Moffatt & Nichol has established a new office in the Middle East, expanding its regional portfolio of projects in the ports and water sectors. Paul Curwen, Middle East and Africa (MEA) Ports and Maritime Director, will lead the team in the region, the company said.

The Abu Dhabi team will provide clients with in-depth technical expertise, sustainable and innovative solutions, and strategic advisory services. Moffatt & Nichol’s business in the region is centred around three core practice areas – water, ports, and commercial advisory. The team will leverage Moffatt & Nichol’s global expertise to deliver projects effectively.

Moffatt & Nichol MEA Ports and Maritime Director Paul Curwen said, “Moffatt & Nichol has a long history of working with clients throughout the Middle East, and it is hugely exciting to be expanding our global real estate footprint into the region. This represents our commitment to clients throughout the Middle East, where we’ll bring our global expertise to help drive innovative design in the ports and water sectors.”

Moffatt & Nichol’s clients span the ports, water, energy, and development sectors, as well as advising financial institutions and ports and terminal clients, with notable projects including Dubai Harbour.

The new office is based on Corniche Road in Abu Dhabi. The planning for the office expansion into the Middle East has been strategically underway for some time, reflecting a clear long-term vision, the firm said.