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WELCOME TO THE APRIL 2016 ESSENCE OF DILMUNIA NEWSLETTER

A MESSAGE FROM OUR CHAIRMAN

Introductory Message 4

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Construction Progress Update 6

Construction Gallery 10

Material Arrival 14

INTERIOR SYSTEMS

Shanghai Yaohua Pilkington Glass Group Co. 16

Reynaers Aluminium 18

YORK® 20

Ariston Thermo Group 22

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INTRODUCTORY MESSAGE

Welcome to the April 2016 Essence of Dilmunia During this quarter the arrival of the first shipments quarterly Newsletter, which was created to provide of materials were received on site. From the highest updates and news on the progress of the project. quality Brazilian porcelain and ceramic tiles to the Italian 2016 is already off to a successful start, the energy Travertine stones and German Kaldewei Baths. More is high on the Essence site as construction continues materials were selected from world renowned and to progress daily. The construction team has leading international brands, more information can be successfully completed the 8th slab with just four found following in the magazine. more levels to go! “2016 is already off to a successful start, the energy is high on GOING FORWARD I am pleased to report more progress from Essence the Essence site as construction continues to progress daily. The of Dilmunia spectacular site. Starting the New Year, As construction work for the development’s stunning construction works move swiftly on the development and Essence of Dilmunia draws closer, our purpose and construction team has successfully completed the 8th slab with its beautiful spacious apartments. commitment to excellence will differentiate Essence of Dilmunia from other projects. Our ambition to create the just four more levels to go! ” The development structure has already passed the highest-quality residential development will ensure that half way point and started to take shape and show an we will build an enduring legacy for Bahrain. No doubt impressive prospect. Moving ahead in construction the coming months will be challenging, however, we will work, the following slabs will now start to shape the continue to execute highest- quality work to support your steps of essence as we go higher. Essence now holds development and investment. an impressive structure above ground with eight slabs completed and work already started on the 9th .

Progress at Essence of Dilmunia is continuously monitored to ensure that standards on site are kept high. Weekly meetings include all involved parties and contractors insure that work is done on schedule and to the required high standards. AHMED ALQAED

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CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS UPDATE APRIL 2016 BULLETIN ESSENCE OF DILMUNIA CONSTRUCTION FROM THE START PROGRESS UPDATE 1 YEAR RECAP

APR 2015 AUG 2015

THE LANDMARK TAKING SHAPE START OF END OF FOUNDATION FOUNDATION

DEC 2015 JAN 2016

2ND SLAB 4TH SLAB

FEB 2016 MAR 2016 Work on the development continues at a pace with the 8th slab now completed. 5TH SLAB 6TH SLAB

The dramatic architecture that makes job, due to the fact that surveyors have to site. From the highest quality Brazilian the development such an exciting measure each and every wall position before porcelain and ceramic tiles to the Italian project is starting to be seen with eight the bricks are laid, but once that is done the Travertine stones and German Kaldewei slabs already completed. remaining brick work is only to follow the Baths. More materials were selected from first layer of bricks already laid. world renowned and leading international he recent good weather has helped our build brands including Main Façade Systems APR 2016 team continue to progress the build program With the brick work now gaining momentum, and Glass, water heating solutions, AC unit at a great pace. The following slabs will now the apartments are taking shape internally. Systems, and Elevators. gradually decrease in size forming the shape Future works you can expect to see in the of Essence as we go higher. next quarter include: Installation of the AC The Essence construction site is 8TH SLAB ducting and Electrical cable trays, pluming evolving with big changes happening The installation of brick work is well works, starting plastering and paint work. every day! underway following the structure, working simultaneously on the first three levels. The During this quarter the arrival of the first first layer of bricks is a time consuming shipments of materials were received on

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CONSTRUCTION GALLERY

PILING

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SYP GROUP is dedicated to the research, development and manufacturing of high performance, safe and environment friendly, energy saving and renewable energy products. SYP Group products include numerous world-class advanced LOW-E glass, solar PV glass and architectural energy-saving insulated glass units (IGUs), and provide customer-oriented glass solutions. SYP GROUP within the industry offering both Yaohua Pilkington Glass Group Co., Ltd.(SYP Group) pyrolytic online performance coatings, and offline Low-E was established in 1983 as a joint venture with global float glass sputtered coatings. manufacturing leader --- Pilkington U.K.. SYP Group is one of the first publicly listed glass manufacturers in China with an IPO completed in 1993. SYP Group has a management team Pilkington reference projects include: rich in professional experiences and one of the top technical teams in the glass industry, and has advanced quality glass Shanghai Tower manufacturing in China over the past twenty years. SYP Arcapita Bahrain Bay Group float glass and IGU products have been awarded the Al Hamra Tower Kuwait county’s highest accommodations as one of “China’s Top Brand International Commercial Center HK Products”.

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architectural design, and energy-efficiency. Reynaers is not only a supplier, but also a valuable partner— for architects, fabricators, solar installers, project developers, investors and end users. Founded in 1965, Reynaers currently employs over 1,600 workers in 40 countries worldwide and exports to more than 70 countries on 5 continents. The company, with its headquarters Reynaers Aluminium is a leading European specialist in Duffel, Belgium achieved an annual turnover of 360 million in the development and marketing of innovative and euros in 2015. sustainable aluminium solutions for windows, doors, curtain walls, sliding systems, sun screening and conservatories. Reynaers reference projects include: Four Seasons Bahrain Bay Driven by energy-efficiency and the willingness to take Aspire Tower Doha responsibility for the environment. Besides a wide range of Kanyon Tower standard solutions, Reynaers also develop tailor-made solutions Farrari World Abuthabi for all market sectors – from residential to commercial and Zain Tower Bahrain industrial projects. Reynaers high-quality systems all meet the most stringent demands in terms of comfort, security,

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• In 1914, YORK® installed a revolutionary “air An Investment in Quality Designed and built in North America, YORK® residential products washing” comfort system in the Empire Theater in Montgomery, undergo performance and reliability testing that is unmatched in In 2006, YORK® became a brand of Johnson Controls Alabama. This was a precursor to what became known as air the industry, ensuring energy savings and lasting performance for – a Fortune 100 company and a leader in world-class conditioning. years to come. manufacturing. This alliance has allowed York to invest in • In 1924, YORK® equipment was used to create the industry-leading research and development to deliver a wide world’s first air conditioned office building in Fresno, California. range of products with the features requested most often: YORK® reference projects include: A Distinguished Past. A Confident Future. • Today, YORK® products are heating and cooling some • High energy efficiency that reduces utility bills of the world’s most famous structures, including the Empire Empire State Building The YORK® commitment to building quality home comfort • Reduced outdoor operating sound levels State Building, the English Chunnel, U.S. Capitol Building and the U.S. Capitol Building products began over 140 years ago. A manufacturing company Opera House. • Space efficiency for smaller homes and living spaces Sydney Opera House founded in 1874 in YORK, Pennsylvania, started making Bahrain Grand Prix ice machines to replace the shipping of ice from the Great Dedicated YORK® Contractors have also installed YORK® • Attractive designs that complement your home Lakes. The “YORK” company soon extended their expertise in products in millions of homes throughout the world. Their • Easy-access panels to simplify routine maintenance refrigeration to other areas: training in proper installation and service ensure unsurpassed comfort and energy savings that lasts.

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Ariston products are designed to fulfill the needs of modern life. Known in the Middle East countries for the past 30 years thanks to its high quality and reliable electric water heaters, Ariston is nowadays renovating the market with its cutting-edge high- efficiency green solutions. Ariston is one of the world’s leading brands in water heating and heating solutions. Ariston reference projects include: Continuously working to design cutting edge, high quality and energy efficient products able to provide maximum comfort with Wyndham Grand Tower Bahrain minimum environmental impact. Their distinctive features are Farrari World Abuthabi the quality and taste typical of an Italian home. Dusit Thani Hotel

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