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Gurjit Jhuti Wood appointed Middle East Leader

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Charlotte S Charlotte Fernández UKIMEA Press Office,Leeds
6 March 2017

Arup has announced the appointment of Gurjit Wood as Middle East Group Leader.

Gurjit, who has led a number of significant aviation programmes, will step up from her current leadership of the UK, Middle East and Africa's Airport Development team to lead Arup’s business in the Middle East.

Arup has a strong presence in the Middle East, with over 130 technical experts. The firm has delivered ground-breaking projects in the region including Al Bahr Towers, Guggenheim Museum and Operational Readiness at Dubai Airports. Arup continues to work across a diverse range of areas, with current projects including Midfield Terminal Building at Abu Dhabi International Airport and Jumeirah Central Master Plan.

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Gurjit's appointment is excellent news for Arup’s Middle East business. She brings with her a wealth of experience, leadership expertise and technical capability. She has a collaborative working style and a can-do attitude that benefits clients and Arup teams. ” Alan Belfield Alan Belfield Chair

Gurjit Jhuti Wood has been appointed as Middle East Leader
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I am excited about the possibilities this new role brings - the Middle East is an innovative region with a myriad of opportunities that align to Arup's values to shape a better world. The team are already involved in a number of buildings, infrastructure and operational projects that support our clients to develop their businesses and I look forward to help deliver continued innovation and growth whilst challenging and engaging our teams. ” Gurjit Wood Gurjit Wood Former Director, UKIMEA Aviation Leader

 Gurjit will be joining an established and experienced leadership team in the Middle East including Paul Dunne (Major Integrated Projects), Andy Scholes (Buildings), Joe Strydom (Infrastructure) and Neil Walmsley (Planning).