Intelligent CIO Middle East Issue 25 | Page 23

PROJECT UPDATE UAE UAE The UAE government has given the go-ahead for developmental projects worth nearly Dh200 million ($54.4 million) in the Northern Emirates. This comes in line with the government’s efforts to develop the country›s infrastructure. One of the projects involves a Dh180-million scheme linking Sheikh Khalifa Specialty Hospital in Ras Al Khaimah with the federal road network to streamline access to the hospital’s services. OMAN OMAN The opening of the Musandam Independent Power Project (IPP) power plant in northern Oman, built by the technology group Wärtsilä, has taken place. A ceremony was attended by executives from the plant owners, Musandam Power Company (MPC), and Wärtsilä. The 120 MW generating facility will contribute to the overall economic development of the Musandam Governorate. www.intelligentcio.com INTELLIGENTCIO 23