Vision 2030 Jan. 2011 | Page 100

Contracting for oil & gas Interview with Maher Muqattash, Managing Partner, Aims General Contracting Company Although only recently established in Abu Dhabi, Aims General Contracting Company, under the leadership of Managing Partner, Maher Muqattash looks set to be a rising star of the Abu Dhabi scene. From its headquarters in Ras Al Khaimah, the company has branched out into UAE’s leading Emirate in order to work not only on civil works, but also, interestingly enough, on oil and gas related projects as well. This is where the experience of Maher Muqattash comes into play. As Projects Director and Head of Civil & Architectural Department of the well-reputed Control Contracting & Trading Co. (CCTC), Maher brings a wealth of experience to the table. Having managed projects that involved complete responsibility for the development of the living quarters and switchgear facilities on multiple oil rigs, Maher knows what it takes to develop a successful concern in the sector. Maher has worked with household names such as ELF, McDermott, Anadarko, Shell and, the world’s largest company, ExxonMobil. Given this knowledge of the market, he is positioning Aims to be in contention for the 20 Billion Dirhams worth of oil and gas projects recently announced. CEO: What is the plan for Aims General Contracting in terms of tackling the Abu Dhabi marketplace? 98