Middle East

The impact of the BIM mandate in Dubai 

As BIM (Building Information Modelling) becomes mandatory in Dubai for certain buildings, BSI is highlighting the benefits of adopting Building Information Management (BIM) using internationally recognised best practices, such as the ISO 19650 standard, and...

CABSAT celebrates 30th anniversary, returns to Dubai World Trade Centre in 2024, alongside the second edition of Integrate Middle East

CABSAT, the Middle East’s flagship event for content, broadcast, satellite, media, and entertainment, will celebrate its 30th anniversary with its highly anticipated return to the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 21 till 23, 2024. Also returning is...

Former U.S. secret service agent and convicted hacker reunite for the first time on the GISEC Global stage

Matt O’Neill and Hieu Minh Ngo share their unique story of redemption, as the pair seek to transform global understanding of evolving cybersecurity threats Dubai, UAE: A former United States Secret Service Agent and a Vietnamese...

Regulation remains the strongest multiplier to cybersecurity growth, according to report from Frost & Sullivan

Newly released report ahead of GISEC Global 2024 offers deep dive into current conditions of the region’s cybersecurity industry Dubai, UAE: In 2023, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) actively repelled more than 50,000 cyberattacks daily, according to...

Google Cloud and Haboob partner to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s nationwide cyberdefence  

Haboob, a leading cybersecurity service provider owned by the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones (SAFCSP), has announced its partnership with Google Cloud to deliver Chronicle CyberShield to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This marks...

Navigating construction’s digital frontier with Trimble 

In this in-depth interview, we speak to Paul Wallett, Regional Director at Trimble Solutions, delving into his personal journey with Trimble, the dynamic construction sector, emerging technologies, Trimble’s industry solutions and regional...

Procore: The future of the construction industry in 2024 and beyond 

BIM and GIS integration have significantly influenced the face of the construction industry. From being quick to embrace technology, adapting to changing times and investing in digitalisation, supply chain control and safety technology, tasks need to be...

How manufacturers can put their sustainability strategies back on track 

In a world grappling with economic challenges and the urgent need for collective environmental responsibility, Mikko Urho, CEO of Visual Components, sheds light on how manufacturers can recalibrate their sustainability strategies.   Manufacturers...

XCMG Machinery launches its Saudi Arabia subsidiary company 

Construction machinery manufacturer, XCMG Machinery, has officially launched its Saudi Arabia subsidiary company in Riyadh, to anchor the establishment of a more comprehensive sales and service network locally and further boost the integration into Saudi...

Paradigm 3D establishes first-in-region 3D printing facility in Dubai with Stratasys Technology 

Paradigm 3D has opened the doors to its state-of-the-art, AED20 million 3D-printing facility in Dubai — the first in the Middle East capable of producing parts in accordance with the aerospace-specific EASA Part 21G regulation.  Outfitted with...

Saudi Arabia’s first-ever canal 

ROSHN Group, Saudi Arabia’s multi-asset class real estate developer, and PIF giga-project, has announced MARAFY, a transformative, mixed-use development in north of Jeddah that will accommodate over 130,000 residents with an 11-kilometre-long manmade...

International luxury real estate developer MERED announces entry into UAE market 

MERED, an international real estate developer, has announced its official launch in the UAE, choosing Dubai, to be its home for designing and developing exclusive destinations.  With a carefully selected team of industry experts, artisans and...