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DUBAI MUSIC SCHOOL PROMOTES BREAST CANCER AWARENESS AT LAMCY PLAZA Dubai Music School students performed to promote Breast Cancer awareness at Lamcy Plaza.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: amcy Plaza, a community mall under Lals Group in association with Dubai Music School presented a gala evening in their premises to promote Breast Cancer Awareness on Thursday, 30th October, 2014.Young children from the School took centre stage at the mall as they sang and performed to promote the sole cause of B r e a s t Cancer.

Founder a n d Director of the school, Glen Perry too was present at the event showcasing his support towards the cause. A music composer & song writer by profession, Glen directed the performance lead by the children.Dressed up in an all pink attire, to promote the cause of the most common cancer in women, the children sang upbeat tracks on a platform decked in pink décor and lustrous pink lights.Mr. Tim Jones, COO of Lamcy Plaza and Arabian Center supported the

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EXPO 2020 DUBAI HIGHER COMMITTEE UPDATES BUREAU INTERNATIONAL DES EXPOSITIONS Expo 2020 Preparation and Legacy Plans shared with BIE Executive Committee

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: oday, Expo 2020 Dubai shared its preliminary plans, priorities and governance with the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), the intergovernmental organization in charge of overseeing the organisation of World and International Expos, as part of Dubai’s ongoing registration as the 2020 World Expo host city.This was the second of many updates required for the official registration of the first Expo to be staged in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA).His Excellency Khalifa Al Zaffin, Executive Chairman of Dubai Aviation City Corporation (DACCP) and Member of the Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee, shared an update on the newly created Expo 2020 Bureau. The Bureau - established by decree 30/2014 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Ruler of Dubai - has the mandate to oversee the preparation and delivery of the Expo through

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coordinating and planning with national and international stakeholders, formalizing key programming, and setting up critical governance structures. His Excellency also presented an overview of the Expo 2020 Dubai site’s positioning and legacy, highlighting its strategic placement within Dubai and the UAE, especially in context of Dubai World Central - the world's first purpose-built aerotropolis.Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, the UAE's Minister of State, Managing Director of the

Dubai Expo 2020 Higher Committee and Director General of Dubai Expo 2020 Bureau, remarked: “We are pleased to continue

awareness campaign and said, “Breast Cancer is an issue of concern and should be addressed. Lals Malls Management support programmes that aid the wellness of the community and are proud and humbled to have associated with the Breast Cancer Awareness programme at Lamcy Plaza.The audience

applauded the young p e r f o r m e r s ’ e ff o r t s t o entertain as well as educate as they reiterated the important message of early detection of the Cancer through their performance.

The aspiring musicians successfully managed to fulfil the purpose of the activity to unite the shoppers and mall visitors to emphasize the idea of regular screening in order to detect breast cancer early and assist in healing.

“CAPTURE” RETURNS a photography platform for professional and emerging photographers to work closely with the BIE and to share with them our plans for the delivery of this momentous event. We are confident these plans will allow us to successfully achieve our vision and goals to produce a meaningful Expo for our country, region and global community.His Excellency Khalifa Al Zaffin commented,delivering a successful and effective World Expo 2020 is a complex operation including creating meaningful content, building a highly functional location, and involving our global community. It is growing in a strong and sustainable manner in terms of trade, logistics and residential interest.BIE Secretary General, Vicente Gonzalez Loscertales, who was joined at the meeting by BIE Executive Committee memb e rs, added th a t “planning an Expo that celebrates a community as well as educates the world on issues that will have significant influence on the future of our global cultures and economies, is an enormous undertaking. It is the mission of the BIE to provide continual support for host cities to ensure that the Expo experience is truly unique and strengthens the community.”

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: CAPTURE”, an interactive platform for professional and emerging photographers, returns. The initiative is a call out to UAE photographers to participate in a 2-day seminar with interactive sessions for professional a n d e m e r g i n g photographers. Designed to unite the industry for dialogue and information exchange, the event will be held at Light House Studio in Al Quoz, on 24th & 25th

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and is open to the general public however prior registration is a required.Photography is a growing sector across the globe; we initiated “CAPTURE” to bring professionals to share ideas and information to wider audience. With constant development of techniques and new equipment it is important to create an industry space for conversation. “CAPTURE” allows dialogue for professionals and emerging photographers in a casual setting.” said Rahma Himid,

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BUSINESSMAN AND PHILANTHROPIST KHALAF AHMAD AL HABTOOR TO RECEIVE AN INTERNATIONAL AWARD IN WASHINGTON

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: r. Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor will be honoured by the National Council on U.S.Arab relations at the 23rd Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference in Washington DC next week.The Council will present its Global Humanitarian and Business Achievement Award to Dr. Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor in recognition of his leadership in education, philanthropy, and building bridges between East and West. Former U.S. Congressman, the Honorable Paul Findley will be receiving the award from the National Council Founding President and C E O D r. J o h n D u k e Anthony on Dr. Al Habtoor’s behalf. Mr. Findley is a longtime personal friend of Dr. Al Habtoor.I am pleased to receive this award from such a prestigious organisation. It is important that we work hard to strengthen relations between the East and West and break down the barriers that have been created following a rise in extremism. Through organisation like the National Council on U.S.Arab Relations we can f o s t e r a b e t t e r understanding between the American people and the Arab world,” said Dr. Al H a b t o o r. T h e t w o - d a y conference, which commences on Tuesday October 28, 2014, has gathered internationally renowned specialists to analyze, discuss and debate issues of overarching importance to the American and Arab people’s needs, concerns, interests and key foreign policy objectives. The 23rd Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference, ‘Framing and Charting the Region’s Issues, Interests, Challenges, and Opportunities: Implications for Arab and U.S. Policies,’ will take place at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington DC. The

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National Council on U.S.Arab Relations, founded in 1983, is an American nonprofit, non-governmental, educational organisation dedicated to improving American knowledge and understanding of the Arab world. From its offices in Washington, D.C., and through the alumni of its

educational programs spread all across the United States, the National Council works with sister organizations to share resources and maximise effectiveness.The award comes fresh on the heels of another prestigious award received by the Al Habtoor Group Chairman earlier in the month. Al Habtoor delivered a keynote speech, Righting the Wrongs: Democracy and Human Rights, and was honoured with the first ever Lifetime Achievement Award at the C3 U.S.-Arab Summit’s annual conference at the Union League Club in New York City in recognition of his long-term contribution to regional peace, prosperity, philanthropy and support towards building a better understanding between East and West.

Dr. Al Habtoor has been at the forefront of a series of initiatives to improve education in the United States on issues in the Arab world. This support was most recently tipified by the launch of a new Pathways to Peace initiative at Illinios College in Jacksonville Illinios.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: u LIVE presents Anne Curtis “AnneKapal” The Forbidden Concert Round 2 Tour LIVE in Dubai. The anticipation for Anne Curtis first concert set for the 7th of November

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Architecture and Landscape, Portrait, Street, Art Photography etc and the latest advances in equipment and techniques, to name but a few. The symposium is free of charge

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he National Council on US-Arab Relations has honoured Khalaf A h m a d A l H a b t o o r, Chairman, Al Habtoor Group with an international Award.

The Global Humanitarian and Business Achievement Award, was presented to the Honourable Paul Findley on Mr. Al Habtoor’s behalf at the 23rd annual Arab-US Policymakers Conference in

National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations we can foster a b e t t e r understandi ng between t h e American people and the Arab world.The National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations, founded in 1983, is an American non-profit, non-

Washington DC. The event took place on October 28-29 2014 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center.The annual two-day conference, titled ‘Framing and Charting the Region’s Issues, Interests, Challenges, and Opportunities: Implications for Arab and US Policies,’ saw a record number of attendees – exceeding 1,200 people on both days.The National Council Founding President and CEO Dr. John Duke Anthony paid tribute to Al Habtoor’s international attainments, recognising his leadership in education, philanthropy and building bridges between East and West.Upon receiving the award, Al Habtoor’s friend, the former Congressman Hon. Paul Findley said,Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor is a giant among a small group of men whose vision and determination created today’s Dubai; the wonder city of the modern world.He added that Mr Al Habtoor is a powerful force in education, philanthropy and anti-poverty endeavours, “He knows how to make money and he knows how to spend it wisely for the benefit of humanity.Al Habtoor said,I am pleased to receive this award from such a prestigious organisation. Through organisations like the

govern mental, educati o n a l organis ation dedicat ed to improvi n g America

large Tagalog-speaking diaspora here in Dubai and our aim is to bring the

2014 at the Zabeel Park Amphitheatre, bears testimony to the rising Filipino population in Dubai and across the UAE. Supported by Vhong Navarro and James Reid, “ The Forbidden Concert Round 2” the “AnneKapal” will illuminate the city with music to revive the soul.

Anne Curtis’s appeal in its diversity draws further than her Filipino audiences and into the hearts and ears of folks from all walks of life.

Every season, we return with an interesting line up of Pinoy performers for our Filipino audience. There’s a

n knowledge and understanding of the Arab world. From its offices in Washington, D.C., and through the alumni of its educational programs spread all across the United States, the National Council works with sister organizations to share resources and maximise effectiveness. The award comes fresh on the heels of another prestigious award received by the Al Habtoor Group Chairman earlier in the month. Al Habtoor delivered a keynote speech, R i g h t i n g t h e Wr o n g s : Democracy and Human Rights, and was honoured with the first ever Lifetime Achievement Award at the C3 U.S.-Arab Summit’s annual conference at the Union League Club in New York City in recognition of his long-term contribution to regional peace, prosperity, philanthropy and support towards building a better understanding between East and West.

CRAB CRAVING AT CHIMES A month long promotion to satisfy crabcravings

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: himes October Crab fest returns! Enjoy the delicious Chilli, Pepper Crab and Sri Lankan Crab Curry at Chimes throughout October. Each Crab weighs approximately 500 grams and is prepared to perfection in a variation of flavor sauces and served with steamed rice or mantou bread. Made with the freshest of ingredients, the selection of crab dishes is truly a doorway to taste decadent, perfectly marinated crab, smothered in flavourful sauces, spices and herbs.Well-known for their succulent and flavorful meat; crabs are definitely a delicious treat, feasting on a crab meal can be sensational for some and adventurous for others. To enjoy this gem to the fullest, make the most of the indulging ritual at Chimes; put on your aprons use your fingers, dig in, get dirty and savour the flavours of one of the finest seafood delicacies with family and friends. The legendary Singapore pepper crab and Chilli Crab dishes, the taste that lures thousands of Seafood lovers can be enjoyed at Chimes or right in the comfort of your home. To satisfy your crab cravings, make a reservation or order for home delivery; Call 800 CHIMES (244637), Chimes offers the extended service of Credit Card payment on deliveries;Chimes, a mecca for crab dishes also enjoys a varied menu of diverse cuisine from the Far Eastern including Thailand, Singapore Malaysia and Indonesia. For more information visit www.chimesdubai.com

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C E O , G r a c e & Garbo.CAPTURE” is open to all photographers in the UAE and provides a perfect setting of information for this evolving industry;

photographers share insights on new techniques, equipment, challenges and rewards. To register for the session please contact info@graceandgarbo.com or call 04 4226037.

NATIONAL COUNCIL ON US-ARAB RELATIONS HONOURS KHALAF AHMAD AL HABTOOR IN WASHINGTON

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DU LIVE PRESENTS ANNE CURTIS "ANNEKAPAL!" THE FORBIDDEN CONCERT ROUND 2 Philippine Sweetheart set to enthrall Dubai

October 2014. A visual seminar, “CAPTURE” will cover diverse topics by the most influential photographers in the UAE including Travel,

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biggest names from the Philippines to celebrate the growing community” says Lea Jastiva, Senior Event Organiser, SundanceLIVE. For more information check o u t facebook.com/SundanceLI VE or call +971 52 990 0112

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KHALAF AHMAD AL HABTOOR LAUNCHES A FREE APP FOR KAH PUBLICATIONS Articles written by the out-spoken businessman philanthropist for all to share

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: halaf Ahmad Al Habtoor, Chairman of the Al Habtoor Group, has just unveiled a new App for KAH P u b l i c a t i o n s (http://khalafalhabtoor.net) to allow users to read and share his articles while on the move. The site provides readers with all the published material written by the outspoken businessman and philanthropist.Al Habtoor’s articles voiced his concerns for the region and provide suggested solutions for some key issues threatening the safety and security of the Middle East.

He also gives his highlyopinionated views on Western politics.Some of this latest work include an articles on Dubai’s infrastructure, titled ‘Simply the Best’, which highlights the city state’s changing landscape “that’s

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undoubtedly the envy of the world” He writes, Just when we think the emirate’s advancement has reached its limit, it never fails to go one better and surprise us.In another article he gives praise to one of the men he most admires former US President Jimmy Carter. Al Habtoor recently launched his ‘Pathways to Peace’ initiative alongside Carter at Illinois College, which he says is a “realistic approach to a peaceful co-existence between Israel and Palestine.He writes, “Having President Carter on board gives this initiative impetus and the gravitas it deserves. Thank you, Mr. President, for answering the call without hesitation and for being an outstanding leadership role model at a

time when true leadership is sorely lacking worldwide.

While you are out there, working hard to assist the poor and disenfranchised, unafraid to speak the truth about the plight of the Palestinians, others make meaningless diplomatic noises. Presidents, Prime Ministers and human rights organisations are big on talk but do anything to backup their words.

Yo u m a k e a difference.The App also features videos of the Chairman giving speeches at key events around the world, including his most recent keynote address at the C3 US-Arab Summit in New York: R i g h t i n g t h e Wr o n g s : Democracy and Human Rights, and his speech at the Pathways to Peace initiative in Illinois.It also gives research documents the Chairman is working on

including his recentlylaunched Poverty Alleviation Plan to tackle global poverty.Al Habtoor said,I am pleased to launch the application for KAH Publications. I hope to reach further afield with this app as the issues and research covered is very important. I cannot just sit back and watch the world crumble around me. It is paramount that we tackle issues as they arise to protect our world for future generations.The App also points readers to his best-selling autobiography, Khalaf Ahmad Al H a b t o o r – t h e Autobiography, which was launched last year. The book is available in three languages: English,Arabic and Hungarian.The KAH Publications App is free to download from the iTunes A p p S t o r e : https://itunes.apple.com/…/ app/kahpublications/id8814 57603.This application is also available for Androids.

SELAMLIQUE TURKISH COFFEE ISTANBUL launches its first retail in Abu Dhabi Turkish brand embarks on expansion plans

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: elamlique Turkish Coffee Istanbul celebrated the launch of its third store in the UAE at the World Trade Center Mall (WTC Mall) on Khalifa bin Zayed the First street in Abu Dhabi making it the first outlet in the Capital. Officially opened by the Ambassador of Turkey to the United Arab Emirates, HE Sefik Vural Altay, the owner of the Selamlique Turkish Coffee Istanbul brand, Mrs. Caroline Koc and Mrs. Banu Yentur, Partner of the brand, this new Selamlique will become the brand’s first café location, a place to sit and relax while sipping the exquisite taste of Turkish Coffee and enjoying its array of Turkish delights and praline chocolates. An upscale destination for

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Turkish Coffee, delights, praline chocolates, delicacies and Accessories, Selamlique offers wide variety of choices in Turkish coffee with different flavors

such as mastic, cinnamon, cardamom and chocolate.

The brand redefines the Turkish delight and sweets concept with exceptional tastes of delights and delicacies covered with several different flavours.

The Journey of the brand started in 2012 when a friendship between Kanat Kutluk and Mansoor Al

Bastaki turned into a venture and a business set up. Selamlique Turkish Coffee Istanbul launched by supplying to five star hotels and corporate companies before establishing a retail location in 2013 to cater to growing demand. Today the brand supplies more than 40 five star hotels in the UAE with its unique products.We don’t sell any type of coffee and sweets, we are specialized in Turkish Coffee and in Turkish Delights only and we believe we do it in the best

practices in the world that makes it an experience rather than a coffee and sweet. Selamlique specializes in Turkish Coffee and Turkish Delights only, that goes to eliminate mainstream competition in the best practice in which we have persevered our identity” said Kanat Kutluk, the General Manager, Selamlique Turkish Coffee Istanbul.The WTC Mall in Abu Dhabi is in the heart of the city, uniting modern and the traditional perspectives offering something for everybody with a growing number of visitors.

Selamlique personifies Turkish hospitality in its exchange with gentleness of services and its soft yet timeless interior and the stunning packaging makes you feel as though Turkey indeed is with you all the way.

DUBAI MEDICAL COLLEGE SHOWS APPRECIATION FOR KHALAF AHMAD AL HABTOOR

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: delegation from Dubai Medical College visited Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor, Chairman of the Al Habtoor Group, at his office on Sunday November 2, 2014. Saleh Saeed Lootah, Vice CEO and Member of the Board of Trustees, along with Dr Dima Abdul Mannan, Vice Dean of Dubai Medical College, and four students presented the Chairman with a trophy of appreciation for his continuous support towards education and medical education.The students had the opportunity to train at the Khalaf Al Habtoor Medical

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Simulation Centre (KHMSC) in Dubai Healthcare City, a state-ofthe-art training facility funded by Al Habtoor to help train healthcare professionals and students on how to handle medical emergencies. The Khalaf Al Habtoor Medical

Simulation Centre features ground-breaking technology and provides training on how to handle medical emergencies in a

AT THE LIMIT: AUDI SHOWS THE WORLD’S SPORTIEST PILOTED DRIVING CAR • Audi to demonstrate piloted driving potential at DTM finale • Audi RS 7 piloted driving concept car at the Hockenheimring race track

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: udi takes the world’s sportiest piloted driving car to the starting line: A driverless Audi RS 7 Sportback* will take a lap on the Hockenheim race track on Sunday, October 19, in the se a s o n finale of the G e r m a n To u r i n g C a r Championship (DTM).The Audi RS 7 piloted driving concept car will handle the Hockenheim track at racing speed. With the latest Audi developments on board, the technology platform will drive to its physical limits with millimeter precision. In the process, it will be approximately as fast as

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with a professional race car driver at the wheel. Tests conducted so far indicate a lap time of just over two minutes can be expected, and and on this course the technology platform should reach speeds of up to 240 km/h (149.1 mph). Using the Audi RS 7 piloted driving concept car, Audi wants to show the great potential of piloted driving, which the premium carmaker has lined up for the future.The performance of the world’s sportiest piloted driving car will be broadcast live and exclusively on the Internet on October 19 starting at 12:45 p.m. on Audi MediaTV.

simulated environment without risking patient safety.The delegation highlighted the importance the private sector is playing in the UAE’s medical field, and said their students had benefited significantly from the experience gained at the Khalaf Al Habtoor Medical Simulation Center, which they said is “unique” in the UAE, and wider region.The Chairman thanked the delegation for their recognition of his committed to Dubai’s medical sector, “The Khalaf Al Habtoor Medical Simulation is aimed at training medical students and professionals in the UAE to the best of their ability and with minimum risk to the patient.

Healthcare professionals and patients will benefit from the expertise learned in a controlled, simulated environment for generations to come.Dr Mannan, who is a trained endocrinologist, also praised Al Habtoor for his respectful views of women.

Dubai Medical College (DMC), founded in 1986, is a women-only educational facility committed to providing students with medical education. The delegation, representing DMC’s ‘Athar Initiative’, also briefed Mr. Al Habtoor on its progress. The initiative, which was launched in 2012, focuses on medical research, education and general community welfare.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED FOR 67TH INTERNATIONAL AIR SAFETY SUMMIT IN ABU DHABI

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he Flight Safety Foundation announced today that Richard Hill, Chief Operating Officer at Etihad Airways, will deliver the opening keynote at Flight Safety Foundation’s 67th annual International Air Safety Summit. Mr. Hill will address an expected crowd of more than 300 at the Foundation’s premier safety event on the morning of November 11th. The 67th annual IASS will be held at the Jumeirah at Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from November 11-13, 2014.With Etihad Airways’ standing as one of the major carriers headquartered in this vibrant and fast-growing region, Mr. Hill will provide our attendees with a valuable perspective on aviation operations and safety,” stated FSF President

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and CEO Jon Beatty. Another new addition to the agenda is Abdullah Al-Sayed, President and Chief Executive Officer at NEXUS Flight Operations Services, who will give a keynote address on Wednesday morning to discuss the importance of Just Culture (enhancing the safety environment). “Mr. AlSayed is a well-regarded aviation professional who can speak to some of the most important safety issues facing this region,” Mr. Beatty added.The IASS occurs each year in different cities around the world and features an agenda that addresses many of the major issues facing aviation, including aircraft tracking, conflict zone operations, approach and landing and go-arounds, data analysis and protection, turboprop operations and many other topics.

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AWARDS FOR AUDI IN SEPTEMBER •3 Awards have recently been won by Audi for outstanding technology design and performance •The eCar awards, Automotive Brand Contest awards and sport auto awards all put Audi first in their categories •Audi are on a winning streak with awards in hybrid technology, design and product performance at recent awards ceremonies

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: riple celebration for Audi in recent awards ceremonies. Best Plug-in hybrid has been awarded for both Audi production vehicles and

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concept vehicles at the eCar awards, the new TT has been awarded the Design Innovation of the year at the Automotive Brand Contest and the brand with the four rings also took first place with the RS6 Avant and the S1, at the sport auto awards.

ECAR AWARDS: TWO WINS FOR AUDI:Audi’s plug-in hybrid strategy is scoring points. At the eCar Awards by Auto Bild and Auto Test magazines, Audi took first place with its A3

Sportback e-tron and the TT offroad concept car. The Audi A3 Sportback e-tron was the winner in the “Best Plug-In Hybrid Production Vehicles category. The Audi TT offroad concept took the honors in the category of “Best Plug-In Hybrid Concept Vehicles.Audi introduced this show car at the Beijing International Automobile Exhibition in April. (October 2, 2014) NEW AUDI TT: DESIGN

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bring people from all segments of society together through the need to fulfill their duties to the environment of this country.

Witnessing the participation of government agencies, hotels, private institutions, academic institutions, and families being allocated to sites for their aluminum cans t o b e weigheddisplayed that obligation.She expressed her happiness in the continuity of this campaign and its role in dynamically acting asencouragement for sustainable waste management year after year. Mrs. Al Marashi added that various campaigns of EEGhave witnessed a rise in participation,helping reach the programs’ goal of serving the environment.

The tons of aluminum cans collected through this specific campaign alone have diverted the unnecessary disposal of these recyclables into landfills, saving 504 m3 of landfill space and mitigating 311 MTCO2 emissions.

In addition to the collection of

Brand Contest is an international design competition for automotive brands. It is presented by the German Design Council.

Audi was also honored here for the Audi A3 Sedan, the Audi allroad shooting brake and the “Luft” designer armchair developed by Audi designers in partnership withWalter de Silva and the furniture makers at Poltrona Frau. (September 30, 2014) FIRST PLACE FOR AUDI AT THE SPORT AUTO AWA R D S : A u d i w a s

INNOVATION OF THE YEAR:Audi cleaned up at this year’s Automotive Brand Contest: The new Audi TT was crowned Innovation of the Year. The Matrix LED headlights in the Audi A8 won the title of “Best of Best.” The Automotive

EMIRATES ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP BRINGS TOGETHER OVER 300 PARTICIPATING ENTITIES FROM ALL OVER THE UAE Collection of 6,009 kilograms in the bi-annual Can Collection Campaign

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: m i r a t e s Environmental Group organized and facilitated the nation-wide Can Collection Drive, bringing together over 300 participating entities from all 7 Emirates of the UAE and managing to collect 6,009 kilograms of aluminum cans through the work of all those involved.

This brings the total of EEG’s collection to 20,724 kilograms until date, with the announcement that it aims to collect 27,000 kilograms of aluminum cans by the end of this year. Mrs. Habiba Al Marashi, Chairperson of Emirates Environmental Group, explained that the Can Collection Drive aims to

showered with honors at this year’s sport auto Awards: The Audi RS 6 Avant took first place in the “Sedans/Station Wagons Over 100,000 euros”

aluminum cans, EEG also facilitates other waste management programs that promote the collection of paper, glass, toners, plastic, mobile phones, beverage cartons, and batteries, in order to mainstream the recycling industry and underline its importance throughout the nation.

Protecting and preserving the natural resources in the UAE is vital and can be done through these types of campaigns. They appeal to people of all backgrounds and all ages. The support was commended and the Chairperson of EEG called for the continuance of more support to reach the set target and the overall objective of zero waste in landfills.This campaign saw the commitment and cooperation of not only the community, but also all the relevant government bodies and corporate sponsors. Mrs. Habiba Al Marashi expressed gratitude to Coca-Cola and Rani

category. The Audi S1 topped the list in the “Small Car” category. The Audi TTS 2.0 TFSI* finished the race in second place in the “Coupés up to 50,000 euros” category. In the “Sedans/Station Wagons up to 50,000 euros” category, the Audi S3 Sedan also took second place. The RS 4 Avant drove into third place in the “Sedans/Station Wagons up to 100,000 euros” category. A total of 15,551 sport auto magazine readers participated in the vote. (September 10, 2014)

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MIXTAPE PRESENTS PETER ANDRE, B*WITCHED AND 5IVE retro concert returns with new line up for 90s fans

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: iXTAPE Rewind, with what was classified as a youth reviver for over 5,000 reminiscing fans, our retro

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concert returns with a line up that is a definitive promise to have you, your aunt and even your grandpa doing the running man to and back from MIXTAPE REWIND. Peter Andre, not

a stranger to our town, Dubai, headlines the concert and joined by B * W i t c h e d a n d

5IVE.MiXTAPE Rewind, “A child that was born out the need for music that carried u s t h r o u g h o u r adolescences years. It was a gamble but we stuck to it and in result, it was the music that won. What makes this seasons line up is the embodiment of sounds that represented the 90s in particular with Peter Andre, B*Witched and 5FIVEl. We all know where we w e r e w h e n Mysterious Girl first hit the radios.

It’s all about celebrating the music of the 90s” said Mario Z a k h a r y , M a n a g i n g D i r e c t o r , Sundance LIVE.

LADIES ROCK DUBAI ON TUESDAYS AND IT’S TIME TO DISCOVER THEIR NEW PLAYGROUND! November 2014, Dubai

Refreshments for being support sponsors of the 2014 Can Collection Campaign. Thanks also goes to thePublic Parks an Horticulture DepartmentDubai Municipality, Sheikha Bint Saeed School-Ajman, R A K P u b l i c Wo r k s & Services Department, Fujairah Natural Resources A u t h o r i t y, A m e r i c a n International School-Abu Dhabi, Al Ain English Speaking School, Radisson Blu Resort-Sharjah, Abela& Co., Al Futtaim Carillion, DHL, ETA, McDonalds UAE, Sharif Metals, and Emirates Global Aluminum.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he Music Room is thrilled to launch its first Ladies Night on Tuesday, 18th November!We are offering 3 Guitarinis (a yummy concoction designed to help ladies get their buzz on & knock off their stilettos) & 30% discount on food! Our resident band will play female tunes all night long!

Ladies, wear your dancing shoes, your lipstick and hit the dancefloor!

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MIDDLE EASTERN BUSINESSMAN KHALAF AL HABTOOR GIVES SEVEN YEAR OLD MOLLY BENT THE HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: halaf Ahmad Al Habtoor, Chairman of the Al Habtoor Group, has given a sevenyear old British girl and her family the holiday of a lifetime in Dubai. Molly Bent, who suffers from a rare and incurable genetic eye disease which causes blindness, was invited for a weeklong stay at one of Al Habtoor’s five star hotels.

M o l l y c a u g h t M r. A l Habtoor’s attention when he saw a report about her condition on a news report earlier in the year. It stated that in December 2013 Molly was diagnosed with the degenerative condition Retinitis Pigmentos and was registered visually impaired. The report outlined a ‘bucket list’ of things Molly wanted to do before going blind. Al Habtoor donated to a charity set up for Molly through his foundation, the Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor Foundation. Al Habtoor said, “It was a pleasure to host such a lovely family in Dubai. I am happy they got to see some of the

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AMAC AEROSPACE COMPLETES ITS FIRST IN-HOUSE DESIGNED REFURBISHMENT PROJECT

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: MAC Aerospace, a leading provider of corporate aviation maintenance and completion services has completed its first interior refurbishment project wholly designed by its own professional in-house design team. The project entailed refurbishing the existing cabin configuration of a Bombardier Global Express. The refurbishment

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project, which was undertaken at AMAC’s stateof-the-art headquarters at EuroAirport Basel-MulhouseFreiburg, involved a high degree of precision engineering, attention to detail and quality workmanship.The entire refurbishment process, which took eight months to complete, used only the highest grade materials. The project comprised eight reworked seat back shells and arm rests which were partially covered with p e rfo rated leather; six reworked bulkheads, two divans, and three tables; new carpet throughout and a newly fitted VIP lavatory. The completed interior features five single and two double

business class seats and night configuration for sleeping. With AMAC’s goal to deliver a thoroughly

modern look, the in-house design team used visual effects and colour to successfully achieve the result. Warm greys and a stylised red accent stripe which was incorporated throughout the cabin were chosen to give a modern, unified dynamic look and feel.

Different textures such as leather, embossed leather, microfiber, and wood were used with great effect to demonstrate different tones and shades of colour. The exterior livery of the aircraft was painted in accordance with a customized scheme which reflected the modern red accent stripe Commenting on the project, Bernd Schramm, Group Chief Operating Officer said:Our skilled craftsmen and women made the transitional leap from an existing cabin configuration to a new design and delivered a superb, thoroughly modern product. AMAC continues to demonstrate its capabilities as a significant centre for c o m p l e t i o n a n d refurbishment throughout the world,

TRILOGI LOGISTICS SIGNS PARTNERSHIP WITH LNCONSULT, AUSTRIA; A GLOBAL LOGISTICS CONSULTANCY FIRM

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: rilogi Logistics, the logistics arm of Gulf Marketing Group has proudly announced a partnership with global logistics consultancy firm, LNConsult, Austria.In a signing ceremony at GMG Headquarters, Dubai, the partnership was agreed with LNConsult to provide end to end logistics consultancy for three new projects of Trilogi Logistics to support GMG’s future growth.The three projects will enhance Trilogi Logistics’ current offering, optimizing its existing facilities by developing state of the art, tailor made warehouses in Jebel Ali free zone, Abu Dhabi and an expansion to the facility in Dubai Investment Park.The partnership with LNConsult is a testament to our ongoing commitment to deliver an outstanding global logistics service to customers throughout the Middle East,said Mohammad A Baker, Deputy Chairman and CEO of Gulf Marketing Group LNConsult is a highly experienced organisation having worked with many of the big brands in Food &

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Beverages, Fashion and General Retail as well as 3PL, throughout the world. We are extremely pleased to have their expertise onboard.LNConsult designs tailor made logistics solutions

for a wide range of retail business verticals.The company has designed, developed & executed projects which have set new benchmarks in supply chain management and services across Europe, the Middle East and Asia.We are very pleased to be starting this long-term partnership with Trilogi Logistics and GMG” said Mr Thomas Mayr, CEO of LNConsult, “my team looks forward to working on these three exciting projects and I am confident that our expertise will ensure GMG realises its vision.

highlights of Dubai. Molly is a lovely girl and I pray to God that her condition can be cured. I am willing to help fund any research necessary to make this possible.Upon arrival in Dubai, Al Habtoor hosted

the family at one of his hotels, the five star Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa, and set a busy schedule to see some of Dubai’s most famous attractions for families. Molly was accompanied by her mother Eve, her father Chris and her siblings Charlotte, 5, and Samuel 2 The itinerary started with a penguin encounter, a swim with the dolphins, a visit to one of Dubai’s top water parks, as well as a trip to the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, and Kidzania – an interactive award-winning edutainment

center, and a desert Safari.

To top it off the family visited the world’s largest shopping center Dubai Mall, and went to the observation deck located on level 124 of the famous landmark – the Burj Khalifa.I had so much fun in Dubai and I love it lots!” said Molly. “My favourite bit of the whole trip was getting to swim with Lily the dolphin because it was amazing. I got to dance with her and stroke her, and she was so soft. I also got to go to the top of the tallest tower in the world, which was awesome.

I could see everything from up there, I could nearly see my house from the top,she added. The family also had

the opportunity to visit Mr. Al Habtoor at the head office of the Al Habtoor Group, a UAE conglomerate.Molly’s father, Chris Bent, said, "We have been overwhelmed

with the kindness and generosity of Mr. Khalaf Al Habtoor in helping our daughter Molly. Knowing that our daughter has a genetic eye condition Mr. Khalaf has provided her

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om and earning five points for each submission.The weekly and monthly winners will be chosen based on the number of entries submitted, with a minimum of two and eight submissions to be done to qualify for the weekly and monthly prizes respectively thereby permitting single winning chances only. The top ten participants with maximum number of weekly and monthly submissions will enter a draw to win valuable prizes ranging from Tang goodie hampers to Digital cameras and lavish family brunches.A leader board present on-site, will monitor the number of submissions

for each entrant. The top three entrants with the highest number of submissions throughout the contest will walk away with grand prizes of family getaways and dining room makeovers.We aim to execute meaningful campaigns for the c o m m u n i t y. W i t h t h i s campaign introduced for the first time by TANG along with a legacy of social initiatives, we are going one step further to encourage

with wonderful experiences that she never would have been able to have otherwise.Molly has been able take in sights and enjoy experiences that she could have only dreamed of,” added Eve Bent, Molly’s mother.She will now have those memories to cherish forever, which as a parents is the greatest gift you can wish for your child. We cannot thank the Mr. Al Habtoor enough for the memories he has given our daughter.The week-long visited culminated in a Halloween party at the Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa.

our consumers to indulge in family mealtimes and togetherness, said Mr. Vishal Tikku, Area Director for Mondelçz International in the Middle East. I am pleased to announce this initiative from TANG that instills and encourages mothers to pride in their culture of family mealtime occasions and revere the close knit social ethos of Arabia.Commencing today, the campaign will last 100 days and span the GCC region. Send in your pictures of family mealtimes o n www.100luncheswithtang.c om to win valuable prizes f r o m Ta n g A r a b i a .

Participation is open till 16th January 2015, as the 100th day of the campaign.

3M POSTS RECORD THIRD-QUARTER SALES AND EARNINGS PER SHARE Third-Quarter Highlights: •Organic local-currency sales growth of 3.9 percent •Earnings of $1.98 per share, up 11.2 percent •Operating income margins of 23.4 percent, up 1.4 percentage points year-on-year •Free cash flow conversion of 103 percent •Returned $1.8 billion to shareholders via dividends and gross share repurchases •Acquired remaining 25 percent of Sumitomo 3M for $865 million

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: M (NYSE: MMM) today reported thirdquarter earnings of $1.98 per share, an increase of 11.2 percent versus the third quarter of 2013. Sales grew 2.8 percent year-on-year to $8.1 billion. Organic localcurrency sales grew 3.9 percent, acquisitions added 0.1 percent to sales and currency impacts reduced sales by 1.2 percent yearon-year.

Third-quarter operating income was $1.9 billion and operating income margins were 23.4 percent. Net income was $1.3 billion and the company converted 103

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percent of net income to free cash flow in the quarter.

3M paid $550 million in cash dividends to shareholders and repurchased $1.2 billion of its own shares during the quarter. Organic local-currency sales growth was 5.4 percent in Health Care, 4.3 percent in Electronics and Energy, 4.2 percent in Industrial, and 3.1 percent in both Consumer, and Safety and Graphics. On a geographic basis, organic localcurrency sales grew 6.0 percent in the U.S., 4.9 percent in Asia Pacific, 0.8 percent in EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and 0.4 percent in Latin America/Canada.This was

another strong quarter for 3M,said Inge G. Thulin, 3M’s chairman, president and chief executive officer.

“The 3M team once again delivered broad-based organic growth with operating margins exceeding 22 percent in all businesses. As we look forward, our focus will remain on actively managing the portfolio and strategically investing in the business to continue delivering profitable growth across the company. 3M remains on track to deliver its long-term financial objectives.3M updated its 2014 full-year performance expectations. The company now anticipates earnings in

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: uca de Meo, AUDI AG B o a r d o f M a n a g e m e n t Member for Sales and Marketing, has received the “Eurostar 2014” prize in the “Sales & Marketing E x e c u t i v e ” c a t e g o r y.

Through the Eurostar awards, the international industry publication Automotive News Europe celebrates the most successful top managers in the European automotive industry. In its laudation, the jury emphasized that de Meo has successfully pushed Audi’s worldwide sales growth and even exceeded expectations with the strong performance of recent months.47-year-old de Meo, a native of Milan, collected the award yesterday evening in Paris: “This award is for the whole Audi team. Because our sales success rests on convincing products, a strong brand and a passionate team. Together, we are writing the next chapter of one of the most exciting success stories in our industry. We are making our brand even more international and strengthening Audi’s position in the automotive premier league,” declared Luca de Meo.AUDI AG has set itself the goal of

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TANG ENCOURAGES 100 DAYS OF FAMILY MEALTIME THROUGH A REGION WIDE CAMPAIGN The countdown to the greatest family getaway begins •Campaign’s scope to reach out to families in the GCC and encourage family mealtimes •Over 100 prizes to be won in 100 days •Family getaway and makeovers as grand prizes •Entries can be made by logging onto www.100luncheswithtang.com

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ANG, the popular powdered fruitflavored beverage f r o m M o n d e l ç z International (formerly Kraft Foods), today announced the start of a region-wide campaign titled 100 LUNCHES WITH TANG encouraging family mealtime and togetherness in the region. Tang is inviting consumers to post photos of their lunch meal tables, every day for 100 days on ? #?

1 00LUNCHESWITHTAN G? . The campaign invites mothers to participate by capturing photos of their unique lunch tables accompanied with Tang by posting them on www.100luncheswithtang.c

AUDI SALES CHIEF LUCA DE MEO AWARDED “EUROSTAR 2014” •International Eurostar award celebrates most successful managers in automotive industry • Luca de Meo: “Pushing forward Audi’s international expansion and strengthening our position in the automotive premier league” • Audi sales worldwide heading for new record

the range of $7.40 to $7.50 per share versus a prior expectation of $7.30 to $7.55. Organic localcurrency sales growth is expected to be 4 to 5 percent versus 3 to 6 percent previously. 3M estimates foreign currency impacts will reduce sales by approximately 1.5 percent for the year versus a previous estimate of approximately 1 percent.

The company also updated its full-year free cash flow conversion expectation to 95 to 100 percent from a prior range of 90 to 100 percent. . For more information, visit www.3M.com or follow @3MNews on Twitter.

achieving 1.7 million deliveries to customers this year for the first time ever despite the challenging environment in certain important sales markets.

This figure represents an increase of around 400,000 in comparison to 2011, when the Company delivered around 1.3 million automobiles to customers.

After eight months of the current year, and with new records established in all regions of the world, the running total for the year to date is 1,138,700 cars, representing an increase of 10.5%.Automotive News Europe has awarded the Eurostar annually since 1998. In the words of the jury, the prize acknowledges executives in every area of the automotive industry who have risen above the competition by topping expectations.

NREC ANNOUNCES THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A KWD 154.4 MILLION DEBT REFINANCING

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ational Real Estate Company KPSC (NREC), one of the leading real estate companies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, announces the refinancing of a KWD 154.40 million loan facility.The previous KWD 154.40 million loan facility consisted of a KWD 88.40 million short term loan and a KWD 66 million medium term loan. With the completion of the refinancing, the new loan facility now consists of a KWD 11 million short term loan and overdraft facility and a KWD 140 million long term loan to be repaid in seven years. The Company’s total debt level r e m a i n s unchanged.Commenting on this development, Mr. Jamil Sultan Al-Essa, Chairman of NREC said:This refinancing is an

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important part of our continued focus on creating shareholder value. Aligning our capital structure with our strategic objective of being a MENA focused real estate company provides NREC with the financial strength to pursue exciting regional development opportunities.Commenting on this development, Mr. Sam Sidiqi, CEO of NREC said:This new loan facility perfectly matches our assets and liabilities to enable us to achieve our growth plans. In addition to the extended maturities and improved covenants, NREC will benefit from a significantly enhanced working capital capacity.

The revised cost of debt will further support the underlying cash flows of the business. Our ability to successfully implement this refinancing is a reflection of the quality of NREC’s rental asset and development portfolio.

AN IMPRESSIVE INAUGURATION EVENT FOR SOFITEL DUBAI DOWNTOWN Sofitel Luxury Hotels officially launches the flagship, city property Sofitel Dubai Downtown after opening on the 1st of May, 2014

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai.Everything around Dubai UAE: the hotel was especially he 4th of November created to bring out a sense marks a historical of Paris. From the hotel’s milestone in the main entrance which was portfolio of Sofitel Luxury transformed into a Parisian Hotels with the official street, to the lobby with its grand launch of the region’s ‘street artists’ to the pool flagship city hotel, Sofitel with the Eiffel Tower. All this D u b a i D o w n t o w n . T h e unique scenery with the NEW PAINTINGS BY NREC AND UPAC ANNOUNCE NEW PARTNERSHIP TO DEVELOP REEM MALL evening was hosted by His b a c k d r o p o f t h e QAMAR SIDDIQUI Highness Sheikh Saeed b r e a t h t a k i n g B u r j B y Q a d e e r A h m a d located on Reem Island, There is clear recognition in Kuwait, UPAC is a Bin Zayed Al Nahyan K h a l i f a . T h e f i n e s t

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: Siddiqui Dubai UAE: t h e n e w m a s t e r - that Abu Dhabi needs a l e a d i n g p l a y e r i n fter an overwhelming response for our show "Message of Peace" r e p r e s e n t e d b y H i s selections of French and ational Real Estate developed residential and world-class, centrally- commercial projects that Excellency Hamad Bin Ali Arabic culinary delights by the Company (NREC), commercial zone adjacent located retail centre to foster development and Al Darmaki, Chairman of w e r e o f f e r e d w h i l e brilliantly one of the leading to Abu Dhabi island, which meet the needs of the growth in the region’s real Ta n m e y a A b u D h a b i , performers where in the talented artist, M E N A r e a l e s t a t e will eventually be home to main island and of Reem estate sector. Its services Owner of Sofitel Dubai stage and around the Mr. Qamar d e v e l o p e r s , h a s m o r e t h a n 2 0 0 , 0 0 0 Island’s residents. Nadia c o v e r p r o j e c t Downtown and esteemed guests. The event closed Siddiqui, the a n n o u n c e d a n e w people.Currently at final Akil, Chief Executive m a n a g e m e n t a n d Sebastien Bazin, CEO and with fireworks and an after Mussawir Art partnership with United concept design stage, the O f f i c e r o f U P A C consultancy, real estate Chairman of Accor Group; party at the hotel’s new Gallery unveils Projects for Aviation US$ 1 billion project will commented:Our strategic development as well as who welcomed over one r o o f t o p l o u n g e , his latests S e r v i c e s C o m p a n y start construction in 2015 p a r t n e r s h i p a n d property and facilities thousand revered regional “Above”.We are extremely pieces. For all (UPAC) to develop Reem and expects to open in investment in the Reem management.Established and international guests, proud of our Hotel’s our valued Mall one of Abu Dhabi’s 2018. Once completed, Mall project will ensure in Kuwait in 1973, NREC dignitaries and VIP’s.Sofitel performance during its first clients who most important retail Reem Mall will bring a timely delivery of this has grown into one of the is a brand that connects six months of operation. were not able to destinations.Under the wide range of family- significant addition to the l a r g e s t r e a l e s t a t e cultures, locations and Our team has worked with acquire their agreement, UPAC one of focused retail, leisure and region’s retail industry. companies in the region landmarks. During the passion and dedication to Kuwait’s leading real entertainment offerings to This is one of the most with ventures across the opening of the property, e x c e l l e n c e a n d w e e s t a t e m a n a g e m e n t Abu Dhabi including 450 substantial investments Middle East and North favourite Klaus Assmann, General welcome you all to discover companies will invest up stores and 85 restaurants. that we have undertaken Africa. Reem Mall will be pieces due to Manager, has stated that Sofitel Dubai Downtown” to US $224 million through Samuel Sidiqi, Chief and it will significantly one of the largest and them being w i t h S o f i t e l D u b a i stated Klaus Assmann, its real estate subsidiary, Executive Officer of enhance our relationships most ambitious projects already sold Downtown comes a piece General Manager of the Al Arfaj Real Estate NREC, said:This is an w i t h m a j o r i n d u s t r y t h a t N R E C h a s out, here is an of France to Dubai. Last hotel. “We look towards our Company, marking a key important milestone on partners such as NREC, undertaken and more exclusive night it was all about Dubai future with the certainty that milestone for the UAE the path to creating an as well as solidify our announcements on the opportunity to welcomes Paris, two cities we will become one of the retail mega project.Reem exciting new retail, leisure position as a leading real Mall’s progress are to be view the new that are linked through two leading hotels not only Mall is a 2 million sq ft a n d e n t e r t a i n m e n t e s t a t e m a n a g e m e n t made over the coming paintings. famous towers; the Eiffel within Dubai and the UAE retail, leisure, dining and destination, right in the company.Established in period. tower for Paris and Burj but as well as the region. entertainment destination, heart of new Abu Dhabi. 2000, and headquartered K h a l i f a f o r azad news uae.azad news uae .azad news uae azad news uae.azad news uae azad news uae azad news uae.azad news uae .azad news uae azad news uae.azad news uae azad news uae azad news uae. (pg3)

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UAE UTILITIES AUTHORITIES CALL FOR GREATER PRIVATE SECTOR ROLE IN POWER GENERATION Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Company & Dubai Electricity & Water Authority emphasizes critical role of independent companies in upgrading utilities infrastructure

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ncreased participation by independent private companies in the UAE’s utilities sector will play an important role in the coming years as the country explores ways to meet its g r o w i n g p o w e r requirements, according to the UAE’s utilities authorities.The UAE has seen double-digit increase in the demand for electricity in the past few years and is expected to continue seeing rapid growth in the coming years,” said H.E. Dr. Matar Al Neyadi, Undersecretary at the UAE Ministry of Energy.

“In order to meet this demand, the UAE has allowed private power and water companies to participate in its energy sector for a number of years.

More recently, due to the rapid growth in demand for power and water in the country, Dubai and the federal government have both launched initiatives to permit private sector participation in the generation of electricity and water.”

Al Neyadi was speaking at the opening of the 3rd Annual Global Independent Water and Power Projects (IWPP) Summit in Dubai today. The two-day event features government authorities, policy-makers, regulatory authorities, utilities companies, financial institutions and technology leaders and supported by the Government of Dubai, UAE Ministry of Energy, Dubai

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Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) and Utico Middle East, the region’s largest private full-service utilities provider.

“With Dubai poised to host Expo 2020, the demand for upgrading our power and water infrastructure is

reaching new heights. Expo 2020 will launch the UAE on the world stage and will also recognise its efforts to promote energy efficiency and sustainability,” Al Neyadi added.

The involvement of independent utilities companies was also playing an important role in boosting the UAE’s non-oil economy.

H.E. Mohammed Bin Jarsh, Managing Director of Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Company (ADWEC), pointed out in his keynote address that Abu Dhabi’s IWPP programme has resulted in Dhs7.5 billion of foreign direct investment into its power and water sectors recently and over Dhs250billion since the inception of this program.This investment has effectively delivered reliable power and water generation capacity that has kept pace with year on year

VALUSTRAT’S REVOLUTIONARY DIGITAL PLATFORM TO SPEED UP ISLAMIC BANKS’ MANDOOB SERVICES ValuStrat’s proprietary technology platform helps cuts processing period for Murabaha applications to 3 hours

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: aluStrat, the regional leader in valuation and consultancy services, announced the launch of a digital platform that will boost the efficiency of Islamic banks’ Mandoob services for Murabaha Products.After successfully launching digitised platforms for automobile and heavy equipment valuations as well as contact point verification services, ValuStrat have now used the same platform to launch Mandoob services for Islamic banks allowing them to process Murabaha applications by as much as 90 per cent.Our proprietary processes and technology platform has enabled us to reduce average turnaround time (TAT) for this service to 3 hours as compared to the usual industry average of 24 hours, thereby enhancing the efficiency of Islamic banks in processing Murabaha applications and in the process empower their sales staff to utilise their time for other tasks. In addition, the digital platform we offer enhances quality control and widen geographic reach, a service unmatched by others” said Saad Umerani, Chief O p e r a t i n g O ff i c e r, ValuStrat. Currently, bank sales staff conduct field surveys in order to process Murabaha applications, which, according to Umerani, “is killing efficiency and incurring cost by reducing time used for sales, as it is a time consuming process.” By leveraging ValuStrat’s proprietary technology, and the company’s on-ground survey team, banks can make their process faster, more efficient, better quality and paperless. “Upon completion and after two quality checks, ValuStrat surveys are delivered straight to the clients’ inbox,

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directly from the surveyor’s i P a d t h r o u g h LT E c o n n e c t i v i t y, ” h e a d d e d . Ve r i f i c a t i o n o f products, due diligence, taking client signatures and collection of other trade related documents which in the past were time consuming because of manual system have now been completely revolutionised by ValuStrat.

Explained Umerani, We have made the process extremely simple. This use of technology gives firsthand knowledge to the bank in 12% of the time with high c u s t o m e r satisfaction,Besides the quick turn-around times, higher degree of accuracy of data analytics and bespoke reports, ValuStrat’s digital platform offers clients a dedicated call centre, systemcontrolled time and location stamp, as well as cloud data storage.ValuStrat is already a trusted service provider to leading financial institutions in the region for strategy, valuation and field visit/contact point verification services.

This technological breakthrough consolidates ValuStrat’s position as a pioneer in its field, using its long standing experience of 37 years coupled with the latest technology to deliver an unmatched service, ahead of any of its competitors.Already being used by leading Islamic finance institutions in the UAE, ValuStrat aims for a greater adoption of the service throughout the region. This also helps our clients position themselves as a technology leader and enhance their market share by offering clients fast processing times; ultimately, this service will not only help increase efficiency but processing times for Islamic banks,” Umerani ended.

demand growth of close to 10% since privatization,Bin Jarsh said. “Abu Dhabi’s IWPP program is well respected and now attracts multiple international bidders for new projects as well as t y p i c a l l y b e i n g oversubscribed in debt markets which have been used to fund over Dhs47 billion of project cost at highly competitive rates.Bin Jarsh added that such investments would provide additional social and economic benefits t o t h e c o u n t r y. N e w employment opportunities and enhanced standing on the world and regional political stage will likely provide additional value to investment in new energy and water related technologies and may serve to offset some of the utility sector’s traditional reticence to adopt new technologies, he said.Pointing out that interesting times lay ahead for the region’s utilities sector, Bin Jarsh said, “Nuclear power, renewable energy, and the decoupling of water and power production – all look set to have a transformational

effect on the way power and water are produced in the future whilst the detailed business cases and decisions that will result in that portfolio are already being made today.In his address, H.E. Saeed M o h a m m e d A l Ta y e r, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), said,DEWA encourages such partnerships in the energy sector based on the Independent Power Producer (IPP) model, such as in the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, and the Hassyan Clean-Coal Power Plant.DEWA has also called for wide international participation in the energy sector. This was demonstrated by the trust and interest of international investors in large-scale projects that are supported by the Government of Dubai, he added.Organised by Fleming Gulf, the summit focusses on the issues and challenges affecting IWPPs across the globe. Speakers include top officials from Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Company (ADWEC), DEWA, Sharjah Water & Electricity Authority (SEWA), Dubai Aluminium (Dubal), Masdar Institute, Regulation & Supervision Bureau, Water & Electricity Company (KSA), Ras Laffan Power Company (Qatar), Shamal Azzour (Kuwait), National Electricity Power Company (NEPCOJordan), Public Utilities Commission (Sri Lanka), among others.

HIPA TO LAUNCH ‘SEIZE THE SKY’ PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST AT DIPC5 $25,000 of prizes up for grabs for photographers who attend the Skydive Dubai event

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA) will launch a photography contest themed ‘Seize the Sky’ at the 5th Dubai International Parachuting Championships

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(DIPC 5). The photography contest will take place at Skydive Dubai down in JBR and will run from 26th of November until the 6th of December 2014. A total of five winners will be announced with a total prize pool of US $ 25,000 up for grabs; the 1st place photographer receiving $7000, 2nd place receiving $6000, 3rd place $5000, 4th place $4000 and the 5th place winner receiving $3000.The Secretary General of HIPA, Ali bin Thalith commented “This is the third year in succession that we have returned to Skydive Dubai and the Dubai International Parachuting Championships to host this photography competition. It is almost like we’ve become a staple of the event and the venue. The’ Seize the Sky’ photography contest comes on the back of our participation in the ‘Pink Skies’ Breast Cancer awareness campaign, also hosted by Skydive Dubai, last month which was a great community initiative and an honour for us to be a part of”.Ali bin Thalith also added that “The ‘Seize the Sky’ competition will be open to the general public attending the 5th Dubai International Parachuting Championships (DIPC5), and we welcome both novice and professional

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: lying Colours Corp. the Canadian headquartered MRO, c o m p l e t i o n a n d refurbishment specialist will be promoting its expanding special mission capabilities when it exhibits at this year’s National Business Aviation Association meeting in Orlando, October 21–23. Its latest round of special mission projects will see Flying Colours expand its special missions scope for Bombardier G l o b a l aircraft.The bespoke G l o b a l projects will see the installation of unique customized interiors with S u p p l e m e n t a l Ty p e Certificates (STCs) designed and engineered

by Flying Colours specifically for the Global airframe. Projects include the installation of multiplepassenger mission interiors for monitoring, in addition to customized designs which include the implementation of tailored multi-use VIP/medevac interiors for an air ambulance which features multiple stretcher systems. Induction of the aircraft is planned for 2015.

As the business expands following the completion of phase 1 of a three phase facility expansion project at its Peterborough headquarters Flying Colours is growing this sector of the business in response to increased demand from the client base. “In effect all our work can be termed special mission as we design and

photographers to get involved. We had a great number of submissions and winners last year and we are very confident that we will build on that success this year, with an even larger number of visitors and photographers expected for DIPC 5”. Submissions for the ‘Seize the Sky’ photo contest will be accepted through the o f f i c i a l H I PA w e b s i t e www.HIPA.ae. Photographs are required to be no less than 2MB in size and must also be untagged and free of

any form of signature, initial or logo that the photographer may have added. Full rules and regulations can be found on the HIPA website.Visitors will also be able to learn and get involved in the annual global photography completion, the Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award, now in its fourth season.The theme of the main category is ‘Life in Colour‘along with other categories including ‘Faces Black and White’, ‘Night Photography’ and’ General ‘.

With a grand prize of $120,000 and an overall prize pool of $400,000, the competition has drawn submissions from 173 countries over the last three years. Photographs can be submitted through the official website www.HIPA.ae , before Midnight of the 31st of December (UAE Standard).

install the interiors to the client’s personalised request. However special missions take it one step further when specific elements such as medevac kit or specific equipment is added to the mix,” says Sean Gillespie VP Sales and Marketing.Flying Colours has already had extensive experience in reconfiguring CRJ200 aircraft into its ExecLiner format with 16 now delivered in tailor-made configuration. In addition its special mission’s activity is buoyed up by an on-going contract that sees seven CRJ700 NextGen aircraft undergoing i n t e r i o r modification.

Specific VIP modifications for these aircraft have also required new STCs. This project follows hard on the heels of the delivery of its first special mission CRJ ExecLiner that was converted to a multi-use role interior incorporating executive configuration alongside medevac option and was delivered to Sharjah, UAE-based operate Eagle Aviation in November 2013.With our increased hanger capacity at Peterborough, our extremely skilled work force, and our extensive experience in designengineering specific monuments for aircraft, we are well positioned to continue expanding our special mission customer base. There’s an increasing demand worldwide and we are pleased to be able to respond to the need,” added Gillespie.

FLYING COLOURS CORP. SIGNS JOINT VENTURE AGREEMENT WITH CHINABASED SPARKLE ROLL TECHNIK CO., LTD. AT NBAA 2014

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: lying Colours Corp., the North American MRO, completion and refurbishment specialist has today signed a multimillion dollar Joint Venture agreement with Sparkle Roll Technik Co., Ltd. (“SRT”), a business jet technical solution provider within Sparkle Roll Aviation (Holding) Group (“SRA”).

With the phase one hangar facility set up at Linyi City in Shangdong Province China, the main business focus for the new JV will be on private jet cabin modification and aircraft maintenance. The first project, which will begin later this month, will see eight B-registered CRJ-200 aircraft, procured by SRT, converted into VIP configurations.The work schedule for each of the initial aircraft modifications is expected to take up to eight months and will be undertaken at Flying C o l o u r s C o r p . , Peterborough Canada. The later conversions will have the interiors monuments manufactured in North America, with the JV’s technicians completing the final installation in China. As part of the agreement, Flying Colours Corp. will train the technicians of the JV in specific interiors techniques in Canada and will provide on-site support for the ultimate installation in China. In addition, Flying Colours Corp. team will handle all final aircraft certification.The regional cabins will be converted into a VIP configuration mirroring the Bombardier Challenger 850. As part of the process, Flying Colours Corp. will develop and own the new Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) relating to the interior configurations which will then be validated b y t h e C i v i l Av i a t i o n Administration of China, CAAC. Each aircraft will also benefit from the installation of Flying C o l o u r s C o r p ’s supplemental fuel auxiliary system as engineered by Flying Colours Corp. specifically for CRJ conversions.The

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agreement follows numerous discussions between the senior management teams of both companies following the Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition, ABACE, earlier this year.

“Sparkle Roll Aviation management was familiar with our ExecLiner conversions and green 850 completion experience and knew we had experience with the CAAC. Our understanding of the certification paperwork, registration process, STCs and extensive modification knowledge complemented their ambitions to further develop this sector of their aviation business. We are excited about working with them and believe we are one of the few international companies to have formed such an agreement with a Chinese aviation company.

We are looking forward to a long and prosperous relationship,” said John Gillespie, President Flying Colours Corp. This is an important day for our company as we further our strategic plans to become one of China’s leading aviation houses offering a full range of services to the high net worth market. Our brand is recognized for its provision of luxury products of the highest quality so selecting the right partner for our conversion and modification was a significant decision. We r e c o g n i z e th a t Fl y i n g C o l o u r s C o r p . complements our existing skill-set and welcome the additional knowledge they will bring to our business,” commented Mr. LI Xuefeng (Lee LI), Executive Director/CEO of SRA and Chairman of SRT.Once converted, the VIP jets will be sold to individuals or operated by Sparkle Roll Jet Co. Ltd (SRJ), the operational subsidiary of SRA. It is anticipated that the agreement will expand to include a wider range of aircraft conversions, modifications and maintenance in the future with both companies eyeing up the opportunities in the wide body sector.

LULU GROUP & AL HABTOOR MOTORS COLLABORATE TO LAUNCH SPEEDFIT New initiative allows RAK Mall customers to shop or dine while their cars are being serviced

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ulu Group and Al Habtoor Group have partnered to launch an innovative concept whereby motorists can shop or dine peacefully inside a mall while their cars are b e i n g c a r e d f o r. T h e pioneering concept, called SpeedFit Auto Clinic, was officially launched in RAK Mall, the Lulu Group’s premier shopping, dining

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and entertaining destination in the Northern Emirates, and makes RAK Mall the first shopping mall in the region to offer this unique service. Using SpeedFit, customers can drop their vehicles off at the service centre located in the mall complex and spend their waiting time to shop, grab a bite or entertain themselves in the mall.The state-of-theart facility was inaugurated

by Karl Hamer, Managing Director of Al Habtoor Motors, in the presence of Hussain Jamal, RAK Mall Manager, Neil Coolledge, General Manager of SpeedFit and officials from the Mall Management and Al Habtoor Motors. RAK Mall is a premier retail and entertainment venture managed by Line Investments & Property LLC, a division of Lulu G r o u p International.SpeedFit Clinic is a one-stop destination for all types of passenger cars, SUVs and light commercial vehicles.

The facility offers a vast variety of services such as oil change, tyre maintenance, brakes, lubricants, batteries,

steering, suspension, airconditioning and associated services. SpeedFit Clinic customers do not have to take any prior appointments and can have the advantage of convenient working h o u r s . M r. R a j a A b d u l Khader, Director of Line Investments & Property LLC, stated, “Adding a SpeedFit Clinic facility at RAK Mall improves the distinction of the mall, as it offers a wide range of services and experiences to our visitors, making it the perfect place where residents can spend their free time.As one of the leading business enterprises in the country, Al Habtoor Group has made a significant investment in creating SpeedFit. The group has grown to around 4 2 d i ff e r e n t l o c a t i o n s throughout the GCC region, and now aims to make SpeedFit the leading fast-fit company in the Middle East, with plans to expand its network to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.

Karl Hamer, Managing Director of Al Habtoor Motors, described SpeedFit Clinic as an important initiative that would change the retail experience in the region. “No longer would the customer have to worry about long waiting lines or having nothing to do at a service station. Speedfit is keen to ensure that the customer is never inconvenienced,he added.The SpeedFit Clinic offers standalone services as well as a Gold Service Package for AED 96 which includes all fluid top-ups and a vehicle health check with oil change. Furthermore, customers can also select a Platinum Service Package which includes additional benefits for AED 96 net. Neil Coolledge added, SpeedFit Group have created a new concept for servicing all makes of vehicles for RAK Mall visitors and can assure UAE residents that they will be seeing many more facilities opening soon in partnership with Lulu Group.

EEG’S 7TH COMMUNITY LECTURE 2014: " GREEN MUNICIPAL INFRASTRUCTURE: PRACTICES FROM ABU DHABI MUNICIPALITY "

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: t the end of every month, Emirates Environmental Group organizes a free lecture for the community of the UAE. This platform provides a learning experience for residents alike and plays a vital role in

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need to meet the means of f u t u r e s e r v i c e development,reduced public expenditure, and set standards that relate to safety and sustainability.

The lecture covered the prior topics and more, shedding a focus on the work of Abu Dhabi Municipality. Conducted studies in sustainable roads, pavements, and

relevant topics in the field of Environmentalism. On September 30th, 2014, EEG held the 7th Lecture of the year on the topic “Green Municipal Infrastructure: Practices from Abu Dhabi Municipality”. The occasion was held in the corporate headquarters of Dubai Customs, with the additional support of Corporate Members Abela & Co and Crystal Gallery. Attendees from all different professional backgrounds throughout the UAE were in attendance of the event, filling up the auditorium and ready to build on their knowledge of the topic at hand. With the increasing population density in the UAE, the need for maintainable and sustainable means of transportation are at a high.

Road assessment management is vital and the

applications for projects were discussed.

Furthermore, an overview on certain sustainability strategies, such as sustainable public lighting, recycling aggregates, and the implementation of Geogrids in road projects were explained in detail.The lecture ended with the future of the municipality’s work and the implementation of Abu Dhabi’s Urban Roads Sustainability Rating System, which provides methodologies to assess how sustainable, or "green,"infrastructure projects are.The lecture was administered by Dr. Ahmed Hassan Ali, a certified Project Management Professional and has 24 years experience, including s t u d i e s o n t h e Implementation of Sustainability Concepts in Abu Dhabi Municipality Projects.

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AZAD FASHION INTERNATIONAL FASHION ICONS AND CELEBRITIES TO ATTEND 2ND EDITION OF ‘VOGUE FASHION DUBAI EXPERIENCE’ •Exclusive events and exhibitions open to the public will highlight international talents and designers •Fashion Talks led by renowned fashion designers and icons; free registration for public at www.vfdebyemaar.com •Ciara, Elissa, Franca Sozzani, Philipp Plein, Alberta Ferretti, Roberto Cavalli, Suzy Menkes, JJ Martin, Peter Dundas, Soko, Latifa, Liya Kebede, Lira and Lola Lennox, amongst the celebrities and fashion icons to attend the event •International fashion brands extend support with exclusive in-store activities held at The Dubai Mall

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: urtains will go up on Vo g u e F a s h i o n Dubai Experience (VFDE) 2014, the largest fashion event of its kind in the Middle East, on October 30, 2014 at 7pm, with an exclusive fashion show that will see the participation of international celebrities such as Ciara, Elissa and Latifa and renowned fashion designers and icons including Franca Sozzani, Philipp Plein, Roberto Cavalli, Peter Dundas and Suzy Menkes.Organised by global property developer Emaar Properties and Vogue Italia, one of the world’s most influential fashion magazines, VFDE 2014 will be held until November 1 at The Dubai Mall and the Armani Hotel Dubai. The three-day celebration of fashion will highlight the talent of international designers with an exclusive fashion show at The Dubai Mall Fashion

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Catwalk. VFDE 2014 also features a two-day I n t e r n a t i o n a l Ta l e n t s Showcase and Fashion Talks led by celebrity

designers and fashion icons at the Armani Hotel Dubai. Both events are open to the public. To attend the Fashion Talks, people will have to register at the dedicated website www.vfdebyemaar.com.

Alongside, The Dubai Mall will host unique exhibitions from Italy as well as a wide range of in-store events organised by fashion retailers. Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties, said:

“The inaugural Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience played a pivotal role in demonstrating our commitment to the global fashion industry and elevating Dubai’s global fashion destination status.

T h i s y e a r, w i t h t h e unwavering support of Mrs Franca Sozzani from Vogue Italia and our valued sponsors, we aim to shine the spotlight on emerging creative talents and provide a platform for nurturing

emerging designers from around the world. The second edition of Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience will provide Dubai’s visitors and residents an opportunity to listen to talks

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the world’s fifth and Asia’s second largest gems and jewellery trade show.The Thai exhibitors had a very satisfactory experience at the just concluded autumn edition of the MidEast Watch & Jewellery Show. The Thai Pavilion was a major crowd puller and became a talking a point for its excellent designs, quality and

craftsmanship among both trade and general visitors to the show,said Mr. Ravi.

During the meetings, the Expo team and the association members also discussed ways to augment participation from GCC countries in the upcoming 55th Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair scheduled to be held at Bangkok’s IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center from February 24 to 28, 2015.The Expo team also met several other government and private sector entities engaged in promoting jewellery trade in Thailand and briefed them about the MidEast Watch & Jewellery Show and the unique status it enjoys in the GCC as the most popular and longest running biannual jewellery event in the region.The 37th MidEast Watch & Jewellery Show was held at Expo Centre Sharjah from October 14 to 18, 2014, under the patronage of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and attracted 55,605 visitors.

The 38th edition of the show will be held at Expo Centre Sharjah fromMarch 31 to April 4, 2015.

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By Qadeer Ahamd Siddiqui Dubai UAE: t comes to no surprise that the beauty and cosmetic business in the region is booming. Women love all things that can enhance their physical appearance and wellbeing.

Mohsin and Saleh, distributor of the finest and premium beauty products, understands that need.Thus, bringing to the region the best in the market BeautyLash and Silcopad.They say the eyes are the windows to your soul. So, what better way to take care of your eyes than

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makeup and skincare treatment. You can achieve a professional eye makeup without corrections as it protects skin from eye shadow fallout and unwanted mascara smearing. How to use?

Silcopad is very easy to use as it is made up of high tech silicone pads. It adheres to the skin using the body’s

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FASHION EXPERTS LAUD DUBAI’S ‘INCREDIBLE ART IN RETAILING’

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he ‘incredible art in retailing’ set by Dubai and a focus on promoting new talent through initiatives such as Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience (VFDE), organised by Emaar Properties and Vogue Italia, will help build a new narrative for the fashion industry, experts told a packed audience at the inaugural Fashion Talks held in Armani Hotel Dubai.The Fashion Talks, which brought together industry stakeholders, talented designers and the fashion-loving public as part of the second VFDE, was highlighted by candid discussions on the ongoing trends in the industry, the challenges in driving global success and a personal success story of how winning in fashion is all about ‘ n u r t u r i n g y o u r dreams.Franca Sozzani, editor-in-chief of Vogue Italia, said that the new era in retailing set at The Dubai Mall was an inspiration to launch Vo g u e F a s h i o n D u b a i Experience, which provides a sustainable platform for supporting young designers.

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SHARJAH SHOW SHINES BRIGHT FOR THAI JEWELLERY INDUSTRY Expo Centre team in Bangkok to boost trade ties

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he UAE and the rest of the GCC have become a lucrative market for Thai jewellery d e s i g n e r s a n d manufacturers, prompting them to focus more on the country and the region.Thai jewellers had an impressive presence at the just concluded MidEast Watch & Jewellery Show at Expo Centre Sharjah last month, and the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), and the Thai Gems and Jewellery Traders Association (TGJTA) are planning to scale up Thai participation in future editions of the show.Aiming to enhance the existing ties with Thailand and its gem and jewellery traders, an Expo Centre Sharjah team of senior executives visited Bangkok recently and held talks with key stakeholders from both private and government sectors.Our visit was aimed at strengthening the trade ties with jewellery traders and mutually benefit from the rise in demand for gold & diamond jewellery,said Mr. Saif Mohammed Al Midfa, CEO, Expo Centre Sharjah.Mr. Midfa along with Mr. P. Ravi, Director, Marketing, Expo Centre Sharjah, met senior executives of DITP, TGJTA, and the Gems, Jewelry and P r e c i o u s M e t a l Confederation of Thailand (GJPCT), including Mr. Somchai Phornchindarak, President of TGJTA & Chairman of GJPCT.More than 30 Thai exhibitors took part in the 37th MidEast Watch & Jewellery Show at Expo Centre Sharjah. We are planning a substantial increase... our aim is to eventually increase the number of exhibitors to 100 in the near future,” said Mr. Phornchindarak.The Thai Gems and Jewellery Traders Association organises the bi-annual Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair, which is regarded as

by internationally renowned designers and also view the creativity of a range of talented designers. The event further highlights the credentials of The Dubai Mall as the ultimate destination of choice for fashion.Franca Sozzani, Vogue Italia Editor in Chief, said: Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience highlights the dynamic growth of Dubai as fashion capital. While celebrating the newest trends of the industry, today we are supporting the work of extremely talented young and emerging designers. Fashion needs new energies in order to present original perspectives, attitudes and aesthetics. The Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience is also a platform for experts and icons of the industry to interact with the next generation of designers. The future of fashion is set through such events.”

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fashion, she also reminded the emerging that designers that “it is not necessary to give up one’s personal style to succeed commercially but it is extremely important to have a vision. Not all the successful brands are necessarily highly creative. But they know how to attract people through marketing.Mrs. Sozzani said that fashion schools will “give you the tools but not the gift,” and that it is for the young designers to take their creations to the next level by “doing what we love, taking risks and working hard.” She said that “fashion is a media tool” that can be effectively used to address a number of societal issues, which she now supports in Africa. “We created a local fashion industry in five years while also focusing on empowering women. If we get young designers, base your

production locally and build a distribution network, you can create a vibrant industry, much like Italy did post the World War.Mrs. Sozzani said that the young designers are today more aware of the ethical considerations in fashion, and that there is a rich base of new talent. “But we need time to grow them.”

She reminded the aspiring

young designers that “fashion has now rules,” and “if you are creative, lucky and can find a

good business partner,” any time is good to start launch o n e ’s o w n b r a n d . P e t e r Dundas, Creative Director of Emilio Pucci, provided insights into his creative process, describing his own style as being impulsive. He said that designers must not be slave to the brand history but find their own identity and personalise them.Talking on his journey that started at law school before venturing into furniture design and then defining his personal brand, Philipp Plein described himself as a “big dreamer” who was motivated to do something out of nothing and went on to create a global brand in less than four years since its launch at Milan. He prefers to design wearable fashion than for the catwalk.

He advised the emerging designers that it is important to differentiate their product.

“When you create something new, you are not a brand; retailers and consumers buy your product first. So you must differentiate it by setting a DNA for the brand and creating iconic pieces.VFDE 2014 official partners are Sephora, LG Electronics, Pepsi Co and Maserati, with OSN as the official TV partner.

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SECOND AFBAA REGIONAL SYMPOSIUM A RESOUNDING SUCCESS

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he African Business Aviation Association held its second AfBAA Regional Symposium 2014 in Johannesburg 14 -15 September and welcomed leading international industry figures from the full spectrum of the Business Aviation sector. Discussions were kicked off following a keynote address from the Honourable Ms. Poppy Khoza, Director General of the South African Civil Aviation Authority. She stressed the importance of meetings that encouraged growth in Business Aviation commenting that it can be a major catalyst for development. “The CAA has a role to play defining the growth to ensure it can be leveraged to maximum effect,” she said adding that liberalisation is a key issue, as an open skies approach on the continent would encourage evolution. She added that a number of factors were critical for the future of the sector including aircraft financing, capacity development, and safety stating, “safety and security must not be a barrier to aviation growth but it (aviation) mustn't grow at expense of them either.AfBAA’s Founding Chairman, Tarek Ragheb echoed much of Khosa’s presentation as he made his welcome speech outlining four pillars - aircraft finance, safety and training, advocacy, in addition to data and analysis - that would framework AfBAA activity for the next year. He also stressed the need to advocate on behalf of the industry particularly to the government and regulatory bodies and encouraged stakeholders in the industry to take up this mantle too.

Advocacy remains at the heart of AfBAA activity and Ragheb stressed this would continue to be the case arguing that tackling smaller issues one at a time would b e t h e w a y forward.Demonstrating the Association’s commitment to increase the financing options available to the African buyers of Business Aviation Ragheb announced that AfBAA, successfully mentored a $290 million fund for Africa-based citizens to

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PROFESSOR GHASSAN AOUAD HOSTS LANDMARK GRADUATION CEREMONY FOR BUILT ENVIRONMENT

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he Chartered Institute of Building’s (CIOB) Middle East branch held its first Graduation Ceremony on Saturday 18th October 2014 to welcome 19 member’s full chartered membership and fellowship status of the Institute.The Graduation Ceremony was followed by the Middle East Annual Dinner which was attended by over 150 built environment professionals from across the breadth of the industry.The Ceremony and Dinner was hosted by the current President of the CIOB, Professor Ghassan Aouad who said: “I am absolutely delighted to lead the first ever graduation ceremony to be held in Dubai. These 19 people have shown a commitment to professionalism to become fully chartered and fellowship members of the Institute.With over 150 professionals attending the event, this is testament to the reach and influence that the CIOB is having in the Middle East, which has seen our membership grow

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by 75 percent in the last 3 years.The closing keynote address was given by Edmund O’Sullivan, Chairman of MEED Events

who discussed the role that the construction industry has in addressing population growth in cities.

Mr O’Sullivan cited that population growth is expected to reach 10 billion people by the year 2050 and the vital role that the construction industry will have to play in doubling the sizes of cities.The event took place at the Armani Hotel, Burj Khalifa in Dubai.

It was sponsored and supported by Beresford Wilson & Partners, WSP, CCS, Hafele, McLaren, Qualitaz, Santia, Simmons & Simmons, and Sun & Shades

KHALAF AL HABTOOR HOLDS TALKS WITH THE HUNGARIAN AMBASSADOR TO THE UAE

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: halaf Ahmad Al Habtoor, Chairman of the Al Habtoor Group held talks with His Excellency Zoltán Jancsi, the Hungarian Ambassador to the UAE on S u n d a y September 29, 2014. They discussed the economic climate in the UAE. Al Habtoor said, “There is a new energy in the UAE. There is so much going on here and investors from all over the world are realizing that.”Al Habtoor himself has invested heavily in Hungary. He has two hotels in the Hungarian capital Budapest. In 2011 he purchased Le Méridien Budapest, and earlier this year he bought the InterContinential Hotel on the banks of the Danube.Hungary is a beautiful country, and I am fortunate to have two hotels in prime locations boasting

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: h e i c o n i c InterContinental Genève welcomes Jacky Tresch as the newly appointed Director of Business Development. In his new role, he will lead new business opportunities while strengthening commercial and marketing activities of the establishment, elevating the business to new heights.

I am truly delighted for the opportunity to build on the present success of the InterContinental Genève and evolve its legacy. It is a very exciting time to be joining the first international hospitality brand in Geneva after undergoing a major refurbishment last year,” Jacky Tresch comments.

Jacky brings with him over 25 years of international expertise in the luxury hospitality sector. His impressive journey started with obtaining a degree in a Hotel Management School in Strasbourg. His training began at the Strasbourg Hilton in the operational field before he decided to step into the corporate sales and marketing domain. In 1994, he progressed as the International Commercial Director of the Hospitality and Congress division of the diverse portfolio of Vivendi.The Frenchman’s unwavering pursuit and

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dedication saw him promoted from 2000 to 2006 at Sofitel Hotels and Resorts, first as the Worldwide Market Positioning Director and then as Vice-President of Sales and Marketing for Europe, Africa and the MiddleEast. During his tenure, he played a key role in formulating and implementing sales strategies, which opened doors to the prestigious hotel Le Richemond in Geneva. Prior to joining the InterContinental Genève, Jacky’s most recent role was as Director of Sales and Marketing and AdInterim Director at the fivestar Royal Savoy in Lausanne, which he held for almost two years.Jurgen Baumhoff, General Manager of the InterContinental Geneva comments, “We wish Jacky a warm welcome to the team. With his wealth of experience, expertise and passion, we look forward to seeing him take the team’s plans for expansion and growth to greater heights.”

THE FUTURE OF GLOBAL MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS UNVEILED AT GITEX TECHNOLOGY WEEK, DUBAI Inmarsat reveals revolutionary communication services through its satellites

there. Plus Hungarian lowcost airline now offers flights direct from Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport.

In June, Al Habtoor launched a Hungarianlanguage edition of his best-selling autobiography ‘Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor – the Autobiography’ in Hungary. The account of his journey through life is now available in three languages.

MAJID AL FUTTAIM RETAIL LAUNCHES“CARREFOUR CITY – THE NEIGHBOURING STORE” IN THE UAE Carrefour by Majid Al Futtaim Retail brings in a new concept of daily shopping

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ajid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East and North Africa, today announced the launch of Carrefour City – The Neighboring Store: a s m a l l e r s i z e d , neighborhood store designed to offer easy access to daily shopping.

Carrefour City brings the best loved aspects of Carrefour to a convenient corner store concept easily accessible to customers around the city. With up to 4,000 products on the shelves for daily and weekly shopping needs and a broad range of fresh food, ready to eat meals and snacks, Carrefour City offers a quick and easy shopping experience. In an area between 100 to 400 Sq. metres, customers will find a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, bread and dairy products, a large selection of snacks for lunch as well as the Carrefour private label

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products.The Carrefour City model, a best practice started in France, is developed to answer to the daily shopping needs of the residential & business communities with a focus on fresh food, beverages, groceries and dairy products” commented Franck Rouquet, Vice President Majid Al Futtaim Carrefour Market UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain. Committed to enhancing customer shopping experience, Carrefour City staff is highly trained to assist and advice customers ensuring the highest customer satisfaction. In store customers will find bill payment services; mobile recharge and nol cards as well as registration and redemption to the same great loyalty Carrefour MyCLUB rewards, available in all Carrefour stores in the UAE.The first Carrefour City will open in November 2014 in collaboration with RTA Metro, with a plan to expand nationwide.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: nmarsat the leading provider of global mobile satellite communications services, unveiled major innovations during GITEX Technology Week, all of which are designed to deliver the most powerful, portable and flexible connectivity services on a global scale.For the first time in the Middle East, Inmarsat provided live demonstrations of its innovative, recently launched IsatHub service, which brings assured, globally available 3G smart device connectivity to a new generation of users.The c o m p a n y a l s o demonstrated the latest addition to its market leading satellite phone portfolio; the robust and reliable IsatPhone 2.

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Specifically for government customers, Inmarsat presented the recently launched, civilian version of its L-TAC, beyond-line-ofsight (BLOS) service, providing military-grade connectivity to the civilian emergency services.

A d d i t i o n a l l y, I n m a r s a t presented the latest developments in the world’s first global, mobile highspeed broadband service; Global Xpress (GX). The first of three GX satellites entered commercial service in July 2014 and is now being deployed by customers, from whom Inmarsat is receiving highly positive feedback.

SHARING IS CARING wagamama launches a new set menu and offers groups the chance to win

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: agamama dubai celebrate friendship, family and laughter this festive season with a new set menu for groups of family and friends to enjoy and share. starting from october 15, groups of six or more can book at their favourite branch and enter the draw for their chance to win wagama m a voucher s .The simple set menu provides the perfect fuss free option for group gatherings. friends and loved ones can enjoy wagamama favorites including gyozas, chicken katsu curry, yaki soba and prawn kare lomen whilst seated at wagamama’s iconic long tables.

After the meal guests can sip green tea and treat themselves to heavenly desserts such as rich chocolate and chilli banana mousse cake or ginger and lemongrass creme brulee with a crunchy top and creamy inside, topped off with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Book your next group outing at your favourite wagamama branch to delight in the fresh and tasty asian flavours and have the chance to win aed 700 voucher

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purchase Brazilian products.

“Aircraft formed the central focus for this fund and we anticipate this will support new aircraft purchases in the region”.

T h e Associat ion is already i n discussi on with other s u c h agencie s to extend this opportunity.International guest of honour Senior Vice President of the Export Import Bank of the United States, Robert Morin added to this thread as he spoke about how business aviation stimulates economic growth and unlocks opportunities. In proving the point he stated that his bank had provided over $7 billion for African aviation. Education at all levels needs to take place Morin stated and U.S. aircraft manufacturers must work with the ExIm bank to maximize it as a sales tool.

Echoing a number of delegates’ thoughts he commented that partners are needed in Africa to make things happen and was pleased to acknowledge Investec and Air Finance as the banks newly appointed ‘qualified advisor’ partners in Africa. The ExIm bank has traditionally focused on financing aircraft, but Morin stated that in recent years the institution has begun to finance services and infrastructure such as MROs and FBO’s as long as the products involved link with the USA.Underpinning the fact that all businesses need statistics to create strategy for growth Ragheb announced that JETNET IQ had developed, in association with AfBAA, original data about the current position of African Business Aviation.

Responding to the constant demand for African data and statistics AfBAA commissioned JETNET IQ to collate the information.

The quantitative data, available to AfBAA members only, highlights detailed information about the state of Africa’s Business Aviation fleet, details about purchasing intentions, aircraft usage, age of fleet,

CIPRIANI YAS ISLAND’S AUTUMN COLLECTION The marine-front gem launches an impressive collection of weekly activities this November

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he world renowned brand Cipriani leads into Autumn with the launch of an exciting set of weekly activities. Whether

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guests are looking to unwind with live Jazz music on Wednesdays or relax with friends at the beautiful lounge on the weekends, Cipriani Yas Island is the perfect evening venue. This season, Cipriani Yas Island launches ‘The Evening Social’ elegant Wednesday evenings to spend at this stunning venue where ladies receive selected, complimentary house beverages from 7:00 to 10:00pm. Also on offer during these hours is a special menu with a

delicious assortment of healthy delights from the Yotto Sushi Bar or Cipriani’s classic Italian menu at AED 250 per plate. Coupled with Jazz so smooth that guests almost slide off their seats; Wednesday evenings just got a whole lot better.Bellini Lounge Nights’ on Thursdays are the perfect ending to a long working

week as the resident DJ welcomes guests into the weekend with a lively beat.

For guests that miss Thursday events, ‘The Sequel’ offers a second opportunity to continue the weekend entertainment with every Friday. The outlet generously invites guests to half the bill on select house beverages from 8:00 to 11 : 0 0 p m a n d t a i l o r e d

menus starting from AED 250, the end of the week is truly something to look forward to at Cipriani Yas Island. To celebrate the truffle season, the outlet’s pasta favourites are enhanced with fresh white truffles while each glass of bubbly is offered at half its original price with each dish.Whether guests are in the mood for soulful jazz or a great house track, Cipriani Yas Island has something for everyone. With legendary service, renowned cuisine and a breathtaking marine-front setting, evenings at Cipriani are the place to be this Autumn. With Formula One just around the corner; Yas Island’s grandest season of the year, Cipriani hosts direct views of the race track from the terrace that can be enjoyed whilst sipping on refreshing beverages and sampling gastronomical delights from an impressive menu. Advance bookings for this hotspot are highly recommended.

and the challenges to growth. Rolland Vincent of JETNET IQ also chose the symposium as a launch pad for a new survey, which will aim to bolster t h e original informatio n with further details f r o m leading stakehold ers and AfBAA members.

This intensified research, which will explore the future of African Business Aviation, is to be readied for the AfBAA Rendezvous, open to AfBAA members only, which will be held in Angola in February 2015. Demonstrating the effectiveness of AfBAA’s advocacy as an Association the operator’s panel began with Nuno Pereira of Angolan-based FBO and maintenance company Bestfly thanking the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for responding to the role for improved support on the continent. Notably since the call for support went out at the AfBAA Regional Symposium 2013 the major OEMs have improved the availability of spares and access to maintenance knowledge as it was noted that one of the biggest challenges to sales was assuring owners that their assets would be secure in Africa. The improved maintenance, repair and overhaul offering, wider implementation of Safety Management Systems and an increased number of experienced aircraft management companies has served to support greater sales across the continent. In the spirit of advocacy and building on Ms. Khosa’s comments regarding liberalization the suggestion was made to begin to develop regional open skies between allied countries rather than try to join the whole continent at once. “The journey of a million miles starts with a single step and by approaching the concept of open skies with a regional approach we may just make this possible,” added Ragheb. Five key points were outlined for AfBAA to focus on that would support

this concept. Improving ease of access to over-flight clearances between countries, creating systems that enable more efficient access to landing permits, consistency of document acceptance including insurance and airworthiness papers at all African airports, and a consistent call through the meeting of more understanding from and education of local CAAs. The final pillar that the symposium agreed should be a focus for the next twelve months was the need to increase safety and training on the continent. The safety panel suggested that AfBAA needs to design a clear-cut objective for safety and devise a means for communicating its efficacy to r e g u l a t o r s .

Acknowledgement was made that there are safety methods in place, but that a formulated approach would support continent wide uptake.Once again a call was made to engage with the regulatory bodies to help them better understand the differences between commercial and business aviation to underline the importance of these elements. In rounding up the two-day event Rady Fahmy, Executive Director AfBAA, stated that AfBAA continues to build momentum with a growth in membership and that it is gaining strength from increased participation from the members.We are here to share the success, knowledge, and challenges of our colleagues and to use these as a means of shaping AfBAA’s future. The success of this symposium, which has been attended by a significant number of industry leaders of the highest calibre, demonstrates how interested stakeholders are in sharing their knowledge and experience. We have a framework for the future and this is enriched by the practical experience of our members. We must use this to maximise the significant potential the continent of Africa holds for the Business Aviation sector. We continue to encourage participation and look forward to the next Regional Symposium the details of which will be announced in the very near future,” he concluded.

ABU DHABI ART: BEYOND DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE INSPIRED

BY UAE AESTHETICS FOR A GLOBAL AUDIENCE

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he Abu Dhabi Art UAE Designer P r o g r a m m e culminates this year with a presentation of innovative design product prototypes

guidance by UK-designer Kieren Jones who worked closely with the UAE designers throughout their process. Jones and curator Moira Lascelles, curate Future Nomads a presentation and

using elements of UAE craft

by Fatima Al Zaabi, Noora Al Awar andKholoud S h a r a f i o f t h e multidisciplinary design firm TINKAH.

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For its inaugural year, TCA Abu Dhabi collaborated with British Council to provide mentorship and

include the Wings Project and the commission of Anarchitecture, an innovative UAE-based architecture firm to redesign the boutique retail shop, Artyfact.

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PARK HYATT TO OPEN “ ROYAL VILLA “ FOR EVENTS

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: aadiyat-based Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas will open a “Royal Villa” for hosting events and other purposes, Event Manager Clementine Porot has said.The opening is part of the Hotel’s preparations for the new event season, Porot said, adding that a special team has been formed for this purpose.The Royal Villa is the Hotel’s most luxurious and exclusive setting, which features a private garden and a pool overlooking Saadiyat Beach.It is an ideal location for private

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receptions and cozy dinners under the stars...we have also developed our very own team building activity programmes to enhance team dynamics through a variety of offers, from private cooking classes with our executive chef to the “Turtle Survivor Challenge” with our m a r i n e b i o l o g i st.Po ro t d e s c r i bed the Hotel’s “Residence” as the best seller with its unique concept and design, representing each part of a home, including the Kitchen, the Dining Room, the Majlis, the Drawing Room and the Living Room.It is the perfect setting for a luxury product launch, a VIP meeting or a

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Abu Dhabi on Nov 13 ,2014 , under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi crown Prince and deputy supreme commander of the UAE armed forces.

Tawazun invited visitors to come to its stand at the 10day festival to be set up on Abu Dhabi Corniche.The aim to take part in this event is to contribute to preparing an educated generation of Emiratis and motivate them to join technology and scientific fields,” Tawazun’s CEO HE Saif Mohamed Al Hajeri saidWe will do our best to ensure the success of

AUTO ART EXHIBITION AT SOFITEL ABU DHABI CORNICHE

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: 7th November at Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche will be opened AUTO ART

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Beach, ideal for gala dinners or cocktail receptions.Porot said the most important feature of our venues is the

fact that wherever guests are meeting, there is an outdoor area that allows them to truly take a break.

From the ballroom with its 500 square metre outdoor terrace to The Residence with its private veranda attached to each meeting room, these venues really take guests out of the traditional four-walls-withno-windows meeting setting.Porot said the Hotel’s location near all of Abu Dhabi’s main attractions definitely plays a big role in motivating its team and obliging it to “always improve its offerings.”

TAWAZUN SPONSORING ABU DHABI SCIENCE FESTIVAL 2014

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: awazun Holdings confirms sponsorship of the fourth science festival due to be launched in

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this important event with the support of our wise lead e r s h i p . . w e w i l l b e

Shevchenko dedicated to Formula 1 Etihad Airways Grand Prix Abu Dhabi 2014.

The project is conducted under the patronage of Hamed Bin Mohamed Khalifa Al Suwaidi, Patron & President of N2N Gallery Abu Dhabi. This is the premier exhibition of U k r a i n i a n a r t i s t Yu r i Shevchenko in the Middle East who is Shevchenko is well known for his contemporary pop-art and naturmort oil paintings on canvas.

“Sofitel brand is built on three pillars: design, gastronomy & culture. We invite capital’s residents and guests to visit Auto Art Exhibition in the lobby of our hotel during Formula 1,” s a i d N a e l E l - W a a r y, General Manager of Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche.During last 100 years automobile

DIWANEE ADDS CELEBRITY & ENTERTAINMENT WEBSITE, MASHAHEERI.COM, TO ITS GROWING PORTFOLIO OF PREMIUM ARABIC PORTALS

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: iwanee Media Group, the leading digital publisher of premium Arabic content for women in the MENA region, unveils its newest website Mashaheeri.com, a specialised celebrity and entertainment portal.

Mashaheeri.com is the latest addition to Diwanee’s existing portfolio of websites which include Yasmina.com, 3a2ilati.com, Atyab Tabkha.com and Mooda.com, collectively reaching over 7 million unique visitors per month and 30 million page views.

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organizing innovative activities for children as part of this event,” he added.Our world and lives are becoming more technological. We are proudly taking our role to shape and support the technological future of our country and ensuring a great career opportunities for our next generation.` Saif Al Hajeri said.Tawazun’s stand at the event, which also covers Sharjah and Al Ain for the first time, will include contests and games besides a character called “Suhail” embodying an ambitious Emirati who loves science and acting as an ambassador for Tawazun to promote science and technology among children.

civilization and the evolution of a human genius. Automobile has evolved from a concept of transportation to a symbol of possession and even object of contemporary art.

Car is a unique human creation that evokes desire to speed and possess. A car’s life is very connected to life of its master.

Therefore, fashion, culture and other social necessities were transferred into cars.

Automobiles are like people – they have a character, leader, favourites, etc.

There are famous, rich and ordinary cars…

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international celebrity stories from the world of television, music and film, as well as breaking news and the most trending entertainment topics in the Middle East.

Mashaheeri.com will have dedicated sections including : People, Movies, Music, and TV Shows, which will cover the most popular and trending series, from Star Academy to Arab Idol to The Voice, with 20-30 pieces of content being uploaded across the site on a daily basis.Get the latest celebrity news, celebrity photos, style and videos

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EPMA HOLDS FIRST EDUCATIONAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE EPMA’s conference inspires Emirati students to pursue careers in Project Management and help develop the nation

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: eveloping local p r o j e c t management expertise is essential for the future growth of the UAE economy, delegates at the first Young Crew of the Future Conference were told today at the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr (5 November) in Abu Dhabi.The importance of high quality and highly skilled project managers was highlighted during the event.Organised by the Emirates Project Management Academy (EPMA), the conference brought together project management specialists from various sectors across the UAE to share knowledge and best practice. The event provided a platform for experts from the industry to network and share experiences with students to encourage them to become the future leaders in this discipline.

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project management in the UAE as the country continues its plan of developing various complex mega-projects which involve significant investment and are aimed at driving the nation’s future economic growth.Over the next few years, the UAE has planned of number of largescale, multibillion dollar projects which will help achieve the national vision o f e c o n o m i c diversification,” said Mohamed Al Hammadi, Chairman of EPMA and CEO of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC).

“Project management expertise is critical for the growth of business and economy, and for the UAE as a nation.EPMA is providing project management professionals from different sectors with networking opportunities to become better connected with industry peers and work in harmony across the broad spectrum of project management.Dr Alaa Al Zeitoun, Executive Director for the Corporate Program Management Office at ENEC and board member of the Project Management Institute (PMI) commented: “As little as 17 per cent of global CEOs consider

project management strategic to the achievement of organisational goals.The conference heard from other industry leaders who highlighted the importance of attracting and developing project management talent in the UAE’s fast-paced and evolving market.

Juma Al Ghaith, Executive Director at Dubai Customs said:The most important aspect of project delivery is to develop the people as well as the actual project.

Ensuring proper management, having the right people, the right methodology and the right technology means complex projects can and will be delivered on time.Nizar Luqman, Senior Advisor for UAE National Development at Mubadala, congratulated the students on choosing the field of project management and encouraged them to pursue their education with courage, persistence and the right attitude. The most important project you will work on is your life,he told the audience of student delegates and project m a n a g e m e n t professionals.During the following panel discussion, Badr Al Olama, Chief Executive of STRATA, said:We live in a competitive world and competition in all markets is healthy. The future of competition is the competitiveness of capabilities. Developing skills in project management is an i n v e s t m e n t i n yourself.Students from colleges and universities across the UAE heard key lessons and success stories from industry leaders and CEOs and learnt how young talent can progress the future growth and development of the UAE. The young delegates also had the opportunity to develop a roadmap on how their education and training can meet the demands of the future project m a n a g e m e n t workplace.EPMA was established in early 2012 to develop project management qualifications and capability in the UAE and a community of professionals who can collaborate on the development of best practices in this field.

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AIR CAIRO TO OFFER ONLINE PAYMENT OPTION FROM PAYFORT NETWORK TO ITS CUSTOMERS Egypt’s share of the region’s 2014 $50 billion online ticketing market was 12 percent or $6 billion PAYFORT, the region’s leading online payment service provider, adds a new merchant to its portfolio from the high-potential travel industry

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: AYFORT, the Arab world’s leading online payment service provider, announced today that it has signed an agreement with Air Cairo an airline that services the Middle East and offers inclusive tour flights to Egypt from Europe, Africa and Asia which will allow the carrier to offer PAYFORT payment options to its customers.We are very excited to be partnering with Air Cairo as we feel that we have a number of innovative

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online payment options and solutions that can really help its business grow,” said Omar Soudodi, Managing Director of PAYFORT. “By offering a wide range of payment options, including credit/debit card payments from globally recognized pay-ment leaders such as American Express, cashU, MasterCard, and Visa, we are helping to boost sales and adding convenience to the ticket booking process.This partnership is demonstrative of PAY F O RT ’s c o n t i n u e d commitment to offering members of region’s travel and hospitality industry the best online payment options, which will enable them to thrive in the region’s rapidly changing, and increasingly electronic, commerce environment,he added.While less than ten percent of the region’s traditional airlines’ bookings are conducted online, nearly 50 percent of the region’s low-fare carriers’ bookings are made online. By partnering with the low-fare carrier, PAYFORT is poised to benefit from this trend.

More generally, the region’s airline industry a $50 billion online ticketing market in 2014, of which the Egyptian marketshare is 12 percent or $6 billion has experienced considerable growth over the last decade, with the percentage of global passengers using Arab airlines carriers increasing from 2 percent in 2002 to 11 percent (352 million passengers) in 2013.

Air Cairo has chosen PAYFORT due to its great

reputation in the online payment business in the region and its state-of-theart technology, which makes online purchasing enjoyable for the customer, who can

rest assured that, due to PAYFORT’s compliance with PCI requirements, they will get the service they paid for and that their personal data will remain secure,” said Yasser Elramly, CEO & Chairman Air Cairo.For m e r c h a n t s PAY F O R T makes online business more relaxing as its fraud detection module greatly reduces fraudulent activity, which minimizes risk and the potential for loss.We at Air Cairo expect that PayFort will maximize our online business through their various solutions offered in several countries such as pay@store, pay@home and ‘call center payment solutions.’ These innovative solutions will allow Air Cairo to reach more customers and different market segmentations and will provide the ability to use yield management in the selling our products, which include not only the seats themselves but also ancillary revenue products.The addition of Air Cairo to the PAYFORT portfolio strengthens its already potent group of travel and hospitality players from across the region, which includes Air Arabia, the Sharjah-based United Arab Emirates national budget airline; Flynas, a leading low-cost Saudi airline; Flyin.com, Safarna.com, a Cairobased online platform that combines more than 300 travel agencies worldwide; Triptanza, Hammock Tours, a Cairo-based travel agency specializing in honeymoons and group trips; GoEjaza.com, a Cairobased online travel agency; Yas Island, the UAE’s prime business, leisure and entertainment destination; and TECOM Investments, a real-estate master developer, operator of Dubai's leading business parks, and Dubai Holding portfolio company.

KEEP CALM AND BRUNCH BY THE BEACH The season’s hottest beach lounge Azure Bleu re-opens with two incredible brunches at Meydan Beach

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CYPRIOT WINS RACE FOR PRIZED PLACE AT FIA INSTITUTE YOUNG DRIVER EXCELLENCE ACADEMY Sulayem says Polykarpou has chance to take motor sport career to another level after topping regional qualifier at Yas Marina Circuit

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: fter three days of t e s t s a n d evaluations at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit, Panikos Polykarpou of Cyprus won a major boost for his motor sport career today by gaining selection to the FIA Institute’s 2015 Young Driver Excellence A c a d e m y. P o l y k a r p o u earned his place in the fullyfunded 2015 Academy programme based on his overall display on the track, in the classroom and in the gymnasium during the Middle East, North Africa and Central Asia qualifying event at the home of November’s F1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.He now has the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of previous Academy graduates who have gone on to greater things, including World Rally Championship drivers Andreas Mikkelsen, Pontus Tidemand and Craig Breen, and Formula One reserve drivers Alexander Rossi, Stoffel Vandoorne, and Robin Frijns.While Polykarpou grabbed the top prize, there were no losers in Abu Dhabi, as each of the other 12 young drivers who had been nominated by the national motor sport authorities in their own countries gained invaluable knowledge and experience to help them in their careers.I’m very happy to

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win, especially as I felt a lot of tension on the first day, said the 23-year-old Polykarpou, who was warmly received as the winner by Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE, organisers of the selection event, one

of six being staged worldwide on behalf of the FIA Institute.I have learnt a lot this week, and I’m very excited to be going through to the Academy because I will be among the best young drivers in the world and it can do a lot for me in my career.” Sulayem, the FIA Vice President, said: “We were proud to have been chosen by the FIA Institute to host this event for the second year in succession. It is a great tribute to the UAE’s status in motor sport, and to the wonderful facilities here at Yas Marina Circuit.The Academy will give Panikos a great opportunity to take

SPS AUTOMOTIVE PERFORMANCE MERCEDES-BENZ SLS AMG GT3 WINS SIXTH HANKOOK 12H HUNGARY

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he SPS automotive performance team won the sixth running of the Hankook 12H HUNGARY with its Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG G T 3 ( # 4 , Pierburg/Müller/Arnold).

During the twelve-hour race at the 4.381 kilometres long Hungaroring Grand Prix circuit, the three German drivers racked up

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a total of 345 laps, equalling a distance of 1,511.445 kilometres. Lance-David Arnold drove the gullwing sports car across the finish line and commented: “A great victory for us, especially as my two teammates never raced here before.” In a race that was marked by changeable weather conditions with several rain showers, Swiss team, Hofor Racing, completed the 1-2 for Mercedes-Benz customer teams with their SLS AMG G T 3 ( # 1 , Kroll/Heyer/Frankenhout/E

Motorsport, also looked set for a good result with its Porsche (#20, Amstutz/M. Ineichen/R. Ineichen) that led for most of the first half of the race. However, a problem with the brake system that couldn’t be repaired on site eventually forced the Swiss team to retire.

In third place overall, Austrian team ZaWotec Racing celebrated victory in the SP2 class with its Porsche 997 Cup (#8, Uckermann/D aum/Schreier ), winning by the moret h a n comfortable margin of 19 laps over the S P S automotive performance Porsche 991 Cup (#7, Moodley/Maharaj/Jarvis).

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F ( # 4 6 , Mrazauskas/Baltramiejuna s / Va s t a k a s / K a b l y s ) finished a distant third in class.The A5 class brought success for French Team Altran with its pair of Peugeot 208 GTis in first and second place. Class victory went to Vincent R a d e r m e c k e r, S t e v e n Palette and Guillaume Roman in the number 18 car, with their team mates Marc Rostan, Johnny Niederhauser and Jerôme Ogay following in second place with the number 19 sister car. For the Altran team, it was the second consecutive class win in a round of the 24H SERIES powered by Hankook following their success in the 24H BARCELONA four weeks ago. The Rimo team from Lithuania finished third in class with its BMW 3 3 5 D ( # 4 1 , Blazulionis/Vitkauskas/Sa multis).

his career to another level, and it’s up to him now how far he goes. At the same time, each of the other drivers have gained a great deal of valuable experience and knowhow that can help them in their careers.On the final day of the selection event the 13 drivers were

quizzed by the judging panel, consisting of the FIA Institute’s Kate Robson, AT C U A E M o t o r s p o r t Director Ronan Morgan, and professional racing driver and instructor Tom O n s l o w Cole.Six drivers were then chosen for a shoot-out, with Polykarpou - a finalist in Abu Dhabi last year being joined by the UAE’s Mansour Al Helei, Kuwait’s Ali M a k h s e e d , L e b a n o n ’s Patrick Njeim, Petr Borodin

from Kazakhstan and Shalva Tsikhelashvili of Georgia. They each set off on timed laps of the Grand Prix circuit in the brand new high performance Nissan 370Zs used throughout three days of driving tests, courtesy of Nissan Middle East.Ultimately, the choice of Polykarpou as the regional winner was based not only on the shoot-out and all-round driving skills displayed over the three days, but also on physical fitness, mental sharpness, and ability to deal with the p r e s s u r e s a n d responsibilities faced in toplevel motor sport.Sulayem said: “There were no losers here, and I’m very pleased to see that Mansour Al Helei showed so much improvement on last year and gave such a good account of himself to reach the final stages this time.”

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place in the overall standings, but nevertheless took home seven trophies for their efforts in the Nations Cup and Corporate Category.On Friday (17 October) evening 34 teams took to the track and immediately it was clear that a dozen of them would be podium contenders, with the championship leaders

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: lympic Gold m e d a l l i s t , Commonwealth champion and Arena Elite athlete, Chad Le Clos grew up in Durban, South Africa where he not only started competing in swimming competitions at age 7 but where he also discovered his ‘other’ passion: surfing.

Durban is home to a thriving surfer community thanks to its consistent waves, regular swells and favourable wind conditions not to mention warm water temperatures year round. With this in mind it is no surprise that Le Clos, with his keen water instinct, was also drawn to the waves and is a good amateur surfer.In celebration of Chad’s passion, Arena and Le Clos have developed a state of the art surf line for the new season, named C Le C. Previewed today at Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, the six piece collection is divided into two themes, both of which acknowledge Chad’s considerable achievements and his South African heritage: Unbelievable and Ready to Roar. Who can forget Le Clos Sr, after his son defeated Michael Phelps in the 200m butterfly and won the Gold at the 2012 London Olympics? Bursting with

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chasing pack.After the first f e w hours C G Racing P r o began to e d g e ahead and at o n e stage h a d alead of around 50 seconds from Batelco.

pride he repeated “unbelievable” to every news outlet who interviewed him. Chad Le Clos’ accomplishments are quite unbelievable. On Sunday, Le Clos secured victory in the FINA Swimming World Cup series after winning 27 out of 27 races across seven legs (Dubai, Doha, Hong Kong, Moscow, Beijing,

Tokyo and Singapore).

Chad pushes himself to improve and to achieve better results, or as he puts it: “You decide how fast you want to swim, how hard you want to train, how good you want to be”.

Ready to roar”, links to C h a d ’s S o u t h A f r i c a n heritage and also to the unique way his father chose to announce Chad’s birth in the local Durban newspaper when he was born: “The lion roared at 10.15”!The C Le C Collection offers a selection of surfer essentials: a hoodie, a rashvest, a low waist short, a midjammer surf belt and a pair of long Bermuda shorts. Each product uses the newest

developments in technical fabrics and sharp prints with

standout colours including lime green, warm orange and turquoise. The prints are dynamic and surfer inspired: abstract roaring lions’ heads in colours inspired by Chad’s homeland and bold graphics.

For both the Unbelievable and Ready to Roar ranges, Arena’s team have built the rashvests, midjammers and low waist shorts from an Italian made fabric, created by the industry leaders in the field, Carvico. It maintains optimum shape retention and is highly sand resistant as well as offering superior UV protection and excellent coverage. It is also exceptionally breathable, ultra-flat and non-curling, ensuring maximum comfort a n d f r e e d o m o f movement.Arena has always been committed to providing water sports enthusiasts with the best, whether going after the Olympic Gold or catching

the biggest wave. The C Le C Collection puts the focus on design and of course, performance thanks to Arena’s continued pursuit of excellence. Speaking at the launch of the new range today Chad Le Clos said:I am very proud of my partnership with Arena.

They're the leading performance swim wear brand in the world right now.

I am excited at the potential of my new range for surfers, sportsmen.....and just guys on holiday! It was a great experience to work with

Arena's design team on this and it's an honour to be here in Dubai at the world famous Atlantis Hotel on the Palm to launch the range today.An exclusive preview sale of the collection will be offered in the arena shop at the FINA World Championships in Doha (December 3 - 7) and the collection will then be available to buy worldwide from June 2015.

KARTDROME ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 3 •Reigning champions CG Racing seeking to repeat treble title win •Batelco look to extend their championship lead in Pro Category •Fierce Corporate battle between CG Racing 1 and Team Emirates •All Emirati team Dubai-5 top aim to extend Nations Cup lead

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BATELCO MAKE IT THREE FROM THREE AFTER TENSE BATTLE FOR TOP HONOURS •Batelco extend their lead in the championship with third win of the season •CG Racing trio of teams take home seven trophies

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: atelco won a thrilling race when they triumphed at the Dubai Kartdrome 700 Kilometre race on Saturday, taking the lead late on in proceedings and thereafter powering to their third consecutive victory in the 2014 Endurance Championship driven by MINI, while reigning champions CG Racing Pro had to settle for second

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ubai Kartdrome this weekend hosts the third round of the 2014 Endurance Championship driven by MINI, and thus fires up the tenth anniversary season of Dubai Autodrome the UAE's first motor racing complex.Over the past decade the Endurance Championship at the Kartdrome, in various guises, has been a mainstay of Dubai's prestigious sporting calendar, delivering some epic contests which are now part of local leisure karting folklore. In keeping with tradition, all ingredients are in place for another intriguing contest, with 32 teams set to do battle for top honours in three categories - Pro, Corporate and Nations - with several contenders for the big prize.Reigning champions CG Racing are once again the team to beat in all categories, having raised the bar over the past few years and along the way making history by being the first team to win all three categories in one season.

Once again as the champions they will be the squad to beat. They lie second by a mere ten points in the Pro Category with CG Racing Pro spearheaded by former karting world champion David Terrien along with Rami Azzam and Piers Pakenham-Walsh on duty. With their CG Racing 1 outfit they top the Corporate Category and lie second Nations Cup standings nevertheless another treble title haul is still very much in

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Batelco returned for the 2014 season and immediately made their mark with victory in Round 1 in February, which they followed up with another win i n R o u n d 2 i n M a y.

Mohammad Al Mattar, Alban Varutti and Ramez Azzam - former SWS Endurance World Champions - are a formidable line-up who know their way to the top step of the podium and can be expected to set the pace as they aspire for a hat-trick of wins in the series.Dubai-5 lie third in the Pro

.Ahead of the race weekend the Kartdrome has been a hive of activity for teams training and fine tuning their race pace, and apart from the above-mentioned favourites there are several teams quite capable of defying the odds and create a shock come race day.Among these are the likes of Speedsters, Blacklist, Timeless Events Racing, ENOC Racers and MINI Dubai along with a number of 'unknown quantities' such as the all French Stinger Racing.In the Corporate Category the

Championship standings with the all Emirati line-up of Ali Al Mansoori, Atef Al Barwani and Haytham Sultan who are perennial front runners at the Kartdrome, and on their day they are quite capable of upsetting the form book.Dubai Falcon Racing Team, consisting of Sheikh Hasher Al Maktoum, Saeed Al Mehairi and Nacho Girona who are also no strangers to the Kartdrome podium and will be targeting outright victory in Round 3 so as to keep themselves in contention for the title, which in all likelihood will be

title race is fierce and extremely close with CG R a c i n g 1 a n d Te a m Emirates, with a win apiece and separated by five points, set to slug it out again this weekend with the likes of Lukoil Racing Team, CG Racing 2 and Fly Emirates targeting a podium come Saturday morning.With their line-up of UAE drivers Dubai-5 are top of the standings in the Nations Cup, having scored maximum points in the first two races. They are followed by reigning champions CG Racing 1, made up of Lebanese drivers, who have finished runner-up on both occasions. Also strong contenders are the allRussian Lukoil Racing Team.The scene is thus set for another fascinating and multi-faceted challenge for all 32 teams and 200 drivers who take to the Kartdrome f o r t h e 7 0 0 k m race.Kartdrome manager Ryan Trutch said, "We are looking forward to another great race weekend and welcome the 'usual suspects' along with new teams and drivers who have taken up this challenge. A

special mention to our long time sponsors MINI who continue to back this series and thus show commitment to karting at grassroots level.As for the race itself there are several teams in with a good chance, and this time of the year the weather starts to play a role with the possibility of humid conditions during the course of the event adding to the challenge. There is a change to our facilities in particular our pit lane which have brought several challenges this year and has resulted in a much longer pit lane. This will give the teams a lot to think about in terms of strategy," added Trutch.Kartdrome spokesperson Paul Velasco said, "There is a great buzz ahead of the race as it is the curtain raiser to the Dubai Autodrome and Kartdrome historic 10th anniversary season. Once again this endurance series has attracted a top notch field and we can thus expect an absorbing contest where the smallest mistake can be the difference between victory and a top ten finish.The level is such that teams who manage to deliver a faultless strategy along with relentless consistency, coupled to a strong pace will most likely take victory. Truth is there are several teams capable of accomplishing this which sets the scene for a mighty battle," predicts Velasco.Adding spice to the four championship is the fact that the result counts towards the SWS Endurance Championship global rankings, which rewards the top teams with an entry to the prestigious SWS World Finals where the top leisure karting teams compete to be world champions.The 700 km race takes place on the Kartdrome's International configuration, with Free Practice scheduled for 18:50 pm on Friday evening, followed by qualifying at 20:00 pm with the field to be flagged off at 21:00 pm. Organsiers expect the race to last around 13 hours, thus the chequered flag should be waved at around 10:00 am on Saturday.

But the Bahraini team were not done, and proceeded to reel in their rivals.During the last hour stint of the race with Alban Varutti at the wheel, the Batelco team were a dozen seconds behind the leaders, which ggimann), only 36.795 prompted their lead driver to seconds down on the race dig deep and with a handful Batelco and CG Racing Pro winners after a spirited final of laps to go he took the lead immediately setting the drive by Kenneth Heyer. pace with the likes of Mach where he stayed to the Victory for the SPS 1, Dubai Falcon Racing, chequered flag to claim a automotive performance Dubai-5 and GP Racing in hard fought victory, by a team was the second win the mix, and incredibly the mere 5.712 seconds after for a Mercedes-Benz SLS top 19 teams were within a c o m p l e t i n g 5 8 3 AMG GT3 this year in the second, suggesting a very laps.Batelco team manager 24H SERIES powered by close contest across the Ali Abbas said afterwards, Hankook after the success f i e l d . T h e f i e l d w e r e "To put it simply our crew in of German team, Car unleashed in a Le Mans the pit garage conceived a Collection Motorsport, in style start at 9pm on Friday good strategy and our the inaugural Hankook 12H evening and predictably it d r i v e r s r e s p o n d e d b y ZANDVOORT in May this decided at the season finale was Batelco and CG Racing delivering even when the their sights.After a one year year. At the Hungaroring, at the flagship Kartdrome 24 odds were stacked against sabbatical from the UAE Pro who took command, Swiss team, Stadler Hours in late November based series, Bahraini team us." azad news uae.azad news uae .azad news uae azad news uae.azad news uae azad news uae azad news uae.azad news uae .azad news uae azad news uae.azad news uae azad news uae azad news uae. (pg9)

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AZAD SPORTS CELEBRATING WITH STYLE: TENTH ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF THE HANKOOK 24H DUBAI (JANUARY 8-10, 2015)

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he countdown is running for the tenth anniversary edition of the Hankook 24H DUBAI, the original endurance race for GTs, touring cars and 24H Specials in the Gulf region.

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Dubai Autodrome will again be the venue for what has

become the traditional start of the new motor racing year for teams and drivers from all over the world. Next year’s race will be a very special one, because not only it is the tenth running of the event, it will also be the season opener of the six-round 24H SERIES powered by Hankook as an official international series, pending approval by the FIA. Interest for the race is huge, as the number of almost 90 teams on the provisional entry list reflects. However, lastminute entries to become a part of the international field are still possible. “The character and lay-out of the Dubai Autodrome enables us to accommodate a huge field.

Moreover, experience from previous years learns us that there are always some late changes in the entry, so we will do our utmost to ensure that teams who want to race with us can do so. However, they have to act quickly,” emphasizes Gerrie Willems on behalf of CREVENTIC, organisers and promoters of the 24H SERIES powered by Hankook in co-operation with the Dutch National Racing Team (DNRT).One of the elements teams and drivers particularly like about the Hankook 24H DUBAI is that CREVENTIC is taking care of all the logistics. Standard transport of cars and equipment from Rotterdam to Dubai and back is included in the entry fee. Special transport requirements can also be taken into account.

Containers will be loaded at the end of November, the

return transport arrives e a r l y February.

CREVEN TIC and its official logistics partner Eimskip handle transport, customs and delivery of the containers in the p a d d o c k o f D u b a i Autodrome, where the containers are placed directly behind the pit boxes of the teams. Upon arrival, team members can open the

containers and start setting up their pit boxes straight a w a y. O t h e r s e r v i c e s CREVENTIC is providing include top-level catering for team members and guests at the track and tailor-made travel packages at various price levels.To celebrate the tenth anniversary of the race in style, the traditional ‘Welcome Party’ with barbecue in the paddock of Dubai Autodrome on Wednesday evening will be offered for free to all drivers, team members and guests.

There will be a band for live music and around 1,000 guests are expected to start the event in a convivial and international atmosphere.As usual, there will also be plenty of media coverage for the Hankook 24H DUBAI. Print and online publications from all over the world will have their own reporters and photographers on site. The expert team from Radio Show Limited, the people behind Radio Le Mans, will again provide live commentary. Motors TV will be broadcasting live from Dubai as well while live streaming and live timing are available online throughout the 24 hours. As the official title sponsor and tyre partner of the Hankook 24H DUBAI, premium tyre manufacturer Hankook will supply the tyres for all the participating cars.

More information about the Hankook 24H DUBAI and the other rounds of the 24H SERIES powered by Hankook can be found at: www.24hseries.com.

DUBAI KARTDROME DOUBLE HEADER WEEKEND FEATURING RMC AND SWS •Record size field of drivers battle it out over two days at the Kartdrome •Weekend of action featuring UAE Rotax Max Championship and SWS Sprint races

TAKING THE UAE TO THE WORLD FREEDIVING CHAMPIONSHIPS Are you ready to represent your country in a sport that dives deep into Emirati tradition?

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he United Arab Emirates is set to compete for the first time at the 2015 World F r e e d i v i n g Championships in a quest to dominate a sport which is firmly entrenched in the country’s rich history and culture.A nation-wide search is underway to find the UAE’s best freedivers

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as the country embarks on a mission to become world champions in a discipline that is at the heart of E m i r a t i heritage.Freediving, in which competitors attempt to gain as much depth or time as possible under water on a single breath, is one of the fastest growing athletic pursuits in the world.AIDA UAE, the national freediving association endorsed by AIDA International (Association Internationale pour le Développement de l’Apnée, the worldwide federation for freediving) and the Emirates Diving Association (EDA), believes it’s time for the nation to draw on centuries of pearl diving expertise and demonstrate its

prowess on the world stage. It has set a target of Wo r l d C h a m p i o n s h i p success in 2015, and aims to assemble a team of six E m i r a t i s t o compete.There’s an incredible passion for the sport in the UAE, and that’s based on the long history of pearl diving in the country,” said Ahmed Khoori, Control Engineer at Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company (ADMA-OPCO), who is the President of AIDA UAE and the current UAE Freediving Champion. “For some 7,000 years Emirati fisherman have been diving to great depths to collect pearls on the sea bed.This is a tremendous

opportunity for Emiratis to excel in a sport which has been integral to UAE culture for centuries. For UAE Nationals to go out there and win on the world stage will be wonderful, and that’s what we are planning to achieve - I hope to inspire the team as I follow their important j o u r n e y. T h e U A E Freediving Team initiative is looking to recruit the best six Emirati freedivers to

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begin on Friday October 24thwhen around 100 Emiratis will be encouraged to register at the first trial day to be held at the Hamdan Sports Complex in Dubai.

Recruitment has already started, with over 80 UAE Nationals having already signed up for the trials.

From there, 20 hopefuls will be selected to join the squad to begin further trials. By the end of 2014, the six Emiratis who have been selected to represent the UAE will begin an intense training regime to prepare for the September 2015 showpiece event.Alex Boulting, Programme Manager for the initiative, Vice President of AIDA UAE and founder of FreedivingUAE, an Abu Dhabi-based f r e e d i v i n g a c a d e m y, explains the selection process:The selection process will determine

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Hankook is to offer teams and drivers the opportunity to race at attractive, FIA approved circuits around the world at a comparatively low and affordable budget. In the series, drivers can compete with other drivers from all international series with over the world with a variety c h a m p i o n s h i p s t a t u s , of cars: GTs, touring cars and application for which has 24H Specials including

silhouette cars. “We have filed an application with the FIA to be registered as an FIA International Series at Level

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he English Premier League trophy and the Capital One Cup will go on display at a Manchester City FC Fanzone event in Abu Dhabi, it was announced today.The club, who won both titles last season, are flying the silverware in for a live screening of the big game with Manchester United on Sunday, November 2.The family event, on the outdoor Pitch 1 next to the tennis stadium at Zayed Sports City, starts at 4.30pm with kick-off at 5.30pm. Entry is free for all

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those that show the most potential through a series of trials. Applicants will be judged on their attitude, behavioural assessments, self-confidence, physical fitness and swimming abilities. The final six will undergo AIDA’s structured training program, or “education ladder”, taking them from foundation level through to deep diving and managing the art of equalising, flexibility and stamina.The final stages of training will focus more on preparing the team mentally for the World F r e e d i v i n g Championships.Mohamed Ali Saif Al Zaabi, Assistant Chemist for Borouge, who has already signed up for the trials, said: “It makes me so proud to see that the UAE is celebrating its freediving roots and is now entering a team at the World Championships.

With a country that has a rich history of pearl diving, this is a sport that comes naturally to the UAE and its people it’s in our genes. I am very excited about the prospect of being part of the UAE Freediving Team and very much hope I pass the trials.

City fans living in the UAE, with pre-event registration r e q u i r e d b y emailingskyblue@mcfc.co.u kAt half-time a competition will be held with the lucky winner traveling to the UK for a City game later this season.Refreshments will be available throughout the evening along with the chance to try Etihad Airways’ incredible F1 car simulator.Manchester City FC captain Vincent Kompany said: “Fans all over the world will be watching this game

and it is always hugely importan t to both sets of f a n s .

Obviousl y we can all still rememb e r winning both of those trophies last season and it was an amazing feeling for me personally to lift them both.It’s fantastic that City fans in Abu Dhabi are getting the chance to see them in real life as they support the team in the game against United.City have been putting on Fanzones in Abu Dhabi for several years with more than 400 fans heading to Zayed Sports City for the final game of last season when the team landed the league title.The club also coaches hundreds of young players every week at Zayed Sports City at the City Football School.World Cup winning legend Patrick Vieira, who runs the Elite Development Squad at City and is a regular visitor to Abu Dhabi, added: We have seen both the Fanzone events and City Football School in Abu Dhabi go from strength to strength over the years and taking the trophies there is a brilliant way to say thanks.

CLARKE LEADS VISIT THROUGH DUBAI LABOUR CAMP

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ustralian c a p t a i n Michael Clarke together with team mates Peter Siddle,

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he announcement that the 24H SERIES powered by Hankook is set to become a full

been filed with the FIA, numerous teams have already expressed their interest to become part of the inaugural season. “Of course, we will stick to our philosophy with a focus on twelve-hour and 24-hour races, mainly aimed at amateur drivers and teams with a wide variety of car brands and models and based on clear regulations with a focus on safety,” says Gerrie Willems on behalf of CREVENTIC. The Dutch agency, in co-operation with the Dutch National Racing Te a m ( D N R T ) i s t h e organiser and promoter of the 24H SERIES powered by Hankook. “Of course, semiprofessional and professional teams and drivers are welcome, too, but they have to adapt to the 24H SERIES format and have to respect the amateur drivers on the track.The aim of the 24H SERIES powered by

represent their country at next year ’s World Championships, organised by the global governing body, AIDA (Association Internationale pour le Développement de l’Apnée).The path to qualifying for the team will

MANCHESTER CITY FC TO BRING LEAGUE AND CUP TROPHIES TO ABU DHABI FOR MAJOR FAN EVENT

migrant workers from India, Pakistan, Sri L a n k a a n d Bangladesh who work long hours and endure extreme heat in relative isolation as a

optical and dental treatment, hygiene workshops and counseling for those struggling to cope with being separated from their families for long

buildings that make Dubai such an amazing city. There’s thousands of workers here from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh who Chris Rogers, Alex Doolan, Steve O’Keefe and Ben Hilfenhaus have thrown their support behind the United Arab Emirates’ AdoptA-Camp initiative which aims to improve

means of providing for their families back home.The visit forms part of Cricket Australia’s community action program, Cricket Cares, which seeks to use the game as a positive agent of

p e r i o d s o f time.Reflecting on the experience of visiting the camp, fast-bowler Peter Siddle said:As cricketers we’re in a privileged position whereby we get to travel the world and are working hard to create better lives for their families back home. Some of the sacrifices that these men make to provide for their families are quite extraordinary and it certainly puts our own day-to-day challenges into experience different counties and cultures.

That means we also have a great opportunity to make a positive contribution to the communities that w e v i s i t . To d a y ’ s experience certainly gave us a different perspective on the p e r s p e c t i v e . G i v e n that so many workers are from cricket loving countries, it was nice to be able to spend time with them and support the great work of the Adopt-A-Camp program.”

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he karting double header at the Dubai Kartdrome on Friday and Saturday, featuring UAE Rotax Max Championship races and SWS Sprint races, was action packed as over a hundred drivers competed in 35 races the lives of the men change throughout during the course of the two days - and in the process setting a who build the region’s society. The Adopt-Anational record for the most ever entries for karting at this level beautiful cities and Camp program has with 127 drivers taking to the grid through them, aid the been working with up during the course of the two days.The UAE Rotax Max diverse communities to 50,000 labourers in Championship, of which the f r o m w h i c h t h e y labour camps for eight Friday race day at the kartdrome 4 ‘Bronze’ status,” Gerrie come.During a visit to y e a r s a n d r u n s was Round 2 and on Saturday Willems says.This means a Dubai labour camp, important support Round 3, saw the top kart drivers that drivers can already from the UAE, along with several p a r t i c i p a t e w i t h a n the players were given services such as free drivers from the region and international D-licence. We a rare insight into the E n g l i s h c l a s s e s , Europe, competing in a Heat, a have also applied for the lives of thousands of specialist medical, Pre-Final and the all important Final - in each of the five possibility to enter with a classes.The SWS RX7 Seniors competed in two sprint races national EU licence for some on Friday, with the SWS LR4 events, which will be decided Juniors doing battle in four races and announced in due on Saturday.The big prize in both course.”

Regulations for the the Rotax Max championship 24H SERIES powered by and the SWS Sprint series are Hankook (subject to approval entries, for the various classes, by the FIA) can already be to the prestigious Rotax Max f o u n d a t World Finals and the SWS Grand www.24hseries.com.

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VISION SOLUTIONS’ DOUBLE-TAKE 7.1 RELEASE DELIVERS NEW DR CAPABILITIES Release features new Double-Take DR product enabling easy implementation and diversification of disaster recovery strategies

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ision Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of disaster recovery, high availability and data migration software and services, announced today the release of Double-Take 7.1. With the improvements, end-users and partners will benefit from new options for disaster recovery and improved software performance.

Companies operating on Windows and Linux server environments can now utilize Double Take 7.1 with t h e f o l l o w i n g enhancements: •Faster time to migration and protection with increased initial synchronization speed •Significantly faster cutover time; up to 50 percent decrease in time required to failover •Full server one-to-one migration and protection for users with Linux operating systems In addition to increased functionality for existing products within the DoubleTake 7.1 family, including Double-Take Availability

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and Double-Take Move, this release includes a new solution available to market, Double-Take DR. As IT infrastructure becomes more complex, Double-Take 7.1 helps hybrid datacenters become a reality for more businesses. Double-Take 7.1’s effective data migration, protection and availability products are included in a single, unified platform, which drives value for customers. In addition, the updates allow businesses to easily manage SLAs across various workloads in a h e t e r o g e n e o u s environment.Companies today must be prepared for b u s i n e s s c o n t i n u i t y, especially when there are many different technology platforms working together and surprisingly, many do not have a plan in place w h a t s o e v e r, s a i d Ti m Laplante, director of product strategy at Vision Solutions.Updates to Double-Take 7.1 ensure that more companies can benefit from data protection solutions both for companies with the most

sophisticated businesscritical data protection needs as well as companies just now beginning this process. We’ve removed barriers for first-time adopters of disaster recovery solutions so that all companies, regardless of where they are at in their business continuity planning, can implement this important strategic initiative to prevent data loss.With Double-Take DR, users can leverage the disaster recovery (DR) capabilities of Double-Take without needing to invest in a more comprehensive high availability (HA) component.

The new offering makes disaster recovery solutions accessible to more midmarket companies as they begin to understand the need to properly protect growing quantities of business-critical data in the cloud.Double-Take 7.1 migrates and protects critical business data across any platform, on any hardware or residing in any environment,” said Adam Downie, Technical Services Lead at Mercury Information Technology. “These solution

updates improve the user experience across our platforms with superior software performance. For our customers, DoubleTake 7.1 provides the flexibility to expand their data storage infrastructure moving forward. This means they can easily select multiple destinations for their data to reside across any variety of physical servers, on Hyper-V virtual machines, or in our Azure cloud. Thanks to Vision Solutions, our customers can confidently and swiftly execute their migrations while their data is fully protected.”

According to industry reports, many companies are moving to data storage environments hosted in the cloud as part of diversification and costsaving strategies. With the metered usage option, managed service providers can utilize Double-Take DR to provide disaster recovery-as-a-service (DRaaS) consistently to their customers with clear reporting and license management features.

FALL INTO Bâ THIS SEASON

Ba Restaurant & Lounge brings a little something for everyone this Autumn This season, Ba Restaurant & Lounge welcomes new delights alongside firm favourites to Dubai’s calendar of activities.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: alloween/Birthday Party:Let’s get spooky! With H a l l o w e e n f a s t approaching, not only is it time for all things weird and wonderful but this year’s party is a double whammy with Bâ Restaurant & Lounge’s first anniversary celebration. Ready to rock your best zombie swagger?

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Embrace The Walking Dead theme for a chance to win a full weekend stay at Fairmont The Palm with Simply Retro and Yum Cha brunch offerings! With mysterious cocktails, tapas and tunes from resident DJ Ilona, bookings are essential.

Date: Friday 31 October 2014 Time: From 9pm onwards Booking Information: Table service available Wind Down:Introducing a sophisticated alternative to the hustle and bustle of Dubai’s Tuesday night

scene, Bâ Restaurant & Lounge offers guests a midweek wind down session after work with two drinks and a delectable dim sum basket for AED99.

D a t e : E v e r y Tu e s d a y starting from 21st October Time: 6pm - 9pm Offer: AED99 per person, including two selected beverages and a dim sum basket Ladies Night:Prepare the

ladies for Monday night glamour with three complimentary beverages such as the Sparkling Pomegranate Martini sprinkled with gold dust and the best tunes with DJ Ilona Maras. A trés chic start to the week.

Date: Every Monday Time: 9pm–12am Offer: Ladies receive three complimentary drinks Simply Retro:Bâ Restaurant & Lounge pays tribute to everyone’s favourite decade, the 90s who can smell teen spirit!

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time travel; pull out those hammer pants, super baggy jeans, wrap that bandana and accessorise with mood rings and slap bracelets.

Prepare to spice up your life on a glittering dance floor as Bâ Restaurant & Lounge’s specialist DJ Ilona Maras spins groove-your-heart-out 90s favourites.

Date: Friday 7 November 2014, Friday 5 December 2014

Time: From 9pm onwards Sunset Club:Are you in the Sunset Club? Indulge in sundowners with cool breezes and glinting marina skyline views for the ultimate way to relax into the weekend. Sip half price beverages including a variety of delicious cocktails and mocktails on the terrace or in the savvy lounge.

Date: Every Sunday to Friday Time: 5.30pm – 7.30pm Offer: Half priced beverages Yum Cha Saturday Beach Brunch:Yum Cha has returned! Bâ Restaurant &

Lounge’s renowned weekly Saturday brunch guarantees fun in the sun.

Guests can expect dedicated service and enjoy delectable Asian dishes with scrumptious cocktails either on the restaurant terrace or for those who seek ultimate indulgence; private cabanas are available with the VIP package. Unwind under the sun with pool and beach access or put your skills to the test with beach football and volleyball on offer for a more active afternoon. After 4pm, the post-brunch party kicks in with beats from Bâ’s much loved resident DJ Ilona Maras.

Date: Every Saturday Time: 12pm to 4pm with the post-brunch party from 4pm till 6pm Packages: AED 288 per person - food with soft beverages, AED 488 per person - food with signature alcoholic beverages or AED 688 per person – VIP package with beachside service, a private cabana, food, alcoholic beverages and a bottle of bubbly to share (minimum two persons per cabana) For further information on Bâ Restaurant & Lounge, please visit: www.dineatba.com F a c e b o o k : facebook.com/dineatba

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AN IMPRESSIVE INAUGURATION EVENT FOR SOFITEL DUBAI DOWNTOWN Sofitel Luxury Hotels officially launches the flagship, city property Sofitel Dubai Downtown after opening on the 1st of May, 2014

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he 4th of November marks a historical milestone in the portfolio of Sofitel Luxury Hotels with the official grand launch of the region’s flagship city hotel, Sofitel Dubai Downtown.The evening was hosted by His Highness Sheikh Saeed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan represented by His Excellency Hamad Bin Ali Al Darmaki, Chairman of Tanmeya Abu Dhabi, Owner of Sofitel Dubai Downtown and esteemed Sebastien Bazin, CEO and Chairman of Accor Group; who welcomed over one thousand revered regional and international guests, dignitaries and VIP’s.Sofitel is a brand that connects cultures, locations and landmarks. During the opening of the property, Klaus Assmann, General Manager, has stated that with Sofitel Dubai Downtown comes a piece of France to Dubai. Last night it was all about Dubai welcomes Paris, two cities that are linked through two famous towers; the Eiffel tower for

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Paris and Burj Khalifa for Dubai.Everything around the hotel was especially created to bring out a sense of Paris. From the hotel’s main entrance which was transformed into a Parisian street, to the lobby with its ‘street artists’ to the pool with the Eiffel Tower. All this unique scenery with the backdrop of the breathtaking Burj Khalifa.The finest selections of French and Arabic culinary delights were offered while performers where in the stage and around the guests. The event closed with fireworks and an after party at the hotel’s new rooftop lounge, “Above”.We are extremely proud of our Hotel’s performance during its first six months of operation. Our team has worked with passion and dedication to excellence and we welcome you all to discover Sofitel Dubai Downtown” stated Klaus Assmann, General Manager of the hotel. “We look towards our future with the certainty that we will become one of the leading hotels not only within Dubai and the UAE but as well as the region.

LE PETITE PASCAL FRIDAY BRUNCH Family brunch and creative baking atelier class for kids

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ake a date this Friday and head down to Pascal Tepper French Bakery for a family brunch with a French twist, while kids get creative at the Le Petite Pascal baking atelier class do book

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DELIVERY SERVICE EXPANDS FOOTPRINT TECOM’s favourite dine-in bakery is upping the ante on its delivery service bringing more of its home-baked cuisine to your office or home front door as it in advance!The brunch features Pascal Tepperinspired favourites including baked goodies, including tasty sandwiches made with the renowned Pascal

Tepper freshly baked bread, plus pastries, croissants and more. Experience Le Petite Pascal Family Brunch every Friday from 11am – 3pm, just AED 69 for kids and AED 99 for adults. Call 04 454 2408 for reservations. Pascal Tepper French Bakery is located on the main DMC drag.

expands its reach to now cover Dubai Marina, JLT and the Greens, alongside Internet City, Knowledge Village, Al Sofouh and, of course, Media City.Pascal

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EXPO 2020 DUBAI HOSTS INTERNATIONAL ISEA 2014 YOUTH DESIGN WORKSHOP CONNECTION BETWEEN ART AND SCIENCE EXPLORED

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: xpo 2020 Dubai this week hosted 30 art and design students at the 20th International Symposium on Electronic Art (ISEA), the annual academic event that offers a series of symposia on various forms of art for artists and scientists in the field of electronic and emergent arts.In partnership with Zayed University, the Expo 2020

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Dubai team conducted a design workshop to share the Expo 2020 subthemes of Mobility, Sustainability and Opportunity and to explore methods of connecting art, science and technology for a better future as topics for Expo 2020 programming at the American University of Dubai (AUD) campus, which served as location cohost.The ISEA 2014 theme, to weave local UAE tradition and history into the global context of new media science, art, and technology has great synergy with Expo 2020 Dubai and its theme “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future”. The information exchange between the Expo 2020 Dubai team and the ISEA 2014 participants is part of an Expo 2020 Dubai community engagement strategy to reach out to youth, art and educational communities to inspire their active participation and contribution to Expo 2020 c o n t e n t development.Exploring subjects such as

technology, location/space, interactivity, sensory body, education/media and public space, allowed for an

exciting and conducive environment for idea sharing on how both local and international electronic art can have an impact and relevance on society.Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, the UAE's Minister of State, Managing Director of the Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee and Director General of Expo 2020 Dubai Bureau, commented: “ISEA 2014 provides us with an auspicious opportunity to engage and exchange ideas and information on the

region’s culture, education and growing arts community with students and scholars.

This unique exchange is key to building meaningful and inclusive content for Expo 2020”.The Expo 2020 Dubai workshop included select students from American University in Dubai, American University of S h a r j a h , N e w Yo r k University Abu Dhabi and Zayed University. The ISEA is taking place from 30 October to 8 November 2014 in various locations across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and the wider UAE.

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: roduced by Portfolio Films America – ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE is a documentary that focuses on the lives and dreams of the children of Good Morning School in the

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SHAPING AUDI’S FUTURE: THE HEART OF INNOVATION Ten Young artists selected for Al Nabooda Automobiles Audi Art Experience campaign showcase their work at DIFC’s Art Night 8-14 November 2014,Moharram 1435 Email:azadnewsuae@yahoo.com Mob:00971 56 118 6007 Edition 66 Pg12

THE 11TH GCC FINANCIAL MARKETS AND NEW ECONOMIC TRENDS CONFERENCE CONCLUDES SUCCESSFULLY AT THE BURJ AL ARAB HOTEL

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: rganized by Datamatix, and held at the Burj Al Arab hotel, Dubai, UAE, the '11th GCC Financial Markets and New Economic Trends Conference' concluded successfully on T h u r s d a y. T h e 11 t h edition of the conference focused and analyzed on the factors that add to the current financial volatility in the GCC markets.The conference kicked off with the presentation by D r. J a a f a r S a l i m Badwan, CEO of RJA Consultant Company on the link between the financial market development in GCC, TFP and hence the sophistication in the component of export and finally economic diversification GCC countries must address for economic stability & g r o w t h . T h e presentation was followed by a panel discussion that was chaired by Samer Habbal, General Manager, Financial Division, Middle East & North Africa Thomson Reuters; Gé Drossaert CTO Banking & Capital Markets, AMEA ,CSC Computer Sciences; Amit Mitbawkar Senior F i n a n c i a l P l a n n e r, Acuma and Ciby Joseph, FCA, FRM Financial Risk Advisor ,Finesse. The panel carried out an elaborate discussion on strategies to integrate and reengineer the GCC financial markets and ways to strengthen further its current position, the role of public and stock market listed companies in promoting information decentralization and transparency in the financial market,

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challenges and opportunities in developing new IPOs in the GCC financial market .The coffee break and networking session was followed by a presentation by Ossama A. Eldahshoury FACTA and US Expat Ta x C o n s u l t a n t , USFAAF and Ahmed A Mohamed Strategic P l a n n i n g , U S FA A F which stressed on the USA Tax Policies for USA Passport Holders of Other Nations and further discussed FATCA impacts and American Expats" The next session was presented by Raju Ramesh, Co-Founder and CEO, Finesse which discussed and highlighted strategies for Balancing Risk & Governance for economic Innovation & Growth. Niaz Panhwar General Manager Dat Struct Software Solutions later presented on Real-time intelligence - fraud prevention, early warnings and ways of increasing revenue across channels through contextual cross-sell/up-sell.The conference concluded with the '2nd Middle East Financial Markets Excellence Awards' ceremony that felicitated the contributions of leaders and decision-makers in the Middle East financial market who have gone the extra mile in bringing innovative platforms to the financial market trading and challenge management systems in positioning the region on the global financial excellence forefront.

The winners of the 2014 awards are1.Financial Market Trading Automation and System Excellence Award-Mashreq

Securities.

2. Outstanding Customer Care in Financial Services Excellence Award Dubai Islamic Bank .

3. Financial Market Challenge Management Excellence Award Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul) .

4. Stock Market Corporate Governance Excellence Award Qatar Stock Market .

5 . F i n a n c i a l Performance Indicators M a n a g e m e n t Excellence Award Union Properties.

6. Outstanding Financial Consultancy Excellence Award ERNST & YOUNG. 7. Financial IT services Excellence Award - Dat Struct 8. Outstanding Risk M a n a g e m e n t Excellence Award Finesse 9. Best Smart Card with Integrated payment solutions Excellence awards - Aafaq - Islamic Finance.

10. Outstanding Financial Services Excellence Award Aafaq - Islamic Finance.

Platinum Sponsors for the event were Aafaq Islamic Finance, Silver Sponsors dat Strut & Finesse, Event Sponsors Almarai, Carlsbad Mineral Water, Organic Foods & Café, Glenda, and Noor.

Datamatix has been a leading knowledge and service provider in the GCC for 25 years, w e l c o m i n g businessmen, intellectuals, leaders and professionals and providing valuable b u s i n e s s a n d leadership advice for change by promoting development and e c o n o m i c empowerment.

VISION SOLUTIONS INTRODUCES MIMIX 8.0 New release provides browser-based configuration, monitoring and management along with significantly streamlined performance and flexible cloud licensing options

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ision Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of high availability, disaster recovery, and data migration software and services, announced today the release of MIMIX 8.0for IBM i. The new release provides end users and partners with simplified configuration, monitoring and management and strengthens and streamlines HA/DR protection and performance in traditional and cloudb a s e d environments.The new MIMIX release addresses the needs of today’s businesses for strong HA/DR protection that is easy for overburdened, understaffed IT teams to manage, scales to meet growing volumes of data, and provides the flexibility to operate on any IBM i hardware, storage or operating system whether physical, virtual or cloud-hosted.The high availability and disaster recovery needs of companies that depend upon IBM Power Systems are evolving at a remarkable pace.Tight budgets, skilled resource shortages, exploding data growth, and a strong demand for infrastructure flexibility and capital expense management are

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driving innovation,” said Alan Arnold, executive vice president and chief technology officer at Vision Solutions.We developed MIMIX 8.0 for IBM i with these challenges in mind.

Significant ease-of-use features, including the new data protection reports, increased replication performance and our new metered usage program, meet the usability, flexibility and scalability needs of our customers and partners alike.All MIMIX branded products, including MIMIX Availability, MIMIX DR and MIMIX Move, are strengthened by this new release. The MIMIX Global companion product to MIMIX Availability that simplifies multi-node HA/DR management is also updated. New f e a t u r e s a n d functionality include: •On-demand data protection reports for increased visibility into protection status •Browser-based r e p l i c a t i o n configuration with best practice-based wizards to include data in replication •Strengthened IFS replication • S u b s t a n t i a l enhancements to replication performance and streamlined processing to keep pace with growing v o l u m e s o f transactional data •New metered usage

licensing option equips managed service providers with DR-as-aService for customers on a pay-as-you-go basis •Support for the IBM I 7.2 operating system on IBM’s new POWER8 hardware MIMIX 8.0 user Peter Hubby, senior systems engineer at Cardinal Health, a provider of products and services to the healthcare industry, remarked, “MIMIX 8.0 is packed w i t h f u n c t i o n a l i t y.

Cardinal Health has a very large integrated file system environment on six pairs of servers that replicate between data centers in Ohio and Illinois. MIMIX 8.0 efficiently handles our replication volume and is protecting our IFS data smoothly.With I B M ’ s A p r i l announcement of the POWER8 processor a n d O c t o b e r announcement of additional POWER8based Power Systems servers, global businesses are now planning upgrades to new hardware and the IBM I 7.2 operating system. MIMIX Move 8.0, a blended software and professional services offering from Vision Solutions, provides full support for IBM i 7.2 to deliver nearzero, risk-free migration to new platforms whether physical, virtual or in the cloud.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: spiring young UAE artists were r e c e n t l y presented with a new opportunity to showcase their work to a captive audience during DIFC’s hugely popular Art Nights at Gate Village, taking p l a c e 2 7 October.Launched by Al Nabooda Automobiles, the exclusive dealer for Audi in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, the Audi Art Experience competition presented young local artists the chance to create and display work at the opening exhibition of the new art season at Gate Village, Participants were requested to submit a personal statement, three examples of previous

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work and their concept outline.Ten finalists were selected and hand-picked by a panel of judges, including Audi Ambassador Hala

Kazim and the competition curator and UAE abstract artist Humaid Mansoor, who hosted a two-day workshop at the Audi Dubai showroom for the artists prior to the exhibition which launched last night ( M o n d a y 2 7 October).The Arts scene has really taken off in the past few years,

not only in the UAE, but in the region as a whole,said Mansoor.

“The commitment that local businesses such as Al Nabooda Automobiles show by supporting artists through ongoing projects like the Audi Art Experience is a true testament to the growth in this sector”.Ali Al Nabooda, General M a n a g e r, A u d i , A l Nabooda Automobiles, said,The Audi Art Experience is a great opportunity for young, local talent to have their work seen by their

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Companies, were displayed at the Za’abeel Hall of the Crowne Plaza Hotel for UAE’s audience who are increasingly taking firm interest in the art and sensory powers of p h o t o g r a p h y.

Inaugurated by celebrated Emirati singer Aryam, the collection displayed a series of snapshots of the breathtaking views of Switzerland.Entitled “Magic Moments,” the exhibition features a collection of captures taken by Dr Batra on his travel around the world.

This year the exhibition featured the scenic w o n d e r s a n d spectacular view of the

lakes, rivers and m o u n t a i n s o f S w i t z e r l a n d

transporting the audience to one of the most beautiful countries in Europe. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Mukesh Batra said, “Although my first passion is medicine, I am completed by my s e c o n d l o v e , photography. To me it is a creative expression of my artistic bend of mind - a form of expressing myself, of reliving as well as cherishing my memories of wonderful places. My biggest inspiration is my cause a good cause. This allows me to collect funds for the underprivileged. The proceeds will be donated to charitable trust.Dr Batra has been using his passion for photography to further the cause of his home therapy initiatives.

Having single handedly lead the modern

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he magic of the Indian music industry will light up Dubai World Trade Center this month thanks to the first ever Dubai Sufi Weekend organized by Emirates Neon Group (ENG) and Purple Vogue Events (PVE). Headlined by some of the most renowned artists from the South Asian music industry, the weekend long concert featuring soulful Sufi music will take place on the 18th & 19th of December 2014.The opening of the Sufi Weekend, will feature never seen before performances, including that of the world famous A.R. Rahman. The Indianborn composer, s i n g e r songwriter, music producer, musician, multiinstrumentalist a n d philanthropist is said to be the world’s most prominent and p r o l i f i c composer. His works are notable for integrating Eastern classical music with electronic music sounds, world music genres and traditional orchestral arrangements.

He has won two Oscars, two Grammy Awards, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, four National Film Awards, fifteen Filmfare Awards and thirteen Filmfare Awards South, in addition to numerous other awards and nominations. He will be seen performing alongside his Sufi choir for the very first time, bringing

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peers, contemporaries and leading figures in our burgeoning arts scene and to be recognised in a public sphere. The ten aspiring artists which were carefully selected by the judging panel consist of Ali Mrad, Salem Al Junaibi, Shamma Al Dabbal, Moza Al Matrooshi, Saeed Al Madani, Khawla Darwish, Eman Al Raeesi, Rashed Al Marri, May Al Shamsi and Myra Shahzad.Art Nights has become established as an important part of the DIFC cultural calendar, with the iconic Gate Village venue transformed into a creative space and cultural hub in the region, featuring exhibitions, music, live art, workshops and film screenings.

DUBAI SHOWCASES THE WONDERS OF SWITZERLAND

BY DR MUKESH BATRA The celebrated photography exhibit ‘Magic Moments’ by Dr Mukesh Batra returns for its second year to support healthcare initiatives through the visual simulation of photographs Renowned Emirati singer Aryam unveiled the exhibition along with Dr Mukesh Batra

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: Magic Moments’ the 2nd annual charity photo exhibition by Padma Shri recipient, India’s most-renowned homeopath, Founder and Chairman of Dr Batra’s Group of

LEGENDARY SINGER A.R. RAHMAN AND MUSIC MAESTRO USTAD RAHAT FATEH ALI KHAN SET TO SHOWCASE WORLD PREMIERE PERFORMANCES AT DUBAI SUFI MUSIC WEEKEND •Biggest musical performance of the year to take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre •Weekend long event scheduled for December 18th & 19th, 2014 •Live concert by A.R. Rahman, Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Sunidhi Chauhan

Homeopathy movement in India, he is a revered and respected personality within the medical field. His tenacious passion for Photography and the arts in general have been his forte and belief that following your dreams or passion is never too late. As h e a l t h c a r e practitioners, though the focus lies on treatment one also needs to draw attention to prevention.

THE ITALIAN FESTIVAL WEEKS 2014 7TH NOVEMBER –13TH DECEMBER The Italian Industry & Commerce Office in the UAE (IICUAE) is proud to announce the eight edition of the Italian Festival Weeks, a calendar of more than 30 events, during the period 7th of November – 13th of December.

Vo g u e E v e n t s a n d Emirates Neon Group, the main highlight of The Dubai Sufi Weekend will be the presence of two globally iconic headline artists, AR Rahman and Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan on one stage for the very first time over the course of 2 days. Samir Ahmed, Managing Director, PVE said "We are thrilled to be bringing together a once in a lifetime line up to Dubai for the Sufi Weekend in December. AR Rahman's S u f i c h o i r, a w o r l d

premiere show promises to be a captivating Day 1 on the 18th of December and the following day with Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali

Khan and Sunidhi Chauhan performing together for the very first time. We are presenting the UAE a truly unique opportunity to come and see these fantastic artists.Rehan Merchant, Group CEO, ENG added,This unique 2 day event is a concept which will excite the UAE market. The chance to see 3 top artists over 2 days on 1 show is a combination which will be a real highlight of Dubai's concert season. With a variety of ticket options and experiences on offer, this event will cater to all music lovers in the UAE.The musical prodigies will perform at Sheikh Saeed Halls at Dubai Trade Center with gates open from 7pm onwards. Tickets are priced from AED 195, AED295, AED395, AED495, AED750 and table packages available from AED 1,000. Don't miss out on the biggest Bollywood concert of the year, book your tickets on www.platinumlist.com, available from November 20th.

COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE IS THE FIRST STEP TO ADDING PERMANENT LONG TERM VALUE TO DUBAI’S RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBOURHOODS, SAYS CLUTTONS

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ith the opening of the first phase of the Dubai Tram network today, the emirate’s first truly community focussed infrastructure project is set to add permanent long term value to residential values in Dubai Marina, while setting a benchmark for other parts of the city, according to leading international real estate consultants, Cluttons.The 10.6km route that takes the Dubai Tram around Dubai Marina and along Al Sufouh road is expected to go a long way in alleviating the chronic traffic issues Dubai Marina and the Jumeirah Beach Residence area have become synonymous with. Crucially, Cluttons believes that through such localised infrastructure investments, the government is adding long term infrastructure premiums to residential values. Cluttons’ international research and business development manager, Faisal Durrani commented, “The Dubai Tram marks another milestone in the evolution of Dubai’s infrastructure.

Five years on from when the first Dubai Metro trains took to the tracks, residents are now going to get their first taste of community transport infrastructure. Like elsewhere in the city, residential values in Dubai Marina have been pegged back by government regulation at a local and federal level, yet we still recorded a 4% rise on average between January and August, against 7% for Dubai as a whole. We must however take a longer term view as the Dubai tram is exactly the sort of infrastructure that

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It has also been observed that the healing effects of visual stimulation and appreciation of aesthetics have garnered towards controlling the onset of numerous health a i l m e n t s a n d d i s e a s e s . T h e photographs from the collection ‘Magic Moments’ will also be available for sale at Dr Batra’s Dubai Healthcare City and Jumeirah Lake Tower clinics in Dubai.

his world of music to the Dubai stage.

The weekend long celebration of Sufi music will feature captivating performanc es by the v o i c e b e h i n d some of the m o s t popular Hindi film songs & Ghazals of all-time, U s t a d R a h a t Fateh Ali Khan and Bollywood playback singer Sunidhi Chauhan, who will set the stage on fire with their eclectic p e r f o r m a n c e .

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the Dubai Marina area is likely to benefit from, and over time, this will start to significantly bolster house prices.Tenants and buyers are already actively seeking to be in close proximity to the Marina’s Metro stations, The Beach, and Jumeirah Beach Residence. We expect that the Dubai Tram stations dotted around the Marina will similarly drive demand up in their immediate vicinity.Elsewhere in the city, the Dubai Trolley in Downtown Dubai is expected to commence operations in the first week

are not looking at uplifts as significant as that just yet, there is a rapidly growing appreciation in Dubai of the benefits of being close to a public transportation node.”

The differentiating factor for the emirate is the fact that infrastructure has always played catch up to the explosive urban growth and as a result Dubai is in the unique position of having multiple business districts, stretching from Deira to Sheikh Zayed Road and from Downtown Dubai and the DIFC to Jumeirah L a k e To w e r s . D u r r a n i concluded: “The key now to unlocking the true potential of public transport is to stitch together all of D u b a i ’ s communities in a cohesive and sustainable w a y, w h i c h makes getting around easy. There are the obvious challenges of putting infrastructure into established parts of the city, but for somewhere like Downtown Dubai where values have risen by 5% to AED 1940 psf (US$ 530 psf) this year, excluding the Burj Khalifa, we can easily see transport linked premiums rising exponentially, once all our communities start b e i n g l i n k e d together.While the Dubai Metro transformed access across Dubai, this was an exceptionally successful macro solution to an acute problem, but the challenge now is creating an integrated and accessible world class city that is pedestrian friendly and the benefits to real estate values will follow naturally.”

of December and Cluttons expects this to transform connectivity in Downtown Dubai.Durrani continued: “The Dubai Trolley is another example of how a

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: P24™ is the n e w e s t hardware option for the UP® system the wristband, app and data service that helps you understand how you sleep, move and eat so you can make choices to live better.

The UP24 band comes in three sizes (Small, Medium, and Large) and two colors (Onyx and Persimmon) Price: AED 649 A v a i l a b l e a t Jawbone.com, and at IStyle, Jumbo Electronics, Virgin, Sharaf DG & Dubai Duty Free.

MINI JAMBOX MINI JAMBOX™, a new addition to its bestselling JAMBOX® family of Bluetooth® speakers, now available at leading electronic stores across the UAE. MINI JAMBOX adds

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FRAGRANCE AWARDS 2014 CELEBRATES HALF A DECADE OF ITS PRESENCE IN THE MIDDLE EAST

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: th Fragrance “Oscars” known as ‘Fragrance Awards 2014’ will be hosted in Dubai, on 3rd December, 2014. The Fragrance Foundation Arabia, established in 2008, a first of its kind in the region, celebrates half a decade of its establishment in the Middle East, this year.The prestigious awards for the exclusive and elite fragrances aim at honoring the creative achievements of r e g i o n a l a n d international fragrance houses, which see an impressive build up of brands competing for the most reputed coveted trophy of The Fragrance awards i n t e r n a t i o n a l l y. T h e Fragrance Foundation, a global entity was founded in 1949 and f r o m t h e n i s passionately devoted to increasing the awareness and appreciation of fragrance in all its forms. The Fragrance Awards celebrate the global fragrance industry and its outstanding creative achievements in the world of perfumery.The Arabian Gulf is the world's largest consumer per capita of perfumes in its many different genres.Every year, the Fragrance Foundation Arabia acknowledges and honours the best

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perfumes of the Middle East in the Fragrance Awards. This year's award show will be the fifth edition of the event held in the Middle E a s t . H a v i n g completed half a decade, every year the award categories are a unique combination of western and regional fragrances. Highly prestigious fragrance brands compete with each other to get verdict from the most distinguished jury as well as fragrance connoisseurs through online voting. Year-onyear we have enjoyed active participation of the public who come together to vote and honour the most popular and celebrated fragrances The objective is to develop educational programs about the importance and pleasures of fragrance for the masses. We are extremely excited to take on the 2014 Fragrance Arabia Awards as another step in our continuous success”, said S h a h z a d H a i d e r, Chairman of the Fragrance Foundation Arabia.

There are 15 awards to be won in the Arabian and International male and female categories this year. The award is an artistic piece that simulates 5th year of Fragrance Awards.The Fragrance Awards, 2013, saw a strong participation across

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: CONS Coffee Couture, a German brand, which opened its first UAE Franchise outlet in Souk Al Bahar, wins the ‘2014 Best Emerging Brand in GCC’ Award at the Middle East and North Africa Franchise Association (MENAFA) Expo held in Dubai on 21-22 October 2014.

T h e M E N A FA Awards for Excellence were given to brands that showed outstanding performance, growth and promise in their respective categories. His Excellency Abdulrahim Hasan Naqi, Secretary General GCCCI, awarded the winners during the presentation ceremony.

Elena Weber, former, international model and founder of ICONS Coffee Couture said, “We are absolutely honored to receive the ‘Best Emerging Brand in GCC’ award! It is wonderful to see wider acceptance of healthier alternatives and increased awareness regarding natural substitutes of sugar. We look forward to enhancing the experience of our customers and taking the health movement

Middle Eastern elite fragrance brands where more than 150 top fragrance brands participated and were awarded. Some of the awards included Elie Saab's Le Parfum as the Best Female International Fragrance, Noble Leather by YSL as the Best Male Arabian Fragrance, and Be Shay Anfasic Dokhoon

by Mohammed Hilal Group as the Best Arabian Popular Appeal fragrance.The Fragrance Awards is an annual event that was first held in the U.S. in 1973, organised by The F r a g r a n c e Foundation,that was instituted to honor the fragrance industry's creative achievements, and is the most prominent and prestigious celebratory event of the fragrance industry. With its own ‘hall of fame,’ this prestigious, iconic event showcases the very best the fragrance world has to offer.

Every year, New York City is host to the entire international fragrance community with awards presented by celebrities from the world of fashion, film and television.

further.Dr. Khalid Al Sharfa, Chairman the Middle East and North Africa Franchise Association (MENAFA) said, “At ME Franchise Expo we strive to recognize brands and bring together investors and franchisors to build successful international and national networks.

We are delighted to select ICONS Coffee Couture as the best emerging brand because the concept is refreshing and the brand has shown notable growth.The ME Franchise Expo showcased more than 80 Regional and International brands seeking development partners in the MENA markets. The two-day expo comprised of presentations, seminars and networking sessions.

For more information on ICONS Coffee Couture, please visit the website: http://meeticons.com/ or log on to the Facebook page to know more https://www.facebook.co m/iconscoffeecouture

IN THE PRESENCE OF HIS EXCELLENCY ITALIAN AMBASSADOR G. STARACE AND CONSUL GENERAL G. FAVILLI, THE FOURTH STAGE OF ROAD SHOW ROAD TO EXPO - FOLLOWING NEW YORK, MOSCOW AND PARIS - WAS HELD AT ALTA BADIA, THE ITALIAN RESTAURANT LOCATED IN THE EMIRATES TOWERS HOTEL.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: pening the press conference, ICE Dubai Director Mr. Fiore, and Italian ambassador Giorgio Starace. “We are building a bridge between Italy and UAE – declared Mr Starace – and the three main pillars are the agreement between the two Expos, the vocation

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Worldwide businessmen and journalists selection visiting the main Italian trade shows during this year and 2015.

Businessmen coming from abroad visiting Milano Expo and Italian industrial clusters between May and O c t o b e r. T h e I t a l i a n Pavillion is a nursery where ideas grow up, a place for thinking” stated Mr Mina.

ROAD T O E X P O aims to support b o t h E X P O MILANO 2 0 1 5 and the promotion of the Italian trade-fair system as a whole, promoting in particular the production and technology of the food industry.

Among the range of actions, special mention must be made of the participation in international trade fairs, press conferences abroad, buyer missions and foreign journalists in Italy to visit theme exhibitions.

According to estimates, Expo Milano 2015 will host over 20 million visitors during its six months of events, focusing on the universal theme of "Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life".

AEFI represents and promotes in Italy and abroad the entire Italian trade-fair system, which counts about 1,000 annual events drawing an average of 200,000 exhibitors and 22 million visitors. The offices of the foreign network of ICE Agenzia are responsible for the organization of foreign-based and incoming promotional events in Italy.The Italian Pavilion will be the flagship of Italy – concluded Mr. Fiore - it’ll be an emotional journey through the Country as well as meeting point and workshop for the world’s community”.

ASIATIC METAL MANUFACTURING LLC TO BE SEEN AT THE 35TH EDITION OF BIG 5

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: aunched in 1979, The Big 5 one of the most renowned International ‘Building and Construction Show’ in the Middle East will run through its 35th edition from this 17 – 20 November, 2014 at the D u b a i Wo r l d Tr a d e Centre. The Big 5 in the UAE hosts more than 2,700 international exhibitors from nearly 60 countries. It recently expanded to deliver three dedicated shows in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and India.

Asiatic Group of Companies has been participating at the shows in UAE and Saudi Arabia for many years now and would be present this year as well.The Construction and Metal Industry in Middle East has always seen growth and an ever increasing demand. This has come along with trials to keep up with the updating technology, machinery and manpower. What is challenging here is to not only keep up the current business but also to expand. Recently Mr. Harmeet S. Gouri, C.E.O of Asiatic Group of Companies proudly announced the opening of Asiatic Metal Manufacturing LLC

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which has its modern plant in Dubai Investment Park.The plant houses are equipped with latest and modern machineries to produce 60,000 MT per annum of ‘Deformed Bar Welded Wire Mesh & MS Round Bars’. The production has been integrated with modern quality control processes and machineries such as universal testing machine and hardness tester etc. It is composed of multinational workforce and managed by competent technical and management professionals to ensure quality standards are met and maintained" explained Mr. Gouri.

We currently export our products to the MENA region with a vision of becoming a leader and the most reliable manufacturer of ‘Deformed Bar Welded Wire Mesh & MS Round Bars’. We are expanding our existing business activities with aggressive plans of entering into new business ventures” added Gouri.“We will be showcasing our products in Big 5 stand A171, Sheikh Saeed Hall 1, D u b a i Wo r l d Tr a d e Center being held from November 17th till 21st, 2014” concluded Mr. Gouri.

ALILA JABAL AKHDAR WINS THE GREEN LANDSCAPE AWARD

The resort was awarded this prestigious honour during the Oman Green Awards and Summit

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: lila Jabal Akhdar received the Green Landscape Award during the Oman Green Awards and Summit held this September under the patronage of H.E. Mohammed bin Salim bin Said Al Tobi, Minister of Environment and Climate Affairs in Oman.

The ceremony was attended by various public and private s e c t o r organisations that contribute to encouraging e c o - f r i e n d l y initiatives.Alila Jabal Akhdar ’s on-going commitment to the environment is prominently represented in its Leadership in

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overall growth and focus of Oman’s emphasis on advancing in this front.

This is essential in maintaining and promoting the unique natural resources in Oman with the proper type of investment in all our projects.Alila Jabal Akhdar is our best

EVERYDAY WE’RE TRUFFLIN’ Cipriani Yas Island showcases the ‘diamond of the kitchen’ this Autumn

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: his autumn, the world renowned b r a n d Cipriani Yas Island sets the culinary scene with an entire month dedicated to the ‘diamond of the kitchen’. The value of a truffle is comparable to the carats of a diamond, the larger the size of a whole truffle, the higher it is in value. With an incredibly decadent truffle menu and rare

aromas of white truffles from Alba fill the air at Cipriani Yas Island as they are gloriously

deals for the season, the Italian favourite proves that truffle month is an occasion not to be missed.From the 15th of October until the 15th of November, the delightful

To add a little sparkle to each evening, bubbles are generously offered at a 50% reduced rate per glass to complete a wonderful gastronomic experience.

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shaved over each delightful pasta dish.

However, no culinary experience is complete without the perfect duet.

THE FORMULA TO YAS ISLAND’S UNRIVALLED ITALIAN GRAND PRIX HOTSPOT The secret recipes behind Cipriani Yas Island’s momentum this season

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he world renowned Cipriani opened its d o o r s i n Ya s Island, Abu Dhabi in late 2010 and since t h e n h a s regularly catered to influencers, celebrities, dignitaries and royalty alike.

Distinguished guests including Golden Globe winning actor M o r g a n Freeman, Chief Executive of Formula One Group Bernie Ecclestone, sport legend and world heavyweight boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko are only a few of the extensive list of A-list patrons to grace Cipriani Yas Island. Four years on and it anticipates to continue positioning itself as the season’s firm

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of the ingredients are imported directly from Italy such as fresh, homemade pasta; (also retailed at Cipriani Yas Island) and key produce

such as meat and fish sourced from other countries including the UAE. To continually offer their loyal guests variety, the same menu is never repeated twice. With signature dishes and popular favourites on the menu, all other dishes are changed in line with s e a s o n a l ingredients.The dining experience at Cipriani Yas Island is authentically Italian with 90% of the entire team hailing from Italy and the rest trained in various Cipriani p r o p e r t i e s worldwide to bring the soul of Italian hospitality to Yas Island.Each guest is made to feel like the restaurant is an extended part of their home with comfortable lounge seating and a design plan that includes a library with books from around the world.Going the extra mile to not

representation of a green tourism destination, having all the natural environmental features of the area highlighted. The landscape surrounding the resort acts as host to the locally found vegetation and plants. I would like to extend my of Italy to become the hub gratitude to the favourite yet again, to UAE and the visit of Omran team and welcoming some of the H.H. Sheikh Mohammed partners from greatest names in racing bin Zayed Al Nahyan consultants to and entertainment as Crown Prince of Abu contractor for well as political figures Dhabi which was the their best efforts and new and loyal synthesis of the growth of in successfully customers of Cipriani the relations between our completing this venues around the world two countries”.Ms. property,” added d u r i n g t h i s y e a r ’ s Loredana Sarti, Al-Lawati.Alila F o r m u l a 1 E t i h a d Secretary-General of E n e r g y a n d Ai rw a ys Ab u D h a b i AEFI (Italian Exhibition Environmental Design J a b a l A k h d a r i s Grand Prix in considered one of the and Trade-Fair (LEED) certified November.Equip Association), and Mr. construction. The resort’s m o s t i d e a l t o u r i s m ped with glass A l b e r t o M i n a , design is in harmony with destinations developed windows and BONNARD LAWSON TO OPEN DUBAI BRANCH International Relations i t s s u r r o u n d i n g by Omran, the interiors wrap around have been inspired by the Director of the Italian environment, preserving

By Qadeer Ahmad qualified in various terraces, Cipriani Pavilion at Expo Milano the extraordinary natural fragrant pink roses which Siddiqui Dubai UAE: j u r i s d i c t i o n s Yas Island 2015, showcased the beauty of the region. The blanket the mountainside onnard Lawson, (Switzerland, USA, overlooks the in springtime distinguishing features of the international England and Wales, and all rooms m a g n i f i c e n t , the Italian agro-industrial law firm founded France, Luxemburg, h a v e b e e n docked yachts and trade-fair sector, in Switzerland in 1998 China and Holland), the decorated with a n d t h e Y a s specifically of the Italian with offices in Geneva, firm’s lawyers are a s i m p l e Marina Circuit.

Pavilion, which compromise any guest L a u s a n n e , particularly well b e a u t y t h a t The Italian legend attests represents a perfect experience, during the Luxembourg, Paris, positioned to advise r e l i e s o n its fame during this synthesis of the various busiest season of the and Shanghai, has clients on transnational season to not only its warm, neutral regional industries. “We year Formula One, the officially opened its business. The firm’s textures and a prime location but the outlet imports Dubai branch in the Al Dubai lawyers are also c o n f i d e n t i a l i t y a n d a r e h e r e t o c r e a t e many touches that make reflection of approximately 80-85 of H a b t o o r B u s i n e s s registered practitioners professional ethics are connections between our local Omani it an unparalleled dining Cipriani’s top team Tower at Dubai Marina w i t h t h e D u b a i our core values”, says Countries – said Ms. Sarti destination year round culture.

Each D u b a i M a n a g i n g – 50% of Italian export members from the upon receiving its International Financial of the resort’s with these interesting Partner, Giovanni M. rely on trade fairs, 60 various locations across license from the Dubai Centre Courts.

Green Landscape Award attributes: 84 Suites and 2 Jabal the globe just to deliver G o v e r n m e n t L e g a l B o n n a r d L a w s o n Rossi. Expressing his Billion Euros of deals are was granted to the resort Villas, named Jowz and One of the greatest the quality of service Affairs Department.The ( D u b a i B r a n c h ) i s satisfaction for the sealed every year during for its unique application Rummanah after the restaurateurs of his time, opening of the new trade fairs and 75% of expected from visiting law firm has built its strategically positioned o f t h e p r o p e r W a l n u t s a n d Arrigo Cipriani’s skill is guests. With its unique reputation by excelling to act as the firm’s hub b r a n c h , R o s s i SME consider trade fairs environmental standards exemplified in Cipriani Pomegranates found in approach to the dining in the provision of legal for the whole MENA a d d e d : W e a r e as their main marketing required to achieve the region.We are so Yas Island through its e xperience that services in the following r e g i o n a n d t h e extremely delighted to instrument”.The Road to sustainability and the proud to be rewarded with w a r m a n d t i m e l e s s combines years of Italian a r e a s : B a n k i n g & surrounding areas. It see Bonnard Lawson Expo 2015 project is a LEED certification, the interiors (designed by this great honour and tradition, unparalleled Finance, Corporate & also fulfills the local branching out to the promotional campaign resort set itself as a recognition. We will F l o r e n t i n e M i c h e l e customer service, simple Commercial, Dispute d e m a n d f o r UAE. The country has supported by the Ministry pioneer to environmental Bonin), purity of cuisine continue our various E c o n o m i c food made to perfection Resolution and Private transnational legal emerged as a global o f c o n t r i b u t i o n i n initiatives to further and genuinely exemplary and an amazing location, C l i e n t S e r v i c e s . services via any of its gateway with a world- Development, with a plan Oman.Eng. Wael Alc u s t o m e r support our neighboring Cipriani Yas Island is not Bonnard Lawson also o t h e r l o c a t i o n s o r c l a s s b u s i n e s s of dedicated actions Lawati, CEO of Omran communities and eco- s e r v i c e . T r a d i t i o n a l only the place to be boasts its competence a f f i l i a t e d o f f i c e s environment. Dubai c o n c e i v e d a n d commented,“All activities Italian cooking is known friendly habits,” during Formula One this i n t h e n i c h e combining international has become one of the implemented by ICE implemented to assist c o m m e n t e d J o r k for using ingredients year but for any occasion s p e c i a l i z a t i o n s o f expertise with deep most influential and AGENZIA and AEFI in with eco-friendly methods B o s s e l a a r, G e n e r a l found only in Italy and dynamic places to do association with the during the year.

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Local digital customer loyalty platform provider UrbanBuz records 200% growth in 12 months as UAE entities realize benefits of customized digital solutions •Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) will be 14.2% of all software spending •18% of all app spending •UrbanBuz clients report as much as 30% increase in customer retention

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: rbanBuz, the region’s leading digital customer loyalty platform, expects the Softwareas-a-Service (SaaS) model to become a dominant force in the Middle East’s retail software landscape.

Empirical research suggests that while m a i n s t r e a m companies are seeking to digitize their offering, they are increasingly averse to purchasing software as a capital investment. Instead an increasing number of UAE-based retailers now seek a software partner to provide the same capability to them on an ongoing basis; a trend that is evidenced by the 200+% growth that UrbanBuz has experienced in the last 12 months. With some of UrbanBuz’s clients reporting as much as a 30% increase in customer retention over a period of just two months, Mustafa Sadek, Founder and CEO of UrbanBuz, commented:“Retailers are looking to the SaaS model as a costeffective, pay-as-yougo option for managing operations and c u s t o m e r relationships. In the customer loyalty space, businesses are realizing they don’t have to buy it and build it themselves. With SaaS, set-up, maintenance, upgrades and turnover are all part of the service, so there’s no need to commit heavy investment or suffer p r o l o n g e d implementation time.

This is the newest and most important trend in business-oriented technology, and one that is growing rapidly in the UAE.”The 2014 PwC Global 100 Software Leaders report recorded a 5% increase in revenues for its constituents in 2012, in which period SaaS revenues experienced 60% g r o w t h . T h e International Data Corporation (IDC) estimates that by 2016 25% of all new business software purchases will be in service-enabled software. SaaS

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delivery will comprise 14.2% of all software spending globally and 18% of all spending on applications. The IDC further forecasts a

21.3% CAGR for SaaS revenue through 2016.

Sadek continued:“In developing our SaaS offering and cloudbased service, we’ve realized that the benefits of the SaaS model for retailers are numerous. For smaller businesses a SaaS platform is an effective and economical business solution that provides them with valuable insights about their customers; for larger companies it facilitates easy incorporation of social media, brings greater adaptability, enables the introduction of new features quickly and seamlessly and is more mobile. It is also more easily deployed as a cloud-based solution, which is now the most important space for customer engagement and relationship management.Custome r relationship management (CRM) is the area in which UrbanBuz identifies

commented: Exceptional customer service and long-term relationships with consumers are relatively new in the Middle East, but will become an essential part of retail marketing with the SaaS offering lending itself perfectly to customer loyalty. We have found that by developing a constantly-evolving loyalty platform - which we maintain and update ourselves and

is available with realtime capabilities - our partners are able to adapt to ever-changing consumer trends, and reach out to their customers across all digital, social, and mobile channels. This is the future for CRM software: traditional models are unwieldy a n d o u t - o f date.UrbanBuz’s own SaaS offering has experienced rapid growth. The evolving digital loyalty platform enables businesses to communicate with customers on an engaging and longterm basis, growing

DUBAI POLICE APPLAUDS PORSCHE CENTRE DUBAI INITIATIVE FOR SAFER ROADS Instant spot cash reward for bi-annual RoadStar contest helps motorbike driver’s family

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ubai Police has hailed the Porsche Centre Dubai road safety initiative a major success, as drivers across the UAE were recognised and rewarded for safe driving on the roads this month.The bi-annual RoadStar contest saw a pair of Porsche Cayenne SUVs, provided by Porsche Centre Dubai and driven by Dubai Police and Sharjah Police, patrol the r o a d s d u r i n g three traffic rush hours e a c h day.Colon el Saif Mohair Al Mazrouei, Director of the General Directorate of Traffic of Dubai Police said: “The latest RoadStar initiative has been another huge success and continues to highlight the importance of safer driving on UAE roads. For the last 16 years we have been associated with the campaign and we will continue to lend our support in the future, as safe driving initiatives will save lives.Instead of issuing fines for dangerous driving, traffic officers rewarded the Emirates’ most conscientious drivers with an instant cash prize of AED1,000 along with a ‘safe driver’ certificate.A total amount of AED50,000 was distributed throughout the five-day campaign, with at least 10 good drivers awarded on a daily basis. Muhammad Butt, an Aramex motorbike courier from Pakistan, was one of the chosen drivers who received the cash prize and certificate. Butt said:I thought it was a routine check by Dubai Police as I had used my indicator to move lanes so I knew

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that I hadn’t done anything wrong. When I saw a cameraman and photographer, I was curious to know what it was all about and then I was handed AED1,000 on the spot, I couldn’t quite believe my luck. As a motorbike driver, I know how important safety is on the roads and I think this initiative is great way to encourage car drivers and motorbike riders to take more care when driving across the UAE. I am going to send the money back to my family i n Pakistan , to help support t h e m with their living c o s t s a n d I k n o w they are going to be so happy this month.”

Now in its 32nd edition, RoadStar is supported by the Emirates Motor Sports Federation (EMSF). Drivers who carried out the basic principles of safe driving, such as wearing seatbelts, using child safety seats and handsfree mobiles, and who displayed courtesy in addition to adhering to speed limits came under the patrol’s radar.Once again the RoadStar contest received a great response from drivers across the UAE and we hope that initiatives such as this continue to promote road safety and ultimately reduce the rate of accidents on the roads,” said K. Rajaram, CEO of Al Nabooda Automobiles, the sole distributor for Porsche in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.The RoadStar contest, organised by Ciel Events, and cosponsored by RSA Insurance and EMA Lubricants, ran in Dubai from 19-21 October, before moving on to Sharjah between the 2223 October.

ACTAC PLANS MAJOR DRIVE TO COUNTER MILEAGE FRAUD ACROSS ARAB WORLD Sulayem to tell Vienna General Assembly action is needed at regional level to fight illegal activity costing consumers billions US$ each year

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he Arab Council of To u r i n g a n d Automobile Clubs (ACTAC) is to launch a major effort to counter the problem of mileage fraud which affects up to 40% of used cars and costs consumers in the region billions of dollars each year.Proposa ls, which i n c l u d e urging all A r a b countries to take stronger legislative action against the widespread practice of illegally lowering the mileage of a car, go before t h e A C TA C G e n e r a l Assembly in Vienna tomorrow (Tuesday, 4 November).Discussions will centre on a mileage fraud policy guide by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), of which ACTAC is a subregion, and which will be circulated to all 24 FIA member clubs in the 18 Ara b s p e a k i n g countries.Artificially lowering the mileage of a car today is a simple, cheap manipulation, which allows for the inflation of a vehicle’s value, in most cases by several thousand dollars,” said ACTAC Chairman Mohammed Ben Sulayem, the FIA Vice President.Countries go about addressing the issue in many different ways, allowing fraudsters to exploit the situation. In the EU, national approaches of single

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member states have shown that setting up national mileage databases merely shifts the problem to neighboring countries.

A C TA C , t h e r e f o r e , believes that further action should be pursued at a Pan Arab level, in a region with more than 300 million people and 1.7 million new car s a l e s e v e r y year.ACTA C says a coordinate d international effort is needed to implement a series of measures that include: •Encouraging all Arab States to consider the manipulation or tampering of an odometer as an offence and effectively enforce their legislation.

•Preventing tampering technically through revising type approval legislation or getting a voluntary commitment of the vehicle manufacturing industry in the Arab world.

•Setting up a Pan Arab electronic platform to exchange mileage data in compliance with data protection legislation making mileage data broadly available to Arab citizens buying motor vehicles, in particular cross border.

•Supporting specific campaigns by the ACTAC clubs and the respective Arab Member States aiming to raise citizens’ awareness about this issue when buying a used car.

RAISING THE GREEN FLAG The first UAE Nursery reaches International recognition with the ‘Green Flag’ accolade

PATROL POWER SUPPORTS DUBAI TRIATHLON EPIC ‘HERO OF ALL TERRAIN IN LIFE’ OFFICIAL VEHICLE OF PUNISHING THREE-DISCIPLINE RACE

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: issan Patrol, the toughest vehicle on or off the road, is the official vehicle of the Dubai International Triathlon, one of the most physically demanding events to mark the Middle E a s t s p o r t i n g calendar.Triathlon, an Olympic Games sport, is

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one of the fastest-growing sporting disciplines in the world and arguably the m o s t punishing.Competitors swim, run and bike in an energy-sapping competition. Meantime, Patrol is dubbed ‘Hero of All Terrain in Life’ due to its stamina and versatility in the most demanding conditions and environments.The ‘Dubai International Triathlon’, the first ‘half iron distance’ triathlon will be held at the Atlantis Resort on The Palm, Jumeirah.It will feature a 1.9km swim followed by 90km bike then a 21.1km run.

Organisers expect contestants to number more than 2000 inside two years.Katib Belkhodja, Brand Manager for SUVs and Crossovers in Nissan Middle East, says the Nissan Patrol and an elite triathlon event in the UAE “make a perfect fit.”Nissan Patrol is our flagship SUV and as the Hero of All Terrain in Life, clearly the appropriate choice for race organisers at Dubai International Tr i a t h l o n . T h e r e i s nothing tougher than a Patrol and nothing tougher than a triathlon event,says Belkhodja.

We are exceedingly proud to be the official vehicle at this inaugural triathlon featuring 1,000 contestants from 63 countries.The Dubai International Triathlon looks set to be a regular fixture in the UAE and Nissan is extremely

p l e a s e d t o b e involved.Conditions off the Atlantis are superb for triathlon with the waters calm and flat. The two-lap cycle ride leaves The Palm on to Hessa Street towards Sports City before returning to the Atlantis. The route is essentially level so competitors are likely to post fast times. The vital change between swim and bike will be crucial.A two-lap run on the crescent of The Palm with the Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Atlantis Resort provide a delightful setting but it’s unlikely competitors will have much time to admire the view.Dubai provides the perfect backdrop for a

half iron distance race, says Paul Venn, partner, Race ME. “We have perfect weather conditions, a great, fast course and a host city that people all over the world want to visit. This is an event that will very quickly feature in everyone’s top 10 races.The Dubai Sports Council is working with Race ME to help launch this Dubai sporting epic. This follows their unique and highly successful Desert Triathlon, which saw athletes combine running, cycling and horse riding in a world first. One of our roles as the Sports Council is to promote Dubai as global sporting destination,” says Dr. Ahmed Al Sharif, general secretary of Dubai Sports Council.

“Triathlon is one of the fastest growing sports in the world so it makes tremendous sense to stage an international race. We would want to encourage young UAE Nationals to get active and races like this one provide the perfect opportunity for them to aspire to compete in.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: rown Children’s Eco Nursery joined the global ranks of internationally acclaimed Eco-Schools on the 1st of July 2014, which marked a paramount leap for A CONTRACT WORTH €47 MILLION sustainable education in extensive 15,000 square the Middle East. As the first foot garden to the nursery Alstom to increase power transmission e v e r N u r s e r y t o b e mascot Pedro- a critically stability and quality across Saudi Arabia endangered Puerto Rican APPROACH TO HEALTH AND FITNESS Parrot, every aspect of B y Q a d e e r A h m a d u n i t s i n Ta m p e r e IN THE MIDDLE EAST Home Grown reflects the Siddiqui Dubai UAE: (Finland) and Riyadh Health and Fitness App Usage Increasing values of mindful living. lstom Grid has (Saudi Arabia). Patrick Further supporting been awarded a P l a s , S e n i o r V i c e Almost Twice as Fast as General Market in environmental awareness, € 4 7 m i l l i o n President Grid Power 2014, Study Shows the nursery is also home to turnkey contract by E l e c t r o n i c s a n d Smartphone Apps Provide Workout Plans, a recycling centre equaling S a u d i E l e c t r i c i t y Automation at Alstom S a a S a s m o s t retention and repeat C o m p a n y ( S E C ) t o Grid said, “Saudi Arabia Diet Advice, Health Screening and Medical recycled amounts to important. CRM is business. The platform s u p p l y F l e x i b l e A C is one of the most schools in the United Information currently the most can be fully integrated Transmission Systems in s i g n i f i c a n t a n d awarded the accolade in Kingdom. CSR initiatives prominent application with the POS system of Saudi Arabia. Alstom will demanding market areas the GCC region,Home like Harmony House are B y Q a d e e r A h m a d highest rates of mobile of the SaaS model the business and/or supply a Static VAr for power compensation Grown proudly raised the also closely ingrained in Siddiqui Dubai UAE: penetration in the world. globally. Retailers in c a n b e o p e r a t e d Compensator (SVC) to systems. This contract symbolic ‘Green Flag’at a the nursery’s philosophy e c h - s a v v y Popular apps on the significant ceremony on the UAE increasingly independently through the Jeddah substation, strengthens our position teaching children smartphone users market include Fitbit, the 17th of November.We c o m p a s s i o n a n d conduct the bulk of a tablet that is included situated on the coast of in the Middle East which can be used on its are truly honoured to join encouraging them to have t h e i r c o n s u m e r in the service, enabling the Red Sea in Western are using their devices to own or with the company’s the prestigious Ecoengagement on social staff to easily sign up Saudi Arabia, and two support their health and smart wristbands to track Schools programme.

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By Qadeer Ahmad new processes and the “Internet of Things” e x p e c t e d t o b e technology.Jean Marc Green Flag is no easy feat toys used at the nursery your health goals with there are a host of apps Siddiqui Dubai UAE: insights, and era. By analysing completed by 2016.The Coupet, Unit Managing as applicants undergo a are made from wood from i n t e r a c t i v e f e a t u r e s , available that provide overnments in delivering new kinds of data, governments Static VAr Compensator Director in KSA said, This truly meticulous seven sustainable forests, setting instant data and advice, more general healthcare the Middle v a l u e t o can gain new insights, system, which will utilise contract strengthens our s t e p e n v i r o n m e n t a l a c l e a r e x a m p l e o f and feedback on your support, including apps East need to stakeholders.The p r o v i d e u n i q u e the new Alstom patented position as one of the evaluation process; not s u s t a i n a b i l i t y a n d progress.According to provided by government. ‘smartify’ data to Middle East’s Smart e x p e r i e n c e s , a n d SVC configuration (with world leading suppliers only demonstrating a illustrating that mindful, market researcher Flurry In the UAE, Dubai Health enhance their Smart Cities need to create novel sources blocking reactor) to for FACTS technology. green-friendly approach to holistic living can begin at Analytics overall health Authority’s free app allows City value, SAP of value to make i m p r o v e t e c h n i c a l SEC continues to launch education but driving any age. Home Grown and fitness app usage you to perform services announced today at citizens and tourists performance, will provide n e w p r o j e c t s t h a t environmental impact in believes that every child is grew 62 percent in the first such as finding a doctor the Arab Future Cities h a p p i e r, a n d t h e fast voltage support at modernise and sustain the community.To date, unique and deserves to half of this year, almost a n d b o o k i n g a n Summit Dubai b u s i n e s s e s m o r e substations, stabilising p o w e r s u p p l y a n d only 12 fully-fledged develop in nurturing, twice as fast as the 33 appointment, and can 2014.Throughout the successful,” said Sam p o w e r s u p p l y a n d distribution in KSA. schools have been best engaging and eco-friendly percent increase for the help you calculate your Middle East, sensors Alkharrat, SAP MENA. s t r e n g t h e n i n g t h e Alstom is proud to be part owed with the ‘Green Flag’ surroundings. This was overall market.The Middle b o d y m a s s i n d e x . embedded in SAP is a Platinum transmission grid; power o f t h e s e b i g in the region. Home Grown best represented at the East, which has one of the Smartphone users now everyday objects and Sponsor of the Arab will be fed to major areas projects.Saudi Arabia is earns its place this year as flag raising ceremony h i g h e s t r a t e s o f h a v e u n p r e c e d e n t e d mobile devices are Future Cities Summit across Jeddah and emerging as the world’s the only Nursery School to hosted at Home Grown, Al smartphone penetration access to the best health g e n e r a t i n g D u b a i . M i c h a e l Mecca. 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QATAR 2015 PROUD SUPPORTER OF EDUCATE A CHILD Proceeds from Championship Ticket Sales to go to Education Above All’s Global Programme - Educate A Child to Bring the Transformational Power of Education to Children

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THE LOOMING TALENT CRISIS: RESEARCH SHOWS UAE COMPANIES UNPREPARED FOR FUTURE OF WORK Integrated Talent Management and Skills will Drive the Next Generation Workforce, in Line with UAE Vision 2021

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: AE employers will need to increase their focus o n a d o p t i n g organizational capability towards fast changing technology landscape to give their workers the right mix of skills in the next three years to enable future growth, according to a new study by Oxford Economics and SAP SE.As the UAE builds its knowledge-based economy in line with UAE Vision 2021, training the next-generation workforce becomes increasingly important. 15% of respondents in the UAE said bridging the learning of the capabilities of cloud is needed today, more than double, 39%, see cloud as being necessary in three years’ time, according to the study, part of the global “Workforce 2020”- report, which surveyed 5,400 executives and employees in 27 countries. However, just 24% of employees in the UAE expect to be proficient in cloud within three years, the report found.The survey also found strong increases in demand for cloud, analytics, mobile technology, and social media skills, with predicted growth of 88%, 58%, and 28% respectively in the next three years. However, only about 25%-35% of UAE employees expect to be proficient in these areas by 2017. Closing the skills gap must be a priority for employers in the UAE,

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MENA.With the high potential of Millennials there is a tremendous opportunity to foster the next generation of business leaders and accelerate growth.

KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA’S COMPLEX INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS REQUIRE ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION SOFTWARE KSA is GCC’s Largest Construction Market at USD 1 Trillion: Deloitte

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s USD 1 trillion worth of infrastructure projects will require the most advanced construction software, industry specialists announced today at Saudi Build.As the GCC’s largest construction market, the Kingdom hosts USD 1 trillion worth of upcoming construction projects in residential, healthcare,

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feasability studies for the design, build, and operating phases, according to Tekla, w h i c h o ff e r s t h e Te k l a B I M s i g h t solution.Demonstrating strong demand, the global BIM market will grow from USD 2.6 billion in 2013 to USD 8.6 billion in 2020, according

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he Qatar 2015 O r g a n i s i n g Committee has announced that it is a proud supporter of Educate A Child, a global programme of Education Above All (EAA). It has pledged to donate all funds raised from ticket sales and related activities of the 24th Men’s H a n d b a l l Wo r l d

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Championship to the programme.EAA is a global initiative founded by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser in Qatar. It brings together programmes that provide educational opportunities, with a special commitment to communities facing poverty and crisis. Educate A Child, a programme of EAA, aims to increase the numbers of children worldwide who can claim their right to education.

Educate A Child is working with a range of international and national partners to bring new life chances and real hope and opportunities to poor and marginalised children, youth and women in the developing world.

In donating the funds raised through this first-of-its-kind agreement, Qatar 2015 aims to demonstrate the incredible impact that sport can have on society, and ensure a long-lasting legacy for the Championship, which begins on 15 January 2 0 1 5 . D r. T h a n i Abdulrahman Al Kuwari,

Director General, Qatar 2015, said: “Under the leadership of H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Organising Committee, we are honoured to have the opportunity to make a real contribution that will change the lives of children and give them a better future. The championship is not just a tournament but a means to make a contribution to Qatar ’s N a t i o n a l Vi s i o n 2 0 3 0 through social, human, e c o n o m i c a n d e n v i r o n m e n t a l development.Marcio Barbosa, CEO of Education Above All, said: “Education Above All will work with the

Organising Committee to ensure that funds raised will help transform the lives of children around the world via the Educate A Child programme. We invite and encourage everyone in Qatar to come and see the matches, knowing that as well as enjoying an incredible sporting experience, they will also be funding children’s education

QCC TO CONDUCT WORKSHOP ON IMPROVING QUALITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT Participants to Be Familarised with QCC’s Products Certification Schemes during Big 5 International Building and Construction Show

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: bu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (QCC), the entity responsible for developing quality infrastructure and raising awareness on quality standards in Abu Dhabi, is set to conduct a workshop for suppliers and manufacturers in the construction industry on the opening day of the Big 5 International Building and Construction Show. Titled ‘Improving the Quality and E n v i r o n m e n t a l Performance of the Built Environment through Product Certification’, the workshop will highlight QCC’s efforts to raise awareness about the quality assurance process in the construction industry. In addition to familiarizing participants with QCC’s certification schemes, the session will also highlight t h e A b u D h a b i government’s programs and policies related to quality and sustainability in the construction sector.

QCC will also assist interested suppliers gain the n e c e s s a r y certifications.The Big 5 International Building and Construction Show, the largest construction exhibition in the Middle East, is scheduled to run from 17 to 20 November at the Dubai World Trade Center.Speaking about the importance of the workshop, Salem Khalid Al Qassimi, Director of Product Conformity at Abu Dhabi

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hundred per cent of funds raised through this partnership will go towards enrolling out of school children in educational programmes.”Educate A Child is active in more than 30 countries, working with strategic and implementing partners including UNRWA, UNESCO and UNICEF, as well as local organisations to help break though barriers that have been identified to hinder access to education. EAC has commitments in place to provide access to education for more than 5 million children, contributing to closing the out of school children gap worldwide.

Quality and Conformity Council, said: “The construction industry is a key contributor to the economy of the UAE due to the unprecedented scale of development projects carried out in the country. In conducting this workshop, we aim to support the construction industry by enhancing their understanding of the quality a n d c o n f o r m i t y requirements and assisting interested suppliers in attaining certifications.”

He added: “Over the last two years, we have been closely working with public and private stakeholders in the development and implementation of various products certification schemes that enable high quality and environmentally friendly products to be certified by the QCC Trustmark. To date, we have launched 12 schemes to ensure compliance of products, services and personnel with QCC’s quality and conformity requirements.” The first session of the workshop will cover certification of products that require the approval of the Estidama Pearl Ratings from the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council. The segment will examine QCC’s Water Fixtures Certification Schemes, Exterior and Interior Paints Certification Schemes, Adhesives and Sealants Certification Scheme, Carpets and Hard Flooring Schemes, and Air Conditioning Equipment

and Chillers Certification Scheme.The second and third session will cover the certification of products that involve Abu Dhabi municipalities such as the Recycled Crushed Aggregate Certification Scheme, Window Safety Fixtures Certification Scheme, Exterior LED Luminaires Certification Scheme, the Polyethylene Plastic Pipes Certification Scheme, and Children's Indoor and Outdoor Play Equipment Certification Scheme. Of these schemes, the Municipality of Abu Dhabi City (ADM) is enforcing the standards for playgrounds, whereas the window fixture standards are enforced by the Department of Municipal Affairs (DMA).The Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council was established in 2009 to raise the quality of Abu Dhabi’s exports and products traded locally. QCC sets guidelines and benchmarks to identify and verify that products manufactured and traded in the emirate conform to the highest quality standards. In addition to protecting the interests of Abu Dhabi’s consumers, QCC is mandated to support its competitive economy and integration into the global marketplace.

This is achieved through enabling regulators to establish and implement p r o d u c t s a f e t y, l e g a l metrology and conformity schemes.

Proceeds from ticket sales at the 24th Men’s Handball World Championship will THE BIG 5, MIDDLE EAST CONCRETE AND PMV LIVE GET further its mission to reach more children and create EVEN BIGGER IN 2014 awareness among A record number of exhibitors and educational events at this year’s members of society and exhibition, as the world comes to Dubai to be part of the GCC governments about the universal responsibility that construction boom can be upheld and worked t o w a r d s t h r o u g h t h e By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui spectacular educational programme, according to achievement of education Dubai UAE: he Big 5 2014, co- White.The programme has around the world. One for all. located with Middle increased our audience East Concrete and appeal and attracts a more ADNOC SELECTS SAP SOLUTIONS TO ENABLE IT EXCELLENCE PMV Live, will be the diverse group of visitors.

IN THE UAE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY largest ever held in the This year there will be 55 The SAP Platform will support ADNOC’s Overall business region as its construction CPD certified workshops, s e c t o r e n j o y s allowing attendees to learn transformation strategy u n p r e c e d e n t e d at the show and earn growth.GCC countries will professional recognition,”

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui 40 billion investment in skills at ADNOC which are award $195.67 billion of White said at today’s press Dubai UAE: c r u d e , n a t u r a l g a s , aligned with ADNOC plans construction contracts this conference.The four-day bu Dhabi National p e t r o c h e m i c a l , a n d establishing its Center of workshop programme O i l C o m p a n y refinery projects that E x c e l l e n c e f o r I T has high-profile (ADNOC) and SAP started few years ago and Professionals, added Al specialists on a range of Director of Green s i g n e d a l o n g - t e r m due for completion soon, Hashmi.Mr George Riding, subjects including Technologies, a LEED s t r a t e g i c p a r t n e r s h i p A D N O C w i l l h e l p t o Chief Financial Officer of green building, project Fellow and a member of the a g r e e m e n t f o r t h e enhance the UAE’s energy SAP Middle East and North management, PPP judging panel for The Big t r a n s f o r m a t i o n o f production capacity and A f r i c a , s a i d : “ T h i s financing and contract 5’s Gaia Awards honouring ADNOC’s Information economy. The UAE is the agreement extends our resolution. sustainable and green Technology services and world’s second largest longstanding partnership White said:We have products.Guest speaker at business processes.The exporter of petroleum with ADNOC, and our goal engaged this year the conference Engi Jaber a g r e e m e n t w a s p r o d u c t s b y v a l u e , of driving innovation in the directly with HR was part of the team that announced at the 17th Abu a c c o r d i n g t o t h e oil and gas sector. departments to ensure delivered the first hotel in D h a b i I n t e r n a t i o n a l Organization of Petroleum By helping ADNOC to run they know the value to year, up almost $35bn Abu Dhabi to earn a two Petroleum Exhibition and Exporting Countries.The simple, and developing the compared with 2013, t h e i r s t a f f o f t h e pearl Estidama certificate.

Conference (ADIPEC) that s t r a t e g i c c o r p o r a t e technology skills of the according to a report professional development She said: “I believe we will kicked off at Abu Dhabi agreement with SAP is the workforce of the future, commissioned in the run up available at The Big see more requirements and National Exhibition Center foundation for ADNOC and together we will drive the to The Big 5, the region’s 5.”There is also a two-day the regulations will become u n d e r t h e t h e m e its Group of Companies to U A E ’ s N e t w o r k e d l a r g e s t b u i l d i n g a n d Sustainable Design & more stringent. People are C h a l l e n g e s a n d implement streamlined and Economy by harnessing construction event.The Construction Conference, realising that even if Opportunities for the Next i n n o v a t i v e b u s i n e s s this hyper-connectivity to report by Ventures Middle which begins on the second regulations are increased, 30 Years.The long-term solutions. These solutions provide greater flexibility East says governments day of the show. The region developers will still be agreement will provide across the GCC are eager to do it as ADNOC with a range of key involved in “heavy e v e r y o n e business solutions investment…irrespe benefits.The third day a d d r e s s i n g A D N O C ’s ctive of their of The Big 5 sees a exploration and b u d g e t a r y one-day conference production, marketing and balances”.In the How to Trade in the refinery, finance, human UAE, Ventures has UAE where Adil Al resources, procurement, forecast a 4% Zarooni, Vice and supply chain increase in the President of Sales at m a n a g e m e n t country’s GDP this Jebel Ali Free Zone requirements built on a year to more than (JAFZA) is one of the common platform for $400bn, fuelled by speakers.He will offer ADNOC and its Group of has embraced sustainable the construction a unique insight into how Companies.Mr Darwish sector.This year’s The Big practice in the past five free zones work and how Abdulla Al Qubaisi, 5, and its co-located shows years introducing legal foreign companies can Director of Shared & Middle East Concrete and r e q u i r e m e n t s o n enjoy unrestricted labour Te c h n i c a l S e r v i c e s PMV Live, will host more c o n s t r u c t o r s . T h e i m p o r t a n d c a p i t a l Directorate in ADNOC will enable us to provide a n d v a l u e t o t h e i r than 2,700 exhibitors from s o p h i s t i c a t i o n o f t h e export.He says:We support said: “Our vision is to world-class IT services for c u s t o m e r s , a d d e d 60 countries, with 25% i n d u s t r y a n d t h e businesses to succeed and transform ADNOC into an A D N O C a n d G r o u p Riding.ADNOC is the main requirements of clients for representing new out unprecedented innovative hub to support Companies,” said Ms Nada sponsor of ADIPEC 2014, exhibitors in 2014.In 2013 higher levels of buildings, connectivity, through land, the ADNOC long term Al Hashmi, Manager of where the announcement products and services has The Big 5 attracted more sea and air allows strategy which is in line with Information Systems & was unveiled, and SAP is t h a n 7 4 , 0 0 0 i n d u s t r y certainly increased in pace c o m p a n i e s t o r e a c h ‘Abu Dhabi Vision 2030.’ Technology Division in serving as the Associate a n d c o m p l e x i t y . professionals from 124 customers around the Information Technology is ADNOC.The first projects Partner and Executive countries and Andy White, Sustainability has quickly world.The Big 5, Middle a major enabler in this will kick-off soon to reap the Seminar Sponsor of the picked up in the region, the Group Event Director East Concrete and PMV strategy.The partnership benefits of this strategic Middle East Petroleum for The Big 5, says he especially in the UAE, and Live take place next week with SAP will strengthen c o o p e r a t i o n . T h i s Club n exclusive private expects this number to we continue to see major from 17–20 November at our capabilities and help us significant deal is part of a business club for the oil increase even more this a d v a n c e s i n g r e e n the Dubai World Trade to build the business series of partnerships we a n d g a s i n d u s t r y ’ s year. Alongside the record b u i l d i n g s , s a i d M a r i o Centre and are open from solutions for the future of intend to establish with leaders.For more than 40 number of exhibitors is a Seneviratne, Managing 11:00am to 7:00pm daily.

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Qasmi. ”Tekla is eager to leverage the expertise in designing World Cup stadiums to help the Kingdom construct its planned 11 worldc l a s s s t a d i u m s . Te k l a technology was used in 10 of the 12 stadiums at the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil, including the Arena Amazônia, whose construction company Martifer Construções improved productivity by 20 percent and efficiency by 30 percent.The recent partnership between Tekla’s parent company Trimble, and Gehry Technologies, the technology company created by the world-renowned architect Frank Gehry, will further enhance the BIM market in the Kingdom.

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PATHFINDERS WITH YOUR BREAKFAST CEREAL Special K promotion tastes good to Nissan customers

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ifteen Nissan Pathfinder vehicles are up for grabs in an exciting competition and all you have to do is make sure you’re keeping up your quota of Special K c e r e a l f o r breakfast.Japanese automaker Nissan has partnered with breakfast cereal giant Kellogg’s for a panMiddle East scratch and win competition where everyone’s a winner.In addition to the award-winning Pathfinders on offer, everyone who takes part in the competition can download from Kellogg’s’ website a two-week diet programme centered on Special K, one of the most popular – and healthiest – cereals a v a i l a b l e t o d a y.

Kellogg’s style bags are also among the prizes.

Participants only need to pick up a promotional packet of Special K and s c r a t c h a c c o r d i n g l y. K a t i b Belkhodja, Brand Manager for SUVs and

Crossovers in Nissan Middle East, says: “Nissan and Kellogg’s both represent the quality in our fields so it is a seamless partnership. Special K is about a healthy lifestyle, so is our multiaward-winning pathfinder. Both are

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leaders.Kellogg’s Marketing Manager, Mohamed El Batouti has also hailed the partnership that has resulted in the alreadyp o p u l a r competition.We are proud to have joined forces with top automaker Nissan, for this exciting contest.

Our shared vision and commitment to excellence helped unite us; together, we hope to generate greater awareness of Special K. We are

delighted to be offering 15 Nissan Pathfinders to our loyal and new consumers; the generous prize, without a doubt, makes this Special K contest even more special.The allnew Pathfinder has enjoyed ultra-high levels of popularity since its launch in 2013 with Pathfinder sales more than doubling for financial year 2013 compared to the previous 12 months. In addition, the model was recently awarded as “Best Midsize SUV of the year” by Automan, the leading automotive m a g a z i n e i n Oman.OctoberNovember was chosen for the promotion because the weather in the region is delightful and people are out socializing at their fashionable best. The promotion aims to complement the season and focus on fitness for customers.

EMIRATES VACATION CLUB RECEIVES BEST TIMESHARE RESORT AND CHAIRMAN’S CLUB AWARDS Global recognitions for outstanding vacation service

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: mirates Vacation Club, the fastest g r o w i n g vacation ownership c o m p a n y a n d developer of timeshare in the Middle East, has been recently recognized for its unparalleled service a n d l e v e l o f excellence.The private resident club located at the Emirates Grand Hotel in the heart of Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road was awarded Best Timeshare Resort, Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) in 2014

by Perspective Magazine and was honoured Chairman’s Club Award by Interval International.Ashraf El Zarqa, Chief Operating Officer for EVC said:What other companies took to achieve in several years, we have done in a short amount of time because I have the best staff in the world and we offer an exemplary level of quality and service to our guests and owners.

We have created the fastest growing vacation ownership c o m p a n y a n d timeshare developer in the Middle East and we

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are working on targeting the entire world.The Chairman’s Club Award from Interval International is given to resorts that provide an outstanding vacation experience. It

is an annual program that recognizes the top 25 membershipproducing developer companies worldwide based on new memberships received

by Interval International during the previous c a l e n d a r y e a r. T h e Perspective Magazine Awards program is a prestigious global recognition program that combines a panel of four judges who do not know each other until after the voting is completed. Each vote accounts for 20% of the overall result for each award and the remaining 20% is based on a public online vote by industry peers. This is Emirates Vacation Club’s second

award in the category, the first award received i n 2 0 11 . S i n c e i t s inception in 2010, EVC has sold a weeksbased product but now offers the Club Interval overlay from Interval International a l l o w i n g members to use their floating weeks as before or convert them into points. The program also include Interval Gold benefits such as options to have multiple shorter stays or use the value of their time toward a cruise, spa or golf vacation, as well as many lifestyle a n d t r a v e l discounts.Currently, guests and owners use the membership at Emirates Grand Hotel where they enjoy a luxurious stay but soon a new tower, Emirates Grand Apartments, will also offer timeshare weeks but with more affordable prices. The 30-story tower with studio, one- and twobedroom units will have both timeshare and c o n d o - h o t e l apartments, with both types of ownership affiliated with Interval.

UAE AND OMAN SIGN MOU ON CONSUMER PROTECTION

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he United Arab E m i r a t e s , represented by the Ministry of Economy, and the Sultanate of Oman, represented

by Public Authority for Consumer Protection (PACP), have signed a memorandum o f understandin g (MoU) to expedite legal and technical cooperation in the field of consumer protection between the two countries.Mohammed Ahmed al Shehhi, UnderSecretary for Economic Affairs at the Ministry of Economy, confirmed that the UAE and Oman have made significant headway in the field of legislations concerning the protection of consumer rights. The

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MoU will build upon the synergy established to date and facilitate the exchange of knowledge and best practices for the benefit of consumers in both countries.Dr Saeed b i n Khamis al Kaabi, Chairman , Public Authority f o r Consume

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: h e r e c e n t renovation at Golden Sands Hotel Apartments, part of A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises and pioneered the concept of hotel apartments in the region, will be the highlight of this year’s participation at World Travel Market (WTM), the leading global event for the travel industry, taking place in London from 3 to 6 November 2014.The team of Golden Sands Hotel Apartments to be headed by Mohammed Khoori, General Manager, will update existing and new industry partners of the refurbishments to show their continued commitment in enhancing the stay of visitors to Dubai, maintain the quality of the offering and meet the c u s t o m e r ’ s expectations.Golden Sands 10 has renovated their rooms to reflect a homey feeling. The newly refurbished apartments are designed with muted color palettes and an eclectic mix of stylish modern furniture and rich fabrics, completed with up-to-date fittings.We are always working to enhance our guests experience and we have carried out the refurbishment to reflect a relaxing atmosphere when they stay at Golden Sands. We would like to maintain our status as a good budget option for holiday makers to Dubai so keeping our hotel

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apartments in good and pleasant condition are important to us.The opening of several new hotels in the area will b r i n g i n t e n s e competition; therefore, we want our guests to feel

that they are getting the best value for their money,said Mr. Khoori.

The team will also focus on developing new markets such as Australia and the Far East in addition to their existing markets from GCC, Europe and the subContinent. Hotel packages for the winter season will be unveiled to attract more visitors to the property. WTM is a vibrant must attend business-to-business event presenting a diverse range of destinations and industry sectors to UK and International travel professionals. It is a unique opportunity for the whole global travel trade to meet, network, negotiate and conduct business. The team of Golden Sands Hotel Apartments will be exhibiting under the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) stand ME200. Visitors to the stand will see the latest images of the newlyrenovated property.

TILAL LIWA HOTEL WELCOMES THE WINTER SEASON WITH A TEMPTING WEEKEND PACKAGE Escape the cries of the bustling city life with Danat Weekend Package

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: elcome the winter season at Tilal Liwa Hotel, a secluded hideaway leisure resort, where families, friends and colleagues can experience tranquility and sheer solitude with its stunning location and superb facilities.The 111key property offers a stunning view of the Rub Al Khalil Desert and with its calm and quiet atmosphere guests who are looking for a complete relaxation or simply to escape the bustle of city life even for a short period such as the weekend, will find Tilal Liwa Hotel the perfect place. The property is offering the

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Danat Weekend Escape package starting from Dhs 449 for a stay in a Superior Room on double occupancy with complimentary buffet breakfast for two adults and two children below 12 years. The package is valid on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and also includes adventure activities such as camel trekking, kite flying, bicycling and sand boarding. Hotel guests can also avail a 20% discount on all food and beverage during their stay and the same discount will apply on any massage and beauty treatments at Body & Soul Recreation

activities can be arranged for a fee.Khaled Sharabassy, General Manager, said: “Winter is undoubtedly one of the most awaited seasons of the year so we invite residents and visitors from the GCC to welcome the season with their loved ones and friends at Tilal Liwa Hotel. Our stunning location is perfect for a family gathering or a friendly get t o g e t h e r. T h e w a r m welcome of our staff will definitely keep you upbeat to enjoy the season.The Danat Weekend Escape offer is valid for UAE and GCC residents only and the rate is based on single and double occupancy.

Rate is subject to 10% service charge and 6% tourism fee.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: asdar, Abu D h a b i ’ s renewable energy company, today joined the nation-wide celebration of Flag Day. The UAE flag was raised as part of a special ceremony held at the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, an independent, UAE.His Excellency Dr. Sultan Ahmad Al Jaber, minister of state and chairman of Masdar, led the ceremonial raising of the flag, along with Dr. Ahmad Belhoul, CEO of Masdar, and Dr. Fred Moavenzadeh, president

of Masdar Institute. They were joined by Masdar staff, along with faculty members and students of Masdar Institute. The event was held in the heart of Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s low-carbon u r b a n

supporting Abu Dhabi’s economic transformation with human capital development and adding knowledge-based sectors. Today, Masdar is a leading university, an investor, deploying clean energy and building the world’s most sustainable city.

research-driven university focused on advancing energy and s u s t a i n a b l e technologies.Flag Day celebrations this year coincide with the 10-year anniversary of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s Presidency of the

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ubai Parks and Resorts LLC, a Meraas Holding c o m p a n y, t o d a y announced the appointment of Parques Reunidos, one of the leading and fastest-growing leisure park operator in the

marks Parques Reunidos’ foray into the Middle East, was announced on the sidelines of the World

and marine life parks around the world, primarily across Europe and the US. Raed Al Nuaimi, CEO of Dubai Parks and Resorts LLC, said:motiongateTM Dubai and Bollywood ParksTM Dubai are unique projects that will alter the entertainment landscape of the region.

We have partnered with the best in the business to run these themed destination parks.

Parques Reunidos has years of expertise in global theme park operations that we hope to leverage to recreate the glory and splendor of Hollywood and Bollywood movies in an interactive form to enthrall visitors.Yann Caillère, CEO of Parques Reunidos, said: “We are very pleased to join hands

with Dubai Parks and Resorts and oversee the operations at its unique evolving theme based entertainment destinations. The Middle East region offers exciting

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continues to enhance its reputation as a luxury destination in the Western Region. My team and I will continue to exceed our exemplary levels of personalized service and will work hard to guarantee a relaxing and unforgettable stay for our guests!Mr. Sharabassy holds a degree in Hotels & Restaurant Management and has been employed previously with international chains Kempinski Hotels, Intercontinental Hotels Group and now at Danat Hotels & Resorts since 2005. Mr. Sharabassy witnessed how Tilal Liwa Hotel has grown successfully and takes pride in being part of the hotel which currently enjoys high occupancy and consistently receives outstanding reviews from its customers. He has an impressive track record in the hospitality industry with career ranging from Revenue management, Rooms Division, Sales & Marketing, Channel management, Edistribution and Forecast management.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: D N O C Distribution participated today in the nation-wide campaign that in celebration of “UAE Flag Day”. The ceremony to hoist UAE flag was held at t h e c o m p a n y headquarters at Abu Dhabi. The ceremony represented a symbol of u n i t y , national pride and patriotism a n d witnessed a c t i v e participation f r o m A D N O C Distribution’

UAE. May God bless and protect him.Al Dhaheri added: “ADNOC Distribution is proud to reassure that our promises and our efforts to serve our nation’s flag and sacrifice for it, and we are working in light of the guidance of our leadership to contribute to the development and prosperity of our

s management and all its employees.On this auspicious occasion, Abdulla Salem Al Dhaheri, Chief Executive Officer of ADNOC Distribution, said: “UAE Flag Day is a very special occasion as its symbolize sublime values. Also, this is the appropriate date for us to express our gratitude to the founders of our nation, and to be united behind our wise leadership represented

by His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the

economy and to achieve the strategic goals of UAE and preserve its gains.UAE celebrates in November the third of each year's its “Flag Day’ with a nation-wide ceremony to hoist it above all the central government buildings across the country. The annual celebration in this day coincides with the accession of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan as the President of the UAE, may God protect him, to the presidency.

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development.Since its launch in 2006, Masdar has been a leader in advancing the development of renewable energy and clean technology in the UAE, across the Middle E a s t a n d g l o b a l l y.

Through its holistic approach – merging research, investment and commercialization – the company is

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By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ilal Liwa Hotel, a secluded desert hideaway located on the edge of the Rub Al Khali, known as the Empty Quarter, announces the appointment of Khaled Sharabassy as General Manager.Mr. Sharabassy brings a wealth of experience spanning 20 years in the hospitality industry. He previously served as Cluster Manager of eCommerce and Revenue Operations of Danat Hotels & Resorts. His major achievements include brand positioning of the hotel’s chain group and also instrumental in increasing the revenues of the group for each property through his vast knowledge of revenue operations.Mr. Sharabassy shows his passion for his work by studying the market, business, industry reports and programs to be updated of the latest trend. His drive for improvement and growth will help Mr Sharabassy handle the daily operations of Tilal Liwa Hotel including food and beverage, rooms, sales and marketing. On his a p p o i n t m e n t , M r.

Sharabassy says:It’s a great privilege to work with the team of Tilal Liwa Hotel and I will endeavour to ensure that the Hotel

ADNOC DISTRIBUTION PARTICIPATES IN NATION-WIDE CAMPAIGN TO RAISE THE UAE FLAG

MASDAR CELEBRATES ‘FLAG DAY’

DUBAI PARKS AND RESORTS APPOINTS PARQUES REUNIDOS PARK OPERATOR FOR MOTIONGATETM DUBAI AND BOLLYWOOD PARKS TM DUBAI

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Club. Tilal Liwa Hotel also offers several exciting desert activities such as Desert Dune Drive 4x4, quad biking, camel riding, and stargazing in the night sky. They also arrange specialized excursion tours such as Desert Sunrise drive, Desert Sunset Drive and Tour to the Liwa Oasis. All these

TILAL LIWA HOTEL ANNOUNCES NEW GENERAL MANAGER Mr. Khaled Sharabassy is appointed to oversee hotel operations

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC OPENS DOORS TO THIRD ANNUAL ‘POWER TO THE CLOUD’

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: is Excellency M o h a m m e d A h m a d B i n Abdulaziz Al Shehhi, Undersecretary for Economic Affairs, UAE Ministry of Economy, today graced Schneider Electric’s flagship annual event Power to the Cloud as the guest of honor.In his keynote address, A l S h e h h i highlighted the future of the country’s smart and sustainable urban landscape, its benefits to citizens, and the event’s industry stature as a key platform for the exchange of technological know-how and trends.Remarking on technology’s central role to global smart cities, Al Shehhi said: “Global cities are seeking to integrate

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the components of their urban ecosystems such as governments, schools, healthcare institutions, and security agencies via strong infrastructure and c o n n e c t i v i t y networks.During this constant, on-going quest

Power to the Cloud comes at a time when the country’s infrastructure and IT industry is booming, and governments have greater responsibility in allocating their resources wisely.Power to the Cloud is underway at AtlantisThe Palm in Dubai. Key highlights of the event include a l a r g e prefabricated m o d u l a r datacentre and S c h n e i d e r E l e c t r i c ’ s proposed display for EXPO 2020.

Additionally, the global energy management leader is showcasing smart buildings solutions, energy efficient home automation systems, smart public services such as security and mobility, smart grids and integrated cloud management platforms.

Travel Market, the leading global event for the travel industry in r Protection, said the MoU London in November prospects for the leisure will help drive further this year. As part of a and entertainment cooperation between management contract, industry, and we have Oman and the UAE. Parques Reunidos will been planning our Affirming that the MoU will operate and manage regional foray for some allow for a better w o r l d , a s p a r k t w o o f t h e k e y time now.As part of our for sophisticated exchange of information, o p e r a t o r s f o r components at the g r o w t h s t r a t e g y, developments for our studies and expertise, he motiongateTM Dubai mega entertainment Parques Reunidos is a n d B o l l y w o o d h e a l t h , s e c u r i t y, pointed out that as a key hub.Parques Reunidos always on the lookout infrastructure, education o u t c o m e o f t h e ParksTM Dubai, taking is an international for assets that allow the and energy industries, we agreement, consumers in shape at the emirate’s M a d r i d - b a s e d Group to reinforce its need leadership and the UAE and Oman will newest leisure and entertainment operator position in the market e n t e r t a i n m e n t inspiration from experts gain access to information that manages 54 theme and, for that, we look for who can help weave the related to the price of d e s t i n a t i o n . T h e and amusement parks, strong partnerships in agreement, which elements seamlessly. commodities. water parks, zoological management contracts. azad news uae.azad news uae .azad news uae azad news uae.azad news uae azad news uae azad news uae.azad news uae .azad news uae azad news uae.azad news uae azad news uae azad news uae. (pg16)

AMAF DONATES OVER AED500,000 TO DHA’S HEALTHCARE FUND FOR TREATEMENT OF INSOLVENT CANCER PATIENTS Articulates Effort to Revive Waqf for Healthcare

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MOHAMMED BIN RASHID SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT AND HAMDAN BIN MOHAMMED SMART UNIVERSITY DISCUSS COLLABORATION

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG), a research and teaching institution focusing on public policy in the Arab world, explored opportunities for collaboration with a delegation from the H a m d a n B i n Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU).

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education through the use of technology and ICT solutions. An agreement was reached to use Dr Al Awar’s book Positive Energy as teaching material in MBSRG’s executive programs.

Inspired by the leadership style and thought orientation of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid A l M a k t o u m , Vi c e

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: wqaf and Minors A f f a i r s Foundation (AMAF) has donated a cheque worth AED584,000 to the Dubai Health Authority ( D H A ) a s i t s contribution to the healthcare fund that has not received as much support as other waqf funds. AMAF’s donation will be used to pay for the treatment of insolvent cancer patients.His Excellency Ta y e b A l R a i s , Secretary General of AMAF, handed over the cheque to His Excellency Engineer E s s a A l M a i d o o r, Director General of the Dubai Health Authority, a t t h e D H A headquarters.His Excellency Tayeb Al Rais, Secretary General

knowledge. By sharing expertise and best practices, we hope to enhance public sector performance and boost competitiveness.Dr. M a n s o u r A l Aw a r, Chancellor, HBMSU, said:The visit is in line with our ongoing efforts to connect with academic and educational institutions for the exchange of experiences and know-

of AMAF, said: “Most of the waqf donors direct their donations to building mosques.

While other funds, like healthcare funds, suffer deficits despite their vital role in helping needy patients.The Foundation’s actively seeks opportunities that benefit the public through vital sectors such as education and healthcare. We hope that our cooperation with DHA will be a good start for future waqf projects that serve the s o c i e t y. W e a r e

confident AMAF’s initiative will revive waqf for healthcare and encourage corporates and financially capable individuals to come forward and help cover the costs of treatment through the waqf f u n d s . A M A F ’s g e s t u r e articulates its efforts to support D u b a i ’ s pioneering role i n t h e implementation of waqf projects, such as building hospitals,

establishing waqf funds, and providing free medical treatment to the needy. Ahmad Abu Shehab, Director of Waqf Development, said: This initiative reiterates AMAF’s goal to forge effective partnerships with government entities.

The Foundation’s gesture is also the first of its kind that seeks to activate the healthcare f u n d ’s c o n t r i b u t i o n towards supporting insolvent patients and paying for their medical treatment costs.

OASIS CENTRE ROLLS OUT “CLOTHES FOR COMPASSION” CAMPAIGN TO MINIMIZE THE SUFFERING OF SYRIAN REFUGEES

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: asis Centre, the community convenient mall and part of Landmark Group, today announced the roll-out of the second edition of the awardwinning cause-related campaign, Clothes for Compassion, which engages community members in supporting the UAE Red Crescent’s campaign (Our hearts with Syrians) to alleviate the hardships of Syrian refugees by donating clothes for them. The announcement was made during an official launch ceremony held at Oasis Centre in the p r e s e n c e o f representatives of the UAE Red Crescent and p a r t n e r i n g outlets.Oasis Centre has set collection points in the mall where members of the community can put the clothes they donate in campaign-branded boxes set by the Centre. The initiative will last for one full month before the UAE Red Crescent takes charge of delivering the clothes to Syrian refugee camps.CSR is an integral part of our strategy and value proposition for the community”, said Neelesh Bhatnagar,

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During the meeting, Dr Ali Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President, MBRSG, and Dr M a n s o u r A l Aw a r, Chancellor, HBMSU discussed enhanced synergy in the areas of academic curricula, training, and research.Dr Al Marri offered an overview of MBRSG’s strategic plan and sustained efforts in building the p u b l i c i n s t i t u t i o n ’s capacity. This was followed by a presentation on the academic programs, executive education and leadership programs offered by the school. On his part, Dr Al Awar offered insights into HBMSU’s academic and training programs and its vision of providing quality

President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the book focuses on the role of positive energy in p e r s onal and institutional life.

Dr Ali Sebaa Al Marri commended the achievements of HBMSU under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh H a m d a n B i n Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and President of the University.

Speaking on the discussions, he said: “One of our primary objectives at MBRSG is to collaborate with government and a c a d e m i c organizations and open the doors for dialogue towards enriching

how in organizational and administrative development. We look forward to further strengthening our academic ties to aid the growth of both the e n t i t i e s . T h e Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government is committed to promoting good governance through enhancing the region’s capacity for effective p u b l i c p o l i c y. T h e school uses a fourpronged approach, which includes applied research in public policy and management, academic programs in public policy and administration, as well as executive education programs and knowledge forums for scholars and policy makers.

TWOFOUR54 CREATIVE LAB LAUNCHES FIRST COMIC BOOK AT SHARJAH INTERNATIONAL BOOK FAIR

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: wofour54 creative lab launched its first comic book in partnership with Al Hudhud Publishing as part of their participation in the Sharjah International Book Fair, taking place from 5 – 15 N o v e m b e r 2014Under the title “Alaa the Bounty Hunter”, creative lab’s first comic book was written and illustrated by creative lab member, Shihab Al Deen Al Musharaf and was published by Al Hudhud Publishing.

The book targets kids of ages 9 – 15 years old. Khalid Khouri, head of commercial creative lab and tadreeb at twofour54 said: “Today marks yet another milestone for creative lab, our first comic book. We are proud of our talented member, Shihab Al Deen, who had an idea to create a comic book for children of the Arab world and today we see that vision come to life. We continue to support Arab talent with guidance, internships, and training opportunities. I encourage young people with passion for creative industries to join our community and explore their potential. The possibilities are endless.Alaa the Bounty Hunter illustrates a series of events in which a young kid, Alaa, goes

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Director of Oasis Centre.The Clothes for C o m p a s s i o n ” campaign is actually inspired by the

r e c o g n i z e d humanitarian heritage of the UAE, with numerous leading initiatives undertaken l o c a l l y a n d internationally to contribute to the wellbeing of communities g l o b a l l y. W e w e r e overwhelmed last year by the excellent response of the community which contributed almost 15 tons of clothes, and this year we are aiming at larger quantity to help minimize the ordeal of Syrians in refugee camps in neighboring countries, especially that we are heading towards winter which is notorious in the region for extreme cold and harsh weather”, added Bhatnagar.In his turn, Mr. Mohammed Abdullah Alhaj Al Zarouni, Manager of

the Dubai branch of the UAE Red Crescent, said: “The UAE Red Crescent continues to support Syrian

r e f u g e e s i n neighboring countries through various relief operations, including p r o v i d i n g s h e l t e r, financial support, m e d i c a l a n d educational support to alleviate t h e i r suffering especially as we are approachi ng the c o l d winter.

W e applaud this CSR initiative undertaken by Oasis Centre for the second consecutive year. We call upon members of the community to showcase their compassion by strongly supporting this campaign to help mitigate the sufferings of Syrian refugees who

are now in millions”.A number of Landmark Group brands at Oasis Centre are also taking part in this huge campaign. Baby Shop and Splash contributed 5000 pieces of clothes each while Koton, New Look and Max donated 500 pieces each. In addition, the fashion brand, F&F, donated 200 pieces amounting to AED20000.Last year’s edition of the this CSR initiative managed to collect almost 15 tons of clothes that were distributed to Syrian refugees in Jordan through the UAE Red Crescent as well as to needy people in India through the Goonj

organisation. A very successful clothes donation campaign, “ C l o t h e s f o r Compassion” has recently merited an accolade in the Middle East Council of Shopping Centres Awards 2014, in the category of causerelated marketing.

H.E SHEIKH NAHYAN BIN MUBARAK AL NAHYAN OPENS NAJAH UAE Minister of Culture, Youth & Community Development inaugurates latest edition of the show facilitating UAE career and educational opportunities

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he eighth edition of NAJAH, the country’s leading higher education and career exhibition which opened today (28 October) at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, was officially inaugurated by H.E Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of C u l t u r e , Yo u t h & C o m m u n i t y Development.The three-day event helps job seekers, fresh graduates and school leavers enhance their professional skills and look for higher education and career opportunities with companies and institutions including GHQ Armed Forces, Etihad Airways, National Qualifications Authority, Abu Dhabi University, Khalifa University of Science a n d Te c h n o l o g y , Masdar Institute and Zayed University.This year’s show has seen increased interest from international institutions, with Enterprise Ireland, Leeds Beckett University and Italy’s Laureate Design

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on a journey to unlock mysteries that lead him to his dream. The talented author and illustrator of Alaa the B o u n t y H u n t e r, Shihab Al Deen, said: “I would like to thank everyone who supported me take my idea and turn it into completed project. I was privileged to have the support of creative lab. It was a very rewarding experience and I look forward to Share my experience with creative lab c o m m u n i t y. ” A l i AlShaali, Managing Director of Al Hudhud Publishing said: “It was a pleasure to work with Shihab Al Deen and twofour54 creative lab in turning this idea to life. Alaa the Bounty Hunter is an exciting comic book that promises its audience a fun-filled story with eyecatching illustrations.

We launch today the first edition and we look forward to introducing more.”The comic book can be purchased during the Sharjah International Book Fair at Al Hudhud publishing stand located Hall 2 – Booth D1. The public can also meet and have their comic books signed by Shihab Al Deen. twofour54’s creative lab is home to more than 10,000 talented members who are passionate about creative industries including film, music, TV, animation, gaming and publishing. Four films supported by creative lab took part at Abu Dhabi Film Festival this year and competed in the festival’s Emirati Film Competition and Documentary competition.

Universities among others all taking part.

Recent findings from

the "Open Doors 2013" report, published by the I n s t i t u t e o f International Education (IIE), states the number of UAE nationals enrolled at U.S. institutions of higher education in the 2012-13 academic year grew to 2,256, up from 2,097 the previous year.In line with this, and supported by U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi, EducationUSA will host representatives from 2 2 A m e r i c a n universities in a dedicated pavilion offering educational advice to visitors at NAJAH. The pavilion will be inaugurated during the NAJAH opening by the performance of a Grammy Awardnominated bluegrass

band, Della Mae.A new feature edition for this year’s edition is a part ners h i p t o host free onsit

e assessments with cut-e, a world leader in the design and implementation of

exhibitors looking to recruit fresh graduates a n d w o r k i n g professionals.Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of C u l t u r e , Yo u t h & C o m m u n i t y Development, NAJAH is supported by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, the Abu Dhabi Education Council and Dubai International Academic City.Official sponsors

LIFELINE HEALTHCARE TO HOST 3-DAY FAMILY HEALTH AWARENESS DRIVE •To Offer Complimentary Health Checks and Consultations at Ibn Battuta Mall

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ifeline Healthcare, a p i o n e e r i n g h e a l t h c a r e organization, has lined up a ‘Family Health Awareness‘ drive on 6, 7 a n d 8 November at the Ibn Battuta Mall. The event aims t o encourage healthy l i v i n g among community members offering complimentary health checks and consultations.

Hosted near the Geant Supermarket, the initiative will offer tests for blood glucose levels, cholesterol, blood pressure and Body Mass Index (BMI).

C o m p l i m e n t a r y consultations for dental care, paediatric care, gynaecology and audiometry will also be

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available. Medical experts will offer expert advice during stipulated times over the three day health camp.

Visitors can additionally enjoy onsite games and participate in raffle draws to w i n exciting prizes that include discounted vouchers for dental scaling a n d polishing, laser hair removal, tooth whitening, mammograms, prostate and flu vaccines.Lifeline Healthcare through its concepts, Lifeline Hospital Jebel Ali and the Lifeline Medical Centre’s at JBR and Bur Dubai -has dedicated itself to providing quality medical care to the community in the UAE. The Group articulates this priority through hosting community-driven events and health camps.

SOFITEL ABU DHABI CORNICHE OPENS BAKERY

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: ofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche luxury hotel opens its own bakery.

Bakery Corner by Sofitel offers a variety of fresh bread & rolls, French croissants, pastries,

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sandwiches, take away breakfast and birthday cakes.

D r. M a n s o u r Tu r a i f , Managing Director and Mr. Ahmed Khalifa, Director for

Hotels Division of Reisco, owning company of Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche, cut the ribbon during the official ceremony.

“Bakery Corner by Sofitel is very popular among the residents of the Capital Plaza Complex, where Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche is located. Espresso coffee and freshly baked French croissants are our best sellers”, - said Nael ElWaary, General Manager of Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche.

ON THE OCCASION OF THE ITALIAN FESTIVAL WEEKS 2014, ENIT AREA ASIA & OCEANIA – DUBAI AGENCY WILL ORGANIZE A SERIES OF EVENTS TO PROMOTE THE ‘BEL PAESE’, WITH A PARTICULAR FOCUS ON EXPO 2015 MILANO.

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: he Dubai agency, responsible for the promotion of Italy as tourist destination, will display the new Italian Promotional Campaign ‘A holiday "Made in Italy" is tailor-made for you’ during the most relevant events of the IFW14 & distribute regional brochures and the brand new maps & calendars produced by the agency in collaboration with EXPO 2015 Milano. ENIT Area Asia & Oceania - Dubai agency will visit the main UAE’s Tour Operators in order to create the December monitoring report (Monitoraggio ENIT – Natale 2014) about the tourism flow from the UAE market. On this occasion ENIT will distribute promotional material along with its brand new Italian

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maps & calendars and will promote the EXPO 2015 Ticketing Reseller project to

the management of the biggest TO in the UAE, taking the chance to invite them to the Workshop Italia in Dubai.

ABU DHABI ART: ARTISTS’ WAVES Innovative artworks on view in a curated artistled exhibition

By Qadeer Ahmad Siddiqui Dubai UAE: resenting artworks ‘salon-style,’ Artists’ Waves encourages visitors to interact with a variety of art in one space; making each artwork a part of a w h o l e experience w i t h o u t accentuating the conflicts, differences a n d juxtaposition s of the many different styles.Artists ’ Waves reflects Abu Dhabi Art’s role as a crossroads for established and emerging artists and a melting pot of contemporary art forms and

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practices capturing the spirit of transversality. Works by Ahmed Kassem, Ahmed Khaled, Alessandro Cannistrà, Andrzej Zielinski, Christine Boillat, Francisco Sierra, Habib Farajabadi,

online tests for use in for the fair are GHQ recruitment, selection Armed Forces, Etihad and development of Airways, Abu Dhabi people in the business Tourism & Culture world.For visitors Authority, National looking at the career Qualifications side of the exhibition, Authority, ALHOSN Abu Dhabi Tourism and University, Be You Huber.Huber: Reto and C u l t u r a l A u t h o r i t y, International, Rabdan Markus Huber, Luc Andrié, Environment Agency Academy, Emirates Luca Cervini, Nagla Samir, Abu Dhabi and the Abu College of Technology Shadi Ghadirian and Xing Dhabi Farmers Service and Berkeley Middle Danwen will be featured.

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