the Khawr Abd Allah estuaryCommunicationsThe process of work for this project which includes technical, project management and drawings are being distributed to branch offices in Liverpool, Peterborough, London and Rotterdam. Tim Bownes, who is based in Dubai, is in regular contact with Hyundai's project management to ensure the smooth progress of this project."Of course internal communications are just as important as those between different organisations, given the geographical spread of the design and management activities. Regular dialogue takes place using various means and the fact that staff tend to be close knit and meet professionally and socially on a regular basis helps this process", Tim concludes.Tim Bownes (Middle East)t.bownes@royalhaskoning.com+971 (0)50 398 5367Jamie Gray (UK)jamie.gray@royalhaskoning.com+44 (0) 7788924408Image Courtesy of NASAAside from the fact that good communications are at the heart of any project, the speed of this one dictates it is the only approach to adopt. Tim Bownes, Projects Director Royal Haskoning""rangeinternational >> 13

The Government of Jordan has made commitments for ambitious development programs throughout all sectors, but in particular with respect to Infrastructure, Water and Energy. Klaas Brouwer, Project Manager of Royal Haskoning is in the middle of the action in Aqaba.Sustainable port of Jordan""Though affected by world's economical situation, Jordan appears to be feeling the impact to a lesser extent. The container port in Aqaba has seen a continuous growth over recent years.Klaas Brouwer, Project Manager Royal HaskoningAqaba Container Port:Image Courtesy of Aqaba Development Corporation >> 14rangeinternational