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Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi Kezad Group one of the largest operators of integrated and purpose-built economic zones in the region has announced that China Southern Glass (CSG) a global leader in energy-saving glass and advanced materials will establish its first overseas intelligent manufacturing facility in the UAE. The project represents an investment of AED300 million ( 81.69 million) by CSG in ICAD 1 Musaffah and will create 400 specialised and technical jobs supporting the emirate s ambition to drive industrial growth and economic diversification. Located on a 95 000 sq m plot within ICAD 1 Musaffah the facility will serve as CSG s regional headquarters for the manufacture of high-performance energy-saving glass. Once operational it will produce over 5 million sq m of coated laminated and insulating glass annually supplying construction and infrastructure projects across the UAE the wider Gulf Europe Africa and the United States. Abdull...

Dubai Investments a leading diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) has announced that it will double the float glass manufacturing capacity at its wholly-owned subsidiary Emirates Float Glass (EFG) with the introduction of a second line. The new line will increase EFG s production capacity from 600 tons per day to 1 200 tons per day and introduce Ultra Clear low-iron glass a first-of-its-kind capability in the Mena region that will set new standards in clarity colour accuracy and premium quality. This second float line is expected to be operational by late 2027 to early 2028 and will integrate advanced automation energy-efficient systems and next-generation process controls to ensure consistent product quality operational reliability and reduced energy consumption at scale. The project is being executed in collaboration with Horn Glass Industries of Germany a globally recognized tec...

Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi - Kezad Group one of the largest operators of integrated and purpose-built economic zones in the region today (October 7) announced that China Southern Glass (CSG) a global leader in energy-saving glass and advanced materials will be setting up its first overseas intelligent manufacturing facility in the UAE. The project which represents an investment of AED300 million ( 82 million) by CSG in ICAD 1 Musaffah will create 400 specialised and technical jobs thus supporting the emirate s ambition to drive industrial growth and economic diversification. Located on a 95 000 sq m plot within ICAD 1 Musaffah the facility will serve as CSG s regional headquarters for the manufacture of high-performance energy-saving glass said a statement from Kezad. Once operational it will produce over 5 million sq m of coated laminated and insulating glass annually supplying construction and infrastr...

Midal Cables has announced the launch of MiRecAL a new line of recycled aluminium wire rod products. The MiRecAL line includes two variants containing 15 per cent and 30 per cent recycled aluminium respectively. These products are estimated to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 29 per cent compared to conventional aluminium rod manufacturing contributing to efforts toward a low-carbon economy. This initiative aligns with Bahrain s goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060. The launch reflects the company s continued commitment to advancing sustainability in the industry. MiRecAL represents a practical shift toward more sustainable industrial processes said Khalid Latif CEO of Midal Cables Group. It shows how our industry can actively support national and global emissions targets while maintaining high standards of quality and reliability.&...

City Glass Bahrain has secured its first skyscraper project the 32-storey Catamaran Verandas marking a significant step in its ambition to become a regional leader in facade solutions for high-rise buildings the company said. The project which will feature a state-of-the-art aluminium and glass facade system designed to meet Passive House certification standards will be a first for Bahrain Sayed Mohamed Al-Alawi Executive Manager for the company tells Gulf Construction. The building designed by Arab Architects will incorporate treble-glazed units enhancing its thermal insulation acoustic performance and energy efficiency. Construction work is currently in progress on Catamaran Verandas project which is scheduled for completion in February 2026. City Glass Bahrain is both supplying and installing more than 26 000 sq m of façade materials for...

Vedanta Limited has announced that the display glass business is set to grow 10x after consolidating its holding to 98% in AvanStrate Inc (ASI) a Japanese display glass manufacturer. This was done acquiring 46.57% equity from Hoya Corporation. ASI is now fully managed and controlled by Vedanta Limited and free from any external debt. ASI is set to drive innovation and expansion focusing on the future of high-tech display and glass substrate manufacturing. ASI is well-positioned to strengthen its role in the global electronics and display industry by enhancing its R&D capabilities developing advanced technologies and expanding its production capacity to meet increasing global demand. Global leader With production facilities in Taiwan and Korea and R&D and headquarters in Tokyo Japan ASI has long been recognised for its cutting-edge pro...

Glass Technology has broken ground on its manufacturing plant being set up on a 113 000 sq m area within the Al Ghail Industrial Zone at Ras Al Khaimah. A specialist in producing solar panel glass The Glass Technology is setting up the key facility at an investment of AED350 million ( 95.2 million) in the northern emirate. The foundation stone laying ceremony was held in the presence of HH Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah at the Al Ghail Industrial Zone affiliated to Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (Rakez) reported Wam. Speaking on the sidelines of the ceremony Sheikh Saud said the emirate was leveraging every opportunity to foster the ongoing expansion and prosperity of its industrial sector. He was accompanied by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaim...

A leading global technology company OPPO has unveiled a prototype for its new generation of assisted reality glasses OPPO Air Glass 3 at MWC 2024. OPPO Air Glass 3 can access OPPO s AndesGPT model via a smartphone providing a new burdenless AI experience. Ahead of the event OPPO also announced the establishment of the OPPO AI Center and released the OPPO AI Smartphone White Paper marking a new era in which Smartphones transition to AI Smartphones. New AI Motion algorithm At this year s MWC OPPO has also joined hands with Qualcomm Technologies and startup AlpsenTek to introduce a new AI Motion algorithm based on Hybrid Vision Sensing (HVS) technology bringing added clarity to photography and videography of high-speed moving objects. Further to this OPPO is showcasing a range of products and innovations together with partners i...

Aria Holding a Qatar-based leading global conglomerate will invest will invest over INR2 000 crores ( 267 million) to establish a state-of-the-art float glass manufacturing facility in the Indian state of Maharashtra. For this Aria signed a a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Maharashtra at the recent World Economic Forum 2024 Annual Meeting in Davos Switzerland. The agreement was signed by Suraj Thampi Group Chief Executive Officer of Aria Holding and Dr Harshdeep Kamble Principal Secretary of the Industries Ministry in the presence of the Chief Minister of Maharashtra Eknath Shinde the Minister of Industries Uday Samant and John Douglas Commercial Director Alutec Facades. Key milestone The Government of Maharashtra welcomes this investment by Aria Holding and this M...

Saint-Gobain a French sustainable construction company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Glass Service a leading provider of digital solutions for glass furnaces including advanced control systems and simulation software which enables customers to reduce their energy consumption. Founded in 1990 at Vsetin Czech Republic Glass Service is a leading provider of digital solutions for glass furnaces including advanced control systems and simulation software. Closing of the transaction is subject to antitrust approvals and is expected by the end of the first half of 2024. It will complement Saint-Gobain s range of digital services offering predictive diagnostic and data-driven solutions to improve energy efficiency for its customers and reduce the carbon footprint of their products and processes: - Saint-Gobain recently invested in 3 start-up...

Bahrain s Labour Fund (Tamkeen) has announced its support for Alumicor a global leader in aluminum recycling and manufacturing in setting up of its new operational base in Askar Bahrain. The initiative comes in line with Tamkeen s mission to support the industrial sector an important pillar and contributor to the growth of Bahrain s national economy especially aluminum manufacturing which represents a significant segment of the kingdom s exports. The partnership brings cutting-edge international technologies in aluminum dross processing to Bahrain offering local manufacturers opportunities to enhance operational efficiency minimise waste and improve profitability. Alumicor is recognised as an emerging global innovator in the sector with operations spanning Bahrain South Africa Australia and the Seychelles. The company s state-of-the-art ...

Saudi-based The National Company for Glass Industries (Zoujaj) has announced that it has won approval from its board of directors to add a sixth line for production of glass containers that will boast an annual capacity of about 25 000 metric tonne. A key player in the Saudi industrial zone Zoujaj owns a stake in Saudi Guardian International Float Glass Company Limited and in Saudi National Lamps & Electrical Company. It already has two modern furnaces and five state-of-the art production lines equipped with three 10 section triple gob machines and two double gob machines from Emhart Switzerland and Bottero Italy. The company specialises in production of glass bottles and jars float glass and patterned glass. Zoujaj also manufactures window glazing. -TradeArabia News Service ...

Emirates Float Glass (EFG) a renowned global leader in the float glass industry and a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments has become the only float glass manufacturing firms in the UAE to receive the prestigious Golden Listing. In addition has been being ICV (In-Country Value) certified under the Abu Dhabi Local Content Programme. The Golden Listing a hallmark of excellence is a part of the Industrial Development Bureau s initiative developed in collaboration with the Department of Government Support (ADGS) to enhance the local supply chain by increasing the demand for locally manufactured goods through government procurements. This initiative aims to support the UAE s economic diversification by recognizing manufacturers with a high contribution to the local economy evaluated through their In-Country Value certificate. Saleem Raza General Manager Emirates Float Gla...

Emirates Float Glass (EFG) a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments and a dominant player in the region for float glass and reflective glass in architectural applications is highlighting its distinction as the sole producer of Double Silver Coated Glass in the UAE supporting the creation of sustainable and renewable energy. With an annual production capacity of 200 000 tonne of float glass and 2.5 million sq m of high-performance double silver low emissivity reflective glass EFG is the only float glass manufacturer with the ICV certification done in-line with the Make It in Emirates . EFG said it remains committed to innovation sustainability and industry collaboration as a strategic partner in the first Global Glass Show 2023 which opened today (September 6) in Abu Dhabi thus reflecting the company s dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation. &nbsp...

Azure Beach Dubai a hospitality brand managed by Sunset Hospitality Group is combating the issue of single-use glass waste with a glass crusher that pulverizes glass bottles into sand . Azure Beach Dubai a hospitality brand managed by Sunset Hospitality Group is combating the issue of single-use glass waste with a glass crusher that pulverizes glass bottles into sand eliminating the need to send glass through a lengthy recycling process or to a landfill. By using the fine and medium sand particles Azure Beach will be able to reduce its need to import new sand for its private beach. The larger particulates from the glass crusher are used to create coasters and flowerpots etc. One average-sized glass bottle can produce five reusable coasters. In addition to reducing waste Azure Beach s initiative also eliminates the carbon footprint associated with importing these small goods as well as from transportin...

SirajPower a leading distributed solar energy provider in the region has announced the completion of work on the solar rooftop project within the Al Tajir Glass Industries facility in Jebel Ali Industrial Area Dubai. Announcing the successful commissioning of the plant SirajPower said it was now fully operational and would be generating 4.6GWh of clean energy annually. The 2.9MWp sustainable energy solution will significantly reduce the facility s carbon footprint offsetting over 2 000 MT of CO2 emissions annually. To put this into perspective this is equivalent to charging nearly 238 million smartphones it stated. With the completion of the Al Tajir Glass project SirajPower further cements its position as a frontrunner in the solar energy industry playing a crucial role in shaping a sustainable future for t...

Emirates has recycled more than 500 000 kilograms of plastic and glass over the course of 2022 by collecting discarded bottles onboard for repurposing. 500 000 kilograms is almost the same weight as a fully loaded Emirates A380 aircraft. Onboard every flight that lands in Dubai Emirates Cabin Crew work hard to quickly separate glass and plastic bottles before they are sent to a recycling plant in Dubai. The glass is separated by colour and crushed. This cullet or recycled glass that is ready to be re-melted is then sent to glass manufacturers in the UAE to include in their batch mix for new bottles. The plastic bottles are cleaned chopped into flakes melted into pellets and sent to manufacturers to make other plastic products. As a result Emirates and Emirates Flight Catering divert thousands of kilograms of glass and plastic away from landfill each year. The glass and plastic recycling initiative onboard was sugge...

Raoom a major glass manufacturing company in Saudi Arabia has awarded a 1.9 million contract to leading German group Benteler for supply of a new laminated glass production line. The installation of the new production line will be fully completed in the first half of 2024 said Raoom Trading Company in its filing to the Saudi bourse Tadawul. Raoom said following the installation and operation of the line it is expected to have a positive impact on the company s financial results in 2024. With this move Raoom plans to expand its local market and exports as well as the boost the kingdom s share in the global market it added .-TradeArabia News Service ...

Emirates Glass LLC one of the leading processors of architectural flat glass in the Middle East and wholly owned by Dubai Investments PJSC has signed a deal with the international technology group Schott to provide high-performance glazing that combines fire-resistance and design freedom in a unique way. With rich colour nuances and an abundance of patterns the new offering opens attractive possibilities for fire-resistant glazing of facades partition walls skylights rooflights doors and windows that meet international safety requirements the company said in a statement. Emirates Glass and Schott offer multifunctional laminated and insulation glass types that are EN (European) and UL (Underwriter Laboratories) certified and deliver barrier times of up to 120 minutes. The portfolio includes high-performance glass types like Pyran and Pyranova and is ideally su...

Oman s Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn) has announced that a deal has been reached with United Energy Company for the establishment of a glass manufacturing plant on a 20 000 sq m area at Sur Industrial City. The project which is being set up at an investment of RO800 000 ( 2.1 milion) is aimed at adding value to the industrial city while also generating job opportunities for the nationals said a statement from Madayn. Sur Industrial City which is affiliated to Madayn has signed a similar contract with Al Muasira United Trading and Contracting Company to build a perfume manufacturing plant on a 20 000 sqm area at a total investment of RO1.5 million ( 3.8 million). This project will be implemented and operated adopting French methods and expertise it added.- TradeArabia News Service ...

Having developed more than 70 different coated products over 400 different glazing options and supplied about 27 million sq m of glass in the last 25 years Emirates Glass plans to expand in the GCC and the wider Middle East region. Celebrating 25 years in the glass business Emirates Glass is currently executing projects across the UAE Kuwait Saudi Arabia Egypt Africa and the UK. The mega projects for Emirates Glass a leading provider of energy efficient architectural glass in the Middle East and a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments are valued at more than AED130 million ( 35.39 million). Underlining the growth trajectory Emirates Glass which is aims to be the preferred glazing supplier that is capable of meeting the ever-increasing demand for high quality energy efficient glass products complying with local and international codes and standards. span ...

Emirates Glass LLC one of the leading processors of architectural flat glass in the Middle East and wholly owned by Dubai Investments PJSC is upgrading its product offering through the installation of the Glaston Vortex Pro Jumbo Series high performance flat tempering line to provide high-quality larger tempered glass. The Glaston Group is a leading global glass company providing high-quality glass processing machines and services for architectural solar appliance and automotive applications. The company s new tempering furnace is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and is designed to produce large glasses that are up to eight meters long. The line is specifically designed to temper high performance coated glass with lowest emissivity and highest quality Emirates Glass said in a statement. The machine is equipped with Edge Control a...

Dubai Investments has teamed up with TotalEnergies to install photovoltaic (PV) rooftop systems on its Emirates Glass and Lumiglass Industries facilities in the UAE promoting the use of solar energy. The implementation of solar panels on the two glass manufacturing facilities will reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 1 200 tonnes annually equivalent to planting approximately 30 000 trees. Constructed with approximately 3 000 PV panels the 1.20 megawatt-peak (MWp) solar rooftop system is expected to produce over 1 900 (MWh) annually. The electricity generated by the solar roof top will cover around 19% of Emirates Glass facilities energy needs. Keeping up with the sustainability initiatives of our Group Company Dubai Investments the leading investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market the Emirates Glass and Lumiglass facilities h...

Sabic a global leader in the chemical industry has launched two grades in a new portfolio of materials that incorporate pre-consumer recycled glass fiber diverted from the waste stream of industrial processes. These polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) LNP Elcrin WF006XXPiQ and LNP Elcrin WF0061XPiQ compounds each reinforced with 30 percent pre-consumer recycled short glass fiber offer mechanical properties and colour equivalency of Elcrin iQ grades that use virgin glass fiber reinforcement. This new technology further decreases the carbon footprint of Elcrin iQ materials which already support the circular economy and help reduce plastic waste by using upcycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) from discarded water bottles. We are continually pursuing new avenues to accelerate carbon neutrality for our materials across our portfolio said Luc Govaerts director Formulation & Application Development for Sabic&rsq...

Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA) the largest industrial company in the UAE outside oil and gas today (November 22) joined the Ministry of Industry & Advanced Technology s (MoIAT) in-country value (ICV) programme as the aluminium company moves towards its goal of doubling its economic impact by 2040. The program is in line with the national strategy for industry and advanced technology Operation 300Bn which aims to position the UAE as a regional and international industrial hub. In this regard Dr. Sultan Al Jaber Minister of Industry & Advanced Technology and Khaldoon Al Mubarak EGA Chairman signed a MoU regarding the implementation of the In-Country Value Program with Omar Suwaina Al Suwaidi Undersecretary at the Ministry of Industry & Advanced Technology and Abdulnasser Bin Kalban Chief Executive Officer of EGA at the 4th Global Manufacturing and Industrialisation Sum...

Emirates Glass has added the highly-effective bird-friendly products to its Emicool range effectively supplementing emerging building standards designed to prevent bird collisions. For this the company a subsidiary of Dubai Investments and one of the largest processors of flat architectural glass in the region has signed an agreement with Feather Friendly Technologies based in Canada to be an authorised dealer of Feather Friendly Bird Collision Technology across the UAE and the GCC region. The products constructed of bird friendly materials meet specified design standards and are intended to reduce bird strikes. The partnership highlights the rising awareness and need for sustainable bird-friendly glass in architecture providing architects a newly tested and safe glass choice for building facades providing good balance between transparency and reflectivity.&nbsp...

Amal Glass a Dubai-based company has launched Version 2 of the unique features Smart glasses for the blind and visually impaired people. It utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enable the users to become self-dependent and eliminates the need for multiple devices or guide dogs and human assistance. Amal Glass Version 2 is completely new and has unique features. It supports Arabic and English languages with plans for adding Spanish French and Hindi. The Mobile Application running on the Android system makes it affordable and updatable. It reads the texts of books magazines computer screens cell phone screens signboards and ATMs. Visually impaired people can go on shopping alone at any time and confidently pay the cash and get back the correct amount it can recognize over 100 banknotes from across the world. The company has started Amal Glass V2 production on a pilot basis. Mohammed Islam the company s Hea...

Azizi Developments a leading private developer in the UAE has announced the signing of a multimillion contract with Febtech Glass Works one of the most renowned glass and mirror works companies in the UAE. As per the deal Febtech will be handling the fabrication supply and installation of shower glass and mirrors for 17 of the buildings in the second phase of Riviera its waterfront development at MBR City in Dubai. Based in Dubai and part of FNG holdings Febtech Glass Works is involved in some of the most prominent projects in the UAE and provides all kinds of glass and mirror solutions. It grew from a small company into a recognised leader in its field with a commitment to delivering the highest-quality work. On the deal Chief Development Officer Mohamed Ragheb Hussein said: Febtech has emerged as the absolute best c...

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) a member of the World Bank Group announced an investment of 40 million in NSG UK Enterprises Limited (NSG UK). NSG UK is a long-standing IFC client and a member of the NSG Group one of the world s largest manufacturers of glass and glazing products for architectural automotive and technical applications. The corporate loan will finance the completion and start of operations of the group s greenfield glass production plant in Argentina with an estimated production of 900 tons per day and help address the macro challenges facing the South American country. Located in an industrial site in Cardales approximately 70 kilometres north-west of Buenos Aires the plant will utilise the latest NSG worldwide technology supporting the achievement of industry and sustainability targets. This includes aspects such ...

The global ultra-thin glass market size is projected to grow from 7.8 billion in 2020 to 14.3 billion by 2025 growing at a CAGR of 13% between 2020 and 2025 a new report by ResearchAndMarkets.com has predicted. Ultra-thin glass is a low-thickness special category glass that is lightweight flexible and has electrical conductivity and sensitivity. It is used in various applications in the consumer electronics automotive & transportation and medical & healthcare industries among others. Ultra-thin glass can be majorly classified into technical or non-technical depending on the processes used during manufacturing. However the negative impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the consumer electronics industry has affected the ultra-thin glass market adversely noted the Ultra-thin Glass Market by Thickness Manufacturing Process (Float Fusion Down-Draw) Application (Semiconductor Substrate ...

Alucopanel a UAE home-grown Aluminum Composite Panel (ACP) brand has announced the launch of the region s first government-approved A1 non-combustible grade ACP particularly recommended for building projects where very high level of fire protection is prescribed especially high-rise buildings or schools hospitals and shopping malls. The A1 ACPs are fully non-combustible and do not produce any smoke in the event of fire offering an ideal sustainable alternative to façade cladding materials. Based on the performance ACPs are classified as A1 A2 B C D E and F. A1 being the highest rating signifying non-combustible materials. The A1 rating is the strictest fire rating standard in the world that validates a product s non-combustible nature. This makes it an ideal choice in the development of high- rise buildings. For a trusted quality proofed foundation these are the products one should look out for said the...

Emirates Glass a subsidiary of Dubai Investments and one of the largest processors of flat architectural glass in the Middle East has recorded manufacturing of more than 1 800 000 sq m of glass products valued at over Dh180 million ( 49.003 million) during 2019. Recording a 10 per cent rise in business as compared to the previous year the company has confirmed more than 40 per cent of business being generated from the UAE said a statement from the company. Higher percentage of customer retention coupled with optimum delivery services have been instrumental in garnering new projects the company has confirmed. Latest products like Emicool Solite and Emicool Sun T Series have been identified as products that facilitated the maximum volumes of sales. Under the varied product portfolio for Emirates Glass the MSVD sputter-coated high performance glass under the EmiCool range of solar control multi-functional Low-E and standard Low-E g...

China s auto glass manufacturer Fuyao Group said that it will invest 46 million in new equipment at its Dayton plant which will bring 100 new jobs to local community. At a ceremony held at Fuyao Dayton plant Ohio Governor Mike DeWine expressed his recognition of Fuyao s contribution to the region said a Xinhua report. Fuyao Glass America (a subsidiary of Fuyao Group) has made a positive impact on the economy of Ohio through its investment and commitment to manufacturing DeWine said. In 2014 Fuyao bought a former General Motors facility closed in the 2008 financial crisis and turned the abandoned plant into a two-million-square-feet factory. It is really good to start off the New Year with this very good news about your expansion here the governor added. We are proud that you ve made the Dayton area ho...

Guardian Glass one of the world s largest manufacturers of float coated and fabricated glass products said it had supplied coated solar control glass to help global petrochemical giant Sabic achieve a zero net energy balance at its Home of Innovation building located in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. Sabic s Home of Innovation is the first single-family home in the Middle East to earn Platinum certification from the US Green Building Council s Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (Leed) rating system. Located in the Saudi capital the 800-sq-m demonstration home is designed and built to generate as much electricity as it consumes over a 12-month period to achieve a zero net energy balance said a statement from US-based Guardian Glass. The home showcases a full range of the latest commercially available technologies that yield net zero energy use water conservation and environmentally responsible building material...

Dubai Investments a leading diversified investments conglomerate said that its glass holding subsidiary Glass LLC has now raked in a 45 per cent market share gaining a stronger foothold and giving a major impetus to the group s growing glass business. With breakthrough advances and innovative concepts in glass solutions the glass business performance has registered a growth in revenue from Dh412 million ( 112.17 million) to Dh562 million ( 153.01 million) over the last five years resulting in a compounded annual growth rate of approximately 35.8 per cent said a statement from the company. Glass provides premium quality glass solutions across a wide array of industries from construction to automotive at a total of five production facilities incorporating glass companies namely Emirates Glass (EG) Lumi Glass (LG) Saudi American Glass (SAG) Emirates Insolaire and Emirates Float Glass (EFG). The company cont...

Emirates Glass the wholly-owned subsidiary by Dubai Investments and one of the largest processors of flat architectural glass in the Middle East has launched its latest technology in glass solutions SmartLite. The state-of-the-art switchable glass changes state in just about 400 milliseconds at the flick of a switch and turns from a clear to an opaque glass panel to create on-demand privacy while also allow for plenty of natural light whenever needed said a statement from the company. SmartLite s hybrid design element helps to create large open-style spaces by providing a clear vision when switched on while its classy milky-white finish integrates flawlessly into contemporary interior architecture when switched off it said. SmartLite glass panels can be cut into different shapes and designs and special colours are available upon request. The glass is suitable in a temperature range of -30 C to 80 C blocks ultraviol...

Emirates Glass a wholly-owned subsidiary by Dubai Investments has announced the launch of the its innovative technology in glass solutions - SmartLite. A state-of-the-art switchable glass SmartLite changes state in just about 400 milliseconds at the flick of a switch and turns from a clear to an opaque glass panel to create on-demand privacy while also allow for plenty of natural light whenever needed said a statement from Emirates Glass. Its hybrid design element helps to create large open-style spaces by providing a clear vision when switched on while its classy milky-white finish integrates flawlessly into contemporary interior architecture when switched off it added. According to the Emirati group Glass SmartLite glass panels can be cut into different shapes and designs and special colours made available upon request. The glass is suitable in a temperature range of -30 C to 80 C blocks ultraviolet rays. Com...

Guardian Glass a leading industrial manufacturer of glass automotive and building products based in Michigan US has introduced three new coated solar control glass products for the Middle East and Africa market. All of these products offer enhanced aesthetics as well as excellent performance product availability and quality said the statement from the US group. They were specifically developed to meet architects requirements for high performance glass where appearance matters as well as building s impact on its surrounding it stated. The SunGuard Double Silver (DS) range from Guardian Glass combines solar or low-e coatings to provide a great balance between light transmission and thermal insulation for commercial building projects said the statement. These high-performance double silver coated solar control glass products are readily available in three new colours tuned to meet the aesthetic requirements o...

Oman s National Fiber Glass Factory a leading manufacturer of glass-reinforced plastics and glass-reinforced concrete is set to build a new manufacturing plant at the Khazaen Economic City located in the sultanate s Barka region said a report. NFF will be pumping over RO1.5 million ( 3.8 million) into the new facility and also aims to introduce a new line of products to support the growing demand for glass-reinforced plastics used in commercial and residential construction across the sultanate reported the Oman Observer. The Omani group will be increasing their capacity to include a new production line at Khazaen for high-quality swimming pool products that are durable easy to use and flexible in design and size it stated. Khazaen is strategically located in Barka between Muscat and Sohar and will cover an area of 52-million sq m in its first stage. The city will serve as Oman s northern logistics hub connecting a n...

Oman s National Fiber Glass Factory a leading manufacturer of glass-reinforced plastics and glass-reinforced concrete is set to build a new manufacturing plant at the Khazaen Economic City located in the sultanate s Barka region said a report. NFF will be pumping over RO1.5 million ( 3.8 million) into the new facility and also aims to introduce a new line of products to support the growing demand for glass-reinforced plastics used in commercial and residential construction across the sultanate reported the Oman Observer. The Omani group will be increasing their capacity to include a new production line at Khazaen for high-quality swimming pool products that are durable easy to use and flexible in design and size it stated. Khazaen is strategically located in Barka between Muscat and Sohar and will cover an area of 52-million sq m in its first stage. The city will serve as Oman s northern logistics hub c...

Gulf Glass a leading glass industry event in the Middle East will be back in Dubai this September alongside Windows Doors & Facades Event (WDF) the region s largest dedicated exhibition for the windows doors and facades industry. Both the exhibitions will kick off at the Dubai World Trade Centre from September 24 to 26 and run in parallel providing industry professionals a unique platform to source innovative products from around the world discover the latest technologies network and learn said the organisers dmg events. Leading brands including Saint Gobain BDF Industries Henry F. Teichmann Horn Glass Industries Bucher Emhart Glass BASF Forma Glass and Lizmontagens have already confirmed their participation they stated. The move comes as industry reports forecast growing business opportunities in the Middle East. According to a recent Meed Projects report the value of construction projects ...

Abu Dhabi s trade in aluminum and copper amounted to around Dh3.4 billion ( 925 million) during the first two months of 2019 up 14 per cent over the same period last year according to the Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD). The trade in the two metals accounts for 9.5 per cent of the emirate s total non-oil trade volume during the two months which is valued at Dh35.8 billion. The trade in aluminum and copper is one of the key feeders to major economic activities primarily construction and real estate and the significant growth in their trade corroborates the prestigious position enjoyed by the emirate in particular and the country in general across this industry. As per SCAD figures the emirate s aluminum exports amounted to Dh1.1 billion from January to the end of February 2 per cent up from Dh980 million during the corresponding period last year. Aluminum re-exports reached Dh16.5 million during the ...

National Oilwell Varco has opened its Fibre Glass Systems manufacturing facility in Dammam Saudi Arabia which is seen as a major stride forward for Saudi Aramco s In-Kingdom Total Value Add (IKTVA) localisation programme. With 24 000 sq m of manufacturing space this facility will be the first local manufacturer of spoolable and jointed GRE pipe. It will also make GRE high-pressure line pipe and downhole tubing and casing. The opening of the complex was attended by a high-level corporate delegation from Saudi Aramco including president and chief executive officer Amin Nasser; Mohammed Y Al Qahtani senior vice president of Upstream; and Ahmad A Al Sa adi senior vice president of technical services. NOV s new Saudi facility is bigger than its original plant in Houston Texas US and is the first reinforced thermoplastic pipe (RTP) manufacturing hub in the kingdom. Bringing composite solutions fro...

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) a member of the World Bank Group is providing up to 100 million in financing to the Middle East Glass Manufacturing Company (MEG) Egypt s leading maker of glass containers. The partnership is designed to support the firm s capital expenditure programme create new jobs and boost Egypt s manufacturing sector. IFC s debt financing package will help MEG ramp up production of its containers which are used by a variety of companies from beverage makers to pharmaceutical firms. This will help MEG expand its international footprint and continue to grow its annual exports. It will also help the company expand locally and create and preserve thousands of jobs. The financing package is part of a larger effort by IFC to support Egypt s manufacturing sector which is a major employer and through exports a key source to foreign currency. Manufact...

Emirates Float Glass a subsidiary of Dubai Investments and a state-of-the-art integrated float glass facility in the UAE showcased its cutting edge technologies capabilities and offerings at the 25th edition of Glasstec International Trade Fair and Conference in Dusseldorf Germany. A global industry event held in the German city from October 23 to 26 Glasstec International Trade Fair brought together 1 200 exhibitors and more than 40 000 visitors from over 100 countries worldwide. A number of Emirates Float Glass delegates attended the event and manned a stall which informed visitors and prospective clients about the EFG offerings from EGF clear and tinted float glass through to its pyrolitic reflective glass range and its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. General Manager Ghassan Mashal said: International trade events such as Glasstec offer us a wonderful opp...

Qatar Industrial Manufacturing Company (QIMC) plans to set up a glass container manufacturing unit at an estimated cost of QR230 million ( 63.16 million) said a report. QIMC has signed an agreement with Germany s GlassGlobal a consulting firm specialised in providing technical and advisory services to the glass industry worldwide in this regard. The design capacity of the project is 200 tonnes per day and it utilises local sand as the main raw material and will need natural gas to melt sand and other raw materials added the Gulf Times report. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed recently on the sidelines of the Qatar German Business and Investment Forum by QIMC chief executive Abdul Rahman Abdullah al-Ansari and GlassGlobal counterpart Andre Ommer. The agreement aims to establish ...

US-based GlasWeld a leader in the auto glass repair sector has launched a programme that will serve as a platform to assist in establishing woman-owned small businesses and the hiring of more female technicians within the glass repair industry. The new program called #WomenRockRepair is designed to inspire and support female technicians through competition sponsorship mentoring and hands-on training as well as operational and business support for women interested in entering the field. Shiloh Spoo president of GlasWeld said: Women all over the world are looking to start their own businesses or grow their careers. The #WomenRockRepair program is all about three core ideas: 1) Inspire women entrepreneurs to consider starting a windshield repair business; 2) Inspire women in the auto glass industry to expand their skill set; 3) Encourage auto glass decision makers to hire more female techs. Some of ...

Emirates Float Glass a wholly-owned subsidiary of leading diversified investments company Dubai Investments has achieved a major safety milestone clocking one million man-hours without loss time injury for the second time in its history. Set up in 2009 EFG is the first state-of-art integrated float glass facility in the country located on a 320 000 sq m plot at the Abu Dhabi Industrial City. EFG supplies regional and international glass processors with premium quality float glass products used in the architectural and automotive industry segments. The products are exported to more than 61 countries spanning South America Europe Australia Far East Asia and Africa in addition to the GCC states said the statement from Dubai Investments. The massive recognition for EFG which is part of Glass LLC reflects its commitment to adhering to occupational health and safety guid...

The market for Flat Glass which is extensively used in construction industry replacing conventional bricks wood and stone is poised for solid growth with its sales likely to surpass the 130-billion mark by 2024 said a report. The positive outlook towards growth in infrastructural spending for building airports and residential buildings coupled with strict amendments regarding use of eco-friendly building materials will drive industry growth according to a new research by Global Market Insights. Strong outlook towards increase in automotive production meeting the global demand owing to rise in middle class income level and the consumer preference for luxury automobile is set to put the flat glass market on a smooth road with its demand likely to exceed 120 million ton by 2024 it stated. Raw materials used in manufacturing flat glass include silica limestone soda ash and natural gas. Volatile raw material prices along with risk o...

The global advanced glass market is poised for solid growth and is likely to be worth more than 110 billion over the next six years said a new study. It should surpass 85 million tons at end of 2024. Rapid industrialisation and urbanization rate in China Brazil and India along with favorable government schemes to boost infrastructure development will support growth of housing construction and automotive industries thereby stimulating advanced glass market demand according to a new research report by Global Market Insights. Rising environmental concerns pertaining to carbon emissions and energy efficiency along with shift in consumer preference towards green buildings and safety products should positively influence advanced glass market growth it stated. Enormous movement of migrants to western countries with regulations regarding environmental concerns enforced by REACH and EPA for residential and non-residential buildings...

The global coated glass market is expected to exceed 24.5 billion by 2024 according to a new research report by Global Market Insights a market research and strategy consulting firm. Rising population and better living standards of people along with stringent regulations pertaining to environmental issues initiated by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) for construction projects will drive coated glass market size said the report. Safety regulations implemented by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) coupled with increasing middle-class disposable income to buy luxurious vehicles will further stimulate industry growth added the report. Increasing demand for clean source of energy along with addition of better aesthetical value to the buildings will drive coated glass market...

Muraba Properties the developer behind Palm Jumeirah s Muraba Residences has commissioned the design of a striking glass pavilion in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) the leading international financial hub and destination for lifestyle arts and culture. Reflecting the companies philosophy of creating extraordinary singular spaces the pavilion was conceptualised by RCR Arquitectes Pritzker prize laureates and designers of Muraba Residences. Nestled in the heart of DIFC s Gate Village Courtyard the installation consists of three floating glass fins that were hand-crafted in the distinctive architectural style of Muraba Residences. Over the course of the installation open for the public to experience until April 2018 a series of three films will be screened on the remarkable glass surfaces the first...

More than 100 experts from the glass industry shared expertise and discussed the latest trends in the architectural glass sector at a conference in Dubai today. Dubai Investments a leading diversified investments company hosted the event - the International Architectural Glass Conference. The event was held under the aegis of Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) through its subsidiary Emirates Glass one of the largest processors of flat architectural glass in the region. The one-day conference held at Dubai Investments headquarters in Dubai Investments Park (DIP) focused on different aspects of the architectural glass sector and included presentations by experts from leading international glass companies and related industries said a statement. The international panel of speakers included John Reeves chairman of GGF Middle East and North Africa (Mena); Phillip Higgins from Gulf Extrusions; Sami Daher from Dow Corn...

Leading German glass manufacturer sedak is set to showcase its new IGU product line sedak isomax with a Ug-value up to 0.23 W/sq m and an example of an all-glass-façade construction at the upcoming Big5 construction expo in Dubai UAE. The company founded at Gersthofen Germany in 2007 is one of the world s leading technology and innovation experts for large insulating and safety glass. With a 10-year experience of manufacturing oversize glass and after having increased the level of automation continuously sedak is regarded as a specialist in this know-how intensive segment said the company in a statement. At the biggest construction event in the Middle East Big5 the German group will show what is possible with glass in the 21st century. The Big 5 will be attended by 300 000 suppliers and buyers of construction products from 120 countries. With two exhibits sedak wil...

Abu Dhabi s trade in aluminum hit Dh2.8 billion ( 760 million) in the first eight months of 2017 accounting for 2.6 percent of the emirate s non-oil economy the total of which amounted to Dh107.4 billion by the end of August according to Statistics Centre-Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi s aluminum exports totaled Dh2.3 billion while imports stood at Dh460 million during the monitored period. The product accounted for 0.06 percent of the emirate s total imports. Aluminum re-exports reached around Dh9 million by the end of August according to SCAD figures. The remarkable growth in the aluminum industry translates the great strides taken across the country s non-oil sector over the past 10 years Wam news agency said quoting industry analysts. Aluminum industry experts surveyed by state news agency Wam attributed the significant growth in the aluminum platform to the g...

Guardian Glass one of the world s largest manufacturers of float and high-performance energy-efficient coated glass products said it has won the contract to supply façade glass for the one-km-high Jeddah Tower being developed by Saudi Arabia s Kingdom Holding Company. The Jeddah Tower (previously known as Kingdom Tower) on completion in 2019 is set to become the world s tallest building. The over 1.2-billion supertall building structure will cover an area of 5.3 million sq m and include 439 apartments 200 hotel rooms 59 elevators and 2 205 parking spaces. It is set to break new world records for tallest building highest occupied floor highest architectural top highest tip and highest sky terrace. As per the contract Guardian Glass will provide more than 400 000 sq m the area of approximately 55 football fields of aesthetic and functional glass panels that meet the iconic landmark s complex energy...

The Middle East Process Engineering Conference (Mepec) currently under way in Bahrain is taking the lead to promote women in the region s energy engineering sectors through a key initiative. The Leadership Excellence for Women Awards (Lewas) is an initiative to encourage role models and champions of female empowerment in the sector to encourage women into engineering profession in the GCC a statement said. In order to get more women to choose engineering as a career choice we as employers need to also take responsibility by doing much more to close the gender gap in the energy sector said Shaikh Mohamed bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al-Khalifa Bahrain s Oil Minister the patron of Mepec s Lewas initiative. The awards recognise women in science and engineering women supporters and organisations which actively support and champion the growth of women in workplaces by constantly mentoring retaining t...

With more than 10 000 construction projects currently active in the GCC the demand for glass and glass related products is booming making Dubai the regional hub for global manufacturers to meet and do business said experts at a key industry event in Dubai. Gulf Glass 2017 the largest flat and container glass event in the region opened its doors yesterday and will run until tomorrow (September 27) at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Over 140 exhibiting brands from 27 countries are taking part in it. It is co-located with FM Expo The Big 5 Outdoor Design & Build Show and Windows Doors & Facades Event where educational sessions and free to attend CPD-certified workshops by acclaimed experts offer valuable insights to attending industry professionals. German exhibitor Jan Ziesak the sales director of Cerion Laser said: Just look outside: it s full of facades and glass everywhere which we can process and decorate;...

A total of 140 leading stakeholders in the glass industry are set to convene at the upcoming Gulf Glass a leading industry event in Dubai UAE. The event runs from September 25 to 27 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event will focus on finished products glass production technology and machinery glass processing & finishing solutions measurement testing & control technology tools replacements and spare parts as well as auxiliary equipment and fitting. Technical Supplies and Services Co (TSSC) the Dubai-based marketing arm of Orwell International the strategic partner and sole distributor of PEL will showcase its newest PEL Bottle Crushers. Glass is a major packaging material and it takes 1 million years for a glass bottle to decompose in the environment. It is estimated that 156 million empty glass bottles or 39 000 tons enter the UAE waste stream every year. Since the majority of these...

Emirates Glass a subsidiary of Dubai Investments and one of the largest processors of flat architectural glass in the region has announced winning mega projects worth Dh100 million ( 27.2million) across the UAE Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. Emirates Glass announced that it is executing more than Dh50 million worth of contracts in GCC countries and has also won contracts for a number of projects across Asia. The new project wins include high performance energy-saving reflective coated glass products for the Ministries Complex in Kuwait the first-ever greenhouse being constructed in Dubai named as The Quran Park the Enterprise Command and Control Center EC3 of Roads & Transport Authority Dubai and ITCC Tower & Maad Tower in Saudi Arabia. Within the UAE the company has also won glass contracts for Akoya Villas Nad Al Sheba Villas Dubai Hills Villas Oud Al Mateena Villas 1017 Yas West Al Yaher Tiara United Tower S...

More than 140 regional and international brands will display their latest products and solutions for industry professionals in the Middle East at Gulf Glass the largest flat and container glass event in the region to be held next month in Dubai UAE. The event will take place from September 25 to 27 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The trade fair is a leading one-stop-shop for all things glass as it hosts suppliers of finished products glass production technology and machinery glass processing and finishing solutions measurement testing and control technology tools replacements and spare parts as well as auxiliary equipment and fitting said a statement from the organisers dmg events Middle East Asia and Africa. Muhammed Kazi event director of Gulf Glass said: The flat glass market is expected to exceed 134 billion by 2023 while the global construction glass market will reach 121.8 million in the next five year...

With more and more developers in the region opting green construction materials for their Expo 2020 projects the use of glass as a prominent building material is becoming popular said experts ahead of Gulf Glass expo in Dubai UAE. One of the largest flat and container glass event in the region Gulf Glass 2017 will see leading companies showcase their latest manufacturing and processing technology from September 25 to 27 at the Dubai World Trade Center. More than 140 regional and international exhibiting brands will be featured face-to-face business interactions facilitated and a consistent customer-centric focus localizing operations and relationships to keep businesses informed and connecting them with relevant consumers according to organisers dmg events Middle East Asia & Africa. Gulf Glass is co-located with The Outdoor Design & Build Show FM Expo and Windows Doors & Façades which will bring even more...

Emirates Glass a subsidiary of Dubai Investments and one of the largest processors of flat architectural glass in the region said that it currently has projects worth Dh110 million ( 29.9 million) on hand and is executing more than Dh60 million ( 16.3 million) worth of contracts in GCC countries. As a step to achieve the projected growth trajectory Emirates Glass has announced the launch of five new coatings including Emicool Superlite Temperable High Performance Coatings with plans to unveil super low thermal transmission glass products as well as a new insulating glass manufacturing facility in the Gulf said a statement from the company. This is part of the company s commitment to produce high performance eco-friendly glass which significantly reduce energy costs in installations it added. Rizwanulla Khan executive president at Emirates Glass said: Our company is on the verge of a major growth curve and the sig...

Emirates Float Glass (EFG) a subsidiary of Dubai Investments has won an award from the Industrial Development Bureau (IDB) in recognition of its environmental health and safety standards in the industrial sector. A hitech integrated float glass facility in the emirates EFG said it is committed to prevent and minimise any adverse occupational health safety and environmental impacts and risks arising from activities products or services. The company stressed that it was committed to a unique carbon management programme since 2012 which covers all aspects of its manufacturing unit be it the use of chemicals disposal of industrial waste and air pollution levels thus maintaining its balanced efforts to achieve sustainable development and upholding responsibilities towards all stakeholders. EFG general manager Ghassan Mashal received the award from Ahmed Helal S Al Blooshi director general of IDB at a recent special function...

Emirates Glass a subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC announced that it currently has projects worth Dh110 million ( 30 million) on hand and is executing more than Dh60 million worth of contracts in GCC countries alone. The company also announced achieving strong results in 2016 compared to 2015 with profits exceeding all previous records reinforcing its growing reputation and market share in the region. As a step to achieve the projected growth trajectory Emirates Glass has announced the launch of five new coatings including Emicool Superlite Temperable High Performance Coatings with plans to unveil super low thermal transmission glass products as well as a new insulating glass manufacturing facility in the Gulf. This is part of Emirates Glass commitment to produce high performance eco-friendly glass which significantly reduces energy costs in installations. Rizwanulla Khan executive president at Emirates Glass said: &...

UAE-based Seoli Innovations has announced the Middle East launch of new smart glass which can be adapted to today s rising design challenges and is ideal for hospitals and residential buildings. Inaugurating its office at Dubai Design District Seoli Innovations revealed its smart glass products catering to developers home owners hospitals and industry professionals allowing them to adopt energy and cost efficient solutions that transform their spaces into flexible and smart living or work experiences said the company in a statement. A key player in the business of selling and installing switchable privacy glass Seoli Innovations pointed out that the smart glass is manufactured according to the highest international standards. It can be customised to the needs of developers it stated. The novel product offers a seamless solution that transforms from a transparent state to an opaque film in a switch o...

Abu Dhabi-based Al Heya Special Glass Factory launched its first Made in UAE blast and bullet resistance glass at the Idex 2017 held in Abu Dhabi last week. The company briefed visitors to its stand on tests carried out last month to check the endurance of the glass describing how it sustained the impact from a 40 calibre round fired from a range of 10 metres said a Wam news agency report. Abdullah Al Mansoori owner of the company told Wam that Al Heya is the first factory manufacturing bullet proof glass in Abu Dhabi and it was established with an aim to bring specialised glass manufacturing to the Middle East. The company has the capacity to engineer its products to suit specific applications or requirements. The glass is also explosion resistant and our production capacity will be around 240 000 sq m per year in flat and curved glass and we are also working to cover all requirements for armoured vehicl...

Abu Dhabi-based Al Heya Special Glass Factory launched its first Made in UAE blast and bullet resistance glass at Idex this week hoping to catch the GCC and Mena region markets through its maiden appearance a report said. The company briefed visitors to its stand on tests carried out last month to check the endurance of the glass describing how it sustained the impact from a 40 calibre round fired from a range of 10 metres reported Wam the Emirates official news agency. Abdullah Al Mansoori owner of the company said that Al Heya is the first factory manufacturing bullet proof glass in Abu Dhabi and it was established with an aim to bring specialised glass manufacturing to the Middle East. The company has the capacity to engineer its products to suit specific applications or requirements. The glass is also explosion resistant and our production capacity will be around 240 000 sq m per year in flat and cu...

Talaya Water a leading drinking water company in Lebanon has launched a new range of water bottles made of glass. Marcel Hage founder and CEO of Talaya Water said: Our main goal is to create awareness among the Lebanese society about the importance of using glass gallons for its uncountable health benefits through maintaining the quality of the water and its purity. Throughout this initiative we are looking forward to a healthier and more active community as well as to help restore lost trust and confidence in the water we drink in our daily lives. The glass gallons can be used with any traditional cooler; however Talaya has also designed a new water cooler to simplify the loading process a statement said. Glass can withstand the density and constant pressure exerted by liquids such as water for extended periods of time. It is a material that does not decompose equipped with the ability to not impart the purity an...

A newly developed gasket tape made of expanded polytetrafluorethylene (ePTFE) that Bob Gore discovered back in 1969 is specifically designed to address the challenges of creating reliable seals in large glass-lined steel equipment Equipment made of glass-lined steel is used when manufacturing or processing aggressive chemicals such as aniline derivatives and sulphuric or hydrochloric acid. The Achilles heel of such systems is the gaskets needed to seal the joints between components. Exposure to aggressive media causes the seals to degrade overtime resulting in damage to equipment and posing a health risk to operators. Replacing the seals costs a great deal of time and effort with a corresponding drop in production output. A newly developed gasket tape made of ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluorethylene) is specifically designed to address the challenges of creating reliable seals in large glass-lined steel equipment. Operators of chemical p...

BMT Cordah a subsidiary of BMT Group the leading international maritime design engineering and risk management consultancy has announced the appointment of Andrew Glass as managing director. Glass will be responsible for leading the business in implementing strategy direction and policy ensuring the company continues to provide an extensive range of specialist services to its UK and international offshore oil and gas customers. Commenting on his new role Glass said: I am extremely excited to be given this opportunity to work with a great team and I m looking forward to leading the organisation in its drive for future growth both here in the UK and internationally. With a wealth of experience in Environment Health and Safety (EHS) from the RSK Group where he held the position of director Glass spent several years in the UAE developing new service lines. He helped bring the business back to profitability achieving financial targets and deliver...

VIRGIN Atlantic passengers will be the first air travellers to experience the benefits of Google Glass technology as they arrive at London Heathrow airport in an innovative pilot scheme that started in the second week of February. Concierge staff in the airline s Upper Class Wing will be using Google Glass and other wearable technology to deliver the industry s most high-tech and personalised customer service yet. The cutting-edge technology is being introduced as Virgin Atlantic publishes the results of a major study of 10 000 airline passengers from across the world on the future of air travel. The results show that as the number of people travelling by plane has sky-rocketed in recent decades the experience has lessened. Working with air-transport specialists Sita the airline is the first in the industry to test how the latest wearable technology can best be used to enhance travel experiences and improve efficiency. When Upper Class passengers step out of thei...

After revealing in April that the Reflection Suite on Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Reflection will feature an all-glass shower extending out over the edge of the ship the modern luxury brand has received so much interest that it has released renderings of the intriguing space. The 1 636-sq-ft Reflection Suite with 194-sq-ft veranda will be Celebrity s first two-bedroom suite complete with its distinctive sea-view bathroom with soothing rain shower and the host of amenities associated with Celebrity s luxury suites including the brand s round-the-clock European butler service. Celebrity s senior VP of Hotel Operations Lisa Lutoff-Perlo was completely transparent about how the brand will preserve the privacy of guests using the unique glass shower: We made a big investment in ensuring our guests can enjoy the shower entirely free of any concerns of being seen said Lutoff-Perlo. They can enjoy breath-taking sea views while discreetly showering courtesy of ...

Located in Heliopolis the Fairmont Towers in Cairo offers 247 guest rooms including 10 suites. It was built to reflect contemporary and art deco designs with an emphasis on Greek Ancient Egyptian and Asian cultures. The atrium displaying metal pillars wire truss holding the glass façade fountains palm trees an artificial river water passages wooden pontoons and floral beds is a masterpiece in contemporary design. In the center of the atrium Café Heliopolis is available for guests to sample its selection of home made ice crea...

Amiantit fiberglass Industries (AFIL) the Saudi based joint venture supplying Glass-reinforced pipes (GRP) to the growing market in the Kingdom proved its expertise in Yanbu with the recent desalination and power plant update at the industrial city. Until undertaking the Al-Madinah - Yanbu project AFIL had been engaged only in manufacturing and supplying Flowtite pipes for various applications. But for this particular project AFIL ventured into a new field - as a subcontractor for the erection and installation of the piping systems. The main contractor Belleli Saudi Heavy Industries entered into an agreement with AFIL for the supply and installation of all Flowtite piping required for the project including such engineering tasks as piping stress analysis calculation and preparation of data sheets for supports anchors expansion joints and bolting as well as field hydro-testing. It was a unique opportunity for AFIL to design manufacture and install the comp...

Diversified technology giant 3M has launched a range of Scotchlite glass bubbles - hollow glass microspheres with a high strength-to-density ratio - which can be used in the oil and gas industry to lower the density of drilling fluids and slurries among other applications. Extensive drilling throughout the world has left a lot of oil fields in a state of depletion. There is still a lot of oil present in the formations but there is no more pressure to produce spontaneously. Economic demands necessitate oil producers to sink more wells into these formations to maintain production levels. Technologies need to be developed to accomplish this claims 3M. One of these technologies is the use of lower weight fluids. Before hydraulic heads needed to be higher than the formation pressure to prevent hydrocarbon production before producers were ready to pump. Nowadays hydraulic heads can be kept close to at or under format...