Antigua and Barbuda: AUA Antigua project
American University of Antigua (“AUA” or the “University”) was founded in 2004 in Antigua and Barbuda as a for profit higher education institution which prepares students to practice medicine in the United States. Owned by the Manipal Group (“Manipal”), a global leader in education with operations in Asia, the Middle East, and the Caribbean, AUA currently enrolls over 1,400 students. The proposed project consists of providing long-term financing to support the origination of new loans for AUA students over the next three years (the “Project”). Prior to the global financial crisis, AUA students had been able to directly obtain long-term financing from U.S. private commercial banks.
Continued attraction of offshore medical students to Antigua is expected to have positive impact on the local economy by supporting in a sustainable fashion: (i) increased tax collections; (ii) development of the island nation’s tourism and other service related industries (property management, catering, construction, etc.); and (iii) employment of local support staff. While Antigua and Barbuda’s small population of 80,000 enjoys a reasonable standard of living, the island nation is susceptible to external factors (lower remittances, reduced tourism revenues, natural disasters) and remains one of the most indebted (as % of GDP) nations in the region.
Manipal’s global approach to education provides flexibility in the deployment of medical workers and use of educational infrastructure. AUA’s program fulfills a specific U.S. market requirement, while also potentially reducing the relocation of non-U.S. nationals who might otherwise leave markets also experiencing medical shortages.
AUA’s affiliation with the Mount St. John’s teaching hospital in Antigua provides financial and potentially medical support to a medical facility that supports local patient care. In addition, AUA has established, in collaboration with the Antiguan government, the Center for Tropical Diseases, an institution that conducts research on infectious diseases particular to Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia, and Africa. Both types of collaboration support improvement of the health and living condition of the local population.
Total project cost: $30 million
30 Jun 2009
American University of Antigua Ltd.
2 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
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Argentina: Grupo ASSA project
Grupo ASSA Worldwide S.L. (“Grupo ASSA” or “Company”) is a leading midsized pan-LAC IT services provider that offers:
- Business Process Transformation, including project management office, business process management and people management;
- IT services, software integration and development, including the planning, development, implementation and management of ERPs (JD Edwards Oracle, SAP) systems, applications, and development of customized software applications
- Application Outsourcing, including maintenance and operation of software applications (application management services);
- Integration Technology Services, including SOA services, application development around SAP and Oracle, Web 2.0 and E-Commerce integration and object-oriented development services for Java, Oracle JD Edwards, Java and .Net.
The Company currently has offices and development centers in Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and Chile. ASSA is a recognized regional leader in application management services, with a near-shore/offshore multi-sourcing delivery model and a strong, ubiquitous corporate culture across different countries. It has +700 SAP and JDE consultants, serving over 40,000 end-users more than 30 countries across 3 continents. The company is the largest system integrators for SAP and Oracle platforms in Argentina.
Grupo ASSA is legally incorporated in Spain but founded and with administrative headquarters in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Total project cost: $10 million
30 Jun 2009
Grupo ASSA Worldwide S. L.
Ing Enrique Butty 220
Piso 15 – C1001AFB
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel: 54-11-4510-7224
www.grupoassa.com
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Argentina: Production of sugar confectionery and chocolates project
Arcor S.A.I.C. (Arcor or the Company) is a locally-owned company, specialized in the production of sugar confectionery and chocolates, cookies, ice creams and food products, and one of Argentina’s largest exporters and private sector employers. The project entails providing a corporate loan to Arcor to finance part of the company’s long-term working capital needs.
The proposed investment further supports a large Argentine-based South-South player which provides direct employment to more than 20,000 people and has increased its tax payments to the government. Arcor’s operations and facilities, most of which are located in the interior of the country (including frontier provinces), act as key drivers of development for its surrounding communities. The Company enhances the competitiveness of the food supply chain, providing financial and/or technical support to farmers, suppliers and distributors.
The Total project is estimated at $70 million.
30 Jun 2009
ARCOR S.A.I.C.
Gerencia de Relaciones Institucionales
Maipu 1210, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel: (54 11) 4310-9500
www.arcor.com.ar
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Argentina: Transportation and Warehousing of Exolgan S.A project
Exolgan S.A. operates the second largest container port terminal in Buenos Aires. The terminal is located at the Dock Sud area, about 8 km south of BA. The terminal handled about 500,000 TEU in 2007.
Exolgan is implementing an investment program including (1) dredging, construction and extension of the berths and the container yard, (2) purchase of new equipment and land; and (3) other investments including upgrading IT system and facilities.
The project will strengthen the Argentine port sector by helping to expand a key container handling facility to better serve Argentine exports and imports. As cargo volumes continue to grow with Argentina’s economic growth and increasing integration with global markets, port facilities will need to be expanded and modernized. The investment will help address Argentina’s need for additional port capacity and increase trade by helping ensure the efficient and timely export of containerized cargo. The investment would help to: (i) reduce the cost of transportation and thereby benefit shippers, shipping lines and consumers alike, (ii) encourage neighboring ports to increase their own efficiency and, therefore, serve as a catalyst for increased trading activity in the country; and (iii) result in more revenues (port fees) to Argentina and additional employment.
The Total project is estimated at $102 million.
30 Jun 2009
Exolgan
Alberti 1780
(B1871ESF) Dock Sud,
Avellaneda, Bs.As., Argentina
www.exolgan.com
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Argentina: Timbues Soybean Crushing Plant project
The plant includes:
- an 8,500 metric ton (mt) per day soybean crushing facility,
- a soybean dehulling facility,
- a steam and 17MW electrical energy cogeneration unit,
- meal storage capacity of 110,000 mt,
- oil tanks with 45,000 mt capacity,
- storage facility for 300,000 mt soybean, and
- handling facilities.
The project expands the capabilities of the company’s existing grain river port terminal beyond origination, port services and exporting of grain, to include crushing and exporting product.
Noble Argentina is a commodity trader based in Argentina that offers a range of agricultural commodity products, as well as logistics and technical services. The company has been operating for slightly more than 5 years, and within that period has grown to become the 10th ranked exporter of soybean, corn and wheat from Argentina.
Noble Argentina was established in 2001 following Noble Group Limited’s purchase of Andre & Cie’s Asia assets and subsequent expansion into producing countries such as Argentina. Noble Group Limited (“Noble Group” or “the Group”) remains the 100% indirect owner of Noble Argentina.
Project cost for the construction of the crushing plant is estimated at $230 million.
30 Jun 2009
Noble Argentina S.A.
Carlos Pellegrini, 1163 – 9/Piso
C1009 ABW, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel Number : +54 11 4131 7100
Fax Number: +54 11 4131 7120
www.noblegrain.com.ar
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Argentina: Major agribusiness groups project in Argentina
Aceitera General Deheza S.A. is one of the major agribusiness groups in Argentina. AGD core business is the origination and processing of oilseeds and the export of edible oils and meals. The company is the largest exporter of peanuts in Argentina and operates agricultural land. As part of its diversification strategy, the company also produces higher value added consumer products such as refined and bottled vegetable oil, confectionary peanuts, peanut butter, mayonnaise, and soybean milk. The project entails providing a loan to AGD to finance its capital expenditures program and related working capital.
AGD provides farmers with technical assistance, sending agronomists to the producers’ farms, several of them located in the poorer northern part of the country. The project includes the construction of storage facilities to expand its sourcing in marginal rural areas located in frontier provinces, which will benefit farmers located in areas with poor infrastructure. In addition, through its controlled Agroaval SGR (Reciprocal Guarantee Corporation) and structured financial products, AGD facilitates its network of producers access to credit at improved conditions and reduced financial cost.
AGD has a strong corporate social responsibility culture, supporting a variety of social programs in General Deheza, a city of about 10,000 inhabitants and the site of its main plant.
The Total project is estimated at $220 million.
30 Jun 2009
Aceitera General Deheza S.A.
Avenida E. Madero 1020, Piso 16
1106 Buenos Aires
Argentina
Tel: (5411) 4318-1800
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Argentina: Medanito S.A of oil and gas exploration and production project
Medanito S.A.is a mid-size Argentinean company active in oil and gas exploration and production (“E&P”), liquefied petroleum gas (“LPG”) production, and natural gas treatment services. The company’s main assets are the Aguada del Chivato E&P concession in Neuquen Province, and the Catriel Gas Complex in Rio Negro Province. The company holds five other marginal E&P concessions in the Neuquen basin (at various stages of exploration and production), and an early-stage forestry business. Current oil and gas production net to Medanito is 1,275 barrels per day (“b/d”) and 16,900 thousand cubic feet per day (“mcf/d”), respectively. The company also produces 130 tones per day (“T/d”) of LPG, and 46 T/d of natural gasolines. Medanito has requested IFC to provide a financing package of up to $33 million to partially fund its 2008-2011 capital expenditure program, consisting of:
Drilling programs aimed to develop hydrocarbon reserves;
Expansion of processing and storage facilities;
Exploration activities; and
Refinancing of short and medium-term debt.
Total project cost is estimated at $68 million.
30 Jun 2009
Medanito S.A
Paseo Colon Av. 439 – 4th Floor
(C1063ACE) Ciudad de Buenos Aires
Argentina
Tel: (54-11) 5167-0736
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Argentina: FV Argentina II project
Expansion, upgrade and maintenance of its production facilities in Argentina.
Acquisition and modernization of small companies in Argentina with operations in complementary sub-sectors.International expansion. Working capital requirements to support FV’s higher level of operations.
The project cost is estimated at about $40 million.
30 Jun 2010
FV S.A.
Bdo. De Irigoyen 1053
(B1604AFC) Florida Oeste
Prov. De Buenos Aires
Argentina
Tel: (5411) 4730-5300
Fax: (5411) 4730-5310
http://www.fvsa.com
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Bangladesh: Investment program for the development in Bangladesh
Investment program for the development of capital markets and institution building, infrastructure, general manufacturing and services and innovative projects in health and education. In addition, the project is expected to have the following development impact:
The Fund is expected to invest in growth companies that will generate new jobs.Support for SMEs: This Fund will support equity investment in small and mid-sized companies, most of which are expected to qualify at the time of investment as SMEs under the World Bank Group’s definition.
30 Jun 2009
Bangladesh Government
50 Mohakali 12th Floor,
Dhaka – 1212, Bangladesh
Tel: +880 1711 526936
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Bangladesh: Growth of a leading food company project in Bangladesh
The proposed corporate investment program will support the continued growth of a leading food company in Bangladesh to expand capacity, improve operating efficiencies and exploit domestic and export market opportunities. The company’s growth has an extended reach on the local economy around production sites, with significant benefits for employment, farming, local SMEs as well as taxpayers.
The existing PRAN facilities receive water from own tube wells and electricity from the national grid. Two facilities are equipped with sewage and/or wastewater treatment plant as required and the ETP in the third facility is currently under construction.
All PRAN facilities are located in rural areas and nature of the operations does not present significant safety and security risks to nearby communities. Land Acquisition and Involuntary Resettlement as part of the proposed Project, the Company will not be acquiring new land.
30 Jun 2009
PRAN Group
Property Heights 12,
R.K. Mission Rd., G.P.O.Box: 83
Dhaka 1203
Tel: 880-2-9563126, 7167412, 7167416
Fax: 880-2-9556415
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Belarus: Wholesale and Retail Trade project
During the Construction phase, Strominvest will act as the project administrator and main contractor at an arms-length basis and Erilin will provide for the necessary financing. On completion of construction, the building’s ownership will be transferred to Erilin. Total project cost on completion is estimated to be around EUR16 million (approximately $24 million equivalent). 50% of the project cost up to EUR8 million ($12 million equivalent) is financed by Erilin, of which EUR5.1 million ($7.7 million equivalent) has already been provided, and IFC has been approached to provide the balance 50%, up to EUR8 million (approximately $12 million equivalent), to Erilin as a long-term loan.
The project will support a private sector company to diversify its operations as well as facilitate the development of the commercial infrastructure in Minsk by addressing the current commercial building supply shortage. It is also expected that the availability of Class A buildings will facilitate the entrance of Russian and other international businesses into Belarus, thereby contributing to FDI inflows and private sector development. IFC’s requirement for Strominvest to implement and maintain high environmental, fire and life safety and social standards, including utilizing international Property Appraiser, obtaining Construction All Risk and Property Damage insurances will have a demonstration effect on other firms in the industry.
The project will create new employment, both directly and indirectly. It will provide additional direct employment in the maintenance and service areas. In addition, temporary employment will be provided to local labor during the construction phase.
The project cost is estimated at about $23 million.
30 Jun 2009
Erilin Holdings Limited
Tel. +357 99 52 8929
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Belarus: Rubliovskiy supermarkets project
The Opening of 20 new Rubliovskiy supermarkets in Minsk and the regions.
The construction of 6 new Class A and B+ warehouses in Belarus and development of a logistics business.
The project will roll out in phases between 2008 and 2012 at a total estimated cost of $110 million.
The project will be located throughout and in the proximity of the six main city centers of Belarus.
30 Jun 2012
Millex International Limited in Belarus
Telephone:+375 17 237-93-48
www.rtl.by
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Belarus: Retail infrastructure project in Belarus
The A1 Group (the A1 Group or the sponsor) plans to open 128 discount stores in the six largest cities of Belarus, which the sponsor plans to complete by 2010. Discount stores are characterized by low numbers of Stock Keeping Units (SKUs), limited in-store service, and, as a result, low prices. The first stores will open in Minsk, and will be followed by stores in other Belarusian cities. The sponsor has an expected ratio of owned to rented stores of 40:60. These stores, located in residential areas, will have an average trading area of 500 m2 and will serve low- to mid-level income customers.
30 Jun 2010
Tigullio Holdings
IOOO BelMarket
Logoysky Trakt 50
Akvabel Hotel
4th Floor
Minsk, Belarus
Tel: +375 17 237 9425
Fax: +375 17 237 9433
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Brazil: Latapack-Ball project
The project will support a Brazilian manufacturer of competitive products. The investment program contemplates the modernization and expansion of Latapack’s Bahia plant and is expected to result in increased employment in the area. The construction of a new facility in Três Rios contemplated by the investment program is also expected to bring additional employment, training and supply linkage opportunities to the local population, as well as temporary employment opportunities during the construction phase. In total, the project is expected to create approximately 100 direct jobs and 400 indirectly.
Latapack’s investment program is scheduled to be implemented during the 2008-2010 period, and its total size is estimated at $135 million. IFC is considering extending an A loan of approximately $25 million to fund part of the program and syndicating $110 million in B loans to finance the remainder of the company’s 2008-2010 financing needs.
30 Jun 2010
Latapack-Ball Embalagens Ltd
Rua do Rocio, 199 – 7º andar
Sao Paulo, SP – Brazil
04552-000
Tel: + 55 11 2171-2423
Fax: +55 11 2171-2401
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Brazil: Installation of a new plant project at the edge of Jacareí
The project consists of the installation of a new plant at the edge of Jacareí, about 80km from Sao Paulo city. The new plant will modernize and upgrade Armco’s production capabilities, most notably giving it capacity to process 20kg/mm steel coils whereas it is currently has capacity for only 10kg/mm coils, increasing efficiencies. The project will be implemented in 2008-2009 and is estimated to cost $68 million equivalent. The primary investments include:
- 31 ha of land,
- civil works and erection of about 55,000m2 of production and warehouse facilities,
- acquisition and installation of state of the art equipment and renovating existing equipment. IFC is considering extending a loan of approximately $25 million to fund the project.
31 Dec 2009
Armco do Brasil S.A.
Rua Zacarias Alves de Melo, 180 – Vila Prudente
Sao Paulo – SP – Brazil
Telephone: (55 11) 6343-2876
Fax: (55 11) 6343-2877
www.armco.com.br
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Brazil: Build and Expand two sugar and ethanol mills in Goias
The investment program includes:
- doubling capacity at its Quirinopolis mill (Goias) from 2.25 to 4.5 million mt,
- building a 2.25 million mt greenfield mill in Cachoeira Dourada (Goias),
- increasing electricity co-generation capacity from sugarcane bagasse by 58MW,
- the purchase of farm equipment,
- planting 25,100 hectares of cane on own and rented land, and
- additional working capital.
Total project cost amounts approximately $355 million.
The project will support the corporate investment program of a competitive Brazilian sugar producer. It will contribute the continued growth of USJ by helping the company:
- expand its sugar and ethanol production capacity by 82% from 5.5 million mt to 10 million mt in Goias,
- increase cogeneration capacity from 28MW to 86 MW during harvest season,
- provide third party supply contracts to new farmers, representing additional 31,500 hectares,
- create 850 additional jobs in agriculture and the mill, which in turn will contribute to the expansion of two municipalities, and
- contribute climate change benefits through the substitution effects from displacing fossil fuels with ethanol.
31 Dec 2009
USJ Acucar e Alcool S.A.
Fazenda Sao Joao, CP 13 / CEP 13600-970 –
Araras – São Paulo, Brazil
Tel: + 55 19 3543 7800
http://www.usj.com.br
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Brazil: Expand its cotton production capacity project
Increasing the planted area by 52,000 ha by expanding its second harvest area (planting of two crops on a same plot within the same harvest year) and leasing areas adjacent to its current farms. adding a new farm already purchased in the Bahia state with a total 21,000 ha of planted area. adding two new areas in the Brazilian Savannah region to increase planted area by 42,000 ha; and - financing incremental working capital needs.
The project cost is estimated at about $40 million.
30 Jun 2009
SLC Agricola S/A
Tel: 55 51 3230-7799
Laurence.gomes@slcagricola.com.br
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Brazil: Electricity Distribution project
Modernize and expand the company’s distribution network to connect new customers and meet rapid energy demand growth. improve the reliability and quality of electricity served and enhance operational efficiency, through energy losses reduction, IT system upgrades, work facilities consolidation and energy efficiency initiatives.
The project cost is estimated at about $307 million.
30 Jun 2009
Companhia Energetica do Maranhao
Av. Cel. Colares Moreira, 477, Renascenca II
São Luís, MA, Brasil
Tel: (98) 3217-2137
Fax: (98) 3217-2257
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Brazil: Build and Operate two dynamically positioned semi-submersible offshore drilling rigs project
The project is to build and operate two dynamically positioned semi-submersible offshore drilling rigs capable of working in water depths of up to 2,400 m and 2,000 m, respectively, under charter and service contracts executed with Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (Petrobras) in Brazil.
Schahin Engenharia S.A. (Schahin), the flagship company of the Schahin Group, will operate these rigs which will be owned by separate special purpose offshore group companies. The rigs are expected to be mobilized by 2009 and 2010, respectively.
The total estimated project cost, including interest during the construction period, is $1,013 million. A $800 million debt financing for these rigs is being Lead Arranged by West LB, Bayerische Hypo and Vereinsbank, Mizuho Corporate Bank and Standard Chartered Bank.
30 Jun 2010
Schahin Engenharia S.A
Rua Vergueiro, 2009 Vila Mariana CEP: 04101-905 São Paulo SP Brazil
Tel: (55) 11 5576-8250
Fax: (55) 11 5576-8184
www.schahin.com.br
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Brazil: Production and logistics capacity project
The Project program includes:
- The expansion of its Extrema (state of Minas Gerais) and three of its Guarulhos (state of Sao Paulo) plants;
- The construction of a new distribution center and administrative offices in Guarulhos;
- The construction of a new plant;
- Incremental working capital.
The project cost is estimated at about $30 million.
30 Jun 2010
Pandurata Alimentos Ltda
Tel: +55-11-2142-9438
robertof@bauducco.com.br
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Cambodia: Transportation and Warehousing project
The project will have a significant development impact on the Cambodian economy. The RGC is aggressively promoting tourism, especially in the Angkor temple complex near Siem Reap and the coastline near Sihanoukville. Tourism has the potential to become one of the most important sectors of the economy. Expansion and modernization of the airports’ infrastructure is viewed as critical to the RGC’s coordinated efforts to grow the tourism industry as the airports are an essential component of the infrastructure required to support international tourism to Cambodia. In this context, the proposed project would expand the international airports of SIA and SRIA and help the country develop the value of its unique cultural assets of Angkor temples and its coastline. The project will also raise operating efficiency and service levels at SRIA and SIA by adjusting airside and landside capacity to expected passenger traffic, and help SCA meet performance standards established under the Concession Agreement. Finally, the project’s success will encourage foreign investments and further private sector participation in infrastructure projects in Cambodia and privatization of airports in East Asia in general.
The proposed project consists of:
- The terminal capacity increase at SRIA to provide service to the increasing passenger growth;
- The capital investments required at SIA in 2008-10, should traffic at the airport increase in accordance with the company’s projections.
30 Jun 2010
Societe Concessionaire de l'Aeroport
1 cours Ferdinand de Lesseps
F-92851 Rueil Malmaison Cedex
Tel: +33 1 47 16 43 34
Fax: +33 1 47 16 38 82
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Chile: Construction and Operation of the 46 MW Totoral Wind Farm
The project comprises the construction and operation of the 46 MW Totoral Wind Farm in Chile’s IV region, on a site located between the Pacific coast and the Pan-American Highway. The project will comprise of 23 x 2 MW turbines and will include a 4km 66kV transmission line to a substation at the main 220kv grid of the Sistema Interconectado del Central (‘SIC”), Chile’s largest grid system. Operation is scheduled to begin in November 2009.
The total project cost is approximately $140 million.
30 Nov 2009
Norvind S.A.
Totoral Wind Park
SN Power Chile
Av. Vitacura 2939, office 2801
Edificio Millenium
Las Condes, Santiago
www.snpower.no
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Chile: Circulated fluidized bed (CFB) Technology thermal power project
The proposed project consists of the construction and operation of 2x165MWe circulated fluidized bed (CFB) technology thermal power units in northern Chile to be fired by a combination of coal, petroleum coke, and biomass fuels. The project sponsor is Suez Energy Andino (project sponsor), a subsidiary of Suez S.A. (France). The first 165MWe unit (Unit 1) is to be developed by Central Termoeléctrica Andina S.A., (CTA), while the second 165MWe unit (Unit 2), with essentially the same characteristics, will be developed through a separate special purpose company. Both Unit 1 and 2 will be selling power to the spot market. To hedge the exposure against spot market volatility, Unit 1 already signed a 21-year financial contract or power purchase agreement (PPA) with Corporación Nacional del Cobre S.A. (Codelco), a Chilean state-owned copper mining company, for 150 MW capacity sales. Furthermore, with respect to Units 1 and 2, CTA entered into a turn-key contract with Cobra Instalaciones y Servicios S.A. (Cobra), a company of ACS S.A. (Spain).
30 Jun 2009
Central Termoelectrica Andino
Av. Apoquindo, 3721 / Piso 8
Las Condes, Santiago
Tel: 56 2 290-0418 (0400)
Fax: 56 2 290-0402
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India: Chemical and Petrochemical Investment Region (PCPIR) project in Nayachar
The construction of the port will be completed before the proposed Petroleum, Chemical and Petrochemical Investment Region (PCPIR) project comes up in Nayachar near Haldia in East Midnapore district.
The PCPIR project will comprise a chemical hub at Nayachar island and industrial units in the adjoining Haldia region.
The central government plans to build chemical and petrochemical hubs in different parts of the country under its PCPIR policy.
Bijoy Chatterjee, the central chemicals and petrochemicals secretary, who was also present at the press conference, said the central government would shortly sign an agreement with West Bengal, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh, the states where PCPIR projects are coming up.
30 Nov 2009
Department of Information Technology, Government of West Bengal
4 Camac Street, Kolkata 700 016
Tel: 91 33 2282 1952-54
Fax: 91 33 2282-1944
www.itwb.org
http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/News/News-By-Industry/Transportation/Shipping--Transport/West-Bengal-plans-to-build-small-port/articleshow/4536210.cms
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India: bridge project by Gammon
Infrastructure development company Gammon Infrastructure Projects today said it has secured Rs 566 crore loan from a consortium of bankers for its special purpose vehicle Rajahmundry Godavari Bridge.
Rajahmundry Godavari Bridge, the SPV incorporated for implementing a bridge project in Andhra Pradesh has achieved the financial closure with a consortium of bankers for an aggregate loan amount of up to Rs 566 crore," Gammon Infra said in a filing to the Bombay Stock Exchange.
The estimated project cost of the bridge is Rs 861 crore, it further said.
Under the project, Gammon Infra would implement the work related with design, construction, finance, operation and maintain a major bridge across the river Godavari connecting Rajahmundry and Kovvur in Andhra Pradesh.
The project is entitled to a central government grant of Rs 1,18.6 crore and Rs 88.95 crore from the Andhra Pradesh government. According to the company, the project is on BOT (build, operate and transfer) basis for a period of 25 years, which includes a construction period of three years.
Shares of Gammon Infra surged 5 per cent to hit its upper trading limit of Rs 117.50 on the BSE.
31 Dec 2012
Gammon India Limited
Veer Savarkar Marg,
Prabhadevi,
Mumbai 400025
Tel: +91-22-67444000
Fax: +91-22-2430 0221
gammon@gammonindia.com
http://www.gammonindia.com
http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/gammon-achieves-rs-566-cr-financial-closure-for-bridge-project/62952/on
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Chile: Hydro power plant in Tinguiririca
The project (La Confluencia or the project) consists of the development, construction, and operation of a 158 MW run-of-the-river hydro power plant to be located in the Tinguiririca and Portillo Valleys east of the city of San Fernando in Region VI of Chile. The project area is located in the foot hills of the Andes Mountains, approximately 75km south east of the city of San Fernando. Being a run-of-the-river hydropower plant, the project will generate power at a very low cost and will be among the first power plants in the system to be dispatched. The project is located in a remote and mountainous area and is expected to have a very small environmental footprint. The project supports the World Bank Group’s emphasis on promoting low-cost renewable energy.
Total project cost is estimated at $334 million.
30 Jun 2009
Hidroelectrica La Confluencia S.A.
Av. Isidora Goyenechea 3520, Piso 10, Santiago, Chile.
Tel: 56 2 519 4300
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/5d722552fe8cb21785257323006d9180?opendocument
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Chile: Hydro power plant in VII Region of Chile
The company’s initial project, Lircay, is a 20 Megawatt (MW) run-of-river hydropower project located along the Lircay River in the VII Region of Chile, approximately 30 km to the northeast of the city of Talca. The project is expected to have a construction period of approximately 18-24 months. The Lircay hydropower project takes advantage of water rights owned by the Canal Maule Association, a long-established irrigation group formed mainly by medium and small agriculturists and with approximately 2,200 shareholders. The Association utilizes water in the Maule River that is stored upstream in the Maule Reservoir, diverted at the Armerillo intake and distributed through two primary canals – Maule Norte Alto and Maule Norte Bajo. The Lircay project is made possible through a surplus of water during wet periods of the year and as a result of topographic relief at a point on the Maule Norte Bajo that over looks the confluence of the Corel and Lircay rivers. Up to 28.20 m3/sec of canal flow and a head of 107 meters are available at this location. During the season of irrigation (mid-September through mid-April) water is available for power generation only to the extent that flow exceeds irrigation requirements. The rest of the year water is available up to the 54.32 m3/sec of water rights owned by the Association. The company has used the 40-year period of record for flow in the Maule River to optimize the size of the Lircay plant for year-round operation. Infrastructure required for the Lircay project includes a diversion structure on the Maule Norte Bajo canal, a 2,950 meter-long canal to bring the diverted water to a point overlooking the powerhouse, a 520 meter long steel penstock pipe to the powerhouse, and a powerhouse with two Francis-type turbine-generator groups with a 9.7 MW capacity each. Water flow required for the powerhouse at full generating capacity is 22 m3/sec. As part of the project the company will also construct a 25 km transmission line to CGE’s Maule Substation in San Clemente.
The total project cost is estimated at $23.3 million.
30 Jun 2009
Hidromaule S.A.
Av. Presidente Kennedy 5757 Of. 802, Las Condes
Santiago
Tel: (562) 245-3600
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/0cb8bf59f58f5910852573f5007971f8?opendocument
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Bosnia and Herzegovina: Automotive components production project
The project is a 4-year capital investment program for Cimos d.d. to increase production capacity, improve efficiency and productivity and to modernize its automotive components production facilities in Bosnia & Herzegovina. The project will enable Cimos to increase supply of quality competitive products to the European automotive manufacturing cluster.
31 Dec 2010
Head of Environmental, Health and Safety Unit
Cesta Marezganskega upora 2
6000 Koper, Slovenia
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/72be83c3660bec36852574430077b2dc?opendocument
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China: Construction and operation of a ammonia/urea complex in Dazhou
The proposed project involves the construction and operation of a 400,000 tons per annum (tpa) and 450,000 tpa ammonia/urea complex in Dazhou city, Sichuan, China. Dazhou Koyo Chemical Industry Co., Ltd ( the company or Koyo) is a company engaged in the small scale production of urea and ammonium carbonate. The company is located in Dazhou, 400 km away from Chengdu City, a poor region of China with rich natural gas reserves. This project will use gas as the primary feedstock.
31 Dec 2009
Dazhou Koyo Chemical Industry Company, Ltd
17/F., Gaosu Tower,
No.30 Xi Mian Qiao Street,
Chengdu, Sichuan, PRC.
PC:610041
Tel: +86 28 8556 4313, +86-139 0819 7765
Fax: +86 28 8555 9168
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/76d496ec5192a791852574b0005c6b8a?opendocument
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India: Solar energy park in Gujarat
Clinton Foundation has decided to sign an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gujarat government for setting up a solar energy park in Gujarat.
A delegation headed by Clinton Foundation President Ira Magaziner called on Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Monday to discuss how the foundation can forge a new partnership with the state government in the area of clean energy.
31 Dec 2009
Gujarat Government
Block No. 1, 5th Floor, New Sachivalaya,
Gandhinagar 382010, Gujarat
Tel: +91-79-23232611
Fax: +91-79-23222101
http://www.gujaratindia.com
http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/002200906082008.htm
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India: Power stock exchange Project
India's northeastern states are keen on setting up a power stock exchange in the region on the lines of Nord pool, the world's first multinational exchange for trading power in the Scandinavian market, Tripura Power Minister Manik Dey has said.
According to the state-owned North Eastern Electric Power Corp (Neepco), the region has the potential to generate nearly 59,000 MW of hydropower, or about 40 percent of
the country's total hydropower potential.
31 Dec 2009
North Eastern Electric Power Corp
Brookland Compound,
Lower New Colony,
Shillong - 793 003, Meghalaya
Tel: (91)-(364)-2224487/2226453
Fax: (91)-(364)-2226417
http://www.neepco.gov.in
http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/004200906081651.htm
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China: China Environment project
China Environment Fund III, LP (CEF III or the Fund) is a 10-year closed-end private equity fund formed by Tsing Capital Co., Ltd (Tsing Capital or the Manager), which is seeking up to $250 million in capital commitments to make equity and equity-linked investments in resource efficiency and environmental sustainability sectors in China.
31 Dec 2009
Tsing Capital Co., Ltd.
A2302, SP Tower
Tsinghua Science Park
Beijing 100084, China
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/90ed622681057b878525742d006c4a01?opendocument
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China: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing project
The project consists of three main components:
- Build a 3MW heat-recovery generation system and a centralized water recycling system in Suqian, Jiangsu province;
- Transform three lines (Suqian, Weihai and Beijing) to produce energy-efficient products such as low-E glass; and
- Enhance furnace energy efficiency by revising design and applying new combustion technology and increasing capacity during cold repair.
The total project cost is estimated at up to $52 million and IFC proposes to provide an A loan of up to $30 million to support the project.
31 Dec 2009
China Glass Holdings Limited
Unit 2608, 26/F, West Tower, Shun Tak Centre
168-200 Connaught Road, Central, Hong Kong
Telephone: (852) 25592996
Fax: (852) 25597669
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/84a293e6580f177f85257427006aa645?opendocument
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China: Agriculture and Forestry project in China
The Nature group of companies comprises China Flooring Holding Co., Ltd, (Nature or the company) an offshore holding company (being incorporated) and its operating companies located in China. Having established itself as the leading solid wood flooring maker in the Chinese domestic market Nature would like to consolidate its position by:
- expanding and modernizing its manufacturing capacity particularly in the laminate and engineered flooring segments;
- securing its fiber supply by investing in own plantations; and
- improving its overall competitiveness through additional investments in brand marketing and distribution.
The company’s investment program which is expected to be implemented over the 2007-2010 period includes expansion of production facilities; establishment of new production facilities for the production of engineered and laminate flooring; backward integration into the production of veneers and core; production of Medium Density Fiberboard, development of plantations in China and continued investment in its brands and distribution channels. By the end of 2008 Nature will own and operate eight plants located in the provinces of Guangdong, Heilongjiang, Jiangsu and Jiangxi in China.
31 Dec 2009
China Flooring Holding
No.8, Longpan West Rd., New District,
Daliang, Shunde, Foshan City
P.R. China, 528300
Tel: 86-757-22916339
Fax: 86-757-22916326
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/003e8462f88c4ca0852574120043d055?opendocument
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China: Plans to Construct and operate two new hospitals project
United Family Hospitals and Clinics (UFH), an existing IFC client, plans to construct and operate two new hospitals targeting the local Chinese population in Guangzhou and Beijing. Each of the new hospitals will be between 100 and 150 beds, compared to 50 beds at each of UFH’s existing hospitals. Fees at these new hospitals are expected to be lower than at UFH’s existing facilities, which primarily serve the foreign expatriate population and wealthy Chinese. In addition to the two new hospitals, the project will include two satellite clinics, an upgrade of the group’s IT infrastructure, and service expansion at its existing facilities.
31 Dec 2009
Chindex International Inc.
02 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District
Beijing 100016 P.R.C.
Tel: +86 (10) 6433 3960
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/991a8ea00aad13658525731c005b5f40?opendocument18,47
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Philippines: GEF Philippines Sustainable Energy project
The Philippines Sustainable Energy Finance Project II ("Phils SEF II" or the "Project") supports the creation of a commercial financing market for sustainable energy (SE) projects in the Philippines. This will assist the Philippines in improving energy security and economic productivity, and promoting private enterprise in the energy sector. Phils SEF II will cover both Energy Efficiency (EE) and Renewable Energy (RE) projects. It will focus on providing three to four local FIs with the support necessary to develop their own portfolio of SE projects.
- improved access to financing for SE projects, which will continue beyond the support of IFC financial instruments and TA;
- growth and business development for private enterprises related to EE/RE projects;
- promotion of more sustainable development, with better use of natural resources and reduction in greenhouse gas emissions; and,
- assistance in correcting market imperfections, and a clearer regulatory environment that will further enable sustainable business development in EE and RE.
This program will support the National Government as it implements both its national energy efficiency and climate change mitigation campaigns.
This project uses $5.3 million of GEF funds to support advisory services ($2.3 million) and risk sharing ($3 million) for financial institutions.
31 Dec 2009
IFC East Asia and Pacific
11th Floor, Tower One, Ayala Triangle
Ayala Ave., Makati City
Philippines
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/70afec3317fb66568525759e006ed185?opendocument
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Philippines: Second Solar cell fabrication facility project in Philippines
SunPower is in the process of completing its second solar cell fabrication facility in the Philippines (the “Project”). The project will result in the completion of twelve solar cell manufacturing lines with an aggregate nameplate capacity of 466 MW.
This investment will support the production of solar cells, which will provide renewable energy. Assuming a module life of 25 years, the project will directly avoid an estimated 90-100 million tons of CO2 emissions, assuming the electrical energy they produce is instead produced through conventional fossil fuel generated electricity.
This project will increase the availability of high-performance and cost-effective solar cells, which is expected to accelerate the solar PV industry’s goal to reach grid parity, such that solar energy is an economically viable energy source without government subsidy.
The total project cost is estimated at $475 million.
31 Dec 2009
SunPower Corporation
3939 N. 1st Street
San Jose, CA 95134 U.S.A.
Tel: 408.240.5500
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/e1b39c9642af9dc3852575780057d33e?opendocument
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Philippines: Nickel, Gold and Copper-gold exploration project in Philippines
The company is continuing exploration activities in the Agusan del Norte Region to definine a nickel laterite deposit which would support development of processing and refining facilities. The company is also continuing exploration activities for copper and gold on its Agusan del Norte tenements while developing partnerships for continuing exploration of tenements in Batangas, Luzon island and other exploration tenements. The Agusan del Norte Region is an established gold producing district with high potential to become a major copper-gold camp. Mindoro has multiple gold and copper-gold targets in the Surigao District at varying stages of drill evaluation.
Rising commodity prices in the past three years have led to renewed investment and interest in the sector which still has huge untapped potential including for copper, gold and for nickel, as the Philippines has some of the worlds largest nickel laterite deposits. These nickel deposits in particular have the potential to be the basis for a very significant nickel refining industry positioned to take advantage of fast growing demand, especially from China. The proposed project is one of a number of private sector initiatives to explore and define a world class nickel deposit suitable for large scale development of a mining and local nickel processing facility. The company will in parallel continue gold and copper exploration, both for its own account and with its joint venture partners.
31 Dec 2009
MINDORO RESOURCES LTD
Unit 2, 7th Floor, Banco de Oro Plaza
8737 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City 1209
Tel: (632) 893-0295 to 96
Fax: (632) 893-0206
http://www.mrlgold.com.ph
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/faa17b5f34ba03eb852574ce0055cacb?opendocument
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Philippines: Marikina City project
The City of Marikina has a five-year program of capital investments totaling around PhP1.8 billion (or around $42 million) in the areas of essential infrastructure. The project involves a local currency loan for an amount of up to PhP685MM (equivalent to $15MM) to the City to finance a portion a portion of their capital expenditure program.
The proposed project will help the City of Marikina diversify its funding sources and finance essential infrastructure assets that will expand access and improve service delivery for the residents of the City.
The total project cost is estimated at around $42 million.
31 Dec 2009
Marikina City Hall
Shoe Ave. Brgy. Sta Elena Marikina City
Telephone: (632) 646-1634
Fax: (632) 646-5277
http://www.marikina.gov.ph
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/78848c055d78f3828525739a006977ee?opendocument
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Philippines: Energy Development Corporation project
PNOC-EDC is the largest company currently exploiting geothermal sources of energy in the Philippines, thus our support of this newly privatized company will provide critical additional resources of an appropriate tenor to help develop projects in the geothermal energy sector and thereby, help the country move toward greater reliance on private sources of growth in the infrastructure sector. Availability of additional resources for expansion and other investments in the industry will contribute towards the country’s effort to accelerate a change in its energy mix towards renewable energy.
31 Dec 2009
PNOC-Energy Development Corporation
4th Floor, Bldg. 5 Energy Center
Merritt road, Fort Bonifacio
Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
http://www.energy.com.ph
http://www.ifc.org/ifcext/spiwebsite1.nsf/2bc34f011b50ff6e85256a550073ff1c/0324faa3c78f93108525745d0055ec3b?opendocument
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Latvia: Riga International Airport project
Riga International Airport announced a design competition for the related building and civil works.
A new two-storey pier building (150 by 18 m) with a total floor area of 5,200 m². Refurbishment of the shopping and waiting areas in the existing terminal building, an area of approximately 3,100 m². New west facade to the existing terminal building constructed as a glazed curtain walling. New fresh water treatment system for the entire Riga Airport complex. New apron and taxiway pavement including all drainage and oil separators. Two new de-icing platforms at each end of the runway. New apron lighting.
The aircraft receive 400 Hz power, ventilation, heating and air-conditioning via the boarding bridges. A visual docking and guiding system is serving each stand on the new pier.
The pier and new facade of the terminal building were designed with a light glass facade allowing the passengers to follow the ground traffic at the apron areas and open up the natural daylight coming into the building.
31 Dec 2009
http://www.cowi.com/menu/projects/transport/airports/Pages/rigainternationalairportlatvia.aspx
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Bulgaria: Sofia International Airport project
The project consists of construction of a new runway system, a bridge across the Iskar River, existing runway extension, construction of taxiways to connect the new runway with the existing one, a de-icing platform, a fire and rescue substation, additional crash roads, a new fence around the new territory for the international airport in Sofia.
The construction works are to be performed with a minimum obstruction to the every day operation of the airport.
31 Dec 2009
http://www.cowi.com/menu/projects/transport/airports/Pages/sofiainternationalairportbulgaria.aspx
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Philippines: Third Airports Development Project in Philippines
The project involved rehabilitation of the regional airports in Puerto Princesa, Cotabato, Sanga-Sanga, Dipolog, Butuan and Pagadian. The airports in Puerto Princesa and Cotabato were designed to service large aircraft.
The scope of works included rehabilitation of runways and navigational aids in order to meet the international ICAO safety and security standards. Furthermore, an upgrading of terminals and support facilities is envisaged to increase service levels and to handle forecast traffic for year 2010.
The services included review of original scope of works, master plan, preliminary and detailed design and assistance to the client during tender and tender evaluation.
31 Dec 2010
http://www.cowi.com/menu/projects/transport/airports/Pages/thirdairportsdevelopmentprojectphilippines.aspx
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United Arab Emirates: Maintenance-Greater Abu Dhabi Highways & Bridges project
Maintenance, Rehabilitation and Additional Works for Roads & Bridges of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, Mainlad of Abu Dhabi.
A Two year project has been awarded to Al Geemi by Municipalities and Agriculture Department of Abu Dhabi Muncipality for the Maintenance , Rehabilitation and Additional works of Roads and Bridges in the Greater Abu Dhabi Mainland.
The project includes Maintenance works , additional works & small projects for Roads & Bridges ( Earth works , pavement layers , underground services works, concrete works , side walks , Electrical and Street lighting works, Traffic sign , traffic paints , drainage , Buildings and other Miscellaneous works).
31 Dec 2009
Al Geemi & Partners Cont. Co. L.L.C.
P.O. Box: 2877
Abu Dhabi. U.A.E
Tel: +971 2 6328438 / 6335682
Fax: +971 2 6338135
http://www.algeemi.com
http://www.algeemi.com/subpage.aspx?id=27
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United Arab Emirates: Maintenance of Roads & Bridges - Al Ain Region, Phase 3 project
Maintenance, Rehabilitation and Additional works for Roads & Bridges in Al-Ain Region Phase –III.
A Two year project has been awarded to Al Geemi by Municipality and Agriculture Department of Al Ain Muncipality for the Maintenance , Rehabilitation and Additional works of Roads and Bridges in the Al-Ain Region, Phase – 3.
The main feature of the project will be Maintenance works , additional works & small projects for Roads & Bridges ( Earth works , pavement layers , underground services works, concrete works , side walks , Electrical and Street lighting works, Traffic sign , traffic paints , drainage , Buildings and other Miscellaneous works).
31 Dec 2010
Al Geemi & Partners Cont. Co. L.L.C.
P.O. Box: 2877
Abu Dhabi. U.A.E
Tel: +971 2 6328438 / 6335682
Fax: +971 2 6338135
http://www.algeemi.com
http://www.algeemi.com/subpage.aspx?id=24
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United Arab Emirates: Construction of Workers Accomodation project
Al Geemi and M/s Bin Hamooda Group have come together to build a Labour Accommodation at a cost of DHS 150 Million.
The Project includes the construction of accommodation building, mosque, kitchen, administration & laundry , guard house , boundary wall and the external works within the plot. The building will be able to accommodate about 7000 Labours.
31 Aug 2009
Al Geemi & Partners Cont. Co. L.L.C.
P.O. Box: 2877
Abu Dhabi. U.A.E
Tel: +971 2 6328438 / 6335682
Fax: +971 2 6338135
http://www.algeemi.com
http://www.algeemi.com/subpage.aspx?id=34
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United Arab Emirates: Construction of Roads at Royal Guard Training Centre project
Al Geemi has been selected for the DHS 3.8 million project which includes the construction of Asphaltic roads.
Construction of Asphaltic Roads and Internal Footpaths at Royal Guard Training Centre. Removal / Re-routing and protection of existing services. Other Miscellaneous works
31 Jul 2009
Al Geemi & Partners Cont. Co. L.L.C.
P.O. Box: 2877
Abu Dhabi. U.A.E
Tel: +971 2 6328438 / 6335682
Fax: +971 2 6338135
http://www.algeemi.com
http://www.algeemi.com/subpage.aspx?id=26
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United Arab Emirates: Farms Roads at Al Rawdah Palace project
Al Geemi has been selected for the DHS 25.9 million project which includes the construction of Farm roads.
Construction of Farm Roads and Internal Footpaths. Removal /Re-routing and protection of existing services. Other Miscellaneous works
31 Jul 2009
Al Geemi & Partners Cont. Co. L.L.C.
P.O. Box: 2877
Abu Dhabi. U.A.E
Tel: +971 2 6328438 / 6335682
Fax: +971 2 6338135
http://www.algeemi.com
http://www.algeemi.com/subpage.aspx?id=21
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United Arab Emirates: Roads and Other Miscellaneous works project
Al Geemi has been selected for the DHS 5.4 million project which includes the construction of roads and other miscellaneous works.
Construction of Roads and Internal Footpaths. Removal /Re-routing and protection of existing services. Other Miscellaneous works.
31 Jul 2009
Al Geemi & Partners Cont. Co. L.L.C.
P.O. Box: 2877
Abu Dhabi. U.A.E
Tel: +971 2 6328438 / 6335682
Fax: +971 2 6338135
http://www.algeemi.com
http://www.algeemi.com/subpage.aspx?id=36
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India: Arcelor Mittal plant in Jharkhand
The plans to set up a steel plant by multinational steel giant Arcelor Mittal. Arcelor Mittal has identified 11,000 acres of land overlapping the districts of Khuti and Gumla to set up a 12 million tonne steel plant.
31 Dec 2009
ArcelorMittal
7th Floor
Berkeley Square
London W1J 6DA
England
Tel: +44 20 7629 7988
Fax: +44 20 7629 7993
http://www.arcelormittal.com
http://www.littleabout.com/news/17043,villagers-oppose-proposed-arcelor-mittal-plant-jharkhand.html
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India: Toyota Kirloskar Motors project
Toyota Kirloskar Motors, which is gearing up to launch its first small car from Bidadi in Karnataka by end-2010 has got another bonanza from the state govt which has granted an exemption to the Japanese car manufacturer from paying entry tax on equipment brought into the state over the next three years. Waiving off the 2 per cent entry tax and cess will tantamount to savings worth Rs. 80 crore for Toyota Motor Corporation. It was reported earlier that the Indian arm of the Japanese auto giant, which is expanding its manufacturing facility at Bidadi on city outskirts, will be establishing a new assembly line for its small car at an investment of about Rs 3,200 crore. Starting next year, Toyota aims to produce 70,000 units of its compact car in India every year.
31 Jul 2010
Toyota Kirloskar Motors Ltd
Plot No. 1, Bidadi Industrial Area Ramnagar Taluk
Tel: 91-80-7287001-7039
Fax: 91-80-7287076-7287079
www.toyotabharat.com
http://www.wheelsunplugged.com/ViewNews.aspx?newsid=3520
0202
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India: Giant Peugeot set up a manufacturing plant project
French car giant Peugeot is set to launch itself in India next year. The company may set up a manufacturing plant either somewhere in Andhra Pradesh or in Tamil Nadu. There are reports that the company is already in negotiations in the two states with state governments.
The plan involves expansion on two fronts. Firstly, Peugeot plans on developing new models to compete in segments where it currently does not compete. Collin figures the French automaker currently competes in 72% of market segments, but wants to get that figure up to 90%. Despite Peugeot's sportscar racing program, the company is not prepared to build a pure sportscar any more hardcore than the upcoming 308 RC Z sports-coupe. It is pursuing government funding to develop a diesel-hybrid drivetrain, however, which might be key to its expansion.
31 Dec 2009
Peugeot Motor Company PLC
Aldermoor House, PO Box 227,
Aldermoor Lane
http://www.peugeot.com
http://www.wheelsunplugged.com/ViewNews.aspx?newsid=3520
0202
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Austria: 13 hydro power plants project in Bavaria
Verbund Austria´s leading electricity company, further enforces its position as one of the leading hydro power producers in Europe and acquires a total of 13 hydro power plants with a capacity of 312 MW along the Bavarian part of the river Inn from German energy utility E.ON.
Verbund is going to run a subsidiary company in Germany for the acquired Inn hydro power plants and intends to offer a stake of up to 30 % of this company to interested Bavarian municipalities.
31 Dec 2009
Verbund
Am Hof 6a, A-1010 Vienna
Tel: +43 (0)50313-53702
http://www.verbund.at
http://www.verbund.at/cps/rde/xchg/internet/hs.xsl/354_9509.htm
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Albania: Power plant project in Albania
This transaction fits perfectly with Verbund’s long-term development strategy to enforce the Austrian group’s position as one of Europe´s leading hydro power producers. In Austria, Verbund operates storage and run-of-river hydro power plants with a total capacity of more than 6,600 MW, has currently 500 MW hydro power plant projects under construction and is planning the realisation of 550 MW more until 2015. In addition hydro power is genuine part of its international growth strategy as well: The group is targeting to acquire hydro concessions in France as part of its joint venture Poweo’s business plan and the enforcement of its activities in French energy market. In Turkey, Verbund is planning and constructing nine hydro power plants with a total capacity of approximately 1,000 MW together with its regional partner Sabanci group. Furthermore Verbund recently celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a 48 MW run-of-river power plant in Albania.
31 Dec 2015
Verbund
Am Hof 6a, A-1010 Vienna
Tel: +43 (0)50313-53702
http://www.verbund.at
http://www.verbund.at/cps/rde/xchg/internet/hs.xsl/354_9509.htm
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India: Vaswani Whispering Palms
Lagoon shaped free form Large sized swimming pool, Children's play area, Gossip corners, spacious clubhouse with Squash Court, Multi-Station Gym, Steam room, Jacuzzi, luxuriant landscaping designed by international architects, all within a fully secured gated community and much more.
Location: Just off the Outer Ring Road connecting Sarjapur Road and Airport Road.
31 Dec 2009
Vaswani Group
601 & 602, Sant Nivas,
394, Linking Road, 14th Road Corner,
Khar (W),
Mumbai - 400 052
http://www.vaswanigroup.com
http://www.vaswanigroup.com/projects/palms/index.phtml
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Qatar: The St. Regis Doha
Client: Resorts Development Company
Main Contractor: Construction Development Company
Project Duration:
From: Q2 2007 Estimated
To: Q2 2010 Estimated
Project Cost: 450m USD
The project calls for construction of a new luxury 346-room St. Regis hotel in Doha. The hotel will be comprised of two reflecting towers and 18 bungalows. The two reflecting towers, each consisting of 14 floors, will offer 328 ocean front guest rooms including 246 rooms and 82 suites. The development will include 4,000 square metres of meeting and conference space, business centre, shops, parking area, 4 restaurants, outdoor restaurant, bars, and for the ultimate in relaxation and recreation, a 1,200 square meters Spa is in plan, offering 8 to 10 treatment rooms in addition to a lavish fitness center spreading across 1,200 square metres of state-of-the-art equipment.
Dar Al Handasa Consultants is the main consultant. Construction Development Company (CDC) was awarded the main construction contract. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in 2nd quarter of 2010. Starwood Hotels & Resorts announced the hotel will be opened on 1st December 2010.
31/12/2009
St. Regis hotel
Doha West Bay Area
Doha Qatar
T: (9714) 3310633
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-495-the-st-regis-doha/
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Qatar: Ain Khaled Commercial Avenue Development in Qatar
Client: Barwa Real Estate Company (Barwa)
Main Contractor: HOCHTIEF Aktiengesellschaft
Main Consultant: Projacs (Project Manager)
Main Consultant: Consult Maunsell \ AECOM
Project Duration:
From: Q1 2008 Estimated
To: Q3 2011 Estimated
Project Cost: 975m USD
The project calls for construction of quality building and infrastructure design for the 11-kilometer-long development, which features mixed use commercial property, including showrooms, office buildings, apartments, retail outlets, exhibition halls, restaurants and other related facilities.
Projacs is the project manager. Consult Maunsell \\ AECOM is the main consultant. HOCHTIEF Aktiengesellschaft was awarded the main construction contract in 2008. Construction started in March 2008 and expected to be completed in 3rd quarter of 2011.
Barwa Commercial Avenue will be a long road representative of commercial enterprise and financial muscle at about 8, 000 metres in length and 65 metres in width The investment is in response to the economy that is averaging a 10% growth per annum and ranks as one the fastest growing in the world. Barwa Commercial Avenue is intended to not just attract but also convince young national entrepreneurs of the vast opportunities abounding and the availability of space to set up a business. The arrival of international investors in Qatar only means they will find investments such Barwa Commercial Avenue appealing and a major determinant in their decision to invest in Qatar. The project will be completed in 2010.
Worldwide it has been proven that urban projects such as Barwa Commercial Avenue add revenue to a country’s economy. The QR 4 billion investment Barwa is making in this project is a direct response to the shortage of office space suffered in the country because of influx of private business organisations in Qatar. While Barwa has taken heed of the mandate to meet this shortage it is also using the project to break new ground by giving Qatar its own dedicated world class commercial street. Barwa Commercial Avenue is in the centre of all business owing to its key location that has been carefully studied and deemed to suit the needs of local, regional and international entrepreneurs.
31/12/2009
Barwa Real Estate Company (Barwa)
New Merqab Area - Al Saad Street –
Building number 39 Doha
Tel: (+974) 4998888
Fax: (+974) 4998887
http://www.barwa.com.qa
http://www.barwa.com.qa/english/ainkhalid.html
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Qatar: The Gate Development
Client: Salam Bounian Development Company
Main Contractor: Ammico Contracting Co. W.L.L. (First Phase)
Main Consultant: Halcrow (Consulting Engineers & Architects) Ltd
Project Duration:
From: Q3 2007 Estimated
To: Q1 2010 Estimated
The project calls for construction of 'The Gate', a commercial and entertainment complex in the West Bay, Doha. The project will include a wide underground car-park, retails centres, a gym and health centre, restaurants, offices space and a floor dedicated to social services and business activities.
Halcrow is the main consultant. Ammico Contracting Co. W.L.L. was awarded the main construction contract for the first phase of the project. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in early of 2010.
The Gate is developed in favor of the Issuer, with the land value being $194,000,000 during construction phase, and on completion of the project, the value would increase to $404,510,640.
Being situated in a prime locality at the West Bay area, the project offers high-end retail and offices. Situated along a stretch of 3kms along The Gate, a total of 188 high rise towers, which are now under construction, include private residences, hotels, offices and commercial entities with a capacity to accommodate 13,800 people
31/12/2009
Salam Bounian Development Company
Salam Plaza Tower,2nd Floor
Maysaloun Street - West Bay
P. O. Box: 10805, Doha – Qatar
T: +974 493 25 24
F: +974 493 25 26
http://www.salam-bounian.com
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-494-the-gate-development/ http://www.onlineqatar.com/property/382-The-Gate-development-to-be-ready-by-September-2009.htm
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Qatar: Construction of Trunk and Internal Sewers within Musaimeer
Client: Public Works Authority
Project Duration:
From: Q3 2009 Estimated
To: Q3 2012 Estimated
Project Cost: 15m USD
The scope of work includes construction of trunk and internal sewers within Musaimeer - Phase 1. It also includes construction of 200 mm to 1500 mm diameter vitrified clay sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method, construction of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes, and construction of house connections.
Tender for the main construction contract was issued in May 2009. The deadline for submitting bids is 30th June 2009. An award for the main construction contract is expected to be in 3rd quarter of 2009.
The scope of work includes design & construction of trunk and internal sewers in Phase 3 within Musaimeer, QARS zone 56, Doha. The works also include but construction of 200 mm to 1000 mm diameter Vitrified Clay Sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method, construction of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes and construction of house connections.
Tender for the main construction contract was issued in April 2009. The deadline for submitting bids is 16th June 2009. An award for the main construction contract is expected to be in 4th quarter of 2009.
The Project comprises design & construction of trunk and internal sewers in Phase 1 within Musaimeer catchment, QARS zone 56, Doha. The Works include but it is not limited to the following: a) Construction of 200 mm to 1500 mm diameter Vitrified Clay Sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method. b) Construction of of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes. c) Construction of house connections. The Contractor shall construct, test & commission the whole of the works in this Contract. Preliminary investigations were conducted previously and the results of the topographical, geotechnical, geophysical and house connection surveys are available at IA for the Contractor’s review.
31/12/2009
Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.zawya.com/tenders/tender_details.cfm?action=detail&tender_id=T20090519064931&cc
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Qatar: Construction of Trunk and Internal Sewers within Ain Khalid Area - Phase 2
Client: Public Works Authority
Project Duration:
From: Q4 2009 Estimated
To: 2012 Estimated
Project Cost: 100m USD
The scope of work includes design & construction of trunk and internal sewers in Phase 2 within Ain Khalid Area, QARS zone 56, Doha. The Works also include construction of 200 mm to 1000 mm diameter Vitrified Clay Sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method, construction of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes and construction of house connections.
The Project comprises design & construction of trunk and internal sewers in Phase 2 within Ain Khalid Area, QARS zone 56, Doha. The Works include but it is not limited to the following: a) Construction of 200 mm to 1000 mm diameter Vitrified Clay Sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method. b) Construction of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes. c) Construction of house connections. The Contractor shall construct, test & commission the whole of the works in this Contract. Preliminary investigations were conducted previously and the results of the topographical, geotechnical, geophysical and house connection surveys are available at IA for the Contractor’s review.
The scope of work includes design & construction of trunk and internal sewers in Phase 2 within Ain Khalid Area, QARS zone 56, Doha. The Works also include construction of 200 mm to 1000 mm diameter Vitrified Clay Sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method, construction of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes and construction of house connections.
Tender for the main construction contract was issued in April 2009. The deadline for submitting bids is 7th July 2009. An award for the main construction contract is expected to be in 4th quarter of 2009.
31/12/2009
Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.zawya.com/tenders/tender_print.cfm?action=detail&tender_id=T20090519064555
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Qatar: Reconstruction Roads throught State of Qatar - Contract 1
Client: Public Works Authority
Main Contractor: Boom Construction Co.
Project Duration:
From: Q2 2009 Estimated
To: 2011 Estimated
Project Cost: 10m USD
The project calls for reconstruction, rehabilitation, maintenance roads throught State of Qatar - Contract 1.
Boom Construction Co. was awarded the main construction contract in March 2009. Project is expected to be completed in 2nd quarter of 2011.
31/12/2009
Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-468-reconstruction-roads-throught-state-of-qatar--contract-1/
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Qatar: Al Majed Tower
Client: Al Majed Real Estate
Main Contractor: Al Seal Contracting & Trading Co.
Main Consultant: Arab Engineering Bureau
Project Duration:
From: Q3 2007 Estimated
To: Q3 2010 Estimated
Project Cost: 100m USD
The project calls for construction of Al Majed Tower in Doha. The tower is 44 floors, mezzanine, one ground floor and car parking.
Arab Engineering Bureau is the main consultant. Al Seal Contracting & Trading Co. is the main contractor. Project is in progress and expected to be completed in 3rd quarter of 2010.
Juma Al Majid Building
Salaheddine Street
P.O. Box 156
Dubai
Tel: +971 4-266-5210
Fax: +971 4-269-5867
www.al-majid.com
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-493-al-majed-tower/
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Qatar: Road Improvement Works in Zone 70
Client: Public Works Authority
Main Contractor: Cleopatra Trading & Contg. Est.
Project Duration:
From: Q4 2008 Actual
To: Q4 2010 Actual
The project calls for road improvement works in Zone 70, Doha.
Cleopatra Trading & Contg. Est. was awarded the main construction contract in November 2008. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in 4th quarter of 2010.
31/12/2009
Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-492-road-improvement-works-in-zone-70/
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Qatar: Doha South Sewage Treatment Plant
Client: Public Works Authority
Main Contractor: Veolia Water Solutions & Technology
Project Duration:
From: Q2 2009 Estimated
To: Q1 2012 Estimated
Project Cost: 72m USD
The contract covers operation and maintenance services for the Doha South sewage treatment plant as well as for industrial area sewage treatment works.
Veolia Water Solutions & Technology was awarded the main construction contract in April 2009.
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal)Public Works Authority (Ashghal) plans to build Qatar's largest Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and reuse facility in the North of Doha.
The project will be the only sludge treatment plant in Qatar. It will receive and treat sludge from wastewater treatment plants all over Qatar. The treated sludge will be used as an organic fertilizer or as a supplementary green source of energy.
The comprehensive project includes treatment, pumping and distribution of the treated water and will cover West Bay, Al Dafna, Al Khorayat and Umm Salal.
The project will meet the demand of the areas for the next thirty years and benefit an estimated 800,000 people.
The STP will have advanced odor control systems to minimize its impact on the surrounding communities.
Hyder Consulting is the consultant.
Keppel will be partnering with PUB, the national water agency of Singapore.
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal)Public Works Authority (Ashghal) plans to build Qatar's largest Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and reuse facility in the North of Doha.
The project will be the only sludge treatment plant in Qatar. It will receive and treat sludge from wastewater treatment plants all over Qatar. The treated sludge will be used as an organic fertilizer or as a supplementary green source of energy.
The comprehensive project includes treatment, pumping and distribution of the treated water and will cover West Bay, Al Dafna, Al Khorayat and Umm Salal.
The project will meet the demand of the areas for the next thirty years and benefit an estimated 800,000 people.
The STP will have advanced odor control systems to minimize its impact on the surrounding communities.
Hyder Consulting is the consultant.
Keppel will be partnering with PUB, the national water agency of Singapore.
Construction of a sewage treatment plant including treatment, pumping, distribution of treated water with all related facilities.
31/12/2009
Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.zawya.com/projects/project.cfm/pid260407054824
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Qatar: Development of Al-Ruwais Port - Phase 2
Client: Public Works Authority
Project Duration:
From: Q4 2009 Estimated
To: Q1 2012 Estimated
Project Cost: 250m USD
The scope of work includes development of Al-Ruwais Port - Phase 2. The development includes construction of roads, sewerage, and buildings. In addition to that, the scope will also include construction of marine facilities and miscellaneous building facilities for fishing harbour.
The deadline for submitting bids has been changed. The new date is 1st September 2009.
31/12/2009
Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-462-development-of-al-ruwais-port--phase-2/
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Qatar: Six of One-Storey Accommodation Buildings in Al-Khor - Phase 3
Client: Public Works Authority
Main Contractor: ITCC Imperial Trading & Contracting Co.
Project Cost:
From: Q2 2009 Estimated
To: Q2 2011 Estimated
Project Cost: 4m USD
The project calls for construction of six of one-storey accommodation buildings in Al-Khor. In addition to that, construction of an open courtyard, complete with associated services and the external works.
ITCC Imperial Trading & Contracting Co. was awarded the main construction contract in April 2009. Construction is expected to be completed in 2nd quarter of 2011.
31/12/2009
Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-461-six-of-one-storey-accommodation-buildings-in-al-khor--phase-3/
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Qatar: Ras Laffan Port Expansion
Client: Qatar Petroleum
Main Contractor: CCC (Consolidated Contractors Co.)
Main Contractor: Six Construction
Main Consultant: Halcrow
Project Duration:
From: Q1 2008 Actual
To: Q4 2010 Actual
Project Cost: 1.7bn USD
The project calls for Ras Laffan Port Expansion located 80km north of Doha, Qatar. The work includes construction of all quay walls for the liquefied natural gas (LNG) berths, container berths and coast guard jetty, together with administrative buildings and electricity substations for the port.
Halcrow is the main consultant. A joint venture of Consolidated Contractors Co. (CCC) and Six Construction was awarded the main construction contract in March 2008. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed by late 2010.
31/12/2009
Qatar Petrochemical Company
P. O. Box 756, Doha, State of Qatar
Tel. (974) 4242444
Fax (974) 4324700
http://www.qapco.com
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-460-ras-laffan-port-expansion/
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Qatar: Education City Project
Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development
Main Consultant: Arata Isozaki (Master plan)
Main Consultant: Keo International Consultants (Construction Manager)
Project Cost: 8.25bn USD
Education City covers 14 square kilometers and houses educational facilities from school age to research level and branch campuses of some of the world\'s leading universities. Education City aims to be the center of educational excellence in the region, instructing students in fields of critical importance to the Gulf Cooperation Council region.
Project is under construction. Initial phase scheduled to be completed in 2010. Campus will continue to expand as new institutions decide to open up there.
31/12/2009
Qatar Foundation for Education
PO Box 1129,
Doha, Qatar
Tel: 4826666
Fax: 4802769
http://www.qataracademy.edu.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-451-education-city/
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Qatar: Dubai - Doha Tower in Doha
Client: Sama Dubai Construction
Main Contractor: Al Habtoor Engineering Enterprises Co. L.L.C.
Main Consultant: RMJM (Design Consultant)
Main Consultant: Hyder Consulting Middle East Limited
Architect Robert Matthew Johnson Marshall
Project Duration:
From: Q2 2007 Actual
To: Q2 2010 Actual
Project Cost: 650m USD
The project calls for construction of an 84-storey tower named Dubai - Doha Tower located on Doha Corniche. The tower dedicated for residential, hospitality and retail use. It includes 53,000 square metres of offices, apartments, retail shops, hotel and a parking for 1,900 vehicles.
RMJM is the design consultant, while Hyder Consulting Middle East Limited is the structural engineer. A joint venture of Al Habtoor and Al Jaber was awarded the main construction contract. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in 2nd quarter of 2010.
Dubai Towers - Doha is a super-tall skyscraper with a roof height of 400 metres (Spire height 437 metres) under construction in Doha, Qatar.
Dubai Towers - Doha is set to be the tallest tower in Qatar at a height of 437 meters [slightly more than a quarter of a US mile]. The estimated cost of Dubai Towers - Doha is 2.3 billion Qatari Riyal (US$620 million). Located in the West Bay district of Doha, next to the Doha Corniche, the 84-story multi-use tower is being developed by Sama Dubai, formerly known as Dubai International Properties, the international real estate investment and development arm of Dubai Holding. The project has been contracted to a joint venture between Al-Habtoor and Al Jaber, while Robert Matthew Johnson Marshall (RMJM) are the architects and engineering consultants. The cost consultants are Hanscomb Consultants Inc. When completed in 2010, the mixed use tower will include a 7,000 m² retail area, 13 floors comprising a 225-room five-star hotel, 29 floors of office space and 31 floors containing 226 luxury apartments and three super luxury penthouses.
31/12/2009
Sama Dubai
Qatar Office
P.O. Box 22513
Doha, Qatar
Tel +974 485 8444
Fax +974 493 4933
www.dubaitowers-doha.com
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dubai_Towers_Doha
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Qatar: Education City - Foreign Affairs Collage
Client: Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development
Main Contractor: Midmac Contracting Co. W.L.L.
Project Duration:
From: Q4 2008 Actual
To: Q1 2011 Actual
Project Cost: 650m USD
The project calls for construction of Foreign Affairs Collage as part of Education City in Qatar. The collage covers an area of 50,000 square metres. The development will include offices, library and car parking.
Midmac Contracting Co. W.L.L. was awarded the main construction contract in October 2008. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in 1st quarter of 2011.
31/12/2009
Qatar Foundation for Education
PO Box 1129,
Doha, Qatar
Tel: 4826666
Fax: 4802769
http://www.qataracademy.edu.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-452-education-city--foreign-affairs-collage/
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Qatar: Housing Development in Al Wakerah
Client: Thani Bin Abdullah Housing Group
Main Contractor: International Co. for Housing & Contracting & Trading
Project Duration:
From: Q4 2008 Actual
To: Q1 2011 Actual
Project Cost: 275m USD
The plan contains many things and major changes for Al-Wakerah and including the heritage village with Souq Waqif (Wakerah Branch) and Al-Wakerah Cornish any many other new zones like shopping area and malls.
Al Wakerah mall located in Al Wakerah, Qatar cover a total of 69,000 sq. meters from a 100,000 sq. meters area, consist of basement, ground floor and first floor and also a parking plot for over 1750 vehicles. LuLu Hypermarket inside the Mall symbolizes quality retailing and offers an ultra modern shopping ambience providing the customers with all the comfort and luxury of shopping.
The project calls for construction of housing complex in Al Wakerah. The scope of the project includes construction of 4300 residential units and the related facilities.
International Co. for Housing & Contracting & Trading was awarded the main construction contract in August 2008. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in 1st quarter of 2011.
31/12/2009
Thani Bin Abdullah Housing Group
3222 ,2362
Doha – Qatar
Tel: +974 4433783
Tel: +974 4427407
http://www.thanihousing.com
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=544216http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-448-housing-development-in-al-wakerah/
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Mexico: St. Regis Kanai, Resort & Residences on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Announced plans to open a new St. Regis resort in Kanai, Mexico, an exclusive beachfront community surrounded by the natural beauty of the Mayan Rivera’s lush lagoons and pristine mangroves. Part of the Yucatan Peninsula’s celebrated ecological wonders, The St. Regis Kanai, Resort & Residences will open in 2011 and will feature 124 exquisitely appointed guest rooms and suites, 32 exclusive villas, four restaurants, a signature Remede Spa, oceanfront swimming pools, and two 18-hole signature golf courses designed by award-winning professional golf players Jose Maria Olazabal and Nick Faldo. Owned by ALHEL and GIM Desarrollos, The St. Regis Kanai will offer an unrivaled dimension of luxury, bespoke service and refined elegance at one of the best addresses in the world.
“Today we are proud to introduce The St. Regis Kanai Resort, featuring the iconic luxury, unmatched privilege and bespoke services for which the St. Regis brand is renowned,” said Paul James, Global Brand Leader, The St. Regis and The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts. “Truly one of the world’s most desirable destinations, Mexico is rich in culture and heritage and offers our discerning global guests an exotic array of world-class cuisine, art and stunning natural surroundings.”
"The signing of The St. Regis Kanai is another sign of Starwood’s commitment to develop all its brands in Latin America,” said Osvaldo Librizzi, President of Starwood Hotels & Resorts in Latin America “The development of this spectacular resort represents a critical milestone for Starwood as we continue to build on our industry-leading presence in the luxury and upper-upscale segments in Latin America.”
“The St. Regis brand is at an important moment in time as we continue to enhance its extraordinary reputation by adding highly sought after addresses to its global portfolio by working with best-in-class, proven partners like ALHEL and GIM Desarrollos,” said Simon Turner, President of Global Development for Starwood Hotels & Resorts. “We look forward to working in partnership with them on this remarkable development, which is sure to be a premier destination that will attract travelers from around the world.”
Nestled on the eastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, The St. Regis Kanai offers guests exclusive access to white sandy beaches, breathtaking ocean views, lush landscapes, and luxury amenities. Only six miles from Playa del Carmen and 24 miles from Cancun International Airport, guests can choose from the resort’s extraordinary line up of recreation activities including tennis, swimming, golf, and personalized spa treatments. Dining at The St. Regis Kanai indulges the senses with a diverse menu of sophisticated and distinct culinary options. The resort’s 32 exclusive villas include private swimming pools and indigenous Mexican design accents with full access to the hotel’s luxury facilities.
Designed by renowned architecture firm Hill Glazer, The St Regis Kanai boasts an eco luxury landscape which adheres to the highest standards of sustainable and conservation-oriented development. The Mayan Riviera is a world-renowned paradise complete with mangroves and lagoons, ancient Mayan cities, ecological reserves and the world's second largest coral reef.
An ideal choice for weddings, meetings and special events, The St. Regis Kanai will have 15,000 square feet of event space including a 10,000 square feet main ballroom. The resort’s two boardrooms will feature state-of-the-art modern technologies and outdoor terraces with stunning views of the Mayan Riviera mangroves and Caribbean Sea.
Following in the tradition of the legendary The St. Regis Hotel New York, The St. Regis Kanai will feature the famed hallmarks of The St. Regis hotels including the iconic St. Regis Butler Service, bespoke guest experiences and luxury accommodations tailored to meet global travelers’ needs. Trained in the English tradition, the butlers provide ever-present, yet unobtrusive service while anticipating guest needs and customizing each guest’s stay according to his or her specific tastes and preferences.
31/12/2009
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Inc
Km 302, 340 de la Carretera Federal 307
Puerto Juarez, Quintana Roo Mexico
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotel-online.com/News/PR2009_1st/Mar09_StRegisKanai.html
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Egypt: Starwood Started New St. Regis Hotel in Cairo
Starwood Hotels & Resorts is to introduce its renowned St. Regis brand to Egypt, with plans to debut a new property in 2011 in the heart of downtown Cairo. The St. Regis, Cairo will include 299 lavishly furnished rooms and 103 serviced apartments as part of a luxurious, mixed-use development overlooking the Nile River.
The passionate city of Cairo engages visitors with its energy, enthusiasm and excitement, creating a richly textured cosmopolitan setting perfect for our global St. Regis guests. Cairo is the perfect choice for the debut of the St. Regis brand into Africa, enticing sophisticated, worldly travelers to explore this stylish and sizzling destination. From Cairo to Costa Rica, Bali to Bora Bora, St. Regis is committed to designing custom-tailored guest experiences in the best addresses around the world.
St. Regis, Cairo will be located in the heart of Egypt's modern metropolis on the north end of Corniche Road, adjacent to the World Trade Center Cairo and the Misr Bank Tower. Providing sweeping views of the Nile River, the new hotel will be an important component of a high-rise hospitality and residential complex designed by noted American architect, Michael Graves. The St. Regis, Cairo will occupy approximately 115,000 square feet of the luxury development, a complex that will include two towers and a retail atrium. Hotel guests will be close to a variety of shops, restaurants and universities, and not far from the pyramids and sphinx at Giza, the historic treasures of Old Cairo, and Khan al-Khalili - Egypt's most famous bazaar.
Anticipating the needs of the city's quickly expanding business district, the St. Regis, Cairo will offer more than 8,000 square feet of meeting and conference space, as well as a business center, shops and parking area. Hotel guests and residents will enjoy full access to the hotel's outstanding amenities including four restaurants and a lounge, an outdoor pool, luxury spa and fitness center.
31/12/2009
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Inc
Corniche el Nil
Cairo Egypt
Tel: (33)(1) 40473550
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.asiatraveltips.com/news07/1212-StRegisHotel.shtml
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Mauritius: Starwood Started New St. Regis Hotel in Mauritius
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Inc announced the signing of a long term agreement with ABKID Mauritius Limited for the management of a luxury resort on the southern tip of the island of Mauritius to create one of the world’s best addresses in the Indian Ocean.
The St Regis Resort & Spa Mauritius which is expected to open in 2010 will comprise 174 guest rooms including numerous suites on one of the finest beaches on the island. In addition to some of the most spacious and luxuriously appointed guest rooms on the island and the renowned St Regis signature butler service, the resort will offer a variety of sophisticated amenities with its exquisite restaurants, 3 bars, swimming pools and spa. The spacious spa will deliver a haven of refined calm and tranquility, providing an unrivalled dimension of luxury & bespoke service at one of the world’s best addresses in the Indian Ocean.
“Mauritius fuels dreams of exotic getaways. We are delighted to have this opportunity to introduce St Regis to Mauritius. Only a select few of the world's luxury hotels merit the reputation of offering unprecedented excellence in standards of hospitality and elegance and we look forward to welcoming our global St.Regis customers to the St Regis Resort and Spa, Mauritius” said Roeland Vos, President of Starwood Hotels & Resorts in Europe, Africa & Middle East “ I would also like to thank ABKID Mauritius for the trust and confidence they have bestowed upon Starwood and its St. Regis brand and we are looking forward to any possible future additional collaboration together”.
“We are proud to bring this globally prestigious brand to Mauritius, continuing our partnership with Starwood and the island of Mauritius. I have no doubt that the entire island will benefit from this landmark resort and the acclaimed hospitality experience provided by St Regis” said Mr. Ashok Uttamchandani of ABKID.
The resort’s location provides a stunning backdrop of the Le Morne mountain and spectacular sunsets over the open sea. The unique conditions of the site also allow for a wide range of water sports including providing one of the best sites for kite surfing.
A lush green patchwork of gently swaying sugar cane fields encircle a series of towering peaks that overlook an Indian Ocean that gleams by day and sparkles by night. The natural beauty is complemented by its people, a blend of settlers who have all made this tropical island their home over the centuries and are testament to its colonial past; and it is they with their warm and welcoming nature that time and again lures those seeking peace and tranquility back to the island of Mauritius
Guests of St Regis Resort & Spa Mauritius will enjoy the signature services for which St Regis is renowned worldwide, including the iconic St Regis Butler service, world class concierge, exquisite design and a world class spa.
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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Inc
Coastal Road
Le Morne Mauritius
Tel: (230) 204 3333
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.starwoodpressclub.com/index.php?id=34&no_cache=1&L=5&tx_swpress_pi%5Bnid%5D=4956&tx_swpress_pi%5Bcmd%5D=single
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China: The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has reached an agreement with Yalong Development Company Limited, a direct subsidiary of China Cereals and Oils Export Company to manage The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort. The new-build St. Regis resort will welcome travelers to Sanya of Hainan Island, also known as the oriental Hawaii, in 2011. Being part of the integrated beach resort, The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort will be situated in the last prime site along the Yalong Bay coastline with the most exclusive and exotic location. The property will feature 402 rooms, including 27 villas, approximately 22,000 square feet of meeting space, five restaurants and bars, business center, health club, outdoor heated lap pool and swimming pools, tennis court, spa and retail shops. Guests at The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort will delight in the hotel’s uncompromising service through the signature Butler Service.
The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort
Floor 18, Shanghai Times Square
93 Huai Hai Zhong Road
Shanghai, 200021
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/articles.aspx?ArticleId=692
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China: The St. Regis Chengdu
Developed by a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chinese Estates Holdings Limited, Evergo Enterprises (Chengdu) Company Limited, The St. Regis Chengdu will be located in the Central Business District, next to the city main boulevard, adjacent to the commercial zones and within 30 minutes drive from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Scheduled to open in 2014, the hotel will feature approximately 268 rooms including 55 suites, four food and beverage outlets, 1,400 square meters of meeting space, as well as a health club, Spa, swimming pool and a retail shop. As the capital of Sichuan Province, Chengdu is known as “Land of Abundance”. It is one of the most important economic centers and transportation and communication hubs in Southwestern China.
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The St. Regis Chengdu
Floor 18, Shanghai Times Square
93 Huai Hai Zhong Road
Shanghai, China, 200021
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/articles.aspx?ArticleId=692
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China: Sheraton Jiangyin Hotel
Scheduled to open in 2011, Sheraton Jiangyin Hotel will be located in the Central Business District of Jiangyin, right across Jiangyin City Hall and next to the city’s major tourist attraction, Huangshanhu Park. Jiangyin is the regional agricultural, industrial and economic center of China. It is approximately within 1 hour drive from Suzhou and 2 hours drive from Shanghai. Owned by Huangjia Hotel Co., Ltd, the Sheraton Jiangyin Hotel will be part of a mixed-use complex that will also include guesthouse and convention center. The hotel will feature 296 rooms and suites, 46,877 square feet of meeting space and convention center, three restaurants and two bars, business center, health club, indoor heated swimming pool, spa and a gift shop.
Sheraton Jiangyin Hotel boasts its own attached convention centre with almost 3,700 square meters of flexible conference and event space, and state of the art meetings technology. Our 14 meeting and function spaces, including our 2,100 square meter Grand Ballroom, allow us to cater to the largest conference, exhibition or gala social event. Our dedicated staff of event professionals will see to every detail, guaranteeing your occasion is both successful and hassle-free.
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The St. Regis Chengdu
Sheraton Jiangyin Hotel
No. 59 Dingshan Road
Jiangyin, Jiangsu Province, 214400
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/articles.aspx?ArticleId=692
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China: Sheraton Dalian Xinghai Hotel
Owned by Dalian Air-Way Real Estate Development Co., Ltd, Sheraton Dalian Xinghai Hotel is the first Sheraton hotel in Dalian, and is targeted to open in 2012. Located in Xinghai Square – East Asia’s largest square in Dalian, the Sheraton Dalian Xinghai Hotel will help guests feel they truly belong in an area known for its fresh sea foods and beautiful views. Being part of a mixed-use complex that will also include two residential apartments, the new Sheraton will consist of 637 rooms and suites, three restaurants and one bar, 24,000 square feet of meeting space, indoor heated swimming pool, health club, spa and a retail shop. Most of the hotel guestrooms will face Xinghai Square with excellent sea view. Xinghai Bay area is planned as the new financial business district and exhibition center of Dalian.
Overlooking Xinghai Square in the Xinghai Bay area designated as Dalian's financial, business and exhibition centre, our hotel is a comfortable and convenient home away from home for anyone wishing to explore the area.
Settle in for a comfortable stay in one of our 637 guest rooms and suites, most with sea views. Make yourself at home, taking comfort in our plush signature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper (SM) Bed, flat screen TV and High Speed Internet Access. After a busy day, relax with a cocktail in our Lobby Lounge or share a tasty meal at our All Day Dining, Chinese or specialty restaurants. The Link@ Sheraton, experienced with Microsoft, in our lobby area, offers a space where guests can work, relax, unwind and connect. An indoor pool, health club and pampering spa will also be available for your relaxation.
Our meeting space spans 2,200 square metres and is designed to help you bring colleagues together, whether in one of our nine meeting rooms or our Grand Ballroom. Our staff is dedicated to helping you plan a successful meeting, conference or special event—and looks forward to transforming our space to suit your occasion.
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Sheraton Dalian Xinghai Hotel
Floor 18, Shanghai Times Square
93 Huai Hai Zhong Road
Shanghai, 200021
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/articles.aspx?ArticleId=692
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China: Sheraton Bailuhu Resort, Huizhou
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has entered an agreement with Huizhou Bailuhu Tour Enterprise Development Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of Agile Property Holdings Limited, to manage a 438-room Sheraton resort including 2 presidential villas in Huizhou, Guangdong, expected to open in 2012. Situated along the Bailuhu (Egret Lake) in Ru Hu Town, the hotel is approximately 9 km from the Huizhou city centre, 16 km from the Huizhou Airport, 60 km from Hong Kong and 100 km from Guangzhou. The hotel will offer approximately 44,00 square feet of meeting space, four food and beverage outlets, business center, health club, indoor heated swimming pool, pampering spa and retail shops. Offering all of Sheraton’s signature comforts, the resort will be part of an integrated water and golf resort community that includes Bailuhu and a 27-hole golf course.
The Sheraton Bailuhu Resort, Huizhou is the ideal Huizhou area hotel for connecting with family and friends. We are part of an integrated water and golf community spread over 1,000 hectares, located in Ru Hu town. Some of the amazing recreational facilities available within the development will include a yacht club, golf course, man-made beach, water park, water and grass skiing, nature gardens and cultural square.
Our 438 guest rooms, suites and Presidential villas are equipped with all the amenities you will need for a relaxing stay, including 32" flat screen TV; High Speed Internet Access and the familiar comfort of the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper (SM) Bed, with a plush mattress and cozy duvet. Every inch of our guest rooms has been designed with your comfort in mind.
We invite you to relax in our indoor pool, pampering spa, or with an invigorating workout in our fitness centre. Share a meal and conversation in one of our three restaurants or linger over a cocktail or coffee in our Lobby Lounge.
With over 4,000 square meters and 11 function spaces, including a Grand Ballroom, we can help you arrange a memorable conference or event so you can get back to the business of relaxing.
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Sheraton Dalian Xinghai Hotel
Sheraton Bailuhu Resort, Huizhou
Floor 18, Shanghai Times Square
93 Huai Hai Zhong Road
Shanghai, 200021
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/articles.aspx?ArticleId=692
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India: Plan to increase production capacity of Sundaram Brake Linings
Sundaram Brake Linings Ltd, part of the TVS Group, has planned to increase production capacity of friction material (brake linings) by 3,000 tpa to 23,000 tpa. The project is estimated to cost Rs 21.50 crore, out of which Rs 17.50 crore will come as debt from banks while the remaining will be contributed from internal accruals.
Speaking to Projectmonitor, an official spokesperson of Chennai-based SBL said that the expansion would be carried out at the unit located within the Mahindra World City special economic zone, 50 km from Chennai on NH-45, in Kancheepuram district. With project work likely to begin soon, the expansion project is scheduled for completion by the third quarter of fiscal 2010-11.
The capacity expansion is geared to meet export demand. Elaborating on the existing infrastructure, the official said that SBL has four manufacturing units—one each at Mahindra World City and Chennai (at Padi), and two at Madurai (TSK Puram). "Our total capacity across all four units today stands at 20,000 tpa," he said. The individual capacity of SBL's Mahindra World unit, the company's latest production facility, was not immediately available.
Sundaram Brake Linings has decided to increase the production capacity of friction materials by 3000 metric tonnes from existing 20000 metric tonnes. The total expenditure involved will be Rs 21.50 crore approximately of which Rs 17.50 crore will be borrowed from banks and the balance will be contributed from internal resources. The expansion work will start soon and is expected to be completed by 3 quarter of 2010-11 barring unforeseen circumstances. This will enable SBL to cater to growing export demand and any increase in demand in domestic market.
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Sundaram Brake Linings Ltd
Padi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600050.
Tel: 044-42205300;
Fax: 044-42205572;
http://www.indiainfoline.com/Markets/News/News.aspx?NewsId=353666
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India: Phoenix, Marriott plan 5-star hotel in Mumbai
Phoenix Mills Ltd, in a joint venture with Marriott International, is setting up a hotel called 'The Marriott' at the under-construction Phoenix Market City at Kurla in central Mumbai. The 300-key hotel is being developed by Graceworks Realty & Leisure Pvt. Ltd, a company promoted by Phoenix and HBS Realtors.
Phoenix Market City is proposed to be a first-of-its-kind retail and entertainment haven that will feature India's largest multiplex, an iconic mall, office space and the first international 5-star hotel in the central suburb.
The project will spread over 25 acres with 1.35 million sqft of retail and 1.20 million sqft of office space, in addition to the hotel.
The company has also promoted Gangetic Hotels Pvt. Ltd jointly with Tayal for setting up 'The Courtyard by Marriott Hotel' at Agra in Uttar Pradesh. The 165-key Courtyard will form a part of Phoenix Market City mixed-use development promoted by Big Apple Real Estate Pvt. Ltd, in which Phoenix has majority stake.
Phoenix has entered into a management agreement with Marriott International for the above hotels which are being executed at an estimated cost of Rs 320 crore.
To be built at a cumulative project cost of about Rs 320 crore, the hotels are part of mixed-use, retail-led development, stated a release from the company.
The Marriott at Phoenix Market City, Kurla, in Mumbai will be a 300-room hotel and developed by Graceworks Realty & Leisure, a company promoted by Phoenix Hospitality and HBS Realtors. The hotel will come up close to the international and domestic airports.
Phoenix Market City is under construction, a retail and entertainment place which features the country's largest multiplex, a mall, restaurants and bars and extensive commercial office space.
The Marriott Hotel will be the first international 5-star hotel brand to start operations in the central suburb of Mumbai.
The Courtyard by Marriott Hotel at Agra will be developed by Gangetic Hotels, promoted jointly with Phoenix Hospitality. The hotel will form a part of a larger Phoenix Market City mixed-use development, promoted by Big Apple Real Estate in which Phoenix Mills has a majority stake. The hotels will have 165 rooms.
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The Phoenix Mills Ltd
462, Senapati Bapat Marg,
Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013.
Tel: 022-24964307-9;
Fax: 022-24938388
http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/phoenix-hospitality-inks-pactmarriott-international/11/11/375957/
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India: Westbank plans new hospital
Westbank Group will soon set up a multi-speciality hospital at Howrah, West Bengal, with an investment of around Rs 61 crore. The hospital, the group's second venture in the district, is expected to become operational by mid-2011.Hosmac India Private Limited is doing management consultancy of the project.
The proposed hospital will have 200 beds initially which will be expanded to 400 at a later stage. To be constructed on a 1.5 lakh sqft area, the hospital will have medical facilities like radiotherapy with linear accelerator and invasive cardiology along with cardiothoracic surgery.
The first hospital, with a 500-bed capacity, established by the group in Howrah offers specialisation in gastroenterology, diabetes and endocrinology, cardiology, neurology, medical oncology, psychiatry, paediatrics, dermatology, gynecology, and nephrology, plastic and micro vascular reconstructive surgery, neurosurgery, and spinal surgery, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and speech therapy.
The management of Howrah-based West Bank Hospital has chalked out plans to come up with another 150-bed hospital in its vicinity. The hospital is located in Andul region of Howrah and is only five kilometres away from the present 150-bed hospital.
The hospital, spread over an area of 12,380 square metre, would have a built-up area of over 1.5 lakh square feet. Says Asish Chakraborty, Executive Director, West Bank Hospital, It would have departments of cardiology, cardio thoracic, vascular services, radiology, radiotherapy, nephrology, gynaecology & obstretics, dental, ENT and emergency.
The land for the project has been taken from the West Bengal Government on a 30-year lease and renewable further. The estimated cost of the project (inclusive of construction and equipment) is around Rs 55 crore. Funding would be through a mixture of equity and debt. The construction of the project is expected to start by September 2009. The hospital will start radiotherapy and OPD services by June 2010 and the entire services by 2011.
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Westbank Hospitals
Andul Raod, Howrah,
Kolkata, West Bengal.
Tel: 033-26448888;
Fax: 033-26448673
http://www.expresshealthcare.in/200909/market10.shtml
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India: New mall Project in Ranchi
Jokhiram Durga Dutta, a Jharkhand-based firm, is developing a mall the 'JD Hi Street Mall' in Ranchi, the state capital.
The multiplex-cum-shopping mall will come up on over 18,000 sqft area opposite GEL Church Complex in Ranchi. It will comprise G+8 floors and three-level basement for parking 100 cars. The mall will have retail stores, food courts, three-lane bowling alley and a three-screen sphere-shaped multiplex for seat 750 people. While two small screens will have a capacity of 150 each, the third will accommodate 450 people at a time.
The company has appointed Saurabh Gupta, a Delhi-based architect, as architectural consultancy. The project is scheduled to be completed by March 2010.
The sphere-shaped multiplex will seat 750 people together. The two small screens have a capacity of 150 each while another can seat a total of 450 people at a time.
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Jokhiram Durga Dutta,
Sarawgi House, Upper Bazaar,
J.J. Road, Ranchi,
Jharkhand.
Tel: 0651-208978;
Fax: 0651-208978
http://www.telegraphindia.com/1091109/jsp/jharkhand/story_11716760.jsp
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India: BOC India to set up air separation units Project
BOC India, a member of The Linde Group, on Tuesday announced its plans to invest Rs. 830 crore in India including a Rs. 600-crore investment for setting up an air separation unit (ASU) at the Jamshedpur works of Tata Steel. Once commissioned in early 2012, this will be the largest such plant in India and among Linde’s biggest in Asia.
BOC India Ltd, a member of the world-leading industrial gases and engineering Linde Group, is planning to set up an air separation unit in Jharkhand at an estimated cost of Rs 600 crore. The plant is being set up at the Jamshedpur works of Tata Steel Ltd. On completion in early 2012, it will be the group's largest plant in Asia.
The project is at a very nascent stage. We are awaiting land allocation from the Tatas adjacent to our existing plant at Tata Steel, Jamshedpur, with a capacity of 1,290 tpd. The The project will be funded through a debt-equity ratio of 50:50," a spokesperson for BOC India told Projectmonitor.
The new air separation unit with a capacity of 2,550 tpd will meet the requirement of the Jamshedpur unit as well as other units in the east. The unit will cater to the steel major's current expansion from 7 million tpa to 10 million tpa. Other liquid products will also be available to meet industry demand.
The company is also investing around Rs 500 crore in an ASU and ancillary equipment unit at Rourkela Steel Plant in Orissa to meet its requirement of industrial gases as well as the demand for liquid products in the eastern region. The spokesperson further quoted "The plant with a capacity of 750 tpd is under construction and expected to complete by the end of 2010".
Besides, BOC India also plans to invest Rs 150 crore in an air separation unit in the north, Rs 200 crore in a similar plant in the west, and Rs 230 crore on two ASUs in Maharashtra with a production capacity of 500 tpd of liquid products. The above projects, scheduled to commission by March 2011, will be financed through loans from the parent company or internal accruals.
Linde Group also intends to acquire and operate three existing ASUs owned by Tata Steel for the supply of gases to the latter's Jamshedpur facilities.
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BOC India Ltd,
Oxygen House, P43,
Taratala Road, Kolkata,
West Bengal 700088.
Tel: 033-24014708
Fax: 033-24014974
http://www.thehindu.com/2009/10/28/stories/2009102857461300.htm
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India: Surya Roshni plans capacity Expansion Project
Surya Roshni Ltd, electrical bulbs, tubelights and steel pipes manufacturing company is planning to invest Rs 550 crore towards capacity expansion programme of its different plants in the country by March 2010. The investment also includes the Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh plants.
Work on the manufacturing units in the southern part of the country is in progress and expected to complete in the next financial year.
Surya Roshni Ltd on Wednesday announced plans to invest Rs 550 crore in the coming year in new plants for both capacity expansion and modernisation.
The lighting and steel pipe manufacturer has also forecast a turnover of Rs 2,500 crore for the fiscal.
According to the company, Rs 400 crore of the investment will be used for setting up a steel pipe plant in Bhuj, Gujarat. This plant will have a maximum capacity of 3 lakh tonnes of pipes a year.
We are setting up this plant to cut down on our raw material costs of steel. With the port close by, we can import steel at a cheaper rate, which will enable us to cut down on our costs.
Mr Agarwal said Rs 100 crore has been earmarked for setting up a plant near Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, where the company has acquired 50 acres. The plant, which will produce high-mast towers and octagonal street-light poles, will have a capacity of 40,000 poles a year.
Surya Roshni operates a facility about one km from this new project in Gwalior.
He added that the company expects a Rs 500-crore turnover from this plant in three years.
The remaining Rs 50 crore of the investment will go towards the modernisation of its cold rolling strip mill at Bahadurgarh, Haryana. The investment is to be financed through internal accruals and loans from State Bank of India and Punjab National Bank, said Mr Agarwal.
According to the company, 20 per cent of the turnover or Rs 350 crore in the last fiscal was from exports of its lighting products.
Surya Roshni also has a plant in Kashipur, Uttarakhand, which manufactures lighting units.
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Surya Roshni Ltd
2nd Floor, Padma Tower- I, 8,
Rajendra Place, New Delhi - 110008.
Tel: 011-25810093-96
Fax: 011-25789560
http://www.blonnet.com/2009/06/25/stories/2009062551540300.htm
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India: Godrej Properties Develop first residential project in Kolkata
Godrej Properties Ltd, the real estate arm of Godrej Group, has launched its first residential project, Godrej Prakriti, at Sodepur on Barrackpore Trunk Road in Kolkata. The project combines modern apartments with landscape and greenery, open space, and natural water bodies on 24 acres of land.
The project, to be financed through bank loans and internal accruals, is expected to be completed by the end of 2012.
The company has tied up with Larsen & Toubro Ltd for the construction of the project that will comprise 2BHK, 2BHK with study, 3BHK and duplex apartments ranging from 900 to 1,800 sqft. The proposed amenities include playground for football and cricket, community hall with indoor games, party hall, guestrooms, clubhouse, swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis court, library and restaurant. Other facilities like hospitals, schools and educational institutions are already developed.
Located in Sodepur on Barrackpore Trunk Road, the project has excellent rail and road connectivity and benefits from the fully developed infrastructural facilities around it such as schools, hospitals and educational institutions. The company has tied up with Larsen & Toubro for the construction of the project.
This complex is set in over 24 acres of greenery and has natural water bodies which the company plans to preserve.
Customers will have the options to choose from a range of 2, 2 plus study, 3 BHK and Duplex apartments with areas ranging from 900 – 1800sq.ft. Facilitiessuch as Community Centre, Club House, Swimming Pool, Library, Gym etc. are also planned within the complex.
The company is also executing two IT park projects in Kolkata-Godrej Waterside and Godrej Genesis, in Sector-V, Salt Lake.
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Godrej Properties Ltd,
4th Floor, Godrej Bhavan 4A,
Home Street, Fort Mumbai,
Maharashtra 400001.
Tel: 022-66510200;
Fax: 022-22072044
http://www.indiaprwire.com/pressrelease/real-estate/2009103136687.htm
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India: Golf course in Cuddapah
Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation has appointed Tropical Ecology of Hyderabad as contractor for a new 9-hole golf course at Idupulapaya, Vempally Mandal, in Cuddapah district of the state, reports ProjectsToday. Work on the project is currently underway and is likely to be completed by July 2010. APTDC had invited bids for the golf course project in August this year and finalised the contract in October.
tourist resort will be built with 16 cottages at a cost of Rs. 2.50 crore, a golf course will be developed on 30 acres and boating would be arranged in tanks near the eco-park at Idupulapaya in Kadapa district, Principal Secretary of Tourism Lakshmi Parthasarathi said on Wednesday.
Ms. Parthasarathi, A.P. Tourism Development Corporation Chairman P.K. Dewan and corporation’s Managing Director Jayesh Ranjan inspected Idupulapaya, Gandikota, Tallapaka, Pathakadapa and Cherlopalle tanks in the district and held a review meeting with the District Collector M.T. Krishna Babu and officials here.
An executive class nine-hole golf course designed by renowned designer Capt. Dhillon would be developed at Idupulapaya, Ms. Parthasarathi stated.
The golf course, tourist resorts and boating facilities at Idupulapaya would be completed within the next six months.
The area around Brahmamsagar reservoir and Mylavaram dam would be developed into tourist spots.
An educational and information technology area and a residential township would be developed on 2,000 acres near Gandikota fort in Jammalamadugu with public-private partnership. Of the Rs. 31.70 crore requisitioned, the Government released Rs. 8 crore so far and the remaining funds could be sanctioned before this year end.
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Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation,
Tourism House, Himayatnagar,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500063.
Tel: 040-23262151/ 21522153;
Fax: 040-23261801
http://www.gtsonnet.com/projects.htmlhttp://www.thehindu.com/2008/05/15/stories/2008051559880500.htm
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India: Orissa's first biotech park project on PPP
The Orissa government, in joint venture with Bharat Biotech International Ltd, is setting up a knowledge park in Bhubaneswar at an estimated cost of Rs 100 crore. This is the state's first PPP-based integrated industrial park. The project, to be developed through an SPV, Konark Knowledge Park, will come up at Mouza-Andharua near the state capital.
Chief minister Naveen Patnaik laid the foundation stone for this project on October 25. Work on this project is expected to be completed eight years from now.
The state government has allocated 64.86 acres of land to the SPV on a long-term lease. The park will be developed in two phases-30 acres in phase-I and 24.86 acres in phase-II. The remaining 10 acres has been set aside for a biotech incubation centre. The SPV will execute the lease-cum-development agreement with Orissa Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation which will provide infrastructure such as approach roads to the gate, uninterrupted water supply, power with a 33 KVA substation and sewage system.
The project aims to promote investment in the areas of biotech, pharma and IT industries in the state.
Two major projects executed by Bharat Biotech International are the integrated Agri-Biotech Park in Bangalore and Genome Valley BioPharmaceutical cluster on the outskirts of Hyderabad.
The Orissa Government has selected Bharat Biotech International (BBIL), http://www.bharatbiotech.com the multidimensional biotechnology company specializing in product-oriented research, development and manufacturing of vaccines and biotherapeutics as the ‘Developer’ for its first Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) “Biotech Pharma IT” project in the state. The park to be located at Mouza-Andharua, Bhubaneswar is estimated to cost about Rs.100 crores and it is slated to be completed in 8 years.
The State Government of Orissa has allocated 54.86 acres of land to Bharat Biotech towards the development of an integrated industrial park to attract and promote pharmaceutical, biotechnology and information technology industries in Bhubaneswar in the Private Public Partnership mode. The Park is the first of its kind in Orissa envisages promotion of Biotech, Pharmaceuticals and IT industries in the State.
The development of this integrated park would help kick start investments in the areas of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals in Orissa. The land has been allocated in the form of a long term lease to Bharat Biotech with commitments of time bound development of infrastructure and facilities.
Bharat Biotech has significant prior experience in the development and successful commercialization of technology parks in India. Dr. Krishna Ella and his team have successfully developed an integrated food biotech park in Bangalore. Dr. Ella was also instrumental in the establishment and development of the Genome Valley BioPharmaceutical cluster located in the outskirts of Hyderabad.
Bharat Biotech will form a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to develop the BT-Pharma-IT Park at Andharua. The SPV will execute the Lease cum Development Agreement of the Bharat Biotech with Orissa Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation (IDCO). The State Govt of Orissa and IDCO have agreed to provide all external infrastructure facilities, such as road connectivity, water supply, power supply with 33 KVA sub-station etc to facilitate rapid development of internal infrastructure.
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Bharat Biotech International Ltd,
Genome Valley, Shameerpet,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500078.
Tel: 040-23480567;
Fax: 040-23480560;
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India: Developing a condominium complex Project
Hiland Group, a realty company of Kolkata, is developing a condominium complex, The Hiland Sapphire, in place of a colonial bungalow on Ballygunge Park Road in Kolkata. The project, coming up on 1.2 acres, is expected to be completed by mid-2011.
The complex will be a 15-storey building comprising G+13 floors and 26 lavish apartments with two apartments on each floor, including two duplex units.
The company has appointed DP Architects, a Singapore-based architecture firm, for the project design and Sameera Rathod Associates of Mumbai to help with the design reinvention, along with Aniket Bhagwat of Ahmedabad for landscaping inputs, Sanon Sen & Associates for master planning, and MN Consultants Pvt. Ltd for consultancy services in civil and structural engineering.
Some of the features of this project are a secluded car park at the rear of the building, green landscape, high ceilings with flat slabs without beam support, a trendy 1,500 sqft gym equipped with modern equipment, and separate living quarters for domestic help.
Theother upcoming projects are Hiland Willows in New Town and Calcutta Riverside.
This plot of land on the posh Ballygunge Park Road, it was actually a colonial bungalow owned by one of the leading business families of the city -- the Kanois. The developers promise that the tall structure, which will come up in place of this colonial property, will be an exceptional example of reinvention and retrofit design. The Hiland Sapphire, the exclusive G+13 high-rise, is being carefully developed by the city-based realty player-Hiland Group, reports Financial Chronicle.
The re-design drive is indeed unique, more so in this downturn gloom, since the realtors actually lost money in the entire process. But in our case, the whole idea was to create a landmark for the city, quoted Sumit Dabriwal, managing director, Hiland Group in the report.
The condominium complex will have 26 lavish apartments including two duplex units spread over a 1.2-acres, which originally housed the Kanois’ sprawling bungalow, the report added.
Even after the skeleton of Sapphire’s superstructure was up, we decided to completely dismantle the original exterior design concept which was more ornate, opting for a minimalist skin instead. The challenge was to retain the skeleton, and work around the basic box, using an inside-out approach. We took the challenge and we are confident that we will succeed.
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Hiland Group
225C, A.J.C. Bose Road,
4th Floor, Kolkata,
West Bengal 700020.
Tel: 033-22839015-20
http://www.kolkatascoop.com/section/real_estate
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Client: Resorts Development Company
Main Contractor: Construction Development Company
Project Duration:
From: Q2 2007 Estimated
To: Q2 2010 Estimated
Project Cost: 450m USD
The project calls for construction of a new luxury 346-room St. Regis hotel in Doha. The hotel will be comprised of two reflecting towers and 18 bungalows. The two reflecting towers, each consisting of 14 floors, will offer 328 ocean front guest rooms including 246 rooms and 82 suites. The development will include 4,000 square metres of meeting and conference space, business centre, shops, parking area, 4 restaurants, outdoor restaurant, bars, and for the ultimate in relaxation and recreation, a 1,200 square meters Spa is in plan, offering 8 to 10 treatment rooms in addition to a lavish fitness center spreading across 1,200 square metres of state-of-the-art equipment.
Dar Al Handasa Consultants is the main consultant. Construction Development Company (CDC) was awarded the main construction contract. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in 2nd quarter of 2010. Starwood Hotels & Resorts announced the hotel will be opened on 1st December 2010.
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St. Regis hotel
Doha West Bay Area
Doha Qatar
T: (9714) 3310633
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-495-the-st-regis-doha/
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Qatar: Ain Khaled Commercial Avenue Development in Qatar
Client: Barwa Real Estate Company (Barwa)
Main Contractor: HOCHTIEF Aktiengesellschaft
Main Consultant: Projacs (Project Manager)
Main Consultant: Consult Maunsell \ AECOM
Project Duration:
From: Q1 2008 Estimated
To: Q3 2011 Estimated
Project Cost: 975m USD
The project calls for construction of quality building and infrastructure design for the 11-kilometer-long development, which features mixed use commercial property, including showrooms, office buildings, apartments, retail outlets, exhibition halls, restaurants and other related facilities.
Projacs is the project manager. Consult Maunsell \\ AECOM is the main consultant. HOCHTIEF Aktiengesellschaft was awarded the main construction contract in 2008. Construction started in March 2008 and expected to be completed in 3rd quarter of 2011.
Barwa Commercial Avenue will be a long road representative of commercial enterprise and financial muscle at about 8, 000 metres in length and 65 metres in width The investment is in response to the economy that is averaging a 10% growth per annum and ranks as one the fastest growing in the world. Barwa Commercial Avenue is intended to not just attract but also convince young national entrepreneurs of the vast opportunities abounding and the availability of space to set up a business. The arrival of international investors in Qatar only means they will find investments such Barwa Commercial Avenue appealing and a major determinant in their decision to invest in Qatar. The project will be completed in 2010.
Worldwide it has been proven that urban projects such as Barwa Commercial Avenue add revenue to a country’s economy. The QR 4 billion investment Barwa is making in this project is a direct response to the shortage of office space suffered in the country because of influx of private business organisations in Qatar. While Barwa has taken heed of the mandate to meet this shortage it is also using the project to break new ground by giving Qatar its own dedicated world class commercial street. Barwa Commercial Avenue is in the centre of all business owing to its key location that has been carefully studied and deemed to suit the needs of local, regional and international entrepreneurs.
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Barwa Real Estate Company (Barwa)
New Merqab Area - Al Saad Street –
Building number 39 Doha
Tel: (+974) 4998888
Fax: (+974) 4998887
http://www.barwa.com.qa
http://www.barwa.com.qa/english/ainkhalid.html
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Qatar: The Gate Development
Client: Salam Bounian Development Company
Main Contractor: Ammico Contracting Co. W.L.L. (First Phase)
Main Consultant: Halcrow (Consulting Engineers & Architects) Ltd
Project Duration:
From: Q3 2007 Estimated
To: Q1 2010 Estimated
The project calls for construction of 'The Gate', a commercial and entertainment complex in the West Bay, Doha. The project will include a wide underground car-park, retails centres, a gym and health centre, restaurants, offices space and a floor dedicated to social services and business activities.
Halcrow is the main consultant. Ammico Contracting Co. W.L.L. was awarded the main construction contract for the first phase of the project. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in early of 2010.
The Gate is developed in favor of the Issuer, with the land value being $194,000,000 during construction phase, and on completion of the project, the value would increase to $404,510,640.
Being situated in a prime locality at the West Bay area, the project offers high-end retail and offices. Situated along a stretch of 3kms along The Gate, a total of 188 high rise towers, which are now under construction, include private residences, hotels, offices and commercial entities with a capacity to accommodate 13,800 people
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Salam Bounian Development Company
Salam Plaza Tower,2nd Floor
Maysaloun Street - West Bay
P. O. Box: 10805, Doha – Qatar
T: +974 493 25 24
F: +974 493 25 26
http://www.salam-bounian.com
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-494-the-gate-development/ http://www.onlineqatar.com/property/382-The-Gate-development-to-be-ready-by-September-2009.htm
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Qatar: Construction of Trunk and Internal Sewers within Musaimeer
Client: Public Works Authority
Project Duration:
From: Q3 2009 Estimated
To: Q3 2012 Estimated
Project Cost: 15m USD
The scope of work includes construction of trunk and internal sewers within Musaimeer - Phase 1. It also includes construction of 200 mm to 1500 mm diameter vitrified clay sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method, construction of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes, and construction of house connections.
Tender for the main construction contract was issued in May 2009. The deadline for submitting bids is 30th June 2009. An award for the main construction contract is expected to be in 3rd quarter of 2009.
The scope of work includes design & construction of trunk and internal sewers in Phase 3 within Musaimeer, QARS zone 56, Doha. The works also include but construction of 200 mm to 1000 mm diameter Vitrified Clay Sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method, construction of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes and construction of house connections.
Tender for the main construction contract was issued in April 2009. The deadline for submitting bids is 16th June 2009. An award for the main construction contract is expected to be in 4th quarter of 2009.
The Project comprises design & construction of trunk and internal sewers in Phase 1 within Musaimeer catchment, QARS zone 56, Doha. The Works include but it is not limited to the following: a) Construction of 200 mm to 1500 mm diameter Vitrified Clay Sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method. b) Construction of of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes. c) Construction of house connections. The Contractor shall construct, test & commission the whole of the works in this Contract. Preliminary investigations were conducted previously and the results of the topographical, geotechnical, geophysical and house connection surveys are available at IA for the Contractor’s review.
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Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.zawya.com/tenders/tender_details.cfm?action=detail&tender_id=T20090519064931&cc
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Qatar: Construction of Trunk and Internal Sewers within Ain Khalid Area - Phase 2
Client: Public Works Authority
Project Duration:
From: Q4 2009 Estimated
To: 2012 Estimated
Project Cost: 100m USD
The scope of work includes design & construction of trunk and internal sewers in Phase 2 within Ain Khalid Area, QARS zone 56, Doha. The Works also include construction of 200 mm to 1000 mm diameter Vitrified Clay Sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method, construction of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes and construction of house connections.
The Project comprises design & construction of trunk and internal sewers in Phase 2 within Ain Khalid Area, QARS zone 56, Doha. The Works include but it is not limited to the following: a) Construction of 200 mm to 1000 mm diameter Vitrified Clay Sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method. b) Construction of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes. c) Construction of house connections. The Contractor shall construct, test & commission the whole of the works in this Contract. Preliminary investigations were conducted previously and the results of the topographical, geotechnical, geophysical and house connection surveys are available at IA for the Contractor’s review.
The scope of work includes design & construction of trunk and internal sewers in Phase 2 within Ain Khalid Area, QARS zone 56, Doha. The Works also include construction of 200 mm to 1000 mm diameter Vitrified Clay Sewers in trenches and via micro-tunneling method, construction of GRP lined shallow, deep and very deep manholes and construction of house connections.
Tender for the main construction contract was issued in April 2009. The deadline for submitting bids is 7th July 2009. An award for the main construction contract is expected to be in 4th quarter of 2009.
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Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.zawya.com/tenders/tender_print.cfm?action=detail&tender_id=T20090519064555
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Qatar: Reconstruction Roads throught State of Qatar - Contract 1
Client: Public Works Authority
Main Contractor: Boom Construction Co.
Project Duration:
From: Q2 2009 Estimated
To: 2011 Estimated
Project Cost: 10m USD
The project calls for reconstruction, rehabilitation, maintenance roads throught State of Qatar - Contract 1.
Boom Construction Co. was awarded the main construction contract in March 2009. Project is expected to be completed in 2nd quarter of 2011.
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Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-468-reconstruction-roads-throught-state-of-qatar--contract-1/
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Qatar: Al Majed Tower
Client: Al Majed Real Estate
Main Contractor: Al Seal Contracting & Trading Co.
Main Consultant: Arab Engineering Bureau
Project Duration:
From: Q3 2007 Estimated
To: Q3 2010 Estimated
Project Cost: 100m USD
The project calls for construction of Al Majed Tower in Doha. The tower is 44 floors, mezzanine, one ground floor and car parking.
Arab Engineering Bureau is the main consultant. Al Seal Contracting & Trading Co. is the main contractor. Project is in progress and expected to be completed in 3rd quarter of 2010.
Juma Al Majid Building
Salaheddine Street
P.O. Box 156
Dubai
Tel: +971 4-266-5210
Fax: +971 4-269-5867
www.al-majid.com
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-493-al-majed-tower/
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Qatar: Road Improvement Works in Zone 70
Client: Public Works Authority
Main Contractor: Cleopatra Trading & Contg. Est.
Project Duration:
From: Q4 2008 Actual
To: Q4 2010 Actual
The project calls for road improvement works in Zone 70, Doha.
Cleopatra Trading & Contg. Est. was awarded the main construction contract in November 2008. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in 4th quarter of 2010.
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Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-492-road-improvement-works-in-zone-70/
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Qatar: Doha South Sewage Treatment Plant
Client: Public Works Authority
Main Contractor: Veolia Water Solutions & Technology
Project Duration:
From: Q2 2009 Estimated
To: Q1 2012 Estimated
Project Cost: 72m USD
The contract covers operation and maintenance services for the Doha South sewage treatment plant as well as for industrial area sewage treatment works.
Veolia Water Solutions & Technology was awarded the main construction contract in April 2009.
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal)Public Works Authority (Ashghal) plans to build Qatar's largest Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and reuse facility in the North of Doha.
The project will be the only sludge treatment plant in Qatar. It will receive and treat sludge from wastewater treatment plants all over Qatar. The treated sludge will be used as an organic fertilizer or as a supplementary green source of energy.
The comprehensive project includes treatment, pumping and distribution of the treated water and will cover West Bay, Al Dafna, Al Khorayat and Umm Salal.
The project will meet the demand of the areas for the next thirty years and benefit an estimated 800,000 people.
The STP will have advanced odor control systems to minimize its impact on the surrounding communities.
Hyder Consulting is the consultant.
Keppel will be partnering with PUB, the national water agency of Singapore.
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal)Public Works Authority (Ashghal) plans to build Qatar's largest Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and reuse facility in the North of Doha.
The project will be the only sludge treatment plant in Qatar. It will receive and treat sludge from wastewater treatment plants all over Qatar. The treated sludge will be used as an organic fertilizer or as a supplementary green source of energy.
The comprehensive project includes treatment, pumping and distribution of the treated water and will cover West Bay, Al Dafna, Al Khorayat and Umm Salal.
The project will meet the demand of the areas for the next thirty years and benefit an estimated 800,000 people.
The STP will have advanced odor control systems to minimize its impact on the surrounding communities.
Hyder Consulting is the consultant.
Keppel will be partnering with PUB, the national water agency of Singapore.
Construction of a sewage treatment plant including treatment, pumping, distribution of treated water with all related facilities.
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Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.zawya.com/projects/project.cfm/pid260407054824
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Qatar: Development of Al-Ruwais Port - Phase 2
Client: Public Works Authority
Project Duration:
From: Q4 2009 Estimated
To: Q1 2012 Estimated
Project Cost: 250m USD
The scope of work includes development of Al-Ruwais Port - Phase 2. The development includes construction of roads, sewerage, and buildings. In addition to that, the scope will also include construction of marine facilities and miscellaneous building facilities for fishing harbour.
The deadline for submitting bids has been changed. The new date is 1st September 2009.
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Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-462-development-of-al-ruwais-port--phase-2/
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Qatar: Six of One-Storey Accommodation Buildings in Al-Khor - Phase 3
Client: Public Works Authority
Main Contractor: ITCC Imperial Trading & Contracting Co.
Project Cost:
From: Q2 2009 Estimated
To: Q2 2011 Estimated
Project Cost: 4m USD
The project calls for construction of six of one-storey accommodation buildings in Al-Khor. In addition to that, construction of an open courtyard, complete with associated services and the external works.
ITCC Imperial Trading & Contracting Co. was awarded the main construction contract in April 2009. Construction is expected to be completed in 2nd quarter of 2011.
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Public Works Authority
P.O. Box: 22188
Telephone: (00974) 4950000
Fax: (00974) 4950999
http://www.ashghal.gov.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-461-six-of-one-storey-accommodation-buildings-in-al-khor--phase-3/
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Qatar: Ras Laffan Port Expansion
Client: Qatar Petroleum
Main Contractor: CCC (Consolidated Contractors Co.)
Main Contractor: Six Construction
Main Consultant: Halcrow
Project Duration:
From: Q1 2008 Actual
To: Q4 2010 Actual
Project Cost: 1.7bn USD
The project calls for Ras Laffan Port Expansion located 80km north of Doha, Qatar. The work includes construction of all quay walls for the liquefied natural gas (LNG) berths, container berths and coast guard jetty, together with administrative buildings and electricity substations for the port.
Halcrow is the main consultant. A joint venture of Consolidated Contractors Co. (CCC) and Six Construction was awarded the main construction contract in March 2008. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed by late 2010.
31/12/2009
Qatar Petrochemical Company
P. O. Box 756, Doha, State of Qatar
Tel. (974) 4242444
Fax (974) 4324700
http://www.qapco.com
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-460-ras-laffan-port-expansion/
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Qatar: Education City Project
Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development
Main Consultant: Arata Isozaki (Master plan)
Main Consultant: Keo International Consultants (Construction Manager)
Project Cost: 8.25bn USD
Education City covers 14 square kilometers and houses educational facilities from school age to research level and branch campuses of some of the world\'s leading universities. Education City aims to be the center of educational excellence in the region, instructing students in fields of critical importance to the Gulf Cooperation Council region.
Project is under construction. Initial phase scheduled to be completed in 2010. Campus will continue to expand as new institutions decide to open up there.
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Qatar Foundation for Education
PO Box 1129,
Doha, Qatar
Tel: 4826666
Fax: 4802769
http://www.qataracademy.edu.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-451-education-city/
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Qatar: Dubai - Doha Tower in Doha
Client: Sama Dubai Construction
Main Contractor: Al Habtoor Engineering Enterprises Co. L.L.C.
Main Consultant: RMJM (Design Consultant)
Main Consultant: Hyder Consulting Middle East Limited
Architect Robert Matthew Johnson Marshall
Project Duration:
From: Q2 2007 Actual
To: Q2 2010 Actual
Project Cost: 650m USD
The project calls for construction of an 84-storey tower named Dubai - Doha Tower located on Doha Corniche. The tower dedicated for residential, hospitality and retail use. It includes 53,000 square metres of offices, apartments, retail shops, hotel and a parking for 1,900 vehicles.
RMJM is the design consultant, while Hyder Consulting Middle East Limited is the structural engineer. A joint venture of Al Habtoor and Al Jaber was awarded the main construction contract. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in 2nd quarter of 2010.
Dubai Towers - Doha is a super-tall skyscraper with a roof height of 400 metres (Spire height 437 metres) under construction in Doha, Qatar.
Dubai Towers - Doha is set to be the tallest tower in Qatar at a height of 437 meters [slightly more than a quarter of a US mile]. The estimated cost of Dubai Towers - Doha is 2.3 billion Qatari Riyal (US$620 million). Located in the West Bay district of Doha, next to the Doha Corniche, the 84-story multi-use tower is being developed by Sama Dubai, formerly known as Dubai International Properties, the international real estate investment and development arm of Dubai Holding. The project has been contracted to a joint venture between Al-Habtoor and Al Jaber, while Robert Matthew Johnson Marshall (RMJM) are the architects and engineering consultants. The cost consultants are Hanscomb Consultants Inc. When completed in 2010, the mixed use tower will include a 7,000 m² retail area, 13 floors comprising a 225-room five-star hotel, 29 floors of office space and 31 floors containing 226 luxury apartments and three super luxury penthouses.
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Sama Dubai
Qatar Office
P.O. Box 22513
Doha, Qatar
Tel +974 485 8444
Fax +974 493 4933
www.dubaitowers-doha.com
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dubai_Towers_Doha
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Qatar: Education City - Foreign Affairs Collage
Client: Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development
Main Contractor: Midmac Contracting Co. W.L.L.
Project Duration:
From: Q4 2008 Actual
To: Q1 2011 Actual
Project Cost: 650m USD
The project calls for construction of Foreign Affairs Collage as part of Education City in Qatar. The collage covers an area of 50,000 square metres. The development will include offices, library and car parking.
Midmac Contracting Co. W.L.L. was awarded the main construction contract in October 2008. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in 1st quarter of 2011.
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Qatar Foundation for Education
PO Box 1129,
Doha, Qatar
Tel: 4826666
Fax: 4802769
http://www.qataracademy.edu.qa
http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-452-education-city--foreign-affairs-collage/
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Qatar: Housing Development in Al Wakerah
Client: Thani Bin Abdullah Housing Group
Main Contractor: International Co. for Housing & Contracting & Trading
Project Duration:
From: Q4 2008 Actual
To: Q1 2011 Actual
Project Cost: 275m USD
The plan contains many things and major changes for Al-Wakerah and including the heritage village with Souq Waqif (Wakerah Branch) and Al-Wakerah Cornish any many other new zones like shopping area and malls.
Al Wakerah mall located in Al Wakerah, Qatar cover a total of 69,000 sq. meters from a 100,000 sq. meters area, consist of basement, ground floor and first floor and also a parking plot for over 1750 vehicles. LuLu Hypermarket inside the Mall symbolizes quality retailing and offers an ultra modern shopping ambience providing the customers with all the comfort and luxury of shopping.
The project calls for construction of housing complex in Al Wakerah. The scope of the project includes construction of 4300 residential units and the related facilities.
International Co. for Housing & Contracting & Trading was awarded the main construction contract in August 2008. Construction is in progress and expected to be completed in 1st quarter of 2011.
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Thani Bin Abdullah Housing Group
3222 ,2362
Doha – Qatar
Tel: +974 4433783
Tel: +974 4427407
http://www.thanihousing.com
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=544216http://www.constructionweekonline.com/projects-448-housing-development-in-al-wakerah/
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Mexico: St. Regis Kanai, Resort & Residences on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Announced plans to open a new St. Regis resort in Kanai, Mexico, an exclusive beachfront community surrounded by the natural beauty of the Mayan Rivera’s lush lagoons and pristine mangroves. Part of the Yucatan Peninsula’s celebrated ecological wonders, The St. Regis Kanai, Resort & Residences will open in 2011 and will feature 124 exquisitely appointed guest rooms and suites, 32 exclusive villas, four restaurants, a signature Remede Spa, oceanfront swimming pools, and two 18-hole signature golf courses designed by award-winning professional golf players Jose Maria Olazabal and Nick Faldo. Owned by ALHEL and GIM Desarrollos, The St. Regis Kanai will offer an unrivaled dimension of luxury, bespoke service and refined elegance at one of the best addresses in the world.
“Today we are proud to introduce The St. Regis Kanai Resort, featuring the iconic luxury, unmatched privilege and bespoke services for which the St. Regis brand is renowned,” said Paul James, Global Brand Leader, The St. Regis and The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts. “Truly one of the world’s most desirable destinations, Mexico is rich in culture and heritage and offers our discerning global guests an exotic array of world-class cuisine, art and stunning natural surroundings.”
"The signing of The St. Regis Kanai is another sign of Starwood’s commitment to develop all its brands in Latin America,” said Osvaldo Librizzi, President of Starwood Hotels & Resorts in Latin America “The development of this spectacular resort represents a critical milestone for Starwood as we continue to build on our industry-leading presence in the luxury and upper-upscale segments in Latin America.”
“The St. Regis brand is at an important moment in time as we continue to enhance its extraordinary reputation by adding highly sought after addresses to its global portfolio by working with best-in-class, proven partners like ALHEL and GIM Desarrollos,” said Simon Turner, President of Global Development for Starwood Hotels & Resorts. “We look forward to working in partnership with them on this remarkable development, which is sure to be a premier destination that will attract travelers from around the world.”
Nestled on the eastern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, The St. Regis Kanai offers guests exclusive access to white sandy beaches, breathtaking ocean views, lush landscapes, and luxury amenities. Only six miles from Playa del Carmen and 24 miles from Cancun International Airport, guests can choose from the resort’s extraordinary line up of recreation activities including tennis, swimming, golf, and personalized spa treatments. Dining at The St. Regis Kanai indulges the senses with a diverse menu of sophisticated and distinct culinary options. The resort’s 32 exclusive villas include private swimming pools and indigenous Mexican design accents with full access to the hotel’s luxury facilities.
Designed by renowned architecture firm Hill Glazer, The St Regis Kanai boasts an eco luxury landscape which adheres to the highest standards of sustainable and conservation-oriented development. The Mayan Riviera is a world-renowned paradise complete with mangroves and lagoons, ancient Mayan cities, ecological reserves and the world's second largest coral reef.
An ideal choice for weddings, meetings and special events, The St. Regis Kanai will have 15,000 square feet of event space including a 10,000 square feet main ballroom. The resort’s two boardrooms will feature state-of-the-art modern technologies and outdoor terraces with stunning views of the Mayan Riviera mangroves and Caribbean Sea.
Following in the tradition of the legendary The St. Regis Hotel New York, The St. Regis Kanai will feature the famed hallmarks of The St. Regis hotels including the iconic St. Regis Butler Service, bespoke guest experiences and luxury accommodations tailored to meet global travelers’ needs. Trained in the English tradition, the butlers provide ever-present, yet unobtrusive service while anticipating guest needs and customizing each guest’s stay according to his or her specific tastes and preferences.
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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Inc
Km 302, 340 de la Carretera Federal 307
Puerto Juarez, Quintana Roo Mexico
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotel-online.com/News/PR2009_1st/Mar09_StRegisKanai.html
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Egypt: Starwood Started New St. Regis Hotel in Cairo
Starwood Hotels & Resorts is to introduce its renowned St. Regis brand to Egypt, with plans to debut a new property in 2011 in the heart of downtown Cairo. The St. Regis, Cairo will include 299 lavishly furnished rooms and 103 serviced apartments as part of a luxurious, mixed-use development overlooking the Nile River.
The passionate city of Cairo engages visitors with its energy, enthusiasm and excitement, creating a richly textured cosmopolitan setting perfect for our global St. Regis guests. Cairo is the perfect choice for the debut of the St. Regis brand into Africa, enticing sophisticated, worldly travelers to explore this stylish and sizzling destination. From Cairo to Costa Rica, Bali to Bora Bora, St. Regis is committed to designing custom-tailored guest experiences in the best addresses around the world.
St. Regis, Cairo will be located in the heart of Egypt's modern metropolis on the north end of Corniche Road, adjacent to the World Trade Center Cairo and the Misr Bank Tower. Providing sweeping views of the Nile River, the new hotel will be an important component of a high-rise hospitality and residential complex designed by noted American architect, Michael Graves. The St. Regis, Cairo will occupy approximately 115,000 square feet of the luxury development, a complex that will include two towers and a retail atrium. Hotel guests will be close to a variety of shops, restaurants and universities, and not far from the pyramids and sphinx at Giza, the historic treasures of Old Cairo, and Khan al-Khalili - Egypt's most famous bazaar.
Anticipating the needs of the city's quickly expanding business district, the St. Regis, Cairo will offer more than 8,000 square feet of meeting and conference space, as well as a business center, shops and parking area. Hotel guests and residents will enjoy full access to the hotel's outstanding amenities including four restaurants and a lounge, an outdoor pool, luxury spa and fitness center.
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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Inc
Corniche el Nil
Cairo Egypt
Tel: (33)(1) 40473550
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.asiatraveltips.com/news07/1212-StRegisHotel.shtml
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Mauritius: Starwood Started New St. Regis Hotel in Mauritius
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Inc announced the signing of a long term agreement with ABKID Mauritius Limited for the management of a luxury resort on the southern tip of the island of Mauritius to create one of the world’s best addresses in the Indian Ocean.
The St Regis Resort & Spa Mauritius which is expected to open in 2010 will comprise 174 guest rooms including numerous suites on one of the finest beaches on the island. In addition to some of the most spacious and luxuriously appointed guest rooms on the island and the renowned St Regis signature butler service, the resort will offer a variety of sophisticated amenities with its exquisite restaurants, 3 bars, swimming pools and spa. The spacious spa will deliver a haven of refined calm and tranquility, providing an unrivalled dimension of luxury & bespoke service at one of the world’s best addresses in the Indian Ocean.
“Mauritius fuels dreams of exotic getaways. We are delighted to have this opportunity to introduce St Regis to Mauritius. Only a select few of the world's luxury hotels merit the reputation of offering unprecedented excellence in standards of hospitality and elegance and we look forward to welcoming our global St.Regis customers to the St Regis Resort and Spa, Mauritius” said Roeland Vos, President of Starwood Hotels & Resorts in Europe, Africa & Middle East “ I would also like to thank ABKID Mauritius for the trust and confidence they have bestowed upon Starwood and its St. Regis brand and we are looking forward to any possible future additional collaboration together”.
“We are proud to bring this globally prestigious brand to Mauritius, continuing our partnership with Starwood and the island of Mauritius. I have no doubt that the entire island will benefit from this landmark resort and the acclaimed hospitality experience provided by St Regis” said Mr. Ashok Uttamchandani of ABKID.
The resort’s location provides a stunning backdrop of the Le Morne mountain and spectacular sunsets over the open sea. The unique conditions of the site also allow for a wide range of water sports including providing one of the best sites for kite surfing.
A lush green patchwork of gently swaying sugar cane fields encircle a series of towering peaks that overlook an Indian Ocean that gleams by day and sparkles by night. The natural beauty is complemented by its people, a blend of settlers who have all made this tropical island their home over the centuries and are testament to its colonial past; and it is they with their warm and welcoming nature that time and again lures those seeking peace and tranquility back to the island of Mauritius
Guests of St Regis Resort & Spa Mauritius will enjoy the signature services for which St Regis is renowned worldwide, including the iconic St Regis Butler service, world class concierge, exquisite design and a world class spa.
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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Inc
Coastal Road
Le Morne Mauritius
Tel: (230) 204 3333
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.starwoodpressclub.com/index.php?id=34&no_cache=1&L=5&tx_swpress_pi%5Bnid%5D=4956&tx_swpress_pi%5Bcmd%5D=single
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China: The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has reached an agreement with Yalong Development Company Limited, a direct subsidiary of China Cereals and Oils Export Company to manage The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort. The new-build St. Regis resort will welcome travelers to Sanya of Hainan Island, also known as the oriental Hawaii, in 2011. Being part of the integrated beach resort, The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort will be situated in the last prime site along the Yalong Bay coastline with the most exclusive and exotic location. The property will feature 402 rooms, including 27 villas, approximately 22,000 square feet of meeting space, five restaurants and bars, business center, health club, outdoor heated lap pool and swimming pools, tennis court, spa and retail shops. Guests at The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort will delight in the hotel’s uncompromising service through the signature Butler Service.
The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort
Floor 18, Shanghai Times Square
93 Huai Hai Zhong Road
Shanghai, 200021
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/articles.aspx?ArticleId=692
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China: The St. Regis Chengdu
Developed by a wholly-owned subsidiary of Chinese Estates Holdings Limited, Evergo Enterprises (Chengdu) Company Limited, The St. Regis Chengdu will be located in the Central Business District, next to the city main boulevard, adjacent to the commercial zones and within 30 minutes drive from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Scheduled to open in 2014, the hotel will feature approximately 268 rooms including 55 suites, four food and beverage outlets, 1,400 square meters of meeting space, as well as a health club, Spa, swimming pool and a retail shop. As the capital of Sichuan Province, Chengdu is known as “Land of Abundance”. It is one of the most important economic centers and transportation and communication hubs in Southwestern China.
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The St. Regis Chengdu
Floor 18, Shanghai Times Square
93 Huai Hai Zhong Road
Shanghai, China, 200021
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/articles.aspx?ArticleId=692
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China: Sheraton Jiangyin Hotel
Scheduled to open in 2011, Sheraton Jiangyin Hotel will be located in the Central Business District of Jiangyin, right across Jiangyin City Hall and next to the city’s major tourist attraction, Huangshanhu Park. Jiangyin is the regional agricultural, industrial and economic center of China. It is approximately within 1 hour drive from Suzhou and 2 hours drive from Shanghai. Owned by Huangjia Hotel Co., Ltd, the Sheraton Jiangyin Hotel will be part of a mixed-use complex that will also include guesthouse and convention center. The hotel will feature 296 rooms and suites, 46,877 square feet of meeting space and convention center, three restaurants and two bars, business center, health club, indoor heated swimming pool, spa and a gift shop.
Sheraton Jiangyin Hotel boasts its own attached convention centre with almost 3,700 square meters of flexible conference and event space, and state of the art meetings technology. Our 14 meeting and function spaces, including our 2,100 square meter Grand Ballroom, allow us to cater to the largest conference, exhibition or gala social event. Our dedicated staff of event professionals will see to every detail, guaranteeing your occasion is both successful and hassle-free.
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The St. Regis Chengdu
Sheraton Jiangyin Hotel
No. 59 Dingshan Road
Jiangyin, Jiangsu Province, 214400
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/articles.aspx?ArticleId=692
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China: Sheraton Dalian Xinghai Hotel
Owned by Dalian Air-Way Real Estate Development Co., Ltd, Sheraton Dalian Xinghai Hotel is the first Sheraton hotel in Dalian, and is targeted to open in 2012. Located in Xinghai Square – East Asia’s largest square in Dalian, the Sheraton Dalian Xinghai Hotel will help guests feel they truly belong in an area known for its fresh sea foods and beautiful views. Being part of a mixed-use complex that will also include two residential apartments, the new Sheraton will consist of 637 rooms and suites, three restaurants and one bar, 24,000 square feet of meeting space, indoor heated swimming pool, health club, spa and a retail shop. Most of the hotel guestrooms will face Xinghai Square with excellent sea view. Xinghai Bay area is planned as the new financial business district and exhibition center of Dalian.
Overlooking Xinghai Square in the Xinghai Bay area designated as Dalian's financial, business and exhibition centre, our hotel is a comfortable and convenient home away from home for anyone wishing to explore the area.
Settle in for a comfortable stay in one of our 637 guest rooms and suites, most with sea views. Make yourself at home, taking comfort in our plush signature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper (SM) Bed, flat screen TV and High Speed Internet Access. After a busy day, relax with a cocktail in our Lobby Lounge or share a tasty meal at our All Day Dining, Chinese or specialty restaurants. The Link@ Sheraton, experienced with Microsoft, in our lobby area, offers a space where guests can work, relax, unwind and connect. An indoor pool, health club and pampering spa will also be available for your relaxation.
Our meeting space spans 2,200 square metres and is designed to help you bring colleagues together, whether in one of our nine meeting rooms or our Grand Ballroom. Our staff is dedicated to helping you plan a successful meeting, conference or special event—and looks forward to transforming our space to suit your occasion.
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Sheraton Dalian Xinghai Hotel
Floor 18, Shanghai Times Square
93 Huai Hai Zhong Road
Shanghai, 200021
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/articles.aspx?ArticleId=692
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China: Sheraton Bailuhu Resort, Huizhou
Starwood Hotels & Resorts has entered an agreement with Huizhou Bailuhu Tour Enterprise Development Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of Agile Property Holdings Limited, to manage a 438-room Sheraton resort including 2 presidential villas in Huizhou, Guangdong, expected to open in 2012. Situated along the Bailuhu (Egret Lake) in Ru Hu Town, the hotel is approximately 9 km from the Huizhou city centre, 16 km from the Huizhou Airport, 60 km from Hong Kong and 100 km from Guangzhou. The hotel will offer approximately 44,00 square feet of meeting space, four food and beverage outlets, business center, health club, indoor heated swimming pool, pampering spa and retail shops. Offering all of Sheraton’s signature comforts, the resort will be part of an integrated water and golf resort community that includes Bailuhu and a 27-hole golf course.
The Sheraton Bailuhu Resort, Huizhou is the ideal Huizhou area hotel for connecting with family and friends. We are part of an integrated water and golf community spread over 1,000 hectares, located in Ru Hu town. Some of the amazing recreational facilities available within the development will include a yacht club, golf course, man-made beach, water park, water and grass skiing, nature gardens and cultural square.
Our 438 guest rooms, suites and Presidential villas are equipped with all the amenities you will need for a relaxing stay, including 32" flat screen TV; High Speed Internet Access and the familiar comfort of the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper (SM) Bed, with a plush mattress and cozy duvet. Every inch of our guest rooms has been designed with your comfort in mind.
We invite you to relax in our indoor pool, pampering spa, or with an invigorating workout in our fitness centre. Share a meal and conversation in one of our three restaurants or linger over a cocktail or coffee in our Lobby Lounge.
With over 4,000 square meters and 11 function spaces, including a Grand Ballroom, we can help you arrange a memorable conference or event so you can get back to the business of relaxing.
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Sheraton Dalian Xinghai Hotel
Sheraton Bailuhu Resort, Huizhou
Floor 18, Shanghai Times Square
93 Huai Hai Zhong Road
Shanghai, 200021
http://www.starwoodhotels.com
http://www.hotelnewsnow.com/articles.aspx?ArticleId=692
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India: Plan to increase production capacity of Sundaram Brake Linings
Sundaram Brake Linings Ltd, part of the TVS Group, has planned to increase production capacity of friction material (brake linings) by 3,000 tpa to 23,000 tpa. The project is estimated to cost Rs 21.50 crore, out of which Rs 17.50 crore will come as debt from banks while the remaining will be contributed from internal accruals.
Speaking to Projectmonitor, an official spokesperson of Chennai-based SBL said that the expansion would be carried out at the unit located within the Mahindra World City special economic zone, 50 km from Chennai on NH-45, in Kancheepuram district. With project work likely to begin soon, the expansion project is scheduled for completion by the third quarter of fiscal 2010-11.
The capacity expansion is geared to meet export demand. Elaborating on the existing infrastructure, the official said that SBL has four manufacturing units—one each at Mahindra World City and Chennai (at Padi), and two at Madurai (TSK Puram). "Our total capacity across all four units today stands at 20,000 tpa," he said. The individual capacity of SBL's Mahindra World unit, the company's latest production facility, was not immediately available.
Sundaram Brake Linings has decided to increase the production capacity of friction materials by 3000 metric tonnes from existing 20000 metric tonnes. The total expenditure involved will be Rs 21.50 crore approximately of which Rs 17.50 crore will be borrowed from banks and the balance will be contributed from internal resources. The expansion work will start soon and is expected to be completed by 3 quarter of 2010-11 barring unforeseen circumstances. This will enable SBL to cater to growing export demand and any increase in demand in domestic market.
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Sundaram Brake Linings Ltd
Padi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600050.
Tel: 044-42205300;
Fax: 044-42205572;
http://www.indiainfoline.com/Markets/News/News.aspx?NewsId=353666
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India: Phoenix, Marriott plan 5-star hotel in Mumbai
Phoenix Mills Ltd, in a joint venture with Marriott International, is setting up a hotel called 'The Marriott' at the under-construction Phoenix Market City at Kurla in central Mumbai. The 300-key hotel is being developed by Graceworks Realty & Leisure Pvt. Ltd, a company promoted by Phoenix and HBS Realtors.
Phoenix Market City is proposed to be a first-of-its-kind retail and entertainment haven that will feature India's largest multiplex, an iconic mall, office space and the first international 5-star hotel in the central suburb.
The project will spread over 25 acres with 1.35 million sqft of retail and 1.20 million sqft of office space, in addition to the hotel.
The company has also promoted Gangetic Hotels Pvt. Ltd jointly with Tayal for setting up 'The Courtyard by Marriott Hotel' at Agra in Uttar Pradesh. The 165-key Courtyard will form a part of Phoenix Market City mixed-use development promoted by Big Apple Real Estate Pvt. Ltd, in which Phoenix has majority stake.
Phoenix has entered into a management agreement with Marriott International for the above hotels which are being executed at an estimated cost of Rs 320 crore.
To be built at a cumulative project cost of about Rs 320 crore, the hotels are part of mixed-use, retail-led development, stated a release from the company.
The Marriott at Phoenix Market City, Kurla, in Mumbai will be a 300-room hotel and developed by Graceworks Realty & Leisure, a company promoted by Phoenix Hospitality and HBS Realtors. The hotel will come up close to the international and domestic airports.
Phoenix Market City is under construction, a retail and entertainment place which features the country's largest multiplex, a mall, restaurants and bars and extensive commercial office space.
The Marriott Hotel will be the first international 5-star hotel brand to start operations in the central suburb of Mumbai.
The Courtyard by Marriott Hotel at Agra will be developed by Gangetic Hotels, promoted jointly with Phoenix Hospitality. The hotel will form a part of a larger Phoenix Market City mixed-use development, promoted by Big Apple Real Estate in which Phoenix Mills has a majority stake. The hotels will have 165 rooms.
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The Phoenix Mills Ltd
462, Senapati Bapat Marg,
Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013.
Tel: 022-24964307-9;
Fax: 022-24938388
http://www.business-standard.com/india/news/phoenix-hospitality-inks-pactmarriott-international/11/11/375957/
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India: Westbank plans new hospital
Westbank Group will soon set up a multi-speciality hospital at Howrah, West Bengal, with an investment of around Rs 61 crore. The hospital, the group's second venture in the district, is expected to become operational by mid-2011.Hosmac India Private Limited is doing management consultancy of the project.
The proposed hospital will have 200 beds initially which will be expanded to 400 at a later stage. To be constructed on a 1.5 lakh sqft area, the hospital will have medical facilities like radiotherapy with linear accelerator and invasive cardiology along with cardiothoracic surgery.
The first hospital, with a 500-bed capacity, established by the group in Howrah offers specialisation in gastroenterology, diabetes and endocrinology, cardiology, neurology, medical oncology, psychiatry, paediatrics, dermatology, gynecology, and nephrology, plastic and micro vascular reconstructive surgery, neurosurgery, and spinal surgery, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and speech therapy.
The management of Howrah-based West Bank Hospital has chalked out plans to come up with another 150-bed hospital in its vicinity. The hospital is located in Andul region of Howrah and is only five kilometres away from the present 150-bed hospital.
The hospital, spread over an area of 12,380 square metre, would have a built-up area of over 1.5 lakh square feet. Says Asish Chakraborty, Executive Director, West Bank Hospital, It would have departments of cardiology, cardio thoracic, vascular services, radiology, radiotherapy, nephrology, gynaecology & obstretics, dental, ENT and emergency.
The land for the project has been taken from the West Bengal Government on a 30-year lease and renewable further. The estimated cost of the project (inclusive of construction and equipment) is around Rs 55 crore. Funding would be through a mixture of equity and debt. The construction of the project is expected to start by September 2009. The hospital will start radiotherapy and OPD services by June 2010 and the entire services by 2011.
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Westbank Hospitals
Andul Raod, Howrah,
Kolkata, West Bengal.
Tel: 033-26448888;
Fax: 033-26448673
http://www.expresshealthcare.in/200909/market10.shtml
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India: New mall Project in Ranchi
Jokhiram Durga Dutta, a Jharkhand-based firm, is developing a mall the 'JD Hi Street Mall' in Ranchi, the state capital.
The multiplex-cum-shopping mall will come up on over 18,000 sqft area opposite GEL Church Complex in Ranchi. It will comprise G+8 floors and three-level basement for parking 100 cars. The mall will have retail stores, food courts, three-lane bowling alley and a three-screen sphere-shaped multiplex for seat 750 people. While two small screens will have a capacity of 150 each, the third will accommodate 450 people at a time.
The company has appointed Saurabh Gupta, a Delhi-based architect, as architectural consultancy. The project is scheduled to be completed by March 2010.
The sphere-shaped multiplex will seat 750 people together. The two small screens have a capacity of 150 each while another can seat a total of 450 people at a time.
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Jokhiram Durga Dutta,
Sarawgi House, Upper Bazaar,
J.J. Road, Ranchi,
Jharkhand.
Tel: 0651-208978;
Fax: 0651-208978
http://www.telegraphindia.com/1091109/jsp/jharkhand/story_11716760.jsp
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India: BOC India to set up air separation units Project
BOC India, a member of The Linde Group, on Tuesday announced its plans to invest Rs. 830 crore in India including a Rs. 600-crore investment for setting up an air separation unit (ASU) at the Jamshedpur works of Tata Steel. Once commissioned in early 2012, this will be the largest such plant in India and among Linde’s biggest in Asia.
BOC India Ltd, a member of the world-leading industrial gases and engineering Linde Group, is planning to set up an air separation unit in Jharkhand at an estimated cost of Rs 600 crore. The plant is being set up at the Jamshedpur works of Tata Steel Ltd. On completion in early 2012, it will be the group's largest plant in Asia.
The project is at a very nascent stage. We are awaiting land allocation from the Tatas adjacent to our existing plant at Tata Steel, Jamshedpur, with a capacity of 1,290 tpd. The The project will be funded through a debt-equity ratio of 50:50," a spokesperson for BOC India told Projectmonitor.
The new air separation unit with a capacity of 2,550 tpd will meet the requirement of the Jamshedpur unit as well as other units in the east. The unit will cater to the steel major's current expansion from 7 million tpa to 10 million tpa. Other liquid products will also be available to meet industry demand.
The company is also investing around Rs 500 crore in an ASU and ancillary equipment unit at Rourkela Steel Plant in Orissa to meet its requirement of industrial gases as well as the demand for liquid products in the eastern region. The spokesperson further quoted "The plant with a capacity of 750 tpd is under construction and expected to complete by the end of 2010".
Besides, BOC India also plans to invest Rs 150 crore in an air separation unit in the north, Rs 200 crore in a similar plant in the west, and Rs 230 crore on two ASUs in Maharashtra with a production capacity of 500 tpd of liquid products. The above projects, scheduled to commission by March 2011, will be financed through loans from the parent company or internal accruals.
Linde Group also intends to acquire and operate three existing ASUs owned by Tata Steel for the supply of gases to the latter's Jamshedpur facilities.
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BOC India Ltd,
Oxygen House, P43,
Taratala Road, Kolkata,
West Bengal 700088.
Tel: 033-24014708
Fax: 033-24014974
http://www.thehindu.com/2009/10/28/stories/2009102857461300.htm
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India: Surya Roshni plans capacity Expansion Project
Surya Roshni Ltd, electrical bulbs, tubelights and steel pipes manufacturing company is planning to invest Rs 550 crore towards capacity expansion programme of its different plants in the country by March 2010. The investment also includes the Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh plants.
Work on the manufacturing units in the southern part of the country is in progress and expected to complete in the next financial year.
Surya Roshni Ltd on Wednesday announced plans to invest Rs 550 crore in the coming year in new plants for both capacity expansion and modernisation.
The lighting and steel pipe manufacturer has also forecast a turnover of Rs 2,500 crore for the fiscal.
According to the company, Rs 400 crore of the investment will be used for setting up a steel pipe plant in Bhuj, Gujarat. This plant will have a maximum capacity of 3 lakh tonnes of pipes a year.
We are setting up this plant to cut down on our raw material costs of steel. With the port close by, we can import steel at a cheaper rate, which will enable us to cut down on our costs.
Mr Agarwal said Rs 100 crore has been earmarked for setting up a plant near Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, where the company has acquired 50 acres. The plant, which will produce high-mast towers and octagonal street-light poles, will have a capacity of 40,000 poles a year.
Surya Roshni operates a facility about one km from this new project in Gwalior.
He added that the company expects a Rs 500-crore turnover from this plant in three years.
The remaining Rs 50 crore of the investment will go towards the modernisation of its cold rolling strip mill at Bahadurgarh, Haryana. The investment is to be financed through internal accruals and loans from State Bank of India and Punjab National Bank, said Mr Agarwal.
According to the company, 20 per cent of the turnover or Rs 350 crore in the last fiscal was from exports of its lighting products.
Surya Roshni also has a plant in Kashipur, Uttarakhand, which manufactures lighting units.
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Surya Roshni Ltd
2nd Floor, Padma Tower- I, 8,
Rajendra Place, New Delhi - 110008.
Tel: 011-25810093-96
Fax: 011-25789560
http://www.blonnet.com/2009/06/25/stories/2009062551540300.htm
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India: Godrej Properties Develop first residential project in Kolkata
Godrej Properties Ltd, the real estate arm of Godrej Group, has launched its first residential project, Godrej Prakriti, at Sodepur on Barrackpore Trunk Road in Kolkata. The project combines modern apartments with landscape and greenery, open space, and natural water bodies on 24 acres of land.
The project, to be financed through bank loans and internal accruals, is expected to be completed by the end of 2012.
The company has tied up with Larsen & Toubro Ltd for the construction of the project that will comprise 2BHK, 2BHK with study, 3BHK and duplex apartments ranging from 900 to 1,800 sqft. The proposed amenities include playground for football and cricket, community hall with indoor games, party hall, guestrooms, clubhouse, swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis court, library and restaurant. Other facilities like hospitals, schools and educational institutions are already developed.
Located in Sodepur on Barrackpore Trunk Road, the project has excellent rail and road connectivity and benefits from the fully developed infrastructural facilities around it such as schools, hospitals and educational institutions. The company has tied up with Larsen & Toubro for the construction of the project.
This complex is set in over 24 acres of greenery and has natural water bodies which the company plans to preserve.
Customers will have the options to choose from a range of 2, 2 plus study, 3 BHK and Duplex apartments with areas ranging from 900 – 1800sq.ft. Facilitiessuch as Community Centre, Club House, Swimming Pool, Library, Gym etc. are also planned within the complex.
The company is also executing two IT park projects in Kolkata-Godrej Waterside and Godrej Genesis, in Sector-V, Salt Lake.
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Godrej Properties Ltd,
4th Floor, Godrej Bhavan 4A,
Home Street, Fort Mumbai,
Maharashtra 400001.
Tel: 022-66510200;
Fax: 022-22072044
http://www.indiaprwire.com/pressrelease/real-estate/2009103136687.htm
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India: Golf course in Cuddapah
Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation has appointed Tropical Ecology of Hyderabad as contractor for a new 9-hole golf course at Idupulapaya, Vempally Mandal, in Cuddapah district of the state, reports ProjectsToday. Work on the project is currently underway and is likely to be completed by July 2010. APTDC had invited bids for the golf course project in August this year and finalised the contract in October.
tourist resort will be built with 16 cottages at a cost of Rs. 2.50 crore, a golf course will be developed on 30 acres and boating would be arranged in tanks near the eco-park at Idupulapaya in Kadapa district, Principal Secretary of Tourism Lakshmi Parthasarathi said on Wednesday.
Ms. Parthasarathi, A.P. Tourism Development Corporation Chairman P.K. Dewan and corporation’s Managing Director Jayesh Ranjan inspected Idupulapaya, Gandikota, Tallapaka, Pathakadapa and Cherlopalle tanks in the district and held a review meeting with the District Collector M.T. Krishna Babu and officials here.
An executive class nine-hole golf course designed by renowned designer Capt. Dhillon would be developed at Idupulapaya, Ms. Parthasarathi stated.
The golf course, tourist resorts and boating facilities at Idupulapaya would be completed within the next six months.
The area around Brahmamsagar reservoir and Mylavaram dam would be developed into tourist spots.
An educational and information technology area and a residential township would be developed on 2,000 acres near Gandikota fort in Jammalamadugu with public-private partnership. Of the Rs. 31.70 crore requisitioned, the Government released Rs. 8 crore so far and the remaining funds could be sanctioned before this year end.
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Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation,
Tourism House, Himayatnagar,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500063.
Tel: 040-23262151/ 21522153;
Fax: 040-23261801
http://www.gtsonnet.com/projects.htmlhttp://www.thehindu.com/2008/05/15/stories/2008051559880500.htm
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India: Orissa's first biotech park project on PPP
The Orissa government, in joint venture with Bharat Biotech International Ltd, is setting up a knowledge park in Bhubaneswar at an estimated cost of Rs 100 crore. This is the state's first PPP-based integrated industrial park. The project, to be developed through an SPV, Konark Knowledge Park, will come up at Mouza-Andharua near the state capital.
Chief minister Naveen Patnaik laid the foundation stone for this project on October 25. Work on this project is expected to be completed eight years from now.
The state government has allocated 64.86 acres of land to the SPV on a long-term lease. The park will be developed in two phases-30 acres in phase-I and 24.86 acres in phase-II. The remaining 10 acres has been set aside for a biotech incubation centre. The SPV will execute the lease-cum-development agreement with Orissa Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation which will provide infrastructure such as approach roads to the gate, uninterrupted water supply, power with a 33 KVA substation and sewage system.
The project aims to promote investment in the areas of biotech, pharma and IT industries in the state.
Two major projects executed by Bharat Biotech International are the integrated Agri-Biotech Park in Bangalore and Genome Valley BioPharmaceutical cluster on the outskirts of Hyderabad.
The Orissa Government has selected Bharat Biotech International (BBIL), http://www.bharatbiotech.com the multidimensional biotechnology company specializing in product-oriented research, development and manufacturing of vaccines and biotherapeutics as the ‘Developer’ for its first Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) “Biotech Pharma IT” project in the state. The park to be located at Mouza-Andharua, Bhubaneswar is estimated to cost about Rs.100 crores and it is slated to be completed in 8 years.
The State Government of Orissa has allocated 54.86 acres of land to Bharat Biotech towards the development of an integrated industrial park to attract and promote pharmaceutical, biotechnology and information technology industries in Bhubaneswar in the Private Public Partnership mode. The Park is the first of its kind in Orissa envisages promotion of Biotech, Pharmaceuticals and IT industries in the State.
The development of this integrated park would help kick start investments in the areas of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals in Orissa. The land has been allocated in the form of a long term lease to Bharat Biotech with commitments of time bound development of infrastructure and facilities.
Bharat Biotech has significant prior experience in the development and successful commercialization of technology parks in India. Dr. Krishna Ella and his team have successfully developed an integrated food biotech park in Bangalore. Dr. Ella was also instrumental in the establishment and development of the Genome Valley BioPharmaceutical cluster located in the outskirts of Hyderabad.
Bharat Biotech will form a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to develop the BT-Pharma-IT Park at Andharua. The SPV will execute the Lease cum Development Agreement of the Bharat Biotech with Orissa Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation (IDCO). The State Govt of Orissa and IDCO have agreed to provide all external infrastructure facilities, such as road connectivity, water supply, power supply with 33 KVA sub-station etc to facilitate rapid development of internal infrastructure.
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Bharat Biotech International Ltd,
Genome Valley, Shameerpet,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500078.
Tel: 040-23480567;
Fax: 040-23480560;
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India: Developing a condominium complex Project
Hiland Group, a realty company of Kolkata, is developing a condominium complex, The Hiland Sapphire, in place of a colonial bungalow on Ballygunge Park Road in Kolkata. The project, coming up on 1.2 acres, is expected to be completed by mid-2011.
The complex will be a 15-storey building comprising G+13 floors and 26 lavish apartments with two apartments on each floor, including two duplex units.
The company has appointed DP Architects, a Singapore-based architecture firm, for the project design and Sameera Rathod Associates of Mumbai to help with the design reinvention, along with Aniket Bhagwat of Ahmedabad for landscaping inputs, Sanon Sen & Associates for master planning, and MN Consultants Pvt. Ltd for consultancy services in civil and structural engineering.
Some of the features of this project are a secluded car park at the rear of the building, green landscape, high ceilings with flat slabs without beam support, a trendy 1,500 sqft gym equipped with modern equipment, and separate living quarters for domestic help.
Theother upcoming projects are Hiland Willows in New Town and Calcutta Riverside.
This plot of land on the posh Ballygunge Park Road, it was actually a colonial bungalow owned by one of the leading business families of the city -- the Kanois. The developers promise that the tall structure, which will come up in place of this colonial property, will be an exceptional example of reinvention and retrofit design. The Hiland Sapphire, the exclusive G+13 high-rise, is being carefully developed by the city-based realty player-Hiland Group, reports Financial Chronicle.
The re-design drive is indeed unique, more so in this downturn gloom, since the realtors actually lost money in the entire process. But in our case, the whole idea was to create a landmark for the city, quoted Sumit Dabriwal, managing director, Hiland Group in the report.
The condominium complex will have 26 lavish apartments including two duplex units spread over a 1.2-acres, which originally housed the Kanois’ sprawling bungalow, the report added.
Even after the skeleton of Sapphire’s superstructure was up, we decided to completely dismantle the original exterior design concept which was more ornate, opting for a minimalist skin instead. The challenge was to retain the skeleton, and work around the basic box, using an inside-out approach. We took the challenge and we are confident that we will succeed.
31/12/2009
Hiland Group
225C, A.J.C. Bose Road,
4th Floor, Kolkata,
West Bengal 700020.
Tel: 033-22839015-20
http://www.kolkatascoop.com/section/real_estate
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