Siemens supports “GALLERIA40” to be the first LEED certified commercial complex in Egypt

GALLERIA40 is considered a new milestone in the smart commercial complexes in Egypt that need high quality corporate and retail environment, with international standards of design, connectivity, security and fully managed services. Through the accreditation of United States Green Building Council (UGBC) it will be also the first LEED registered commercial hub in the country.

“We are proud to have played an integral role in providing all the security and building management solutions for the new building,” said Eng. Khaled Shohdy, Siemens Building Technologies, Division Head, “At Siemens, we strive to incorporate sustainability in every project and it comes in line towards our commitment to help achieve the sustainable development of Egypt.”

Siemens solutions will enable GALLERIA40 to improve energy efficiency, implement measurements, metering and reporting capabilities, provide maintenance and monitoring capabilities and Increase comfort, control and indoor air quality.

Raya Facility Maintenance & Management Director, Mr. Hany Bakr, commented: “This new project will set a new benchmark for other green development projects in Egypt and the region, demonstrating our commitment to environmental issue and social responsibility. Raya Facility Maintenance and Management is committed to develop and implement concepts of technology for sustainable development in the realm of automation, infrastructure development, facilities management and green and sustainable buildings."

The Green Building has minimal impact on the environment through energy and water conservation; waste minimization and no green house gas emissions. Providing employees with creativity and high productivity, the building has also many other environment friendly ergonomic and unique and architectural features.

The Siemens Infrastructure & Cities Sector focuses on sustainable technologies for metropolitan areas and their infrastructures. Its offering includes products, systems and solutions for intelligent traffic management, rail-bound transportation, smart grids, energy efficient buildings, and safety and security. The Sector comprises the divisions Building Technologies, Low and Medium Voltage, Mobility and Logistics, Rail Systems and Smart Grid.

The  Siemens Building Technologies Division is the world leader in the market for safe and secure, energy-efficient and environment-friendly buildings and infrastructures. As technology partner, service provider, system integrator and product vendor, Building Technologies has offerings for safety and security as well as building automation, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and energy management.

For over 110 years, Siemens in Egypt contributed in developing, manufacturing, designing, installing most of vital systems and projects for the Egyptian economy in all fields. Siemens has always seen its customers as long term partners and provided them with highest quality, innovative products, solutions and services. On September 30, 2012, the Energy Sector had a work force of over 500 employees. Further information is available at: http://www.siemens.com.eg

Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a global powerhouse in electronics and electrical engineering, operating in the fields of industry, energy and healthcare as well as providing infrastructure solutions, primarily for cities and metropolitan areas. For over 165 years, Siemens has stood for technological excellence, innovation, quality, reliability and internationality. The company is the world's largest provider of environmental technologies. Around 40 percent of its total revenue stems from green products and solutions. In fiscal 2012, which ended on September 30, 2012, revenue from continuing operations totaled €78.3 billion and income from continuing operations €5.2 billion. At the end of September 2012, Siemens had around 370,000 employees worldwide on the basis of continuing operations. Further information is available on the Internet at:  www.siemens.com.