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Publish Date : 25-Feb-2014

Ashghal, the Public Works Authority of Qatar has awarded a contract to UK-based Causeway for offering cost planning and automated measurement software for CAD drawings and BIM.

As per the contract, Causeway will supply its Cost and Programme Management software (Cato) to Ashghal assisting its internal consultants create, monitor and track a comprehensive internal rates database based on information rendered by consultants and contractors for work issued by the authority.

The company stated that with the automated measurement software, the organisation will be able to quantify measurements, rates and check estimates supplied over the coming years.

Ashghal, set up in 2004, is responsible for the planning, design, procurement, construction, delivery, and asset management of all infrastructure projects and public buildings in Qatar.

Adhering to the Qatar National Vision 2030, the authority contributes to the economic and social development of Qatar, with projects valued at over QR100 billion to be delivered within the next five to seven years.

"We operate a powerful model of strategic outsourcing and partnership with world leading establishments and the Causeway solution was chosen after thorough assessment of the products and a rigorous tender process," said Abdulsamd Al-makei, the manager of Engineering Business Support at Ashghal, "We are looking forward to working with Causeway in implementing the software and using it to maximum benefit."

"Ashghal's contribution to the state's huge infrastructure development is pivotal to the future of Qatar. We are delighted to have been selected by their Tender Committee and Head of Contracts to support their mission," said Causeway executive VP Paul Madeira.

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