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Arabian Business
3 days ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai construction inspections surge 36% in 2025 as sustainability efforts hit new milestone
Dubai Municipality has ramped up its oversight of the emirate's building sector, completing more than 25,000 field inspections in the first half of 2025 — a 36 per cent jump compared to the same period last year. The inspections covered more than 18,800 active construction sites with a combined built-up area of more than 36 million square metres, up 11 per cent year-on-year, reflecting Dubai's continued expansion in real estate and infrastructure. The Municipality reported a 96 per cent compliance rate, underscoring its push to ensure safety, quality, and sustainability in line with Dubai's ambition to be the world's smartest and most sustainable city in construction. Dubai construction inspections Between January and June, 1,669 building completion certificates were issued, up 30 per cent from 2024, adding nearly 2 million square metres of new residential, commercial, and industrial space. This included: 1,484 villas 74 multi-storey buildings 60 industrial facilities Maryam Al Muhairi, CEO of the Buildings Regulation and Permits Agency at Dubai Municipality, said: 'Dubai Municipality places great emphasis on precise engineering oversight of construction activities, considering it a key tool to regulate the sector and elevate its standards, in line with our unwavering commitment to developing it into the world's smartest and most sustainable. 'We aim to provide a safe and sustainable construction environment, applying the highest quality and safety standards at all stages, which contribute to enhancing residents' quality of life and reinforcing Dubai's position as a leading hub in construction and building. 'Today, Dubai is not just a rapidly developing city — it is a global platform offering a sustainable model for future urban development. We remain committed to pursuing this ambitious vision, working hand in hand with our partners in the construction sector to drive sustainability, excellence, and innovation.' Sustainability remains central to Dubai's construction strategy. In the first half of 2025, more than 1.5 million cubic metres of green concrete were used, while 16.4 million cubic metres of soil were recycled — equivalent to filling 6,500 Olympic swimming pools. The Municipality also issued 4,222 sand transport and supply permits and approved 1,126 free sand requests for Emirati citizens building private villas. These measures form part of a wider vision to streamline building procedures, enhance governance, and maintain legislative flexibility, reinforcing the emirate's appeal as a global investment hub in the construction sector.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Wiltshire firms welcome job opportunities in building sector
A recruitment drive in the building sector has been welcomed by the Minister of State for Industry. The initiative, led by the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF), aims to attract skilled workers to the industry, including in Wiltshire. The Building Materials Careers programme, launched earlier this year, is part of a broader effort to address recruitment challenges in the sector. The initiative is part of a cross-industry collaboration involving more than 1,000 companies in the £51 billion sector. Read more: Swindon Travelodge outrage after 'stained' hotel stay The campaign aims to attract school leavers, trainees, Armed Forces veterans, and career changers to the industry. BMF members have shared their career journeys on the website to showcase the opportunities available in the sector. The website also lists current vacancies in the industry. John Newcomb, BMF CEO, said: "Manufacturers, suppliers, and merchants in Wiltshire's building materials sector need to be considered as the lifeblood of the construction industry, and our members are laying the groundwork now for the scale-up required to meet Government targets. "Increased amounts of building materials from bricks and mortar to plasterboard and fixings will be needed by the construction industry if it is to meet the government's pledged 1.5 million homes." The Building Materials Careers programme builds on the success of the BMF's Apprenticeship Pledge, which exceeded its target of securing 15,000 apprenticeship places within the sector by 2030, five years ahead of schedule. Minister of State for Industry, Sarah Jones MP, said: "We are aware of the scale of the skills and workforce challenge in the construction sector and are working to address this across government. "Initiatives such as the 'Make a Material Difference' campaign and the BMF Apprenticeship Pledge are helpful examples of existing industry programmes in this space, given the importance of both attracting new entrants to the sector and retaining them." Read more: Council housing in Swindon doesn't meet legal standards David Young, chief executive at BMF member company Bradfords, which operates across Wiltshire, said: "It is positive to see the Building Materials initiative gaining traction at the highest levels. "It was a no-brainer for Bradfords to be involved." John Carter, chief executive of STARK Building Materials UK Ltd, added: "Being a professional tradesperson takes a high degree of skill that is often misunderstood and overlooked when you consider a completed building project. "The campaign complements the work that STARK UK is doing to promote and support the many opportunities in our sector."
