Bechtel was recently honoured by the American Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi with the prestigious ‘Falcon Award’ for demonstrating an outstanding commitment to sustainable US-UAE business relations.
The official announcement for the award took place at the American Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi 7th Annual Excellence Awards on January 27.
“Winning the ‘Falcon Award’ is a great recognition of Bechtel’s proud 50-year history in UAE,” said Sherif Zaki, UAE country manager, Bechtel. “We look forward to connecting communities in the UAE for decades to come,” added Zaki.
Bechtel is currently developing the Al Taweelah Alumina Refinery and Borouge 3 petrochemicals complex and has played a significant leadership role in developing several megaprojects in the UAE since 1962, including the Khalifa Port and Industrial Zone in Abu Dhabi. Through its membership with American Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi, Bechtel also promotes the professional development of women through the chamber’s ‘Women Achieve’ programme.
American Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi serves as a member of the global network of American Chambers of Commerce and has worked to promote commerce and investment between the US and the UAE since 1986.
