Connecting Global Markets in a Free Zone
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A business climate where your ambitions have opportunities to grow to any
length. A vibrant networking atmosphere where new relationships and
opportunities present themselves with refreshing regularity. It’s in these
surroundings of entrepreneurship and historical richness that we welcome you.
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We offer an environment that encourage
your every endeavor .Where obstacles
don’t exist . Where you are connected to the West and the East ; with manpower,
markets and the best minds in the
business within your reach. Where you
network with the world’s finest
companies. Where you are presented
with fresh opportunities, everyday, and
given the means to realize each one of
themMRC Investment Group
Vision and Mission
Values
» Commitment to our people and our customers
» Profitable global growth
» Responsible corporate and personal behavior
» Excellence and innovation
Vision
Sustainable value through global growth, service & excellence.
Mission
A global approach to a local business environment where excellence,
innovation and profitability drive our core business philosophy of exceptional
customer service to achieve the challenge of being an ideal international
business hub of the middle east.
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Qualities• Excellent logistics capabilities
• ancillary professional services
• one of the primary catalysts for business
development in the Middle East region
• new partnerships that
help you capitalize on
emerging opportunities
in the region
Connectivity inside outOverview of Iraq site according to the world
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MRC PROJECT CONNECTION WITH
ASIA
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MRC PROJECT CONNECTION WITH
EUROPE
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We intend to serve the following target:
.Investors:
1- A wide range of commercial incentives, from a 50 % foreign ownership, zero corporate and
income taxes for a period of 10 years to Simplicity of foreign labor restrictions, full repatriation
of profits and capital, and no foreign currency restrictions.
2- A range of facilities are provided, which include pre-built modern warehouses ready to be
leased, office space in various sizes to accommodate the requirements of any company of any
size, and plots of land for large-scale operations such as manufacturing and extensive
warehousing.
3- A commitment to continually expand offerings for clients, to enable them to keep moving
ahead.
.Governments:
1- Reduce the level of violence and raise job opportunities with higher salaries that improve
living standards.
2- Activate qualified lands and spaces which the Iraqi and local GOV never use leading to
increase the national income and improve the economy.
3- Enhance successful corporation between Iraq and its neighbor countries through common
investments which will fill any gap between Iraq and those countries.
4- Importing regional and international investment to inside the country which facilitate
exchange and develop process instead of traveling outside to initiate the best deals .
5- Strengthen the Iraqi economy by activating huge economic hub inside Iraq.
. Small and medium business dealer:
1- Lowering the cost of imported goods to Iraq and encouraging local industry through
eliminating extra cost as in tax, transportation, etc...
2- Enrich the economic culture in Iraq until being expert in distinguishing the best quality and
efficiency with the least price and longer lifetime.
Offerings
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IT systems focused on delivering efficiency and meeting customer needs.
IT strategy provides flexibility to design IT solutions that best fit the needs of
each terminal.
Majority of terminals uses synchronous planning and real time control system
(SPARCS), a software solution designed by NAVIS, as terminal operating
system and optimal inventory controls.
Technology
Global Industry Leader in Supply Chain Security Excellence – Securing and
protecting business and partners’ interests.
International Operator invited to become a member of the US Customs
Trade Partnership against Terrorism (CTPAT).
Largest amount of terminals participating in Customs Security Initiative .
Implementing the US Secure Freight Initiative (Integrated Container
Scanning Pilot).
Corporate security duties (local and international) to provide common
peaceful interests and develop the region in different aspects by creating an
ideal secured free zone.
Security
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Safety & Environment Corporate Safety and Environment Policy authorised by Chief Executive
Officer
All business units required to implement this policy
Set of primary S&E objectives
Elimination of workplace fatalities by targeting major hazards and establishing robust
management controls
20% reduction in workplace injury rates per annum
1% improvement in energy efficiency
Zero serious environmental spills and
Zero fines or prosecutions for HSE breaches
Dedicated S&E resources throughout the world that provide expert advice for
management
Operations are accredited to ISO 14001 Environment and OHSAS 18001
Safety standards
Our intention for all of our operations to work progressively towards this level of S&E
management
Safety and Environment of fundamental importance in all global operations
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Energy
Energy is one of the most critical issues that need to be carefully dealt with, and
by detecting the following table it will be obvious to notice that it represent a
huge massive necessity.
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Electrical energy:
.Due to wide range of circumstances electrical energy remained an undeveloped section
that requires extensive efforts to satisfy city needs, for that reason dealing with electricity
issue not only provide self dependant and integration but also promise with prospective
solutions for energy issues nationally.
.First stages will depend on power generators and power stations.
.Advanced stages will provide substitute power by depending on advanced technical
means including solar cells and wind engines.
Petrol:
.Petrol is a sensitive issue that has been neglected and not being invested strategically
perfect for decades, and as it represent a core value and national natural resource
investing it requires wisdom and intelligence to serve wide spectrum of population across
time and place.
.One of the most important things is to initiate a strategic petrol storage, refinery,
petrochemical factories and promising specialized research centre
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Expected Company Growth in 8 years Expected Employee Growth in 8 years
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5500
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4500
4000
3500
3000
2500
2000
1500
1000
500
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2008 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
120000
110000
100000
90000
80000
70000
60000
50000
40000
30000
20000
10000
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2008 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
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CONTAINER
TRAFFIC BY
TRADING
REGION
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Consolidation – Emergence of “Big
Four”
1HPH60.913.8
2APM Terminals52.011.8
3PSA(2)47.410.7
4DP World(3)41.69.4
5Cosco(4)22.05.0
6Eurogate11.72.7
7Evergreen9.42.1
8MSC8.82.0
9SSA Marine7.61.7
10HHLA6.61.5
2006 Top 10 Container Terminal Operators
RankingOperatorm TEUs(1)Market Share Global operators emerging following
consolidation and globalisation of
customers
Top 4 have increased their
combined market share from 29% in
2001(5) to nearly 46% in 2006
Competitive advantages
Global network
Leveraging global customer base
Ability to meet customer needs
Critical mass
Technical expertise
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Global Box Handling (all operators)
Strong growth in global port handling
Source: Historical data from Drewry Annual Container Market Review and Forecast 2006/2007;forecasts data from Drewry Annual Review of Global Container Terminal Operators 2006
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400
500
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100
200
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Far East and South
East Asia
48.9%
North Europe, South
Europe and East
Europe
20.0%
North America,
Central
America/Caribbean
and South America
17.7%
South Asia
2.6% Oceania
1.8%Middle East and
Africa
9.0%
65.9%
69.1%
77.6%
72.1%
74.7%
76.2%
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
North Europe,
South Europe and
East Europe
North America,
Central
America/Caribbean
and South America
South Asia
Oceania
Far East and South
East Asia
Middle East and
Africa
Economies Driving Growth
Far East and South East Asia accounted for almost half the global market in 2006
Capacity Utilisation (2006)
Source: Drewry Shipping Consultants
Industry Throughput (2006)
Total: 441m TEUs
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Supply/Demand Imbalance
Substantial capacity constraints expected
Source: Drewry Annual Review of Global Container Terminal Operators 2007, based on confirmed expansion plans
Annualised Throughput Growth (2006-12E) Annualised Capacity Growth (2006-12E)Capacity Utilisation 2012E
6.2%
10.1% 10.2%
12.0%
7.0%
8.7%
0.1%
4.0%
4.9%
6.4%
3.4% 3.7%
0%
2%
4%
6%
8%
10%
12%
14%
Oceania Far East and South
East Asia
Middle East and
Africa
South Asia North America,
Central
America/Caribbean
and South America
North Europe, South
Europe and East
Europe
102.3% 105.0% 103.0% 105.4% 85.2% 87.6%
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Strong Pipeline of New Projects providing
Significant Organic Growth Potential
Total pipeline will almost double World’s anticipated capacity
11 expansion projects in 5 regions
Asia Pacific: 4.4m
Europe: 3.4m
Americas: 1.25m
Australia: 0.35m
U.A.E(2): 5.0m
Total TEUs 14.4m
Expansion Projects(1) Potential 14.4m
TEUs increase
New Projects(1)
13 new projects in 6 regions
Asia Pacific: 7.5m
UAE: 0.4m
Indian Subcontinent: 5.6m
Europe: 9.8m
Africa: 3.0m
Americas: 1.4m
Total TEUs
27.7m
Potential to add
27.7m TEUs
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. Iraq is strategically located at the crossroads with
metropolitan areas (Baghdad, Basra, and Mosul) ,
infrastructure, unique natural and human assets, broad
market access, and business-friendly environment.
All of this offer investors a springboard to a variety of regional
markets and the global economy.
. Historically this region has acted as the hub for the Middle
East trade. With the advent of large trade areas in the
Emirates, Jordan, Kuwait, and Turkey therefore the MRC will
position itself strategically to take advantage of these
developed markets.
. Acquiring a free zone in such a strategic location will bring
about new challenges and development by starting as a
storage and exhibits medium for the whole region and soon
step by step developing into self generating opportunities
nationally and globally. MRC Investment Group
Future Plans• Ambitious plan of annual
growth average over 20%
• the largest container hub
between Rotterdam &
Singapore
• Promising Global Business
Centre and Free Zone which
translates shared expertise,
unwavering reliability and
innovative services.
• Ensuring streamlined
movement for the anticipated
large volumes of cargo.
• Integrated communicative
services (air – land – port).
• manage customer needs
through technologically
advanced support systems.
Terminal
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7.62
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5.2
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MRC Strategy•Lowering the standards of crime, violence and initiating the peace in this critical zone of
the world to stabilize systems by improving economy in a protected Private business
park..
•The activities that companies carry out are categorized under three sections: Industrial,
Services, and Trading.
•Free Zone well positioned to enable partners the fastest possible access to a market
Supported with ports, airports and extensive highway network
•Further, status as the international business hub of the Middle East will be cement on the
strengths of carefully fostered long-term customer relationships and innovative solution-
making.
•A wide range of commercial incentives, from a 50 % foreign ownership and above , zero
corporate and income taxes for a period of 10 years to Simplicity of local labor
restrictions, full repatriation of profits and capital, and no foreign currency restrictions.
•Expanded its facilities to include light industrial units. And adapting its constructed
facilities and services (power supply, airport, etc.) to serve regionally to emerge new
promising exquisite city centers.
•Standard size office units and warehouses to provide ready built facilities to customers.
•Pre-built modern warehouses ready to be leased for storage and distribution, office space
in various sizes to accommodate the requirements of any company of any size, and plots of
land for large-scale operations such as manufacturing and extensive warehousing.
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• Initiating a vital economic axis at the crossroads which is
enhanced by efficient communicative channels and major
metropolitan. This integrated axis passes from the gulf zone
through (Basra, Najaf, Baghdad, Salah Al Deen and Mosul)
towards Mediterranean zone.
• In the first stages polar cities will be initiated to induce the growth
and prelude for the emerge of the integrated economic axis. Those
polar cities will be initiated near the most strategic cities (Basra,
Baghdad and Mosul).
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Types of Invested Companies Across Time
National Regional International
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Complementing growth
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2500
3500
4500
5500
6500
TEUs handled No. of Companies
> 6,500 customers
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Consumption
Investment
Production
Technology
Level One Level Two Level Three Level Four
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Amenities. On site residential facilities categorised into luxurious villas, labour
apartments and five star hotels.
.Recreation facilities including restaurants with a variety of international cuisine,
supermarkets, art centre and sport centre including water sport.
.Health centre with the latest medical technology supported by highly qualified
on-site staff and 24 hr pharmacies.
.public services including police station, fire station, bank and insurance
services, business and engineering consultancies, and on-site access to
chamber of commerce and industry.
.Access to manpower services that can supply labour, skilled or professional
staff
.24/7 online interactive free zone enhanced by exhibitions, trade centre and
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Container Terminal
Containers Handled ( in million TEUS)
Vessels Handled
Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Containers 5.15 6.43 7.62 8.92 10.65
Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Vessels 5216 5325 6943 7226 7672
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General Cargo
Cargo Handled ( in million MT)
Vessels Handled
Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Break Bulk 3.52 4.46 5.73 6.50 8.46
Bulk 1.55 2.12 1.89 3.04 5.11
Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Cargo Vessels 1,262 1,549 1,376 1,504 1,564
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Road Facility
Road units Handled
Vessels Handled
Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Road units 60,734 92,420 90,439 135,782 229,825
Years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Vessels 602 700 675 679 975
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MRC World – Global Reach
Over a year, laid end to end, the
boxes we handle would circle the
world more than five times
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Suggested Sites (Baghdad)
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Suggested Sites (Basra)
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Suggested Sites (Mosul)
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Jebel Ali Industrial Development
Similar projects (Jabal Ali in Dubai)
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Dubai’s Logistics Platform
Jebel Ali Port and Free Zone
Dubai
Logistics
City
Dubai World Central International Airport
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Similar projects (Aqaba in Jordan)
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(Aqaba in Jordan)
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Each city encompass :
•Communicative Channels and infrastructure 10%
(International airport, ports, highways, railroads and technical
means).
•Zones of Activity 45%(commercial, Industrial, business,
administration, recreational & residential complex).
•Public Services 45% (logistic facilities and warehouses.)
International Airport
Passengers climax will be
1.5 Million per year for
each city
6 Runways
0.5 Million Tons Air Cargo
Master Planning – On a Grand
Scale
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Site Basic Design
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The estimated cost of the project
The methods adopted in calculating the cost
The areas, specifications and the plans presented to the project were adopted.
The cost was estimated according to the presented plans.
The current prevailing market prices for the work and raw materials' items at the time
of preparing the cost report in April 2010 were adopted.
The expected structural level is according to the building's function.
The expected financial inflation till presenting the project's commitment papers was
not covered due to the current instability of the market.
The project's final cost rises and falls according to the level of finishing used in the
project.
Light weight concrete will be used in most of the buildings' concrete structure works,
which requires the training of an operational staff specialized in performing the mix
design in countries which use these types of construction methods (including the
U.A.E.). Malaysia, Australia This staff, after acquiring the academic and practical
experience in this field, will train and prepare the manpower in the work site where
the project is required to be executed in any location in Iraq.
From the above, the total estimated cost in this project will be reviewed in the
designing works' stages of the project in order to update them according to the
prices prevailing at that date.
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Details Area/m2 No. Price/Dinars Amount/Dinars
(x1000)
The gate 200 1000 000 200000
Main entrance 830 450000 373500
The Information 185 1000 000 185000
The site's protection center 1030 1000 000 300000
Reception & hospitality 880 1000 000 880000
Labor residence 880 1000 000 880000
Clinic 880 1000 000 800000
Maintenance workshops 225 5 900000 607500
The commercial center 6820 1250000 8525000
Roofed constructions for storing
525
235
10
10
900000 1579500
Chilled stores 875 5 1100000 2887500
Open yards for storing purposes 10645 150000 1696750
Buildings of the engineering section
and maintenance 1750 1000 000 1750000
The electricity station 310 1000 000 310000
Assembly workshops 525 5 800000 840000
Treatment station 435 1000 000 435000
River wharf 4510 250000 1127500
First: The primary estimated cost of the project
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Details Area/m2 No. Price/Dinars Amount/Dinars
(x1000)
Loading and unloading machines,
cranes
1730 750000 1297500
Cement factory and it's services with
it's accessories, by a production capacity
of (2,000 – 3,000) tons/day
L.S. L.S. 7000 000
Car park 3000 200000 600000
Watchtower 500 1000 000 500000
Helicopter location 530 1000 000 500000
Administrative building 1355 1000 000 1355000
The total cost 35157750
28% will be added as site's works, which include treatment station for draining water, the
compound's infrastructure, the passages and car park9844170
Grand total 45001920
Added to that (12%) as monitoring and precaution 5 400 230
The project's total cost (Fifty Billion Four Hundred Five million ID) almost 50402150
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Products
An innovative building product Internationally developed and manufactured
for a wide range of rapid construction applications.
QPANEL is a light weight interlocking sandwich panel. It uses two facings
of 4mm thick fibre - cement sheet with a low density concrete core consisting of a
mix of Portland cement, Silicaceous & Micaceous aggregate.
High quality, low cost houses, schools, medical centers and other
general buildings delivered anywhere in the world.
Designs suited to the market and structures with various levels of specification to
cater to the requirements of governments and industry.
Fox Hornibrook is a supplier of various building materials and systems that are used for a wide
variety of applications in the construction industry.
The Q Panel technology and In-the-Box range of products are highly innovative building systems
that offer realistic solutions to international housing demand and construction challenges whilst being
strong, environmentally friendly, simple to erect and easy to transport.
The In-the-Box range of structures were designed in 2005 based on the global tenure to find building
systems that can combine high quality and low cost with fast installation to meet the ever increasing
demand for world housing and development.
The added benefit to the panel and its housing applications is its inherent strength allowing
structures to withstand major earthquake and cyclones.
The Hornibrook construction family has a history in engineering and contract building dating back to
1931, with a concentration on low cost building materials since 1990.
An additional 5 factories have been contracted for installation in 2008. The plants will be installed
within the markets of Iran, Pakistan, Indonesia, Uganda and United Arab Emirates. Additional plants
are being negotiated for Fiji and China.
“You will not be remembered for the structures that you build,
but for the communities you create.”
Sir Manuel Hornibrook, 1964
Company Profile
Strengths
• Lightweight concrete panel
• Rapid installation
• Easily transportable
on and off site
• Fixed cost to any port
• Strong and durable
• Termite, pest and rot resistant
• Good thermal/sound ratings
• Superior quality and finishes
• Takes all decorative treatments
• Environmentally friendly
• Easily worked
• No special tools required
• Excellent fire resistant qualities
• Fire rated and load bearing
• Installation training available
• Local unskilled labour and trade
• Used internationally
• Major Earthquake
and Cyclone resistant
• Proven, preventative technology.
Designed to limit physical
damage and maintain structural
integrity during seismic and
cyclonic activity.
Strengths
Award-winning
technology
State-of-the-art facilities
Quality control
Global service
Advantages
Rapid Construction
• Tongue and groove jointing system allows faster construction
• Factory cured panels eliminates need for on-site curing
• Light weight panels allow easy handling and erection
• Easy workability - no special tools required
Advantages – Q Panel
Strong & Durable
• Panels are manufactured from high quality materialsimparting strength and long life
• Excellent water, termite and fire resistant properties to withstand adverse conditions
• Most suitable for seismic and cyclone prone regions
Advantages – Q Panel
• Excellent surface finish - takes all decorative treatments
• Excellent thermal and sound insulation properties
• Slim Q Panel provides extra usable floor space
• Environmentally friendly no use of diminishing resources
Advantages – QPanel
Support – Fox Hornibrook
• Design and supply complete low cost housing solutions or
quality wall, floor and roof panels
• Manufacture, install and commission factories
• Provide turn-key projects working with preferred local installers
• Decrease construction time by up to 70%
• Provide local training and employment
• Delivery and construction guarantees
A Team of Highly Committed Professionals
• Excellent Products - Q Panel and In-the-Box series
• Substantial Production Capacity
• Ability to Deliver Consistent Quality & Service
• Ability to Adhere to Delivery Schedules & Deadlines
Support – Fox Hornibrook
“The panels have been designed and developed to provide cost effective means of construction for the
housing sector in India.” Hindustan Times
“The panels are fireproof, waterproof and termite proof and have a smooth finish which is ready for painting
and finishing, drastically cutting time and fiscal consideration.” Pioneer Magazine
“The panels reduce the tedium of plastering and curing at site, giving significantly increased speed of installation.”
The Asian Age
“…the Australian company has launched a unique and environmentally friendly building product for the
construction industry. The panels, which have been developed after extensive research, provide an
economical alternative to bricks, wood and hollow blocks.” Business Journal
“The Q Panel should have a significant influence on conventional building methods. Rarely can low cost product
incorporate quality, durability and simplicity. This is the exception.” Forbes Corporate
“There is huge potential for these panels, not only in India but also in other developing countries and the owners
hope to cater to the demands of the prefabricated high speed housing sector.” Business Standard
The brand name Q Panel is a trade-marked commercial trading name for patented panelised technologies.
What are people saying about Q Panel…
Applications
Applications
Applications
The 2-bedroom, 47m2 house (above) was
built in 8.5 hours.
The design allows for additional bedrooms
and living areas to be added if required.
Various foundations may be used with the
system including concrete slab, footings,
grid panels and screw-pile technology.
Applications
This 2-bedroom, 36m2 house (above) was built
in 5.5 hours.
Lightweight steel was used in the floor frame and
truss with Q panel used as flooring and roofing
material.
A 20ft container can fit 2 x 36m2 homes.
Applications
New Release - House in the Box 2008.
Applications
Barracks
Sentry Police Stations
SentryCheckpoints
Applications
• Instant site offices
• Quality specifications
• Flexible designs
• Remote area
Applications
Applications – High-rise & Commercial
Applications – High-rise & Commercial (cont.)
Applications – High-rise & Commercial (cont.)
Applications – Luxury Residential
Applications – Industrial & Stadiums
Applications – Workers Accommodation
Applications – Hospitals
Applications – Partitions
Applications – Custom Pre-Fabricated Structures
Custom design service available for specific industry requirements
Applications – Various
Solar Parks
Railway Stations Telephone Exchanges
Waiting HallsSheds
Ablution Blocks
Setting the building standard in Africa and Asia
Old
Old
New
New
Quality buildings Cooler rooms Fast installation Durable Maintenance free
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Applications – General
• Agricultural buildings
• Apartments
• Barracks
• Checkpoints
• Cinemas
• Concert halls
• Community centres
• Elevator shafts
• Fascia cladding
• Fencing
• Flooring
• Garages
• Hangers
• Holding cells
• Hospitals
• Hotels
• Housing
• Infill walls
• Mezzanine flooring
• Mining camps
• Mosques
• Offices
• Partitioning
• Police stations
• Power stations
• Retaining walls
• Road barriers
• Roofing
• Schools
• Sheds
• Shopping centres
• Stadiums
• Store rooms
• Telephone exchanges
• Universities
• Warehouses
General uses include, however are not limited to:
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