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Syyaha
25-06-2025
- Business
- Syyaha
WW+P to explore UAE and Saudi Arabia markets with global expansion strategies
WW+P Architects, a London-based architecture firmthat comprises over 200 architects and planners across nine studios globally, is poised to expand its presence with a significant emphasis on the UAE and Saudi Arabian markets. With 40 years of global infrastructure experience, WW+P is uniquely positioned to support national development goals through a strong global project portfolio and upcoming initiatives designed for urban transformation. The company primarily focuses on transport and infrastructure, transit-oriented development, masterplanning, and urban regeneration projects that closely align with the strategic objectives for sustainable development in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Its major global projects include Paddington Elizabeth Line Station, the multi award-winning station transforming the passenger experience at Paddington in London, UK; and the Metro Tunnel Project in Melbourne Australia, a project that transforms Melbourne's rail network by delivering twin 9km tunnels under Melbourne's CBD and five new stations (a world-class collaboration with practices with Hassell and RSHP) – due to open in late 2025. WW+P is part of 10N Collective, a leading collective of global urbanism, architecture and related design experts brought together by Egis Group – including WW+P, 10 Design, SvN, Fenwick Iribarren Architects, U+A, and Omrania. Each practice within 10N has achieved recognition for high profile and award-winning projects, from urban policy, transport and mixed use, to commercial, hospitality, stadia and housing. Formerly known as Weston Williamson + Partners, WW+P is actively involved in planned industry visits and media features in the UAE and KSA, as well as exploring potential regional strategic partnerships. Furthermore, the company is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025 with international events and announcements, emphasizing WW+P's long history of transforming urban development. Within the region, WW+P is delivering design services for transport hubs, taking the design from concept through to schematic and detailed including preparation of tender documentation and issue for construction; as well as working on concept design proposals for high speed rail – developing proposals for iconic, high-capacity sub-surface stations that reflect local character and provide solutions for flexible urban integration with emerging masterplans. Neil Baker, Managing Director for the Middle East, commented, 'As we expand our foothold in the Middle East, we find ourselves motivated by the region's ambitious goals for urban infrastructure and sustainability. At WW+P, our business principles emphasize innovation and collaboration, and we are excited to use our global expertise to support transformative projects in the UAE and Saudi Arabia – working on some of the world's most ambitious projects. The decision is especially significant given that we are celebrating our 40th anniversary this year, laying the groundwork for our path to excellence in these vital markets.' With its upcoming projects in the region, WW+P is positioned to continue redefining urban development through its global expertise and teams. By expanding its presence in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, the company aims to advance its broader development objectives while also supporting the strategic infrastructure goals of both countries.
Web Release
24-06-2025
- Business
- Web Release
WW+P to explore UAE and Saudi Arabia markets with global expansion strategies
WW+P Architects, a London-based architecture firm that comprises over 200 architects and planners across nine studios globally, is poised to expand its presence with a significant emphasis on the UAE and Saudi Arabian markets. With 40 years of global infrastructure experience, WW+P is uniquely positioned to support national development goals through a strong global project portfolio and upcoming initiatives designed for urban transformation. The company primarily focuses on transport and infrastructure, transit-oriented development, masterplanning, and urban regeneration projects that closely align with the strategic objectives for sustainable development in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Its major global projects include Paddington Elizabeth Line Station, the multi award-winning station transforming the passenger experience at Paddington in London, UK; and the Metro Tunnel Project in Melbourne Australia, a project that transforms Melbourne's rail network by delivering twin 9km tunnels under Melbourne's CBD and five new stations (a world-class collaboration with practices with Hassell and RSHP) – due to open in late 2025. WW+P is part of 10N Collective, a leading collective of global urbanism, architecture and related design experts brought together by Egis Group – including WW+P, 10 Design, SvN, Fenwick Iribarren Architects, U+A, and Omrania. Each practice within 10N has achieved recognition for high profile and award-winning projects, from urban policy, transport and mixed use, to commercial, hospitality, stadia and housing. Formerly known as Weston Williamson + Partners, WW+P is actively involved in planned industry visits and media features in the UAE and KSA, as well as exploring potential regional strategic partnerships. Furthermore, the company is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025 with international events and announcements, emphasizing WW+P's long history of transforming urban development. Within the region, WW+P is delivering design services for transport hubs, taking the design from concept through to schematic and detailed including preparation of tender documentation and issue for construction; as well as working on concept design proposals for high speed rail – developing proposals for iconic, high-capacity sub-surface stations that reflect local character and provide solutions for flexible urban integration with emerging masterplans. Neil Baker, Managing Director for the Middle East, commented, 'As we expand our foothold in the Middle East, we find ourselves motivated by the region's ambitious goals for urban infrastructure and sustainability. At WW+P, our business principles emphasize innovation and collaboration, and we are excited to use our global expertise to support transformative projects in the UAE and Saudi Arabia – working on some of the world's most ambitious projects. The decision is especially significant given that we are celebrating our 40th anniversary this year, laying the groundwork for our path to excellence in these vital markets.' With its upcoming projects in the region, WW+P is positioned to continue redefining urban development through its global expertise and teams. By expanding its presence in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, the company aims to advance its broader development objectives while also supporting the strategic infrastructure goals of both countries.
Mid East Info
23-06-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
WW+P to explore UAE and Saudi Arabia markets with global expansion strategies - Middle East Business News and Information
The global architecture and urban design leader will bring 40 years of infrastructure expertise to the region WW+P Architects, a London-based architecture firm that comprises over 200 architects and planners across nine studios globally, is poised to expand its presence with a significant emphasis on the UAE and Saudi Arabian markets. With 40 years of global infrastructure experience, WW+P is uniquely positioned to support national development goals through a strong global project portfolio and upcoming initiatives designed for urban transformation. The company primarily focuses on transport and infrastructure, transit-oriented development, masterplanning, and urban regeneration projects that closely align with the strategic objectives for sustainable development in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Its major global projects include Paddington Elizabeth Line Station, the multi award-winning station transforming the passenger experience at Paddington in London, UK; and the Metro Tunnel Project in Melbourne Australia, a project that transforms Melbourne's rail network by delivering twin 9km tunnels under Melbourne's CBD and five new stations (a world-class collaboration with practices with Hassell and RSHP) – due to open in late 2025. WW+P is part of 10N Collective, a leading collective of global urbanism, architecture and related design experts brought together by Egis Group – including WW+P, 10 Design, SvN, Fenwick Iribarren Architects, U+A, and Omrania. Each practice within 10N has achieved recognition for high profile and award-winning projects, from urban policy, transport and mixed use, to commercial, hospitality, stadia and housing. Formerly known as Weston Williamson + Partners, WW+P is actively involved in planned industry visits and media features in the UAE and KSA, as well as exploring potential regional strategic partnerships. Furthermore, the company is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025 with international events and announcements, emphasizing WW+P's long history of transforming urban development. Within the region, WW+P is delivering design services for transport hubs, taking the design from concept through to schematic and detailed including preparation of tender documentation and issue for construction; as well as working on concept design proposals for high speed rail – developing proposals for iconic, high-capacity sub-surface stations that reflect local character and provide solutions for flexible urban integration with emerging masterplans. Neil Baker, Managing Director for the Middle East, commented, 'As we expand our foothold in the Middle East, we find ourselves motivated by the region's ambitious goals for urban infrastructure and sustainability. At WW+P, our business principles emphasize innovation and collaboration, and we are excited to use our global expertise to support transformative projects in the UAE and Saudi Arabia – working on some of the world's most ambitious projects. The decision is especially significant given that we are celebrating our 40th anniversary this year, laying the groundwork for our path to excellence in these vital markets.' With its upcoming projects in the region, WW+P is positioned to continue redefining urban development through its global expertise and teams. By expanding its presence in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, the company aims to advance its broader development objectives while also supporting the strategic infrastructure goals of both countries.
BBC News
18-03-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
South East pothole repair bill is £2.5bn
The backlog of repairs to "pothole-plagued" roads in the south east of England is £2.5bn, a report has half the region's road network - more than 13k miles - has less than 15 years' structural life remaining, according to the Annual Local Authority Road Maintenance (ALARM) survey, produced by the Asphalt Industry County Council (KCC) highways chief has called for a law change on roadworks permits and "significantly more" maintenance Department of Transport has been approached for a comment. The ALARM survey also found roads were only resurfaced on average once every 188 years in the South East. It said there was a "repeated pattern of short-term cash injections in an effort to stem the accelerating decline in road conditions, followed by longer periods of underfunding".KCC councillor Neil Baker said: "What we need is significantly more funds for ongoing road maintenance, over multiple years, so we can plan ahead."Roads have been underfunded for decades. It will take much more than a quick fix if residents are able to drive on surfaces they want and deserve." Calls to change law Fixing potholes raises a bigger issue, said Mr Baker, about the council's power over its own road are 5,400 miles of road in Kent to manage, and there has been an increase of a "few thousand closures annually to 16,000 closures a year", said chair of the KCC environment and transport cabinet committee, Sean while KCC issues the temporary road closure permits, it has virtually no say in when, where or to whom they can be issued, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Baker said nearly one in three of all permits issued were for "emergencies" which started immediately, with a minimum of two hours notice. Much of the work is utilities and broadband providers associated with house building or infrastructure repair or Baker said it was "impossible to co-ordinate" long-term maintenance projects and pothole patching. The transport chief has called for the Highways Act to be amended to allow councils to deny permits that are applied for.
BBC News
16-03-2025
- General
- BBC News
Kent County Council waives fees for WW2 street parties
Residents who want to organise a street party to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day will not have to pay a road closure application fee, Kent County Council (KCC) has local authority says residents can apply to close a road for a party and to attach bunting or flags to streetlights.A KCC spokesperson said to be eligible for the waiver, the road closure must be planned for the "sole purpose of holding a celebration street party in a residential area".Neil Baker, cabinet member for highways and transport, said: "These occasions are a time of reflection and celebration, marking a momentous time in our nation's history. "It is only right that we support people in any way we can who wish to celebrate.'I would encourage anyone interested in hosting a street party to apply through our online form."The closing date for the fee waiver application for VE day celebration is 22 March and 27 June for VJ Day.
