Khansaheb Sykes Blog

Khansaheb Sykes relocates to larger Abu Dhabi premises following success

Posted Date 08/01/2021

We are very happy to announce the continued expansion of our Middle Eastern presence by moving into a significantly bigger and more modern facility based in the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

This move is indicative of the remarkable progress we have made in the region over the last few years and supported by a substantial investment that will hopefully allow us to enjoy further development in the near future.

Despite these uncertain times, our businesses has continued on a trajectory of sustained growth which has prompted the requirement for a larger premises. read more

Dewatering pumps sale aids humanitarian and development initiatives in Yemen

Posted Date 09/09/2020

For many years, Khansaheb Sykes has taken great pride in helping to improve the well-being of Yemeni citizens by working alongside the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS).

Revered as a national service provider, technical advisor and implementer of a wide range of lifechanging initiatives, UNOPS has led countless infrastructural and procurement schemes to stimulate sustainable development in emerging nations.

One of the more recent projects included the restoration and enhancement of Yemen’s water and sanitisation, which has been adversely affected as a result of the country’s international conflicts. read more

Abu Dhabi petroleum company purchases dewatering solution

Posted Date 11/08/2020

At Khansaheb Sykes, we are known for the quality of our equipment and the range of solutions available for customers to hire and purchase.

These factors, combined with the professionalism of our engineers, are among the reasons we are the go-to choice for clients across a broad spectrum of industries – including the oil and gas sector.

Last month, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) contacted us looking to buy a pump that could be used as a dewatering mechanism as and when required.

We proposed a Sykes hydraulic submersible unit complete with an H100S wet end, highlighting some of the benefits offered by this particular pump. Often used as an alternative to diesel driven pumps, this Hydraset is ideal for locations where a power source is unavailable or where low noise operation is essential. read more

Government Department buys pumps following recommendation from client

Posted Date 17/07/2020

At Khansaheb Sykes, we are renowned for providing customers with effective dewatering solutions and proposing the right equipment for each individual project.

This expertise has allowed us to work with customers from a broad range of industries including construction, marine, utilities and many more.

Our reputation as industry leaders has allowed us to develop commercial relationships with various major customers, including a prominent government entity that has approved us as their preferred pumps supplier. read more

International logistics company purchases dewatering pumps

Posted Date 15/07/2020

We recently agreed the sale of three UVO 150/100E dewatering pumps to a major logistics company seeking permanent equipment to assist with a long-term development overseas. Our client specifically approached Khansaheb Sykes with the intention of purchasing a pumping solution, having previously used our services on other occasions.

They specialise in overseeing maritime services, port terminal operations and cargo provisions and required a pumping solution to assist with a major project in Somaliland. read more

Construction company seeks Khansaheb Sykes pumping solution for infrastructural project

Posted Date 10/04/2020

When a contractor sought a reliable dewatering pump arrangement to provide surface and sub-surface drainage management on a site in Dubai, they got in touch with us. For decades, Khansaheb Sykes has partnered customers from a multitude of industries and provided our extensive expertise in groundwater control whenever it is required.

On this occasion, our client was looking for a dewatering solution as part of a wider infrastructure works package which also involved controlling storm water drainage network levels. With the unique specifications of this project in mind, eight GP200M units were selected because of their aptitude for delivering in excess of 130 litres per second over distances of up to 1,100 metres. read more

Dubai government department purchases 22 Sykes Pumps from Khansaheb Sykes

Posted Date 06/04/2020

At Khansaheb Sykes, we’re known for both the quality of our pumps and the speed with which we can supply them when a client has a requirement.

As the Middle East’s go-to dewatering pump company since the 1970s, we have decades of experience when it comes to delivering pumping solutions to high profile customers across the region.

This capability was recently demonstrated once again when a local government department in Dubai sought a total of 22 dewatering pumps. The sale of 12 Sykes GP150M and 10 Sykes GP200M general purpose pumps was agreed, with their immediate availability enabling the transaction to be completed almost instantly. read more

COVID-19 update

Posted Date 25/03/2020

The health and wellbeing of our customers and staff remains our highest priority.

We are continuing to observe the latest developments relating to the COVID-19 virus and are taking the necessary actions to provide our staff and customers with the best solutions to the changing situation. Many of our staff are now working from home and we are ensuring that deliveries and site visits are carried out as safely as possible.

We have a large stock of dewatering pumps and associated accessories available for rental or sale, along with specialist HVAC equipment, air conditioners, ventilation fans, dehumidifiers and chillers for larger applications provided by our sister company Andrews Sykes Climate Rental. read more

Khansaheb Sykes’ dewatering increases its footprint in the Middle East

Posted Date 05/03/2020

We are delighted to add an additional depot location in Dubai following a substantial investment in our Middle Eastern operations. Our new depot has been strategically selected to improve our service across Dubai and allows us to quickly reach customers based in Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and other parts of the United Arab Emirates.

In recent years, Khansaheb Sykes has provided pumping solutions for major deep well dewatering and wellpoint dewatering projects across the city. Our growing reputation within the region has prompted the need for a larger depot and additional yard space to accommodate an expanding rental fleet. read more

Heaviest rainfall since 1996 necessitates Khansaheb Sykes’ help in UAE

Posted Date 07/02/2020

Heavy downpours across the United Arab Emirates have brought much of the country to a standstill, breaking a 24-year record for rainfall in the region. The impact has been so severe that the Ministry of Infrastructure Development has allocated 20 task forces to monitor the situation, with people fearing for their businesses and livelihoods.

A spokesman for the federal authority explained: “The teams have been assigned to deal with three main tasks, which include the drainage of waterlogged roads, removing mud and heavy debris, as well as repairing roads that may have been damaged by the rain.” read more