1. Monthly Construction news, tenders, project focus, and forthcoming exhibitions in Qatar
Issue No.114 - January 2017
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Kahramaa achieves a great
leap in customer services
The unified call center of Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) has
accomplished a great improvement in its customer services, according to a release.
The center acts as a link between Kahramaa and customers to reply to all inquiries, com-
plaints and requests around the clock.
The unified call center 991 has been upgraded to provide all customer services around a
clock, according to Kahramaa.
“All customer service programs are unified to expedite services and respond to customer
inquiries and complaints on the spot,” says a Kahramaa spokesman.
“There are also other new communication channels including Kahramaa App for smart
phones, e-mails and Kahramaa website,” explains the spokesman.
The unified call center is equipped with the latest technology. The IVR provides various
services to customers around the clock without waiting for the call center agent (e.g. bill
payment and inquiries of interruption locations).
“The center seeks to ensure integrity and harmony with Kahramaa smart services as it
provides support to smart services users via Kahramaa App and website,” says the spokes-
man.
The call center consists of three main
units: the call center itself; support;
and quality & training. The center em-
ploys 19 trained Qatari employees.
They work as agents, team leaders
and supervisors.
The center receives around 1,000
– 1,500 calls daily (the number var-
ies according to peak and off peak),
7,500 – 8,000 calls weekly and
35,000 – 40,000 monthly.
“The unified call center has achieved
an integrated jump towards excel-
lence in service delivery in terms of
content and quality standards,” the
spokesman points out. “It measures
customer satisfaction through sur-
veys.”
All calls are recorded and monitored
to ensure service quality. The center
holds studies in co-operation with oth-
er departments and sections for the
improvement of laws and regulations.
It also approves mechanisms to en-
sure continual communication with
customers and build a unified custom-
er service culture.
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Doha conference discusses stormwater
and drainage infrastructure projects
T
he third annual Future Drainage & Stormwater Net-
works Qatar, held at City Center Rotana Hotel Doha,
brought together government authorities, consultants
and contractors working in the state’s stormwater and
drainage infrastructure projects, including Ashghal’s local
roads and drainage program (LRDP).
It provided a platform to discuss the progress and future oppor-
tunities arising from the implementation of Qatar’s drainage,
sewage and stormwater networks masterplan.
Organized by the Advanced Conferences & Meetings (ACM),
the conference started with the opening remarks of the chair-
man Dr Anna Grichting Solder from Qatar University. It was fol-
lowed by several presentations.
Among them were: “2017 Upcoming Project: Mesaimeer Pump-
ing Station and Outfall Project” by Tim Kelly from Ashghal and
Mike Hall from CDM Smith; “Drainage and stormwater man-
agement into the future” by Sam Murdock from Byrne Lobby
partners; “The idea of sustainable storm water management
solutions” by Andreas Amft from Enregis; “Sustainable Drain-
age: Designing landscapes with TSE and Storm Water” by DrAn-
na Grichting Solder from Qatar University; “Performance of
arch shaped geocellular structures designed for soil structure
interaction” by Vivek Sharma from Stormtech; and “Sustain-
able urban drainage systems (SUDS) management practices
and facilities” by Francois-Xavier Basselot from Atkins.
Informative panel discussions were held on the development
of the projects across the country from each consultant. There
were case studies on environmentally-green drainage and
storm water systems in Education City and on utilizing next
generation technology to pinpoint salt water infiltration.
The first day of the conference provided a perfect platform
for participants to build relations, exchange ideas and seize
business opportunities throughout the ACMi+ interface that al-
lowed for many networking breaks which created a dynamic,
efficient and learning environment.
The conference was held with the participation of Enregis,
Eco, StormTech, WT Burden, Advances Pipes & Casts Co, Elec-
troscan Inc, WaterMaster, HWM, Polypipe, Action and Govind
Steel Company.
The conference hosted speakers from the Public Works Au-
thority (Ashghal), Abu Dhabi Municipality, Bennett Jones, Wa-
termaster, Faithful+Gould, Arab Engineering Bureau and MWH,
now part of Stantec.
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Five megatrends that are
transforming the Middle East
Five megatrends that are
transforming the Middle East
PwC’s first-ever regional megatrends report explores the profound changes that are disrupting
and reshaping the region’s economies, society and industries
ANALYSIS
lah Economic City in Saudi Arabia and plans
for a new capital city East of Cairo. This, PwC
says, reflects the $4 trillion opportunity of
projects planned or under construction in
the Mena region.
• Climate change and resource scarcity
is today more than ever, a pressing issue
for the Middle East. And changing the way
humans use the planet’s resources will im-
pact GCC countries more than most, given
that GCC countries are among the world’s
highest consumers of energy and water per
capita. Water in particular, will become a
significant challenge in the coming decade,
with the GCC already relying on desalination
for 70% of its water and water consumption
being forecast to grow by one-third by 2020.
• Technological breakthroughs, however,
could be part of the answer to these issues,
but the disruption that digitalization is bring-
ing to today’s organizations also requires
new skills that are in short supply in the Mid-
dle East. The Middle East has many of the
right ingredients to benefit from new tech-
nologies, with young, tech-savvy populations
in countries like Saudi Arabia ranking fourth
globally in active Twitter usage, and the UAE
reaching 78% smartphone penetration.
However, most companies and government
entities are struggling to develop digital
strategies and are lagging in terms of digi-
tal innovation, R&D and the development of
new technologies. R&D expenditure in Saudi
Arabia and the UAE for example, is still be-
low 1% of GDP – well behind European aver-
ages and far behind the world’s biggest R&D
spenders such as South Korea.
Commenting on the release of the report,
Hani Ashkar, PwC Territory senior partner,
Middle East, said: “This seminal report
comes at a very important time as our region
finds itself in flux. The Middle East today
is at the epicenter of megatrends that are
reshaping our world; our ‘new normal’ era
of low oil price and squeezed liquidity has
therefore created the impetus for urgent ac-
tion and that is something we wish to come
through loud and clear in this report.”
He added: “While it is true that the urgency
of the transformation currently underway is
a reaction to the sharp drop in oil revenues,
the direction of change – and its complexity
– is an inevitable response to these multiple
global forces. By helping our partners in the
government and private sectors alike under-
stand this broader context, we can ensure
they are armed with all the tools necessary
to make this transformation a success.”
Meanwhile, Stephen Anderson, Middle
East Clients and Markets Leader noted:
“Governments know they need to cut sub-
sidies, expand their fiscal base and bring
private investment and corporate practices
into state entities. But they also know they
need to keep building infrastructure and
enable technology and innovation. Govern-
ments and businesses alike can translate
an understanding of these megatrends into
practical guidelines for future strategy and
through this report’s insights, we hope to en-
able them to do just that.”
Anderson said: “From transportation to en-
ergy, healthcare to manufacturing, changes
of this magnitude can unveil unforeseen
threats and challenges. By fostering a deep
understanding of the undercurrents shap-
ing society and businesses in the Middle
East, PwC supports its partners in the gov-
ernment and the private sectors to manage
these changes and seize all opportunities
that arise.”
D
emographic and social change,
shift in global economic power,
rapid urbanization, climate change
and resource scarcity and techno-
logical breakthroughs will dictate and shape
the region’s future, says a new report.
PwC, one of the world’s largest professional
services firms in the region, has launched
its first-ever regional megatrends report en-
titled Middle East Megatrends: Transforming
our region.
The report explores the profound changes
that are disrupting and reshaping the re-
gion’s economies, society and industries,
compounded by the urgency caused by the
sharp drop in oil prices.
The report’s insights, a result of conversa-
tions between PwC and its clients across the
region and beyond, have been distilled down
into five global shifts or megatrends that the
firm says are already having a major impact
on the Middle East, and whose impact, it be-
lieves, will continue to be felt over the com-
ing decades.
The report aims to foster a debate amongst
thought leaders, businesses and govern-
ments in the region about how these mega-
trends are reshaping the economic and com-
mercial landscape in the Middle East and
guide discussions on what can be done to
successfully navigate these transformative
changes in the years to come.
According to PwC, understanding these key
structural megatrends is vital to gain a clear
and collective understanding for how to suc-
cessfully tackle the challenges the Middle
East faces and to uncover opportunities that
may have never been considered in the past:
• Demographic and social change has
driven both prosperity and instability in
much of the region as explosive population
growth has boosted economies, strained
resources and raised the specter of youth
unemployment. The Middle East has led the
emerging market population boom in the
past decade. This means that the region
is young, with 40% of its people under 25;
but it is also a region with one of the high-
est youth unemployment rates in the world,
standing at 28%.
Population in the Middle East is expected to
rise by almost 50% over the next 25 years
– at a rate faster than that of India; how-
ever, its age pyramid will shift by 2050, with
far more elderly nationals in the GCC (20%)
than the expected world average (16%). Le-
veraging young people’s brain power and
capabilities has therefore become vital for
economic prosperity.
• Shift in global economic power has
placed the Middle East firmly in the middle
of the world’s fastest-growing markets and
allowed Dubai in particular, to turn itself into
a global hub for aviation, tourism and logis-
tics. Through Dubai International Airport, the
city has also turned itself into a key link, con-
necting the economies of the East and the
West and placing the UAE within a four-hour
flight of 40% of the world’s population.
• Rapid urbanization is transforming na-
tions worldwide, yet the Middle East region
remains one of the most highly urbanized
in the world. And with new cities under
construction, this level continues to rise –
making it a struggle to develop sufficient
infrastructure to cope with this population
explosion.
However, the years of sky-rocketing popula-
tion expansion are now almost behind us,
with focus shifts today making urban spaces
function optimally, as evidenced by the pub-
lic transport build-up in Dubai, or in the de-
velopment of new cities such as King Abdul-
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viduals include the right to consent to any
processing of their personal data, and to
withdraw consent at any time. An individual
will also have a right to review any personal
data being stored in relation to him or her,
and to ask for it to be corrected where it is
inaccurate.
• Data processors - obligations to safe-
guard personal data and to process it under
certain restrictions are imposed on compa-
nies which process personal data.
• Sensitive personal data - certain types of
personal data are subject to tighter restric-
tions. Sensitive personal information such
as data relating to race, health, religious be-
liefs, relationships and criminal records may
only be processed with the permission of the
relevant unit of the Ministry of Transport and
Communications (MOTC).
• Safeguarding children - information re-
lated to children is also subject to specific
restrictions, including restrictions aimed at
the owners and operators of websites which
are directed at children. For example, such
websites will be required to obtain the con-
sent of the child’s parent or guardian before
any personal data may be processed.
• “Spam” - communications made electroni-
cally (including by wired or wireless commu-
nications) are also prohibited under the new
law, where their purpose is unsolicited direct
marketing.
High financial penalties will be imposed for
breach of the Data Protection Law. For ex-
ample, fines of up to QR1 million may be
levied for breach of the ban on unsolicited
electronic “spam”.
New immigration law
Perhaps the most widely publicised develop-
ment in Qatar in 2016 was the repeal of Law
No. 4 of 2009 (Old Immigration Law) and the
enactment of Law No. 21 of 2015, regulating
Decentralised tender committees
The old provisions establishing a centralised
tender committee, together with individual
committees for some specific entities, have
been replaced.
The New Law abolishes both the Central Ten-
ders Committee and the Local Tenders Com-
mittee and now requires, as a general rule,
each government entity to have its own ten-
der committee. These new bodies are termed
‘Tenders and Auctions Committees’ (Tender
and Auction Committee) and will be made up
of staff from the bodies they represent.
Dispute resolution committees
A new disputes resolution board has also
been introduced with the introduction of a
“Disputes Resolution Committee”. This com-
mittee will hear, on an urgent basis, any ad-
ministrative disputes arising before the sign-
ing of a contract and there will be a right to
appeal to the Court of Appeal.
The previous process required the commit-
tee that awarded the tender to also rule on
disputes with a right of appeal to the Min-
ister of Finance. This amendment should
therefore provide greater certainty to entities
submitting tenders.
Data protection law
Qatar became the first GCC state to issue
a generally applicable data protection law
which requires a minimum level of protection
for personal data. Law No. 13 of 2016 Con-
cerning Personal Data Protection (the Data
Protection Law) was issued on 3 November
2016 and is expected to come into effect on
3 May 2017 (unless this period is extended).
The Data Protection Law is designed to ad-
dress concerns of individuals on the avail-
ability and security of their personal informa-
tion through technology.
Some of the key points from the new law are:
• Individual rights - the rights given to indi-
the entry, exit and residence of expatriates
in Qatar (New Immigration Law) which came
into force on 13 December 2016.
While the practical application of the New
Immigration will become clearer over the
next few months, we set out below two of the
major changes in the New Immigration Law:
Exit permits
While expatriates will still require exit per-
mits to leave the country, the New Immigra-
tion establishes an Exit Permit Grievances
Committee, which an employee can appeal
to in the event that their request for an exit
permit is rejected by their employer.
A decision on the employee’s exit permit re-
quest will be made by the Exit Permit Griev-
ances Committee will be made within 72
hours of receipt, following the completion of
a background check and a discussion with
the applicant’s employer.
We understand that unless an employee is
wanted in connection to any active criminal
proceedings or owes a debt in Qatar, the Exit
Permit Grievances Committee is likely to ap-
prove exit permit requests.
Changing jobs
Under the New Immigration Law, expatriates
no longer require an “no-objection certifi-
cate” to transfer jobs in Qatar, provided they
have:
a. Completed the length of their fixed term
contract; or
b. In the event the employee is on an open-
ended contract, completed five years of ser-
vice.
Possible future changes to foreign cap-
ital investment
On 19 October 2016, a draft law allowing
non-Qataris to invest up to 100% of project
capital in all sectors of the economy was ap-
proved by the Cabinet.
This new law, if enacted, would replace Law
No 13 of 2000 concerning Foreign Capital
Investment in Economic Activities. The cur-
rent law limits foreign investment in a Qatari
Company to 49% with limited exceptions al-
lowing 100% foreign ownership in certain
sectors including agriculture, education and
tourism with Ministerial approval. At present
foreign investment is not possible in certain
sectors such as banking and insurance.
It remains to be seen if the draft law will
be enacted (approved by the Emir and pub-
lished in the Official Gazette). However it is
possible this could occur sometime in 2017.
*Should you have any legal queries in relation to
this article, please contact Laura Warren or Cate
Wright (author) at laura.warren@clydeco.com /
cate.wright@clydeco.com
T
he year 2016 has been a year of sig-
nificant legal developments in Qatar
with particular emphasis on the ar-
eas of Employment, Data Protection
and Government Procurement. We discuss
below some of the key changes to the law in
Qatar in 2016.
Changes to the Tenders Law
On 13 June 2016, the new government ten-
ders law entitled “Law Number 24 of 2015
– Promulgating the Law Regulating Tenders
and Bids” (New Law) came into force, replac-
ing Law Number 26 of 2005 of the same
name (Old Law). The Executive Regulations
of the New Law were also issued on 29 June
2016 (Regulation).
The underlying themes of the New Law are
decentralisation, transparency and fairness
and while a large portion of the New Law
is identical to the Old Law, there are also
important differences which should have a
significant impact on the government tender
process. Some of the main differences are:
Reformed categories of tenders
The categories of tenders have been re-
vamped, doubling from three to six and
depends on the type of work desired by a
government entity and the surrounding cir-
cumstances. These categories are:
1. General tender: A “general tender” fol-
lows the normal rules in the New Law with-
out any special requirements. A tender will
be awarded under this process to the lowest
bid.
2. Two-stage tender: A “two-stage tender” is
required for technical projects where a tech-
nical specification is prepared by the tender-
ers, together with a tender as to price.
3. Restricted tender: A “restricted tender”
is only open to tenders named in lists of ap-
proved suppliers produced by each relevant
governmental entity.
4. Contract by way of practice: A “contract
by way of practice” (ie custom) may be used
in “urgent” cases where there is insufficient
time to use the general tender process due
to the works being required urgently or their
integrity being at risk due to delay. In such
cases, a choice may be made from at least
three contractors who can complete the
works in accordance with the Regulation.
5. Contract by way of competition: A “con-
tract by way of competition” can be conclud-
ed where a design, plan or model is required.
6. Direct agreement: A contract may be con-
cluded by “direct agreement” in “emergency
cases”. An emergency case is defined as sit-
uations where there is an unforeseen threat
to safety or security that would imminently
cause human casualties, property damage
or pollution. In such cases, the governmental
entity can simply choose their preferred con-
tractor for the works.
LEGAL
A year of significant
legal developments in Qatar
A year of significant
legal developments in Qatar
Qatar has become the first GCC state to issue a generally applicable data protection law which
requires a minimum level of protection for personal data.
Cate is an associate in Clyde & Co’s Construction and Dispute Resolution
Group based in Doha.
Prior to joining Clyde & Co she practiced at a leading Australian law firm in
Sydney, Australia where she specialised in litigation, representing a mix of
developer, major contractor and consultant clients.
In respect of contentious work, Cate advises and acts on both international
and domestic arbitrations as well as proceedings in the local courts.
Cate regularly advises on the negotiation and drafting of standard form
and bespoke contracts for local construction projects and advises main
contractors, employers, subcontractors and suppliers on Qatar law issues
Laura Warren is a partner of the
International Law firm, Clyde & Co LLP,
in Doha. Laura has a wide ranging
contentious and non contentious
construction practice involving projects
in Qatar as well as in the UAE, Oman,
Bahrain, Libya, Egypt and Tunisia
Laura is Co-ordinator for the Society of
Construction Law (Gulf) in Qatar.
Laura Warren Cate Wright
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rates, good service and high quality equipment.
We offer added value services like a stand
by equipment on site for clients who rent 10
equipment. If it’s 15 equipment, we provide a
technician on site. If a client hires more equip-
ment, we can even set up a mini maintenance
office to provide immediate support on site and
ensure a smooth and continuous work flow.
These small gestures make a difference for
clients who need nonstop production and the
highest uptime.
We also test operators to make sure they are
well trained. This ensures a high level of op-
eration safety. It also allows us to preserve our
equipment in an excellent state.
One of the major mistakes rental companies do
is constant change of operators working on the
same equipment. We try to fix the operator on
the equipment so he is familiar with it.
Q: Do you offer discounts for long term
leasing?
The minimum leasing period is usually one
month. The price sure would vary based on the
lease period, as much it is longer, the rental
fees will be more flexible, we have also added
advantages for long term leasing.
NEWS
In this interview with Al Maysan Rental Opera-
tion Director Amr Shehata, Construction Sites
discusses the market outlook and what Al May-
san has to offer to its customers in Qatar. With
11 years of experience in the region, Shehata
knows what customers want and promises to
deliver it.
Q: How was the market for Al Maysan in
2016?
The rentals division is fairly new. We only start-
ed last Feb 2016, so most orders are for im-
mediate or short term leasing, but the market
looks good right now and we have many orders.
Over the past three months we have had about
30 equipment in our fleet. We expect to reach
60 by mid 2017. We have a three years plan to
grow our fleet to between 200-250 equipment
to cater to a wider customer base.
Q: Why did you decide to start a rentals
division?
As the dynamics in the construction market
change, some main contractors are moving
more toward rental to maintain liquidity. We
saw that with our long-standing relationships
with major international heavy equipment and
Commercial Vehicles manufacturers, such as
Komatsu, Bobcat, UD, SANY, Isuzu and Palfin-
ger, we already have the capabilities to cater to
the rentals market needs.
The same is true for short and medium term
projects where it is more feasible to rent. The
advantage of rental over sales is that the con-
tractor doesn’t have to think of the headache
of operation, service, replacement or mainte-
nance. It’s also difficult for contractors to find
the variety of equipment, technicians and op-
eration team to cover all their needs, but as
rental specialists we can provide that.
The difference between Al Maysan and other
companies is that we have all the solutions re-
lated to Heavy Equipment, and Material Han-
dling under the same roof.
Q: How do you see the outlook for heavy
equipment rentals over the coming
period?
I think the outlook is promising. There is a ten-
dency to rent more, especially for companies
based outside Qatar who are only here for spe-
cific projects. They don’t need to have stable
assets here that would increase cost for man-
power, maintenance and storage. Therefore,
rentals is more economic for such companies.
As long as there are projects in the pipeline,
even if going on at a slower rate, the market
remains very promising.
Q: Did you have to expand warehouses
to host equipment for the rentals divi-
sion?
Sure, with rentals we need to have a proper
space to keep the equipment till it is rented.
The rental space depends on our operational
plan for equipment. We make sure that we
have a space for 30-50 % of the equipment, in
addition to the equipment in maintenance.
Moreover, we have our new facility in the Indus-
trial Area, St No 36, that would include a work-
shop, sales and administration offices for both
sales and rentals.
Q: How do you differentiate yourself
among existing heavy equipment rental
companies?
Our quality service is our main strength. Our
mother company, Jaidah Equipment is the
dealer of the products we rent. My survey into
the Qatari market showed that most contrac-
tors depend on their personal relations with
heavy equipment rental companies, even if the
service is not that good. That’s what we want
focus on. We want to offer clients a level of ser-
vice they are not used to. We offer competitive
Al Maysan sees bright outlook for heavy
equipment rentals in Qatar
Al Maysan sees bright outlook for heavy
equipment rentals in Qatar
J
aidah equipment has a history of long-
standing relationships with major inter-
national manufacturers, making the com-
pany perfectly suited for satisfying the
high demand of equipment related to Qatar’s
construction boom driven by Qatar National Vi-
sion 2030. Al Maysan Heavy Equipment is the
arm of the group which includes the Rental and
Used Division. Equipped with a big fleet, know-
how and a team of well trained operators and
technicians, Al Maysan is confident it can win a
good share of the rentals market. Mr. Amr Shehata
Operation Director
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Doha North Sewage Treatment
Plant has many firsts to its credit
Doha North Sewage Treatment
Plant has many firsts to its credit
The Doha North Sewage Treatment Plant is Qatar’s first such facility with a comprehensive odor
control system to minimize its impact on the surrounding environment
Phase two of the project has been contract-
ed to Vinci Construction Grands Projets, En-
trepose Contracting and QDVC. This contract
is valued at QR1.78 billion ($489 million).
Ultra Construction and Engineering is respon-
sible for the construction of main complex of
the sewage and sewerage lines. The contract
is worth QR1.3 billion ($352 million).
Marubeni Corporation is responsible for the
construction of sewage pumping station for
TSE 3 under a QR1.3 billion ($352 million)
contract. The company further subcontracted
Qatar Building Company (QBC) to carry out
the construction works for sewage pumping
station, pipelines and mains.
Environmental-friendly
The Doha North Sewage Treatment Works
has a comprehensive odor control system.
The buffer zone surrounding the sewage
treatment works will be landscaped to form a
lush-green oasis that includes approximately
95,000 trees and 50 picnic areas with in-
terconnecting roads and a bird- watching la-
goon, the first of its kind in Qatar.
within the Doha North Sewage Treatment
Works.
The TDP processes sludge, which is the solid
materials generated from the sewage treat-
ment process, in order to dispose them ac-
cording to international standards for safe
disposal.
The TDP will receive and treat sludge gener-
ated from not just Doha North Sewage Treat-
ment Works but also from all the other sew-
age treatment works within Qatar.
The sludge is dewatered, processed through
the thermal dryers to finally produce dried
pellets which are bagged and stored for dis-
tribution.
The TDP, which are already completed, in-
cludes four thermal dryers which utilize
sludge generated at the Doha North and
Doha West Sewage Treatment Works.
Contractors
Kepel Seghers won the design, build and op-
erate contract for the first phase of the proj-
ect in September 2007. The contract is worth
QR3.6 billion ($1.5 billion).
S
ewage treatment plants are some of
the largest and most important proj-
ects being implemented by the Infra-
structure Affairs at the Public Works
Authority (Ashghal), both in terms of size and
cost.
The Doha North Sewage Treatment Works
(STW), located in Umm Salal Ali, 25km to the
north of Doha, is one of the largest treatment
plants and the first in Qatar to use advanced
techniques such as ultrafiltration and ultra-
violet methods to produce high-quality re-
claimed water for reuse in irrigation.
The Doha North Sewage Treatment Works
project is worth around QR3.63 billion. The
design and build contract alone comes
around QR2.49 billion and the 10-year op-
eration and maintenance contract is worth
approximately QR1.14 billion.
The project contracts were awarded to Kep-
pel Seghers Engineering Singapore and it is
expected to be completed in the third quarter
of this year.
First phase
The first phase of the project includes the
construction of the main treatment plant
for the reception and treatment of sewage,
which has been designed to treat up to
245,000 m3 of sewage per day, serving a
projected population of more than 900,000
people by the year 2020.
The modern facility features advanced bio-
logical treatment processes as well as ultrafil-
tration, which is an ultra-membrane filtration
technique that separates large molecules
and small granules from the water.
The plant also uses ultra-violet technologies
for wastewater treatment.
It has started receiving sewage flows from
the main pumping station in northern Doha
(PS70) located in Al Kheesa. The sewage
flows are estimated 46,000 m3 per day.
The Doha North Sewage Treatment Works be-
came fully operational in December 2015 af-
ter a year of inspection and testing processes
by the Qatari Civil Defense and other entities.
Second phase
The second phase of the project includes the
construction of a thermal drying plant (TDP)
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8
9
The sewage flows are estimated
46,000 m3 per day.
In the Phase-1 of the project, the plant
could treat up to 245,000 cubic
meters of waste water.
Currently, the plant is handling more
than 55,000 cubic meters of
waste water daily.
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6
The plant and the man made forest
together cost the exchequer close to
$3.65bn for its construction.
Out of the total cost, $1.20 billion
is for the 10-year operations and
maintenance.
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3
4
The Doha North Sewage Treatment
Works is located in Umm Salal Ali,
25km to the North of Doha.
Construction works for the project
commenced in February 2008.
The first phase of the project includes
the construction of the main treatment
plant for the reception and treatment of
sewage, which has been designed to
treat up to 245,000 m3 of sewage
per day, serving a projected population
of over 900,000 people by the year
2020.
900,000 residents to benefit
from Umm Slal Ali plant by the year
2020.
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The Role of Building Envelope
In Achieving High Performance Goals
By: Diaa El-Masry
Architect, LEED AP, GSAS CGP
General Manager
Qatar Green Leaders
Building Envelope & Green Building
Building envelope has direct impact to several
aspects of Green Building criteria. It affects
(negatively or positively) the ability of a building
to meet certain green building requirements/
criteria. Two of the common green building rat-
ing systems, namely LEED & GSAS, have been
analyzed to figure out the relationship between
building envelope and the overall performance
of the whole building.
LEED (Leadership in Energy &
Environmental Design) is a glob-
ally recognized green building
rating system developed by USG-
BC (United States Green Building
Council). LEED is adopted in Qatar for a large
number of projects, mainly in Education City
and Msheireb Downtown Doha project.
GSAS (Global Sustainability As-
sessment System) is a regionally
recognized green building rat-
ing system developed by GORD
(Gulf Organization for Research
& Development). GSAS is widely
adopted in Qatar for a larger number of proj-
ects, mainly in Lusail City and governmental
projects.
Both systems are performance-based, using
a point-based mechanism to award projects
more points for performing better in several
performance categories. The following is a
summary of our findings, which reflects the im-
portance of the building envelope in achieving
higher performance under LEED & GSAS:
General Considerations:
LEED - (IP) Integrative Process
• Building Orientation
• Building Massing & Shading
• Integration of Envelope Properties
• Feasibility of Different Alternatives
Urban Considerations:
LEED - (LL) Location & Linkage
GSAS - [UC] Urban Connectivity
• Acoustic Conditions of the Building
Surroundings.
• Crime Prevention.
• Privacy Control.
• Security Requirements.
Site Considerations:
LEED - (SS) Sustainable Sites
GSAS - [S] Site
• Heat Island Effect Reduction - Roof
• Light Pollution Reduction
• Wind Comfort
• Shading of Pathways
• Rainwater Management
Water Conservation:
LEED – (WE) Water Efficiency
GSAS - [W] Water
• Rain Water Collection from Roof
• Water used for Cleaning Envelope!
ABSTRACT
In this Article, we will focus on the relationship
between building envelope and green building
performance, not only in Energy saving but also
in other aspects of green building. We will pro-
vide a quick guide on how to enhance the pa-
rameters of the building envelope in order to fill
the gap between code requirements and green
building goals.
TOPICS
• A Building Envelope is Not Just Envelope/
Shelter!
• Functions & Performance Parameters.
• International & Local Codes.
• Building Envelope and Performance Criteria
in LEED & GSAS.
• Better Envelopes, Innovations & Advance-
ments
WHAT DEFINES A BUILDING ENVELOPE?
A building envelope: is the physical separator
between the conditioned (indoors) and uncon-
ditioned (outdoors) environment of a building.
It is sometimes used synonymously with build-
ing enclosure but the latter term also includes
the broader aspects of appearance, structure,
safety from fire and security. It can take many
forms and compositions, but basically it may be
composed of the following components:
• Floors (Below-Grade Systems)
• Walls (Walling Systems)
• Roofs (Roofing Systems)
• Fenestration (Glazing Systems)
• Shading Elements
FUNCTIONS OF BUILDING ENVELOPE
Depending on many aspects of the building
architectural form, the building envelope plays
an essential role in “sheltering” the building oc-
cupants. The Five basic functions of a building
envelope are:
• Weather Barrier
• Air Barrier
• Thermal Barrier
• Alien Barrier!
• Structural.
It means that the building envelope provides
resistance to the following:
• Air (wind/air leakage)
• Heat (hot/cold)
• Light (indoor/outdoor)
• Noise (in/out)
• Loads (dead/live/wind)
• Intrusion (safety/security/privacy)
A BUILDING ENVELOPE IS A SYSTEM
A building envelope is not just a Shelter! Build-
ing Envelope is a Sub-System of the Whole-
Building. It is not just a wall/roof/floor/window/
door/... but, A SYSTEM! It can be considered as
a sub-system of the building. And, by turn, it is
composed of various sub-systems. By applying
the “Systems Thinking” approach, we find that
building envelope is not only providing a “shel-
ter” to building occupants but also contributing
to the overall building performance. Usually, we
think of building performance in terms of en-
ergy saving and we think a better building enve-
lope is improving only the energy performance.
However, when measuring the performance of
a building by a green building rating system
(such as LEED or GSAS), it is not a surprise that
the building envelope is affecting various per-
formance criteria. For instance, the following
areas can be improved by applying a better
building envelope:
• Prevention of heat loss/gain and reduce
Energy demand
• Urban Function and Cultural Identity
• Architectural Innovation and Advanced
Technologies
• Sustainable Source as a Green Building
element
• Building Envelope is vital section of Building
Science
A “BETTER” BUILDING EN- VELOPE?
The performance of the Building Envelope con-
tributes (negatively of positively) to the overall
building performance. The role a building en-
velope plays in buildings is very similar to the
role the skin plays in a human body! There are
many factors that will help an architect defines
a proper building envelope:
• Location (Climate Zone)
• Season (summer/winter)
• Operating Conditions (temp./humidity/...)
• Appearance (color/texture/SRI/...)
• Thickness (Composition/Layers)
• Materials (conductivity/appearance/…)
• Thermal Break (u-value/details/...)
• Air Leakage (details/sealing/...)
• Maintenance Frequency (commissioning/
cleaning/repairs/retrofits/...)
REGULATIONS AND CODES:
On a related aspect, the building envelope is
also regulated at different levels:
• International Standards
• Local Codes/Building Regulations
• Green Building Codes
• Project Spec’s/Developer Requirements
I. INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS:
* 2015 IECC (International Energy Conserva-
tion Code, by International Code Council (ICC),
Section C402 - Building Envelope).
* ASHRAE Standard 90.1 (ANSI / ASHRAE / IES
Standard 90.1-2016 -- Energy Standard for
Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Build-
ings (5.2.1. Insulation, 5.2.2. Fenestration and
Doors, 5.2.3. Air Leakage, ...).
II. LOCAL CODES (QCS, KAHRAMAA, PWA)
• Kahramaa Regulations
• QCS 2014 (Qatar Construction
Specifications)
• MMUP Urban Planning Regulations
Energy Conservation:
LEED – (EA) Energy & Atmosphere
GSAS - [E] Energy
• Building Orientation & Massing
• Envelope Area/Volume
• Window/Wall Ratio
• U-Values (Roof/Walls/Glazing/Floor)
• Shading Coefficient (SC) of Glazing
• Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) of Glazing
• Window Frame Fraction
• Air Tightness
• Shading Devices (Internal/External)
• Integrated PV (BIPV)
• Commissioning of Building Envelope
Material Procurement:
LEED – (MR) Materials & Resources
GSAS - [M] Materials
• Responsible Sourcing of Materials
• % Regional Material used in Envelope
• % Recycled Content
• Reused Materials
• Structure Reuse
• Design for Dis-assembly
• Construction Waste Management
Human Considerations:
LEED – Indoor Environmental Quality
GSAS - [IE] Indoor Environment
• Thermal Comfort of Building Users
• Natural Ventilation (Operable Windows)
• Indoor Air Quality
• Low-Emitting Materials (Sealants)
• Day-light & Views
• Glare Control
• Acoustic Control & Quality
Culture & Identity Considerations:
GSAS - [CE] Culture & Economic
Value
• Heritage & Culture Identity
• Support of National Economy
• Integration in Urban Context
Conclusion:
From the above analysis, we found that the Im-
pact of Building Envelope in projects pursuing
LEED & GSAS green building certification can
be estimated as follows:
LEED:
• Total Credits = 57
• Envelope-Related = 20
• Weighted Impact* = 46 %
GSAS
• Total Criteria = 55
• Envelope-Related = 21
• Weighted Impact* = 48 %
(*) Estimations are based on GSAS-Commercial
& LEED-NC v4.0 Rating Systems
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combination of rail and tram services is essential when creating an integrated, sus-
tainable link between central railway stations and popular destinations in a modern
city. A well planned tram system can reduce traffic on the roads and alleviate pres-
sure on busy car parks, saving passengers time and money. For residents and visi-
tors alike, especially those with reduced mobility, the combination of tram and train makes
the whole process of traveling quicker and less stressful.
Alstom, a global player in railway solutions, is fully focused on sustainable mobility. Alstom
provides systems, equipment and services for the railway sector, managing a wide range
of solutions in the market, including high-speed trains, metros and tramways. In the fiscal
year 2015/16, the company recorded sales of €6.9 billion and booked €10.6 billion of or-
ders. Headquartered in France, Alstom is present in over 60 countries and presently employs
31,000 people.
Alstom recently presented its zero-emission train at InnoTrans, the railway industry’s larg-
est trade fair, which took place in Berlin from 20 to 23 September 2016. Construction Sites
(QCS) magazine was invited to a press trip organized by Alstom to attend InnoTrans 2016 in
Berlin on an exclusive tour, including a visit to Alstom’s factory in Salzgitter, where journalists
could familiarize themselves with Alstom’s state-of-the-art railway technology. In an exclu-
sive interview with Khadiza Begum, Reporter of QCS, Gian-Luca Erbacci, Senior Vice
President of Alstom Middle East and Africa, talks about Alstom’s projects in Qatar, the latest
technological advances and its future plans.
Sustainable transport
solutions – Alstom is blending
art and technology
Gianluca Erbacci
Senior Vice President MEA
QCS: Could you please give us some
information about Alstom’s projects in
Qatar?
Gian-Luca Erbacci: Currently, there are two
big rail projects in Qatar; the Doha Metro and
the Lusail tramway. More than 2 years ago,
we have been awarded, in consortium with
QDVC, a Qatari shareholding company (51 %
Qatari Diar & 49% VINCI Construction Grands
Projets), the Lusail tramway project by Qatar
Railways Company. Alstom is to provide an in-
tegrated tramway system for a 4-line tramway
network. Alstom will supply 28 Citadis Trams
along with the track, power supply, signalling
systems, telecommunications and train con-
trol. The project includes 38 kilometers of
track (of which 10 kilometers is underground)
with 30 stations. The civil works are provided
by QDVC.
QCS: What kind of technologies will you
be providing for this projects? Is Qatar’s
high temperature a problem?
Gian-Luca Erbacci: The Lusail tramway will
be powered via APS, a Ground Power Sup-
ply which is a 12 year proven technology for
catenary-free operation. The tramway line at-
grade will fully be powered via APS in order to
preserve aesthetics of the city center. Alstom
supplies a tram that can operate in extreme
climate conditions. For Lusail, the tram can cir-
culate under extreme weather conditions and
very high temperatures including high humid-
ity and sandy atmosphere.
QCS: Has any reflection of Qatari culture
been incorporated in the design con-
cept?
Gian-Luca Erbacci: Yes, the design has
been specifically chosen from many alterna-
tives provided by our engineering as well as
the design&styling departments. They visited
Qatar many times and ultimately our customer
has chosen a design entrenched in the cul-
ture heritage of Qatar, based on the Qatari
dhow. The design of the Lusail tram, with its
front shaped like the bow of a vessel, is in-
spired by the Dhows, traditional boats of the
area. The tram’s blue tones also reflect the
sea, inviting passengers to climb aboard and
take a cool break from the heat of Qatar. The
interior design echoes the architecture of the
area, incorporating touches of yellow that re-
call the Lusail flower.
QCS: Alstom has a presence in Qatar,
Saudi Arabia and Dubai. Do you have any
plans to expand in other GCC countries?
Gian-Luca Erbacci: Increasing traffic causes
not only congestion but pollution too. To ad-
dress this issue, Qatar has an excellent vision
for the future and is making important invest-
ment to develop sustainable rail transporta-
tion. We are pleased to partner with Qatar in
achieving this goal. Qatar can count on our
expertise and leadership in delivering reliable,
environmental-friendly and efficient urban mo-
bility solutions such as trams or metro train-
sets but also transport solutions between cit-
ies, which include suburban, regional or high
speed trains.
QCS: Are there any other plans in the
pipeline for Qatar?
Gian-Luca Erbacci: We will closely follow Qa-
tar’s investment plans and propose advanced
mobility solutions to address its mobility
needs. We are not only well established in the
region but also a leader in the supply of rail
mobility solutions. When Qatar will launch new
projects and expand the transport network, Al-
stom will be ready.
QCS: What are you expecting to gain
from InnoTrans 2016?
Gian-Luca Erbacci: This event is an ideal
opportunity to view market trends, exchange
ideas about new technologies and gain a bet-
ter perspective on the rail market. Moreover,
it helps us to improve our relationships with
customers and partners while persuading sup-
pliers to embrace innovation. As a matter of
fact, we were pleased to unveil at InnoTrans,
the first zero-emission train Coradia iLint. The
trains is a new CO2-emission-free regional
train and alternative to diesel power. It is pow-
ered by a hydrogen fuel cell, its only emission
being steam and condensed water while oper-
ating with a low level of noise. Alstom is among
the first railway manufacturers in the world to
develop a passenger train based on such a
technology
The demand for transportation solutions is
constantly growing and will continue to do so
for the foreseeable future. People will always
want better forms of transport to improve their
quality of life. Train and tram networks are
greener and cleaner than buses or cars. More-
over, they reduce pollution and congestion,
and insert well into the cityscape. Sustainable
tram and train systems encourage people to
use public transport and be less reliant on
cars, which contribute to the congestion and
pollution in our cities. In short, I am proud to
work in a business that gives the urban land-
scape back to its citizens.
Gian-Luca Erbacci: The GCC is an important
market for Alstom. In Saudi Arabia, Alstom
will provide the city of Riyadh a fully integrated
metro solution for lines 4, 5 and 6 and we are
looking for opportunities in Jeddah for metro
and tramways and Mecca for metro. In UAE, we
were awarded the Route 2020 Metro project in
Dubai to provide the Red line extension under
Expolink Consortium. Our ambition is to en-
large our presence in the GCC region over the
up- coming years with opportunities in Kuwait,
Qatar, UAE, KSA and Oman.
QCS: Will the current slow down due to
falling oil prices affect the delivery of
these projects?
Gian-Luca Erbacci: For the moment, the fall-
ing of the oil price has not affected us. We are
pursuing the execution of the projects in the
region such as the metro of Riyadh, the tram-
way of Lusail and the newly awarded project,
the Dubai metro and we are committed to de-
liver on time. In the meantime, we are looking
forward to further support urban mobility proj-
ects in the region where the cities are expand-
ing and so is the mobility need.
QCS: How is Alstom promoting sustain-
ability through eco friendly design?
Gian-Luca Erbacci: Globally, constant efforts
are being made to improve recyclability at end-
of-life on all Alstom’s trains. Progress made in
this area has enabled Alstom to design trains
that are up to 95% recyclable (c.f. 87% ten
years ago) and 97% recoverable (c.f. 93% ten
years ago). Furthermore, Alstom is constantly
reducing the weight of its trains, as well as their
resistance to motion. Alstom is contributing to
the transition to sustainable transport systems
by designing and delivering innovative, envi-
ronmentally friendly, efficient and appealing
rail solutions. Alstom is also committed to inte-
grating sustainability in its strategy, processes
and decision-making. In 2015, Alstom has set
itself the ambition of reducing the energy con-
sumption of its transport solutions by 20% and
the energy intensity of its operations by 10%
by 2020 . The achievements so far are proving
that the group is well on the way to respect-
ing its engagements. Indeed, priority has been
given to rolling-stock and simulations of energy
consumption for trams, metros, regional and
mainline trains. Since last year, Alstom has
reduced the overall energy consumption of its
portfolio by 7%.
QCS: How do you see the future for the
railway industry in Qatar?
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TOTO aims to reduce CO2 emissions
from plumbing products
TOTO aims to reduce CO2 emissions
from plumbing products
Engineered to require no electricity or routine
disposable battery replacement, Eco-Power
products are the perfect marriage of hands-
free operation, low maintenance and sophis-
ticated design.
Water Saving
An integrated sensor is able to detect hand
movement and thus ensure that just the right
amount of water is dispensed. It’s so finely
tuned that it only registers hand movement
directly below the spout and therefore does
not activate the water flow when you’re clean-
ing the wash basin.
TOTO aerated bubble technology, adds air to
the water enlarging them and causing them
to increase in volume. This enables the wa-
ter consumption to reduce by half from 4.0
L/ min to 2L/min while retaining the same
washing experience.
Energy Saving
Without the need of batteries replacement,
this helps to reduce daily maintenance and
create an eco friendly environment. Without
the need of cabling and wiring, this helps to
reduce cost and energy.
Since the product is self powered, the electri-
cal cabling is not required. So the energy sav-
ing and cost savings are the benefits.
I
t might seem as a tiny detail, but choosing
the right faucet can result in huge water
and energy savings. Research estimates
that bathroom and kitchen faucets ac-
count for 16 percent of the water used in an
American home. In a typical house, faucets
run for around 8 minutes a day and consume
nearly 11 gallons of water per person per day.
The consumption is unlikely to be different in
Qatar.
As a leading manufacturer of plumbing prod-
ucts, the TOTO Group’s integrated all in One
Auto Faucet promises to Improve livability,
benefit the natural system and achieve sig-
nificant energy and water savings.
The product is part of TOTO GREEN CHAL-
LENGE to significantly accelerate conven-
tional environmental activities. “To promote
environmental activities in the three key per-
spectives of product and services, manufac-
turing and social contributions, and human
resource development, we have established
quantitative targets for our Action Plan that
lasts until the year 2017 - our 100th anniver-
sary”, the company stated.
TOTO Green Challenge
The global environment is changing at a rate
beyond our expectations. Plumbing products,
alongside household electrical appliances,
account for the majority of CO2 emitted from
the home.
As a leading manufacturer of plumbing prod-
ucts, TOTO promotes its TOTO GREEN CHAL-
LENGE to significantly accelerate convention-
al environmental activities.
This involves a review of all corporate activi-
ties with a view toward achieving stringent
quantitative targets by 2017.
Product-related initiatives include a focus
on “reducing CO2 emissions from plumbing
products” and “purifying the air with Hydro-
tect. The company has devised an easy-to-un-
derstand vision of the future and a roadmap
outlining how to get there, aiming to expand
activities encompassing the entire housing
construction industry on a global scale.
The suggested faucet is a compact infrared
sensor; one of the smallest sensors in the
world. It’s aesthetically pleasing design with
spout senses for human motions only. More-
over, the faucet precisely tempers water and
regulates its flow, while the thermostatic con-
troller enhances the comfort of users.
Electricity is generated by the built-in power
generator unit when the water flows through
it. The electricity stored in the capacitor can
be used for daily operation. The ECOPOWER
self-generating hydropower system gets
stronger with each use, adding years to life-
cycle.
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Awards recognize achievements
in Qatar’s sustainability initiatives
Awards recognize achievements
in Qatar’s sustainability initiatives
QGBC Director Meshal Al Shamari presents
at the inaugural Qatar Sustainability Awards.
ASTAD Project Management wins ‘Green Government Building’
award for the National Museum of Qatar project.
Kahramaa wins ‘Government Initiative’ award for
Kahramaa Awareness Park.
Qatar Charity wins ‘NGO Sustainability Initiative’
award for TAYF in-kind Donations Program.
The Qatar Sustainability Awards 2016 winners are:
1. Msheireb Properties wins “Green Government Building” award for the National
Archive project.
2. ASTAD Project Management wins “Green Government Building” award for National
Museum of Qatar project.
3. Arab Engineering Bureau wins “Green Office Building” award for the Ghanem
Holdings headquarters project.
4. Qatar Green Leaders wins “Green Commercial Building” award for Marina Yacht
Club at the Lusail project.
5. Qatar Foundation wins “Green Educational Building” award for the Northwestern
University in Qatar project.
6. Arab Engineering Bureau wins “Green Interior Fit-out” award for RasGas
headquarters - interior fit-out project.
7. Msheireb Properties wins “Green Religious Building” award for Msheireb Mosque
project.
8. Qatar Foundation wins “Green Residential Building” award for the HBKU Student
Housing Complex project.
9. Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas wins “Green Hospitality” award.
10. KEO International Consultant wins “Building Consultant” award.
11. Gulfar Al Misnad Engineering & Contracting WLL wins “Building Contractor” award.
12. Bin Muftah for Energy Solutions wins “Facility Management Organization” award.
13. Qatar Solar Technologies (QSTec) wins “Corporate Initiative” for the Shams
Generation project.
14. Kahramaa wins “Government Initiative” award for Kahramaa Awareness Park.
15. Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar wins “University Initiative” award for the Sahtak
Awalan project.
16. Qatar Charity wins “NGO Sustainability Initiative” award for the TAYF in-kind
Donations Program.
17. “Hand Over” organization wins “Social Enterprise” award.
18. Synergy United Co WLL wins “Green Building Technology” award for the Ciralight
Active Skylights project.
19. Aamal Readymix wins “Green Building Material” award for the Green Concrete
project.
20. TRL Limited wins “Green Research” award for the Recycled Aggregate in
Construction project.
21. Gulf Contracting Company WLL wins “QGBC Special Award”.
Msheireb Properties wins ‘Green Government
Building’ award for the National Archive project.
TRL Limited wins ‘Green Research’ award for
Recycled Aggregate in Construction project.
Gulf Contracting Company WLL wins
‘QGBC Special Award’.
T
he Qatar Green Building Council (QGBC)
has honored the commitment and
achievements of local organizations that
have made significant contributions to
advancing sustainable development and envi-
ronmental protection in the state.
The Qatar Sustainability Awards 2016 ceremony
took place on the sidelines of the Qatar Green
Building Conference and Qatar Sustainability
Week.
Announced in October last year, the Qatar
Sustainability Awards received more than 100
nominations in six categories from various orga-
nizations across the state’s public and private
sectors.
The winners were selected following a thorough
reviewing process by an expert panel of judges,
comprising senior sustainability experts and
academics and other industry practitioners.
The Qatar Sustainability Awards, hosted by
QGBC, part of the Qatar Foundation for Edu-
cation, Science and Community Development
(QF), showcased an industry-wide collaboration
among organizations as qualified members of
the industry were nominated by their peers for
their commitment and vital achievements.
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231 Building no 58 (next La Cigale Hotel)
Area no 23, Suhaim Bin Hamed Doha
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670/800 with an ultimate load of 3,500 kN.
Europe for solving uplift problems since more
than 30 years. Micropiles are piles with a
borehole diameter of max. 300mm and an
internal steel element, which is able to car-
ry tension or compression loads. The load
transfer to the ground is achieved via skin
friction. Despite the small diameter which
enables quick installation in the solid ground
conditions like for example in Qatar, the Mi-
cropiles develop a high carrying capacity due
to their relatively high circumference.
The big advantage of the GEWI®
pile com-
By Klaus Lanzinger
Introducing Micropiles as an alternative so-
lution for structures facing uplift problems
in Middle East.
Underground structures like tunnels, through
structures and railway station are often sub-
jected to considerable uplift forces due to
the high ground water level. To overcome
these uplift forces it is possible to increase
the thickness of the bottom slab of the struc-
ture to create enough dead weight. However
when increasing the bottom slab thickness
by digging further into the ground, also the
uplift forces from the ground water will be in-
creased.
So from the engineering point of view it is
more sophisticated to “nail” the structure
onto the ground. This is the principal function
of the GEWI®
piles. They offer a cost efficient
and sustainable solution for prevention of up-
lift.
GEWI®
piles are being used in Germany and
Technical Data
GEWl® Pile B500B & S555/700
GEWl® Plus Pile S670/800
Nominal
diameter
Ø
Yield strength /
tensile strength
f0,2k/ftk
Cross-
sectional area
A
Load at yield
Fyk
Ultimate load
Ftk
Weight Weight DCP Approval
[mm] [N/mm²] [mm²] [kN] [kN] [kg/m] [kg/m]
20 500/550 314 157 173 2.47 5.9
25 500/550 491 245 270 3.85 7.0
28 500/550 616 308 339 4.83 8.6
32 500/550 804 402 442 6.31 9.5
40 500/550 1,257 628 691 9.86 13.6
50 500/550 1,963 982 1,080 15.41 21.0
63.5 555/700 3,167 1,758 2,217 24.86 32.4
Nominal
diameter
Ø
Yield strength /
tensile strength
f0,2k/ftk
Cross-
sectional area
A
Load at yield
Fyk
Ultimate load
Ftk
Weight Weight DCP Approval
[mm] [N/mm²] [mm²] [kN] [kN] [kg/m] [kg/m]
25 670/800 491 329 393 3.85 7.0
28 670/800 616 413 493 4.83 8.6
30 670/800 707 474 565 5.55 9.0
35 670/800 962 645 770 7.55 11.3
43 670/800 1,452 973 1,162 11.40 15.8
57.5 670/800 2,597 1,740 2,077 20.38 30.0
63.5 670/800 3,167 2,122 2,534 24.86 32.4
75 670/800 4,418 2,960 3,534 34.68 43.5
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GBUILDING
Demand for sustainable HVAC
solutions on the rise in Qatar
Demand for sustainable HVAC
solutions on the rise in Qatar
Q
atar foots an electricity bill of approxi-
mately $643 million just for residential
consumption via subsidies with the bills
for commercial and industrial consumption be-
ing even higher, according to IQPC, organizer of
Qatar HVAC Contracting Conference, recently
held in Doha.
HVAC (heating, ventilation and air-conditioning)
is the technology of indoor and vehicular envi-
ronmental comfort.
Energy prices have increased in Qatar and
HVAC bills contribute to almost 70% of electric-
ity costs.
With the cooling requirements for the FIFA
World Cup in 2022 in mind, it is crucial that
developers, consultants and MEP (mechani-
cal, electrical and plumbing) contractors work
with HVAC solution providers to reduce energy
consumption without impacting the quality of
cooling.
The Qatar HVAC Contracting Conference fo-
cused on moving away from a conventional
approach to a more sustainable one that will
help the country achieve its long-term goals of
reducing electricity consumption and driving
efficiency.
According to a report posted on the event’s
website, increased construction activities with-
in the GCC’s residential, commercial, hospitali-
ty, and retail segments have fueled the regional
demand for HVAC technologies.
But as the Qatari government seeks to improve
energy efficiency and overall sustainability lev-
els, the demand for a wide range of HVAC solu-
tions is still on the rise.
A recent report by Global Market Insights ex-
pects Energy efficient construction market size
to grow owing to support from regional govern-
ments in the form of incentives and promoting
the technology through prescriptive measures
and building codes.
Rise in electricity prices is driving organizations
and governments to install new technologies to
control and monitor electricity usage in build-
ings.
LED lights, HVAC systems, and solar power
are the key product types. HVAC systems are
expected to witness significant demand due to
increase in trend for green technology and re-
ducing operational cost.
Energy-efficient market size for these products
is expected to surpass $7 billion during the
forecast period.
Increase in need to reduce carbon emissions
and mange capital in a strategic way among
government and corporate sectors were among
the key driving factors for energy efficient con-
struction market size growth.
In the commercial sector, major solar power in-
stallations were observed in hospitals, hotels,
and offices.
Batteries & chargers, attic fans, water heaters
and pool heaters are some residential appli-
cations. Cumulatively, over 175 GW of power
was installed in 2015; it is predicted to exceed
more than 590 GW by 2023, including both
concentrated thermal power and photovoltaic.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Qatar are predicted to
positively influence Middle East & Africa energy
efficient construction market growth owing to
increase in regional infrastructure spending,
according to the report.
Applications can be bifurcated into homes, of-
fices, institutional, and retail. Increase in con-
sumer awareness pertaining to reducing elec-
tricity cost coupled with supportive government
policies is likely to positively influence growth.
The report stated that rebates, tax credits and
incentives from governments are likely to en-
courage architects and infrastructure compa-
nies to install and purchase new and energy
efficient construction materials.
However, high initial investment cost and
lengthy payback period is likely to hamper
growth.
Extensive campaign to
clean up the western
shores of Qatar
Extensive campaign to
clean up the western
shores of Qatar
Q
atar’s Ministry of Municipality and
Environment has launched an exten-
sive campaign to clean up the north-
western shores in line with its plans and
programs to improve and enhance all ser-
vices, including maintaining environmental
hygiene and safety.
The campaign comes in accordance with a
ministerial decision issued by HE Moham-
med Abdullah Al Rumaihi, Minister of Mu-
nicipality and Environment, to form a com-
mittee for cleaning beaches and islands of
residual oils on the western shores of the
state, with the participation of representa-
tives of different entities like environmental
protection and nature reserves and wildlife
department, fisheries department and Qatar
Petroleum.
Committee Chairman and Public Hygiene
Program Director Safar Mubarak Al Shafi
stressed that the ministry gave great impor-
tance to the cleanliness of beaches and is-
lands as they are being visited by a number
of citizens, residents and tourists.
The campaign started with the cleaning of
northwestern shores in the Bu-Zaluf area to-
wards the south west area of Um-Hesh, cov-
ering 65km.
The plan divided into three phases. (1) From
Bu-Zaluf area to Al Khuwair area. (2) From
Al-Khuwair area to Al Zubarah (3) From Al
Zubarah to Um-Hesh area.
Al Shafi pointed out that field teams had
been established and equipped with neces-
sary machinery and manpower to carry out
their work of cleaning the beaches of oils
and various waste thrown off by beach-goers
He said that a permanent site was selected
in the area to monitor and facilitate the job.
The campaign is expected to continue for
nearly a month.
Al Shafi said that the work plan and the
method of cleaning had taken into account
the preservation of beaches, main land-
marks, marine-life and geological aspect of
the area.
He urged people to support the ministry’s
strenuous efforts to maintain the cleanli-
ness of the beaches and islands.
He called on people not to throw waste ran-
domly, reminding them that those caught
dropping litter on beaches and causing envi-
ronmental pollution would be penalized.
Why recycle?
Simply put, recycling is good for the environment. It saves
resources, prevents pollution, and supports public health. Less
energy is used to recycle materials than to produce them from
scratch. Recycling one single plastic bottle saves enough
energy to run a 60 watt light bulb for six hours, or a laptop
computer for nearly half an hour. Recycling also uses much less
water - already a stressed resource in Qatar’s dry desert climate.
Plastic production uses nearly 8% of the total annual oil
production in Qatar; recycling will ensure that our oil resources
go to better use.
Recycling also allows us to decrease the amount of trash
thrown into landfills. It is estimated that one ton of recycled
plastic would save over seven cubic meters of landfill space
since some types of plastics can take up to 500 years to
naturally break drown.
There’s also the direct threat to Qatar’s sensitive ecosystem.
Recycling helps to reduce environmental damage and to
maintain a healthy and productive ecosystem.
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Ashghal wins sustainability
awards in health education
NEWS
Ashghal wins sustainability
awards in health education
T
he Gulf Organization for Research and
Development (GORD) has granted two
sustainability awards in health and
education facilities to the Public Works
Authority (Ashghal) in recognition of its contri-
bution to green buildings.
The awards are the first performance-based
system in the Mena region, developed for rat-
ing green buildings and infrastructure.
Ashghal President Nasser bin Ali Al Mawlawi
received the awards during the opening ses-
sion of Green Expo Forum 2016, organized
by GORD, in co-operation with the Qatari Diar
Real Estate Investment Company and the Su-
preme Committee for Delivery and legacy.
Lahdan Sager Al Mohanadi, Director of Build-
ing Affairs, and a galaxy of officials from Ash-
ghal were present at the Green Expo Forum.
Sustainability Award is given by GORD for cor-
porates that demonstrate commitment and
leadership in implementing sustainability best
practices in the built environment.
Ashghal won the awards, thanks to its adoption
of three-star GSAS in all health and education-
al facilities, including the design and construc-
tion of hospitals, clinics, primary healthcare
centers, schools and kindergartens.
GORD had bestowed on Ashghal a three-star
GSAS accreditation last March, following a
long process of examining building projects
and site visits.
The Green Expo Forum 2016 highlighted re-
gional climate change challenges and long-
term solutions to cut carbon transmissions
to for creating a sustainable environment in
harmony with the Paris Climate Change Agree-
ment (COP 21).
The conference focused on exchanging exper-
tise in sustainable designs, whether regarding
buildings, urban planning or infrastructure, be-
sides knowledge co-operation and reciprocity.
EasternGatehasreceivedtheSMEExcellenceList2016Awardinrecognitionofcreating
sustainable business model.
A journey to success
A journey to success
E
astern Gate Trading & Marketing W.L.L.
is one of the leading importers and dis-
tributors of a wide range of fasteners
and fixings in Qatar.
The company, established in 2007, has been
providing customers with a one stop solution for
all kinds of fasteners like nuts, bolts, washers,
screws and various kinds of fixings at the most
competitive prices, quality products with prompt
delivery. The company has been awarded rank-
ing 12 amongst the top 50 SME Excellence
List 2016 Awards in recognition of its excellent
performance, creating sustainable business
models and having an impact on the economy.
In an exclusive interview with Construction
Sites (QCS), Hashif Olakara, GM and Founder
of Eastern Gate, talks about the secret behind
the company’s success, the recent awards and
projects among other topics.
QCS: Could you please give us a detailed
introduction to your company?
Hashif Olakara: We started our journey in
2007 with a very small team. Over the years we
have achieved tremendous success and have
a dedicated 30-member team now, all highly-
skilled. The company was formed to cater the
requirements of fasteners and fixings needs
of the construction industry focused more on
the MEP sector. We are specialized in all kinds
of fasteners and fixing like nuts and bolts, an-
chors, stud bolts and screws in various grades
and finish. Our warehouse is situated in Indus-
trial Area with ample stocks available to cater
for the needs of every customer.
QCS: What is the secret behind your suc-
cess?
Olakara: We provide products that are best
suited to the customers’ interest in terms of
ment to receive the award from the prime min-
ister of Qatar. These awards are symbolic in the
sense that our efforts through Eastern Gate are
part of value offering to the SMEs.
This award is a motivation for our entire team
to stay committed towards the goal of delivering
the best services to our customers.
QCS: Who are your business partners?
Olakara: During the last nine years, we have
built our reputation on quality and service and
entered into partnership deals with some of the
best-known brands in the fastener Industry.
We have partnered with Spanish company IN-
DEX Fixing System since 2013. Eastern Gate is
the sole appointed dealer for INDEX – Mechani-
cal and Chemical anchors. We are proud to in-
form that we have been awarded the Best Part-
ner for INDEX Fixing System for the year 2016
in the region.
QCS: What are the major projects in which
you are involved now?
Olakara: We have successfully met the require-
ments of various prestigious projects in Qatar.
We have already worked with various mega proj-
ects to name a few like Doha Land, Hamad Port,
Qatar Rail, other infrastructural projects in the
scope of Ashghal.
QCS: What are the hopes for 2017?
Olakara: We achieved 30% growth from 2015
to 2016. We expect this growth to be increased
in 2017. Last year, Qatar’s domestic and region-
al market was at a slower pace due to the fall in
the global oil prices. We expect the situation to
be much better in 2017 and we are confident to
record a bigger growth rate in coming years with
the continuous support of our global partners,
team members, clients and all our associates.
quality as well as prices. We meet all their re-
quirements at a very reasonable price but at the
same time offer pre sales and after sales tech-
nical support. We remain committed to our cus-
tomers in terms of delivery. We ensure we deliv-
er them on promised time and we continuously
seek ways to speed up our delivery process with
the support of global sourcing network.
Our major strength is our Team Members. Our
technical employees have exceptional knowl-
edge on fasteners and fixings; they provide right
solutions and right feedback to customers.
The key to our success is the dedication we put
in the area of fasteners and gaining expertise
knowledge in various kinds of fasteners and re-
lated products, providing quality products to our
clients, meeting their needs.
As experts in fasteners, we can provide our cus-
tomers with expert suggestions on fastening
system. Our unparalleled service, competitive
prices and overall value are why our loyal cus-
tomers won’t go anywhere else. We are continu-
ously working towards improving our sourcing
network and collaboration with various manu-
facturers all over the world.
QCS: The company has won the SME Ex-
cellence List 2016 Award. Please say
something about it?
Olakara: The SME award came as a surprise:
it was awarded after an in-depth assessment
by QDB. The SME Excellence List ranked the
top performing SMEs in Qatar on the basis of
a defined eligibility and evaluation criteria. QDB
has shortlisted 50 outstanding performers from
the local private sector out of more than 800
SMEs and we ranked number 12 out of the top
50 companies.
It is a great pleasure and honor for us to get
such recognition. It was a very proud mo
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Exhibition to promote trade
between Qatar and China
Exhibition to promote trade
between Qatar and China
The four-day exhibition aimed to promote quality Chinese products and contribute to
cementing economic and trade ties between Qatar and China
The last two years saw a decrease in the vol-
ume of trade between China and Qatar due to
a fall in the prices of oil and gas.
The total trade between the two countries
amounted to QR21.5 billion in 2015 and
QR17.7 billion until November in 2016.
Qatar and China were engaged in a concerted
effort to arrest the decline in trade, Chen told
the Qatar Tribune newspaper on the sidelines
of the Made-in-China exhibition.
“China is a major energy-importing country and
relies primarily on Qatar for natural gas and
LNG,” the envoy said.
“There has been a close co-operation between
the two countries in the energy field for many
years,” he said, adding that the economic ties
between both countries had seen a major
progress over the past few years.
He expressed hope of further growth in trade
and said that was one of the primary inten-
tions behind organizing the Made-in-
China exhibition for a second time in
Qatar.
Chen praised the efforts made
by the Qatar Chamber of Com-
merce and Industries and the
China International Centre for
Economic and Technical Ex-
changes for putting the exhibi-
tion together successfully.
“We hope the success of the
expo this year will continue in the
years to come. There are long-term
contracts between Chinese and Qatari
companies,” the ambassador added.
Review of previous events
The Qatari government held the first
large-scale professional procurement
exhibition with the theme of “Architec-
ture, science and technology” in Doha
from December 14 to 16, 2015, exhibitors
of which were leading enterprises in China’s
construction industry and building material
suppliers.
The enterprises participating in the exhibition
mainly came from Guangdong, Shenzhen, Ji-
angsu and other provinces of China. The exhibi-
tion was a grand success under the full support
of the Qatari government.
It gave a boost to the popularity of Chinese
products in furniture, lighting, architecture, sci-
ence and technology.
The exhibition attracted 4,500 professional
buyers during its three days, with volume of
transaction amounting to QR45 million and
volume of possible transaction amounting to
QR450 million.
between the two countries,” he said.
Talks are being held now with yet another coun-
try to organize an expo on the same lines in
Doha in 2017, according to Al Sharqi. The aim
is to help companies in Qatar to exchange ex-
perience with their counterparts from another
country.
TheMadeinChine2016editionwitnessed
signing of number of MoUs between
Qatari and Chinese companies
for enhancing co-operation and
ex-
chang-
ing experience.
Trade deals have
been entered into
as well.
He praised the role
played by the Exhibition
Section in the Chamber that
has been established recently.
Important market
Despite a recent decline in trade between
China and Qatar, the economic relationship be-
tween the two countries is poised to grow rap-
idly in the coming years, according to Chinese
Ambassador to Qatar Li Chen.
T
he second edition of the Made in China
Exhibition, staged in Doha recently,
turned out to be a major success, at-
tracting a huge turnout.
The exhibition, co-organized by Qatar Chamber
and China International Center for Economic
and Technical Exchanges of the Ministry of
Commerce, was held under the patronage of
HE Sheikh Abdulla Bin Nasser Bin Khalifa Al
Thani, Prime Minister and Interior Minister.
The expo, held at the Doha Exhibition and Con-
vention Center, was opened by HE the Deputy
Prime Minister and Minister of State for Cabi-
net Affairs Ahmed Bin Abdullah Al Mahmoud
and was attended among others, by Qatar
Chamber Chairman Sheikh Khalifa Bin Jassim
Al Thani, Qatar Central Bank Governor Sheikh
Abdullah Bin Saud Al Thani and the Chinese
Ambassador Li Chen.
The four-day exhibition aimed to promote
quality Chinese products and to cement
economic and trade ties between Qatar and
China, according to a press release issued by
the Chamber.
It was supported by In-
dustrial and Commer-
cial Bank of China
(ICBC) as its strategic
sponsor, Qatar Gen-
eral Insurance & Re-
insurance Company
(QGIRCO) and Al Ja-
ber Group are golden
sponsors and Doha
Bank a silver sponsor.
Qatar Chamber Director General Saleh bin
Hamad Al Sharqi said the Chamber was de-
lighted to host the expo, pointing to the Chi-
nese desire to take part in the third edition
next year too.
Al Sharqi said the number of visitors had
exceeded 6,000 during the four days of the
exhibition. They had been briefed on the
products of more than 200 quality Chinese
companies.
The exhibition was a good opportunity to open
the markets of the region for Chinese compa-
nies, creating a platform for making productive
partnerships with their counterparts in the re-
gion, he added.
The Made in China exhibition represented an
opportunity for raising the awareness of the im-
portance of using the Yuan in investment and
trade transactions.
Al Sharqi said that 2016 was the Qatar-China
Culture year and the culture exchange between
the two countries would certainly enhance the
economic and business relations between the
two countries.
The exhibition had allocated an area for a “ba-
zaar” for displaying Qatari and Chinese hand-
crafts, he added.
A Qatar-China Forum was held on the sidelines
of the exhibition to provide an ideal platform for
businessmen to discuss investment opportuni-
ties and challenges facing expanding invest-
ments in both sides.
Presentations were delivered by Qatari and Chi-
nese institutions and bodies to inform about
the projects that are being implemented in
both countries.
The Public Works Authority
(Ashghal), the Supreme Com-
mittee for Delivery & Legacy
(SC), Qatar Ports Manage-
ment
Company
(Mawani) and Qatar Railways
Company (Qatar Rail) gave presen-
tations on the sidelines of the exhibi-
tion to display their ongoing and future
projects.
The QC Director General assured that the aim
of the expo was not only to enhance Qatar-Chi-
na bilateral trade and economic cooperation
spheres, but also to boost the cultural commu-
nication between the two people.
“The number of Chinese companies that par-
ticipated in the exhibition has almost doubled
this year. This shows how important is the Qa-
tari market for China and the depth of relations
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At a
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02
03
04
05
06
The total trade between
Qatar and China
amounted to
QR 21.5 billion in
2015
The number of
Chinese companies
that participated in the
It was sponsored by Industrial
and Commercial Bank of
China (ICBC) as a strategic
sponsor, while Qatar General
Insurance & Reinsurance
Company (QGIRCO) and Al
Jaber Group are golden
sponsors and Doha Bank a
silver sponsor
200 Chinese
companies that took
part in this year’s edition
are different from those
in the first edition last
year, in which the
exhibition had
almost doubled
this year
China is a major
energy-importing
country and relies
primarily on
Qatar for
natural gas
and LNG
participate in
Made in China
Expo-2 on an
area of
10000sqm
Over
200 firms
Number of visitors at
the exhibition exceeded
6,000 during its four
number of participants
touched 100
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The second stage of Al Ruwais Port development project begins
The second stage of Al Ruwais Port development project begins
2014 on operating the port in order to ease
the entry and exit of vessels, goods, travel-
ers, import and export, and stimulating com-
mercial exchange among countries of the
region.
The first phase is dedicated to wooden ships,
supply vessels and services and the second
phase is devoted to executing and operat-
ing the commercial port. The third phase in-
cludes deepening and expanding the bases.
Al Ruwais Port will be Qatar’s northern gate
to the world and will serve as another com-
mercial outlet along with Doha Port.
Q
atar’s Ministry of Transport And Com-
munications has launched the second
stage of the Al Ruwais Port develop-
ment project.
The project, consisting of three phases, aims
to ensure the port functions in accordance
with all international standards.
The basis and the quay extension will be ex-
panded and the navigation channel and ma-
rine basins will each be deepened by 10 me-
ters at the end of the third phase.
The first phase of Al Ruwais Port comes in
implementation of Emiri Decision No. 76 of
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