LindbergMTL

Décevant, surtout sur un terrain qui permet d'aller beaucoup plus haut non?

C'est leur bonne habitude de nous surprendre avec des projets sortis de nulle part. On aime ça! Pour ce qui est de la qualité architecturale, on se ferme les yeux et on croise les doigts...

Regarde le building de la CDP, je pense que c'est similaire.

Pas sur que j'aime le verre noir pour ce projet. C'est un interessant echo a la tour de la bourse (y-a-t-il encore une bourse dans ce building?), mais il fait ressortir les longues dalles de beton qui l'entourent, le rendant moins elegant. J'espere que ce beton sera de belle allure. Sent from my SCH-I500

C'est un style utilitaro-fonctionnel. Je ne vois pas grand effort d'apporter un certain élément de beauté ou d'intérêt. Une corniche? Des alcoves? Non, rien de cela. On n'exige pas assez. Ca fait des années qu'on le dit. Mais, la vie de quartier reprend des airs d'aller grâce à ce projet, donc, exigeons une plus belle architecture pour les futurs projets, dont celui d'en face, qui s'en vient.

Je comprends ta frustration Habsfan. Pour moi, ce plafond est un symbole du nivellement vers le bas. Il sera fracassé un jour ou l'autre.

Mon point c'est que l'entreprise privée se doit d'investir plus dans ces arénas. Ca n'a pas de sens que vous les contribuables payez une aussi forte portion de la facture.

Le gouvernement du QC (vous autres) investit $46 millions dans l'affaire. Ca me semble pas mal élevé, pas vous?

Wow, dejà? Impressionnant et superbe nouvelle! Pas de nouvelles de l'Icone?

Tres sympa ce projet!

Peut-on vraiment le dire avec "certitude"?

The decade of the CIVETS A guide to the fast-rising economies of Colombia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Egypt, Turkey and South Africa By: Deborah StokesFrom: Business without BordersDate: Monday May 7th, 2012 Global Issues tab active 1 Comment tab inactive Related Articles The past decade was all about the BRICs, the massive economies of Brazil, Russia, India and China, which kicked off at the beginning of the new century, boomed and are now slowing like the rest of the developed world. Taking their place is a new group of fast-rising economies promising businesses outsized returns. The next decade could belong to the CIVETS – Colombia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Egypt, Turkey and South Africa – whose rising middle class, young populations and rapid growth rates make the BRICs look dull in comparison. “The BRICs are yesterday’s news,” said Professor Jerry Haar, director of the Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center at Florida International University in Miami. Hardly emerging economies anymore – China is the world’s second largest economy and Brazil will take seventh place this year – that their pace would slow down was inevitable. Now more connected by trade to the developed economies, the BRICs are feeling the same slowdown effects as the developed economies. And, in the case of China and Brazil, they are also wrestling with the strains of their rapid ascensions. Real estate bubbles, currency control issues and hyper-wage inflation are sending global companies elsewhere for growth. Brazil is forecast to grow a mere 3% this year. China, while still targeting a strong GDP growth rate of 7-8% in 2012, is well off its double-digit rates of the past decade. Russia, meanwhile, which can’t kick its dependency on oil exports and endured the retrograde re-election of Vladimir Putin, may grind out 3.2% growth this year. India is also slowing, with a GDP target of 6.9% growth in 2012, a sharp decline from its 2010 pace of 9.6%. The CIVETS, meanwhile, are at the lift-off point. The six countries in the group are posting growth rates higher than 5% — with the exception of Egypt and South Africa – and are trending upwards. Lacking the size and heft of the BRICs, these upstarts nevertheless offer a more dynamic population base, with the average age being 27, soaring domestic consumption and more diverse opportunities for businesses seeking international expansion. The roads into newly emerging markets are never easily navigated, however, and high growth comes with high risk. With data from the World Bank Doing Business 2012 report and the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Go Tool, we present you with a guide to the CIVETS: The highs, the lows and what you need to know: COLOMBIA By the numbers GDP: 5.8% (2011); 4.9% (2012) FDI: $14.8 billion (up from $6.9 billion in 2010); $16B (2012) Highs A number of key reforms under President Juan Manuel Santos are taking place, including tackling security issues and rebuilding the country’s decrepit infrastructure. The government passed a 10-year, $55 billion infrastructure investment plan, about half of which will come from private-sector investment. Colombia moved up five points on the World Bank Doing Business 2012 rankings, from 47th to 42nd spot, as a result of three improvements: It has reduced the cost of starting a business by eliminating the upfront payment of a commercial license fee; it has introduced an electronic filing system for corporate taxes; and has simplified the process around resolving insolvencies. Lows According to the EIU’s survey of global businesses, security remains the No. 1 risk to doing business in Colombia. Other key concerns are the complexity of taxes and poor infrastructure. And, as in other Latin American nations, corruption and inefficiency are endemic in Colombia. Need to know Overall, the Latin American country of 46 million people has come a long way from the years when insecurity kept investors away and led to talent fleeing the country. The government is winning the war with the FARC guerillas, whose position has considerably weakened. While focused on fixing internal problems, Colombia is also looking outward, signing an ambitious round of free-trade agreements with developed countries, including the United States. The U.S. pact goes into effect May 15. Key opportunities for businesses are in the areas of consumer goods, conventional and alternative energy, mining and infrastructure construction. INDONESIA By the numbers GDP 6.46% (2011); 5.9% (2012) FDI $18.18 billion (2011); $17B (2012); $20B (2013) Highs The big story in Indonesia is its expanding middle class. Expected to triple in size by 2014, the country is being touted as the next great boom market in Asia, after China and India. Indonesia’s increasingly confident consumers have passed $3,000 GDP per capita, the benchmark beyond which people start to have real money to spend. As a result, foreign direct investment is pouring into Indonesia. It jumped 30% to a record $5.6 billion in the first three months of the year, and is showing no signs of slowing. In 2013, FDI is forecast to reach $20 billion Lows Indonesia declined a few notches on the World Bank’s Doing Business 2012 ranking, and now sits at 129th spot. Some of the roadblocks for businesses include such basics as the length of time it takes to get electricity: an average of 108 days. According to the EIU, top concerns for global businesses are government effectiveness, regulatory issues and infrastructure. Lack of a skilled workforce is also a problem in Indonesia. Need to know Indonesia has become a hot prospect for foreign businesses because of the sheer number of potential consumers. With 230 million people, it is the fourth-most populous country in the world. Wealth is rising, along with demand for luxury goods. One worrisome trend is the government’s recent shift to protectionist policies. For example, foreign investors must now divest themselves of 51% of ownership in local mines to local entities by the 10th year of operation. Indonesia’s mining sector is one of the top recipients of FDI, followed by transportation and telecommunications. VIETNAM By the numbers GDP 5.9% (2011); 5.7% (2012); 7.0% (2013) FDI $7.9 billion (2011); $8.05B (2012); $11.06B (2013) Highs According to the EIU, security risks are a non-issue in the Communist country, however, corruption is endemic and regulatory systems are opaque and a challenge to navigate. “Vietnam’s membership in the World Trade Organization, which took effect in early 2007, has resulted in measures to liberalize trade and investment, and these will serve to make the operating environment more predictable,” says the EIU’s country report on Vietnam. Lows Vietnam also dropped on the World Bank’s Doing Business 2012 ranking, to 98th spot, from 90th the previous year. The country did make one notable improvement, in the area of strengthening investor protection, by demanding higher standards of accountability by company directors. Need to know Like other Asian nations, Vietnam is seeing a growing middle class now able to afford the purchase of more consumer goods and luxury items. Of course, that means wages are also rising. Still, Vietnam wages are 35-45% cheaper than China’s, and the country is attracting foreign manufacturers turned off by rising costs in China. Vietnam’s Communist Party has a strong grip on the country, which means a stable political environment. The government is also showing an increasingly open attitude to foreign investment and business-friendly policies, including tax breaks for priority industries such as high-tech, education and healthcare. EGYPT By the numbers GDP 1.78% (2011); 1.6% (2012); 5.20% (2013) FDI $0.66 billion (2011); $3.15B (2012); $6.93B (2013) Highs With a young, aspiring population, and a relatively benign transition from the corrupt rule of President Hosni Mubarak compared with other Arab Spring uprisings, Egypt is poised to embark on a period of fast growth. Lows Egypt’s political instability as it transitions to a democracy remains high. The outcome of the year-long election is far from certain, and this has led to a major drop off in foreign investment. Egypt’s economy is virtually at a standstill as businesses wait licensing, approvals and other direction from a dismantled government. Need to know Once Egypt’s political situation stabilizes following the presidential elections, a more motivated diaspora is expected to drive dramatic economic growth. The country’s youth bulge is being eyed by Western businesses as a potentially lucrative market for consumer goods. As well, expectations are for massive government spending to live up to election promises. TURKEY By the numbers GDP 7.9% (2011); 3.5% (2012) FDI $15.73 billion (2011); $15B (2012); $18.5B (2013) Highs Straddling the Middle East and Europe, Turkey has been a shining star in both worlds. It is one of the few European economies seeing growth, and one of the few politically stable Middle Eastern countries. Turkey has moved up on the World Bank’s Doing Business 2012 ranking, to 71st spot, thanks to improvements in the length of time it takes to start a business (6 days), and by reducing corporate taxes by lowering social security contributions. Lows According to the EIU, the top concern for global businesses is government effectiveness. Although Turkey’s regulatory environment has improved, its legal process is slow and unpredictable. Need to know Turkey has enjoyed a coming out period economically as well as politically as it asserts itself on the diplomatic scene in the Middle East. The question now is whether it can sustain its strong position. Rapid economic growth is slowing in Turkey, and some strains are showing on its political front. Still, it remains a very attractive market for businesses with its access to European and the Middle Eastern markets, as well as a young, educated, upper middle-income domestic population. Key areas of opportunity include consumer goods, technology and energy. SOUTH AFRICA By the numbers GDP 3.1% (2011); 2.3% (2012); 3.7% (2013) FDI $5.62 billion (2011); $4B (2012); $5.24B (2013) Highs The EIU report on South Africa is positive and notes a fairly good physical infrastructure, sound macroeconomic policy, developed legal and taxation systems and a strong civil society. The country also rates high on the World Bank’s Doing Business 2012 rankings, in number 35 spot, with improvements over the past year in the length of time to start a business (19 days), resolving insolvencies and to rules around registering property. Lows South Africa’s export economy has been hit by the slowdowns in Europe and the United States. According to the EIU, it also suffers from some structural issues that hinder growth, such as rigid labor markets and high crime levels. The country is currently struggling with a 23.9% unemployment rate. Need to know As one of the wealthier and more advanced African economies, South Africa is a good stepping stone to the continent for businesses. Foreign companies are looking to South Africa as a test market for rolling out products and services to the region, as well as a source of partners to ease their expansion into other African nations. The country’s young and modern population – average age is 19 — has become a hot prospect for Western consumer goods companies, including retailers such as Gap Inc. and Wal-Mart. Opportunities for businesses are also expected to take off in areas such as construction and transportation. The ANC government under President Jacob Zuma has announced a $39 billion infrastructure spending program to boost private-sector investment and job creation. **All By the Numbers figures are from the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Opportunity Tool available to Business without Borders’ members. The tool covers 55 countries where U.S. companies are most likely to trade or expand, and provides data on as many as 385 products or services. http://www.businesswithoutborders.com/industries/others-industries/the-decade-of-the-civets/#article

Je serais (agreablement) surpris s'ils le faisaient. Sent from my SCH-I500

A cote' d'une grosse bouche d'aeration? Sent from my SCH-I500

Pour clarifier, il n.y aura pas de projet autre que ce ventilateur? Ou pourra-t-on y integrer un autre batiment? Sent from my SCH-I500

Oui et autre facteur important, la majorite' des francais qui debarquent a Montreal ont vu et etudie' les Tetes a Claques! Sent from my SCH-I500

Je connais un jeune français qui arrive de Paris après avoir passé un bon bout de temps chez Ubisoft India. Ca fait des années qu'il prépare son arrivée à Montréal. Il prend ça très au sérieux, veut démarrer son entreprise. Bref, si les québécois laissaient tomber un peu plus leur méfiance et insécurité envers les immigrants (i.e. maudits français... maudits immigrants qui parlent pas ma langue...), la condition économique des québécois changera pour le mieux de façon majeure. Ils sont articulés, éduqués, sophistiqués, ont des connexions qui s'étendent bien au-delà de la France. La bonne nouvelle c'est que les jeunes français sont beaucoup plus cool et moins arrogants que leurs prédécesseurs. Ils sont beaucoup plus humbles et sont loin de penser que la France est le modèle à suivre, loin de là.

Oui c'est de bonne augure mais... j'ai vu trop souvent de jeunes français arriver au Québec et s'intégrer avec d'autres français. Trop peu de liens tissés avec des Canadiens/Québécois. Ils ne se sentent jamais chez eux et se tannent de l'hiver québécois. Ils retournent en France ou partent pour Vancouver.

Une occasion de developper tout un ecosysteme de fournisseurs de produits et services pour l'aviation! Sent from my SCH-I500

Wow! Pour une fois, un angle qui rassemble toutes les grandes tours. Plus les magnidiques buildings anciens en avant-plan. Sent from my SCH-I500

Ville Mont-Royal?

Cote des Neiges vers le centre-ville ou bedon cote Saint-Luc?

En fait, je me suis souvent dit que des lasers devraient etre installés en plus des spots pour un effet encore plus unique. Au moins pendant Montréal en lumière.

Je crois que les spots de la PVM sont à angle vers le haut. Alors pour que ça touche une structure non loin, faudrait qu'elle soit pas mal haute. Mais tu pose une bonne question dans le fond: ca prendrait quelle hauteur pour un building voisin pour qu'il soit balayé par les lumières de la PVM?

En passant, Jeffrey Loria, ca vous rappelle quelque chose? (un petit gout amer dans la bouche...) Reviewing Marlins Deal, Selig Expresses Caution By BEN STRAUSS ROSEMONT, Ill. — Two days after the Miami Marlins shocked their fans and the baseball world by announcing a trade that purged their roster of large salaries and much of its talent, Commissioner Bud Selig weighed in. “I want to think about all of it, and I want to review everything,” Selig said. “I want to be my usual painstaking, cautious, slow, conservative self in analyzing it. There’s a lot of variables here.” Speaking after two days of meetings with team owners at a hotel near Chicago, Selig said that the trade — which would send Jose Reyes, Josh Johnson, Mark Buehrle and others to the Toronto Blue Jays for role players and prospects — had not yet been officially presented to him, but that he was weighing it. The trade comes less than a year after Marlins Park opened in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood, with taxpayers picking up most of the $515 million cost. Critics have said that the financial commitment by the city and Miami-Dade County has not been reciprocated by the team. Despite the outcry, Selig gave no indication that he had plans to block the trade, saying there was no such precedent. In 1976, Bowie Kuhn, then the commissioner, vetoed the Oakland Athletics’ attempt to send Vida Blue to the Yankees and Joe Rudi and Rollie Fingers to the Boston Red Sox. But Charles O. Finley, the A’s owner, was trying to sell his players, not trade them for other players, so the situation was different from the Marlins’ trade. Selig also made an effort to defend the deal. He said he talked to two independent “baseball people” who thought the Marlins did “very well” with the prospects they received from the Blue Jays. “Clubs have to make their own decisions, and that’s not up to the commissioner,” Selig said. Still, a sense of betrayal exists in Miami after the team’s owner, Jeffrey Loria, promised a new way forward for the former Florida Marlins with a new stadium, new uniforms and a new name last year. He delivered on it by spending $106 million on Reyes last winter and millions more on the free agents Buehrle and Heath Bell, a reliever who was traded last month. With the latest deal, however, the Marlins signaled a probable return to minuscule payrolls. “I am aware of the anger, I am,” Selig said. “The questions are fair about the Marlins’ fans. I want you to know that. It’s a subject that I’m extremely sensitive about.” He added, “I am very protective of this sport.” Other small-market owners were reluctant to say where they stood on the pending trade. “Every team makes their own decision on how they handle things,” said Mark Attanasio, owner of the Milwaukee Brewers. “They’re choosing to retool.” Stuart Sternberg, whose Tampa Bay Rays have helped upend the conventional wisdom that small-market teams with small payrolls cannot compete, spoke of the plight facing his team and the Marlins. “You can’t sustain success as a small-market team,” he said. “You do the best you can.” BACK WITH A BANG Manny Ramirez homered on the first pitch he saw in the Dominican Republic winter league. Thousands of fans stood and cheered as Ramirez came to bat Wednesday night for the Cibao Eagles. He then drove a ball over the right-field fence. The Eagles lost, 3-2, to the Escogido Lions. Ramirez was released from his minor league contract with the Athletics in June after serving a second 50-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball’s drug policy. (AP) http://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/16/sports/baseball/bud-selig-gives-no-indication-he-will-block-marlins-trade.html