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Web Release
08-04-2025
- Business
- Web Release
THE NED DOHA RECEIVES THE COVETED LEED GOLD CERTIFICATION
By Editor_wr On Apr 8, 2025 Housed in the historic former Ministry of Interior building, The Ned Doha exudes a chic, 1970s-inspired style in its art gallery-like spaces. Yet, behind its striking façade, as recognised by a recent LEED accolade, the hotel's design merges aesthetic appeal with environmentally conscious principles. Having made history as the first and only hotel in Doha to earn a gold-level LEED O+M certification for an existing building, this stunning property stands as an exemplary model of sustainability, showcasing the significant environmental impact that thoughtful design and operation can achieve. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification sets the standard for green buildings, promoting efficiency, sustainability, and long-term benefits for both people and the planet. As a globally recognised mark of environmental excellence, LEED-certified properties like The Ned Doha play a crucial role in tackling climate change and advancing ESG goals. Evaluated across seven key areas—Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Innovation in Design Process, and Regional Priority— this certification ensures a holistic approach to responsible design. Meanwhile, LEED O+M (Operations and Maintenance) focuses on enhancing the sustainability of buildings that have been fully operational for at least a year. An ideal framework for preserving architectural heritage while reducing environmental impact, it highlights that demolishing an existing structure in favour of new construction comes with a heavy ecological cost. By becoming the first and only hotel to receive the Gold LEED certification in the O+M category for existing buildings, The Ned Doha has not only honoured the city's rich history but also embraced a more sustainable future. Achieving gold certification reflects The Ned Doha's success in integrating sustainable design and operational excellence throughout the property. This prestigious recognition highlights the hotel's efforts to minimise environmental impact, with measures like reducing heat and light pollution, improving waste management, controlling tobacco smoke, green cleaning practices, and enhancing energy performance. The Ned Doha is a modernist masterpiece designed in the 1970s by renowned Lebanese architect William Sednaoui, features grids, nooks, waffle ceilings, and textures that make it an architectural landmark on Doha's Corniche waterfront. Thoughtfully reimagined by David Chipperfield Architects Berlin with interiors by Soho House Design, the hotel strikes a perfect balance between preserving its historical significance and introducing a contemporary aesthetic that elevates its role as a cultural and social hub. Beyond its striking design and rich architectural heritage, The Ned Doha is a shining example of how historic spaces can be revitalised with sustainability at their core. Every aspect of the hotel's operations, from efficient energy use to mindful waste management, reflects a forward-thinking approach that proves thoughtful design can drive meaningful environmental impact. As a premier hospitality destination in Doha, The Ned Doha seamlessly blends luxury with responsible practices, setting a powerful example that elegance and environmental consciousness can thrive hand in hand. For further inquiries or additional information about The Ned Doha, please visit , call +974 4406 1111, or WhatsApp at +974 5117 6558. THE NED DOHA RECEIVES THE COVETED LEED GOLD CERTIFICATION Comments are closed.
ME Construction
17-03-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
Farnek achieved record sales revenue of over $18.63mn in 2024
Financial Farnek achieved record sales revenue of over $18.63mn in 2024 By Farnek was awarded more than 460 contracts, with over 1,500 additional members of staff, mobilised to sites across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, bringing their total headcount to over 9,000 Facilities management (FM) company Farnek has achieved record sales revenue in 2024, securing a host of new and retained contracts, valued at more than US $18.63mn. In total during 2024, Farnek was awarded more than 460 contracts, with over 1,500 additional members of staff, mobilised to sites across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, bringing their total headcount to over 9,000. According to Markus Oberlin, Group CEO at Farnek, '2024 was an outstanding year for new business development and contract retention. We managed to increase our market share in the UAE and in Saudi Arabia, through sectors such as energy, healthcare, aviation, hospitality, retail, commercial and residential property. Given the rapid growth in real estate development, demand for innovative AI-driven smart and green solutions will continue to drive the FM market throughout the GCC, as companies strive for automation, sustainability and cost efficiency.' Farnek has steadily increased its share of the Abu Dhabi FM market with new business wins totalling $64.8mn, which includes Khalifa Sport City, Etihad Airways Engineering and the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant. The firm also made considerable gains in the hospitality sector by winning multiple hospitality contracts valued at $19.4mn mobilising 450 staff. Security was another sector where Farnek gained multiple contracts valued at over $6.75mn, from major companies such as GMG, Aramex, MAG EYE, AZADEA, NAS 2 and MIZA Investments. Farnek's home maintenance company Hitches & Glitches, secured a significant contract with Emaar Hospitality to manage back of door services, for 14 Emaar Residence Towers featuring more than 7,000 apartments, as well as the contract for King's College Hospital and its clinics. Farnek's smart FM solutions company HITEK, has implemented its digital solutions at Sports Boulevard in Riyadh, with an additional contract for the mining company Maaden and has successfully developed and activated a community app for the MAG City development in Dubai plus a waste management agreement with du. 'HITEK also launched its Housekeeping Plus solution last year, a smart mobile application for the hospitality sector and its MEDTEK solution has been set up successfully and is already supporting more than 10,000 patients,' added Oberlin. Another achievement in 2024 was Farnek's support for the Burj Khalifa's successful LEED O+M Platinum Certification. Farnek has been providing MEP hard services for the world's tallest building since 2010. Farnek services a wide range of industry sectors and its scope of work includes a considerable number of contracts for total facilities management (TFM), as well as dedicated hard and soft services such as MEP, cleaning, maintenance, security and housekeeping, amongst others.
