Truck safety: Why we need to shift gears on driver training

It’s up to fleet owners and operators to boost standards. When you reside in the Gulf, it’s not uncommon to hear frequent...

Renewable energy: The world needs a big change

We need to prepare clients for the challenges ahead, writes Barny Evans. Our energy systems are in the foothills of a revolution...

Smart city, fast payback?

A series of specific investments will offer more attractive returns. ‘Smart city’ is a vogue term, but it means different things to...

Act quickly to take advantage of Dubai energy efficiency regulations

Great potential for contractors and consultants. Dubai has recovered from the crash of 2008 and has placed itself in the vanguard of...

Bayut.com: Downshift in rental growth in Dubai

Marginal dip in December after rally earlier in year. After an upward rally earlier in 2015, rental values in Dubai took a...

Smart cities a smart solution for Middle East city planners

Regional planners face pressing challenges, writes Philippe Koebel. City planners in the Middle East face a pressing challenge. Their rapidly increasing urban populations...

Damages and delays: What contractors are due when partnerships sour

Craig Gibson of Omnium on what happens when the honeymoon period is over. It starts off with such good intentions: a new...

Bayut.com: Dubai, Abu Dhabi bank on strong rental yields

Dubai yields are higher than in property hotspot London. The real estate sectors of both Dubai and Abu Dhabi remained buoyant in...

The TCO dilemma for fleet owners

Many customers focus on the initial price, rather than total cost of ownership. Several interviews with manufacturers operating in the GCC all seem...