• 5th edition of the awards comprises of 20+ award categories

Dubai, UAE: The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) is delighted to announce its shortlists for the fifth edition of the CIBSE UAE Annual Awards. Comprising over 90 shortlists, the CIBSE UAE Annual Awards entries highlight excellence and innovation in the realm of building services engineering.

This year’s edition of the awards feature 25 distinct categories that encompass every facet of building services engineering while recognizing the exceptional efforts and achievements of professionals and organizations across the industry. From breakthrough technologies to visionary designs - the awards showcase the pinnacle of innovation in the field. The nominees have been shortlisted under the broad categories of Company Awards, Project Awards, Individual Awards and University Awards.

Imran Shaikh, Chair, CIBSE UAE Chapter said, “The quality of submissions this year has been exceptional. The sheer breadth and depth of talent and innovation we've witnessed is truly remarkable. We have witnessed exceptional nominations that demonstrate unparalleled dedication, innovation, and expertise, setting new benchmarks for excellence within the field of building services engineering. These finalists represent the pinnacle of achievement in building services engineering, setting a standard that is both inspiring and aspirational.”

Under the category of Company Awards, the finalists include include Cundall, Egis Group, Meinhardt Group, Buro Happold, Ramboll, Veristar Building Contracting LLC, Alemco, Schneider Electric, Grundfos Gulf Distribution FZE, Hydrotec, Geberit International Sales AG, and Buro Happold, amongst others, across the sub-categories MEP Consultancy of the Year, MEP Contractor of the Year, Manufacturer of the Year, Best Digital Innovation of the Year, and Embodied Carbon Initiative of the Year - Consultants & Manufacturers.

Within the Project Awards category, the shortlists featured under Electrical Project of the Year, Plumbing Project of the Year, GCC Project of the Year, Retrofit Project of the Year, and Sustainability Project of the Year, were pioneering projects and initiatives reshaping the industry's landscape, from organizations Schneider Electric, Ramboll, Bin Dasmal Group, Meinhardt Group, Buro Happold, and Alemco.

The Individual Awards recognize outstanding professionals and emerging talents in various segments like Electrical Engineer of the Year, Mechanical Engineer of the Year, Plumbing Engineer of the Year, Sustainability Engineer of the Year,  Engineer of the Year Manufacturer, Executive of the Year Manufacturer & Consultancy, Graduate Engineer and Young Engineer, celebrate individual achievements and caliber. Professionals from Buro Happold, ALEC Engineering and Contracting, AECOM, Egis Group, Nael General Contracting, WSP, RED Engineering, Alpin, NV5, and Cundall, amongst other leading industry players were amongst the shortlisted.

Under the University Awards section, the Sustainable Initiative of the Year sub-category celebrates sustainable initiatives that have made a significant contribution to the reduction of the carbon footprint with academic institutions De Montfort University, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, and Curtain University being finalised.

CIBSE emphasizes the pivotal role of building services engineers in advancing sustainability. In the face of climate change, building services engineers have a profound responsibility to design and operate buildings that are energy-efficient, environmentally responsible, and resilient to a changing climate.

The judging process will continue as the panel evaluates these finalists to determine the eventual winners, to be announced during the much-anticipated CIBSE UAE Annual Awards ceremony scheduled for December 7, 2023 at Palazzo Versace Dubai.  To view the  complete list of shortlists, please visit CIBSE UAE Annual Awards | CIBSE. For more information on ticket bookings, please visit the CIBSE UAE Awards website.

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About CIBSE

CIBSE is a pioneer in responding to the threat of climate change. We support engineers in finding innovative ways to make buildings perform for individuals, the community and the planet. As a leading professional engineering institution, CIBSE has over 22,000 members across 95 countries. Our membership is diverse and comprises a broad range of specialisms. CIBSE consults the government on construction, engineering, and sustainability, providing the resources needed to meet net zero targets in the UK, Europe, and worldwide. We are committed to supporting engineers and the vital role they play in creating a safe, sustainable future.

Members belong to a global network of professional support and expertise. They receive the monthly CIBSE Journal and regular email newsletters, to keep them abreast of breaking news and new opportunities. A full programme of meetings and events each year offers hundreds of opportunities for members to meet and learn from colleagues and experts, to explore new ideas and take part in continuing professional development (CPD).

Student and Graduate members can benefit from bursaries to help pay tuition fees, and advice which is tailored to their specific needs, aimed at obtaining registered status in the shortest possible time.

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