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Call to Abolish Fees on Foreign Labor in Saudi Construction Sector

Member of the Shura Council, Raida Abu Nayan, has called for a study to abolish fees imposed on foreign labor in the construction sector to reduce housing costs for Saudi citizens. This was discussed during a council session chaired by Sheikh Abdullah Al Sheikh via video conference.

Singapore to Build First 3D Printed Pedestrian Bridge by 2028

Singapore is set to complete its first 3D printed pedestrian bridge in the Jurong West area by 2028. This initiative aims to enhance construction productivity amid labor constraints.

Increase Revenues in Scaffolding Market Driven by World Cup Projects

Economic reports indicate a significant rise in scaffolding market revenues due to World Cup and infrastructure projects. These initiatives have greatly boosted the demand for scaffolding, reflecting growth in the construction sector.

Trump's Decisions Hinder Construction of U.S. Data Centers

Recent decisions by President Donald Trump's administration have impacted efforts to expand artificial intelligence data centers within the United States. Despite Trump's emphasis on the importance of these centers, significant obstacles remain.

Abu Dhabi Municipality mandates engineers to register in licensing system

The Abu Dhabi Municipality has announced the mandatory registration of engineers in the licensing system for the construction sector. This decision aims to enhance quality and safety standards in construction projects.

Innovate Smart Plastic House Project to Enhance Sustainability

Taliban has unveiled an innovative project named 'Smart Plastic House' aimed at enhancing sustainability in the construction sector. The project utilizes recycled plastic materials to reduce environmental impact and improve energy efficiency.

Achieve profits of $205.7 million in 2025

Orascom Construction announced it will achieve profits of <strong>$205.7 million</strong> in 2025, reflecting the company's strong performance amid current economic challenges.

Propose additional budget to build 3 million homes in Indonesia

Indonesian Minister of Agriculture and Spatial Planning, Nushron Wahid, has proposed an additional budget to implement a program for building <strong>3 million homes</strong>. This initiative aims to improve housing conditions for citizens, especially in densely populated areas.

Saudi Arabia sees 19.6% increase in building permits in January

Saudi Arabia recorded a significant increase in the number of building permits issued, with a rise of <strong>19.6%</strong> in January compared to the same period last year. This development reflects a growing activity in the construction sector.