At Sixense Middle East, safety grows through practice, awareness, and shared experience.

 

This month, our site and office teams joined five immersive sessions built around real-life scenarios:

🔹 On-site accident management
🔹 Heart attack in the office (applicable to site conditions)

 

Each co-activity roleplay invited teams to design and manage their own challenges: from limited-access areas to overlapping works, testing coordination and decision-making under pressure.

Participants also reviewed life-saving actions: CPR, AED use, and recovery positions, building confidence to react when every second counts.

 

These sessions reinforced what drives technical excellence: skilled people who look out for one another.

Thank you to all participants for your energy, engagement, and care.

 

Together, we build safely.

Across the Middle East, infrastructure is growing at unprecedented speed, and so is the need to manage geotechnical and structural risks in real time.

 

With Beyond Monitoring, Sixense Middle East helps owners and contractors turn raw measurements into clear, actionable information.

From tunnels and bridges to high-rise foundations and marine works, the platform centralises every data point giving engineers the confidence to act before risks escalate.

 

Powered by over 20 years of instrumentation and monitoring expertise, Beyond Monitoring connects all sensors, systems and data formats into one intuitive decision-making tool.

 

Faster insight. Safer assets. Smarter decisions from field to action.

 

Contact Sixense Middle East to discover how Beyond Monitoring can support your next project.

Sixense supported the assessment of a 45-year-old tunnel in Dubai to ensure it continues to serve the city safely and efficiently.

 

Our engineers performed:

• concrete coring operations,
• carbonation depth tests,
• ultrasonic pulse velocity tests, and
• ultrasonic weld tests

to evaluate the structure’s durability, stability, and remaining service life.

 

The insights gathered now guide targeted maintenance and ongoing monitoring, helping enhance the tunnel’s service life and ensure the reliability of a key transport link for years to come.

 

Proud of our Sixense team for their precision and dedication on site.

 

Last month, Sixense Middle East joined Freyssinet Middle East for their Environmental Days to reflect on how each of us can make a difference.

 

Under the theme “We All Have a Role to Play”, Sixense Middle East joined Freyssinet’s management HSE teams to share ideas and best practices to reduce water use, save energy, and limit emissions during our daily lives.

 

It’s through collaboration like this that we turn awareness into real impact, one site, one team, one action at a time.

Looking back at GRTIEC 2025.

Thank you to every Sixense colleague for the time and energy, and to every visitor whose tough questions sharpened our thinking. That’s how trust is built.

Exploring rail monitoring (tunnels, bridges, trackbed, stations) or asset management? Contact us to continue the conversation.

 

From invisible risk to a plan, you can act on.

In reinforced concrete, chlorides and CO₂ can slowly strip steel of its natural protection. The half-cell potential test helps us spot trouble early by comparing the steel’s electrical state to a reference electrode.

The result?
A clear corrosion likelihood map, per ASTM practice, that guides where to investigate, monitor, or repair.

Practical note: Half-cell potential testing provides valuable insights into the likelihood of reinforcement corrosion in concrete, but results should always be interpreted alongside site conditions, moisture levels, and complementary tests for accurate assessment.

 

Data you can build on.

In Dubai, we completed structural instrumentation and monitoring for a high-rise. Our scope covered supply, installation, manual readings, data management, and factual reporting delivered to the project team throughout the works.

What we installed and tracked:
• Strain gauges
• 3D prism targets
• Tiltmeters
• Weather station

Accurate instrumentation and real-time monitoring during tower construction are essential to ensure structural safety, track performance, and make data-driven decisions on-site.

Grateful to our site and office teams for the steady hands behind every data point.

At Sixense Group a global leader in infrastructure monitoring, we make sure every project, site, and workplace operates to the highest safety standards.

We believe that every risk is preventable through continuous improvement, rigorous training, and a shared safety mindset across all teams.

How We Prioritise Safety:
A preventative approach – Risks are identified before work begins
Training and engagement – Every team member is empowered to act safely
Innovation – Remote systems and digital tools reduce on-site exposure

And we back this up with our Eight Golden Rules🔒

Simple habits, shared responsibility; that’s how we keep our people safe.

 

 

📅 Save the Date: Sixense Middle East at Global Rail 2025
Sixense Middle East is excited to exhibit at the region’s leading rail transport event.

 

Where & When:

• 🗓 30 Sept–2 Oct 2025
• 📍#ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi
• 📍 Hall 4, Stand 4F16

Join us at GRTIEC 2025 to explore innovative solutions for rail infrastructure and connect with our team of expert.

At Sixense, we believe inspections should deliver insight, not delays. That’s why we created beMap: a web-based platform that transforms how asset owners and operators manage infrastructure assessments.

 

With beMap, you get:
⚙️ Automated processing

Upload images from site, and within minutes, generate high-quality 3D point clouds and orthoimages, no manual stitching or delays.

🖥️ Real-time access

Log in anytime to review, annotate, or run cross-sectional analyses, perfect for fast decision-making and collaboration.

📌 Smart inspection tools

Map defects, take precise measurements, and streamline reporting, all within the platform.

 

Whether you’re managing roads, rail, bridges, or utilities, beMap helps you see more, decide faster, and reduce time spent in the field and at the desk.

 

🔗 Ready to simplify your inspection workflows and gain full visibility over your assets?
Let’s talk, we’d be happy to show you what beMap can do.

For stay cable structures, understanding the actual tension in the cables is essential to ensuring long-term performance, safety, and compliance.

At Sixense, we offer two reliable solutions tailored to your project’s needs:

Direct Measurement
We install accelerometer sensors directly on the cable to measure tension through vibration analysis: accurate, proven, and minimally intrusive.

Remote Measurement
Using interferometric radar technology, our 4DVib solution captures cable tension from a distance, no contact needed. A smart choice for high or hard-to-access cables.

Both methods provide critical data to support your inspections, diagnostics, or maintenance planning, and are backed by Sixense’s global expertise in asset management.

👉 If you’re a concessionaire or engineering consultant managing stay cable structures, contact us to see how we can support your assessment strategy.

🔍 Why Shoring Monitoring Matters — A Case from Dubai

When excavation begins near existing structures, monitoring ground movement and load behaviour becomes critical. That’s why, for a recent project in Dubai, Sixense Middle East was trusted to manage the instrumentation and monitoring during the shoring phase.

Scope of work included:

• Pre- and post-condition surveys of surrounding buildings
• Supply and installation of geotechnical instruments
• Manual readings, data analysis, and technical reporting over 8 months

Instruments deployed:

• Inclinometers
• Optical targets
• Anchor load cells

Thanks to accurate, long-term monitoring, our client gained real-time visibility into ground behaviour and anchor performance—enabling them to manage risk, protect nearby assets, and make better, faster decisions throughout excavation.

Because when it comes to shoring, confidence is built on data.

Get in touch to learn more about how our monitoring services can support your next project.

🕌 As we celebrate Eid Al-Adha, a time of reflection, generosity, and unity, we extend our warmest wishes to our clients, partners, and colleagues across the Middle East and beyond.

At Sixense, we are proud to work alongside a diverse team and serve communities across the region, building a future where infrastructure stands strong and safe for generations to come.

May this blessed occasion bring peace, prosperity, and strength to you and your loved ones.

🦺 This week, the Sixense Middle East team joined the presentation of Safety Week 2025, hosted by our colleagues at Freyssinet.

The theme, “It’s OK Not to Be OK,” is a powerful reminder that safety goes beyond helmets and harnesses — it’s also about recognizing stress, emotions, and the importance of mental health in the workplace.

👏 Thank you to Freyssinet for creating space for open conversations around well-being, and for leading with empathy and awareness.

At Sixense, safety, in all its dimensions, remains at the heart of what we do.

We are proud to announce that Sixense Middle East has obtained the ISO 18674-1:2015 certification—a global standard that defines the principles for monitoring ground behavior and geotechnical structures.

This certification reinforces our position as a trusted specialist in structural diagnostics and performance monitoring, and reflects our continued commitment to technical excellence, risk mitigation, and infrastructure safety across the region.

This new standard complements our existing certifications:
✅ ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management
✅ ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Responsibility
✅ ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health & Safety

This achievement is more than a milestone—it’s a renewed promise to deliver smarter, safer infrastructure solutions to our clients, partners, and communities.

🔎 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗴𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 – 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀.
In civil engineering projects, understanding the stresses in prefabricated segments is key, both during the construction phase (tunnel or viaduct) and for monitoring its health throughout its lifecycle.

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹:
Sixense’s intelligent voussoirs are equipped with an autonomous stress monitoring system, operational immediately after manufacture, allowing monitoring of stress variations from concrete hardening to segment installation throughout its life cycle.

🏗️ During construction:
Monitor the stresses to which the segments are subjected to check that they do not exceed permissible limits. These stresses result from transport and handling, installation, assembly and the construction phase of the rest of the structure.

📈 In the final phase:
Ensure that the segments are not subjected to new stresses due to environmental changes. The state of stress is also a good indicator of the element’s aging condition.

As the Middle-East gears up for transformative metro projects, the need for safe infrastructure monitoring is more critical than ever.

At Sixense, we bring international experience in instrumentation & monitoring, supporting metro and rail construction projects across many regions, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, United Kingdom, and Oceania.

From ground movement and tunnel deformation to vibration and noise monitoring, our systems help ensure the safety, efficiency, and longevity of underground infrastructure while minimizing impact and maximizing data insights.

We’re proud to support the development of smarter, more connected cities through our monitoring expertise.

As we welcome Eid al-Fitr, we send our warmest wishes to all our team members, clients, and partners. May this special time bring you happiness, good health, and countless blessings. 🎉

 

Eid marks not just an end, but the start of new opportunities. Let’s embrace the spirit of renewal and progress as we continue to grow together, both personally and professionally. 🌟

 

Here’s to a successful and prosperous Eid, filled with new opportunities and positive change! 🌙

At Sixense, we are committed to continuous improvement and believe that our most valuable resource is the skills and expertise of our employees. To maintain our position at the forefront of innovation, we invest in ongoing training for our teams, enabling them to excel in their respective fields.

 

In March, we proudly facilitated three key training sessions that contributed to the growth and development of our employees, empowering them with the latest knowledge and best practices. These training programs covered geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring, data management, and health and safety leadership, aligning with Sixense’s mission to deliver excellence in every project.

 

1. Geotechnical Training 

Our instrumentation and monitoring team attended an in-depth training on geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring, conducted by Giorgio Pezzetti. This session equipped our team with enhanced knowledge of the latest tools and techniques, which will help us provide even better solutions to our clients.

 

2. Data Management Training 

Our data team attended a comprehensive data management training for instrumentation and monitoring, conducted by Bogdan Surd, Data Manager for Sixense UK. This training enhanced our team’s ability to effectively manage and analyze large sets of data, ensuring our monitoring solutions are always reliable and efficient.

 

3. Health & Safety Leadership Training 

To strengthen our health and safety practices, Ahmed Nada and Silviu Dobroiu attended a Health & Safety Leader training program conducted by Lorenzo Alessi (Soletanche Freyssinet HSE Director) and Antoine Morand (Geoquest HSE Director). This training focused on improving decision-making skills, leadership, and engagement with teams to reinforce our commitment to a safe and healthy work environment.

 

At Sixense, we are proud to support the professional growth of our teams, which ultimately contributes to the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our clients. These training programs are a testament to our ongoing investment in human capital, ensuring that our teams remain at the forefront of innovation and excellence.

 

Stay tuned for upcoming posts on the outcomes of these trainings and how they’re already making an impact across our projects!

As we embrace the spirit of Ramadan, we extend our heartfelt wishes to all our employees, clients, and partners. This month of giving brings with it a time of reflection, peace, and harmony. 🌟🕌

 

May this special time inspire joy, unity, and gratitude for all, and may the coming days be filled with blessings for you and your loved ones.

 

Here’s to continuing our journey together with renewed strength and commitment.

A big thank you to the Sixense team for their hard work and dedication in finalizing the condition assessment of a tunnel following the severe meteorological conditions of 2024. Your expertise and efforts are truly appreciated! 🌟

 

As part of this essential project, we completed a thorough condition assessment to ensure the tunnel’s integrity and safety. Our approach included:

🔹 Visual Inspection
🔹 20 Concrete Coring Tests
🔹 20 Half-cell Potential Tests
🔹 75 Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Tests
🔹 20 Carbonation Depth Tests
🔹 20 Rebound Hammer Tests

 

These comprehensive tests were critical in assessing the tunnel’s health and ensuring it meets safety standards after facing extreme weather conditions. We remain committed to providing the highest quality solutions for infrastructure resilience. 💪

🏗️ Safeguarding Structural Integrity: 3 Warehouses Assessed 🔍

We’ve successfully delivered condition assessments for three warehouses, ensuring their continued safety and efficiency.

 

Our comprehensive analysis included a range of tests to evaluate structural health:

✅ Half-cell potential tests: 15
✅ Carbonation depth tests: 15
✅ Excavations & slab-breaking: 9
✅ In-situ density tests: 9
✅ Steel residual thickness tests: 9
✅ Soil lab tests: 9

 

🔗 At Sixense, safety and sustainability drive every solution we deliver. This project is another testament to our dedication to excellence in structural health monitoring.

We’re thrilled to announce that Ahmed Nada has stepped into the role of General Manager for Sixense UAE, succeeding the outstanding leadership of Jean-Christophe Monneret.

 

Ahmed’s journey with Sixense began in 2015 as a Stations Manager for the Riyadh Metro project, and his growth since then has been remarkable. Rising through the ranks as Project Manager, Operations Manager, and Country Manager, Ahmed has continually demonstrated his expertise and commitment to Sixense’s vision.

 

🔑 What’s Next Under Ahmed’s Leadership?
• Expanding our footprint across the Middle East, with a spotlight on the UAE 🌍
• Integrating cutting-edge technologies into our solutions 🚀
• Strengthening Sixense’s presence and capabilities to drive growth across the region 💼

We extend our gratitude to Jean-Christophe Monneret for his exceptional contributions to Sixense Middle East.

 

We’re excited about the road ahead and confident that Ahmed’s vision will lead us to new heights! Let’s shape the future together. 💡

We were pleased to host Guillaume Dupont, QHSE Manager for Asia and the Middle East, during his visit from Hong Kong. Guillaume provided valuable insights into our Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) strategy, emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement.

 

His visit underscored our commitment to:

• 👥 Our People: Making Health and Safety top priorities while ensuring we maintain high standards and deliver quality without compromise.
• 🌍 Our Planet: Endorsing our dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

 

After a productive few days in Dubai, Guillaume is now heading to Saudi Arabia. His insights were invaluable in showcasing our QHSE initiatives and reinforcing our goal of achieving top standards across our projects.

 

Thank you, Guillaume, for your invaluable contributions and leadership!

Our Business Developer Mirella Khalil had the privilege of attending ADIPEC 2024 in Abu Dhabi, and it was an incredibly enriching experience. Mirella took full advantage of the opportunity to explore the latest advancements in the energy sector.

 

The event was a fantastic platform to reconnect with valued partners and clients while exploring groundbreaking innovations in energy and digital transformation. We engaged in insightful conversations, attended informative sessions, and discovered technologies that will help us further our mission to drive smart infrastructure and digital solutions in the region.

 

We would like to thank everyone who took the time to meet with us at ADIPEC. The event provided us with fresh ideas and valuable connections, and we are excited to implement these insights into our future projects. We look forward to continuing the collaborations and exploring new opportunities.

 

Thank you to the ADIPEC team for hosting such a world-class event, and we’re already looking forward to next year!

We had the pleasure of attending the annual seminar at the stunning Aquabella Hotel & Spa in Aix-en-Provence, and what an incredible experience it was! Our team — including Ahmed Nada, Kamal Tahri, Farid Rached, Miriella Khalil, and Jean-Christophe Monneret — engaged in thought-provoking discussions, insightful networking, and powerful exchanges of ideas.

The event provided a unique opportunity to strengthen global connections, promote innovation, and learn best practices from industry leaders. The energy and collaborative spirit were truly remarkable!

Thank you to everyone involved in making this seminar a huge success. Looking forward to applying all the knowledge and inspiration gained!

During construction projects, ensuring the safety and stability of nearby structures is just as important as the work itself. At Sixense Middle East, we provide specialized Instrumentation and Monitoring (I&M) solutions to track the impact of construction activities on adjacent structures.

 

🔍 Why is I&M crucial?

• Safety First: Construction activities like excavation, demolition, and blasting can cause vibrations, settlement, or structural movement. Our I&M solutions ensure that these movements stay within safe limits, protecting the integrity of surrounding buildings.
• Minimizing Risks: By monitoring real-time data on movements and vibrations, we help prevent structural damage and ensure worker and public safety.
• Regulatory Compliance: We adhere to strict safety regulations to ensure all projects meet both local and international standards.
• Avoiding Disputes: With detailed pre- and post-condition surveys, we provide clear records of any existing defects or changes, reducing the potential for legal disputes over damage claims.
• Boosting Efficiency: Continuous monitoring means quick responses to potential issues, ensuring projects stay on track with minimal disruptions.

🔧 Our solutions include:

• Pre- and post-condition surveys to document structural conditions.
• Optical prisms to monitor structural movement.
• Settlement pins to track ground displacement.
• Vibration and noise sensors to ensure safe thresholds.

By integrating these monitoring tools, Sixense helps contractors manage risks, comply with regulations, and protect the surrounding environment. Partner with us to ensure your project is a success from all angles.

Today, Guillaume Dupont, QHSE Manager for Asia and the Middle East, brought our teams together for a workshop and quiz, focusing on innovative strategies to reduce the carbon footprint of our operations.

🔎 Workshop Highlights: Reducing CO2 Emissions
The workshop covered key areas, including:
Fuel consumption on construction sites: Reducing fuel usage can lower both costs and environmental impact.
Low-carbon mobility: Promoting sustainable transportation options for greener operations.

🎯 Quiz Time: Testing Our Knowledge
To reinforce the lessons from the workshop, the team participated in an interactive quiz. The true/false questions challenged us to think critically about fuel efficiency and the environmental impact of our operations.
By the end of the session, we had deepened our understanding of how we can collectively contribute to a more sustainable future.

🌱 Our Commitment to Sustainability
At Sixense, sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s an ongoing responsibility. Through events like Environmental Days, we are reminded of the importance of innovation and awareness in protecting our planet for future generations.
Together, we are building a more sustainable tomorrow.

Sixense Middle East recently completed the condition assessment of a B+G+19+HC+Roof building in Dubai. Construction of the building was stopped 10 years ago, and our client sought to verify the structural integrity to resume development.

We carried out a visual inspection and advanced non-destructive tests to ensure long-term safety. Here are some key figures from our work:

✅ 75 ultrasonic pulse velocity tests
✅ 40 half-cell potential tests
✅ 50 carbonation depth tests of extracted cores
✅ 50 compressive strength tests of extracted cores

At Sixense, we combine our expertise in engineering, monitoring, and digital solutions to provide high-value insights and ensure the reliability and safety of structures. Our innovative approach and dedication to quality help our clients achieve their goals with confidence.

Expand design life of nuclear building with Structural Health Monitoring – Sellafield Ltd site

In September 2023, for the thirteenth consecutive year since 2010, Sixense successfully completed the annual maintenance of the EverSense Acoustic Monitoring System, installed in a Sellafield Ltd building in the UK.

The EverSense Acoustic Monitoring system plays a crucial role at Sellafield by monitoring the status of structural pre-stressing tendons. This technology not only extends the operational lifetime of a key building but also ensures its sustainability and safety.

✅ Comprehensive System Check: NUVIA in collaboration with Nicolas CORTES from Sixense, conducted a thorough examination of all components of the Acoustic Monitoring system – sensors, cabling, acquisition nodes, and units. This proactive approach helps prevent or detect any potential risks of system failure.

✅ Minor Repairs and Testing: In addition to the inspection, we performed minor repairs and rigorous testing. Over the years, this type of preventive maintenance has consistently delivered exceptional uptime.

✅ Assessment for the Future: We conducted a complete assessment of the system to mitigate equipment obsolescence risks and prevent critical failures.

✅ Data Quality and Reliability: During the on-site maintenance, Sixense conducted numerous tests to ensure that the system has maintained high data quality and reliability since its installation in 2010.

✅ Customer-Centric Approach: Beyond maintenance, this mission provided us with an opportunity to listen to our customers’ feedback, understand their needs and challenges, and collaborate on future solutions. Client care and continuous improvement remain our top priorities.

This annual maintenance effort underscores our commitment to ensuring the reliability, safety, and longevity of critical infrastructure. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Sellafield in the pursuit of excellence in structural health monitoring.

Surface settlement monitoring is a crucial aspect of construction and infrastructure maintenance. Traditionally, this involves installing target prisms on the ground however, there’s a more efficient and safer way to conduct this essential task: the CENTAUR solution.

Key advantages:

1. Enhanced safety: Monitor risky and unsafe areas without sending teams to install prisms.
2. Minimal disruption: Monitor busy roads without disrupting traffic flow for example.
3. High precision monitoring: Enjoy high accuracy and continuous assessments with CENTAUR’s automatic recording of vertical displacements between virtual settlement points.

CENTAUR represents a significant leap forward in monitoring technology. Its ability to conduct accurate and safe monitoring without the need for ground-installed prisms makes it an indispensable tool for modern construction and infrastructure projects.

By minimizing disruptions and enhancing safety, CENTAUR ensures that monitoring is conducted efficiently and effectively, even in the most challenging environments.

Embrace the future of infrastructure monitoring with Sixense!

We are pleased to announce the completion of a pile monitoring project using strain gauges in Dubai.

Key figures:

• 6 piles monitored
• 72 strain gauges installed

 

Our team ensured precise installation and thorough data collection, processing, and reporting, providing valuable insights into the performance and integrity of the piles.

 

This project demonstrates our commitment to delivering reliable and efficient monitoring solutions and our expertise in structural and geotechnical engineering.

Hosting international gatherings such as the Olympics can take a toll on a city’s infrastructure, requiring building, transportation means, and stadiums to support increased capacity for extended periods of time.

At Sixense, our specialization in infrastructure management perfectly meets this challenge through three core areas of expertise:

• Specialized Engineering: We conduct thorough condition assessments of structures to ensure they meet the heightened demands of major events.
• Monitoring: Our advanced monitoring systems track structural behavior in real-time, from stress on key elements to buildings’ movements and ground settlements.
• Digital Solutions: Through tools like Beyond Asset, we streamline infrastructure management by centralizing data and optimizing asset performance, enhancing operational efficiency and overall resilience.

 

With our proven track record and our set of innovative solutions, our team is ready to support cities in keeping unique moments like the Olympics a moment of sharing, where safety and sustainability should never be compromised.

At Sixense, our expertise extends beyond managing existing structures. We specialize in overseeing construction projects from start to finish, preventing issues and guaranteeing safety.

To optimize construction worksite safety, we monitor deformation, hydrogeological and geotechnical parameters, as well as noise and vibration, with sensors strategically located in the soil and structures within and around the worksite.

Trust Sixense for expert construction management to ensure your projects are completed safely and efficiently.

Sixense recently participated in the BU+ Program at ESSEC Business School from the 27th to the 31st of May. This comprehensive training program was designed to address our group’s challenges and core business areas, featuring insightful presentations from our leaders, including Manuel Peltier, General Manager of Soletanche Freyssinet. 

 

In addition to focusing on our core competencies, the program explored broader topics such as Marketing and Management, presented by esteemed professors from ESSEC. These sessions provided valuable insights and strategies to tackle complex business challenges. 

 

We were proud to have Ahmed Nada, the Country Manager of Sixense UAE, represent us during this enriching experience. The knowledge and perspectives gained from this program will undoubtedly contribute to our ongoing growth and success. 

Time takes a toll on everything. We recently encountered a critical situation with 43-year-old water tanks, built in the 20th century, showing severe defects in key areas such as ring beams, periphery walls, and access shafts.

Immediate action was required to ensure structural integrity.

 

For this project, our team of specialists meticulously planned a comprehensive restoration strategy and performed a range of tasks, from general visual inspection, and confirmation of as-built elements with design drawings, to extensive sites and laboratory tests. 

 

Some key figures: 

• 8 compressive strength tests 
• 8 tensile splitting strength tests 
• 74 UPV tests 
• 74 rebound hammer tests 

 

At Sixense, we’re passionate about delivering exceptional results on every project. We ensure structural integrity and safety, breathing new life into aging infrastructure.  

At Sixense Middle East, we’re committed to prioritizing on-site security. As Safety Days 2024 approaches, we’re gearing up to reinforce our dedication to safety within our organization. 

 

During Safety Days 2024, taking place from May 27th to June 1st, our team will participate in initiatives aimed at heightening awareness about on-site security best practices. We’re excited to attend a webinar to discuss crucial topics like “Work at Height” and “Electricity”. These discussions will equip us with invaluable insights to further enhance our safety protocols. 

 

Our journey toward enhancing on-site security is a continuous one, and Safety Days 2024 provide an ideal platform for us to reaffirm our commitment to safety.  

It’s crucial for asset owners and building maintenance contractors to prioritize the assessment of basement conditions. At Sixense, we understand the importance of safeguarding infrastructures against water damage, and we’re here to help. 

 

Our comprehensive condition assessment services are tailored to address issues such as water leakages and infiltration in basements. With years of experience and a multidisciplinary approach, we provide asset owners with invaluable insights to protect their investments. 

 

Our methodology encompasses a range of techniques, including visual inspections, non-destructive and destructive tests, as well as laboratory analyses. This meticulous process enables us to identify defects accurately and offer precise recommendations for repair. 

 

By choosing Sixense, you’re not just investing in a service – you’re partnering with a team dedicated to ensuring the longevity and resilience of your infrastructure. Let’s work together to mitigate risks and secure a sustainable future. 

🌟 Reflecting on an Incredible Team Iftar Event! 🌙✨ 

 

Last month, our team came together for a heartwarming Iftar event that truly captured the spirit of Ramadan. It was wonderful to gather Menard, our sister company, at Jumeirah Beach Hotel to break our fast together and share in the blessings of this sacred month. 

 

The evening was filled with laughter, joy, and the sharing of delicious food. It was a time to strengthen our bonds, connect with one another, and appreciate the unity that defines our team. 

 

Here’s to many more moments of unity and celebration together!

Our team recently completed a project involving the construction of a ramp above an underpass on the strategic Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street, in Qasr al Bahr, Abu Dhabi.

 

At Sixense, we don’t just sell solutions – we offer complete and personalized assistance, to prioritize and address your needs and concerns with care.

 

Here is a glimpse into what our work covered:

• Pre-condition Survey: Before the construction of the ramp, our experts conducted a comprehensive visual inspection of the underpass to assess its condition and identify any potential challenges.

 

• Displacement Monitoring: During the construction of the ramp, we carefully monitored the movement of the underpass in 3D, using 68 Nos. of optical target prisms and 2 automatic total stations, ensuring precision and accuracy at every stage.

 

• Post-condition Survey: Upon the ramp’s completion, we conducted a thorough post-condition survey to confirm the underpass’ structural integrity and ensure compliance with safety standards.

 

Working with Sixense means choosing a partner fully engaged throughout the entire lifecycle of your project.

Dams play a crucial role in providing us with reliable and sustainable energy. However, effective monitoring is absolutely essential to ensure their safety and functionality. Over the years, as one of the leaders in dam management, Sixense has developed solutions specifically tailored for these critical structures.

 

🛰️ INSTRUMENTATION & MONITORING 

Our expertise extends to structural, geotechnical, and hydrogeological monitoring, covering both short-term missions and long-term structural assessments. Leveraging innovative methods such as InSAR satellites, we can provide unmatched insights into the health and performance of dams throughout their lifecycle. 

 

🔍 INSPECTION 

Through detailed condition assessments, including non-destructive and destructive testing, and laboratory analysis, we ensure a complete understanding of dam structures. Embracing innovation, our services also include drones, to reach the most inaccessible areas with precision and efficiency. 

 

📊 DIGITAL SOLUTION 

Effective decision-making relies on centralized and clear data. Our ‘Beyond’ digital solution offers a new approach to data management. “Beyond Monitoring” offers real-time management of all recorded data, while “Beyond Asset” helps you streamline processes such as inventory management and maintenance planning simultaneously.  

 

At Sixense, safety, reliability, and efficiency are our top priorities in every project. That’s why we design comprehensive suites of solutions to fully empower our clients and unlock the full potential of their most critical assets. 

Last week, Sixense was out!

 

Sixense team joined the Warehouse Restaurant at Le Meridien Hotel for a quiz night!

 

​​​​​​​Warm thank you to Farid Rached and Danna Murillo for organizing such a fun evening with a crazy contest that tested our Sixense knowledge, music, general culture…

 

After a heated battle, we are thrilled to announce the winning team composed of Jean Christophe Monneret, Ahmed Ebrahim, Sayeed Shaikh and Sanal Sankar.

They received an amazing voucher for their efforts.

 

 

Last week, Sixense was invited to participate to the Freyssinet Middle East inter company football championship.

This journey was about coming together as a team, building bonds, and creating unforgettable memories with Menard , Freyssinet Dubai Group and Reinforced Earth!

 

Thank you Freyssinet Middle East and Esther for organizing this memorable event! 

 

Congratulations to MENARD team for winning the tournament with an incredible performance on the field. It showcased the power of collaboration and perseverance. 

 

Congratulations also to our very own Farid, for winning the tournament’s best player medal for the second time in a row. 

 

A massive shoutout to our amazing players who displayed incredible teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament: 

 

Silviu Dobroiu 

Moustafa Elsisy 

Farid Rached 

Melhem Abi Warde 

Khaled Abduo 

Ahmed Ebrahim 

Kamal Tahri 

Raymond Serhal 

Paul Montagne 

 

Your dedication and spirit truly embody the essence of teamwork and camaraderie.

Thank Menard Middle East for organizing a truly unforgettable New Year celebration at Mediterraneo Restaurant, Armani Hotel. Our Annual Team Event was a wonderful opportunity to honor the hard work and dedication of all our associates and to announce our 2023 Employee of the Year: Henaan Cherukad and to congratulate Vishnukumar Pillai for his Outstanding Safety Performance.

 

It is with great pride that we recognize Henaan Cherukad and  Vishnukumar Pillai for their outstanding contributions to our team, and we are grateful to have them as a part of our organization. 

 

Congratulations to Henaan Cherukad and Vishnukumar Pillai on these well-deserved recognitions. 

At Sixense, we support asset owners with our extensive drone expertise.

 

Drones have the potential to revolutionize a wide range of applications, from assets and risk management to construction and consulting.

They simplify structure inspection, data collection, and provide accurate diagnoses and recommendations.

 

· Inspection: Drones enable us to access remote areas to complete an accurate assessment and operate more quickly afterward if needed.

 

· Digitization: Digitizing your assets is an essential step in every project. With the mapping function of our drones, we can recreate a 3D high-quality digitalized image of your infrastructure or land (topographic survey) in a short amount of time.

 

At Sixense, we have extensive experience using these technologies enabling our clients to:

 

💰 Save time and money on large-scale projects the data collection and processing

 

🔎 Enhance operators’ safety in remote or hard-to-reach areas

 

🛡️ Improve the data accuracy to formulate the ideal solutions for your specific needs.

 

Do you picture how drones could change the way you manage your assets?

We are excited to share details about a remarkable project our teams recently completed in the south of Dubai, close to the area of Jebel Ali.

 

The primary objective of this project was to establish an efficient and reliable sewerage system, connecting the developed communities of the Jebel Ali area to the networks of the Dubai municipality.

 

One of the notable challenges was that one of the sewer lines was crossing above the existing metro line. To ensure seamless execution, Sixense was entrusted with a comprehensive instrumentation and monitoring campaign for the metro tunnel. Our teams diligently measured settlements, tracked 3D movements, and monitored vibrations, guaranteeing total safety along the project.

 

Sixense also conducted pre- and post-construction dilapidation surveys, including a detailed visual inspection and a thorough condition assessment of the metro tunnel’s interior. Our objective was to document and report any existing cracks and damages, allowing us to maintain a complete understanding of its condition at all times.

 

To accomplish these tasks with precision, we employed cutting-edge tools and technologies. The CYCLOP system, a powerful combination of Total Station and Optical Targets, played a crucial role in our surveying efforts. Additionally, we also used movement gauges and vibration units to capture accurate data and monitor the project with precision.

 

The success of this project is due to our team’s unique dedication and expertise. Moving forward, we remain committed and excited to further our contribution to the growth and development of Dubai’s infrastructure. Stay tuned for more exciting updates on our ongoing projects!

In today’s world, managing infrastructures with precision, efficiency, and safety is crucial. Atlas InSAR, harnesses radar satellite images to create millions of measurement points, meeting your construction and maintenance needs across all the phases of your projects.

 

SOLUTION

Developed in 2004 to address ground deformation and structural stability complexities, Atlas InSAR is in constant development, keeping pace with technological innovation and new capabilities.

 

This satellite-based remote sensing solution captures millimeter-level ground motion without on-site intervention, providing wide terrain behavior maps and detailed structural analyses.

 

APPLICATION

With Atlas InSAR, our teams can meticulously track accumulated displacement and deformation for each point, offering insightful retrospectives and real-time updates through an intuitive interface.

 

Our platform transforms data into tailored and actionable insights using advanced analytics. Enjoy direct and comprehensive control over your different assets.

 

INNOVATION

With over 700 engineers globally dedicated to construction and decade-long expertise in satellite radar data, we offer an unmatched understanding of the field. Committed to innovation, we adapt to the latest satellite tech, ensuring a safer, more efficient future for your projects!

 

Beyond precision, our non-intrusive solutions, experience, and commitment to innovation are what sets Sixense apart. Join us on this thrilling journey towards smarter monitoring!

Sixense organized a specialized training program in France. This intensive training is designed to empower our current project engineers and propel them into their next careers as project managers.

With a strong emphasis on safety and quality, in line with our group’s top priorities, the agenda covered key aspects such as security, project managers’ mission, safety at work, and specialized sessions on contract management, CSR, and reporting.

Representing the UAE, we were happy to have Melhem Abi Warde and Ahmed Ebrahim joining this program, alongside Mohamad Qasim from KSA.

Beyond sharpening our employees’ expertise, this gathering aims to strengthen the bonds within the Sixense family. It’s not just about knowledge enhancement; it’s also an opportunity for our teams to reconnect, share insights, deepen their understanding of the company’s developments, and stay up to date with international standards.

Here’s to a transformative experience that went beyond professional growth: a chance for us to gather, learn, and build Sixense’s future together!

As the end of the year approaches, we would like to take a moment to pause and reflect on our journey together in 2023. Despite a challenging environment, we’ll end the year positively, with achievements that have solidified our teams and strengthened our commitment to excellence.

 

WE GREW

• Our team: Our talented and diverse team will drive our vision forward!
• Our geographical reach: Beyond UAE and KSA, we’ve expanded to Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, India, and Egypt!
• Our sectors of expertise: In 2023, Sixense ventured into new sectors, like nuclear, mining, and hydro, broadening our impact and unlocking new opportunities.

 

WE DELIVERED

We are proud to have successfully completed a major project in the Oil and Gas sector, demonstrating our commitment to excellence.

 

WE IMPROVED

At Sixense, we believe in the continuous growth of our greatest asset: our people. We’ve continued to organize trainings to empower our employees with skills to boost their careers.

 

As we bid farewell to 2023, we would like to thank our incredible team, clients, and partners for their growth, resilience, and trust!

Cultivating Team Spirit on the Field!

At Sixense, we firmly believe that fostering an innovative work environment goes hand in hand with nurturing a vibrant and engaging community. That’s why, we brought our team for a friendly football tournament with our sister companies.

Last week, colleagues from Sixense and Freyssinet Middle East came together for a sportive day.

Congratulations to Reco Dubai, for winning the tournament, and to our very own Farid Rached, for winning Best Player of the tournament!

The tournament was a blast from start to finish, we want to thank Freyssinet Middle East for inviting us, and turning this day into a memorable moment of festivity filled with laughter and an unbreakable sense of community.

Together, we take great pride in showing that it’s more than work here; it’s a true team.

⚽️ Meet the players who represented Sixense!
●       Raymond Serhal
●       Moustafa Elsisy
●       Farid Rached
●       Silviu Dobroiu
●       khaled abduo
●       Ahmed Ebrahim
●       Melhem Abi Warde
●       Kamal Tahri

Ahmed Nada and Mirella Khalil had a fruitful stay in India.

They attended the Club Pivot meeting on October 30th, 2023, at the Freyssinet Bangalore HQ. This regular gathering aims to encourage discussion and collaboration between entities of the Vinci Group.

Each entity gave a brief presentation on their current projects, activities, and clientele, before engaging in networking sessions. It was a good opportunity to strengthen our network and explore market opportunities!

In fact, Mirella and Ahmed stayed a few extra days in the country after that event, a great occasion to explore the market. Stay tuned!

We completed the IOSH training!

On the 10th and 12th of October, Ahmed Ali, conducted the third batch of Risk Assessment and IOSH Managing Safely trainings for Soletanche Freyssinet Middle East.

Melhem Abi Warde, khaled abduo, Razi Ahammed, and Moustafa Elsisy from Sixense attended a range of modules covering effective safety management, risk assessment, and control to understanding responsibilities, investigating incidents, and measuring safety performances.

Congratulations to all participants for taking these important steps towards a safer, more secure, ever-changing work environment!

At Sixense, we’re improving how stay-cabled and prestressed concrete structures are monitored and managed.

Discover EverSense, a solution that continuously monitors the health and performance of your structures by seamlessly processing automated measurements and creating indicators that meet your needs.

Through a wide range of technologies (acoustic and ultrasonic sensors, radar and laser measurement solutions… and InSAR satellites), EverSense protects critical stay-cabled and prestressed concrete infrastructures around the world, such as bridges, offshore platforms, wind turbines, and nuclear facilities.

With an operating rate of 99% in EverSense systems installed for over a decade, our solution guarantees long-lasting peace of mind. Sixense’s team of experts will know how to create tailored monitoring programs, whether you are dealing with corrosion, scouring risk, or aging structures.

You’re not just investing in technology; you’re investing in proactive decision-making:

• Always be aware of the status of your structures in real-time
• Anticipate and optimize maintenance
• Mitigate risk for safer operations
• Extend the service life of your structures

Experience the transformative power of EverSense and let our teams take your structural monitoring to new heights.

Your infrastructure deserves nothing less.

Our teams from Soletanche Freyssinet – Freyssinet, Menard, Sixense, and Nuvia embarked on the 25th of September on a 3-week exciting fitness journey, our very own Kiplin Challenge!

The mission? To walk, run, bike, and keep on moving!

 

Thank you to our representatives from Sixense ME, Raymond Serhal, Moustafa Elsisy, Ahmed Nada, Farid Rached, and Melhem Abi Warde. Congratulations on their incredible efforts in participating in the challenge!

 

Stay tuned, encourage them, and let’s see who the winning team will be!

Pink October is not just a month!
This is why the Soletanche Freyssinet Group and Sixense ME organized a webinar on Breast Cancer Awareness on the 2nd of October in partnership with Valiant Clinic & Hospital and AES health.

Dr. Tugan Tezcaner covered:

• Risk Factor
• Symptoms
• Importance of early detection
• Treatment options
• Healthy lifestyle choices

to empower attendees and give them a deeper understanding of Breast Cancer

ADIPEC 2023 – Decarbonising. Faster. Together.

ADIPEC 2023 draws attention to collective action for a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.

Ahmed Nada (Country Manager), Mirella Khalil, and Moustapha Elsisy (Commercial Engineer) will be at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre to meet with local oil & gas actors and explore advanced decarbonization strategies.

Last month, Sixense signed a decisive agreement, furthering our commitment to enhance safety and efficiency within the mining operations in Egypt and its surrounding regions.

Egypt, with its rich mining history and abundant resources, aspires to increase the mining industry’s contribution to its economy in the coming years. In this context, Sixense ME has strategically partnered with NADA Corporation and the Egyptian National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics to amplify local awareness regarding monitoring and risk assessment.

 

Our joint mission is to provide comprehensive training, cutting-edge tools, and applications to empower local contractors and enhance safety standards within the sector. The program’s participants are expected to apply their learnings across more than ten mines nationwide.

 

At Sixense ME, we firmly believe that knowledge sharing is not merely commendable; it serves as a catalyst for change. It empowers our partners to prioritize safety, achieve cost savings, and enhance operational efficiency.

 

Our best technologies, including CYCLOPS for 3D movement measurements, 4D Bloc for real-time deformation monitoring, and InSar satellite technology for displacement monitoring, integrated within our Geoscope system, will be at the heart of this endeavor.

 

In collaboration with our partners, Sixense ME is ready to support the future of the mining industry in Egypt by fostering a safer, more efficient, and sustainable industry.

Our Country Manager, Ahmed Nada, and our Business Developer, Mirella Khalil, will be presenting a seminar about instrumentation and monitoring applications for risks and costs control in the mining sector for the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics. The event will take place on the 21st of August 2023 in the Westin Cario Golf Resort Katameya Dunes.

Sixense recently held its highly anticipated annual seminar in Le Touquet, a picturesque coastal town in northern France. This special gathering brought together 50 Sixense executives and managers, creating a perfect environment for enriching discussions, networking opportunities, and reinforcing our commitment to excellence.

These seminars serve as a platform for Sixense to embrace our international presence and seize the opportunity to strengthen our global connections further. They enable us to drive collaborative efforts worldwide while sharing projects, synergies, and best practices.

Throughout the seminar, our teams had the chance to engage in insightful conversations and get closer. We extend a special thank you to @Farid Rached, our Engineering Division Manager at Sixense Middle East, for organizing a memorable and engaging quiz night event mixing questions about music, general culture, and Sixense technical points!

We look forward to building upon the collaborative spirit and valuable connections fostered during these few days in France!

The Sixense Middle East Team wishes you and your family a happy and blessed Eid.

Corporate Iftar 2023

Like every year during Ramadan, we love to celebrate this special period with our team.

We would like to thank our sister company MENARD Middle East & Central Asia, who invited us for a corporate Iftar at Al Majlis Restaurant in Dubai last Friday.

This gathering was an opportunity for us to come together, break our fast, and strengthen the bonds that unite us as we reflected on our blessings and expressed gratitude for what we have.

We would like to extend our warmest wishes to all those who observe Ramadan!

Ramadan Kareem!

At Sixense Group, we understand that condition assessment is a crucial component of any project and an essential aspect of any maintenance plan for your buildings and surroundings. By conducting regular assessments, we help you gain a deeper understanding of your assets and make precise adjustments to your maintenance plans when necessary. This approach ensures the longevity of your buildings and helps preserve the architectural heritage of the UAE.

Our pre-condition survey allows us to evaluate the area where a new structure will be constructed, ensuring that no defects will cause issues later on in the project. We also assess the condition of the buildings around the construction site to clearly understand their condition and evaluate the potential impact of the construction on them.

Regular structural condition assessments are also necessary for existing structures, allowing for informed decisions about whether to adjust maintenance plans at an early stage, repair, or replace specific structures rather than demolish them and start anew.

Our solutions are conceived to help asset supervisors manage their buildings sustainably by identifying defects and finding solutions.

Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you keep your assets in top condition.

With the holy month of Ramadan upon us, the Sixense team would like to extend sincere wishes for a Ramadan Kareem to our employees, our clients, and our partners. May this month bring peace and harmony to all of us!

Yesterday, Dr. Brouxel Marc, our Business Development Director, presented a training on structural condition assessment and durability analysis to our specialized engineering team in the Middle East.
This training is part of our regular learning sessions aimed to continuously reinforce all our engineers’ knowledge of structural disorders, go deeper into understanding the reasons behind them, how to visualize and analyze them using the right tools and site tests appropriately.

At Sixense Middle East, we firmly believe in continuous learning and improvement to be able to offer our clients a service of the highest quality.

As part of a serie of software solutions we are currently unveiling, Beyond InSite is designed for project managers and contractors looking to streamline the performance of their work sites through digitalization.

InSite promotes collaboration between the different actors of a project, from design to document validation in the Document Management System (DMS), execution via self-check forms, and work verifications via site observations and defects management.

This solution includes the following:

• Monitoring of non-conformities and their resolution (defects management)
• Digitization of quality and safety forms (EHS audit)
• Document Management System (DMS)
• Library for forms creation and management
• Linear referencing for linear structures
• ScanSite and dashboards

By using Beyond InSite, you will gain access to a user-friendly interface accessible to all team members, resulting in improved productivity and project quality. Eliminate the need for repetitive data entry and streamline processes while ensuring data security and traceability. Additionally, users will have the autonomy to use the platform with Partner status.

When partnering with Sixense, take advantage of our newest solutions and benefit from digitization for managing your work sites.

What a success! Congratulations to all who contributed to making EGYPS – Egypt Petroleum Show 2023 such a thriving moment for the industry.

Our team had the opportunity to connect with many of you. We were impressed by the level of interest in our services, and we’re grateful to have made some interesting new contacts on various projects.

It’s always a pleasure to visit Egypt and meet with our local partners. We look forward to continuing to work together in the future!

Today marks the opening of EGYPS 2023 in Cairo, and we are thrilled to be here!

The energy sector is constantly evolving, and it’s exciting to discover the solutions and strategies currently reshaping the global energy markets.

We’ve had the opportunity to visit truly interesting booths and engage in meaningful discussions with industry leaders.

The atmosphere here is electric, and we look forward to connecting with you. We’d love to schedule a time to discuss your current projects and how we can support your activities.

Exciting news for our clients!

We are thrilled to present Beyond Asset, a management tool that helps you digitalize the information of all your assets.

Beyond Asset is a powerful tool for managing and optimizing the maintenance of your infrastructures. Using data centralization will allow you to organize and monitor:
– your infrastructure visits,
– overall asset ratings,
– and maintenance operations.

With Beyond Asset, facilitate decision-making to optimize and plan maintenance, as having real-time data on your asset condition enables operations performance, data security, and cost-saving.

Our solution is tailored to meet the specific needs of your business. It offers:
– Infrastructure tracking and intervention traceability,
– Updates from the field without re-entry,
– Business expertise in infrastructure management,
– Decision support for all your interventions,
– Automatic reporting and statistics.

When working with Sixense Group, take advantage of our digital products and benefit from digitization for your infrastructure management.

Follow us for more information on our upcoming software solutions.