Francis Alfred, managing director of Sobha Realty, spoke to Technical Review Middle East ahead of the companys participation in the MENA Construction 4.0 Forum to be held in Dubai from 24-25 May, on new technologies driving sustainability and circularity in the sector
Buildings
Aesthetic access control: finding the balance
For many decision makers, access control is viewed as an efficient and flexible route to securing their building. (Image source: Consort)
Daniel May of Consort explores the specification process of modern access control systems and why greater collaboration on projects is key in striking a balance between seamless integration and design
Honeywell to open regional manufacturing centre in King Salman Energy Park
Honeywell plays a vital role in supporting and advancing the Kingdom’s industries. (Image source: Honeywell)
Honeywell is set to open an advanced regional manufacturing centre at the King Salman Energy Park (SPARK) -- Saudi Arabia’s new energy industrial zone
Modular construction in the region gets a boost with new AMANA factory in Saudi Arabia
DuBox shifted 85% of construction from its Saudi megaproject sites such as Qiddiya and Red Sea Global’s tourism destinations to its Rabigh factory. (Image source: AMANA)
Leading regional design-build contractor AMANA is consolidating its leadership in modular construction with a new factory in Rabigh, Saudi Arabia
Revolutionising the future of construction
From enhancing productivity to improving safety on sites, digital technologies are shaping the future of the construction industry, says Mohamed Ragheb, chief development officer at Azizi Developments