Saudi Arabia

Armed with a transformation plan, Saudi Arabia is eyeing growth and investment, which spells good news for the construction sector As plunging oil revenues and spending cuts cast gloom on the Saudi construction horizon, the silver lining is that the kingdom is now actively addressing its housing shortage and pushing ahead with some of its key infr






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Omrania and Associates has been busy creating stunning designs, some of which are already redefining the capital city’s skyline A bouquet of iconic projects that will soon grace the skyline of the Saudi capital have emanated from the drawing boards of Omrania and Associates, a leading Saudi-based architectural and engineering consulting prac






The Samaya project is being built to the highest engineering and urban planning standards and will be a much sought-after residential address Construction work is set to commence shortly on a billion-riyal project that is designed to become a sought-after residential destination in Wadi Hanifah, one of the most attractive spots in the Saudi capita






Zamil Steel Company has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Eiffage Genie Civil, a member of France’s Eiffage Infrastructures Group specialising in infrastructure projects, to cooperate and share expertise on infrastructure steelworks projects in the GCC region.






Building Component Solutions (BCOMS), a subsidiary of Zamil Industrial Investment Company (Zamil Industrial), has been awarded key certifications that attest the performance of its sandwich panels in terms of fire, wind and foot traffic resistance and water leakage.






Armed with a portfolio of smart and efficient hollowcore solutions and equipment that ensure greater control, predictability and reliability for hollowcore producers, Ultra-Span Technologies says it is on its way to becoming the leading partner in the Middle East region.






Jotun Powder Coatings Saudi Arabia has seen remarkable growth over the past year with its capacity having increased by 35 per cent following a complete upgrade of its main factory in Dammam. The expansion has included installing new production lines to cater to the ever-increasing demand from its customers.






Etihad Cranes and Lifting Solutions has partnered with GH Cranes of Spain to provide high-performance cranes at a major project launched within the King Abdul Aziz International Airport complex in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. GH Cranes is one of the largest European crane manufacturers and a market leader in the production of special lifting equipment.






FCC Aqualia, a subsidiary of Spain’s FCC Group, has made significant inroads into the regional market, winning the confidence of governments through ground-breaking solutions and its ability to undertake large-scale projects.






Hempel Paints Saudi Arabia has rebranded itself, with the event coinciding with the first year anniversary of opening its biggest regional showroom in Riyadh. One year on, this strategically located showroom has successfully catered to the needs of its customers, in an area that accommodates the highest number of real estate needs.






Assigned the challenge of planning and designing all vertical transportation systems for what will be the tallest tower in the world, Kone is now scheduled to begin first lift installation on the kilometre-high Jeddah Tower next month (June).






Saudi Building Materials Company (SBMC), a pioneer in concrete production and building materials in Saudi Arabia, says it is expanding and adding new technology and products to its portfolio. The company specialises in all types of concretes and has nine concrete factories in the kingdom.






GE OIL & Gas has broken ground on its multi-modal manufacturing and service facility at the Modon (Saudi Industrial Property Authority) site in the Second Industrial City, Dammam.






As it marks 35 years of service to the Saudi construction industry this year, Qanbar Dywidag Precast Concrete Company (QDC) is busy completing key housing and industrial projects in Saudi Arabia and keenly eyeing others that are set to be awarded soon.






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