Maher: We have a two-tier strategy. The first is
centred around our civil works. These civil works
are our initial foray into the Abu Dhabi market – and
something we will maintain on an on-going basis.
Another area of interest for us is the oil and gas
sector, where my previous experience lies.
CEO: In terms of civil works, what projects are you
working on?
Maher: We have already completed the rafts and the
basements on four major towers under construction
in Reem Island. Under “Plan 2030”, Reem Island is
set to become the new central business district of Abu
Dhabi. A tender has been put out for the construction
of the towers themselves, and we are confident that
we should win work from at least one of them.
CEO: What kind of capacity do you have to bring to
bear when executing projects?
We have a partnership for instance with Cammach,
the Scottish company, which compliments our
experience on the deliverable side. Bringing projects
in on time and at cost is a priority for us.
CEO: Since Abu Dhabi is such an energy based
economy, we are keen to find out about your
experience in the oil and gas industry and your plans
for bringing Aims into this sector.
Maher: Having been Project Director for CCTC,
offshore oil and gas installations are my speciality.
We want to work with serious partners on offshore
projects. This is a sector in which previous experience
is necessary and that is what we have. We are still
working closely with CCTC, and as such, we have
the capacity, capability, and most importantly, the
experience, to deliver real value to offshore oil
and gas projects, not only in the Gulf, but also
internationally.
Maher: With 400 employees here, it is clear that we
are a substantial company that is set to take advantage
of the favourable market conditions in order to
generate long term relationships with satisfied
clients by delivering a consistently excellent service
in line with their objectives. We have partnerships
with various companies in order to deliver excellent
service to the market here.
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