MARAFEQ QATAR
MIDDLE EAST says . “ They could be individuals with very good experience of working in the field . Sometimes , it can be very helpful if there is a big project moving to a closing stage , or if a slowing local economy means good engineers are looking to move on . They are attracted by the opportunity to work in one of the world ’ s most dynamic countries , for a young company , on an important project . And we can offer them every incentive to join us .” Dubai has been one good source of wellqualified engineers with a knowledge of the region ’ s climate and environment , ready to try working in another of the Middle East ’ s major cities . However , Al Ammari says it remains a challenge to find people with knowledge of the latest technologies and designs in the utilities sector ; and it is equally important to recruit a skilled salesforce to convince and educate clients and end-users about the benefits and favourable costs of new utility systems and services in a region where energy consumption is a major concern for residents and developers .
A district cooling system is , explains Al Ammari , the centralised management and machinery required to service the diverse needs of the area , producing chilled water and taking it to every building and residence in the neighbourhood . The alternative – individual internal systems – is expensive , and consumes more energy and water in an environment where both are at a premium .
“ It is very hot in Qatar and air-conditioning is a huge aspect of any development ,” he says .
“ There are very few developments of this kind in the country , and it gives us the chance to show how innovative we can be when it comes to anticipating the needs of end-users and developing the kinds of service that will satisfy them ”
– Ahmed Al Ammari , CEO
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