UAE-based RAK Ceramics, a global manufacturer of premium lifestyle ceramics solutions, has launched the largest ceramic tile in the GCC region aiming to expand its reach and to compete in new arenas.

A new range of high-performance, ‘eco-active’ paints called Hygio, designed specifically for healthcare environments, has been developed by Soframap, the first independent French paint manufacturer. The products are the result of intensive research, says the company, which is a division of the Allios group.

Knauf is taking a leading role in the region by introducing technology that produces sustainable glasswool insulation which improves indoor air quality.

German company Haver & Boecker is looking to promote the use of its superior architectural mesh products in the region, following the highly successful application of these products for the ceilings and walls at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) in Doha, Qatar.

Sennebogen has added new members to its crawler and telescopic cranes ranges, which includes the German company’s biggest telescopic crawler crane yet – the 6113. The new Sennebogen 6113 has 120 tonnes of safe working load, proven boom concept, and a high level of flexibility.

Alyaf has good reason to celebrate, having commissioned its fourth production line and becoming the first geosynthetic manufacturer in the region to achieve integrated management system (IMS) certification.