Victaulic, a US-headquartered expert in mechanical pipe joining systems, has announced the strategic hire of Neil Wypior, an industry veteran as the offsite construction manager for KSA. 

 

With over two decades of experience, Wypior brings unparalleled expertise, poised to drive the company’s ambition to embed itself across Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing construction sector, said the US group in a statement.

 

With extensive expertise in industrialised construction and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) solutions, along with a specialisation in modular construction, Wypior will drive Victaulic’s growth and presence across Saudi Arabia. 

 

Lauding the appointment, Branden Kotyk, vice president and general manager, EMEA, Victaulic, said: "Saudi Arabia continues to experience a surge in construction across megaprojects, housing, infrastructure, and more. We are thrilled to welcome Neil to the Victaulic team."

 

"His unparalleled experience and 360-degree knowledge of our industries make Neil the perfect fit for our vision of growth and innovation," he stated.

 

Wypior's most recent experience was as an industrialised construction consultant (MEP) for NEOM. Prior to that, he was the founder and managing director of EVO MEP and managing director of PREFAB MEP. Further, Wypior is widely recognized as a thought leader, actively contributing to MEP innovation through associations, events, and educational activities, he noted. 

 

On his new role, Wypior said: "I am delighted to join Victaulic and embark on this new chapter of my career. Having used Victaulic solutions myself through my years as a skilled tradesman, I have always understood the value and potential of Victaulic's systems to revolutionise the industry."

 

"I’m eager to leverage my knowledge of the Saudi Arabia market to make a meaningful impact on construction in the region," he added.-TradeArabia News Service

Saudi Arabia's National Water Company (NWC) has announced the completion of three major water and sanitation projects in Al Kharj and Al Sulayel governorates in Riyadh region.

 

The scope of work includes construction of over 119km piplelines and networks at a total cost of over SAR210 million ($56 million), said NWC in a statement. 

 

In Al Kharj governorate, NWC has completed phase six of the sewage lines and networks, extending over 47.5km and expanded the lifting station to a capacity exceeding 57,000 cu m per day. 

 

At a cost of over SAR131 million, this development will enhance services for the districts of Al-Worood, Al Fursan, Al Aaliya, and Al Asamiya, said the statement.

 

NWC has also completed the installation of eight water networks that connect existing lines to desalinated water lines, covering nearly 3km in total. 

 

This project will enhance water service to the districts of Al Jawhara, Al Muhammadiyah, Al Hanakia,  Al Munifiya, Al Nasifah, East Al Nasifah, Al Rashdan, Al Slamiya, Maqboula, Rafi'a, North Rafi'a, Al Faiha'a, and Bad'a bin Arfaj, at a cost exceeding SAR4.4 million.

 

In Al Sulayel governorate, NWC said it has completed phase one work of the sewage networks spanning 68.5 km. Also it has built a lifting station with a daily capacity of around 30,000 cu m at a total cost of SAR75 million.

 

The Saudi company said these projects were part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the water distribution system, reduce environmental impact, and achieve water security and environmental sustainability. 

 

NWC reiterated its commitment to executing its strategic plans to improve the operational efficiency of the water and environmental sectors, while adhering to the highest standards of quality and performance and contributing to the objectives of the Saudi Vision 2030.-TradeArabia News Service

Saudi Arabia's National Water Company (NWC) has announced that its Central Cluster has completed a SAR460-million ($123 million) sewerage project as part of its strategic plans to enhance water and environmental infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and support the urban and architectural growth of capital Riyadh.

 

The scope of work includes the installation of over 297 -km-long pipelines and networks as well as setting up of a lifting station with a 55,000 cu m per day capacity, said NWC in a statement. 

 

This project aims to provide sewerage services through home connections, benefiting more than 198,000 beneficiaries while reducing environmental damage and addressing visual distortions, it stated.

 

NWC continues to accelerate the implementation of its key infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time and also meet all performance indicators s well as improving the service levels and achieving the objectives of this vital sector.-TradeArabia News Service