Lead Sponsor

SOILMEC / TREVI Group
Websites: www.soilmec.it
                    www.trevigroup.com

SOILMEC is an international leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of equipment for the ground engineering field. The company was established in 1969. SOILMEC develops safe, innovative, cutting-edge technologies and provided the construction industry with a full range of equipment solutions.

SOILMEC equipment are in job sites all over the world for bridges, viaducts, motorways, tunnels, underground lines, railways, works in every soil and climatic conditions, social contexts, languages, cultures.

Over 90% of SOILMEC turnover is exported to foreign markets.

The use of SOILMEC equipment on jobsites, all around the world, proves the effectiveness of the technical solutions developed by SOILMEC , under different and difficult working conditions.

SOILMEC S.p.A. is part of the TREVI GROUP, today a major organization in foundation engineering and hydrogeology providing cutting-edge technology and solutions. Joining forces and interacting with a main contractor such as TREVI results in state-of-the art equipment.

Gold Sponsor and Coffee Sponsor

Valbruna
Website: www.valbruna-stainless-steel.com

Acciaierie Valbruna S.p.A. Italy, is leading European Manufacturer for Stainless Steel Long Products, specialized for materials used in Marine Construction, Industrial Manufacturing, Petrochemical Industry, Oil & Gas, Refinery, Power Generation, Aerospace sector and for Stainless Steel Fabrication. With more than 75 years of expertise in the respected industry and outstanding contribution of our R&D department facilitate Valbruna to be a leader as manufacturer & supplier of marine grade stainless steel in all the grades with products ranges from Stainless Steel Rebars to Stainless Steel Profiles for real value for money. Furthermore our close association with clients, FEED engineers, consultants, research institutes, Inspection agencies, Bridges & highway societies and academicians helped us to draw the parameter to offer the required grades and material for various applications. With a wide network of distribution centre owned directly by Acciaierie Valbruna S.p.A, (about 32 centers worldwide, including 02 centers in GCC ) we ascertain that, the Quality& Services has been reached to the client as per their satisfaction.

ULMA
Website: www.ulma-c.com

ULMA is the 3rd largest company worldwide in the development, manufacture and sale/rental of industrialized systems for construction, namely formwork, scaffolding and shoring / propping systems. With its large product range that provides solutions for any kind of jobs, ULMA provides a safe, reliable and economical solution for the construction of all types of residential and commercial buildings as well as civil works. The company was founded in 1961, is headquartered in Spain and belongs to one of the biggest Spanish industrial groups - Mondragón Corporación Cooperativa or MCC. ULMA’s products are designed and developed by its own engineering team, tested according to European standards and manufactured in one of the largest production plants in Europe.

The company is ISO 9001 certified since 1994 and its entire factory welding processes are certified by SLV Mannheim Institute in Germany. ULMA has 23 fully owned subsidiaries worldwide and an added direct distribution presence in many other countries.

ULMA´s guiding principle is to exceed customer´s expectations in providing high quality and safety in the construction sites of all markets where ULMA is present and the company follows criteria of excellence and collaborates with its clients not only in the projects’ study but in the building site as well, by supervision of the deployment of its products, training on site, drafting and assembly of the company´s products so they are applied with the efficiency and reliability they have been designed for.

Bentley
Website: www.Bentley.com/BrIM

Bentley provides integrated engineering software to the World’s leading infrastructure designers, owners and operators. Serving the entire life-cycle of infrastructure assets; from planning through design and construction to operation and maintenance, its commitment to interoperability and over 20 years of dedication to the civil industry, means Bentley is preferred technology partner to many global engineering organisations. Bentley’s Bridge solution includes RM Bridge, LEAP Bridge and Bentley Rebar, and is the most extensive offering in this sector. Combined with Bridge Information Modeling (BrIM), which fosters the use of bridge design data in downstream processes, Bentley is unique in addressing the planning, design and analysis of virtually any bridge type (old/new), material or construction method. Successful delivery of projects is reliant on the collaboration of expert teams, across multiple locations, organisations and engineering disciplines. Bentley’s platform products including MicroStation and ProjectWise - manage, share and publish the complex engineering data essential to this process. For more information visit www.Bentley.com/BrIM or contact Nader.Reslan@Bentley.com

Lunch Sponsors – Day One & Associate Sponsors:

Eco
Website: www.ecooo.com

ECO is in the supply solutions business representing various international companies in the region. Our range fulfils the requirements of various sectors of the construction industry specialized in infrastructure construction materials. The professional and timely services we provide and the synergy of different strands of expertise we employ enabled us to establish a large market base in the Middle East & Gulf region.

Our products and services are vital to Bridge, Tunnel & Motorway construction, in addition to working in sectors such as Railway & Canal construction.

Strategically located in the UAE, ECO is your one stop shop providing specialized & Innovative supply solutions for construction materials requirements according to the latest international standards. Covering the markets of UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

Maurer Söhne GmbH
Website: www.maurer-soehne.com

Maurer Söhne GmbH & Co. KG, founded in Munich in 1876, is one of the leading companies in the field of structural steel engineering, mechanical and plant engineering. Maurer Söhne disposes of comprehensive and unequalled competences to develop, manufacture, install and supervise effective protection devices also for complex structural movements. For now four decades MAURER Söhne GmbH & Co. KG has been technological market leader and decisively enhances structural protection by innovations.

Maurer Söhne GmbH & Co. KG, is global market leader in the sector of structural protection systems, to which belong 5 product ranges:

• Structural Expansion joints
• Structural bearings
• Seismic devices
• Vibration absorbers
• Monitoring

Our success is based on tradition and innovation, the quality of our products is at German/European top level.

EarthTec
Website: www.earthteccorp.com

EarthTec International are among the most innovative and experienced designers and suppliers of MSE and other earth retaining technologies world wide. EarthTec pioneered the use of geosynthetic strip reinforcements along with wholly polymeric positive connections that provide for long design life in the aggressive soil and climactic conditions found in the Arabian gulf. These systems have been adopted by demanding owners throughout the gulf region on projects including the Dubai Airport Extension, Naad Al Hamar Beirut Road Tunnels Project, the Abu Dhabi—Dubai Road Proejct and the IP-44 Al Salam St to Sea Palace Interchange Project.

Since 2005 EarthTec International have partnered with ECO LLC in the Gulf countries to provide an intensive local design and site support services, along side our world class systems.

Unibeton
Website: www.unibetonrm.com

Unibeton Ready Mix has grown organically to be recognised as the largest manufacturer and distributor of ready mix concrete products in the Gulf. Unibeton have a wide experience on bridge projects such as Sheik Zayed and Saadiyat bridges in Abu Dhabi, In Dubai Interchanges on Sheik Zayed Road and Palm Island, Palm Jumeirah Monorail and the Floating Bridge. Unibeton achievements include a record breaking pour of 16,000 m3 of self compacting concrete at the ‘Landmark Tower’ project in Abu Dhabi as well as a pour of 20,000m3 in a record breaking 35 hours at the Al Attar Sky Spiral Tower in Dubai. Unibeton has expanded its focus from leading innovator in self-compacting concrete and was first to introduce low carbon emission concrete to the UAE. Unibeton has the latest mix design technology installed in its batch plants which enables delivery of carbon emission savings of up to 70%, while meeting the unique requirements of its clients. Unibeton is also a member of the Emirates Green Building Council and remains committed to leading technological innovation in the field of green technology. With this experience and technology Unibeton are expanding into the GCC region and making inroads on projects within the international arena in 2010.

Associate Sponsors

Arminox®
Website: www.arminox.com

Arminox® is one of the world’s leading suppliers of stainless steel reinforcement for use in the construction industry all over the world. Our strength lies not only in the steel, but particularly in our great experience and know-how. This relates to both the development as well as intelligent use of stainless steel reinforcement. Internationally Arminox® was among the first to develop greater awareness and understanding of stainless steel reinforcement. Our products and know-how develop constantly, for instance through cooperation with national and international research institutions, consulting engineers, and steel manufacturers.

BBR
Websites: www.bbrnetwork.com
                    www.structuralsystems.com.au

Structural Systems is a leading provider of specialist services to the Construction and Engineering Industries and operates from offices throughout Australia, the Middle East and the United Kingdom. Established in 1959 and listed on the Australian Stock Exchange in 1987 the Company has an unequalled reputation for service, quality and innovation. The Company offers a variety of specialized services which include strand, wire and bar Post-Tensioning, External Prestressing, Stay Cables, Slipform, Incremental Launching, Heavy Lifting, Load Handling, Remedial Engineering, Strengthening, and Ground Anchors. These services are provided across a wide variety of infrastructure, bridge, building, LNG/LPG storage tank, and other civil engineering projects. Structural Systems established its UAE operations in Dubai in 1997, and has since successfully completed a Decade of Excellence in the Middle East. Structural Systems is a member of the BBR Network which operates in over 50 countries world wide. BBR was founded in Switzerland in 1944 and is recognized as the leading group of specialist engineering contractors in the field of post-tensioning, stay cable and related construction engineering.

Inspectech
Website: www.ikkgroup.com

Inspectech, division of Kabbani Construction Group, is the Middle East’s pioneer in Infrastructure Management Solutions. Its unique approach stems from its latest engineering techniques, state-of-the-art technologies and the continuous contribution of a dynamic R&D department. Inspectech can therefore fine tune its wide range of services in order to better serve national administrators, private owners and engineering firms. The services include testing, inspection, management, evaluation and monitoring of bridges, pipelines, tunnels, dams, buildings among others. With a broad spectrum of non-destructive testing equipment, a comprehensive inventory of systems and a vigorously trained/certified team of engineers, Inspectech always take a closer look. As of late, bridges have gained Inspectech’s attention in the Kingdom, giving it the opportunity to become a key player in Saudi Arabia’s implementation of a nationwide bridge management solution.

MMFX
Website: www.mmfx.com

MMFX Steel DMCC was formed to market and sell the steel products of MMFX Technologies Corporation in the Middle East region. MMFX Technologies Corporation, headquartered in Irvine, California, was formed to commercialize its proprietary, micro and nanotechnologies that enable the manipulation of the microstructures of materials to obtain optimum microstructural properties. The current focus for MMFX’s core technology is uncoated steel that has a microstructure fundamentally different from conventional steel; in fact, this revolutionary technology produces steel unlike any steel material ever introduced to the marketplace – five times as corrosion-resistant and up to three times as strong as conventional steel.

CCL Group
Website: www.cclstressing.com

CCL established in 1935 and is recognized as pioneer and expert in pre-stressed concrete technology and related engineering. Since its foundation, CCL’s focus on quality, performance and innovation have excelled the company to become a worldwide post-tensioning specialist. CCL enjoys presence around the world with subsidiaries constantly coordinating together to bring the outmost benefits and knowledge to local markets.

Through its commitment to the Middle East and Gulf region, CCL established fully controlled subsidiaries in KSA, UAE, Qatar, and Lebanon, all backed by CCL centralized services to be able to perfectly serve their local markets. Teams of engineers and experts are available locally to assist owners, consultants and contractors and oversee project requirements, supply and construction.

CCL was involved in numerous prestigious projects around the world: bridges, civil structures and buildings. In the Middle East, CCL has completed recently many landmark projects.

CCL prides itself with high quality products and outstanding services. The range of provided products and systems reflects decades of continuous research and development. Our products comply with major international standards: FIB, ETAG, AASHTO. The company’s strict quality control system has earned it the ISO seal and renown accreditations.

CCL values and enforces Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy and Agility across all subsidiaries and personnel. CCL believes in building long lasting relationships with its clients and help deliver cutting edge services.

DYWIDAG-Systems International (DSI)
Website: www.dywidag-systems.com

DYWIDAG-Systems International (DSI) is a globally operating German construction technology group. DSI produces and supplies high quality Geotechnical, Post-Tensioning, Stay Cable, Geotechnical and Reinforcement Systems.

DSI’s experience in planning and installation guarantee greatest flexibility and high security support for challenging engineering structures. DSI stands for total quality at all levels of activity.

Qatar Australian Construction Systems (QACS) is the local partner of DSI. QACS is doing design and installation for the DYWIDAG Systems.

Due to the close cooperation of both companies an excellent service for all clients is guaranteed in accordance with the DSI slogan: "Local Presence - Global Competence".

Dillinger Middle East
Website: www.dillingermiddleeast.com

Ekspan
Website: www.ekspan.co.uk

At Ekspan our work ethic reinforces the company’s total commitment to provide whole life care on all bridge structures whether new or old. With over 18 years experience in the bridge industry, Ekspan continues to supply structural bearings, expansion joints and drainage systems to a broad range of clients including local authorities, consultants, contractors and engineers. We offer full product and site support; from design, manufacture, supply and installation to inspection, site maintenance and replacement work. Our depth of knowledge and expertise enables us to provide structural solutions by way of consultancy support or the delivery of a complete project management service.

General Technologies, Inc
Website: www.gti-usa.net

General Technologies, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and supplies specialty reinforcement systems and components (bonded post-tensioning, unbonded post-tensioning, and concrete accessories) for all types of concrete structures all over the world. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, GTI is globally recognized for quality high-performance products and hold s of more than 100 patents worldwide. GTI developed the first plastic duct and precast segmental duct coupler system to increase the life span of today’s bridges. General Technologies, Inc. works with Government Agencies, Engineers, Suppliers and Contractors to develop solutions to eliminate the corrosion and deterioration of concrete buildings and bridges.

IMI QATAR
Website: www.imi-eag.com

Industrial Maintenance International is one of the world’s leading services company in technical assistance. IMI has been committed to offering world-class services to clients for more than three decades. We offer our clients and partners an array of services, ranging from the supply of skilled work force on Industrial work sites throughout the world to training and global maintenance. We have a yearly capacity of 15 million working hours for contract personnel in the fields of mechanics, electricity, civil works, oil and gaz. From grass root construction to commissioning, start-up, operations and maintenance, IMI is a partner through the lifetime of a project. www.imi-eag.com / www.imiworkforce.com

Khalid Cement
Website: www.kccqatar.com

Khalid Cement Industries Complex (KCIC) is one of Qatar’s foremost suppliers of complete concrete solutions. KCIC specializes in the areas of manufacturing and selling Ready Mix Concrete, Hollow Core Slabs, Concrete Blocks, Interlock Pavers, Precast Building Solutions, Boundary Walls and Kerbstones. In a short period of time KCIC became a major player in construction material production with high quality products and services. KCIC is an ISO 9001-2008 certified company with the ability to design, produce and erect complete precast buildings quickly and efficiently which will save time and money for our valued customers. We have successfully completed some major landmark projects in Qatar.

Pitchmastic PmB
Website: www.pitchmasticpmb.co.uk

Pitchmastic PmB offers a comprehensive range of structural waterproofing services from its regional office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

For over 20 years Pitchmastic PmB has manufactured the world renowned PmB structural waterproofing system which is based upon raw materials supplied by Bayer, the worlds leading chemical conglomerate.

The system which meets stringent international standards is installed by Pitchmastic PmB’s specialist spray personnel who have applied over 7,000,000m² worldwide. Pitchmastic’s unparralled record and technical ability has helped them undertake various large scale projects including The Palm Jumeriah, Sheik Zayed Bridge and Al Sowwah Island Bridge.

SOFiSTiK
Website: www.sofistik.com

SOFiSTiK – Finite Element Analysis & Design Software SOFiSTiK, based in Germany, is a leading developer of Non-linear Finite Element Analysis & Design Software. The program portfolio offers solutions for buildings, light weight structures, bridge design, geotechnics & tunneling and computational fluid dynamics. SOFiSTiK comes with various design-codes as for example ACI, EC, BS, SNIP, Austrian, Australian Standard, BAEL, EHE. Preprocessing is being offered through AutoCAD 2009, Autodesk REVIT Structure 2009 and a powerful ASCII-based parametric user interface. SOFiSTiK runs on Windows and Linux.

Stirling Lloyd
Website: www.stirlinglloyd.com

Stirling Lloyd has been supplying the GCC and Middle Eastern Market for over 20 years with high performance, specialist membranes and protective coatings.

The company will be exhibiting their “Eliminator®”, MMA spray-applied bridge deck waterproofing system – the market leader in terms of performance and use, for road and rail bridges including with Gussasphalt and other advanced surfacing. The Sentinel® Range of Expansion Joints will also be on show.

The on-site Stirling Lloyd staff will also be happy to discuss the companies other systems which include internal and external tunnel linings, structural waterproofing systems, storage and containment membranes and roof coatings.

Tycsa psc
Website: www.tycsapsc.com

VOLKMANN & ROSSBACH Group (VR)
Website: www.volkmann-rossbach.de

With more than 40 years experience, the VOLKMANN & ROSSBACH Group (VR) provide state-of-the-art solutions in road safety, including steel crash barriers and parapets.

More than 800 highly-skilled employees and specialists of different fields develop VR's innovative safety systems. Those road safety products are manufactured in modern plants and installed by safety specialists wherever required.

Being accepted as a competent and qualified road safety consultant by several national and international committees and working groups, VR is actively contributing in improving road safety all over the world.

The group includes consulting and developing firms, production plants with integrated zinc coating plants as well as installation companies. The quality system, according to DIN EN ISO 9001:2000, guarantees a permanent high degree of quality.

WireCo WorldGroup
Website: www.wirecoworldgroup.com

WireCo WorldGroup is the world’s leader in manufacturing, engineering and distributing wire rope, wire rope assemblies and Macwhyte structural bridge components including tie-down assemblies, suspender cables and hand rails. Fabricated to meet demanding requirements, wire rope support and suspender cables have been proven to stand the test of time for some of the world’s biggest bridges and structures. WireCo WorldGroup produces ASTM A586 structural strand and ASTM A603 structural bridge rope and is QPL Qualified and certified by both API and ISO. We provide the solutions to meet your most stringent requirements and always deliver on time.

RMD Kwikform
Website: www.rmdkwikform.com