Abu Dhabi, UAE, May 16 2013

Arabtec Holding PJSC ("Arabtec"), a leading construction company in MENA specialising in complex projects, announced today the appointment of Peter Roche as Chief Human Resource Officer to lead the overall strategic direction and business contribution of the human resources department at Arabtec Construction L.L.C.

Peter Roche will be leading Arabtec Construction's Human Resources function at a time of strong growth for the company and his experience and expertise will play a key role in supporting the company's growth and expansion strategy.

Hasan Abdullah Ismaik, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Arabtec Holding said: "Employees sit at the heart of our operations; we recognise the importance of human resource development and attribute our every growing success to the expertise, competencies and craftsmanship of our human capital. Peter is a great addition to our team; his expertise will play an instrumental role in reaching our potentials by effectively aligning our human resources strategies with our business ambitions".

Roche joins Arabtec with 20 years of experience as an HR leader in various industries, having directed several programmes such as change management, cultural alignment as well as mobilisation activities across construction, contracting, infrastructure, power and oil & gas companies. He has a proven track record in human resources consultation, negotiation and initiatives in complex multi-discipline environments. Peter has worked across several global markets, including the Middle East as well as Southeast Asia and Australia.

Roche has previously held senior roles for a number of multinational companies including Rio Tinto, Fluor Corporation, Leighton International.

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About Arabtec Holding
Since 1975, Arabtec Holding PJSC (Arabtec) has completed a number of iconic projects within the residential and commercial space. Projects include hotels, airports, higher education developments, residential buildings and distribution facilities, amongst others. Arabtec is also renowned for its expertise in industrial and infrastructure works including oil and gas, pipeline construction, power generation, marine works and general manufacturing facilities.

Arabtec was listed on the Dubai Financial Market in 2005, and at the time, was the first private construction firm to go public. Today, Arabtec Holding consists of many subsidiaries, with specialisation in all construction sectors. The Company currently operates in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Egypt, India, Jordan, Palestine, Russia and Syria. Arabtec continues to expand into additional markets; Arabtec recognises that this growth presents a new set of challenges but is cognisant of the endless opportunities this growth also allows.

For more information, please visit www.arabtecholding.com

For further information on Arabtec please contact:
Alex Blake-Milton / Dominic Whiting
Mobile:  +971506947589 / +971561740293
Email:    arabtec@brunswickgroup.com 

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