Abu Dhabi Real Estate Market Gains Momentum - A Sign of Times to Come!ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, November 20 - In what has been the most promising news-to-date - under the current Dubai Real Estate Market Poised to Shine on Global CuesDUBAI, United Arab Emirates, November 17 - With the recession almost out of sight, global investors, from the Jeddah Based Dallah Albaraka as International Launch Client for the Jetaire Group at Dubai Air Show 2009New product designed to protect aircraft auxiliary fuel systems from catastrophic explosion, satisfies both aviation regulations and Dallah's requirements in a single, seamless package. Manheim Asia Pacific Wins 'Service Provider of the Year' at the Asia Insurance Industry AwardsDUBAI, United Arab Emirates, November 16 - Bangkok - Manheim Asia Pacific has been awarded "Service Provider of the UAE Striving for Air Traffic Control Investment, Safety and Sustainability at Gathering of Region’s ATC LeadersABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Air traffic control and aviation growth, capacity, plans and challenges will be explored and debated by regional and international ATC leaders at the ATC Global Middle East Conference, taking place in Abu Dhabi this December. SEI Named Best Funds of Hedge Funds Administrator at HFMWeek Service Provider AwardsDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - - Points to Company’s Ability to Deliver Transparency, Efficiency, And Strategic Focus Amid Increased Outsourcing Insurers Commit to Manheim Arabia in the Gulf Cooperation CouncilDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - In a major step forward for salvage remarketing in the GCC, a number of major insurers and corporate clients have selected Manheim Arabia to remarket their insurance salvage vehicles. Following an exhaustive review of salvage remarketing across the region, Manheim Arabia has invested locally to expand its specialised automotive operations and better meet the needs of the industry. IslamicAdvisory.com Launches First Online Islamic Finance CertificateDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - IslamicAdvisory.com, the world’s only Islamic finance training portal, launches the first accredited Islamic finance training certificate available 100% online, with exams starting this month for the CIFE(TM), or Certified Islamic Finance Executive(TM). Recently nominated “Best Islamic Finance Training Institution” by Islamic Business and Finance Awards, IslamicAdvisory.com rigorously tests and approves its training and certification with a team of leading scholars and bankers. Harris Corporation Expands Operations in United Arab Emirates; Names Leon Shivamber to Lead International Development TeamABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Harris Corporation (NYSE: HRS), an international communications and information technology company, is expanding its presence here with a new business development operation. SEI Doubles Private Equity Outsourcing BusinessDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - - Company’s Technology, Workflow Drive Leadership Amid Growing Outsourcing Trend Dubai Group Statement in Response to Announcement by Bank Islam Malaysia BerhadDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - “Following an earlier announcement by BIMB Holdings Berhad BHB (”Bank Islam”) with regards to its April 2009 offer for the capital increase, Dubai Group confirms that it is in the process of reviewing its strategic options relating to its stake. Bank Islam boasts strong attributes across the Asian banking sector, and the capital raise offer came in reflection of the successful transformation plan implemented by Bank Islam since 2006. However, following the reassessment of its investment strategy, Dubai Group has redirected its competitive advantage closer to home, namely the GCC and greater Middle East regions. Malaysia does remain a key market for future investments.” His Highness Sheikh Khalid, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Ras al Khaimah, Issues Statement on Arrests of Iranian-linked Terror Cell Operating in Ras Al KhaimahRAS AL KHAIMAH, United Arab Emirates - - New Media Reports Raise Troubling Questions about the Current Regime in Ras Al Khaimah and Its Increasingly Active Partnership with Iran United States Congressional Candidate Set to Make Historic Announcement from Middle EastDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - On September 14, Jeremiah Heaton, an Independent Congressional Candidate will formally announce his 2010 candidacy for United States House of Representatives, Virginia’s 9th district. OANDA Expands to Dynamic Middle East MarketDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - OANDA, an innovative foreign exchange leader that provides Internet-based forex trading and currency information services to everyone from individuals to large corporations, has formed the OANDA Middle East Corporation Ltd. and opened an office in Dubai. Paul Hayward, the managing director of OANDA Middle East Corporation, will focus on high net worth investors and institutions in the Middle East and their need for ultra competitive spreads and consistent liquidity. National Air Cargo Adds Flights From Sharjah to Hahn, GermanyDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - - Weekly flights will provide air cargo options from the Middle East to Europe and U.S. Critical Global Islamic Banking Event to be Hosted in Dubai This OctoberDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Under the Endorsement of Dubai Chamber, the World Islamic Retail Banking Conference will be held in Dubai and comes at a time when the world economy is perceived to be gradually exiting the financial crisis. There is also a marked shift occurring on the global business landscape, with Shariah compliant banking services increasingly becoming part of the banking mainstream. Rapidly Changing and Complex Threats Drive Initiatives to Bolster Survivability of Armoured Vehicle CapabilitiesABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - - Regional and International Defence Experts Meet to Discuss Design Optimization Strategies to Ensure Armoured Vehicles are Equipped to Withstand any Potential Attack Saudi Telecom Company and Dubai Shopping Festival Featured as Customer Centric Leaders in Peppers & Rogers Group’s New Executive Journal, Customer StrategistDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Peppers & Rogers Group, a global thought leader in customer-centric business strategy has just published the premiere issue of its executive journal, Customer Strategist. The publication was created to highlight customer-centric best practices from around the world. Gulf-based companies Saudi Telecom Company (STC) and the Dubai Shopping Festival Office (DSFO) are among the innovative companies featured in the debut issue. Seawings Soars on 2009 Stay-at-Home Holiday TrendDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - It is estimated that approximately one in three UAE residents will spend their summer holidays in the country in 2009 compared with one in 10 in the previous three years as cheaper deals keep residents at home. As a result, Seawings, the only seaplane tour operator in the Middle East, sees a spike in local interest in their scenic flights of the region. RAK Free Trade Zone Sees 14.5 Percent Rise in Q2 RevenueRAS AL KHAIMAH, United Arab Emirates - Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone (RAK FTZ) posted a 14.5 percent increase in revenue in the second quarter of 2009, compared to the same period in 2008. The MENA Region is Currently Developing Effective, Collaborative Partnerships to Advance Military Capability Swiftly and EconomicallyABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - International Quality and Productivity Center (IQPC), the global provider of tailored, industry-driven conferences, will be addressing the strategies on the development of effective collaborative relationships between military and the defence industry at the Defence Partnering and Alliances Middle East 2009; an exclusive a four day summit, with a two day conference, one day of interactive workshops and an exclusive site visit to the shipyards of Abu Dhabi Ship Building. Unprecedented Gathering of Renowned Soldier Modernisation Programme Managers and Researchers at Soldier Modernisation Middle East 2009, Abu DhabiABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - The 2nd Soldier Modernisation Middle East will be held from 18th to 21st October 2009 at the Armed Forces Officers Club in Abu Dhabi. Here, leading programme managers and key experts from renowned science and technology organisations will gather to update the Middle East’s key defence stakeholders on the latest findings from their trials and validations as well as innovative strategies to advance the combat capabilities of the modern soldier. Jason Bitter Appointed CEO of Air Arabia (Maroc)SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates - - Significant Step in Ongoing Integration of Air Arabia Group The Second International Festival of Falconry: Abu Dhabi to Lobby for the Preservation of FalconryABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - The second International Festival of Falconry will play a central role in Abu Dhabi’s global initiative to campaign for the preservation of falconry. Sponsored by the Emirates Falconers’ Club, the festival takes place at the Englefield Estate, in the United Kingdom, from the 11-12 July. Global Strategies Group Strengthens its Worldwide Senior Management TeamDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Global Strategies Group (GLOBAL) has further strengthened its worldwide senior management team as it continues to grow its Integrated Security line of business for clients operating in challenging environments. The move demonstrates the Group’s commitment to the delivery of world-class integrated security solutions alongside the significant capability of its defence technology line of business. Panasonic Expands VIERA Range of Flat Panel TV’s for Growing Middle East MarketDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - - VIERA Consumers Now Benefit from Full Time Full HD, SD Card Slots for Immediate Playback and Exclusive Japanese Manufactured Panels; - Smart Networking Takes Precedence in Middle East Homes, Says Senior Panasonic Executives Regional Dignitaries Unveil Long-Term Goals for Their Nuclear Programmes at Middle East Nuclear Energy Summit 2009, DubaiDUBAI , United Arab Emirates - IQPC’s Middle East Nuclear Energy Summit 2009 (4th - 7th October, Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai) brings together leading regional dignitaries and industry luminaries, as well as international experts to discuss critical strategies for the advancement of the dialogue towards the efficient, effective and safe development of nuclear energy in the region. /C O R R E C T I O N — IQPC Middle East/DUBAI , United Arab Emirates - In the news release, “Regional Dignitaries Unveil Long-Term Goals for Their Nuclear Programmes at Middle East Nuclear Energy Summit 2009, Dubai” issued on 2 Jul 2009 06:00 GMT, by IQPC Middle East over PR Newswire, we are advised by a representative of the company that the email address for Stacey Cross should read stacey.cross@iqpc.ae and not stacey.cross@iqpc.com as originally issued inadvertently. Hozpitality.com Launches Dedicated Hospitality Networking Website www.hozpitalityplus.comDUBAI , United Arab Emirates - Hozpitality.com, region’s first dedicated hospitality career website launched “Hozpitalityplus.com” as a part of their expansion program today in Dubai. United Arab Emirates Wins International Renewable Energy Agency HeadquartersABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - - Abu Dhabi’s Masdar City, the world’s first carbon-neutral, zero-waste city, to house IRENA’s headquarters Middle East Growth: Baker Botts Opens Abu Dhabi Office; Triples Lawyer HeadcountDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - - Firm Adds Partners in Dubai, Abu Dhabi; Upgrades, Expands Office Space in Region Economic Meltdown Temporarily Restrains Growth in the Middle East Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Markets, Finds Frost & SullivanDUBAI, United Arab Emirates - The market for water and wastewater treatment equipment in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries experienced rapid growth during 2008 driven by huge investments in infrastructure, real estate, petrochemicals, oil and gas and other sectors. However, the sub-prime mortgage crisis that hit western economies changed the business climate and there was a considerable decline in demand for most commodities. Crude oil prices plummeted to about $50 per barrel from a historic high of $145 per barrel, making investors wary of funding new projects. Grand Stores Launches Mega DSS PromotionDUBAI , United Arab Emirates - In keeping with the times, Grand Stores offers its customers real value for money deals this summer*. Cognizant Helps National Health Insurance Company, Daman, Increase Market Share and Enhance Customer ExperienceABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, TEANECK, New Jersey and CHENNAI, India - - Builds the Middle East’s First Online Health Insurance Portal to Help Daman’s Customers Meet Their Health Insurance Needs Online UAE First Country to Ratify IRENA StatuteABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Leaders from five continents back UAE’s offer to world’s first international renewable energy agency |
