Al Jaber LEGT Engineering And Contracting Opens Operations At Dubai Industrial City

Dubai Industrial City, a member of TECOM Investments, today announced Al Jaber LEGT Engineering and Contracting (ALEC) LLC, opened its new factory on a 420,000 sq ft plot at the machinery and equipment zone of the industrial destination.

With five manufacturing/processing divisions including rebar, formwork, MEP, ceiling and partition as well as facilities management divisions, the new facility aims to serve the projects undertaken by the construction division of the parent company ALEC.

Sivanand Krishnan, Factory Manager, ALEC said: “We are proud to operate out of Dubai Industrial City as it provides the right business-friendly environment for us in the machinery and equipment zone. In addition to the tremendous support, it also offers top of the range services and facilities including labour accommodation compliant with the Ministry of labour laws; warehouses; open storage yards and commercial space at competitive rates in a very strategic location. Our new facility in Dubai Industrial City is part of a strategic initiative to consolidate the supporting divisions of our umbrella group to improve efficiency across our operations.”

Abdullah Belhoul, Managing Director of the Manufacturing and Logistics Cluster, TECOM Investments, said: “We welcome Al Jaber Group and pledge to provide all necessary support ranging from services to facilities to ensure they operate at maximum capacity. The company joins other regional industry leaders that are already operating at the industrial destination. We are confident ALEC will find the environment suitable for its future business expansion.”

ALEC started in the UAE in 1999, with a firm vision to raise the level of design and construction services and has consistently evolved and grown. Today, ALEC is a preferred contractor for the execution of major construction projects.

ALEC currently operates in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and has delivered developments of the highest quality to key clients. Many of these developments have become significant landmarks in the UAE. The scope of ALEC’s projects includes resort hotels, themed retail developments, high rise towers, airport terminals and commercial buildings.

Located on Emirates Road near the new Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai Industrial City offers a strategic advantage due to its proximity to major highways and the Jebel Ali Port. The 560 million sq ft dedicated manufacturing destination comprises six industrial clusters for food and beverage, base metal, mineral products, chemicals, transport equipment and parts as well as machinery and mechanical equipment.

Designed to incorporate additional facilities for logistics, warehousing and labour accommodation, Dubai Industrial City serves as an integrated one-stop destination, providing tenants with a critical competitive advantage in terms of cost and business efficiencies, as well as strategic location and ability to export goods tariff free to countries governed by bilateral free trade agreements.
 

Infrastructure Works Gathers Pace At Dubai Industrial City

Dubai Industrial City, the region’s leading manufacturing and logistics destination and a member of TECOM Investments, today announced it has appointed industry leaders Wade Adams as contractors to finalize the second phase of infrastructure work. The project is expected to be completed in October 2011.

The scope of work includes the completion of all sewage, water and irrigation and remaining road works as well as the construction of telecommunication networks and DEWA electrical ducts to serve all facilities and active developments.

The scope of proposed works will also include all required testing and commissioning of utilities works.

The project will be managed by TAMDEEN, TECOM’s specialized project management entity.

Abdullah Belhoul, Managing Director of Manufacturing and Logistics Cluster, said: “We are proud to announce the commencement of the second phase of infrastructure works, which underscore our commitment to our business partners. It is also a reflection of the current momentum we have witnessed towards the construction of manufacturing facilities by our business partners.”

Badr Al Gargawi, CEO of TAMDEEN, said: “We are delighted to work with Dubai Industrial City and ensure the project is managed and delivered in compliance with the international industrial standards. We will be working closely with the contractor to guarantee the timely delivery of the project.”

Wade Adams Group, which has the latest technology and expertise to handle construction of the most demanding projects, is currently implementing several projects in the UAE, Qatar, Libya, Oman and Saudi Arabia.

Located on Emirates Road near the new Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai Industrial City offers a strategic advantage due to its proximity to major highways and the Jebel Ali Port. Covering an area of 560 million square feet, it offers a dedicated manufacturing destination comprising six industrial clusters – food and beverage, base metal, mineral products, chemicals, transport equipment and parts and machinery and mechanical equipment.
 

Dubai Industrial City Signs Memorandum Of Cooperation With Entrepreneurs Forum

Dubai Industrial City, a member of TECOM Investments, today announced it has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the UAE-based Entrepreneurs Forum in support of a joint effort by the two organizations to create a platform for encouraging and supporting UAE nationals to actively participate in the growth of the national economy and establish the concept of self-employment among young citizens.

The initiative also aims to develop the small and medium enterprise sector in the region, through the exchange of experience and management practices.

The Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between Abdullah Belhoul, Managing Director – Manufacturing and Logistics Cluster, and Abdul Sahib Al Sajwani, Secretary of the Entrepreneurs Forum.

Belhoul said: “We are committed to fostering the growth of the small and medium enterprise sector in the UAE and increasing the participation of nationals in the industrial sector. The agreement will enable members of the Entrepreneurs Forum to have access to various industrial facilities that the city provides at preferential rates as well as support in terms of shared experience and best practices.”

Dubai Industrial City will provide facilities for members of the Entrepreneurs Forum in the leasing of warehouses, labour accommodation and commercial offices, establishing industrial projects and marketing their products through internal and external marketing channels.

Al Serkal said: “The aim of Entrepreneurs Forum has been to encourage and support young nationals to adopt awareness about the growing importance of small businesses through inculcating them with leadership and cognitive skills. We believe the key to the region’s economic growth is measured by driving employment, ensuring the successful diversification of the economy and helping these new markets to become more competitive on the international stage. Our agreement with Dubai Industrial City reflects the commitment of both organisations towards fostering this principle.”

Located on Emirates Road near the new Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai Industrial City offers a strategic advantage due to its proximity to major highways and the Jebel Ali Port. The 560 million sq ft dedicated manufacturing destination comprises six industrial clusters for food and beverage, base metal, mineral products, chemicals, transport equipment & parts and machinery & mechanical equipment.

Designed to incorporate additional facilities for logistics, warehousing and labour accommodation, Dubai Industrial City serves as an integrated one-stop destination, providing tenants with a critical competitive advantage in terms of cost and business efficiencies, as well as strategic location and ability to export goods tariff free to countries governed by bilateral free trade agreements.

Established in Dubai in 2004, the Entrepreneurs´ Forum focuses on supporting and developing small and medium businesses in both Dubai and the UAE. Towards this objective, it continues to build strategic agreements with organizations that pursue a shared vision and has to date created a membership base of over 1,000 small and medium businesses.