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News Developments 3 A round-up of news from across the region Events Calendar 12
Listings of regional and international events and a look ahead to Jeddah
Construct Renewables Wind Energy 13 Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Oman are ramping up
investments in wind energy projects Hydropower 15 A round up of all the major
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Middle East conducts an interview with Ducab’s leadership Green steel 25 EMSTEEL
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FLSmidth reaffirms its role as a full flow sheet provider Technology Industry
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Dubai South Properties to develop luxury apartments Dubai South Properties has
awarded a contract worth approximately US$41mn to Al Turath Al Aseel Contracting
for the construction of South Living Tower, a luxury apartment complex located
in The Residential District of Dubai South. Launched in June this year with a
highly attractive post-handover payment plan, the development follows
significant demand for spacious living spaces in the area. Scheduled for
completion by Q1 2027, the project will comprise 209 premium units, including
studios, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments, along with special-terraced units
that offer a blend of indoor and outdoor living. The development will feature a
range of amenities, including a swimming pool with a deck, a modern gymnasium,
sauna, multi- purpose room, kids library, yoga deck, BBQ area, gazebo seating,
and beautifully landscaped elevated gardens, providing residents with a
luxurious and tranquil living environment. In his comments, Nabil Al Kindi, CEO
of Dubai South Properties, said, “The demand for residential apartments at Dubai
South has been steadily growing over the past few years. Following the
announcement of the new passenger terminals at Al Maktoum International Airport
in April, we witnessed a notable surge in interest for housing, reflected in the
higher sales and rental values for residential properties in Dubai South. At
Dubai South, our mandate is to contribute to the government’s vision of
attracting one million residents to Dubai South once the airport is complete."
The development will include multiple amenities. 3 ISSUE 4 2024 |
www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com News Image Credits: Top-left: Dubai South;
Top-right: Drydocks World; Bottom: WAM

News Barakah’s Unit 4 generates 40TWh of electricity per year Suhail bin
Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, said, “The fourth
unit of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant entering commercial operations today
marks the completion of a mission to transform the UAE’s electricity supply
towards clean sources. This milestone fulfils a commitment made in 2008 to
deliver clean, safe and abundant electricity to the nation. I commend the
dedication and expertise of everyone involved in making this vision a reality
and contributing to the global effort towards a cleaner, more sustainable
planet.” Drydocks World has signed a contract with Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy
Industries Co. Ltd. (ZPMC) for the acquisition of a next- generation floating
sheerleg crane with a lifting capacity of 5,000 tonnes. This new crane will
support the increasing demand for large offshore projects. The design,
construction, testing, and commissioning phases are expected to span around 24
months, with completion slated for the second quarter of 2026. Once operational,
the crane will boost Drydocks World's heavy-lifting capabilities, allowing it to
meet the growing demands of large-scale projects. Largest floating sheerleg
crane The plant has reduced Abu Dhabi’s natural gas costs. 4 ISSUE 4 2024 |
www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com The project will take off in Q2 2026.

MDS, a global leader in manufacturing heavy-duty rock trommels and conveyors,
has announced the appointment of Abdul Latif Jameel Machinery as its inaugural
distributor in the Middle East. With immediate effect, Abdul Latif Jameel
Machinery will oversee the sales, service, and support of the MDS range of
materials processing equipment throughout Saudi Arabia. Headquartered in Jeddah,
Abdul Latif Jameel Machinery is a well-established supplier of heavy machinery,
commercial vehicles, material handling solutions, and crushing and screening
equipment. Their broad portfolio includes the sale and maintenance of
internationally recognised brands, such as Komatsu construction and mining
machinery. Already representing Powerscreen and Terex MPS, this new partnership
with MDS marks the third Terex brand to join their extensive product lineup. The
appointment of Abdul Latif Jameel as distributor for Saudi Arabia is part of the
ongoing global expansion of MDS, reinforcing its commitment to delivering
innovative and reliable products to customers worldwide while providing
localised support and knowledge. News MDS appoints new Middle East distributor 5
ISSUE 4 2024 | www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com Amal AlMizyen, chief executive
operation officer and Conor Hegarty, general manager. Image Credits: Top-left:
MDS; Top-right and bottom: Canva

Etihad Rail has signed two MoUs valued at US$23bn with Jordan's Ministry of
Transport and local companies to construct, operate, and maintain a mineral
railway network in the country. Etihad Rail confirmed that it has signed an MoU
with Jordan's Ministry of Transport to explore the development and operation of
a 360km railway linking the nation's phosphate and potash mines to the Port of
Aqaba. The project is anticipated to start operations by 2030. News JV to
explore mining in Saudi Arabia Etihad Rail fosters UAE- Jordan relationship
Almasane Alkobra Mining Company (AMAK) has signed a letter of intent with
London-listed Power Metal Resources Plc to form a joint venture aimed at
advancing exploration at a mining site in Saudi Arabia. The partnership will
focus on exploration activities at AMAK's Qatan exploration license in the
southwest region of the kingdom, with the goal of developing an initial mineral
resource estimate for nickel and other related minerals, according to a
regulatory filing by the Saudi-listed company on Tuesday. Under the joint
venture agreement, AMAK will hold a 51% stake, while Power Metal Resources will
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Making BESS more efficient UAE’s non-oil GDP grows by 4% in Q1 2024;
manufacturing to play a major role News Aggreko has launched the Greener
Upgrades line with the addition of two new mid-node battery energy storage
systems. These integrated energy storage solutions cater to North American
customers seeking more sustainable and efficient power options for larger-scale
projects and a broader range of applications, building on the capabilities of
Aggreko’s existing 30 kVA and 60 kVA small-node models. Reinforcing their
commitment to delivering greener, more efficient and cost-effective energy
solutions, Aggreko’s latest offerings are suitable for both on-grid and off-grid
use. These innovations help reduce emissions, energy consumption and costs,
providing customers with a versatile range of mobile, plug-and-play BESS
options, allowing them to tailor their needs. The system is part of the new
Greener Upgrades line. 7 According to the UAE Ministry of Economy, trade
activities make the largest contribution to the non-oil GDP, accounting for
16.1%. Manufacturing activities come in second at 14.6%, with financial and
insurance activities ranking third at a rate of 13.4%. Construction and building
activities contribute 11.8%, followed by the real estate activities with a
contribution of 7.1%. Manufacturin g activities come in second at 14.6%. ISSUE 4
2024 | www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com Image Credits: Top and bottom: Canva

According to Arab Finance, Australian mining companies are keen to invest in
Egypt and are monitoring developments in the sector. Minister of Petroleum and
Mineral Resources Karim Badawi met with Australian Ambassador to Cairo Axel
Wabenhorst to explore ways to strengthen collaboration in the mining sector and
review ongoing cooperation in the oil and gas field, as per a statement. Badawi
highlighted Egypt's efforts to improve the investment climate. GCC countries set
to become steel hubs Egypt is looking to increase FDIs. Egypt and Australia to
cooperate on mining operations Image Credits: Top and bottom: Canva News Vale is
set to begin constructing "mega hubs" for producing low-carbon iron ore products
for the steel industry within the next six to twelve months, the Brazilian
mining giant announced earlier this year. Ludmilla Nascimento, Vale's director
of energy and decarbonisation, stated that potential sites in Brazil, the US,
and the Middle East are currently under consideration for these operations.
Three projects of this type were already announced for Oman, Saudi Arabia and
the United Arab Emirates. Operations in the Middle East will initially be
powered by natural gas. 8 ISSUE 4 2024 | www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com Vale
is also looking at hydrogen for energy.

News Barka Water and Power restores full plant capacity 9 ISSUE 4 2024 |
ww.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com ACWA Power acquired a majority stake in the
plant in 2010. Barka Water and Power Company (BWPC) has successfully restored
its full power plant capacity as of 5 September 2024, marking the completion of
a recovery effort that began after a technical issue in June. In a filing with
the Financial Services Authority (FSA), BWPC, a publicly listed company,
confirmed that its plant is now able to generate 412 MW, significantly
bolstering the nation's energy supply. Despite the technical fault resulting in
financial losses of approximately US$5.72mn, BWPC demonstrated its resilience by
swiftly addressing the issue and ensuring consistent service. The company
extended its appreciation to stakeholders, including Nama Power and Water
Procurement Company, the Authority for Public Services Regulation, the Board of
Directors, shareholders and employees for their continued support throughout the
recovery process. BWPC's achievement is a positive development for Oman's energy
sector. As the country continues to prioritise energy security and
sustainability, the company's contribution to the national grid is increasingly
vital. Barka 1 is the first IWPP developed as part of the privatisation
programme of the Sultanate of Oman. It was also the first dual purpose power
generation and desalination plant 100% owned by international and local
investors.

The company has inaugurated four infrastructure projects in the Northern
Emirates, consisting of three substations and a water pumping station, with a
total investment of approximately US$115mn. In Ajman, a new 132/11kV substation
was constructed at a cost of around US$37mn, while a greenfield 33/11kV
substation was established in the Mohamed Bin Zayed residential area for
approximately US$16.6mn. Two other stations were built in Fujairah and Ras Al
Khaimah. Image Credits: Top-left: ACWA Power; Top-right and bottom: Adobe Stock
A pumping station was constructed in Ras Al Khaimah. News Solar power plant in
Egypt EtihadWE opens four plants in the UAE A Japanese consortium led by
Mitsubishi has been selected to develop a US$96mn 20 MW solar power plant in
Hurghada, according to a report from Al Mal News. The consortium, which was the
sole bidder in the tender, may collaborate with a local company to handle the
design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the plant for two years. The
project, initially expected to begin operations in mid-2019, faced delays since
2016 until the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) agreed to extend a
US$106mn loan to the New and Renewable Energy Authority (NREA). The plant will
generate up to 20 MW of energy. 10 ISSUE 4 2024 |
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