Site visit: Siemens gas power plant, Germany

The Lausward gas power plant in Düsseldorf is set to be one of the world’s most efficient. As the population in the Middle East continues...

Interview: David Richter, CEO of Hill International

An in-depth chat with Richter six months after he took over from his father. Back in 2003, during a speech to new...

Energising Egypt’s power sector

Renewable energy projects are the need of the hour, experts say. For most residents in the Middle East, the thought of weathering...

Abu Dhabi’s Aldar looks to set the standard on sustainability

Talal Al Dhiyebi on how sustainability is integral to all Aldar projects. Big Project ME speaks with Talal Al Dhiyebi, chief development...

Dubai’s Emaar Properties says India remains a ‘key market’

Dubai developer issues clarification following claim it is close to ending alliance with Indian partner MGF Developments. Emaar Properties says it is...

Dubai’s Emaar Malls reports 37% jump in net profit

Emaar Properties shopping-mall subsidiary records $230m profit for first half of the year. Emaar Malls, the Dubai property giant's malls and retail...

Atkins’ Middle East boss calls for more onsite engagement on safety

Simon Moon says greater education on construction sites is necessary to meet health and safety standards. The Middle East construction industry needs...

Sharjah, Ajman rents drop 3% amid ‘reverse relocation’ to Dubai

Residential properties in Sharjah also struggle to attract buyers, real-estate firm Asteco finds. Sharjah’s property market has been feeling the pinch of “reverse...