MIDDLE EAST NEWS UPDATE | 06 COVER STORY | 14 INSIGHT | 20 OPINION | 24 SUPPLIER NEWS | 44 FOOTNOTE | 50 An ITP Business Publication | April 2011 Vol. 6 Issue 4 Essential information for mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC professionals An ITP Media Group Publication | March 2019 Vol. 14 Issue 03 INSIDE: SPECIAL REPORT ON RETROFITTING Download the free MEP app and be the fi rst to read the latest issue on your mobile devices. LOCALISATION OF MANUFACTURING IN THE GCC THE RISE OF GREEN TECH IN CONSTRUCTION INSIGHT OPINIONCONNECT TO OPTIMISED OPERATION AT ALL TIMES COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS: CONNECT TO INTELLIGENT SOLUTIONS To truly optimise system performance in buildings applications, it’s time to look beyond individual components to intelligent solutions that take care of the entire system. With Grundfos iSOLUTIONS, you get intelligent pumps and components working seamlessly together to enable full system integration and reach a new level of performance with high energy efficiency, reduced complexity, low life-cycle costs and more. Discover more at grundfos.ae/isolutions GRUNDFOS iSOLUTIONS A SMART SOLUTION FOR YOU DISCOVER MORE ATwww.mepmiddleeast.com COMMENT Tariq Al Ghussein, CEO of Taqeef, talks about green buildings. March 2019 | MEP Middle East 3 MARCH 2019 VOLUME 14 ISSUE 03 CONTENTS 06 NEWS IMF managing director visits Masdar City. 08 NEWS Cundall MENA appoints new MEP director. 12 NEWS Dubai’s fi rst building biologist wins leadership award. 24 FORECASTS Saeed Al Abbar at AESG on the building industry year ahead. 44 SUPPLIER NEWS Check out the latest supplier- related news in the market. 50 FOOTNOTE Vivek Chaturvedi, DSM’s regional business director. INDUSTRY INSIGHT Douglas Pickles on localisation of manu- facturing in the GCC. COVER STORY Marko Ruljanovic, associate MEP engineer at BuroHappold Engineering, reveals the ongoing MEP works at Dubai’s Museum of the Future. SPECIAL REPORT: RETROFITTING MEP Middle East explores how the retrofi tting industry in the GCC, despite its phe- nomenal growth, lacks technical professionals to cater to the industry. 31 14 MEP UAE CONFERENCE A glimpse into the topics to be cov- ered at the MEP UAE Conference. 20 28 41MEP IN COMPLEX DESIGNS Rajiv Ravindran Pillai 4 MEP Middle East | March 2019www.mepmiddleeast.com or views on this issue, please email rajiv.pillai@itp.com For subscriptions and more information, visit www.itp.com/subscription. 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The opinions and views contained in this publication are not necessarily those of the publishers. Readers are advised to seek specialist advice before acting on information contained in this publication which is provided for general use and may not be appropriate for the reader’s particular circumstances. The ownership of trademarks is acknowledged. No part of this publication or any part of the contents thereof may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form without the permission of the publishers in writing. An exemption is hereby granted for extracts used for the purpose of fair review. There are several complex ar- chitectural buildings around the world. The Sydney Opera House with its modern expressionist de- sign, The Shard in London, inspired by church steeples, the structure compris- es eight angled glass façades, the Burj Khalifa, Dubai, in which large structural analysis models and facade pressure tests were done, and also, the upcoming Museum of the Future, which is also the cover stor y (p.14), to name a few. Often times I have wondered how designers factor in MEP systems in such complex buildings. When it comes to designing MEP integrations, many architects overlook essential steps that result in ineffi ciencies down the line, according to New York Engineers, Michael Tobias. He says that because MEP integrations are heavily reliant on good de- sign, it’s crucial that architects know what they need to do to ensure successful deliver y early on. He provides a few checklists that can help MEP engineering projects minimise the risk for error, and how to be confi dent ever y detail is accounted for. The fi rst step of a MEP engineering project involves gauging the scope of ser vices. MEP integrations now include fi re protec- tion systems, controls, process piping and data communication lines. The MEP engineering and architectural design reviews identify potential problems prior to construction. The added value of MEP for the client is a functional and cost effi cient structure. The other point is that the engineering dimensions and space re- quirements are critical during the early stages of design. Although it seems like a small step, the cost savings generated from this information helps keep the project on budget. In some cases, the architect may lose some design space to accommodate the equip- ment. In this situation, they would be faced with the challenge of adjusting the design layout without affecting the building’s engi- neering systems. The process allows the suggested MEP integra- tions to be installed in the building’s construction plans. These al- terations must be accomplished without loss to function or safety. Creating a design for MEP engineering projects is a com- plex process, and there are several factors to be considered in order to create a design that launches the project for success. Considering that Dubai is fi lled with great buildings and com- plex structures, MEP engineers in the region should also be adept in handling MEP designs for complex designs. EDITORÊS NOTE Published by and © 2019 ITP MEDIA GROUP FZ-LLC.www.mepmiddleeast.com 6 MEP Middle East | March 2019 NEWS UPDATE SUSTAINABILITY Christine Lagarde, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), visited Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) to witness the progress of Abu Dhabi’s fl agship sustainable urban community, Masdar City, and learn how investment in youth is helping the UAE to deliver on the UN Sustainable Development Goals. She also toured Khalifa University of Science and Technology’s Masdar City Campus. Lagarde was briefed on Masdar’s role as a global renewable energy leader and as a pioneer for sustainable real estate through its development of Masdar City, which is now home to thousands of residents and hundreds of businesses. Masdar officials presented on the company’s diverse portfolio of renewable energy projects, as well as the city’s success in raising awareness of the commercial viability of low- carbon urban development. Lagarde, who has led the IMF since 2011 and provides fi nancial oversight for its 189 member countries, was briefed on this year’s Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) and how a number of its key initiatives including the Zayed Sustainability Prize, WiSER, Youth 4 Sustainability, and the Masdar Emerging Leaders Programme are empowering youth to become active sustainability leaders. ADSW 2019 also hosted the inaugural Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum, at which 25 public and private sector organisations, including Masdar, committed to support the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Declaration to jointly advocate sustainable fi nance and investment that fosters positive social, economic and environmental impacts. Lagarde, on her visit to Masdar City, said: “It is inspiring to hear so many young people speak so passionately about their collective drive towards achieving the UN’s sustainable development goals. “We rely on the next generation to continue to innovate and fi nd solutions to address our global sustainability challenges.” Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, CEO of Masdar, said: “We are delighted to receive Christine Lagarde at Masdar City, especially at a time when the nation is observing Innovation Month, so that she can see the investment the UAE is making in sustainable development, and the role we at Masdar and other stakeholders are playing in empowering youth through knowledge, innovation and entrepreneurship. “Youth engagement is a core element of our commitment at Masdar to help the UAE achieve its sustainability goals. This opportunity to share insights on these initiatives with Ms Lagarde, and benefi t from her vast experience, will help us encourage even more young UAE nationals to become involved in the sustainability sector, whether in research, entrepreneurship, or raising awareness.” Christine Lagarde was briefed on Masdar’s role as a global renewable energy leader and as a pioneer for sustainable real estate through its development of Masdar City IMF managing director visits Masdar City Christine Lagarde at Masdar City. „Localisation pressures are likely to intensify competition.‰ DOUGLAS PICKLES, director, A.T. Kearney Middle East’s Supply Management Practice „Stakeholders must come together to develop standards for PV components.‰ VIVEK CHATURVEDI, DSM’s regional business director – IMEA „Technology is moving forward at a rapid pace.‰ MARKO RULJANOVIC, associate MEP engineer, BuroHappold Engineering 2019 CALENDAR EVENTS AWARDS JANUARY INTERSEC Date: 20-22 January Place: DWTC MARCH ME ELECTRICITY Date: 05-07 March Place: Dubai APRIL MEP CONFERENCE Date: 24 April Place: Grosvenor House MARCH CW OMAN AWARDS Date: 25 March Place: Oman JUNE CATERER AWARDS Date: 19 June Place: Dubai JUNE FM AWARDS Date: 12 June Place: Dubai NOVEMBER MEP AWARDS Date: 6 November Place: Dubai „The extent of the building retrofit program depends on the project objective.‰ DILIP SHARMA, regional GM, International Operations Business p#LogisticsMEAwards #FMMEAwards Wednesday 19th June 2019 JW MARRIOTT MARQUIS, DUBAI BRINGING THE REGION'S FM SECTOR TOGETHER IN CELEBRATION NOMINATION ENQUIRIES NIKHIL PEREIRA EDITOR Phone: +971 4 444 3447 Email: nikhil.pereira@itp.com SPONSORSHIP ENQUIRIES VINAY RAVINDRAN SENIOR SALES MANAGER Phone: +971 4 444 3155 Email: vinay.ravindran@itp.com GENERAL EVENT ENQUIRIES TERI DUNSTAN EVENTS MANAGER Phone: +971 4 444 3227 Email: teri.dunstan@itp.com TABLE BOOKING ENQUIRIES LACIE CURTIS TABLE SALES EXECUTIVE Phone +971 4 444 3223 Email: lacie.curtis@itp.com SUBMIT TODAY SUBMIT TODAY DO NOT MISS THE INDUSTRY CELEBRATION OF THE YEAR www.fm-middleeast.com/awards IN ASSO CIAT ION WITH NOMINATION DEADLINE WEDNESDAY 10TH APRIL SILVER SPONSORS CATEGORY SPONSORS GOLD SPONSORSwww.mepmiddleeast.com 8 MEP Middle East | March 2019 NEWS UPDATE Drake & Scull International (DSI) has appointed Tawfi q Abu Soud as the group CEO for the company, effective 23 January 2019. According to a Dubai Financial Market (DFM) fi ling, Soud will assume the responsibility of leading DSI’s operations from his predecessor Yousef Al Mulla. This will be the third group CEO change in last 12 months, following Al Mulla and Dr. Fadi Feghali. Soud has previously served managing director for DSI’s MEP and Water and Power subsidiaries. He was also the CEO for ADC Energy Systems, CEO for Arabtec Subsidiaries, and the operations director for Manco. He holds an MBA from the University of Hull, and is a certifi ed Mechanical Engineer (Southern Illinois University). He also holds certifi cations in Quality As- surance from the British AQMC Council and Martin & Martin, as well as Project Management for Engineers from ASCME, and Management Institute in California. DSI is also concurrently coordinating with the ex- ternal advisors and the Securities and Commodities Authority to call for a General Assembly Meeting in February 2019 to approve its organisational restruc- turing program. Former MEP director re-hired as DSI’s group CEO APPOINTMENT Aecom’s search extended to universities across the UAE as well as Lebanon, Bahrain, Jordan, Egypt and India Tawfi q Abu Soud will assume the responsibility of leading DSI’s operations APPOINTMENT Alex Kniveton has joined international multi-disci- plinary engineer Cundall as MEP director in the Middle East as part of company’s growth. Kniveton’s primary fo- cus will be to strengthen Cundall’s building services delivery and project portfo- lio in the region. Kniveton said: “Cundall is the market leader in Sus- tainable design and I am thrilled to be working with such a forward thinking, people focussed practice. Alex Kniveton. GRADUATE Aecom’s Middle East Pro- fessional Development Pro- gram (PDP) has welcomed its most diverse intake since the scheme’s inception six years ago. As part of a wider diversity and inclusion plan, Aecom’s talent acquisition team attracted an intake comprising 12 different nationalities and an almost equal gender split. To ensure the best candi- date for each role while re- taining a focus on diversity, Aecom’s search extended to universities across the UAE as well as Lebanon, Bahrain, Jordan, Egypt and India. In addition, the com- pany strives to have a female representative at all graduate recruitment events while re- cruitment campaigns show- case the diverse background of past graduates, the com- pany stated. Daniel Flifel, Talent Ac- quisition Lead, Middle East & Africa, Aecom, said: “We set out this year to have the most inclusive and diverse graduate mix.” Aecom’s Middle East graduate programme takes in 48% female candidates METALS PRICES NICKEL STEEL COPPER Source: London Metal Exchange prices per tonne $327 18 February $285 18 January $6,269 18 February $6,021 18 January $12,330 18 February $11,605 18 January R $6 Cundall MENA appoints new MEP director $ The emphasis on health and wellbeing is a wake- up call to the industry and to be at a company at the leading edge of that design is a very exciting prospect. I am very much looking forward to introducing the industry partners, who I have been fortunate to have worked with, to the strength of Cundall’s build- ing services team and the reputation that they com- mand throughout the re- gion and across the world.” Richard Stratton, part- ner and managing director MENA, Cundall: “Alex is a very talented and experi- enced MEP Engineer, with high profi le project experi- ence both in the Middle East and internationally. I am absolutely delighted that he will apply his con- siderable ability to further our pursuit of technical ex- cellence.” With over 20 years of in- dustry experience, manag- ing MEP design teams and post contract departments, Kniveton has a strong me- chanical design and project management background. His experience includes the delivery of high-rise as well as complex mixed-use schemes combined with sustainable and low-energy solutions. Aecom’s gradutes in picture. The new MEP director’s focus will be to strengthen Cundall’s building services delivery and project portfolio in the regionNEWS UPDATE March 2019 | MEP Middle East 09 www.mepmiddleeast.com The event underscored the more complex supply chain-oriented challenges in today’s evolving business environment The certifi cate was awarded through IWBI’s WELL Building Standard (WELL), which is the premier building standard focused on enhancing health and wellness CONFERENCE UK-headquartered Intertek discussed the signifi cance of safety and workplace con- ditions in a supply chain at the third edition of Annual Safety Day held recently in Abu Dhabi. The event underscored the more complex supply chain-oriented challenges in today’s evolving business environment. The event, “Safety in Supply Chain”, was at- tended by procurement leaders and safety experts discussing issues of safety in the workplace from a holistic viewpoint, includ- ing occupational health and worker welfare. The conference also touched on the importance of supply chain assurance services and management system audits. Intertek expert, Samir Ahmed, general manager for Intertek Business As- surance in the Gulf, high- lighted how the changing business environment has led to the adoption of best business practices when it comes to quality and safety management in a session titled “Supply chain resil- ience, the value it brings”. Companies now realise the importance of assess- ing workplace conditions across their supply chains. This requires total vis- ibility and advanced risk management solutions to ensure workplace safety and security, provided by Intertek through its Total Quality Assurance offer- ing. Without real transpar- ency in companies’ supply chains, uncontrolled risks can lead to claims, loss of goodwill and brand reputa- tion. However, new assess- ment tools have emerged for evaluating, benchmarking and continuously improv- ing workplace conditions, allowing for closer align- ment with industry norms and best practices as well as valuable customer feedback. Ahmed said: “Safety in your supply chain can no longer be considered a local or isolated singularity for organisations. Neglecting workplace conditions can have a negative impact on companies when a crisis or workplace accident occurs.” Abu Dhabi skyline. CERTIFICATION Alpin Limited announced today that it has been awarded W ELL Silver certifi cation for New and Existing Interiors by the International WELL Build- ing Institute (IWBI). T he certificate was awarded through IWBI’s WELL Building Standard (WELL), which is the pre- mier building standard fo- cused on enhancing health and wellness. Created through seven years of rigorous research and development working with leading physicians, scientists, and industry professionals, WELL is a performance-based certifi - cation system that marries best practices in design and construction with evidence- based scientifi c research. Alpin Limited earned the distinction for its Masdar City headquarters based on seven categories of building performance— Air, Water, Light, Nourishment, Fit- ness, Comfort and Mind. Jourdan Younis, director, Alpin said: “The principles of WELL are at the core of our values at Alpin. When we fi rst began exploring WELL certifi cation for our Abu Dhabi offi ce, we per- formed a gap analysis to see how our current offi ce and business practices mea- sured up against the stan- dard. We found that even though we were about 80% ready for certifi cation, there were fundamental areas where we could improve, and WELL helped to guide us along this path. I have to say that it was a very posi- tive experience and some- thing that brought us closer together as a team.” WELL is a natural com- plement to Alpin’s Leader- ship in Energy and Envi- ronmental Design (LEED) Gold certifi cation for Com- mercial Interiors and the Al- pin Healthy HR campaign, a wide-ranging initiative committed to enhancing employee wellbeing. The company has be- come the regional author- ity on WELL Building Standards by investing in the in-house accreditation of its employees as WELL Accredited Professionals (AP). First fi rm in the Middle East to bag WELL certifi cation for its Masdar City offi ce Intertek discusses signifi cance of safety and workplace conditions at Abu Dhabi conference WELL is a performance-based certifi cation system. Next >