In 2012,Growth in New Construction in The Emirates Is Expected to Leap by 26%

In 2012, growth in new construction in the Emirates is expected to leap by 26%, increasing the estimated $1.249 trillion in ongoing construction in the UAE by more than $15bn. With sustainable construction now a strong driver in every segment of the construction sector, BASF will showcase some of its leading sustainable construction solutions at World ecoConstruct, an international exhibition focusing on sustainable design and construction for the built environment. World ecoConstruct will take place from 22 - 25 April. It features the infrastructure ARABIA Summit - the largest gathering of public and private sector engineering and infrastructure professionals in the region, and is co-located with Cityscape Abu Dhabi, an event which introduces the local, regional and international projects to a global audience. World ecoConstruct offers a crucial sourcing, knowledge and collaboration platform for stakeholders in the construction industry and leading construction material producers. It also features a global summit, workshops and training courses. More than 30, 000 visitors from across the Middle East, Africa and Asian sub-continent are expected to attend. Located in the heart of World ecoConstruct is the FutureBuild Open-Air Showcase. Here members of the FutureBuild Community - a database of suppliers offering independently assessed eco-approved s products used in the Masdar City Development -- will have the opportunity to showcase their accredited green products and services in an interactive environment. BASF is a major supplier to the Masdar City Project. Says Harald Kroll, Managing Director of BASF FZE: "World ecoConstruct creates a platform that comprehensively examines how the various pieces fit together to make sustainability successful in this region. BASF is proud to be associated with this event. " BASF is a Gold and FutureBuild Sponsor at World ecoConstruct and will showcase its advanced sustainable cladding, insulation and flooring products at Stand FB50, as well as its BASF Kids Lab. Source: uaecement