Goa based Chowgule Group has started its Rs. 1,000 crore project work after it commenced the construction of its multi-cargo port in June last year. Jaigad port which is situated on the Konkan coast, 110 nautical miles south of Mumbai is expected to function completely by March 2012. The project will be funded on 70:30 debt-equity ratios, out of which the debt portion has already been tied-up.
Bombardier Transportation has been awarded the major contract for the Sub Surface Railway (SSR) automatic train control (ATC) signalling upgrade for London Underground in the UK. The contract, valued at approximately US $ 577 million, is a part of London Underground’s SSR Upgrade Programme (SUP). Bombardier will provide the proven CITYFLO 650 ATC system, its innovative communication-based train control (CBTC) technology, similar to that running successfully on the Metro de Madrid in Spain.
It is a proven fact that the appealing environment of an office inspires its workforce and enhances their efficiency. Today’s office spaces not only offer a workers‑friendly environment but are also designed to be energy efficient and eco‑friendly; credit goes to the contemporary architecture. Architect Prem Nath speaks about the important ingredients of modern office buildings
The most salient feature of Rivali Park is its contextually relevant design. It is a chunk of South Mumbai transported to Borivali East. The design is the brainchild of Gensler USA, an architectural firm that sets the benchmark for innovative design. Ar Smita Gupta, Director of the firm’s India operations, gives us a peak into how Rivali Park was designed
Unscientific and indiscriminate uses of non environment friendly materials are threat to the global atmosphere. Indian concrete industry can play a proactive role in concern related to global sustainability. Raj Pillai, executive director of concrete products division at Sobha Developers recommends the road ahead
ARSS Infrastructure Projects is an infrastructure development company focusing on construction of highways, buildings and railways. Sunil Agarwal, CEO and president of ARSS Group highlights the growth story of his company
“Sustainable design is the philosophy of designing a building that is in harmony with the natural habitat and resources surrounding the site”. Anshul Chawla, an environmental engineer working on environmental sustainability designs as a green building analyst explains the efficiency quotients of green buildings
Haier, one of the largest home appliances & consumer electronics brands, launched their new range of Air Conditioners in India. Keeping in mind the demand of the consumers, Haier has launched three ranges of Air Conditioners namely Haier Plasma Series, Pure Air Series and Compact Series.
Having premises with good acoustics is more often related with walls and ceilings having pitted surfaces. Ecophon redefines this idea with Master Solo-a free hanging ceiling solution that takes sound absorption and aesthetics to a new level.
The multi-product Sleek Boards has introduced to Indian market a high cutting edge High Performance Wood-based and composite product for a wide variety of application across a range of industry sectors.
