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Message from the CEOHopeful and Bullish
The unprecedented political turmoil in the Middle East
is by and large casting its shadow on the economy. As a result,
businesses across the region are relocating, restructuring and
re-strategizing in an attempt to minimize the risks involved. Political
risk is not new to us living in the Middle East and over 27 years of
Projacs’ existence, we have witnessed similar situations at least twice,
while continuously living in a state of instability for the past 64
years.
Naturally, we are optimists and we look at the overall
scene with a positive outlook and high aspirations. We are confident
that the economy will bounce back again soon irrespective of the new
order that may evolve. Private projects might suffer on the short term
but we have learnt from experience that the economy cannot be held
hostage for so long and we will soon witness a quick turnaround.
Governments and people must work in tandem and
corrective measures at all levels and in all sectors of the economy will
be implemented. Such measures will be fueled not only by governments’
spending on infrastructural and strategic projects but also in way of
reforms to the economy and the business conduct thus injecting
confidence within local business communities and international
investors.
Spreading our wings over more than 18 cities in the
Middle East, we continue to cherish and value our past and with another
chapter of history in the making, we remain hopeful and bullish for a better future.
Luay Khoury
CEO, Projacs International
December 2011
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Middle Eastern construction industry looks at future trends with inaugural BIM conference |
| | Abu Dhabi, December 14, 2011: At a time when building costs and project efficiencies are of paramount concern to the construction industry a consortium of industry professionals have combined their efforts to host the Middle East's inaugural Building Information Modelling (BIM) Conference, which opened today at the CERT Technology Park, Abu Dhabi.
The conference theme is Building Information Modelling - Vision, Strategy & Implementation and will explore the usage of BIM as a vital tool in construction projects where project managers and architects deploy 3D modeling of architectural, structural, mechanical, and other key building systems instead of traditional 2D drawings.
The two-day conference has been organized by the Center for Integrated Facility Engineering (CIFE) of Stanford University, Consolidated Contractors Company (CCC) and Projacs International, in conjunction with the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT). It will investigate how BIM is capable of being utilized in the construction process as more than just a piece of software.
BIM covers geometry, spatial relationships, lighting analysis, geographic information, quantities and properties of building components. It can be used to showcase a building project's entire life cycle, including the process of construction and facility operation.
Conference organizers see the event as an excellent opportunity for engineers, consultants, contractors, architects, owners and operators of construction projects to learn more about this vital industry tool. It will see about 200 delegates from around the Middle East converge on Abu Dhabi to interact and network with fellow professionals while hearing about the latest BIM developments from international speakers, including those from USA, Australia, Hong Kong, Finland and the MENA region.
During the conference there will also be an opportunity for delegates to inspect a variety of exhibitions and be involved in interactive discussions and demonstrations. Participants will receive an attendance certificate from CIFE at Stanford University.Special guests to the conference will include CCC Chairman Said Khoury and H.E. Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister for Higher Education and Scientific Research and Chancellor, Higher Colleges of Technology.
Dr Tayeb Kamali, Vice Chancellor of the Higher Colleges of Technology, said it was a pleasure for the HCT to be working closely with HCT Foundation member CCC and its other partners to present the conference.
Dr Kamali added that the conference theme of Building Information Modelling was of vital importance to maintaining a strong and vibrant construction industry in the UAE.-Ends-About the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT)Founded in 1988 with four colleges, The Higher Colleges of Technology has grown to be the largest of the higher educational institutions in the UAE, gaining a well-respected reputation for innovative learning. More than 19,000 students attend 17 modern men's and women's campuses in the cities of Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, Fujairah and the western region of Madinat Zayed and Ruwais.
HCT offers more than 90 different, English-taught programs in Applied Communications, Business, Education, Engineering Technology, Computer & Information Sciences, General Education and Health Sciences. These programs are all relevant to the UAE's fast growing and evolving economic sectors. All programs are designed in consultation with business and industry leaders to ensure that the skills students learn are job-relevant and to high standards. They are constantly monitored to ensure they are at the cutting edge of industry standards and technological change.
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BIM Conference Success (CIFE - CCC - Projacs - HCT) |
| |  | Center for Integrated Facility Engineering, Stanford University (CIFE), Consolidated Contractors Company (CCC) , Projacs International and Higher Colleges of Technology join hands in organizing the First Annual Conference in the Middle East on Building Information Modeling (BIM), Vision, Strategy and Implementation.
The two-day conference was held 14-15 December, 2011, at CERT Technology Park in Abu Dhabi, under the patronage and presence of His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan - Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, United Arab Emirates Chancellor, Higher Colleges of Technology.
We would like to thank our distinguished guests and speakers for making this event a great success.
Visit CIFE site for further details.
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November 2011
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BIM Conference 14-15 December 2011 |
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December 14, 2011 - December 15, 2011
CIFE, Consolidated Contractors Company (CCC) and Projacs
International are pleased to offer the First Annual Conference in the
Middle East on Building Information Modeling (BIM) - Vision, Strategy and Implementationin Dubai on December 14/15 to inform construction clients, designers,
and builders in the Middle East about the benefits and challenges of
implementing BIM.
The conference packet with more details and registration is available online. |
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September 2011
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Projacs International ranked 11th in 2011 by ENR |
| | In the latest ENR survey of the top 225 construction firms Projacs ranked no 11 for total projects outside the firm’s home country. It also appeared for the second time in the top 20 based on all projects managed by the firm. |
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Rotana Amman Hotel - Jordan |
| | The Emirates Tourism Investment Company project, managed by NES,is a five star facility located in the new downtown development of the Abdali district in Amman. The project contains restaurants, gym and
spa, with a total room count of 425 varying between single rooms,
double rooms, studios and royal suites. A Pool Deck is located on the
7th Floor above a great feature structure identified
as "The Lantern” and represents a distinguished architectural element
of the Project.
The project is designed by M/s
Architectural studio (AS) from France who has formed consortium with the
specialized designer for building systems, envelops and structural
elements and with a local consultant for supervision
in Jordan. |
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New Kabul City |
| | Projacs International has secured a
new contract with Client Ernst & Young for cost consultancy services
for the mixed use project in Kabul.
Due to be completed this year, the New Kabul City project will span across 290 square miles at the foothills of the majestic Safi Mountains. |
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Employee Log-Service List Sept 2011 |
| | This list includes the Employee long-service listings
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May 2011
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Projacs named "Leading Project Management Company of the Year" 2011 |
| |  | Projacs International, has been named the "Leading Project Management Company of the Year" at the Arab Achievement Awards held at the 2nd Annual Arab Investment Summit in Abu Dhabi on May 23rd and 24th 2011.
The Annual Arab Investment Summit offered an excellent networking platform for Arab Investors, Financiers, and Government Officials to discuss and expand local and cross-border trade and investment opportunities and build new business partnerships, with a special focus on strengthening relationships among Arab countries.
The awards, which are presented in a number of categories, recognize the excellence of top-tier regional companies and institutions in diverse sectors as well as innovative projects and transactions originated by companies and which have had a positive impact on the development and enhancement of the Arab region. Judged by a panel of prominent property developers and equity financiers from across the Middle East, the Arab Achievements Awards were presented in recognition of companies with projects that have shown outstanding performance and made exemplary contributions to the region's development.
The award was in recognition of the Renovation of Cataract Hotel in Aswan, Egypt which also scooped another award as "Best Hotel Renovation Project". Receiving the awards at the Ceremony was Ahmed Osman, Vice President / Area Manager - Egypt & Sudan and Mr. Adel Wali, Vice President for Technical Affairs from the client "EGOTH". |
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April 2011
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Provision of Procurement Services for SCH |
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Projacs Qatar has
been awarded a new project by the Supreme Council of Health (SCH) –
Ministry of Health. Projacs will act, within the scope of this new
project, as Procurement & Contracts Manager. The Services is limited
to Contracts, however it represents a breakthrough within the SCH, as
it opens the door for future expected opportunities within the sector. |
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Fox Hills, Zone J Development Project - Lusail Qatar (Project Managed by Projacs Kuwait) |
| | Fox Hills - Located
as the centerpiece of Lusail City and spanning over 1.6 million square
meters (17.2 million square feet), it will have commercial, residential
and civic facilities and amenities inspired by Qatari Heritage and
drawing on European influence. It will contain four to seven storey
buildings with over 1.8 million square feet (167 thousand square meters)
of office space that will blend harmoniously with residential areas.
Projacs is managing the Pre-design services of USD 500 Million project.
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Abyat Center Development & Refurbish, Kuwait |
| | ABYAT Megastores Co. Project Plan of the next years in general is consists of the following:
Kuwait Branch – Monitoring, controlling and managing
the implementation of remodeling plan for the existing showroom which
includes also the extension of the furniture showroom area.
- Al Dammam Branch – Coordination works with Projacs
Bahrain (CM) to construct the new building of ABYAT Megastores –
Dhahran.
- Al Riyadh Branch – Coordination works and
representative in Designing progress of ABYAT Megastores – Al Riyadh.
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NBK, New HQ Parking Structure (Municipal Car Park), Kuwait |
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Multi-storey
car park of two basements, ground floor, 4 typical floors and roof
floor making a total of 8 levels for car parking located at Sharq, Jaber
Al Mubarak Street. Total Built Area is 39,643.27 m2 and the parking
capacity is 1,113 cars. The project owned by Al Shaab National Real
Estate Co. (A subsidiary of National Bank of Kuwait). The project will
complete in December 2012.
The project scope is divided into two work packages:
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Bid Pack No.1: Enabling works including shoring, dewatering, excavation
and maintenance of the dewatering system (under progress).
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Bid Pack No.2: Construction, Completion and maintenance of the project for 2 years (Tender stage).
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Technical Support Services for CANAR, Kuwait |
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The
Integrated Security System for All KOC Facilities Project was awarded
by Kuwait Oil Company (K.S.C) to Samsung SDS. Co. LTD. on 30th March
2010. CANAR Trading & Contracting Company was Subcontracted the
Design-Build Civil Works of the mentioned project.
Projacs have been requested to support CANAR and
provide technical services to manage the Design Build Contract by
January 2011. The Project scope is to build a complete integrated
security system for all the present KOC facilities (96 sites) by
building fences around the perimeter of KOC sites with necessary guard
houses and security equipment buildings then monitor and control them
through dedicated asset security centers (4 centers) constructed in
cardinal directions in Kuwait. These Security Centers are distributed as
follows, one in the South East Kuwait, one in the North of Kuwait and
one in the West of Kuwait, as well as Main KOC Security Center in the
South East. |
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February 2011
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Projacs Jordan in The Iraq Housing Development Summit |
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Projacs Jordan has participated as exhibitor in The Iraq Housing Development Summit held I Amman from 28 November to 1 December 2010, Le Meridien Amman. With Iraq is fighting a serious housing crisis brought about by the lack of development and large-scale destruction in this sector over the past 30 years. The summit is a high-level strategic summit that brought together ministers, government bodies and senior executives from foreign private development companies to meet housing development service providers and suppliers to discuss strategies and opportunities for growth in the booming Iraqi housing development market With 3 million homes required in 5 years, the opportunity for investors and developers alike is immense. |
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Tozuer Desert Oasis, Tunisia |
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The project Commencement Date will be 10 January 2011, with a projected completion Date of 9 July 2014 The project covers a plot of land of 500,000 sqm of land in Tozeur it intends to create a touristic destination that will attract local and international tourists throughout the year. The Development will be anchored with distinctive 5 star Saharan resort and supported with retail and entertainment facilities. The resort will offer the Arabian nights experience inspired by the nomadic life of the North American Sahara, and offering haven to those who seek tranquility and peace of mind in the vast African desert. |
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Al-Fanateer Mega Mall, Jubail - KSA |
| | Al-Fanateer Mega Mall, Jubail Projacs Khobar was awarded a new contract to manage the tendering and construction phases of Al-Fanateer Mega Mall. The client is Al Mutlaq Group and the project is located in the eastern city of Al-Jubail in Saudi Arabia, it has a total built up area of 50,000 SQM with a total construction value of SAR 110,000,000, it is composed of a basement, ground floor, first floor and roof top. The middle atrium is covered with a 6000 sqm tent. The total project duration is 14 months. |
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Porto Cairo, Egypt |
| | Projacs Egypt has been awarded a new project in the first settlement in new Cairo. The project, named Porto Cairo, covers a total land area of 38,000 m2 on Cairo’s Ring Road. The Project consists of three main elements namely a Shopping Mall, two outdoor Piazzas and an 80 suite hotel. |
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Porto Tartous, Syria |
| | Projacs have been awarded a new project for Egypt’s Amer Group. The project is named Porto Tartous, it is located in Tartous in Syria. The project is a mixed-use development in the coastal zone of Tartous. The project is composed of three main elements; Atlantis, Porto Mall, and Porto Village. The project includes an iconic high rise building along the west gate of Tartous, a medium-rise lodging facility that matches the local heritage architecture equipped with all state-of-art amenities. The complex comprises Atlantis Tower for residential use and Ancillary with parking facility, shopping mall, and cinemas. Adjacent to the towers there is a residential- commercial mixed-use low-rise village with all recreational, food and beverage facilities. The design and tender management phase will be handled by Projacs Egypt and the construction will be handled by Projacs Syria. |
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December 2010
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National Bank of Egypt – New Branches |
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Projacs Egypt has been awarded a contract with the National Bank of Egypt (NBE) to roll-out 20 New branches over the next 16 months. The branches are located in New Cairo, Maadi, Heliopolis and Nasr City.
NBE have completed a complete Corporate identity revamp and have assigned Projacs to manage this ambitious program to the highest international standards. It is worth mentioning that NBE is the oldest commercial bank in Egypt and was established in 1898 and is the leading state owned bank in Egypt.
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November 2010
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Construction of NBK Branch in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia |
| | Recently awarded for Project/Construction Management services, the National Bank of Kuwait project is part of the Projacs Commercial Development protfolio with cconstruction value of US$ 1,500,000. The project is due for completion in June 2011. |
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KREIC Residential Tower Bneid Al Gar, Kuwait (Completed) |
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Barwa and Qatari Diar Research Institute (BQDRI), and Projacs International, the pioneer Arab company, specialized in Project/Construction Management & Training fields, announced their signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for building strong cooperation and partnership which aim to support the implementation of sustainability practices through adopting the Qatar Sustainability Assessment System (QSAS).
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Al Areen Homes, Bahrain (Completed) |
| | Projacs has completed Al Areen Homes for the Abu Dhabi Investment House, a Residential Development located in Al Areen, Bahrain. The scope services included Design / Construction Management at a construction value of USD 11,000,000. The project was completed June 2010. The total Built Up area is approximate 14,000 sqm. The project comprises a wide variety of deluxe two-storied villas which are offered in different sizes and floor plans – all reflecting a luxurious lifestyle that complements the serenity of the desert and the natural beauty surrounding the project |
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