Features

Volvo pipelayers

Italian contractor Ghizzoni S.p.A puts Volvo’s new pipelayers to the test ahead of the launch of the product in the Middle East....

Event Insider: Cityscape Abu Dhabi

How are preparations going for this year’s event? It’s a busy time, especially as we’ve just taken over the existing real estate...

Building on reputation

Ahead of its official launch this month, president of the American Institute of Architects Middle East, Thierry Paret, talks to The Big...

Top Marks

Sammon Group construction director Austin Duffy reveals how the family-run Irish company is meeting Abu Dhabi Education Council’s vision to deliver schools...

High and dry

Saint-Gobain managing director Craig Chambers reveals the company’s strategy to develop dry-lining solutions and expand its product portfolio. Since the firm’s first...

Sealing the deal

Despite issues surrounding quality assurance, cash flow and the environmental impact of adhesives, the regional industry is poised for strong growth over...

Wise Words

Having recently joined Abu Dhabi-based Kohn Perdersen Fox (KPF) architecture firm, Steven Miller reveals the firm’s expansion plans and how he intends...

The jewel in Abu Dhabi’s crown

British designer Kevin Dean has illustrated books, walls and restaurants. Here he tells Melanie Mingas about one of his biggest design projects;...

An Italian Job

Italian manufacturer of sealants and adhesives, IBS-Mapei, says a lack of industry standards is undermining consumer confidence. Since establishing in the region...