< PreviousLAST WORD www.mepmiddleeast.com50 MEP Middle East | December 2024 “The exquisite carvings, showcasing intricate filigree work, were crafted using traditional methods passed down through generations” – Pankaj Singh // “This isn’t just a concept. It’s a call to action, a challenge to embrace sustainability within the means of reality” – Lutz Wilgen // “Partnerships between the government and private sectors can help finance, build, and operate green projects at the lowest cost and in the shortest time” – HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer // “While our ambitions soar towards maximising renewable energy generation, the financial frameworks we operate within can sometimes curtail these aspirations” – Mohamad Ballout // “District cooling is already incredibly energy efficient, but we never stop seeking improvements to our operations – it’s what we as a company have always done” – Antonio Di Cecca // “I defy anyone in construction who does not stand back and stare at the project after handover, and say to themselves with a wry smile, ‘I built that!’” – Steven Thomson // “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has attracted a lot of talent from the UAE, resulting in a further shrinkage of the talent pool in the UAE” – James Mowat // “MEP Awards is a great opportunity to examine competitive initiatives and projects aimed at advancing the engineering industry” – Abdulrahman Al Janahi // “To maximise benefits, it’s crucial to consider VRF solutions at the conceptual design phase rather than treating them as an afterthought” – Srinivasan Rangan // “Construction companies in the GCC shouldn’t view compliance as the finish line, but rather the starting point” – Mohamed Amer // “The integration of computational design in the MEP industry has revolutionised the way engineers and designers approach projects” – Imran Shaikh // “Minimising environmental impact is paramount to Red Sea Global’s ethos” – Fahad Al Balawi // “The passion for engineering and the passion to create and change the world drive me” – Noora Al Saleis // “Keeping the data centre simple—both to build and operate—is key” – John Rippingale // “Being adaptable has allowed me to embrace change and stay ahead in my field” – Dr Sabih Gatea Khisaf // “There is so much more to gain in life than the comfort of your last paycheque, bonuses, or social recognition” – Vasanth Kumar // “It is important to explore SEER from both technical and regulatory perspectives to understand its crucial role in the GCC climate” – Nabil Shahin // “Undertaking a project of this scale presents challenges, but none that Dubai isn’t equipped to handle” – Baharash Bagherian // “There is no credible path to address climate change without a fundamental shift in the building and construction sector” – Inger Anderson // “To remain at the forefront of sustainability, we must constinue to evolve and be pioneers in implementing engineering change” – Colin Scott // “The underrepresentation of female graduates in engineering specialities like MEP presents a significant loss of talent” – Lynne Jack // “Financial stability, technical competency, and an integrated delivery model have positioned us in a favourable positon to become the EPC partner of choice” – Basheer Massad IN QUOTES MEP_Dec2024_50_Last word_13443185.indd 50MEP_Dec2024_50_Last word_13443185.indd 5018/11/2024 14:2918/11/2024 14:29Untitled-2 1Untitled-2 125/11/2024 18:2025/11/2024 18:20As the GCC construction industry evolves, Scolmore Group stands as a trusted provider of advanced, call:email: sales@scolmoreme.comvisit: www.scolmoreme.com BUILDING A SMARTER FUTURE safety and compliance regulations in high-rise high-performance that reduce energy consumption, ideal for the hot, high-demand outdoor lighting and endure the harsh climate conditions of the region performance, and stylish designs, crafted from premium materials for any residential or commercial Next-Gen SolutionsEmergency Exit LightingLED Lighting SystemsWeather-Resistant Solutions 7874213636 MEP December 2024.indd 121/11/2024 09:05 Untitled-2 1Untitled-2 125/11/2024 18:1525/11/2024 18:15Next >