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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 MINExpo
International 2024 Construction Digitalisation 13 Construction machinery is
getting advanced, with automation and AI playing a major role Safety 17
WakeCap’s latest tech increases safety at construction sites Technology 3D
printing 21 Barco provides advice on securing your control room Data Centres 23
Increasing the global demand for data centres and making them more sustainable
through Johnson Control’s latest solutions Sustainability Green materials 27
Green cement is helping the construction industry to become more eco-friendly
Water Industry developments 49 The latest product advancements for the
construction and power industry Contents in this issue... Annual Construction
Review 2024 2 Annual Construction Review 2024 |
www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com Conservation 41 A Veolia survey has found that
UAE residents are willing to recycle both industrial and drinking water Survey
43 Egypt’s newest water treatment plant has been recognised by Guinness World
Records for its efficiency Innovations

Jafza and Eaton partner for advanced manufacturing Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza)
and Eaton have signed an agreement to build a new sustainable campus. It aims to
boost Dubai's capabilities in the advanced manufacturing of electrical and
electronic components to serve industries including data centres, buildings, and
solar energy. The construction of the 153,000 sqm facility will begin in 2025
and is expected to be completed in 2026. It will include a state-of- the-art R&D
centre dedicated to sustainable manufacturing, power management, machine
learning, AI, and other related fields. The project will create approximately
700 jobs. The campus will leverage sustainable technology and demonstrate how
commercial and industrial buildings can play an important role in the energy
transition. The manufacturing centre will be fully digitally enabled, using
automation, analytics, and advanced robotics to enhance production processes. It
will set a benchmark for sustainable buildings and advanced manufacturing in the
region. Speaking at the signing ceremony, H.E. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem,
chairman and CEO of DP World said, “This strategic partnership with Eaton is a
significant advancement in our efforts to develop smart manufacturing facilities
in Jafza, directly supporting Dubai's D33 strategy. Once fully operational, the
plant is expected to generate a substantial impact on the UAE’s economy,
contribute towards the transition to sustainable energy and provide valuable
opportunities for young Emiratis.” The agreement signing ceremony. 3 Annual
Construction Review 2024 | www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com News Image Credits:
Jafza (top left); DAMAC Group (top right); ABB (bottom)

News ABB and Cleanwatts Digital partner for energy management ABB and Cleanwatts
Digital have signed a memorandum of understanding to build enhanced energy
management and efficiency technologies for communities and buildings. The two
companies will offer a unified and scalable solution to harmonise renewable
generation, storage, and energy-efficient operations. Benefits will include
lower energy costs through optimised consumption of self- produced renewable
energy, reduced electricity connection charges and enhanced efficiency and
performance of renewable equipment including energy storage. DAMAC Group has
announced a significant increase in its investment in the Artificial
Intelligence (AI) sector, with the aim of further enhancing its role in
advancing foundational AI models and infrastructure. “As a forward-thinking
organisation, we recognise the transformative potential of AI in shaping the
future," said Hussain Sajwani, founder and chairman of DAMAC Group. "Our
increased investment in AI reflects our commitment to supporting the development
of groundbreaking technologies that can drive progress and create new
opportunities across various sectors.” Boosting AI investment The partnership
will bring big benefits. 4 Annual Construction Review 2024 |
www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com DAMAC Group will increase its investment in
AI.

ACWA Power received the Secretary General of the United Nations, António
Guterres, along with Jurabek Mirzamahmudov, Minister of Energy of Uzbekistan,
and Yousef Saleh Algahrah Al-Otaibi, Saudi Arabian Ambassador, at the Tashkent
Riverside project site recently. The distinguished guests visited the 200 MW PV
installation and 500 MWh battery energy storage (BESS) facility located at
Tashkent Riverside. During the visit, the delegates were provided with insights
into the innovative technologies and sustainable energy solutions implemented at
the Tashkent Riverside facility. This greenfield development incorporates solar
and BESS components to lend stability to the Uzbek power grid, which, until now,
has relied on energy from conventional sources. According to project proponents,
this will be the largest BESS in Central Asia. “This landmark project sets a
precedent for renewable energy initiatives in Uzbekistan and Central Asia. By
harnessing solar power and innovative battery storage technology, we are
contributing to the country's transition towards a more sustainable and
resilient future,” said Marco Arcelli, chief executive officer of ACWA Power,
while expressing his enthusiasm in welcoming the delegates. News UN Secretary
General visits PV and BESS facility at Tashkent 5 Annual Construction Review
2024 | www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com Delegates were given insights into the
unique facility. Image Credits: ACWA (top); Masdar (side); Adobe Stock (bottom)

Honeywell launched Connected Power to help monitor, manage and automate
buildings' power usage at the plug level. It can identify where energy is being
used – and wasted – across North America. “With Connected Power, Honeywell is
empowering building decision makers to address the invisible energy waste at the
device level,” said Billal Hammoud, president and CEO of Honeywell Building
Automation. The product ensures energy is only used when it is really needed.
News Multi-phased gH2 project in Egypt Honeywell unveils sustainable solution
for power usage bp has entered into a joint development agreement with an
established consortium of Masdar, Hassan Allam Utilities and Infinity Power to
explore green hydrogen development in Egypt. “Over the decades, we have been a
key supplier of energy in Egypt, consistently working to meet its increasing
energy demands while supporting its endeavors for a more sustainable energy
future. The diverse experiences of partners in energy projects present a great
opportunity for regional cooperation and accessing global markets, fundamentally
supporting Egypt's energy transition plans,” said Nader Zaki, bp's regional
president for the Middle East and North Africa. bp will be the lead developer
and operator of the plant. 6 Annual Construction Review 2024 |
www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com

DP World, Zhejiang to solidify port logistics between China and Dubai Toshiba
installs multiple GITs in Makkah News DP World and Zhejiang Seaport Group have
announced a new partnership to establish a comprehensive strategic cooperation
with an objective of strengthening port logistics and shipping routes between
Jebel Ali Port in Dubai and Ningbo-Zhoushan Port in China. Abdulla Bin Damithan,
CEO and managing director of DP World GCC, commented, “We are pleased to sign
this agreement with Zhejiang Seaport Group. This strategic collaboration aligns
with our vision of expanding our presence in China and working with likeminded
partners to strengthen trade routes and accelerate the green energy transition.
“China is the UAE’s largest trading partner and we are committed to supporting
the Belt and Road Initiative through this and other ventures.” The collaboration
will be targeting shipping companies to establish additional maritime routes. 7
Toshiba Energy Systems and Solutions Corporation has installed and activated
seven gas insulated transformers in the Haram 2 and Haram 3 substations serving
Makkah, Saudi Arabia for an especially safe and reliable power supply.
Commissioned by Saudi Electricity Company, the project will replace
oil-insulated transformers with seven GITs for 110kV-class substations. This
marks the company’s first order for the Gulf States. It was valued at US$140bn
in 2022 Middle East and Africa Smart City Market Size Source: Pristine
Intelligence Annual Construction Review 2024 | www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com
Image Credits: Toshiba (top); DP World (bottom)

The United States Green Building Council (USGBC) was awarded a Gold rating to
the Business Bay 05 district cooling plant, owned and operated by Emirates
Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower), the world's largest district
cooling services provider. This recognition for the Business Bay 05 district
cooling plant is a result of the successful adherence to the Leadership in
Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards set by the US Green Building
Council. Collaboration to achieve Saudi’s National Tourism Strategy Empower
leads in green building norms. USGBC awards LEED Gold to Empower Image Credits:
Canva News ROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia’s leading multi-asset class real estate
developer and PIF-owned giga-project, has signed an MoU with the Ministry of
Tourism that will aim to support the realisation of the Kingdom’s National
Tourism Strategy and the achieving of targets including welcoming 150 million
tourists and generating one million tourism- related jobs by 2030. The
collaboration includes a comprehensive framework to support the development of
tourism capabilities and infrastructure across Saudi Arabia, promoting quality
of life for both Saudi nationals and visitors from abroad. 8 Annual Construction
Review 2024 | www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com The partnership will advance the
Kingdom’s tourism industry.

News Egypt’s FDI accelerates construction activity 9 Annual Construction Review
2024 | www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com Egypt is the third largest project
market in the MENA region. As the largest project market in Africa and the third
largest in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), the construction industry in
Egypt is slated for consistent value growth until the end of the decade,
according to JLL’s latest Egypt Construction Market Intelligence Report. Based
on insights gathered from industry sources and experts, the report affirms that
despite prevailing national and global economic challenges, Egypt holds a share
of US$515bn (12%) of the total pipeline value of unawarded projects in the wider
MENA region, which is projected to reach US$3.9tn. Taking up the third position
in the MENA after Saudi Arabia and the UAE, Egypt’s residential projects make up
around US$36bn of this share while mixed-use projects in the country account for
US$115bn. Egypt’s government has been accelerating efforts to address
macroeconomic pressures to stabilise both market volatility and devaluation of
the local currency, stated the JLL report. Ahead of the currency liberation,
Egypt secured its largest-ever Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) deal, injecting
US$24bn into the market and offsetting US$11bn of debt through a local currency
payout for the Ras El Hekma deal with the UAE. These financial injections are
expected to ease the country’s economic burdens and position Egypt as an
appealing destination for future investments, said the report.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2024
global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand. “Air
cargo demand moved sharply upwards in May across all regions. The sector
benefitted from trade growth, booming e-commerce and capacity constraints on
maritime shipping,” said IATA director general, Willie Walsh. “The outlook
remains largely positive with purchasing managers showing expectations for
future growth.” Image Credits: Canva Airline loading cargo. News Implementing
AI-ready data centres IATA data shows continuing strong air cargo demand in May
Cisco’s research has revealed that networks are increasingly becoming an
integral part of successful business strategies. According to Cisco’s 2024
Global Networking Trends report, more advanced network environments are linked
to better results. More than 2,000 IT leaders and professionals who were
surveyed agreed that a network investment leads to a clear uptick in every key
business metric – from customer and employee satisfaction to operational
efficiency and business growth. Three overarching themes that dominate the
sector include a network management platform, AI and secure networking. A data
centre. 10 Annual Construction Review 2024 | www.technicalreviewmiddleeast.com











































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