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Gulf Today
3 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Today
Dubai's Dhs3.37 billion Hassyan desalination plant reaches 78% completion
The seawater desalination plant project at Hassyan complex in Dubai, with a production capacity of up to 180 million gallons per day under the Independent Water Producer (IWP) model, has reached 78% completion and all phases are scheduled to be finalised by the first quarter of 2027. The project is part of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority's (DEWA) strategy to increase water desalination capacity in Dubai. It is one of the world's largest seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) projects and DEWA's first IWP initiative, with investments totaling Dhs3.377 billion. On Saturday, Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of DEWA, inspected the progress of the project's first phase, accompanied by Waleed Salman, Executive Vice President of Business Development and Excellence, and other senior officials and engineers. Al Tayer emphasised that the project aligns with the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, to provide advanced and integrated infrastructure for energy and water. This supports Dubai's rapid growth and meets rising water demand in line with sustainable development goals. Al Tayer toured various sections of the project, which is a cornerstone of Dubai's smart desalination infrastructure and supports the 2030 Integrated Water Resource Management Strategy. Officials from Hassyan Water A provided detailed presentations on the project's progress. DEWA is constructing desalination plants using SWRO technology and by 2030, DEWA will add 240 million gallons to its daily desalination capacity using SWRO, bringing the total capacity to 735 million gallons per day. The goal is to produce 100% of desalinated water using a mix of clean energy and waste heat by 2030.
Zawya
4 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
DEWA's Hassyan IWP project reaches 78% completion
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority's (DEWA) first Independent Water Producer (IWP) project in the Hassyan complex in Jebel Ali has reached 78 percent completion, the DFM-listed utility said on Friday. DEWA said in a press statement that the 3.377 billion UAE dirhams ($919 million) Hassyan A plant, billed as one of the largest seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination projects in the world, will have a production capacity of 180 Million Imperial Gallons per Day (MIGD) and is scheduled for full completion in the first quarter of 2027. The project achieved financial close in April 2024. The project received Middle East and Africa Deal of the Year 2024' award from Zawya's sister publication Project Finance International (PFI) in July 2025. DEWA is targeting a total desalination capacity of 735 MIGD by 2030, with SWRO technology accounting for 240 MIGD. The utility aims to produce 100 percent of desalinated water using a mix of clean energy and waste heat by 2030. (Writing by Deva Palanisamy; Editing by Anoop Menon) (
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Trex Broadens Western U.S. Reach Through Expansion With IWP
Strategic move reinforces Trex's leadership position and supports ongoing growth in the Mountain Region WINCHESTER, Va., August 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Trex Company, Inc. (NYSE: TREX), the world's largest manufacturer of wood-alternative decking and residential railing products, is expanding its partnership with International Wood Products, LLC (IWP), strengthening its presence in the Western U.S. through increased channel support and enhanced product accessibility. As part of this initiative, IWP will now exclusively stock Trex® decking and railing at its newly opened facility in Salt Lake City, Utah, and continue to do so at all six of its distribution centers across the region. This development builds on the long-standing success of the Trex-IWP relationship in the Pacific Northwest and California. The addition of IWP's new facility will further bolster Trex's coverage in the Intermountain West, a key growth area within the national housing market, while complementing the company's existing distributor relationships across the region. "This expansion further strengthens our world-class distribution network which supports market growth and drives customer success," said Kevin Brennan, Vice President, North American Pro Channel Sales at Trex. "IWP has proven to be a strong Trex partner, and we are pleased they will be expanding their footprint in a region with significant opportunity." "We are thrilled to expand our relationship with Trex and look forward to bringing another great product to our valued customers in Utah and across the Intermountain West," said Josh Hamilton, President of International Wood Products. "Our relationship with Trex has been built on mutual trust and shared values, and we are incredibly proud of the success we have achieved together. By exclusively stocking Trex decking and railing products at all six of our distribution facilities in the West, including Salt Lake City, we will offer a comprehensive selection of premium solutions to our valued customers across the region." Strategic Highlights: Expanded Market Coverage – Strengthens Trex's presence in Utah and across the Intermountain West, reinforcing the brand's commitment to serving the growing housing market with reliable access to industry-leading products. Comprehensive Product Availability – IWP will stock the full line of Trex decking and railing products, including the new Trex Select™ aluminum and Trex Enhance™ steel railing systems, offering solutions for a wide range of product types and budgets. Sustained Channel Investment – This move underscores Trex's strategy to support continued conversion from wood to composite decking and to double its share of the $3.1 billion residential railing market over five years. This expansion reinforces Trex's ongoing commitment to channel excellence, long-standing distributor partnerships, and the delivery of high-performance, sustainable outdoor living products. To learn more, visit For more about IWP, visit About Trex Company For more than 30 years, Trex Company [NYSE: TREX] has invented, reinvented and defined the composite decking category. Today, the company is the world's #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and residential railing, and a leader in high performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products. Boasting the industry's strongest distribution network, Trex sells products through more than 6,700 retail outlets across six continents. Through strategic licensing agreements, the company offers a comprehensive outdoor living portfolio that includes deck drainage, flashing tapes, LED lighting, outdoor kitchen components, pergolas, spiral stairs, fencing, lattice, cornhole and outdoor furniture – all marketed under the Trex® brand. Based in Winchester, Va., Trex is proud to have been named America's Most Trusted® Outdoor Decking** 5 Years in a Row (2021-2025). The company also holds a place on Barron's list of the 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies (2024 and 2025), was named one of America's Most Responsible Companies 2024 by Newsweek, ranked as one of the 100 Best ESG Companies by Investor's Business Daily, and named the Sustainable Brand Leader in the decking category by Green Builder Media for the 15th consecutive year. For more information, visit You may also follow Trex on Facebook (trexcompany), Instagram (trexcompany), X (Trex_Company), LinkedIn (trex-company), TikTok (trexcompany), Pinterest (trexcompany) and Houzz (trex-company-inc), or view product and demonstration videos on the brand's YouTube channel (TheTrexCo). **2021-2025 DISCLAIMER: Trex received the highest numerical score in the proprietary Lifestory Research 2021-2025 America's Most Trusted® Outdoor Decking studies. Study results are based on the experiences and perceptions of people surveyed. Your experiences may vary. Visit About International Wood Products International Wood Products, LLC (IWP) is an independent, full-service stocking distributor and manufacturer of quality building materials providing service to building materials suppliers in the Western United States. View source version on Contacts Corinne RacineL.C. Williams & Associates(312) 565-4615cracine@
Biz Bahrain
01-08-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
EWA launches international tender for 60 MIGD Hidd Independent Water Plant
Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, President of the Electricity and Water Authority (EWA), announced the launch of an international tender for the development and implementation of the Hidd Independent Water Production Plant, with a planned capacity of 60 million imperial gallons per day (MIGD) of potable water. The project will be executed through a strategic partnership with the private sector under a Build-Own-Operate (BOO) model. The President highlighted that EWA has completed the pre-qualification process for developers, resulting in the qualification of nine companies and consortia with proven expertise in developing Independent Water Production (IWP) projects. The qualified entities include Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), ACWA Power Company (ACWA), Gulf Investment Corporation (GIC), GS Inima, Al Jomaih Energy and Water Company (AEW), JERA Middle East and Africa Management Co Ltd (JERA), Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), Sumitomo Corp., and China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CEMC). EWA encourages interested contractors and investors to directly engage with the pre-qualified entities to explore potential partnerships and enhance collaboration in delivering this strategic infrastructure project. The project will leverage advanced reverse osmosis (RO) technologies known for their high operational efficiency and world-class quality standards. Commercial operations are expected to commence in the second quarter of 2028, following commissioning and performance testing phases. Kamal underscored that the project aligns with EWA's strategic plan to replace older plants with more modern and efficient plants that reduce natural gas consumption. This supports the Kingdom's efforts to optimise resource utilisation and reduce carbon emissions, in line with Bahrain's environmental sustainability goals. He highlighted that this initiative represents a key milestone in strengthening the Kingdom's water infrastructure and ensuring long-term water security. It reflects EWA's continued commitment to sustainability across the electricity and water sectors by enhancing collaboration with the private sector to expand production capabilities. The project supports Bahrain's sustainable development objectives and national commitments to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. BNA(R)
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Business Standard
30-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
US visa interview waiver 2025: Who is still eligible under new rules
Beginning September 2, the US government will roll back many of its visa interview waivers. All non-immigrant visa applicants, including children under 14 and adults over 79, will now generally be required to appear for an in-person interview with a US consular officer. This change will affect a wide range of visa categories, including business and tourist visas (B-1/B-2), student visas (F and M), work visas (such as H-1B), and exchange visitor visas (J). Only a few categories will continue to be exempt. The US Department of State has said certain diplomatic and official visa applicants will still be eligible for waivers. These include: A-1, A-2, C-3 (excluding personal staff), G-1 to G-4, and NATO categories TECRO E-1 applicants Applicants for diplomatic or official-type visas B-1/B-2 visa holders seeking renewal within 12 months of visa expiry, provided they were at least 18 years old when the previous visa was issued Eligibility rules for those seeking waivers Even for those technically eligible for an interview waiver, additional conditions must be met. These include: The visa application must be submitted in the applicant's country of nationality or residence The applicant must not have had a previous visa refusal (unless overturned or waived) There should be no signs of ineligibility on the record The US Citizenship and Immigration Services noted that discretion still lies with consular officers. 'Consular officers may still require in-person interviews on a case-by-case basis for any reason,' said USCIS. It advised applicants to check embassy or consulate websites for location-specific updates. This policy replaces the earlier Interview Waiver Update from February 18, 2025. How the interview waiver programme works The Interview Waiver Programme (IWP) allows some applicants to send in their visa documents by post rather than visiting the embassy. But the system will now direct more people to schedule interviews. Once an applicant creates an online profile and pays the visa fees, the appointment system will ask a set of eligibility questions. If the applicant qualifies for the waiver, instructions are provided for submitting documents by post. Otherwise, they must schedule an interview. What documents to send if you qualify If you're eligible for the IWP and the system instructs you to mail your documents, the following items must be included in one large envelope. For families, all documents should be submitted together: Each applicant must include: Current passport (original, no cover or case) Previous US visa and passport (if applicable and different from the current passport) Printed DS-160 confirmation page (barcode page only) One physical visa-size photo (2x2 inch or 5x5 cm, white background) Any additional documents based on visa type Additional documents required for certain applicants Work visa applicants (H, L, P, R, O): Include the I-797 or I-129S form Students or exchange visitors (F, M, J): Include the I-20 or DS-2019 form Missing documents can cause delays. If consular officers later decide an interview is necessary, an email will be sent with scheduling instructions. If the visa can be issued without an interview, the applicant will receive tracking details for the return of their passport, as per the instructions given by the US embassy.
