Doha, Qatar - May 14, 2012:  United Development Company, master developer of The Pearl-Qatar, actively participated May 7 and 8 in The second Annual MEP Summit and Awards, receiving Qatar's Most Innovative Project of the Year Award. The summit recognized the outstanding achievements, contributions and innovations in the construction industry.  

Held at the Intercontinental Hotel in Doha, The two-day summit discussed numerous topics presented by local and international speakers in the mechanical, electrical and the pluming construction industry. The conference provided an opportunity for attendees to listen to a variety of forums on sustainable regulations, energy conservation and MEP design models, and also provided a networking opportunity with leading experts in the field.

UDC participated with two delegates on the first day of the summit, with an additional five delegates attending the Gala Dinner and Awards.

The Gala Dinner, which was held on May 7, 2012, celebrated the notable successes that have taken place in the MEP sector and that have made Doha an international example of outstanding construction.

Alfred Bangura, General Manager United Facilities Management Company (UFMCO) received "Qatar's Most Innovative Project of the Year" Award on behalf of UDC. The award recognized UDC's The Pearl-Qatar for its implementation of the latest in technology and the highest standards in safety and maintenance, telecommunications, infrastructure and environmental sustainability.  

"It's been an honor to work on such a ground-breaking project such as The Pearl-Qatar," Mr. Bangura explained. "Our dedication to innovation and sustainability will continue to evolve, and that's a very exciting prospect."

Executive contributions were given by Bill Jolly, Head of MEP, KEO Consultants, Dr. Alex Amato, Chairman for Research and Innovation, Qatar Green Building Council, Diaa El Masry, LEED Design Manager, Qatar Green Leaders, and Hani Hawamdeh, President Elect, ASHRAE ORYC Chapter.

Key speakers included Tahir Hanif, Project Control Specialist from Ashghal, Sarfaa Al Zubaidi, Senior MEP Manager from Energy City, Saad Al Jibouri, Commissioning Managing Director from Qatar Project Management, Alfred Seeling, Design Director from Woods Bagot, Georges Ali Georges, MEP Manager from Commodore Contracting Company, Dr. Essam El Essarg, Research Manager from Barwa and Qatari Diar Research Insititute and Dr. Shetha Al Zubaido, Development Director, Tameer Holding Investment & Tatweer UAQ Real Estate.

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About United Development Company (UDC)
Founded in 1999, United Development Company (UDC) has been listed on the Qatar Exchange since June 2003 and is one of Qatar's leading private sector shareholding companies.

The United Development Company was established with the vision to identify and invest in long-term projects contributing to Qatar's growth and providing lasting shareholder value.

UDC's target areas of interest include: infrastructure and utilities, energy-intensive industries, hydrocarbon downstream manufacturing, real estate, urban development, maritime and environment-related businesses, hospitality, retail and fashion, information technology, media and communications, insurance and other services. 

UDC has shown an ability to attract and partner with the highest quality of international talent, bringing outside expertise to bear on significant developments in Qatar and beyond. It has also demonstrated a successful model for synergistic growth, creating and operating a diverse portfolio of substantial businesses that leverage off one another and generate additional revenue streams in new markets.

UDC's founders and current Board Members are among Qatar's most successful investors and developers. Thousands of Qatari shareholders hold 75 percent of the total shares and the remaining 25 percent are held by other GCC and international investors.

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