Nemetschek and Concerted Solutions Forge Alliance to Revolutionise GCC Construction Digitalisation

The Gulf region’s construction sector is in for a shake-up, with big names joining forces to push digital transformation forward. Nemetschek Group, widely recognised for their global software solutions in architecture, engineering, and construction (that’s AEC/O, to those in the loop), has teamed up with Concerted Solutions FZE. As someone who’s seen countless well-meaning partnerships fizzle out because they didn’t get the local context, I find this approach spot on—Concerted Solutions knows the GCC market inside out, which should mean less faff and more real progress.

At the heart of this new alliance is a shared ambition to speed up digital adoption across the regional AEC/O sector. The aim is not just to push more tech, but to genuinely align with the Gulf Cooperation Council’s massive national digitalisation plans. From what’s come out, Concerted Solutions will play a strategic role, acting as Nemetschek Arabia’s local partner. This means leveraging their networks to unlock business opportunities and helping global know-how actually land on the ground—no easy feat, but clearly top of the agenda.

Yves Padrines, CEO at Nemetschek Group, talked about the power of collaboration shaping a “better-built world”. I reckon that’s more than just boardroom speak; combining global experience with sharp regional insight could help GCC projects become not only smarter but leaner and greener, too. Muayad Simbawa, Managing Director of Nemetschek Arabia, echoed this, saying that the region’s construction boom makes digital solutions all the more vital as clients look for agility and efficiency. And, believe it or not, I can’t help but recall some startup founders at Arageek events groaning about clunky workflows—maybe this deal will finally get things moving.

On the flip side, Dr. Mousalam Alabdulrazzak from Concerted Solutions seemed proper chuffed about partnering with Nemetschek Group. He hinted at new innovations for smarter project delivery and better performance, hinting at “synergies” (always a hopeful word) that could set new standards across the sector. Of course, the proof will be in the puding—execution, not just good intentions, is what shapes real impact in this business.

Nemetschek brings a stash of heavy-hitting brands to the game—Bluebeam, dRofus, Solibri, and Spacewell, just to name a few. Their tech is aimed at keeping architects, engineers, and facility managers not just connected but empowered to build in more sustainable, open ways. From my own side in the entrepreneurship scene, seeing tools that encourage open standards and digital twins is encouraging, but if I’m honest, having too many bells and whistles can get a bit much for teams who just want things to work.

Taking a closer look, the Nemetschek Group isn’t a new player by any stretch—they’ve been at this since 1963, boast more than 7 million users worldwide, and are listed on both the MDAX and TecDAX. Their recent ISO 27001 certification also suggests a strong focus on security, always a sticking point for Middle Eastern clients. Meanwhile, Concerted Solutions hangs its hat on digital strategies for critical infrastructure and smart cities, offering expertise that should be a natural fit for governments and major developers navigating ambitious transformation projects in the region.

All in all, with the GCC accelerating its construction and tech footprint, this partnership comes at just the right time—but, as ever, the devil’s in the details. If Nemetschek and Concerted Solutions can stitch together their global know-how with the region’s unique demands, they might just set a new benchmark for digitalisation across the MENA AEC/O landscape. And for those startups we at Arageek keep cheering on, these kinds of partnerships could open up doors to even more innovative collaborations down the road.

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