AN ITP MEDIA GROUP PUBLICATION DECEMBER 2024 • VOL. 19, ISSUE 12 POWER 50 Celebrating the extraordinary eff orts of the region’s top service providers FM_Dec2024_00_Cover_13447437.indd 129/11/2024 17:06Untitled-9 129/11/2024 17:45www.fm-middleeast.com EDITOR’S LETTER December 2024 3 The FM sector in the Middle East continues to grow, innovate, and adapt, and we can’t wait to see how the next year unfolds Rajiv Ravindran Pillai Editor As we approach the end of another eventful year, it’s a perfect time for refl ection and celebration. At this juncture, we are thrilled to present our Facilities Management Power List, a compilation of the top 50 FM fi rms making waves across the Middle East. Creating this list has been an insightful and rewarding journey. It’s not just about recognising the biggest names or the most innovative players; it’s about celebrating the diversity, resilience, and sheer brilliance that defi ne this industry. From large-scale projects to exceptional all-rounders, the companies featured here have showcased what it takes to thrive in a rapidly evolving market. Compiling this list was no small task. Our methodology combined subjective observations with objective data, relying heavily on the responses to our detailed questionnaire. We are immensely grateful to the fi rms that took the time to share their stories, numbers, and achievements with us. Their openness gave us a deeper appreciation of the incredible work happening behind the scenes. For those who didn’t respond but are included, rest assured, your contributions didn’t go unnoticed. We made it a point to recognise all active players who are shaping the industry, whether through their projects, visibility, or reputation. As always, such lists are bound to spark debate—and rightly so! After all, the true measure of success often lies in the eyes of a company’s clients and stakeholders. Our role was simply to provide a platform to highlight the accomplishments and progress of this year’s standouts. Looking ahead, we are already excited about what 2025 holds. The FM sector in the Middle East continues to grow, innovate, and adapt, and we can’t wait to see how the next year unfolds. Thank you for joining us on this journey, and here’s to another year of excellence in facilities management! Download now for IOS, Android, and Kindle @fmMidEast FM_Dec2024_3_Editor Letter_13444464.indd 326/11/2024 19:12www.fm-middleeast.com4 December 2024 CONTENTS POWER 50 The region’s top FM fi rms of 2024 revealed UPDATE Farnek expert urges HSE professionals to implement AI and predictive tools TOP FM SUPPLIERS The top FM Suppliers in the region revealed 14 08 51 COMING UP IN FMME JANUARY 2025 We have a Special Report on Technology in FM. This report will explore the transformative impact of cutting-edge technologies like IoT, AI, robotics, and advanced software solutions on the FM industry. To learn more about upcoming stories and advertising opportunities in future issues of FMME, please contact Vinay Ravindran through vinay. ravindran@itp.com, or +971-55-8101197. FMME on LinkedIn With more than 1,000 members from all over the Middle East, the FMME LinkedIn Group is the place to be to find out news, discussions and opportunities in the region’s FM industry. 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FM_Dec2024_6_Flannel_13444466.indd 626/11/2024 19:14Untitled-8 129/11/2024 17:438 December 2024www.fm-middleeast.com UPDATE Ryan Mitchell, Head of Quality, Health, Safety, Excellence and Wellbeing (QHSEW), at UAE-based smart and green facilities management (FM) company Farnek addressed delegates on day two of the annual HSE forum in Dubai on 13 November. The aim of the HSE Forum, which is being held at Le Meridien Hotel & Conference Centre, is to identify more clearly the key HSE touchpoints within the oil and gas, construction and critical infrastructure sectors that can boost compliance, safeguarding and risk mitigation. These issues were addressed over fi ve sessions, discussing industry updates, technological advancements, corporate culture, skills development and sustainability. During his address, which was entitled – ‘Fast-tracking Technology Through Revolutionising Safety and Effi ciency’, Mitchell, emphasised how the practical implementation of AI and predictive tools can improve effi ciency and safety in the workplace. He stressed the benefi ts of digitalisation and the core areas that a digital mindset could be applied to improve HSE. “Incorporating digital HSE solutions off ers a route to a safer workplace, augmented compliance, fewer incidents, and heightened operational effi ciency. However, prudent planning and implementation, grounded in a profound understanding of organisational requirements and challenges, are vital prerequisites for success,” said Mitchell. One such solution SAFETEK, which has been developed in-house by Farnek group company HITEK, is a digital safety management tool with the power of automation, which supports organisations that are trying to move from reactive to a more predictive approach. “Our cloud and mobility-based solution has been built specifi cally to digitalise Farnek expert urges HSE professionals to implement AI and predictive tools to improve effi ciency and safety reporting, to work towards a safer workplace. SAFETEK improves reporting times and data analysis to provide insights for preventative action,” said Mitchell. SAFETEK’s features include a safety KPI dashboard, which allows users to capture reports in the fi eld, tracks follow up actions, can check the health status of employees, accommodates customised forms and checklists, schedules inspections and audits with notifi cations, as well as white labelling options and third-party integration. “This reduces downtime and ensures business continuity, which can lead to cost savings for organisations through reduced incidents, better resource allocation, improved effi ciency and ultimately, a safer working environment,” added Mitchell. Other experts speaking at the high- profi le forum include Sultan Karrani, Senior Engineer HSE at ADNOC, Hesham Husni Abuasi, Senior Specialist Inspector Heath Sector Innovation Incubator at the Department of Health, Saleh Al Balushi, VP Group HSE at DP World & Drydocks World, Azam Soukar, Group HSE Director at Dubai Holding Real Estate and Dr. Maryam Bin Essa, Studies & Systems Section Manager at Dubai Municipality. 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