9-12 March 2014: The Big 5 Saudi

• ·         Name of Exhibition – The Big 5 Saudi
• ·         Dates – 9 - 12 March 2014
• ·         Timings – 4 – 10pm
• ·         Venue -  Jeddah Centre for Forum and events
• ·         Ticket Price – FREE online registration, visit www.thebig5saudi.com/reg
• ·         Organizer by: M.I.C.E Arabia, Co-organised by: dmg events (Both names must be included)
• ·         Contact Number - +971 4 438 0355 
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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's largest gathering for construction products and services returns from 9 - 12 March 2014. The Big 5 Saudi has doubled in size and attracted 10,006 visitors from 54 countries, a 10 % increasing from 2013.

Some of the popular features returning in 2014 include the sell-out Concrete Repair Workshop, with already world-renowned experts, and the LEED Workshops on sustainable building concepts. Also returning is the Concrete Zone, which last year showcased over 60 international and Gulf exhibitors vast range of products from construction chemicals to block-making machinery.

New to The Big 5 Saudi will be the dedicated PMV Zone dedicated to plant, machinery and vehicles. This will include a wide spectrum of products from earth-moving equipment, truck mixers, tower cranes and lifting equipment.

The Big 5 Saudi has been running the prestigious Platinum Club. This invite-only group brings together key contractors from around the globe.

For more information, please visit www.thebig5saudi.com

February 25 2014: KEY RISKS COMPARED: AIA & FIDIC

 

RSVP to raya.ani@aiamiddleeast.org

Event Date: February 25th, 2014  

Time: 7 p.m. 

KEY RISKS COMPARED - AIA AND FIDIC

The seminar will analyze how key risks in traditional “build-only” construction projects are dealt with under one of the more commonly-used standard forms in the Middle East, the FIDIC Red Book, and will then go on to compare how each of these risks is dealt with in the AIA 102/201 form of building contract.

The key areas and risks that the seminar will seek to address include termination, payment, delay, variations, design risk, site conditions, taking-over, force majeure and insurance.  The seminar will also cover the dispute resolution clause the bond/guarantee package.

The seminar will also discuss market practice in the Middle East and suggest areas in both contracts where the parties will seek to make amendments to the standard form.

The Poltrona Frau Design Center- Abu Dhabi Address:  Al khalidiya area, Corniche road, Al Sahel tower (same building as Al Hilal bank) on the ground floor.

Presented by: 

Norton Rose Fulbright (Middle East) LLP

David Johnston | Associate

Solicitor, qualified in Scotland

March 12 2014_Incorporating Technology into your Next Project

 A Practical Guide to Incorporating Technology into your Next Project

When + Where:

April 29, 2014, 6:30 p.m.

Archimedia Riyadh Showroom

211 Prince Mohammed Ibn Abdulaziz (Tahleya) St., Deghaither center, Store 4

Light snacks and refreshments will be served.

This event is registered for 2 AIA Learning Units

Technology is everywhere—be prepared to meet your clients’ growing needs and demands!  Participants will be able to identify areas where technology impacts design and discuss such key areas such as value to the client, benefits of properly planned for and installed components, key elements, budgeting, best practices, and common misconceptions.  Attendees will leave with an in-depth knowledge of the types of technologies that can be installed into residential projects and the proper infrastructure that is needed to support these complex systems, as well as being able to incorporate essential timelines needed for engaging an electronic systems professional in the design and build process.

Learning objectives:

• Identify five areas of home technology to include infrastructure, media systems, distributed music, lighting control, and integration
• Within each module:

1. Recognize the value
2. Define key benefits
3. Identify glossary of key elements
4. Create checklist of best practices
5. Establish and dispel common misconceptions

• Establish budgeting techniques
• Recognize the essential timeline for engaging an electronic systems professional in the design and build process

March 25th, 2014_The Change Initiative- LEED Platinum Story, from concept to delivery

The Change Initiative- LEED Platinum Story, from concept to delivery

The Change Initiative's flagship showroom on Sheikh Zayed Road is one of the most sustainable building in the world. The LEED CI Platinum certification was awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in 2013 having achieved a colossal 107 points out of a maximum of 110 on the LEED green building sustainability guidelines, the highest ever for the said rating system.

 In this 1 hour interactive sessions, participants will workshop the 7 principles of green building design under LEED CI; Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Innovation in Design, and Regional Priority. We will then discuss the challenges and opportunities that completing the certification presented. Lastly, participants will participate in a led building tour to explore the green building solutions that support the certification.

Learning Objectives:

1) Become familiar with the definition of Sustainability in a general context and how it relates to green building certifications
2) Gain an understanding of the 7 credit categories under LEED for Commercial Interiors v2009
3) Explore the opportunities and challenges that came along with achieving the highest ever LEED CI rating
4) Learn about the practical application of LEED design principles in the UAE including building solutions and technology

When+ Where: March 25th, 2014 7-8 p.m. ( people can gather earlier at the Cafe)  

The Change Initiative Address:

Al Barsha 1 (Inbetween Ibis Hotel & Hacker Kitchen/Wish Lounge building)

From Abu Dhabi, Take Exit 36 / From Dubai Take the Mall of The Emirates exit into Al Barsha towards Sharaf DG Metro station.   

28 & 29 April : Smart Skyscrapers 2014

Dubai will be hosting Smart Skyscrapers Summit 2014 on 28 & 29 April 2014 at Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa attracting over 300 senior architects, engineers, policy-makers, developers, contractors and building managers from across the GCC region. The conference will see presentations and case studies from local and international thought-leaders, a showcase of the most innovative building technologies and solutions from around the world.

www.Smartskyscrapers.com | Register now! | Contact sales@expotrade-me.com | +97144542135