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Top Construction News

  • New Air Terminal Planned In Sharjah


    The Sharjah International Airport plans to build an additional terminal at a cost of Dh1.3 billion, Gulf News has learnt. Gulf News - 02Dec 07:28GMT
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  • $150m to rehabilitate cement factory in Iraq


    A preliminary agreement was signed to rehabilitate and develop a cement factory of the Iraqi Ministry of Industry and Minerals by a group of international companies. Aswat Aliraq - 01Dec 07:20GMT
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  • Measures in place to meet emergencies on Jamrat


    Arrangements for emergency operations are in place on all floors of the Jamrat Bridge, including the newly constructed third floor, according to Commander of Special Emergency Forces for the Jamrat Bridge, Col. Khaled Al-Mahmadi. Arab News - 01Dec 06:21GMT
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  • NEC awarded second contract at Tamouh's City of Lights


    India's Navayuga Engineering Company (NEC) has been awarded a second contract for the development of infrastructure work at Plot No 3 C2 at the City of Lights, a waterfront project by Tamouh Investments. Emirates Business 24/7 - 01Dec 04:38GMT
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  • Enpark takes part in Boston green summit


    The Energy and Environment Park (Enpark), a sustainable community model for commercial and residential use and a member of Tecom Business Parks, recently presented its environment-friendly initiatives at the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo 2008 in Boston, US. Emirates Business 24/7 - 01Dec 04:37GMT
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  • Solanki Holdings Launches AED12Bn Mixed-Use Projects


    Premium Mixed-Used Communities to be Launched by UAE-Based Conglomerate to Cater to Residents and Investors in Ras Al-Khaimah. Press Release - 30Nov 13:42GMT
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  • Saudi, UK environment companies sign accord


    The two global leaders in environmental services - Kingdom's SEPCO Environment and Britain's Taylor - this week have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop the market for highly reliable, durable and high quality waste and recycling management infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Gazette - 30Nov 06:33GMT
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  • British Architects Get Call To Change Face Of Mecca


    Two of Britain's most sought-after architects are at the heart of a multibillion-pound redevelopment of Islam's holiest city. The Times News Service - 30Nov 05:37GMT
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  • MoU signed on safety training in Dubai's Construction Sector


    Zoning Authority Development Control (ZADC), which works under the Dubai Technology and Media Free Zone Authority, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai Industrial Academy (DIA), a division of Dubai Industrial City, on delivery of health, safety and environment (HSE) training solutions and regulations for the construction sector. Gulf News - 30Nov 05:12GMT
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  • Mizin awards contracts for phase two infrastructure works


    Mizin, the real estate development arm of Dubai Holding unit Tatweer, has awarded contracts for phase two infrastructure works in the Liwan, Arjan and Majan master developments in Dubailand. Gulf News - 30Nov 05:03GMT
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