Qatar Construction Sites magazine August 2012

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Monthly Construction news, tenders, project focus, and forthcoming exhibitions in Qatar

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ALBASET Trading & Transportation Company W.L.L ALBASET is a leading provider of transportation solutions. the company rapidly developed and recognized for its customized services and recognized as one of the top transportation companies in Doha. ALBASET became one of the first companies based in Doha . After many years of hard working carrier with successful trading, ALBASET returned to take a large area in Doha market . ALBASET place high value on maintaining and enhancing quality in every facet of the Organization. Therefore it has

designed and implemented a quality management system to ensure a consistent level of high standards at all times. ALBASET is The first company in exporting all cars and to and from Doha to all nations of the world and through the (landsea) 1. Freight goods from and to Doha and all over the world. 2. we move heavy equipment across the latest techniques to all States in the Middle East 3. Finalizing all custom procedures for imported / exported goods.

4. Helping your company with getting the goods in the white list. 5. The company has warehouses for storage on demand. Our vision is to achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction.By our excellent services we do not seek any competition. ALBASET Trading & Transportation Company W.L.L Email:[email protected] Doha, Qatar - P.O Box: 19593 Tel No:44582201 Fax No :44582207 Mob:55633822

Architect Fernando Romero eyeing Qatar opportunities Fernando Romero is a Mexican architect, urban designer, educator, theorist, author and philanthropist. A young, contemporary architect, he is most identified with the Soumaya Museum. Romero´s approach to architecture has been influenced by a deep focus on research and innovation, giving the perception of related topics such as urbanization, climate change, social housing and visual arts. In 2010, Romero opened his office FREE Fernando Romero EnterprisE in New York City for international operations and set up an Internet-based platform that displays different kinds of innovative designs. The purpose of this initiative is welcome collaborations and partnerships between individuals and organizations, thus materializing ideas into revolutionary projects that provide improvements to the lives of people. Following his visit to Qatar in April, Qatar Construction Sites had this email interview with Romero: What are the reasons behind your visit to the Gulf region? I have always been fascinated by this region and I am analyzing both opportunities in Qatar and Lebanon, which are both great destinations with great potential.

Do you plan to take up projects in Qatar? Qatar is a state that has intrigued us for many reasons, not only for its educational visionary projects, but also for its projects that enhance and enrich human and urban qualities as a result of combining both the tradition and the potential of the future. What is your impression on the Doha skyline and the city’s architecture? Doha has been seeking to build consistent, great pieces of contemporary architecture that would become not only international references while setting new standards in the Middles East. How do you describe your style? We are not interested in style, we are interested in translation of ambitions, contexts and historical moments into new and special structures that move people and resolve architectural problems. Which project has given you the most satisfaction? A: Each project has its own intensity and challenges, but usually the ones that have more intensity between the programmatic needs, the spe-

cific contents and client motives. What is your dream project? I consider myself a very spiritual personal and have always been interested in designing a cathedral or (any other) religious building. Designing a new city has been one of the main ambitions of the office. It would be great to work on a museum that aims to connect architecture with art. Are there any designers, architects, from the past you appreciate a lot? Rather than mentioning (some) architects or designers, we are fascinated with the evolution of society through technology and progress.

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Siemens hosts technology forum in Doha

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iemens, the global powerhouse in electronics and electrical engineering operating in the energy, infrastructure, industry and healthcare sectors, is well positioned to strengthen further its engagement in Qatar’s rapidly developing economy, boasting innovative products, systems, solutions and services for the country’s energy sector aimed at driving down costs, boosting innovation and meeting sustainability demands. At the Siemens Technology Forum, an event held recently in Doha, company experts from the region and Germany met with key customers in Qatar’s oil, gas and petrochemical industry to demonstrate how they could benefit from the comprehensive life-cycle management portfolio consisting of products, systems, solutions and services to reduce total cost of ownership and improve innovation capability while meeting sustainability demands. Among the companies that participated in the event were Qatar Petroleum, Qatargas Company, Qatar Petrochemical Company, RasGas Company, Qatar Vinyl Chloride, and Qatar Fertilizer Company. “At Siemens, we understand that the oil, gas and petrochemical industry is being driven by changing feedstock and

downstream diversification,” said Martin á Porta, CEO of Siemens WLL, the Qatari unit of Siemens AG. “Companies in Qatar and throughout the region working in these industries are faced with a multitude of demanding challenges – from speed of innovation, to efficiency and productivity requirements. Workshops such as the Technology Forum allow us to address these requirements and focus on our customers and their needs right where they are,” said á Porta. One concept showcased at the event was that of the “Digital Plant” which integrates innovative design, engineering and maintenance and asset optimization services and tools, to reach effective integration of all phases of project execution – from front-end engineering design (FEED) to commissioning – as well as for plant optimization and maintenance. Siemens experts also discussed how the company’s products and services can be used by oil and gas industry customers to focus on their core business by providing in-

novative asset maintenance and network planning services, which ensure availability of an efficient and reliable electrical power infrastructure in the operating plants. As a world leader in building environmentally-friendly solutions, Siemens, based on its Totally Integrated Automation and Totally Integrated Power concepts, has designed and successfully implemented solutions for power supply, power distribution, process automation and drive technology which help to meet the increasing environmental concerns and safety standards of the chemical, petrochemical and oil and gas industries. “We value our long-term customer relationships and doing so means investing our time, service and people. This commitment is part of our dedication to supporting Qatar’s infrastructure plans for its National Vision 2030,” á Porta said.

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FA-SA: maximum service and incredible ease of use

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A-SA is a wide updated production range, suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications, including high-pressure cleaners to vacuum cleaners, wet & dry vacuum cleaners, floor sweepers as well as floor scrubberdriers, carpet cleaners and cleaners. All FA-SA products are designed to ensure maximum service and incredible ease of use, in a perfect synthesis between performance, design and ergonomics: easy to handle, versatile, superbly designed and supplied with a complete series of accessories ensuring adaptation to every specific requirement. Without forgetting safety: all products conform to European standards and regulations and are controlled by the most important certification authorities. *Cold and hot water highpressure cleaners Compact, handy, ideal for any outdoor cleaning requirement, DIY of high-pressure cleaners is showing its extreme versa-

tility by granting top quality performance, reliability and ease of use. The perfect balance among performance, design and ergonomics makes FA-SA high pressure cleaners an irreplaceable instrument for working, both in DIY and in professional sectors. The complete set of accessories enables applications and usage of the products to be enlarged, by making them functional for any need to wash, hygienise, degrease and disinfest, in a short time and comfortably, any external surface. *Wet and dry vacuum cleaners-carpet cleaners Specially designed to meet specific requirements in industrial field, FA-SA professional line of vacuum cleaners presents a wide range of high-tech and functional solutions. Suction power, filtering system and silent running are the essential features, which have made these products appreciated by professional users. To remove any kind of dirt, superficial or more resistant, solid or liquid, in industrial, food

or mechanical sector; in handycraft and in wood manufacturing, in service companies, offices, sports plants or public corporations: the ideal solution for any requirement, specially designed to make your work more effective, faster and easier. *Floor scrubber-driers Direct experience of professional people has resulted in FA-SA Floor scrubbers range: easy to handle, powerful, efficient, carefully conceived and designed by using top-quality materials. Versatility and wide range allow to select the most suitable machine for any work place as well as to maximize performances while reducing time and labor to a minimum. All products are fully environment friendly and aimed to the highest comfort of the user, who will achieve the best results in cleaning even in the hardest conditions of usage. *Single disc machines Impressive stability and working balance, operators could work for hours without any arm or body fatigue.

Transmission with gearbox to ensure duration, power and noiseless; strong handle joint, ergonomic handle with all integrated safety switches with easy controls, protection traceless bumper, optional additional accessories for special applications available on request. *Sweepers FA-SA professional line, available both as electric and gas engine version, is made of sturdy shock-proof steel. Main controls are mechanically operated, to ensure maximum ruggedness and reliability in time. Top efficiency and work quality are granted by the back load, which allows a more complete dirt collection and consequent reduction of machine stops. The brushes supplied are perfectly efficient on every kind of surface; tougher brushes are available on request ,to meet more demanding cleaning requirements. Easy routine maintenance: both main and side brush can be replaced by simply unscrewing three screws. FA-SA line is suitable for cleaning of medium Large,

surfaces, such as stores, squares, garages, deposits and parking. *Steam generators IVP is an electric generator producing saturated steam, at 10 atm pressure and 180°C temperature. IVP is suitable to degrease and sanificate any object or surface in an easy, ecological and definitive way, even in less reachable places, without any need of specific disinfecting products. This allows to reduce operating time to a minimum, thus resulting in a substantial decrease of labor costs as well as in energy saving and reduction of exhaust residuals to waste. It is ideal for food and baking industry, for private and institutional use, for pharmaceutical and mechanical industry, for dairy factories, for building sectors and so on. *The authorized distributer in Qatar for the FA-SA products is Technical Supplies & Services. Tel : +974 44439898 Fax : +974 44437676 – P OBox : 24770 - Doha Qatar.

Roots - comprehensive cleaning solutions

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oots Multiclean Ltd (RMCL) started the manufacture of mechanized cleaning equipment in the early 1990s through a techno-financial collaboration with Hako Werke, Germany. The RMCL product stable comprises of comprehensive cleaning solutions for a wide variety of industrial, commercial and domestic cleaning requirements. Products from RMCL are backed by critical research and design insights to suit specific Asian conditions and reflect international

styling. ROOTS WIZZARD-MINI SCRUBBER DRIER The ROOTS WIZZARD Mini Floor Scrubber Drier is a compact, highly portable, easy-to-use machine that operates at extremely quiet levels. Suitable for restaurants also. This multi-purpose floor scrubbing machine can be used on almost any floor surface including escalator, safety floors, tiles, carpets and even escalators making it a versatile and efficient all round machine. • Simply change the brushes for a different

cleaning task. • Can be used on travelators, escalators and entrance matting. • Excellent maneuverability, no heavy pushing, pulling or lifting. WALKBEHIND SCRUBBER DRIERS Easy guidance, excellent steering and extremely maneuverable. Non-corrosive, robust tough plastic tanks. Parabolic squeegee and protruding brush head ensures complete cleaning. Ergonomically designed operating panel and handle. Excellent view of operating switches and

area to be cleaned. Area performance up to 2000 sq.mts per hour. Quick, economical, automatic Scrubber Drier for efficient cleaning. Rugged, modular construction for effective maneuverability. Mains operated with power flow drive. Parabolic squeegee ensures perfect cleaning even at corners. SINGLE DISC MACHINES The Roots Single Disc machine is best in class, high torque belt driven machine. It comes with a 175 RPM motor which offers quite and vibration free operation. The chas-

sis is strong and fitted with large wheels for easy transportation. The handle is fitted with multiple safety features like dead man switch, Vertical handle lock & Switch locking bottom. Simple loading & unloading of brushes makes it pleasure working with the Roots Single Disc machines. *The authorized distributer in Qatar for Roots Multiclean products is Technical Supplies & Services. Tel : +974 44439898 Fax : +974 44437676 P.O.Box: 24770-DohaQatar.

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White blocks improve energy efficiency The weather in Qatar is hot and humid during the summer. Midday temperature in July and August usually reaches as high as 46 degrees with the humidity exceeding 85%. In recent years, temperatures of over 40 degrees have been witnessed starting from May, making the use of air-conditioning a must almost eight months of the year. The electrical energy consumed by air-conditioning equipment is quite high and puts a huge pressure on the power generation grid in Qatar. There are various common methods to minimize the electrical energy consumed by airconditioning systems like increasing the thickness of walls and roofs to increase thermal resistances or using insulating materials. According to a paper published by the engineering journal of University of Qatar, the government had a set policy on thermal properties of roofs and walls of its buildings. However, in practice, most of the people still construct their houses from hollow concrete blocks without insulation. “The policy requires that the heat transmittance (U) value for walls must be less than or equal to 0.741 W/m2 degrees and that for roofs must be less or equal to 0.57 W/m2 degrees. These values are quite low and could not be achieved

for walls made of hollow concrete blocks of 20cm thickness in the hot weather of Qatar,” the paper noted. Thermostone or the white blocks could just be the answer to that. “Thermostone blocks have a number of advantages over conventional blocks, as they have excellent thermal insulation properties, are lightweight and provide acoustic as well as fire-proofing properties,” said engineer Wael Melaeb, sales manager at ACICO Qatar Aerated Concrete industries Company. ”Besides being cost-efficient and energy-saving, they are environment friendly,” Melaeb, said. Ensuring huge cost saving in installation, Thermostone blocks are internationally ranked number three in green building materials. “It is made from natural materials readily available locally, with all the raw materials needed available in the radius of 50km. Also, it produces less carbon dioxide emissions,” Melaeb noted. A local study in 1996 titled “Economic and Thermal Performance of Thermostone in Qatar” explored the performance characteristics of Thermostone as a building material, comparing it with hollow concrete blocks and the effect of using it instead of regular bricks on the overall cooling load of buildings.

Carrier Advanced Load Program (E20-II) was used to estimate the annual cooling load of a typical residential Qatari house. A number of combinations of walls and roofs for the house have been used, and the annual electrical energy to air-condition the model house for these combinations is estimated. Comparison of the results revealed that a house whose walls are built from Thermostone blocks would consume 25 % to 30 % less electrical energy than one whose walls are built from hollow concrete blocks. An economic analysis has been performed for these combinations of roofs and walls. The results show that building with Ther-

QPM adopts Proliance software from Meridian Qatar Project Management (QPM) has selected Proliance software from Meridian Systems, a Trimble Company, to streamline its construction management processes on a wide variety of projects in the Middle East and North Africa region. Doha-based QPM is one of the region’s premier project management companies. QPM selected Proliance for its robust cost and budgeting functionality. Proliance allows QPM to bring together all construction project management data and documents in one centralized system of record, improving its project management practices and creating a strong foundation for tracking pending and future project issues. Using Proliance, QPM’s goal is to provide its employees with an easy-to-use system that enables staff to be more productive using streamlined workflow, while allowing QPM to offer cost effective project management

services. “Proliance allows the streamlining of business systems by providing comprehensive functionality including project cost control, schedule management and document management as part of one technology solution,” said Dr Hassan Al Fadala, QPM Managing Director. “It also standardizes access to information and enables realtime access to critical project data. By using Proliance, we can improve collaboration and visibility across key projects and integrate with our other internal

systems, creating one complete system that helps QPM retain its competitive edge,” said Al Fadala. “We are pleased to be selected by QPM to help manage their mega projects in various locations around the world,” said Geene Alhady, general manager of Meridian Systems. “Our customers in the Middle East face many unique challenges in project delivery and we look forward to working with QPM to contribute to their continued success in the region.”

mostone blocks can cut the annual cost of electricity by 28% to 34% as compared to building with hollow concrete blocks. The environment-friendly features of Thermostone are not its only advantage. “Thermostone are low weight, acoustic insulator and can resist fire for up to four hours. The regular bricks on the other hand are heavy weight, has no acoustic insulation, no thermal insulation and are not fire resistant,” Melaeb said. Thermal insulation properties of Thermostone and the fact that it doesn’t transmit humidity allow it to maintain a comfortable atmosphere within living spaces.

Moreover, insects can’t live in Thermostones because it is not hollow. The same property makes it possible to cut it into any shape. However, these advantages come at a cost. “Compared to regular bricks it is considered 10% more expensive initially, but it is more economic compared to other forms of insulating brocks,” Melaeb pointed out. Qatar Aerated Concrete Industries Company is the only local producer of Thermostone in the state right now. It has four branches in the GCC countries and its plant in Mesaieed has a production capacity of 900sq m daily.

Melaeb noted that the company had had a good response from consultants to Thermostone. It is used now in a lot of projects, including 90% of buildings at The Pearl, Al Waab city, Barwa City in Abu Hammour, and over 40 towers in the West Bay. Melaeb said the light weight of the white bricks made them eminently suitable for skyscrapers for whom the building load is of utmost importance. Thermostone is especially attractive for private villas because of its acoustic insulation properties. Currently, Qatar Aerated Concrete Industries Company is working on adding the white blocks to the country’s building codes.

Barwa Al Doha project, a trailblazer

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he landmark Barwa Al Doha project is expected to change Qatar’s retail and hospitality landscape radically by combining a shopping mall, a multi-level car park and a five-star hotel. Occupying 66,000sq m with a built area of about 324,000sq m, it is master planned by RTKL. The luxury premium development will contain a five-star ho-

tel with 257 rooms and 71 fully furnished and serviced apartments, a 90,000sq m multilevel enclosed shopping mall consisting of 290 retail units, cinemas, a family entertainment center, a spa, restaurants and a mosque. The development, which is set to redefine the mixed-use retail concept, is scheduled for completion in 2015.

It is located near the Muntazah/A Ring Road intersection in Doha. Among its facilities are: * A star hotel * Shopping mall * Cinema complex * Spa * Mosque * Parking for 4,000 cars * Fine dining

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The use of color in interior design Keep in mind that some colors don’t work in all rooms, so be careful how you choose them By Eng Hossni Abdul Qadir Future Engineering Group here is much to consider when designing a beautiful interior space. Elements such as furniture arrangement, fabric selection and interior style are all important to the finished decor. Of all the aspects, however, the choice of a color scheme is one of the most vital to the feeling of a finished room. Color makes space appear large or small. Color choices affect the reflection of light in a room and color enhances mood and style. Choosing an interior color scheme is not difficult. With a little knowledge of the theory of color and a few design tips, creating a gorgeous color scheme is easy. Designing a color scheme 1. Incorporate existing finishes into your interior color scheme. As you plan your home colors, it is important to start your palette by incorporating any existing flooring colors, countertop finishes and large-ticket furniture pieces into your design. These are color elements that you choose to remain the same, so work the colors into your decor and scheme. 2. Consider your light sources. The perception of color is dramatically affected by light, so consider the number of windows you have in a space as well as the direction the room faces. North-facing rooms always cast a slight blue tint to the light while west-facing rooms have a more orange tinge. 3. Use the color wheel. Study the color wheel for color scheme planning direction. Analogous colors, or those next to each other on the wheel, create a more calming mood in a room while complementary colors, or those opposite each other, result in a more dramatic, energized space. 4. Consider the dimensions of the room. Color use affects the perceived size of a room. Small rooms feel larger when light colors are used. Large rooms appear smaller when a dark hue is chosen. Ceilings feel higher when painted a light color while they look lower when painted with a darker color. 5. Study the style of your interior design. Various interior decorating styles incorporate certain colors to enhance their look. Tuscan design is hallmarked by its use of gold and orange, and French Country decor usually has bright blues and yellows. The design of your home often

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dictates some of the colors you use. 6. Consider geographical location. When designing your color scheme, consider where you live. Hot climates appear cooler by use of cool colors such as white, blue and green. If you live in a cold climate, incoporate warm colors such as red and orange to give your home a warm feeling during those cold

self? Below is a list of colors and their respective personality traits. Yellow = Idealist, self-fulfillment, lofty dreams. Green = Moral, balance, caring companion. Blue-Green = Sensitive, exacting and sensitive. Blue = Secure, conservative, trusting and loyal friend. Purple = Polite, vain and non-impressionable. Lavender = Social, civilized and

winter months. 7. Choose colors that harmonize in an open-concept home. Many home designs feature rooms that are visually open to other spaces, so choose a color scheme that is harmonious and coordinating for maximum visual appeal. OK, now that we got past choosing color, you want to know: “Do colors really reflect our personalities?” Why don’t you decide for your-

neat. Brown = Dependable, conservative by nature. Red = Aggressive, vigorous, impulsive in your mood and actions. Burgundy = Ambition, conscience and strength. Pink = Romantic, charm, softness and warmth. Orange = Adventuress, goodnatured and charming. White = Simplicity, neat and immaculate. Gray = Cautious and noncommittal. Black = Dignified, sophisticated and mysterious. However, don’t run out and buy

the color that matches your personality if you already have colors in your home. These personalities are just a non-scientific way to look at colors and how and why people choose them. But, keep in mind that some colors don’t work in all rooms; so be careful how you choose them. Who you start We will go over each room and suggest color that work best. However, every situation varies according to the occupants of the home and present furnishings and materials. Entrance This is the portal that invites people into your home: The entry door. So, the color should give the impression of a grand “Welcome to my home” message. Of course the color may be dictated by the color of the house. Living room This used to be the most formal room in the home. And in some it still is, so it should be comfortable and have a cozy atmosphere. Here you can use mostly any color you feel comfortable with and that works with your furnishings. Kitchen The colors that can be used in this room are endless; since most of the time the cabinets are white or wood. Of course, there are some colors that should be avoided like blue, pink and orange. Not only could these colors have an opposite

effect on the appetite by seeming to suppress it but also could cause an uncomfortable feeling to your guests while eating. Dining room Today this room functions as a formal area for holidays and parties and since red is the color that stimulates the appetite (how many restaurants have red in their color schemes); many designer’s prefer this to other colors. Be careful not to make the shade too light or it will be pink. Pink is a relaxing color and may cause your guests to not want to leave! Bedroom The bedroom color plays an important part and tends to depend more on personal preference than individual psychology. Of course, the color decisions will also be based on the color of the bedding you have. Green is a relaxing color and red can get your adrenaline flowing. Pick your bedding first before choosing paint colors. It is much easier to match the paint color to the bedding colors. Kids’ room Children are influenced by many factors such as music, TV, video and friends. Some colors are soothing while others could create a possible disabling or disruptive behavior. Try to avoid dark blue, black and too much white and of course, red. Purple seems to have a mentally stimulating effect, while violet has a rescinding effect with

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emotional disorders. Consider green which is relaxing as well as pink. Bathroom There are no clear cut colors to use in this room. Some decorators and designers use certain colors to enhance skin tones. Some like blue because of its relation to water, while others prefer the purity of white. Entertainment / family room This is the place that will give you a great deal of stress-free time to un-wind, sit back, watch a movie or read a book. This is where the true personality of the owner should be present. Color use in this room will depend on its ultimate use. Exercise Room Exercise room colors should be carefully considered. Green should be avoided; since it is a color that is linked to relaxation. Red increases adrenal-gland stimulation, helping us become strong and increase stamina. However, stay away from pink since it is a soothing color that won’t help you to work out. Please keep-in-mind that these are just suggestions to aid you in your color choices. Your colors should be your personal preference. Don’t be influenced by trendy colors. Colors are also influenced by demographic (nationalities) and geographic locations. So when you color your home check out our “Design Styles” page, which will help with furniture design styles.

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Program focus on worksite safety The Safety Construction Orientation Training program provides the basics in construction safety By Engineer Hosni Abd El Kader

The Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT) program is an interactive, online-training course composed of 13 modules, each focused on a different fundamental aspect of worksite safety. SCOT is convenient, easy-touse, easy-to-understand, and is interactive and accessible as the program is available on the web. A user can purchase and take the program via this website. The program begins with an introductory module that describes the content, purpose and important practical information necessary to help participants navigate through the training experience. The program provides the basics in construction safety and requires 100% mastery of 13 modules which take approximately three to five hours to complete. The 13 modules and their descriptions are as follows: 1) Workplace Law – This module focuses on vital health and safety legislation designed to protect the health and safety of Saskatchewan workers. The important legal and ethical responsibilities of workers and employers are explained. Participants are also introduced to incident reporting and tool box talks used to improve worksite safety. 2) Workplace Hazards – Haz-

ard recognition is a skill that all workers need to stay safe on the worksite. This module introduces participants to common types of hazards found in the construction industry, how to assess their severity and the different control methods employed to prevent incidents from occurring. 3) Managing Worksite Conditions and Equipment – The Saskatchewan worksite can be a particularity dynamic environment due to constant changes in weather, a diverse workforce, and increasingly complex building projects. As a result, hazards associated with housekeeping, slips, trips, falls, and materials need to be recognized. General tool safety guidelines including rotating machinery, air, electric and powder actuated tools are also discussed in this module. 4) Personal Physical Care and Conduct - Working in the construction industry requires substantial physical health and stamina. In this module, ways to care for your body to prevent injuries and the impacts of drugs and alcohol on your ability to work safely are examined. Professional behavior and conduct on the worksite are also part of this module. 5) WHMIS – The construction industry uses various chemicals and materials that could be harmful to your health if not handled correctly. In this

module you will learn the purpose of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), responsibilities of workers, suppliers and employers, WHMIS labeling, and the function of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) in protecting yourself from the dangers of hazardous materials. By successfully completing this module, you will receive a generic WHMIS certificate. 6) Powered Mobile Equipment – Powered mobile equipment (PME) is used for many purposes in the construction industry. It is important to operate and work near this equipment safely to avoid injury. In this module you will be introduced to the different types of powered mobile equipment, Saskatchewan specific legislation regarding training of PME operators, how to conduct a pre-job walk around of a machine and how to work safely around this equipment. 7) Ladder and Scaffold Safety – Some of the most common tools used on construction sites today include ladders and scaffolds. They can also be major sources of injuries due to falls and improper use. In this module, a brief introduction to different types of ladders and scaffolds is provided. Correct setup, usage, and contraction, along with understanding scaffold tags are also discussed. 8) Fall Protection – Falls are a

serious hazard in commercial, industrial or residential construction. As part of this module you will learn about the basic fall protection equipment used in construction, worker and employer responsibilities for working at heights, and common fall protection inspection points. 9) Environmental Safety – Protecting the environment is everyone’s responsibility. This module will help you do this by introducing you to typical types of pollutants found in the construction industry, what to do in case of an accidental release of hazardous materials and general Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) requirements. 10) Excavating and Trenching – Any excavation has the potential to harm workers that are not properly informed of the risks associate with digging and how to prevent these hazards from becoming incidents. In addition, this module explains hazards, different soil types and their properties, and im-

portant safety precautions that should be part of all digging operations. 11) Defensive Driving – Whether you are driving to work, from work, or operating a piece of equipment on the worksite, it is important to practice safe, defensive driving techniques. In this module, specific Saskatchewan driving legislation, defensive driving techniques and typical causes of motor vehicle accidents are discussed. 12) Personal Protective Equipment – Although it is your last-line of defense in the prevention of injury, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a

regular part of the construction clothing worn in Saskatchewan. This module explains the role of PPE on the job, basic PPE found in the construction industry, and when specialized PPE is necessary. 13) Emergency Response – Prevention of incidents is always the best plan in preventing injury; however, when precautions fail, it is necessary to know your emergency response plan. Here, key emergency response plan elements, how to access first aid on the worksite and basic fire fighting techniques are explained.

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Ecological lightweight aggregates from nature Special processing, screening and drying processes turn the silicate rocks into high-tech lightweight aggregates that have become popular additives in the dry mortar and the construction-chemical industries, among others By Dr John Schrenk, Rotec GmbH & Co KG ROTEC exploits the forces of nature to offer the most ecological lightweight aggregate under the product names ROTOCELL and ROTOCELL plus. A massive volcanic eruption, that occured about 12,500 years ago, is the source of this air-entraining rich, gravel-like mineral. The center of the outbreak took place in today’s Laacher lake, the crater of the volcano that is now filled with water. Around Laacher lake, primarily in the Neuwied Basin area Rotec mines naturally expanded silicate rock in the open pit, which is known as natural expanded silicate. Special processing, screening and drying processes turn the silicate rocks into high-tech lightweight aggregates that have become popular additives in the dry mortar and the construction-chemical industries, among others. Characteristics The raw material silicate is a deposit that can be found around the world, such as the US, Mexico, Turkey, Greece and Italy. The silicate rock from Germany is, however, particularly suited as a lightweight aggregate for dry mortar, because the air voids to solid material ratio is very high, which means the German silicate is very light and interspersed with evenly spaced, fine and closed pores. Since the material is geologically very young, there was no time to compress it. Also, the glassy amorphous structure remained thus crystalline structures could not form. The chemical composition reveals that this is an aluminumrich silicate rock containing a high proportion of fixed alkalis: Silica SiO 2 Alumina Al2O3 Na2O + K2O alkalis Iron oxide Fe2O3 Calcium oxide CaO

≈ 56.0% ≈ 22.0% ≈ 12.0% ≈ 3.0% ≈ 2.0%

Magnesium oxide MgO ≈ 1.0% Titanium oxide TiO 2≈ 0.5% Loss on ignition≈ 3.5% Mining and processing The silicate rock (pumice) can, in its present structure, be used as a natural aggregate and construction material (right from the pit), for example, no energy intensive thermal expansion process is necessary. For the preparation of the lightweight aggregate, only a very small amount of energy is required. In Germany, the mineral deposits of silicate are limited to the Neuwied Basin, the location of ROTEC GmbH & Co. KG. The mining of silicate occurs near the surface. After open pit mining the raw material is washed and screened, crushed, sorted and graded at the nearby plant. The wash water goes through a closed circuit where it is cleaned over and over again. The energy requirements for the use of naturally-expanded silicate are low compared to other known lightweight aggregates: Rotocell 0.9 MJ / kg Expanded clay 5.0 MJ / kg Vermiculite 5.7 MJ / kg Perlite 9.3 MJ / kg Building materials refined with expanded silicate show an improved overall environmental performance. The primary energy requirement for mining and processing of natural expanded silicate is classified as very low with approx. 0.9 MJ / kg. The silicate rocks mined by Rotec are naturally characterized by a series of special features: ▪ low weight and high compressive strength ▪ thermal insulation ▪ sound-absorbing, at a high absorption coefficient α in a wide range of audio frequencies ▪ diffusion open, the diffusion coefficient is μ ≈ 5 ▪ non-flammable, the melting point is 1000 ° C. ▪ One hundred per cent mineral, it does not contain any organic components

▪ user-friendly when mixed, easy to incorporate into dry mixes ▪ Solvent-free ▪ Odorless ▪ 100% recyclable Bulk densities A comparison of bulk densities of various naturally expanded silicates (pumice) shows the significant advantages of the raw material from the Neuwied basin over other deposits, in relation to the weight: German expanded silicate granulate ≈ 300 g / l Greek expanded silicate granulate ≈ 450 g / l Mexican expanded silicate granulate ≈ 500 g / l Italian expanded silicate granulate ≈ 550 g / l American expanded silicate granulate ≈ 600 g / l ROTOCELL Under the product name ROTOCELL, ROTEC offers a dry and very lightweight granulate in eight different grits. The bulk density of the different fractions is on average about 300 kg/m³. The eight most important grain sizes from super fine 0.04 to 0.09 mm to coarser 2 to 4 mm allow for product innovations in virtually every industry. With ROTOCELL, enhanced dry mortars are lighter than conventional products; they have a higher yield and can be easier and better processed. Due to the open pored structure, ROTOCELL helps to improve acoustic properties and its excellent environmental performance has a positive effect on final products with ROTOCELL inside. Applications Rotocell can be used in most applications of industrially manufactured ready-mixed dry mortars, especially in plaster (based on gypsum, lime or cement), bio-plaster systems (including silicate-based), paints and primers, mortars (for masonry, concrete surfaces, etc.) and fine concretes (to 4 mm). Also suitable for the modification of other industrial products, such as

lightweight concrete, construction chemical products, facade and lightweight panels, fire and sound insulation boards, insulation products, fills, plastics, oil absorbers, water filters and bioreactors. The uneven surface structure, the porosity and the ability to absorb water create advantages for many applications. ROTOCELL Plus The co-operation between ROTEC and Evonik Goldschmidt GmbH in Essen delivers yet another product. In a patented process, the silicate rocks are refined into a water-repellent, hydrophobic granulate (trade name: ROTOCELL Plus). Given this innovation application possibilities and uses are expanded. All characteristics are maintained indefinitely. Due to its light weight and hydrophobic properties ROTOCELL Plus swims on top of water and does not sink even after a long period. Early research results show that the “new” natural lightweight fillers are able to replace wellknown industrial lightweight fillers. In addition to new applications, there are significant effects such as weight reduction,

cost savings and optimization in the eco-balance of many products. Pozzolanic additive The fine pozzolanic additive ROTOBASE extends the capabilities of expanded silicate rock. ROTOBASE can be used as an additive in all cement and lime bound building materials. Due to the same raw material base, the powder is an amorphous material with very small grain sizes and a highly reactive surface. It can be compared with fly ash or trass powder, when used in concrete or mortar. It reacts with the calcium hydroxide during hydration of the cement meaning, it binds free lime thus, providing greater strength and helps to prevent efflorescence. Calcium hydride is thus converted to calcium silicate and can not migrate to the surface where they form a whitish calcium-carbonate efflorescence. ROTOBASE improves the properties of all mineral building materials such as plaster, mortar, concrete, tile adhesives and other building products. Hydraulic reactivity An examination of the hydraulic reactivity by MPVA Neuwied shows a very high index of activ-

ity. The DIN EN 450-1 specifies the requirements for fly ash, a substance that has been used for a long time as an active additive in concretes and mortars. Based on this standard mixtures with pure cement, and mixtures in which a portion of the cement was replaced by ROTOBASE, were tested and compared in terms of their compressive strengths. From the ratio of the compressive strength results, an index of activity for ROTOBASE came out at nearly 1.0. Particularly in the case of compressive strength after 90 days, ROTOBASE powder can be described as a material having a relatively high index of activity. This is in addition to hydraulic (pozzolanic) activity. Advantages from this performance yield: * Low weight (pores from 10 μ) * Bright color As a result of processing and refining possibilities in dry mortar and construction chemical products ROTOCELL, ROTOCELL Plus and ROTOBASE show that even with natural and environmentally friendly products economic improvements in end products can be achieved.

GSAS & GORD establishing four centers of excellence Gulf Organization for Research and Development (GORD), the authority for knowledge on sustainability in the Mena region, has announced the launch of the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) as the standard for excellence on sustainability in the Mena region. Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS), formerly known as Qatar Sustainability Assessment System (QSAS), is the most comprehensive sustainability rating system for the built environment in the world. The change in name came to support the all-inclusive offerings of the system in assessing various types of developments, starting from macro level such as master plans for cities, to micro level such as single buildings. The launch of GSAS is a huge step forward in GORD’s mission to promote sustainable practices within the framework of a globalized society. GSAS has developed four centers of excellence: GSAS Trust, GORD Academy, GORD Institute and GORD Consult. The centers of excellence aim to support the GORD’s mission to create a sustainable, smart and healthy environment for living. The centers of excellence are: GSAS Trust The center is responsible for the development of sustainable building standards and certifications for developments during the design, construction, operation phases and all other future certification schemes.

GORD Academy The center is responsible for offering memberships, training and development programs, which are designed to meet the educational needs of professionals and practitioners working in the construction industry. GORD Institute The center runs scientific research programs in partnership with local and international organizations, from both academic and applied research perspectives. The aim is to advance knowledge and investigate new approaches to enhance sustainability in the built environment. GORD Consult The center provides comprehensive support and consulting services in issues related to designing innovative sustainable developments that successfully meet the regulatory needs and those of developers, operators and GSAS has been incorporated in Qatar Construction Specifications (QCS 2010) as chapter 7, entitled Green Construction. In addition, several countries in the Mena region, such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan and Sudan, are showing great interest in collaborating with GSAS from different angles.

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Ashghal signs contracts worth QR1.4 billion for new projects

The contracts cover two road development projects, five related to the drainage network and two educational buildings

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shghal has signed nine contracts to develop and construct infrastructure, roads, buildings and drainage systems with a total value of QR1.4 billion. The contracts cover two road development projects, five related to the drainage network and two educational buildings. Road projects Lahwilah Road upgrading: The Huwailah road project is a strategic route in the north-east of Qatar, linking Ras Laffan Industrial City. The project, worth QR334 million, is awarded to Bin Omran Trading and Contracting Company. The 16km stretch will be expanded to ensure traffic flow to the industrial city would remain smooth. The road is located mainly along the western border and partly on the northern border of the Ras Laffan Industrial City, the main hub of the LNG production. The major components of the project are: • Linking the Ras Laffan area with the recently completed North Road at Lahwilah Interchange (66) • An 8.5km long dual carriage highway with three to four lanes on both directions, separated by median • A 7.5km highway connecting the adjacent residential areas • Four signaled interchanges at various locations In addition, the project comprises infrastructure development

such as the rainwater drain system, the wastewater treatment network, drinking water supply line and extension of power supply lines, telecommunications and intelligent transport systems. Upgrade and Beautification of Rayyan Road: This is an important project within the highway development. The contract worth QR98 million is awarded to HBK Contracting and QBS. The project includes development of 1.8km stretch of Rayyan road located between Diwan Street and Jassim Bin Mohammed Street, serving as an outlet to Souq Waqif. The stretch will be reconstructed as two-lane dual carriage highway with six traffic signals at intersections. The major components include: • New traffic signals at the intersection of Rayyan road, Kahraba St, Abdullah Thani St. and near the entrance of private parking to Emiri Diwan. • New traffic signal at the intersection of Jasem bin Mohamed Street with Mesat Street. • Upgrading the Rayyan road intersection and Jasem bin Mohamed St intersection. • Replacing Jassem bin Mohamed Street roundabout and Wade Musheireb Intersection with new signaled intersection. The new streets and foot paths will get high quality granite pavement with uniform style throughout the Musheireb

properties area surrounding Doha city. An underground pedestrian corridor shall be built along Jasem bin Mohamed Street at the north of Musheireb Street intersection, linking Souq Waqif and the garden near the Grand Mosque at the heart of the city. The contractor who implements this project is bound to retain entrances to all the properties around, as well as opening at least one lane in both directions during the construction process. Drainage projects The Kharatiyat groundwater lowering project: Work involves establishment of a drain system to lower the groundwater to a deep 400m well in order to alleviate flooding of residential properties in Kharatiyat zone and provide new subdivisions and other developments for the entire area. The project is scheduled to be

completed by the first quarter of 2013. The contract, estimated at QR109 million, is awarded to Qatar Building Company with Hyder Consultancy to provide consultancy service. Construction of the Gharafa area sewerage network: Work consists of implementation of a sewerage system for the disposal of collected water to the pumping station, which includes more than 23 kilometers of drainage pipelines, more than 760 manholes, 1,500 house connections and more than 15km sub-links. The project worth QR52.5 million is awarded to Qatar Building Company. Construction of drainage network at Gharafa Rayyan: The project consists of establishment of a sewerage disposal system for pumping the collected sewer to a pumping station, which includes the establishment of more than 620

climate is so extreme. A glass box could be nice and fashionable, but at the end you have a great consumption of energy. My opinion is that if you want to be green, you have to consider the place where you are and find another solution that provides light inside the building without consuming so much energy to maintain the cool weather. Q: What are the alternatives to the glass facades? You can simply reduce the glass part of the façade by using other materials like marble, stone etc. in order to help the building not to have too much solar radiation inside. Of course, glass has gone through great technological changes, so that now you can reduce solar radiation a lot, by using double glazed facades, for example. Still it’s an expensive solution. I think the best option would be to think of the right solution for each region you are going to build in. You also have to consider the building’s function. If it’s an office or a recreational building, the design features can change a lot. Q: Why did you decide to open an office in Qatar now?

Today, Qatar is one of the most interesting countries in the Gulf. Hosting the World Cup in 2022 offers a huge chance to expand Doha. Other countries have built a lot in the past three years and now they are slowing because of the economic downturn. So we hope to evaluate opportunities in the region and we know that to work here you have to be present physically. So it’s a matter of finding the right partner to establish a presence. It’s not an easy task but one that can be done. Q: Do you think the local market will accept your ideas about aesthetics and ethics? A: Even in Italy it’s not so easy to explain that this is the right way because at the end, many people consider the higher expenses to build a green building not acceptable. However, they have to take into account the time the building performs better; so, in future, probably, the market will recognize (the real value of) green building . Our focus is to explain to the client all these things and to try to convince him that this is the right approach. We aim to approach the market

manholes, 950 house connections and more than 11 kilometers sub links, in addition to 2km long micro tunnel pipelines with 400 mm diameter. The project, worth QR56 million, will be implemented by Qatar Building Company. Construction of drainage lines at various residential areas connecting with PS70 and Doha North STW: This project consists of creating sewage systems and house connections in the neighborhood areas of Gharafa, Gharafa-Rayyan, Ezghava and Kharitiat, linking them with Pumping Station No 70 (PS70) through sewer tunnel, where the wastewater will be pumped to Doha North STW. The house connections will be completed only after commissioning of PS 70 and Doha North STW. The entire project is to be completed by July 2013. Al Khor sewerage project (Qatar North): This project comprises extension of the sewer network at Al Khor to include all residential

neighborhoods in the region. The project worth QR122 million is implemented by Lotus Company and is expected to complete by the first quarter of 2015. Building projects Construction of 10 kindergartens around Doha and outlaying areas (Package 5): Ashghal signed a contract worth QR204 million with Imperial Trading and Contracting Company for the construction of a number of kindergartens in different parts of the state. The areas include Doha, Rayyan, Dahayin, Mirqab, Thumama, Ferij Murrah, Kharitiat, Um Salal Mohamed, Um Salal Ali and Al Wajbah. Four new schools around Doha and outlying areas (Package 3): Ashghal signed a contract for the construction of four new schools in different parts of the state, including Doha, Laqta, Al Asiri, Old Airport and Hazamel-Markhia areas. The project estimated at QR225 million is awarded to Al Jaber Trading and Contracting.

‘Less Ego, More Eco’ in architectural design

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rogetto CMR, an Italian company specialized in integrated design, was established in 1994 with the objective of creating a flexible, efficient and sustainable architecture in tune with the customer’s requirements. The company’s interesting motto is “Less Ego More Eco”. “We invest our resources to foster a cultural and designing change, which needs ongoing research, strong expertise and (an) interdisciplinary (approach),” says the company on its website. “Our projects concretely show this holistic approach, being driven by three main values: man, environment and economical sustainability,” it says. “We connect the context and the characteristic of the area together with the function of the building and the expectations of the users, in order to create self-sufficient organisms without affecting the environment,” the website adds. Last June, the company’s Complesso Garibaldi - Tower B has been recognized as a “finalist” for the Europe region on CTBUH’s site results of Best Tall Buildings Awards 2012. Qatar Construction Sites spoke

with Giovanni Giacobone, senior associate at Progetto CMR, during his short visit to Qatar last month. Giacobone was in Qatar as part of the promotion for the MADE Expo 2012 coming up next October. Progetto CMR is in the process of opening an office in Qatar. Giacobone thinks that international architecture performance today is based on aesthetics rather than on ethics. He believes that the pre-condition for a good design passes through a good understanding of the setting. “Design should be in accordance with the history and culture of the place. Creative architecture should be centered on people’s needs”, he says. Excerpts from the interview: Q: You mentioned about the open architecture concept that you followed in one of your projects as opposed to what you called the “glass boxes” approach. What do you think of all the “glass boxes” we have here in Doha? I believe that you cannot design a glass box everywhere in the world. A glass box could be good in certain parts of our planet, but not in this region where the

Giovanni Giacobone, senior associate at Progetto CMR

this way. At the end, if we are not able to convince that client, of course, we can design in the traditional way. We are in the right direction,

otherwise we cannot sustain our life on the earth for a long time. If we continue the way we are now in 2030 we will need two planets to accommodate all the population.

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Understanding the SME ecosystem in Middle East According to Bazzari, the key to success of SME is to sustain their growth The second Middle East SME Forum 2012, held in Doha in June, provided a platform for local entrepreneurs to exchange knowledge regarding small and medium-sized businesses in the region. Tamer Bazzari, founder and Chief Executive Officer, Genero Capital, UAE, gave a valuable insight into how the SME ecosystem works in the Middle East during a presentation at the forum. The presentation highlighted the importance of evaluating the type of business to establish as the first step towards success. “Your first consideration should be whether you have a skill or an idea to sell and whether there is a market for what you can offer,” Bazzari said. The second step would be to conduct a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analysis to identify your idea’s business potential and challenges. According to Bazzari, you then need to conduct a market study/research to identify sectors/sub-sectors that could benefit from your strengths and ideas. Based on their findings, filter your options and select the option that you believe is the most optimal for you. Bazzari recommends talking to potential clients/people in the industry to understand the sector in detail. You then prepare a business plan to evaluate the opportunity. Thus, you will be able to make an informed decision to take the leap, and be prepared to work hard to achieve your goals. The business plan is a document that describes what you intend to do and how you go about it. “Objectives are really the heart of a business plan. A business plan is best served by making the goals/objectives clear,” says Bazzari. The objectives should be SMART, meaning: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timed. Once these objectives are set, a business plan should convey: • Strategies you’ll use to meet the objectives, • Potential problems that may confront your business and ways to solve them, and • Finally, the amount of capital required to finance the venture. Bazzari refers to three primary parts to a business plan. The first is the business concept; this section should define the need/requirement in the market that you seek to address. It should also provide a brief description of the product/service that will fulfill the requirement. It also needs to include your business structure and how you plan to make your business a success. The second part is the market place section. Here you describe and analyze target customers: who and where they are and what makes them buy. You also describe the competition and how you’ll position

yourself to beat it. Finally, the financial section contains the income, cash flow statement and the balance sheet and other financial ratios, such as break-even analyses. This provides information to the investors about financial attractiveness of your business to make an investment. The presentation explored various funding options for SME’s through the various stages of the business. At start-up stage, seed funding can be obtained through: • Banks: A straightforward source of funds. Many offer small-business loans. You will need a business plan and perhaps a personal guarantee. The funds are a loan, so you must generate enough cash to cover loan payments. • Governments: They can also help. Specific funds have been set up to promote entrepreneurship in the region. • Friends & Family: Entrepreneurs often raise funds from friends and family. You are after high-net worth investors who take personal referrals seriously. The best way to find them is through personal networking. • Private angels: They invest much like professional VC (venture capital) firms. You pitch them with a business plan and financing pitch. They invest for equity and expect a return-IPO, acquisition or stock buy-back– in three to seven years. At growth stage, funding can be obtained through: • Venture capital funds: They provide capital to early-stage, high-potential, high risk, growth start up companies. Usually invest in novel technology or business model in high technology industries, such as biotechnology, IT, software, etc. • Private equity funds: They make equity investments usually in established companies with a potential for huge growth. These funds can commit large sums of money and often demand an exit in 3–5 years via an IPO or a trade sale. • Mezzanine funds: A hybrid of debt and equity financing that is typically used to finance the expansion of existing companies. Mezzanine financing is basically debt capital that gives the lender the rights to convert to an ownership or equity interest in the company if the loan is not paid back in time and in full. • And banks, of course. The next step would be thinking of the operational aspects. Operations management focuses on carefully managing the processes to produce and distribute products and services. Overall activities often include: • Product creation (market research, R&D) • Product development (prototypes, samples) • Production (commercial scale production); and • Distribution (sales and marketing) Each of the above activity can be divided into a number of

sub-processes and linked in a manner so as to produce the final product. One of the key success factors of the business is the efficiency and the effectiveness of these processes. Therefore, one should focus on measurement and analysis of internal processes to ensure they are optimal. Expansion plan According to Bazzari, the key to success of SME is to sustain their growth. He refers to the Chinese proverb which says: To open a shop is easy; to keep it open is an art. “Small and medium business players usually find it difficult to expand their businesses beyond a limit. This happens mainly because of scarcity of investable funds which are required to fuel the growth. But if you don’t expand, you may get run over. Hence you must constantly endeavor to grow,” says

Bazzari. There are two aspects to expansion planning; cultural and financial. Bazzari points out that you must have a culture of innovation in the company to generate new products/ideas to fuel expansion. You facilitate this by allowing/keeping the team upto-date on trends in the market. Brainstorming expansion opportunities is essential as you encourage the team to throw out even the craziest ideas and collate them. You also need to research the market to select the most optimal idea from the list. Once you have decided to turn an idea into a product, allocate enough resources to achieve the goal, i.e. time, money, personnel etc. Also, set financial goals for ideas like revenue from new products, services or markets and pursue them seriously. Finally, give your staff credit for their ideas in the

marketing materials when you implement them. While you must engage in concerted efforts to raise growth capital to fund the development of new products/ideas, you must also look for cost-effective ways to grow your business. Social media, for example, is growing as an effective marketing medium. Bazzari thinks it holds true especially for SMEs to utilize social media marketing as a tool to reach out to prospective customers and increase your business at a relatively lower cost. Outsourcing non-core business functions is a good cost control strategy recommended by Bazzari. This not only helps you in concentrating on the core business but also helps you to seek one-time services rather than incurring a recurring cost. However, as with any other type of business SME’s face some risks. The first step in managing them, according to Bazzari, is to identify what kind of risks your business is exposed to. There are internal and external factors that drive risk: Internal drivers include: • Strategic risks: R&D, intellectual capital. • Operational risks: HR, systems & processes. • Financial risks: sash flow, liquidity. • Hazard risk: safety (Employee and Equipment), security. External drivers include: • Strategic risks: competition, customer needs & demands,

industry changes. • Operational risks: government regulations, political, environment, culture, vendors/suppliers, contracts. • Financial risks: interest rates, foreign exchange, credit. • Hazard risks: natural disasters. The next step is to analyze and evaluate your risks. Evaluation and analysis helps you determine the significance of each risk. It also enables you to decide whether to accept, mitigate or take action to prevent it. Once the risks have been identified, rank them based on their probability of occurrence and their impact. Check back with your business plan how the identified risks can impact your business. Once you have identified, evaluated and analyzed your risks, it is time to deal with them. You can do one of the four things for each risk: • Accept: There is nothing much you can do about certain risks. It is just beyond your control. Sometimes the best option is to do nothing at all. • Transfer: Insurance is one of the well known methods to transfer risk. • Reduce: You may be able to introduce systems and processes to reduce certain risks. The negative impact of the risk is reduced. • Eliminate it: which might be too ideal.

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History repeats itself - MAN Trucknology shows how innovation and growth will support Qatar’s vision

Visiting the exclusive MAN distributer Qatar International Automobiles Deputy General Manager/ Sales Manager Engineer Muheeb Sawaked explains the MAN philosophy. Qatar’s economic outlook for 2012 remains “positive” and Qatar’s people are starving for the progress of the country which drives this growth. If it is the World Cup 2022 or the national vision to modernize the country by 2030; the future requires development and innovation to build up the right infrastructure for Qatar’s projects. Which driver could be more important in this regards if not technology know-how and a brave heart? MAN Truck & Bus AG as a German stock listed company with a history of over 250 years has seen and lived changes and development throughout the history. Looking into the past of commercial vehicle engineering and its impact on German economy is an example for growth

generated by innovation. The development of the Diesel Engine engineered by Rudolf Diesel at MAN and its application in trucks beginning of the 19th century had great impact on Germany’s economical development and has it until today. During the industrial revolution in Germany logistics were boosted and the construction sector boomed supplied by heavy machinery powered by diesel technology. What was a vision once is a major driver of Germany as the world’s largest automotive manufacturing economy until today. The knowledge of the forefathers is the key to the success of MAN’s inventions, may this be development of alternative energies based on hybrid which has been introduced in 2010 or compressed natural gas (CNG) technology used in the MAN buses since the 1940ies or the continuous improvements of assistance and safety systems in the trucks. The knowledge of previous times is

at Qatar’s feet today and can lead the country to new dimensions of innovation and growth. Moving Qatar “Growing, building and connecting: In the construction industry the right machinery is as crucial to the success of a project as the right material used for the structure. Thus reliable and robust vehicles are the key to observance of project deadlines and keeping the project costs under control.” Engineer Sawaked stated, knowing his customer requirements and demands. To face the tough conditions and massive abrasion of material in the desert MAN adapted to the local conditions with the launch of its TGS WW year. The heavy duty WORLD-WIDE range with GVMs from 18 to 48 tons and combination masses from 45 to 250 tons with a power range from 360 to 480 horsepower equipped with special filter and protection systems is MAN’s answer to the Middle Eastern construction and

logistic sector, developed with German technology and local experience. MAN Truck & Bus Middle East and Africa has been operational in the Middle East for over 50 years offering high product and service quality, supporting a network of 35 service points in 10 active countries across the Region. MAN Truck & Bus achieves an annual turnover of around 400 million Euros in the 14 countries making up the Middle East. After Saudi Arabia and the UAE, Qatar is one of the most important markets for MAN in the Middle East, leading the market in the >18 ton gross vehicle mass segment with almost 40 percent share. MAN is represented in Qatar by Qatar International Automobiles, a daughter Company of the Fahed Group. Since 2007 MAN has a long-standing and efficient partnership with QIA which enabled the brand to continuously remain a stable market position and to expand a comprehensive service

network all over the country including a main workshop in Doha and a 24 hours mobile workshop to cater to any customer service needs. Growth from a global view For MAN Truck and Bus globally, Africa and Middle East represents approximately 10% of new vehicle business in 2011. The Middle East covers about 50% thereof through 14 countries from a total of 68. Theconstruction sector is in turn 50% of that cake. “We are very proud to sport a 25% retail market share for trucks sold by all players into the greater than 16 ton GVM sector.” David van Graan, Head of MAN Centre Middle East said. The demand for trucks in the Middle East grew by over 12 percent in 2010 with the demand for construction trucks expected to rise by almost 9 percent by 2015. “A number of long-awaited development plans in Qatar are also coming to fruition and hence we expect to maintain a growth rate of

38-40 percent in 201112” Muheeb Sawaked said. In order to cater the growing demands QIA is developing their after sales service by building new service centres in the north and south sides of Qatar in the coming years. Door to door supply and delivery of spare parts is also operated by QIA. “To fulfil our promises to the end users, Qatar International Automobiles will keep always the latest standard vehicles ready for delivery on spot” Muheeb Sawaked stated by showing the rich information material provided by the MAN product developers, which he follows continuously in order to keep up with the latest developments. The strong belief in Qatar’s ability to realize its visions and ambitious projects unties the MAN team in Middle East as well as in Germany as MAN always shared Germany’s economical visions and has always contributed to their realisation - Engineering the future.

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TESMEC Trencher Machines Prove Best for Qatar’s Ground Conditions When it comes to Qatar’s hard rock conditions, TESMEC Trenchers outnumber the competition. TESMEC Trenchers seem to be the nation’s most trusted brand. The limestone and hardrock conditions common to Qatar require the most powerful digging machines to produce the cleanest cuts—TESMEC machines embody that power. The superior design of TESMEC machines reflect over 60 years of experience in design and manufacturing. Manufactured in Italy or the USA, and with a complete range of sizes, features and attachments, the machines allow for easy operation and maintenance while producing the cleanest cuts in the most eco-friendly and efficient way. Qatar’s most popular machines are the TESMEC Rock Hawg Trencher and the TES-

MEC Chainsaw Trencher. Each provides ideal solutions for different depth / width cutting requirements and replaces costlier and riskier alternatives.

High productivity, reliability, and safety make them ideal solutions for large digging requirements like pipe-laying, cable-laying, surface mining,

Figure 1 Bridge underpass construction using TESMEC Surface Miner (“Rock Hawg”).

PIPELINES

Trencher machines are ideal machines for all types of pipelines, including oil, gas, slurry, and water transportation. With different digging attachments, TESMEC Trenchers thrive in the most difficult ground conditions—especially Qatar’s. TESMEC Trenchers have been used worldwide to dig pipeline projects up to 1.83m wide and 7.4m deep.

BULK EXCAVATION OF ROCK

Unsurpassable to traditional machines in durability (working hours), efficiency (m3/QR) and productivity (m3/h), TESMEC trenchers excavate, fragment, and crush rock in one drive. Excavated materials are made into such small particle sizes that large loader and dump trucks are no longer needed.

dewatering, and bridge underpasses. Figure 1 Bridge underpass construction using TESMEC Surface Miner (“Rock Hawg”). The most popular TESMEC Trencher Applications include: - Crusher - Excavation of big ditches - Quarries - Bulk Excavation of rock for construction - Building Foundations TESMEC Middle East provides the best after-sales support, including: mobile workshop to service the trenchers on-site, technical training for operators and technicians, warehouses spare parts always available, a dedicated service team, competitive finance packages and more.

FIBER OPTIC & POWER CABLES

TESMEC trenchers can be equipped with an integrated laying system that allows the machine – in one single pass – to dig, clean the ditch, lay the cables, and even back-fill the excavated trench. Tradition digging methods are definitely superseded and all the major telecom and power companies now request this innovative technology.

SEWAGE, DEWATERING & DRAINAGE

TESMEC trenchers are employed in deep trenching operations for sewage/drainage/dewatering projects up to 7.4m depth. There is also a dedicated model for drainage applications, the 775DT – a light machine with low ground pressure.

Visit www.tesmec-me.com for more details, or call: +9744467-0441. TESMEC Middle East is an ISO 9001:2004 certified company.

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With the most advanced and environment-friendly excavation method in quarries and mines, TESMEC trenchers are applicable to all ground types, including limestone, iron-ore, and phosphates.

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With a new-concept trencher drive, TESMEC machines can even trench through extremely hard and abrasive rock like granite and basalts. Features include four wheel drive, automatic tire-inflation system, high ground clearance and independent suspension with titling.

Innovative Solution Introduced for Qatar’s Dust Control With Qatar’s construction activities on the rise and an ever-growing need to “go green”, the EMi dust controllers prove to be Qatar’s best solution. Dust suppression is essential in almost all construction activity, especially when close to residential communities. Regulations vary by area, and are becoming increas-

ingly stringent in Qatar. EMi Dust Control Systems provide powerful, highperformance dust control by optimizing water input, tailoring droplet size, and automating the system for easy application on any construction project. Applications include: - Demolition - Crusher - Loading & Unloading

Demolition using traditional dust control methods.

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- Screening EMi Systems reduce dust, gases and harmful odors in order to improve working conditions and ensure a healthy project site. This is done by controlling dust emissions in a way that binds the dust particles and lays them directly at the source. The systems are so efficient (reducing water consumption by 80%

from traditional methods), that they make the most environmentally-friendly choice in the market. The fully automated machines are mobile, compact, and have special nozzles that perform full rotations (360°) and extreme angles (52°) to ensure maximum project site coverage. High performance fans produce linear

Demolition using EMi Dust Control Systems.

water ejection for pinpoint accuracy. The devices are controlled remotely via touch panels or computer PC, to the user’s preference. With improved dust and pollution control, the need to clean on-site machinery is minimized. Hence, machines continue to work and projects finish on schedule, without delay.

Trenchers: the Eco-friendly Choice?

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ESMEC Trencher machines seem to give the highest return on investment (ROI), especially in terms of carbon footprint reduction, company image, and bidding advantage. Here are some reasons why Trenching machines are the eco-friendly choice for dig projects: - Cost-effective – fewer machines required for the same productivity when compared to the jack-hammer excavation method, resulting in: • Less fuel consumption • Less working space • Fewer manpower requirements • Faster project completion • Less dust emission • Less noise emission • Less overall vibration - Replaces harsh alternatives of: • Blasting • Hydraulic hammers • Rippers • Primary crushing - Works in confined spaces, resulting in less potential for traffic disturbance - Produces dug material more likely to be recycled: • Finer • Consistent • Ready-to-use backfill • On-site screening - Creates trenches with: • Exact required dimensions • Flat ground and wall surfaces • No unneeded digging clearance Not only are they the ecofriendly choice for major dig projects, they have the potential to save time, decrease Health & Safety risks, and reduce overall project cost.

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Flexible office spaces key to future work practices As modern employment options continue to evolve and move into Middle East markets, research shows that companies are beginning to re-evaluate their office needs for the future. Fewer employees will need permanent desk space to perform their jobs because of flexi-hours, job sharing, hot-desking and tele-commuting. All of this has a knock-on effect for office developments and workspace configurations. A study recently released by London-based commercial property firm Devono reveals that flexible working habits have altered the amount of space businesses need to provide per employee and still maintain their effectiveness. According to the British Council for Offices (BCO), which is a recognized industry standard in Europe, when calculating office space requirements its guide to specification recommends 10sqm as the average benchmark for office workplace density. However, with the introduction of flexible working habits, firms could allocate a smaller amount of space. This could, Devono believes, provide for an immediate cost-saving for companies. Andrew Jackson, SAS International Director, says: “By making less space work harder and smarter, companies will benefit from significant cost savings and increased productivity of their workforce. This is the future of space fit-outs and as a leading interior fit-out provider, SAS ensures solutions, such as relocatable partitioning, that provide for the long-term and offer the flexibility that new employment practices will require.” While the oversupply of commercial space continues throughout the region, owners and developers realize that providing quality basic fit-out to meet long-term company needs is their best advantage in the highly competitive commercial real estate market. It is this foresight into the future that will attract quality companies which will bring further value to the property over the course of their occupation. Working on new build and refurbishment projects across the Middle East including Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Kuwait, SAS International meets the demands of both owners and tenants for the long-term. SAS International is a British manufacturer of interior fit-out products. It helps support clients, specifiers, contractors and engineers, from concept to completion, with offices and staff across Europe and in the Middle East.

GORD launches Eco Villa project Eco Villa, a contemporary dwelling featuring traditional Qatari architecture, culture and heritage, has been launched by a leading Doha-based research and development organization promoting sustainable development. The project, presented by Gulf Organization for Research and Development (GORD), reinforces Qatar’s reputation as a leading advocate for sustainable development. The Eco Villa is designed to win high star rating based on the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS), as it offers a genuinely sustainable, smart and healthy living environment for residents while preserving the Qatari architectural motifs, GORD says. “The sustainable features of the Eco Villa include on-site renewable energy generation system, water-efficient plumbing fixtures and irrigation system, energy reduction, indoor lighting design and intelligent building control system,” it adds. The villa will be constructed using sustainable and recycled building materials that have low volatile organic compounds (VOC) emission rates. GORD has selected three consulting firms, LSI Architects, MYAA Architects and RHWL Architects, to design the villa. A committee has been formed consisting of representatives from the Qatar Museum Authority, Ministry of Cultural, Arts &

Heritage, Qatar University and Private Office, in addition to GORD’s experts to manage the bidding process and oversee the design of the Eco Villa. LSI Architects International is renowned for its expertise in sustainable design across a range of sectors, particularly in the residential sector. “The villa design is a modern interpretation of traditional Qatari architecture, reflecting the culture and heritage of Qatar whilst being contemporary in character and function: it creates a new aesthetic for sustainable development in Qatar,” says GORD. “LSI Architects based their design on holistic sustainable design solutions that are based on the principles of GSAS. The villa is designed on the basis of a traditional Qatari courtyard, allowing light into the core of the villa, while reducing heat again and maintaining a cool environment through the choice of construction materials, shading and the integration of natural ventilation when external temperatures allow this.” MYAA Architects is an international award winning architec-

tural design studio, set up in 2001 and based in Barcelona and London. RHWL Architects, one of the well known architectural practices in the UK, has designed their building form in a way to protect surrounding vegetation from harsh winds and to reduce wind turbulences at lower levels The Eco Villa is intended to be a “show home”, and as such, it acts as a platform to demonstrate, educate and introduce sustainable technologies which can also be adopted by Qataris in existing homes. The villa, which will be an opento-public demonstration project, will provide an excellent opportunity to experience the merits underlying the implementation of sustainability practices and in addition will serve as a research platform to test, investigate and evaluate materials and products as well as technologies claiming sustainable performance. “As such”, GORD has invited “all manufacturers, contractors and traders to participate in this leading project based on their specialty and area of expertise”.

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Major strides in sanitation

DCE: Trendy designs and high quality standards

The efficiency of all sewage plants in the state has been raised in terms of water quality through the introduction of sophisticated equipment and new machinery Eng Naif Abdul Ghani Alkathiri, the Director of the expansion project of the new Industrial Area treatment plant affiliated to the Public Works Authority (Ashghal), has said work on the plant is progressing steadily and it is to be fully functional in the first quarter of next year. He also revealed a number of important projects that are coming up in the Industrial Area. They are expected to solve all sanitation problems in the area. • Sewage treatment plants in the state have generally been updated recently. What about the waste water treatment plant in the Industrial Area? Firstly, I would like to confirm that the efficiency of all plants in the state has been raised in terms of water quality through the introduction of sophisticated equipment and new machinery recently. The sewage water treatment plant in the Industrial has an absorptive capacity of 12,000 cubic meters per day; there is a plan to increase this. It has been agreed with the contractor to boost the plant’s production capacity to 24,000 cubic meters. Work is scheduled to be completed in the first quarter of 2013. It is also proposed to raise it to 48,000 cubic meters within two years. However, the Industrial Area is

still waiting to be connected to the main network. • What about complaints from some factory owners in the Industrial Area about sanitation projects there? Most of these cases emanate from a lack of commitment to laws by factory owners concerning fixation of special tools for the process of oil filtration. As long as owners do not complete this process, they might suffer from overflow problems. Some factory owners connect sanitation of their facilities without putting this strainer which prevents oil from mixing with sewage; the waste oil must be transported to plant by vehicles. The factory owners must comply with various requirements related to this. • Please tell us about the operation of sewage treatment plants in the Industrial Area. The plants re-treat sewage collected by tankers from residential areas. The tanks deposit the sewage water in containers at the plant. From there, the sewage is transferred to strainers at the plant and then to a sand and re-filtration unit. The treated water is used for irrigation. • What are the methods used in treatment? Treatment takes place in two

phases; primary and secondary. The primary phase includes the removal of large impurities and the secondary phase relies on a biological treatment to remove minute suspended solids and dissolved organic substances. This is followed by filtration. Biological treatment is used in main plants where household sewage water is received. This water comes mainly from kitchens and washing. It is pumped to treatment plants and there it passes through screening units where the process of removing substances such as plastic, wood, cloth and other contents associated with sewage water, takes place. Grit removal is the final stage to prepare water for treatment process. Then, water is transferred into primary sedimentation reservoirs in which it is partly separated from sludge. After that, water comes out to ventilation pools and this stage is the basis of the treatment process. This process is called the heart of the reactor as it contains big fans allowing oxygen to activate bacteria in order to complete the treatment process. Then, water is transferred to secondary sedimentation reservoirs. The amount of bacteria is controlled as it can be returned to

ventilation pools if required. In order to get rid of extra amounts of bacteria, they are sent to a sludge heating unit. There, bacteria are sent to central centrifugal units or drying tanks. After the secondary sedimentation process, water is sent through coil pumps to sand filtration units. Chlorine gas is used for water disinfection process with measured amounts by having primary injection before the filtration process. There is also a secondary injection after filtration and, in the end, water is pumped to irrigation towers or fodder farms. With regard to the sludge which has been sent to the heating

unit and then to digesters, the function of these units is to get rid of toxic gases by sending them to gas incinerators. These units prepare sludge for drying processes that take place through drying tanks or centrifuge centers. Then, sludge will be used as organic fertilizers for farms within given conditions and follow-up is carried by the Department of Quality, Safety and Environment at the Authority. The municipality is developing recommendations and solutions for the quantities of sludge produced from wastewater treatment plants. • What are the plans for dealing with the issue of discharg-

ing oils, paints and industrial waste in the Industrial Area? Presently, sewage water coming from residential areas is being treated in plants. As for oils, they are dealt with through special tanks for toxic substances. These tanks exist in plants and they carry out filtration processes for oils and waste. They have sensors for discharging toxic substances to a special tank where they are treated to be returned to the plant again and, then, discharged with the current drainage. These matters, which are related to oils and different industrial waste, have been taken into account in expansion plans.

DLA Piper advises Doha Festival City DCE: Trendy designs and high quality standards

DLA Piper, the global law firm, has announced its involvement in the financing of Doha Festival City, one of the largest multiuse developments in Qatar with a total project value of around QR6 billion. The project, being developed by its owners Bawabat Al Shamal Real Estate Company (BASREC), boasts the first IKEA store in Qatar. It will feature an entertainment and leisure complex, automotive showrooms and international hotels and a convention centre. DLA Piper Middle East acted through its offices in Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to advise BASREC and provided specialist Islamic finance, development financing, corporate and local real estate advice. Doha Festival City is owned and being developed by BASREC, which has been formed by investors from Al Futtaim Real Estate Services, Qatar Islamic Bank, Aqar Real Estate

Development & Investment and a private Qatari investor. The complex is being constructed on a 433,847sq m plot which will include 260,000sq m gross leasable area of retail space offering over 500 retail units. The outlets will introduce a number of new brands to Qatar. “Doha Festival City will be one of the most innovative and impressive multi-use projects within easy reach of downtown Doha and, when completed, will have a huge impact on the city itself,” commented Catherine McDougall, Senior Legal Consultant, DLA Piper Middle East. “Developments of this scale and complexity require advisers that have a deep sector and local knowledge in order to predict, and overcome any challenges and we are delighted to advise BASREC on this landmark transaction.” The financing package, totalling QR3.7 billion, is the largest private sector financing in

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Qatar and is structured on a cofinancing basis with an Islamic facility (based upon istisna’a / ijara) and a commercial facility. The Commercialbank of Qatar, Doha Bank, Ahli Bank, Al Khalij Commercial Bank (al khaliji),

International Bank of Qatar and Qatar National Bank will fund the commercial facility, with Barwa Bank and Qatar International Islamic Bank on the Islamic facility. QInvest acts as financial advisor and bookrunner with the Commercialbank of Qatar and Barwa Bank as mandated lead arrangers. The development is located just north of downtown Doha on Al Shamal Road, one of the main arterial routes to the city centre, and the route that will eventually connect Doha with Bahrain via the Qatar-Bahrain Causeway. With its strategic positioning, the super-regional complex is

ideally equipped to meet the retail, hospitality and entertainment needs of not only Qatar, but also of neighboring countries. The first phase, the 32,000sq m IKEA store, is due for completion in the first quarter of 2013, while the remaining components of Doha Festival City will be delivered in 2015. The DLA Piper Middle East team was coor- Catherine McDougall: Senior Legal Consultant dinated by Cathlamic and intercreditor aspects erine McDougall (Senior Legal of the financing). The wider Consultant who led the team team included Tom O’Grady (Ofadvising on the commercial fice Managing Partner, Doha), terms of the financing) and Paul Brenda Hill, Andre Saade, TalaMcViety (Legal Director who led Sarah Eavis and Jenna Darler. the team advising on the Is-

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Increasing on-site efficiency to ensure successful projects Qatar has a large number of construction projects (infrastructure, stadia, accommodation, etc.) lined up ahead of the 2022 World Cup and amid plans to bid for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. With construction work picking up speed, the role of a project or construction manager assumes great importance, right from ensuring effective management, planning and monitoring to control of the site that he is responsible for. Paul Gogulski, President of Gogulski & Associates Inc., USA, a renowned construction specialist, will be facilitating a “Construction Site Management” training course at the Millennium Hotel in Doha from September 9 to 11. The interactive three-day course will prepare you, as the site manager, with strategic and diverse addon methodologies that can be applied straight away to direct the onsite execution of your construction projects towards successful completion while meeting cost, schedule and contract expectations. The training’s objective is to provide delegates with practical and technical knowledge, expertise and experience to address on-site chal-

Doha to cost conference on vertical transport

Doha will host the region’s first conference dedicated to the design and sustainable construction of cost-effective vertical transportation (VT). As buildings get taller and projects become more complex, the need for effective VT design and delivery is of paramount importance. The Vertical Transport Qatar is to be held in Doha on October 15 and 16. Construction activities have picked up in Qatar with the state set to host the World Cup in 2022. The skyline of Doha’s West Bay is already dominated by skyscrapers. IMF forecasts that Qatar’s economy will expand 19% this year, faster than any other country in the world. Planning $100 billion worth of development projects over the next four years, the need for vertical transport has come into focus. The October conference will provide participants with high level

lenges. There will be opportunities to share experience and knowledge at global level and to explore effective on-site management skills by highlighting a few important case studies and examples from a regional and international perspective. Delegates will gain valuable insights and learn the best available practices to address on-site challenges in a complex environment with successful and productive responses. The training will also look at compliance with building codes, health and safety legislations and other legal requirements. Be present, to come away with effective construction site strategies to ensure successful completion of projects with minimal cost.

content on sustainability, installation, operation, management and life-cycle maintenance of VT solutions in the Middle East. Vertical Transport Qatar will bring together senior individuals from developers, architects and consultants from across the region and globally. Key topics to be discussed at the event: • Understanding VT regulation and legislation in the Middle East • Finding solutions for mixed-use frequency projects • Improving cost efficacy while maximizing speed and minimizing waiting period • Learning about VT in the health sector • Examining cutting-edge safety technology in VT • Exploring new VT technologies for energy savings • Latest airport technologies for energy saving The conference will be attended by architects, VT consultants, electrical and mechanical engineers, project managers, main contractors, sub contractors, developers, vendors and sub consultants. More information can be had on the www.verticaltransportationme.com website.

Technical topics to be covered are: * On-site construction project management skills * Maximising efficiency in onsite project management, implementation and execution * Controlling waste management * On-site risk assessments * Achieving positive cost control throughout the construction’s lifecycle on-site For registration please email Catherine Foo at [email protected] or call on +603 2723 6757. ** 10 % discount is available for Qatar Construction Sites readers/subscribers. Please enquire through Catherine to validate the discounts.

QR5.47 million maintenance plan for roads in Al Wakrah The Al Wakrah Municipality, in a major initiative, is repairing all damaged roads in the township at a cost of QR5.47 million. Damaged asphalt layers on an area of 25.000sqm have been replaced under a road maintenance contract. Asphalt patches have also been laid in parts of dilapidated streets on an area of 900sqm. Also, 12 bumps have been made to slow down speeding vehicles. Sidewalks and central islands have been paved with curbstones and interlock tiles as part of the new initiative. The work is scheduled to be completed by October 16, 2013. The maintenance is done according to a work order system forming part of the Qatar Road Maintenance Management System (QRMMS). All work is being documented using the Project Management Information System (PMIS). The Al Wakrah highway has one of the highest accident rates in the state. Some of the accidents involve pedestrians crossing the busy street carelessly. It has been suggested to build a pedestrian bridge or make speed bumps on the highway to reduce the accident rate. The pedestrian bridge proposal is considered the best as it is not reasonable to establish bumps on a highway. It has also been suggested to widen the street by adding a third lane.

Electronic service The Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning plans to transfer the issue of building permits to the electronic system by the end of the year. The project is now in the tendering phase. The ministry has also launched the “Delilah” service on releasing information and on receiving suggestions, the first of its kind in the region. The ministry aspires to expand this service to cover new areas. Currently, weather forecasts and prayer times are being released through the service. A large number of new services, such as flight schedules and film shows in local cinemas, will soon be added to Delilah. It will be an interactive system by which users can communicate and make use of information provided by it. In the first phase, it provides information about the state’s tourist attractions. More than 5,000 sites, streets and venues in the state have been listed. Users have to enter the area’s name and then they receive an access map, with a note explaining the meaning of the place’s name. The service provides information about all important areas in Qatar. The Delilah service is available on the iPhone and iPad. A pamphlet containing all data and facts about Qatar and Delilah service is to be released. The Ministry plans to distribute this pamphlet on Qatar Airways flights. This will give information about the country’s tourist sites, theaters, parks, hotels and markets.

Three new mosques completed The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has handed over three new mosques to the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs. The mosques, combining the latest construction techniques and traditional architectural design, were built at a cost of more than QR8.4 million. The mosques’ main prayer halls are covered with gypsum

board sealing, stairs paved with marbles, external walls covered with special polishes to maintain temperature and entrances covered with good quality granite stones. The mosques have special entrances for people with special needs. The handed over mosques are Masjid No 308 at Old Al Ghanem, Masjid No 348 at Al Khar-

ara area and Masjid No 134 at Umm Ghuwailina. The Old Al Ghanem mosque is built over a plot of 683sqm with a built area of 502sqm. It consists of a prayer hall for 400 people in addition to residences for Imam, Muadhin and ablution area. The mosque at the Al Kharara area is built over an area of 2,500sqm with a built area of 423sqm. There is a prayer hall for 400 people, in addition to residences for Imam, Muadhin and ablution area. The mosque at Umm Ghuwailina is built over an area of 782sqm with a built area of 640sqm. There is a prayer hall

for 140 people, in addition to residences for Imam, Muadhin and ablution area.

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Twin Towers: Doka rising to new heights

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n recent years, Doha has seen many spectacular new towers rising above the skyline of its West Bay business district. The Twin Towers, currently under construction in the district, will be a landmark project in Doha. On completion, the two 185m towers will house a luxury hotel and offices with 48 floors, having three podium levels of multi-storey parking space and two basement levels. Having supplied their automatic climbing formwork SKE50, climbing formwork MF240, large-area formwork Top 50 systems and load-bearing tower Staxo40, Doka is playing a key role as comprehensive solutions provider to ensure fast, safe construction progress on the Twin Towers. The contractor Arabtec Construction LLC, a leading group headquartered in the United Arab Emirates with major ongoing projects across the

The Twin Towers are rising skyward to their final height of 185m above Doha. They will house a luxury hotel and offices.

GCC region, is building the Twin towers. Work began in 2010 and is scheduled to take 30 months. Keeping pace with SKE50 Doka climbing formwork SKE50 is setting the pace on the building of the two CIP concrete cores. Both cores are being climbed ahead of the floor-slabs, using a total of 94 automatic climbers SKE50 and 1800 m² of Large-area formwork Top 50. The modular design concept of this crane-independent automatic climbing formwork system allows efficient and cost-saving formwork solutions for every type of structure. The climbing scaffolds come with completely railed-in working platforms and are anchored to the concrete at all times – ensuring the greatest safety for the site crew even in high wind conditions. Live loads can be left in place on the platforms while the system is being climbed, so

high-speed working is guaranteed. Arabtec Project Manager Mohammed Ali Nada is satisfied with the construction progress. He says: “Our collaboration with Doka Qatar has gone very smoothly, both in the planning stage and during the build itself. The economical formwork systems that we have in service here are easy to handle and are crucial in helping us to work more effectively and save time.” Space for safe working To form the stiffening shear walls at the slab-edges, Doka has supplied its large-area formwork Top 50. This versatile system, nearly 830 m2 of which is in use on each casting section, adapts readily to the changing structure geometry. The 2.40m wide platforms of the crane-jumped formwork system MF240, also in use here, provide ample room for safe working. The versatile Dokaflex 1-24 floor-slab system is being used for the typical storey floors, while the high slab supports needed in the podium zone are being provided by load-bearing towers Staxo 40. This weight-optimised loadbearing tower system is engineered for high-user ergonomy, enabling fast assembly and dismantling times while ensuring high workplace safety. In this way, Staxo 40 makes a crucial contribution towards greater efficiency in the construction workflow. “The Doka team has displayed precise technical knowledge, right from the very beginning of the planning stage,” says Nada. “My team has benefited hugely from this formwork know-how, from Doka’s ontime deliveries, and from the fact that its climbing systems and timber-beam formwork systems are so safe to use. The after-sales services were first-class as well.” Doka is one of the world leaders in developing, manufacturing and distributing formwork technology for use in all fields of the construction sector. With more than 160 sales and logistics facilities in over 70 countries, the Doka Group has a highly-efficient distribution network which ensures that equipment and technical support are provided swiftly and professionally. An enterprise forming part of the Umdasch Group, Doka employs a worldwide workforce of more than 5,600.

Doka has supplied a complete package of formwork resources for the Twin Towers development in Doha’s West Bay, including the automatic climbing formwork for the shaft cores. PICTURE: Doka

The automatic climbing system, SKE50, crane-jumped formwork MF240, large-area formwork Top 50, the floor-slab system Dokaflex 1-2-4, Framax Xlife column formwork and load-bearing tower Staxo 40, are all in use on the construction operations. PICTURE: Doka

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Doha sees development boom The municipality’s responsibility has recently been extended to include internal roads which were previously within Ashghal’s competence

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oha has been witnessing rapid development over the past few years. The city’s skyline is fast changing with high-rise towers now dotting the landscape. Doha Municipality, headed by its Director Mohamed Al Sayed, plays a crucial role in the development process, adding impetus to the city’s growth. Al Sayed reviews the city’s development and the municipality’s work here. Q. What are the implications of Doha Municipality becoming the deputy president of World Energy Cities Partnership (WECP) in terms of urban development and services? This will surely have a positive impact on improving and promoting development programs and municipal services in Doha. This can be by done by capitalizing on the experiences of partnership cities in Europe and North America. Those cities are known for their advanced municipal services. There will be chances for exchanging ideas and experiences. Doha Municipality will improve its infrastructure extension by having access to the latest developments in urban planning and development. Winning this post is a culmination of Doha’s efforts since joining the Cities Partnership in the end of 2009. The achievement emphasizes the prestigious position occupied by the State of Qatar in the world energy map. Q. What are the Doha Municipality’s plans to avoid negative points during current and future projects? The municipality has prepared a comprehensive plan to avoid drawbacks. The municipality’s responsibility has recently been extended to include internal roads which were previously within Ashghal’s competence. The municipality’s tasks now

include the maintenance of streetlights for roads that do not exceed 24 meters width. The municipality has concluded three contracts covering the areas within its administrative borders, including 58 regions. Internal roads would now not be asphalted and would rather be made of “gabbro”, (grits that are stronger and water and humidity-resistant). Internal roads made of ‘”gabbro” would last longer so the problem of potholes would be solved. Moreover, the municipality is committed to a specific executive program within a time frame. It plans to classify the areas located within its administrative borders into three zones: - The scope of the city center includes 27 regions. - The scope of north the capital includes 17 regions. - The scope of south the capital includes 14 regions. This classification facilitates the implementation of maintenance works. Q. What about road excavation works and the traffic chaos being caused by them? Regarding the complaints of excavations and affecting the traffic flow, it is important to clarify that other service departments such as Sanitation, Kahramaa and Qtel are also responsible for such work on streets. These departments connect public facilities, establish infrastructure projects, maintain and replace old service lines. By implementing these works, the government aims to keep pace with the rapid progress of the state. This, at times, causes some confusion in the traffic flow despite the strong concern to avert such a situation. The budgets allocated for implementing maintenance projects in recent years have been doubled owing to the expansion of construction and the increased volume of works.

Q. What about addressing the problem of distorting banners and tampering public properties of public parks? The municipality started long ago to address this phenomenon by reminding park caretakers to carry out their tasks optimally. They should be on the lookout for offenders who visit these parks and to urge visitors to preserve the cleanliness and the beauty of public parks. Furthermore, they have to place several signboards explaining how to take care of plants, flowers, green spaces. In addition, the municipality has signed contracts with a security services company to monitor the parks.

it in both the municipal offices and the building permits complex. Also, the management of information systems is in the final stages of preparing a tender for receiving and issuing requests for building permits electronically as well as starting the electronic archive process for licenses on temporary system until a program of modern and integrated archiving is completed. In this regard, the municipality has presented a study to streamline the procedures for obtaining building permits. Q. There have been reports about some problems related to the Central Market. How is

the municipality tackling those problems? The municipality has held a series of meetings with the Department of Urban Planning to discuss ways to develop the Central Market so that it keeps pace with the progress witnessed in the country. Q. Have the widespread stores and warehouses located in some residential neighborhoods that lack security and safety requirements been removed? Since the issuance of law which states that all stores and warehouses have to be transferred from residential areas, they

all have been moved to the Industrial Area. In case of finding a violation, legal action will be taken against offenders. Q. What is the progress in the introduction of municipal eservices? The electronic archive service has already been launched. The e-archives service will make the municipality’s transactions with companies efficient and easier for licensing, license renewal and other purposes. Receiving requests for fumigation are among the several e-services launched by Doha Municipality recently. More e-services will be unveiled soon.

Q. It has been announced that Doha Municipality intends to establish eight new public parks. What has been done in this regard? The Public Parks Department of the Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning has awarded tenders for the establishment of 14 public gardens in various areas of Doha. The work is in progress and the parks are to be completed by the end of this year. Q. What are the municipality’s plans to develop the work system in the building permits complex to make the procedures there quick and easy? Development at the Building Permits Complex is of special interest to HE the Minister of Municipality and Urban Planning. For more than two months, HE the Minister has been heading weekly meetings to follow up procedures to speed up the workflow. Based on his directives, a building for the Technical Affairs Department is allocated to facilitate the delivery of services so that the proceedings shall be conducted and assembled in one place instead of having to do

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Fire safety in pre-school premises

To reduce the risk of accidental fires, building services such as the electrical installation, gas services and the heating system should be installed to the appropriate standards The tragic blaze that broke out at Doha’s Villaggio shopping center in May, claiming 19 lives – 13 children, four teachers and two firefighters – trapped in a nursery there brought into focus the fire safety standards in educational buildings across the country, especially pre-schools, where the age of children affects the speed and efficiency of evacuation during an emergency. The most shocking aspect of the Villaggio disaster perhaps was that it was avoidable. However, it is important not to dwell on the “what ifs” and think of this particular mishap as a lesson on the fundamentals of fire accidents avoidance. Fire safety in premises used for pre-school services is achieved by means of a combination of an effective fire safety management policy and the provision of adequate fire safety features in the premises. This article explores safety features in pre-school buildings, based on the “Fire safety in preschools” publication, issued by the Irish ministry of the environment and local government. The publication mentions that the purpose of the fire safety features in premises used for pre-school services is to ensure that should a fire occur: • there are adequate means of escape to enable children and staff to evacuate the premises safely; • the fire will be detected at an early stage ; and • the fire will not develop quickly and its spread will be restricted. To reduce the risk of accidental fires, building services such as the electrical installation, gas services and the heating system should be installed to the appropriate standards. It is also important that these building services are adequately maintained. Means of escape The term ‘means of escape’ relates to the physical means whereby a safe route(s) is provided for the occupants of the premises to escape to a place of safety. Means of escape includes the internal escape routes, the final exits to the outside of the building, and any external routes required to reach a place of safety. The extent of the means of escape requirements for premises used for pre-school services depends on its size, complexity and on the number and range of children being catered for. In the event of a fire, sleeping children and infants require assistance for evacuation, whereas older children can be evacuated under supervision with minimal assistance. Special consideration is also required for the safe evacuation of children with disabilities. Early detection of a fire is essential to ensure that safe evacuation and other emergency procedures take place as

quickly as possible. A fire alarm system is required to give early warning of an outbreak of fire so that the escape routes can be safely used before conditions develop to a stage where they may become unusable due to smoke and fire. Escape routes may be by way of a door leading directly to a place of safety outside the premises, or may be by way of a hallway, a corridor, or a stairway in the case of an upper storey. All escape routes must lead to a place of safety in the open air at ground floor level. If a fire occurs on the premises, the escape routes should not be threatened at the early stages, while the evacuation is taking place. An exit door leading directly to the outside provides the most effective and safest means of escape. Where a direct exit is not possible, an escape route which will not be rendered unusable in the early stages of a fire will also be satisfactory. If there is only one escape route from a room or area this should not be through another room, because a fire in the outer room would make this single escape route unusable. Escape routes should meet certain criteria in relation to travel distance, availability of alternative escape routes, protection from fire, etc. Travel distance To enable evacuation of the premises to be completed before the escape routes are endangered by fire and smoke, the distance to be traveled on an escape route before reaching a place of safety should be limited. The extent of this limitation depends on: • whether children are active, sleeping or are infants; and

• whether there is a single escape route or there are alternative escape routes available . As a general principle, there should be alternative escape routes from premises used for pre-school services. However, it may not be possible to provide alternative escape routes from all individual rooms or areas in the premises. Alternative escape routes are required where the travel distance for a single escape route exceeds a certain limit (as per local regulations) or where the number of children in any room/area exceeds 20. In general, alternative escape routes can be readily provided from ground floor premises. These routes may be by way of an exit door directly to the outside of the premises, through a hallway, or by way of a corridor which is protected from fire and smoke by fire resisting construction. Where any basement or lowerground floor areas are part of a premises used for preschool services, these areas should be provided with alternative escape routes by means of independent protected escape stairways, or directly to the outside in the case of lower ground storeys.Upper storeys of premises used for pre-school services require alternative escape routes by way of protected escape stairways, suitably located to observe the limitations on travel distance. However, a single escape route from an upper storey is acceptable in specific cases and in the presence of certain criteria (please refer to local guidelines for these cases). Protected escape stairways Protected escape stairways are stairways which are pro-

tected from the effects of fire in the adjacent accommodation by means of fire resisting construction. All such stairways should lead directly to a place of safety outside the building at the ground floor level. Fire resisting construction is generally specified by reference to a time (in minutes) in a standard fire resistance. The minimum fire resistance requirements for the enclosure to a protected stairway and for protected corridors should be 30 minutes. Fire doors to protected stairways should have appropriate cold smoke seals and be fitted with self-closing devices. Windows Windows do not form part of the means of escape from a premise. However, it is advisable, as a secondary provision and wherever practicable, that habitable rooms in premises used for pre-school services i.e., any room other than a kitchen, utility room, store room, bathroom, or toilet, have a window which is suitable for escape or rescue. The opening section of the window should be approximately 850mm high and 500mm wide and the bottom of the opening should be between 800mm and 1,100mm above the floor. It will be appreciated that windows can also present a risk to children and that protection against falling from windows is required. However such provisions should not prevent the supervised use of windows as a secondary means of escape or for rescue, should such actions be considered necessary. Fire alarms A fire alarm system is required in every premises used for preschool services to give early warning of an outbreak of fire

and to ensure that the escape routes can be safely used. A fire alarm is comprised of a number of components, such as detectors, bells, wiring and control mechanism. Some fire alarm systems, such as those based on self-contained units have some of these components combined. The extent and type of system required depend on the size and complexity of the premises. For single storey premises where less than 20 children are accommodated, a fire alarm system based on self-contained units will be sufficient, while larger and multi-storey premises will generally require a more comprehensive system. Dwelling houses used for the childminder category of preschool services should have a fire alarm system based on selfcontained units. Certain areas in premises such as store rooms, laundries and kitchens present an increased risk of fire. Should a fire occur in these areas, it is important that its spread is restricted, especially at the initial stages when early warning and implementation of emergency procedures are required. It is important that the fire alarm system for the premises is capable of detecting a fire in these high risk areas. A pre-school service may be provided in a premises attached to a dwelling house or may be part of a larger premises with a number of different uses and occupancies. Should a fire occur in these other areas, it is important that it will be detected at an early stage and that it will not spread quickly to the premises used for pre-school services. The fire alarm system used should be

capable of detecting such an outbreak of fire. The principal method of restricting the spread of fire between different parts of a building is for certain floors, walls and doors to have an appropriate level of fire resistance. These include the elements of construction which separate different uses/occupancies and any high risk areas from the part of the premises used for preschool services. The floors between different storeys within the building also require fire resistance. The minimum fire resistance requirement for such elements of construction is 30 minutes, but a higher level of performance may be required in some situations. However, a dwelling house used for the childminder category of pre-school services may not require any special provisions in this context. The requirements for fire separation and fire resistance for elements of construction generally require individual assessment, depending on the particular circumstances. The internal walls and ceilings of a building can influence the spread and severity of a fire. For this reason, controls are required on the combustibility and surface spread of flame characteristics of these lining materials. It is important that materials are not added to the surfaces of walls and ceilings that would alter their required fire performance. Building services such as electrical, gas and heating are potential sources of fire, and equipment associated with them should be installed and maintained in accordance with the relevant standards and codes of practice.

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Regulation of the engineering profession under Qatar Law By Laura Warren Partner, Clyde & Co In 2005, Law No (19) of 2005 on The Organisation of the Practice of Engineering Professions (the “Engineering Law”) was enacted, amending the previous Law (11) of 2001 relating to the Organisation of the Engineering Profession (the “2001 Engineering Law”). The Engineering Law remains unamended to date, save for Cabinet of Ministers Decisions numbers 49 and 50 which deal with the identity and remuneration of the Committee described below. Previously, the 2001 Engineering Law greatly restricted the activity of non-Qatari engineers. The general premise of the 2001 Engineering Law was that non-Qatari engineers and engineering offices owned by non-Qataris were required to appoint on their behalf Qatari engineers licensed to practice to deal with their then current projects. The law required that Qatari engineers, GCC engineers, as well as Qatari and GCC-owned engineering businesses, register within six months of the 2001 Engineering Law entering force. Non-Qatari (and non-GCC) engineers were required to dissolve their practices unless an exemption was provided. The Engineering Law amended the 2001 Engineering Law, removing some of the requirements of the previous law but maintaining strict regulations

of the profession. Further, executive regulations to the Engineering Law (“the “Regulations”) were issued by the Urban Planning and Development Authority (“UPDA”) setting out the detailed requirements for registration. Article 1 of the Engineering Law defines the “Engineering Profession” as: “The engineering activities practiced by those qualified in the divisions and branches of the specializations of architectural, civil, electrical, mechanical, and chemical engineering, mines and mining and the various other fields of engineering. The Engineering Law also establishes a Committee for the Enrolment of Engineers and Engineer Consultancy Offices (the “Committee”): Article 2. Article 4 creates three Registers, being: 1. The Register of Engineers; 2. The Register of Local Engineering Consultancy Offices (the “Local Register”); and 3. The Register of the International Engineering Consultancy Offices (the International Register”). All individual engineers are required to be registered on the Register of Engineers. Engineering Offices must either register in the Local Register or International Register. The Register of Engineers All engineers (whether Qatari or non-Qatari) must be enrolled in The Register of Engineers. To

do so the applicant must: 1. Be a Qatari national or a resident in the State of Qatar; 2. Hold a Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent degree from a recognized university or institution; 3. Have full capacity; 4. To be of good reputation and character, and not have been convicted of a crime or punished with imprisonment for crimes relating to morals or honesty; and 5. Pass the technical skills tests in accordance with the Regulations issued by the Board on the recommendations of the Committee. The Register of Local Engineering Consultancy Offices To be registered in the Local Register an applicant must comply with the following: 1. Be of Qatari nationality*; 2. The individual engineers working for the office must be entered in the Engineers Register and have the experience as determined by the Regulations; and 3. The office must designate one engineer, or more, as executive engineers to be responsible for supervision of the regulations and conditions established under the Regulations. Thus, both Article 6 and the Regulations relax the Qatari nationality requirement above where the applicant is a company. Provided the applicant is a Qatari entity and Qatari par-

ticipation is not less than 51% a company may be entered in the Local Register. The nonQatari partners must, however, be engineers registered on the Engineers Register. The Register of International Engineer Consultancy Offices To be eligible for registration on the International Register an Applicant must: 1. Be a branch of a main office licensed to practice the engineering profession in the foreign state in which the licence is issued. A minimum of ten years must have elapsed since the issuance of the licence for the parent office during which time the parent has been continually licensed and practicing in the engineering profession; 2. The branch must obtain an undertaking from the foreign parent, properly authenticated and legalized, to the effect of guaranteeing support to the branch and accepting all liabilities arising from the practice of the engineering profession in Qatar by the branch. The parent must establish through official documents its memorandum of incorporation, the articles of association, its activity, financial stability and evidence of its works performed outside the State. 3. The executive engineer appointed by the branch must be entered in the Engineers Register and must hold qualifications from a recognized university or institution indicating their spe-

cialization and their practical experience must not be less than ten (10) years. Other engineers working in the branch shall meet the conditions determined by the Regulations. While such exemptions are fairly rare, and subject to approval by the Board, Applicants should also note Article 9 of the Engineering Law which provides that the Board may permit notQatari natural persons or legal entities to practice in the engineering profession where they hold unique technical specializations which are not available in Qatar or which are required for the development of experience and techniques in the State. The Engineering Law and Regulations, often referred to as the regularization of the engineering profession in Qatar, have through their implementation and practice, protected the local profession. Engineers or engineer offices cannot practice without being on a Register unless exempted. The process for registration on the International Register is lengthy and the documentation required is substantial – that is not to say that it cannot be achieved. Depending on time constraints, joint venturing with a Qatari engineer partner through a 51/49% limited liability company is often an easier option to obtain licensing. Notwithstanding the above, all applicants should carefully consider the requirements of

Laura Warren

licensing in the State of Qatar under the Engineering Law and allow a long lead in time for licensing approval. The requirements vary for specializations and categories and failure to comply can lead to significant delays in the application process. *Should you have any questions in respect of this article or legal issues generally, please contact Laura Warren of Clyde & Co LLP at laura.warren@ clydeco.com.qa

Laura Warren

Laura Warren is partner of the International Law firm, Clyde & Co LLP, in Doha. Laura has a wide ranging contentious and non contentious construction practice involving projects in Qatar as well as in the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Libya, Egypt and Tunisia Laura is Co-ordinator for the Society of Construction Law (Gulf) in Qatar

Qatar-funded Shard opens in London Qatar Diar launches Tunisian resort

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urope’s tallest skyscraper, the Shard, funded 95% by Qatar, has been inaugurated in London by HE the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassim Bin Jabor Al Thani and Prince Andrew, the Duke of York. The Shard, whose name was coined by its Italian architect Renzo Piano, takes over from Capital City Moscow Tower as the highest in Europe. The opening ceremony was attended by London Mayor Boris Johnson, Qatar’s Ambassador in London, Khalid Rashid Salim Al Hamoudi Al Mansouri, and a number of senior officials from both the countries. In a speech during the inauguration ceremony, HE Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassim said the investment reflected the good relations between Qatar and the United Kingdom in various fields, especially economy. He called the project “one of Qatar’s several long-term investments in the United Kingdom”. The Duke of York said the Shard project would further enhance relations between the United Kingdom and Qatar, especially in investments and tourism sectors, serving the two countries’ economy. Following the opening ceremony, the Prime Minister and the Duke of York visited the top floor and highest terrace in Europe, which reveal the panoramic views of the City of London.

Participants watched at the ceremony’s beginning a documentary on the phases of the tower’s construction and a presentation on the services provided in the project. HE the Governor of Qatar Central Bank (QCB), Sheikh Abdullah Bin Saud Al Thani, in a speech at the opening, said: “For me the height of The Shard is only secondary. What I find so special is the solid and continuing relationship between two nations: Qatar and Britain which has been an important factor in completing this project.” The QCB governor, also the chairman of London Bridge Quarter, pointed out that Qatar’s relationship with Britain dated back to the 19th century. Since then, the two countries had enjoyed a strong relationship, he noted. “As we know, British companies are increasingly making their presence in Qatar while the Qatari firms are investing in the UK,” he said. “Our relationships have grown beyond trade and finance and we are moving together towards a bright future.” He went on saying: “I am honored to belong to the State of Qatar, the country which plays a key role

in the implementation and the successful completion of the project even in the midst of the global slowdown.” He also said that the Shard had already become an important symbol for London -- a symbol of Qatari- British close relationship rooted in the foundations of economic growth, social development, mutual trust and goodwill. The Shard houses a luxury hotel, expensive shops, offices, restaurants, exclusive flats and a public observation platform affording breathtaking views over the capital. It is owned jointly by the state of Qatar and the Sellar Property Group. Shard London Bridge or the Shard (formerly known as London Bridge Tower or the Shard of Glass) stands 309.6m (1,016ft) above ground level.

Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company has launched work on a luxury resort in Tozeur city in Tuinisia. HH the Heir Apparent Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani and Tunisian Prime Minister Hammadi Jebali jointly laid the foundation stone of the resort during a ceremony in the Tunisian city of Tozeur. The five-star desert resort, extending over 40 hectares in the Tozeur governorate, consists of a range of independent luxury suites with prime views of a natural salt lake, conference facilities, retail areas, spa and sports facilities, an Arabian night tent and an amphitheater. An Arabic-themed cultural village will be built to cater for visitors. Qatari Diar’s Group CEO, Eng Mohammed bin Ali Al-Hedfa, thanked HH the Heir Apparent and the Tunisian premier for taking part in the groundbreaking ceremony for Qatari Diar’s first development in Tunisia. “The Tozeur Desert Resort is aimed at supporting the Republic of Tunisia and its development ambitions following the revolution by providing employment opportunities to the country’s youth,” said Al Hedfa. “The project developers will also work closely with local institutions to help market and promote Tozeur as a unique and high-end international tourist destination,” he said. “More than a mere real estate project, the Tozeur resort

is one of Qatari Diar’s landmark developments providing a model for sustainable living in more than 29 countries around the world.” Prime Minister Jebali described the project as “proof of the strong relations between Tunisia and Qatar”. He said: “The project will not only create jobs for our country’s youth during construction and upon completion, it will also add a new dynamic to the region’s desert tourism.” He thanked the Qatari government and its leadership “for extending a hand of friendship to the Tunisian people and, through the work of Qatari Diar, contributing to the growth of our economy and the diversification and development of the tourism industry in Tunisia”. “Visitors to the desert resort will experience a unique mix of Arabic desert culture and an array of high-end restaurants and entertainment facilities, amidst abundant natural beauty”, said a Qatari Diar press release. The resort neighbors 200 water springs, an oasis and a natural salt lake. Tozeur, one of Tunisia’s 24 states once dubbed “City of Dreams” by the Romans, is a favorite destination for artists,

film directors, politicians and journalists, who frequently fill its restaurants, cafes and markets, noted the Qatari Diar release. H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad also laid the foundation stone of a housing project in Tunis during his recent to the North African country. The Omar Al Mukhtar housing project in the Sidi Hussein district of the Tunisian capital is funded by Qatar. Construction started in July and is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2013. The project, with a footprint of eight hectares (20 acres) and a price tag of 45 million dinars ($27.6 million), will construct 700 houses, a kindergarten, a commercial market, a handicrafts shop, a court and an office building . It will provide tenants abundant green space. After the foundation stone laying ceremony, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad toured the district and met with members of the local community who expressed their gratitude for Qatar’s support to the Tunisian people.

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ASHGHAL TENDERS AND AWARDED TENDERS Companies Eligible to Tender: (1) Qatari Companies Only (2) Joint Venture (JV) Companies, which includes a Qatari Company having a minimum of 51%, share holding of the JV (3) Non-Qatari Companies (4) Not Applicable * All financial values are in Qatari Riyal

Large Tenders  Tender No. PWA/GTC/016/12-13

Tender Subject

Bond

Fees

Dept.

Submission

Authorized

Construction of Genetic Resources Bank for Camel Embryo and Service Center Building

1,000,000

2,500.00

Building Affairs

31/07/2012

1

4,500,000

5,000.00

Building Affairs

7/8/2012

1+2

Tender Subject

Bond

Fees

Dept.

Submission

Authorized

Supply, Install and Maintain Electronic Over-Height Vehicle Detection System

175,000

750

Assets Management Affairs

29/07/2012

1

110,000

1,000.00

Infrastructure Affairs

22/07/2012

1

150,000

750

Infrastructure Affairs

22/07/2012

4

Bond

Fees

Dept.

Submission

Authorized

7,700

400

Support Services Affairs

30/07/2012

1

22,000

400

Assets Management Affairs

6/8/2012

1

31,000

500

Assets Management Affairs

23/7/2012

1

at Shahaniya PWA/GTC/017/12-13

CONSTRUCTION OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS CARE CENTER AT MADINAT UMM SALAL BA/12-13/C/006/G

Medium Tenders  Tender No. PWA/ITC/011/12-13

AA-R/12-13/OM/041/I General Conditions of Tenders - Full Documents for the Tender can be obtained from Contracts Department (CD) against a Non–refundable fee paid to PWA Account No. (0013-001813052), Qatar National Bank together with a copy of the Company Registration and a Company Authorization letter. - Project document may be examined at Al-Faisal Tower(1), Ground Floor, Al Corniche before purchasing from PWA. - Each Tender must be accompanied by a Tender Bond, either in the form of a “Certified Check” or a “Tender Bond’’ issued by a Bank acceptable to the PWA” in the amount mentioned above valid for (120 days). Any Tender received without the proper guarantee will not be considered. - The Tender shall be submitted in two separate sealed envelopes (technical and financial offer) and both envelopes must be enclosed in a third sealed envelope which shall bear the tender number, subject and closing date. - All Tenders shall be submitted in original and one copy or they will not be acceptance. Tenders shall be delivered at or sent to arrive not later than 1.00pm local Doha time on the closing date and deposited in the relevant Tender Box of concerned Tenders Committee’s Chairman at PWA. - The successful Tenderer shall provide a Performance Bond in amount of ten (10%) percent of the Contract Price endorsed by an approved local bank in Qatar. - For further queries about any of the tenders, please communicate in writing to the Contracts Department by Fax.: (+974) 44950777

PWA/ITC/010/12-13

PWA/ITC/008/12-13

Sewer Extension and House Connections at Al Muraikh Area Post – Contract Professional Consultancy Services for Design and Build Works of Package Treatment Plant ( PTP) Upgrades at Al Shamal PTP and Al Dhakira PTP Sites – Civil Project -774 IA-D/11-12/S/016/I

Small Tenders  Tender No. PWA/STC/083/11-12/R1

PWA/STC/015/12-13

Tender Subject Supply and Installation of SNAPCOM Software ISD/12-13/SS/1/S Supply of Spares for Mechanical Equipment , KSB Pumps and Seepex Pumps Installed at AL KHOR STW

PWA/STC/014/12-13

Supply of Motor Control Centre and Other Electrical Spares AA/DOM/12-13/M/1263-1.05/S

Four mosques handed over to Awqaf Ministry Ashghal has completed construction of four new mosques and handed them over to the project owner, the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs. The

mosques have been constructed with a blend of modern building techniques and local architectural heritage rooted in Islamic civilization.

The mosques are built by Doha-based Al Arab Contracting Company. They include accommodation for imams who lead prayers as well as necessary

external facilities. The handed over mosques are: 1) Mosque No 498 at Sailiyya: The mosque is constructed over a plot of 347 m2 with a built area of 328 m2. It includes the imam’s residence. The prayer hall can accommodate more than 400 people. 2) Mosque No 11 at Ain Khaled: Constructed over a plot of 1788 m2 with built area of 422m2, it has the imam’s residence (167m2). The parking area can accommodate 18 vehicles. 3) Mosque No 3at Mesaimeer: The mosque, constructed over a plot of over 4740 m2, has a built area of 1328 m2, including main prayer hall over 782 m2 and the imam’s residence. 4) Mosque No 14 at Abu Nakhla: It is constructed over a plot of 2479 m2 and has a built area of 756 m2. The mosque has a main prayer hall and the imam’s residence, in addition to a parking area that can accommodate 26 cars.

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August - September 2012 STRATEGIES, GOVERNANCE & SOCIAL RESEARCH CONFERENCE Organizer: Global Journal of Strategies & Governance Event Date (s): 02– 03 August 2012 Venue: Movenpick Doha Tower Location: Doha, Qatar Email: [email protected] Website: http://sgsrconference. review-gjsg.com CONCRETE SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR ACI CERTIFICATION – CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR Organizer: Advanced Construction Technology Services (ACTS) Event Date (s): 13 – 16 August 2012 Venue: Not Mentioned Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +974 4460 1257 Fax: +974 4460 1254 Email: [email protected] MADE IN USA Organizer: Doha Enterprise Event Date (s): 05 – 08 September 2012 Venue: Doha Exhibition Centre Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +974 4432 7712 Fax: +974 4432 7713

Exhibitions & Events

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Email: [email protected] Website: http://madeinusaqatar. com/madeinusaqatar/index.php CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGEMENT Organizer: Marcus Evans Event Date (s): 09 – 11 September 2012 Venue: Millennium Hotel Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +603 2723 6757 Fax: +603 2723 6699 Email: CatherineF@marcusevanskl. com CONSTRUCTION LEADERS FORUM QATAR Organizer: IQPC Events Event Date (s): 16 – 19 September 2012 Venue: Hilton Doha Hotel Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 364 2975 Fax: +971 4 363 1938 Email: [email protected] BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING SUMMIT QATAR Organizer: IQPC Events Event Date (s): 24 – 25 September 2012 Venue: To Be Confirmed

Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 364 2975 Fax: +971 4 363 1938 Email: [email protected]

3RD ANNUAL DISTRICT COOLING QATAR SUMMIT Organizer: IQPC Events Event Date (s): 30 September – 03 October 2012 Venue: Intercontinental Hotel Doha Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 364 2975 Fax: +971 4 363 1938 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.districtcoolingqatar.com 3RD ANNUAL GLOBAL PETROCHEMICALS TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE Organizer: Fleming Gulf Conferences Event Date (s): 01 – 03 October 2012 Venue: Sharq Village and Spa Doha Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 60 91 555 Fax: +971 4 60 91 589 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.fleminggulf. com/conferenceview/3rd-AnnualGlobal-Petrochemicals-TechnologyConference/276

ITS AND ROAD SAFETY FORUM QATAR 2012 Organizer: IQPC Events Event Date (s): 02 – 03 October 2012 Venue: Renaissance Doha City Center Hotel Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 364 2975 Fax: +971 4 363 1938 Email: [email protected] Website: www.itsroadsafetyqatar.com 8TH ANNUAL HSE FORUM IN ENERGY Organizer: Fleming Gulf Conferences Event Date (s): 08 – 10 October 2012 Venue: Doha Grand Hyatt Hotel Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 60 91 555 Fax: +971 4 60 91 589 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.hse-me.com 3RD ANNUAL VERTICAL TRANSPORT QATAR Organizer: IQPC Events Event Date (s): 14 – 17 October 2012 Venue: To Be Confirmed Location: Doha, Qatar Tel: +971 4 364 2975 Fax: +971 4 363 1938 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.verticaltransportationme.com

Construction

Project Focus

ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTING GROUP

Consultant

Main Contractor

Value Range (QR) Million

Project Status

Type of Project

M/s. Commercial Development

M/s. Arabtec

500-750

Piling & Shoring

Hotel and Office Buildings

Audit Bureau Towers

M/s. Al Attiya Group Trading Co.

Not Appointed

400-600

Tender Stage

Offices / Residential Towers

Al Waab Mall

M/s. Qatar Industrial Services

Man Enterprize, Qatar

300-400

Under Construction

Mall

Q-Tel

Not Appointed

250-350

Tender Stage

Technical

Mr. Mohamed Abdel Ghani Al Mansouri

Not Appointed

200-300

Under Design

Shopping Mall & Office Tower

Ghanem Al Hodaifi

Not Appointed

600-800

Detail Stage

Office Building

Barwa

Midmac

1.3-1.5 bn

Under Construction

Commercial, Residencial & 5 Star Hotel

Qatar Islamic Bank

AFQCO / REDCO Al Mana

1.2-1.4 bn

Under Construction

Residential Towers

Business Trading Company

IDC

400-500

Under Construction

Shopping Mall

Qatar Islamic Bank

CRC - Dorra Group

300-400

Under Construction

Mixed Use Development

Ghanem Holding

Ramco

100-200

Under Construction

Office Building

Alfardan Properties Co.

CDC

N/A

Under Construction

Hotel

Mazaya Qatar Real Estate Development QSC

Sinohydro Group Limited

N/A

Under Construction

Residential

Ahmed Abed El Aziz Al Baker

Construction and Reconstruction Co.

675

Under Construction

Office Building

Private Investor

Orientals Enterprises

N/A

Under Construction

Residential

Al Nasr Showroom

Shiekh Abdullah Bin Naser Al Thani

Construction and Reconstruction Co.

85

Under Construction

Commercial

Police Training Institute

MOI

Hassanesco Co.

N/A

Under Construction

Mixed Use

Shk/Abdullah Bin Nasser Al Thani

Construction and Reconstruction Co.

205

Under Construction

Commercial / Residential

Tricon International

Atlantic Contracting Co.

150

Under Construction

Hotels

Al Rayyan Holding Company

Al Habtour

3.5 Billion

Marriott Rensance & Marriott Courtyard in handing over and the other 3 Hotels are under construction

Hotels

Real Estate Services Group

SEG

800

Construction Stage

Mixed Use Towers

Al Shereef Enterprises

Dorra Contracting

350

Construction Stage

Mixed Use Towers

PWA

Tag Engineering & Contracting

120

Under Construction

Media Complex

Al Mana Real Estate

N/A

100-200

Developed Design Stage

Mixed Use Tower

Qatar Navigation

N/A

300

Developed Design Stage

Mixed Use

Sonesta 5 Star Hotel

Al Madaen Real Estate

A'yaan Ash'sharq

120

Construction Stage

Hotel

Smash Tennis Academy

Qatar Olympic Committee

HBK Contracting & Trading

65 Million

Construction Stage

Sports Amenities

Construction of Graveyard at Mesamieer

PWA

Promer Qatar

80

Under Construction

Roads & Supporting Facilities

Construction of Al Khor Park

PWA

BOOM

210

Under Construction

Landscaping & Supporting Facilities

Construction of Head Quarters Bldg. for Ministry of Interior

MOI

WCT

n/a

Under Construction

Administration and Office Building

ALAQARIA

Arcon

169

Under Construction

Mixed Use

Qatar Navigation

Not Appointed

900-1200

Design Stage

Industrial

Mr. Abdul Jaleel Abdul Ghani

Al Bandary

100-150

Under Construction

Residential & Office Building

Al Khor Housing Project

ALAQARIA

Not Appointed

400

Design Stage

Residential Housing

Al Emadi Twin Towers

IBA GROUP

Not Appointed

400

Design Stage

Commercial / Offices Towers

Mr. Saeed Ben Zayed El-Khayareen

Al-Huda

200-250

Under Construction

Office Building

Fahd Suite - Apartment Hotel

FBA GROUP

Not Appointed

200

Detail Stage

Shopping Mall & Office Tower

IBA Hotel

IBA GROUP

Not Appointed

200

Under Construction

Hotel

Tameer Real Estate

Al Seal Trading

160

Under Construction

Residential Building

Qatar Airways

Redco

40 Million

On Going

Special or Laboratory

Mr. Mohamed Ben Zayed El-Khayareen

Al-Huda

100-120

Completed

Office Building

Al Meera

Not Appointed

n/a

Full Design Package from concept to preparation of tender documents included interior design

Mall

Equestrian Club

Not Appointed

n/a

On Going

Farm

QNB Dukhan Branch

QNB

Not Appointed

15 Million

Under Construction

Bank

Qatar Driving School

QDS

Not Appointed

600

Design Stage

Driving Academy

QFCHT

Not Appointed

20 Million

Design Stage

Office Building

Al Ali Building

Mr. Yasser Al Ali

Not Appointed

30 Million

Design Stage

Residential Building

Commercial Mall

H.S. Al Qamra

Loyalty

100

Design Phase

Commercial

Showrooms + Residential Buildings

Shk. A. Al Thani

Not Appointed

60

Design Phase

Commercial & Residential

Office Building

M.K. Al Ansari

Not Appointed

350

Design Phase

Commercial

Al Qamra Tower

H.S. Al Qamra

Not Appointed

300

On Going

Office Building

A.S. Al Neimi

Not Appointed

280

Design Phase

Residential & Commercial

Shk. K. H. Al Thani

Not Appointed

220

Design Phase

Commercial & Residential

Twin Towers

Mesiemer Manarat Lusail

Al Sadd Development Complex

ARAB ENGINEERING BUREAU

Five Residential Towers at Viva Bahriya at the Pearl (project management)

Gulf Mall at Gharrafa Al Khor Complex (project management) Office Building at Salwa Road Marsa Malaz Hotel at the Pearl Qatar (Main Works) Qatar Sidra Village Project

Al Baker Executive Towers JAMES CUBITT & PARTNERS

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Project Title

Al Hodaifi Tower II

Al Nour Tower

Panasonic Showroom & Residential

Al Sadd Hotel 5 Hotel Towers adjacent to City Center Marriott Rensance, Marriott Courtyard, Shangri La, Rotana & Merweb Shemoukh Mixed-Use Twin Tower, Al Saad

Al Jasrah Twin Tower Lusail

Qatar Radio and Television Complex Markaz Almana Ford Showroom & Commercial Offices Ain Khaled Development

CONSULTING ENGINEERING GROUP

SITES

MIC Business & Recreation Complex

Logistic City Residential & Office Building

City Tower

Al Attiya Compound Flight Simulator El Doha Tower Al Meera Hazm Al Markhiya Mall Supervision of Breeding Farm near Zubara Village

Qatar Foundation for Combatting Human Trafficking

Hotel & Commercial Complex Commercial & Residential Complex

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QATAR PROJECTS DATABASE - Building Projects Focus Project Title

Client

Consultant

Main Contractor

Value / Value Range (US$. Mn)

Project Status

Type of Project

Sidra Residential Project

Mazaya Qatar Real Estate Development / Qatar Foundation

Allies & Morrison

Sinohydro Corporation

130

project under construction

Residential Development

Commercial Development at Al Mirqab

Sheikh Hamad Bin Jaisim Bin Jabor Al Thani

Arab Engineering Bureau

Terna GEK Group

101 - 250

project under construction

Shopping Centre

Smash Tennis Academy

Qatar Olympic Committee

Qatari Engineer & Associates (QEA)

HBK Contracting

16 - 30

project under construction

Sports Facilities

Residential Town in Viva Bahariya - VB09

United Development Co.

Meinhardt

United Construction Est.

31 - 100

project under construction

Residential Buildings

Al Baraha Tower in the Marina District

Al Shareef Enterprises / QDREIC

EHAF Consulting & Engineers

Construction & Reconstruction Company

30

project under construction

Commercial Buildings

Ablan Residential Development

Qatar Awqaf Authority

Syna Engineering

Hassanesco for Trading & Contracting

15

project under construction

Residential Building

Barwa Al Doha (Al Baraya)

Barwa Real Estate Company

KEO International Consultants / RTKL

Not appointed

660

project under design

Mixed Use

Doha Festival City - IKEA Showroom

Bawabat Al Shamal

DP Architects

QACC / Amana Contracting & Steel Building

31 -100

project under construction

Shopping Centre

Philippines School of Doha

Philippines School of Doha

Al Mana Design Consultant

Not appointed

31 - 100

project under design

Educational Facilities

Al Sadd Sports Club Multi-Purpose Hall

Qatar Olympic Committee

James Cubitt & Partners

Not appointed

31 - 100

bidding underway for main contract

Sports Facilities

Doha College New Campus

Doha College

Justico + Whiles

Not appointed

31 - 100

project under design

Educational Facilities

30 Villas at Al Gharaffa

Sheikh Ali Ahmed Al Thani

Al Waha Design & Consultants

Ebid Group Qatar

2.5 - 15

project under construction

Residential Development

Commercial Centre & City Gate Landmark

Public Works Authority

Arab Engineering Bureau

Not appointed

31 -100

bidding underway for main contract

Commercial Buildings

Five Primary Healthcare Centres

Public Works Authority

Dar Al Handasah

Not appointed

31 - 100

project under design

Hospital

Student Housing Facility in Education City

Qatar Foundation for Education Science & Community Development

Burns & McDonnell

J & P Overseas

101 -250

project under construction

Residential Building

Hotel Building at Old Salata Area

Mr. Mubarak Zayed Mohamed Al Muthawa

CEG International

Not appointed

15 - 30

award awaited for the main contract

Hotel

Dukhan Housing Project - Phase 9

Qatar Real Estate Investment Company / QP

SMEC International

Not appointed

31 - 100

award awaited for the main contract

Residential Development

Al Meera Mall at Jeryan Nejaima

Al Meera Consumer Goods Company

United Consultant

Not appointed

2.5 - 15

project under design

Shopping Centre

Barwa Financial District

Barwa Real Estate Company

KEO International

Midmac Contracting/Bouygues/Al Jaber Engg.

1,300

project under construction

Mixed Use

Al Khor Complex

Al Khor & Al Zakhera Company for Projects / HMC

United Consultant

Construction & Reconstruction Company

94

project under construction

Mixed Use

Four Hospitals at Hamad Medical City - Fitout Package

Hamad Medical Corporation/ Public Works Authority

Fedcon

Hyundai Engineering & Construction Co

534

project under construction

Hospital

The Regent Doha

Ghanem Al Thani Holding

KEO International

Ramco Trading & Contracting

101 - 250

project under construction

Hotel

Residential Tower in the Al Kharaej District

Qatar Real Estate Investment Co. / QDREIC

Consulting Engineering Group

Not appointed

31 -100

project under design

Residential Building

Health & Wellness Care Centre at Umm Salal

Public Works Authority

EngineeringConsulting Group

Not appointed

2.5 - 15

bidding underway for main contract

Mixed Use

Villa Complex at Al Laqta

Al Mana Group

CEG International

Al Madar Contracting

15

project under construction

Residential Development

Bin Samikh Tower

Tanmiyat Real Estate Company

Arab Consulting Engineers

Harinsa Qatar

101 - 250

project under construction

Hotel

Showroom in Al Nasr Street

Sheikh Abdulla Bin Naser

James Cubitt & Partners

Construction & Reconstruction Company

2.5 - 15

project under construction

Commercial Buildings

Al Khor Park Refurbishment

Public Works Authority

Qatar Design Consortium

Boom General Contracting

57

project under construction

Recreational Facilities

Shmoukh Twin Towers in C - Ring Road

Real Estate Services Group

EHAF Consulting & Engineers

SEG Qatar

200

project under construction

Commercial Buildings

Ghanem Office Building in Salwa Road

Ghanem Al Thani Holding

Arab Engineering Bureau

Ramco Trading & Contracting

31

project under construction

Commercial Buildings

Seven Zone Mall

Mazaya Qatar Real Estate Development

M. Z. & Partners

Not appointed

101 - 250

project under design

Commercial Buildings

Marina Mall at Lusail

Mazaya Qatar Real Estate Development / Qatar Foundation

Hellmuth Obata & Kassabuan (HOK)

Not appointed

275

project under design

Shopping Centre

New Qatar National Museum

Qatar Museum Authority / QP

Jean Nouvel, France

Hyundai Engineering & Construction Co

434

project under construction

Recreational Facilities

Qatar National Hotel Headquarters Building

Katara Hospitality

Arab Engineering Bureau

Not appointed

16 - 30

project under design

Commercial Buildings

Al Khor Development - Pack 5A

Qatar Real Estate Investment Company

Arab Engineering Bureau

Domopan Qatar

35

project under construction

Residential Development

Commercial Development at Energy City Qatar

Qatar Real Estate Investment Co;/Energy City

M. Z. & Partners

Not appointed

101 - 250

project under design

Commercial Buildings

Mall at Abu Hamour

Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad

Dara Engineering Consultant

Al Seal Trading & Contracting

250 -500

project under construction

Shopping Centre

Commerical & Office Building at Lusail

Mr. Abdul Rahman Hamdad Al Attia

CEG International

Not appointed

31 - 100

project under design

Commercial Buildings

Al Jassimiya Tower

Sheikh Jassim Bin Khalifa

EGEC

Commodore Qatar Construction

100

project under construction

Commercial Buildings

Business & Recreational Complex at MIC

Qatar Real Estate Investment Company

CEG International

Arab United Construction (ARCON)

31 - 100

project under construction

Recreational Facilities

Mesaieed Housing Development - Phase 2

QP / Qatar Real Estate Investment

Arab Engineering Bureau

Not appointed

2,000

project under design

Residential Development

Staff & Crew Accommodation Complex

Qatar Airways

GHD Global

Redco Internatonal

124

project under construction

Residential Development

Ghanim Residential Apartments

Ghanem Al Thani Holding

KEO International

Ramco Trading & Contracting

31 - 100

project under construction

Residential Buildings

Showroom & Office Building at Al Rayyan

Mr. Abdul Aziz Khalid Abdullah Al-Attiyah

United Consultant

Qatar & Gulf Enterprises

8

project under construction

Commercial Buildings

North Western College of Media & Communication at Education City

Qatar Foundation for Education Science & Community Development

Burns & McDonnell

HBK Contracting / Renaissance Construction

120

project under construction

Educational Facilities

Upgradation of Training Hall at Handball Federation

Qatar Olympic Committee

Qatar Design Consortium

Lotus Trading & Contracting Company

2.5 - 15

project under construction

Sports Facilities

IIB Tower in Dafna

Qatar International Islamic Bank

Dara Engineering Consultant

HBK Contracting

82

project under construction

Commercial Buildings

Sherborne School in Doha

Sherborne Qatar

Atkins

Not appointed

31 - 100

project under design

Educational Facilities

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Issue No. (61) AUGUST 2012, Doha - Qatar

September dates for BIM summit Achieving the highest construction proficiency and return on investment (ROI) through the effective use of building information modeling (BIM) is increasingly important for Qatar’s mega projects. Because of this, the need for the construction sector to have clearly defined strategies for BIM implementation is critical. The Building Information Modeling summit in Qatar, organized in collaboration with buildingSMART, could not have come at better time when Qatar’s construction industry is projected to drive in excess of $22 billion worth of new contracts by the end of 2012. As the host of the FIFA World Cup in 2022, Qatar will become one of the most active construction markets in the world. The use of BIM will permit the development of economically viable construction projects as well as the opportunity to maximize the efficient use of natural re-

sources. The Building Information Modeling Summit brings together developers, main contractors, consultants, architects to debate and offer insight into: *Achieving successful transition to get all stakeholders onto a single integrated building system *Using BIM for the development of green building design to deliver a sustainable future in Qatar *Understanding the value of BIM for MEP engineering by managing successful BIM documentation IQPC says it is “proud to announce the launch of The Building Information Modeling Summit to be held on the September 24 – 25 in Qatar”. It lists the following benefits of attending: *Understand how the government can play an instrumental role in driving BIM *Insight into why owners should implement BIM and how it can be done according to their specification

*Understand how to overcome barriers related to the use of BIM for MEP engineering in order to deliver higher quality building *Identify the role of contrac-

tors in driving project delivery through BIM *Review the benefits of using BIM to reduce energy consumption and cost while promoting sustainable practice

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