GHD, a leading global professional services company, is extending its presence in the UAE with the launch of a Dubai office.

GHD has been operating continuously in the UAE since 2000, and employs approximately 130 people in Abu Dhabi.

Malcolm Dixon, country manager – UAE, said: “We have a long term commitment to the UAE. As the government works towards its vision for a diversified economy, our people are proud to help clients build sustainable communities and contribute to the growth of new industries.”

Iain Caution, Dubai office manager, added: “We’ve helped deliver some fantastic projects for our clients in Dubai over the past few years, and built some strong relationships along the way. Getting closer to our clients in Dubai means we can be even more responsive to their needs.”

In the UAE, GHD offers a variety of services across the entire project life cycle, including architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, building services, structural engineering, project management and transportation.

The company is celebrating its 90th birthday this year, with 9,000 people globally and annual revenues of Dh1.7 billion ($1.28 billion). – TradeArabia News Service