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Vertical Transportation Consultancy for Developers & Asset Owners | Dunbar & Boardman
Successful developments require more than simply delivering vertical transportation systems that meet technical requirements. Developers and asset owners increasingly seek solutions that enhance user experience, optimise operational efficiency, protect long-term asset value and support future building performance.
Dunbar & Boardman provides independent Vertical Transportation Consultancy services to developers, investors, asset owners and operators across the Middle East, India and international markets, supporting projects from initial feasibility and concept planning through design, procurement, construction, handover and ongoing asset management. As an independent specialist consultancy, our focus is on helping clients make informed decisions that balance capital expenditure, operational efficiency, tenant satisfaction and lifecycle performance.
Supporting Developers Throughout the Asset Lifecycle
We work closely with developers and asset owners at every stage of the project lifecycle, providing specialist technical advice that supports successful project delivery and long-term asset performance.
Our consultancy services include:
- Vertical Transportation Strategy & Planning
- Development Feasibility Studies
- Lift Traffic Analysis & Simulation
- Elevator, Escalator & Moving Walkway Consultancy
- High-Rise Core Planning & Optimisation
- Technical Specifications & Procurement Advisory
- OEM Evaluation & Tender Assessments
- BIM Coordination & Design Reviews
- Construction Phase Technical Support
- Testing & Commissioning Advisory
- Operational Readiness & Handover Support
- Asset Audits & Condition Assessments
- Modernisation & Replacement Strategies
- Lifecycle & Asset Performance Advisory
Protecting Long-Term Asset Value
Vertical transportation systems represent a significant long-term investment and play a critical role in building performance, tenant satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Our consultancy approach helps developers and owners:
- Optimise capital investment decisions
- Improve net-to-gross building efficiency
- Enhance tenant and occupant experience
- Reduce operational and maintenance risks
- Improve equipment reliability and availability
- Support sustainability and lifecycle objectives
- Maximise long-term asset value
By engaging independent consultants early in the design process, clients benefit from objective advice that remains focused on project performance rather than equipment sales.
Experience Across Key Development Sectors
Dunbar & Boardman supports a broad range of development sectors, including:
- Commercial Towers & Corporate Headquarters
- Residential Towers & Communities
- Mixed-Use Developments
- Hospitality & Resort Projects
- Airports & Aviation Infrastructure
- Healthcare Facilities
- Cultural & Civic Developments
- Retail & Lifestyle Destinations
- Entertainment & Leisure Developments
- Large-Scale Urban Regeneration Projects
Regional Expertise
Our experience spans projects throughout:
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
- Qatar
- Kuwait
- Bahrain
- Oman
- Egypt
- India
We assist developers and asset owners in navigating local authority requirements, procurement strategies, contractor interfaces and operational considerations while maintaining alignment with international standards and project objectives.
Supporting Developers, Investors & Operators
We regularly work with:
- Developers
- Asset Owners
- Investment Funds
- Hospitality Operators
- Property Managers
- Facilities Management Teams
- Master Developers
- Public Sector Clients
- Infrastructure Owners
Our objective is to ensure that vertical transportation systems support both immediate project requirements and long-term operational success.
Framework Agreements & Long-Term Advisory Partnerships
Many developers, asset owners and master developers appoint specialist consultants under framework agreements or long-term advisory arrangements to provide consistent technical support across multiple projects and development programmes.
Dunbar & Boardman supports clients through:
- Framework Agreements
- Preferred Consultant Appointments
- Multi-Project Advisory Services
- Design Review Programmes
- Technical Assurance Services
- Portfolio-Wide Asset Reviews
- Lift Modernisation Programmes
- Façade Access Asset Management Programmes
This approach enables clients to maintain consistency across projects while benefiting from independent specialist expertise throughout the asset lifecycle.
Façade Access Consultancy
In addition to Vertical Transportation Consultancy, Dunbar & Boardman provides specialist Façade Access Consultancy services, including:
- Building Maintenance Unit (BMU) Strategy
- Façade Access Planning & Design Reviews
- BMU Technical Specifications
- Maintenance Access Assessments
- BMU Audit Services
- BMU Testing & Commissioning Advisory
- Lifecycle & Asset Management Reviews
This integrated capability enables developers and asset owners to manage both vertical transportation and façade access requirements through a single specialist consultant.
Why Dunbar & Boardman
- Independent manufacturer-neutral consultancy
- Established specialist VT consultancy since 1981
- Active across the GCC, Middle East and India
- Extensive experience supporting developers and asset owners
- Expertise in lifts, escalators, moving walkways and façade access systems
- BIM-enabled design coordination capability
- Lifecycle, audit, testing and commissioning expertise
- Proven experience across airports, hospitality, commercial, residential and mixed-use developments
Delivering Long-Term Performance
The decisions made during planning, design and procurement have a lasting impact on building operations, maintenance costs and occupant satisfaction.
Dunbar & Boardman helps developers and asset owners make informed decisions that improve building performance, reduce lifecycle risk and support long-term asset value.
By combining technical expertise, regional knowledge and independent advice, we support the successful delivery and operation of complex developments across the Middle East, India and international markets.
Representative project experience and references can be provided upon request.
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