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The holy month of Ramadan and its reduced working hours have had little impact to our day-to-day operations. With a myriad of tenders to plough through, official appointments for another 2 no Data Centre’s in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, together with an engagement for our O & M department where we are fast tracking a suite of O & M’s and Training Manuals, it is business as usual for the team. With our regional partner, Andy Britnell being in town from the UK, focus has been on solidifying partnerships that will enable the business to operate in the wider GCC marketplace with absolute confidence, so exciting times ahead. Additionally, our internal HR platform has been significantly updated which is far more intuitive and interactive for all users. Our managing partner, Lee Hewitt continues to dedicate his personal time as the Chairman of the GCC CSA, where he, in collaboration with other committee members in this focus group, have written a three-part series on Commissioning that has been published on the usual platforms by CPI’s Climate Control Magazine (March April and May) and these articles will be uploaded imminently. What’s also very encouraging has been the sharp uptake in CSA applicants in the last quarter for educational courses.

Continuing our expansion across the GCC, we welcome our newest team members to Core Emirates family. Noting our primary focus is ensuring our clients receive professional delivery our new appointments have been carefully selected. Mr Fadi Alamat is our second Jordanian Core employee by the same name. Fadi was already known to the business, comes with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and has previously been engaged by some of the region’s major contracting companies. Fadi’s earlier Military background is evident in his structured approach to his duties, and we are looking forward to developing his skills further as he embarks on the client delivery of a large-scale mixed-use development in Bahrain. Mr. Loreto Almoite has a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering. Having seconded Loreto’s services on multiple occasions, when the opportunity presented itself, his appointment was simply a formality. Loreto has strong technical skills, adapts to new challenges and has worked on some of the GCC’s largest developments including the Midfield Terminal project with our team. Bartolome Baliuag AKA “Bart” comes also from an electrical background with a BSc but has since developed a keen eye for anything ELV. Bart has been in the region for over a decade so is well versed in our market sector having delivered some major schemes. Previous engagements with main contractors, contractors and specialist consultancies allow Bart to the hit the ground running as a valued member of the Core team. WELCOME ON BOARD

2020 was a challenging year for everyone internally and externally to the business. Our staff have dealt with the COVID-19 situation with the upmost professionalism by continuing to serve and adapt to our client’s needs, respecting new guidelines, whilst retaining a positive attitude throughout. I am truly proud of everyone. I would also like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all our industry friends, clients and partners across the region for their continuing support and wish everyone a prosperous and healthy 2021.