riyadh-based Saudi Ceramic Company (SCC) is looking forward to a year of expansion, product launches and opening up new showrooms in the kingdom as it is poised to go global. The year 2004 was an excellent year as regards sales and profits.
Sarnafil – a leading Switzerland-based manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing solutions – is looking forward to actively promote its range of high-quality and reliable solutions for tunnels in the region. The company is highly active in Saudi Arabia, operating though Juffali Chemical Products/Sarnafil and Construction Materials Division.
With more than 25 years of experience in trading diverse industrial sectors, Saudi Pan Gulf is optimistic of a great year in business, especially with soaring oil prices fuelling a period of stronger growth in the industrial and real estate sectors of the kingdom.
Saudi Vetonit Company (Saveto) – a leading manufacturer and distributor of the Vetonit and Saveto brand of finishing materials – is looking forward to further improve its operations with an aim of meeting its customers requirements throughout the region.
In a bid to reduce production costs, increase profitability and enhance competitiveness both in the local and export markets Saudi Cement Company (SCC) has embarked on the fifth extension and upgrading/modernisation project at its Hofuf plant.
Saudi Arabia-based Masa Establishment for Pest Extermination Services, which witnessed a near 40 per cent growth in business last year, is now set to further expand its network of offices as a part of its silver jubilee celebrations.
In its pursuit for quality and safety, the Saudi Arabia-based brick manufacturer El Maimani Red Brick Factories has introduced a new packing process for bricks that could effectively minimise onsite accidents and damage and ease work on site.
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Leading precast manufacturer Qanbar Dywidag Precast Concrete (QDC) is optimistic of a great year ahead, given the stronger market conditions that are fuelling the construction sector and the increase in infrastructure-related projects in Saudi Arabia.
Leading construction and heavy equipment dealer AlJomaih Holding Company is looking at enhancing its market position and has recently granted greater autonomy to its heavy equipment division by transforming it into a full-fledged equipment specialist operating as AlJomaih Equipment Company.
Saudi Arabia-based interior decoration specialist AlArabi Decoration and Construction Company is looking forward to a positive year in business after having created some of the most regal interiors for palaces and some of the larger projects in the kingdom and elsewhere in the Gulf.
On back of a successful year in business, Saudi Arabia-based Al Kifah Batching Plant (KBP) is looking forward to a year of expansion, new markets and new products that would eventually help the company post a larger increase in sales.
Saudi Crawford Doors Factory – specialists ‘in and around door openings’ – will launch a new generation of high-speed doors that promises exceptional performance in Saudi Arabia later this month. “The new Crawford 855 is the most complete high-speed door on the market today, with very high performance in a number of important parameters.
Construction work is well under way on a mixed-use commercial and residential in the heart of King Khalid Road in Al Khobar, which will contribute to the overall effort to facelift the downtown area of the city.
It’s the season of the largest, the longest and the first in the region’s construction sector. And it’s hard to expect the Gulf’s economic powerhouse Saudi Arabia not to join the race. Be it real estate, industries, oil and gas, infrastructure or tourism, in every segment of the construction market new Saudi projects are hitting headlines.
With the Saudi Railways Organisation (SRO) having invited applications for pre-qualification from contractors to take part in the Saudi Landbridge tender process last month, the kingdom’s ambitious plan of linking the major cities along its breadth has crossed a significant landmark.
Preliminary work is under way on two major real estate projects being developed by Rikaz for Development and Planning (Rikaz) in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia.
Within its first year of under a new ownership, Saudi Arabia-based Muhaideb Technical Supplies (MTS) has given an indication of moving from strength to strength by quickly surpassing its performances over the previous year.
After having scored a record of sorts by selling out 17,000 units of its engines, generators and water pumps in the Saudi market in the 12 months from April 2004 to March 2005, Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI) has set its eyes on a bigger target for this year.
In a bid to get closer to the customer, Saudi Arabia-based Al Ajab Metal Galvanising Factory has launched construction work on a new galvanising plant in Jubail. The new facility, which is being built on similar lines as its existing facility in Dammam, is expected to go on stream within six months.
With the growing awareness in the region of the benefits offered by bricks, the kingdom’s leading manufacturer of red bricks and clay products Yamama Factories for Red Bricks and Clay Products is looking forward to strengthen its hold on the market.
With industries, homes and establishments alike giving more importance to security issues, Saudi Arabia-based Guardian Industries is looking forward to maintaining its position as a leading player in the manufacture of hi-tech security products and solutions.
Leading manufacturer of high-quality fibreglass, acrylic and granite products in the kingdom, Al Mohsin Trading and Fibreglass Establishment is looking forward to a year of greater sales, backed by its range of high-quality products.
Technogroup, a manufacturer and supplier of high-quality and hi-tech rubber products, is working towards strengthening its position as a leading producer and supplier of rubber products and solutions in the kingdom and beyond.
In a span of over two decades, Unitech for Building and Construction Materials has grown from a 10-member team to a full-fledged manufacturing unit that is ably assisted by a 500-strong team of professionals, engineers, and technicians.
