ALEC, has opened its first office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of its regional expansion strategy, and will be led by Darrell Bergesen. With more than 28 years of international experience across South Africa, the UK and the Middle East. He had previously worked with ALEC from 2007 until 2017 and has re-joined the company after delivering the largest and most complex ‘brownfield’ mall in South Africa.

Managing Director Barry Lewis said the Riyadh office opening comes as part of its commitment to supporting the development of Saudi Arabia and the wider region.

“We will be bringing new levels of innovation and expertise to Saudi and I’m looking forward to working with the local clientele, consultants and supply chains to showcase our strength in delivering excellence, quality, sustainability and safety throughout all our projects,” he concluded.