The 15 Hospitality companies you need to know

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ith hundreds of hotels currently

Finding the product and service suppliers

under development in the region,

the industry needs to facilitate this astonishing

the future for hospitality’s supplies

growth isn’t easy. Concerns about quality, ability

and services industry has never looked brighter.

to ship and project timelines, put hoteliers

Supported by investment and development

under just as much pressure as the suppliers

incentives in Dubai, not to mention Expo 2020,

themselves.

a surge in international and business travellers

That’s why the 15 Hospitality Companies You

and Abu Dhabi and a burgeoning weekend

Need to Know has returned for another edition.

breaks market in the Northern Emirates, Oman

and Qatar. In Saudi Arabia hotel investment is

hitting record-breaking levels and the major

as pillows and plates, via IT and ID. With easy to

international brands are clamouring to open

navigate content, full company backgrounds and

their biggest properties in key cities. Business

extensive contact details, it’s an essential addition

travel to Kuwait and Bahrain, as well as GCC and

to any purchase manager’s bookshelf.

domestic tourism, keeps hotel occupancies in the region of 70%.

By Melanie Mingas, Group Managing Editor

2014 Edition

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Contents 04-07

A&T Group

08-11

Citipak

12-15

Geberit

16-19

Glion Institute of Hospitality Management

20-23

ID Badges

24-27

Luxury Visions

28-31

Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA)

32-35

Nakkash Gallery

36-39

Preciosa Gulf FZCO

40-43

RAK Porcelain

44-47

Samuelson

48-51

Stylis

52-55

Vincard Elsafe

56-59

Unilever

60-63

US Dairy Council (USDEC)

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IN DETAIL A&T specialises in 4-star and 5-star hotels and serviced apartments.

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Disposable Food Packaging

CITI PAK Disposable Food Packaging

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iti Pak, as the premium food-packaging

makes it easier to reach clients instantly and deliver

company in the country, caters to a variety

across the UAE.

of companies within the region, by supplying

over 1,000 products, consisting of everything from

As a major player in the packaging industry in the

MENA region, Citi Pak is dedicated to providing

plastic containers, aluminium containers, foils, paper

unwavering quality, to meet with the demand

cups, deli take away containers, bio-degradable

and supply of their products and services. With its

products to safety and hygiene products.

Pak is growing to be one of the leading packaging

The company, a business unit of the Emirates

distributors in the market, while meeting ever

National Factory for Plastic Industries Group (ENPI),

growing demand and providing products and

delivers nothing short of excellent, premium quality,

solutions to other organisations.

durable products to its clientele. ! " #$ %%&&&'%&&* The inspiration for Citi Pak’s products comes from

and food safety management system. Citi Pak

nature and its surroundings, and the thought process

professionals are trained in managing quality

behind each product is to make them as creative

assurance and identifying the hazards at all stages,

looking and sustainable as possible. Currently

from the quality of raw materials and inspection of

providing packaging and hygiene solutions for

the manufacturing process, through to testing of

hotels, hospitals, airlines, food chains and restaurants,

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the company constantly researches new innovative

hazards are addressed as a preventive measure

techniques in the market and meets the multiple

during the production process. In keeping with

needs of customers and clients by using this

ENPI’s commitment to the environment, Citi Pak

knowledge and skills to further enhance its packaging.

always follows rigorous guidelines on waste disposal and energy consumption.

With the company’s wide range of products and customers, it is able to deliver products of high

With a range of multiple products available, each

standards at affordable prices, setting them apart

product of Citi Pak is known to be the best having

been created with the newest technology and high

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standards of quality. But amongst many, the products

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and unlike standard products out there, they maintain

the pace for others. The experience and know how,

exceptionally high standards of quality and durability.

gained through vigorous years of experience and

Citi Pak is committed to be known synonymous with

research, have gained the company the ability to

produce products that are planet friendly, throughout

company recently. In line with its principles, Citi Pak

their lifespan from production to reclamation.

ensures that the products follow stringent safety and hygiene standards right from raw material sourcing till

And, lastly, Citi Pak draws constant inspiration from

nature to provide the same freshness and safety to

customer’s location.

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and new technology offers sustainable methods to

and has also recently launched its products at large

overcome the peril of putting mother nature at risk.

hypermarkets and supermarkets around the UAE, for

It is this very understanding and care towards mother

retail purposes. These products offer the same high

nature and its customers that has catapulted Citi Pak

standard, to households providing them with the quality, safety and hygiene they deserve. Citi Pak products are distributed throughout the MENA region through its dedicated distribution channels. Achieving tremendous business growth as well as unrivalled customer credentials within a short span of time, Citi Pak continues to maintain this unblemished reputation by upholding their 3 &

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Disposable Food Packaging

Contact details Company name: Citi Pak

We draw inspiration from nature and ensure that our packaging solutions are the most suited for your catering requirements. Titu Alex General Manager.

Industrial Area 11,

Web site: www.citi-pak.com Telephone: E-mail: info@citipak.ae / sales@citipak.ae Fax:

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IN DETAIL Geberit Wall Drain.

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Sustainable Sanitary Technology

Geberit Sustainable Sanitary Technology

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ioneers and global providers for sanitary

Geberit lavatory taps, customers are provided with

technology, Geberit is recognised as one

of the most sustainable companies in the

world, priding itself with innovative bathroom products and comprehensive system solutions.

Geberit’s product range focuses on two areas; sanitary systems and piping systems. The sanitary

Since 1874, Geberit has been providing bathroom

systems sector comprises the entire sanitary

systems that offer reduced consumption,

systems technology in buildings, with the

low noise, high durability and energy saving

product lines; installation systems, cisterns and

constructions and correspond to sustainable

building standards thus reducing their carbon

design quality.

Secondly, piping systems involves all piping technologies involved in properties and is divided

Bestsellers to the hospitality industry, Geberit

into two product lines; building drainage systems

cisterns and mechanisms, in addition to touchless

and supply systems.

sensor faucets, are the company’s most favoured products. Used in hotels around the world,

Ensuring guest satisfaction, Geberit applies

Geberit’s concealed cisterns offer unsurpassed

quality and years of trouble-free performance,

and with a wide range of design solutions, clients

installation and follow-up; the company’s products

are given the aesthetic freedom to create the

promote ease of installation, easy maintenance

bathroom they desire.

and have a long life cycle.

In the hospitality industry especially, lavatory

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understands that when installing a vast range of

bathroom facilities in addition to the toilet and

semi-public sanitary areas. By installing touchless

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touchless actuator plate, require intelligent design

and technology. Geberit installation technology

developed further and improved. The spectrum

connections will be available behind the wall for

larger today than it was a few years ago. New and

further developments of the traditional product lines are still at the forefront; however, the trend

towards more comfortable bathrooms places new

in the wall that conduit pipe was installed, Geberit

demands on sanitary technology.

has a recess for placing an electrical conduit pipe

In accordance with the changing customer

demands, the aesthetics and attractiveness of the products is playing an increasingly important role,

Innovations are the central success factor for

design innovations have become more important,

Geberit. Each year, two or three important

along with technical innovations. Geberit is

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Geberit Monolith for WC & Washbasin and Geberit Wall Drain.

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Sustainable Sanitary Technology

Contact details Company name: Geberit

Above: Geberit Monolith Plus and Below: Geberit Shower Element Geberit Concealed Cistern with Sigma50 actuator plate.

The people behind Geberit improve the quality of life with innovative water management. In front and behind the wall, with ambition, know-how and respect

GEBERIT INTERNATIONAL SALES AG 1502 Swiss Tower,

Dubai United Arab Emirates Website: www.geberit.ae Telephone: +971 4 4470914 Fax: +971 4 4470915 Email: louise.pitt@geberit.com

Louise Pitt,

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IN DETAIL Above: The Glion campus overlooking Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps. Below: The Bulle campus in the Gruyère region

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Hospitality Education

Glion Institute of Higher Education Hospitality Education

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lion Institute of Higher Education has

around the globe with executive level education

been providing leading undergraduate

which has been designed in conjunction with

and postgraduate hospitality management

industry partners. These students come from over

degree programmes to an international student

70 countries, with an average age of 37 and over

body since 1962. Today, Glion is ranked by hiring

15 years’ work experience.

managers of luxury hotels among the top three hospitality management schools in the world for an

international career (TNS Global Research 2013).

of management skills, enabling them to become

With two campuses in Switzerland, one in London

and 100% online programmes being available,

Glion is allowing students to choose from a range

world-renowned hospitality management school,

of fully accredited degrees to help build their

while residing elsewhere, or simply enhancing

careers in the dynamic world of hospitality.

their skills from time to time, in order to keep up with the demands of the fast-paced hospitality

Glion Alumni, over 10,000 strong, are the

industry,� says Dr. Martin Senior, lecturer and

hospitality and services leaders in some of the

Online MBA programme leader.

and related services organisations around the

The fully Web-based Online MBA (available 24

globe. From undergraduate Bachelor of Business

hours a day, seven days a week) is one of Glion’s

Administration degrees to MBA programmes

most popular programmes, comprising seven

designed for hospitality professionals, Glion

core courses and three elective courses, and takes

provides 1,700 students per year with the

approximately two and a half years to complete.

knowledge and expertise to either start their

Each course is eight weeks long and is taught

career or advance in the industry.

by academics and experts from the hospitality, tourism and services industry.

One of the newest programmes, and already a market leader in online hospitality education, the

“Once students complete the core courses

Glion Online MBA provides hundreds of students

such as Human Resource Management,

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Financial Management and Global Strategic

In creating an online classroom, Glion provides

Management, they can choose between the

its students with the opportunity to continue to

General Management for Services Industries,

grow professionally without putting their careers

Marketing and Innovation, or Asset and Revenue

on hold. This interactive learning approach means

Management specialisation programmes. A

students debate with classmates from around the

self-designed course option is also available for

world and can apply the concepts and skills learned

individuals who want to gain knowledge in other

immediately into their working environments,

offering more to both student and employer than a traditional distance learning experience.

Glion has a 98% postgraduate employment rate, a clear testament to the high quality of its courses

Lifelong learning has become an essential part

and its close links to the industry. Glion’s well-

of professional development and is here to stay.

connected network and global reputation enable

In a fast-paced industry such as hospitality,

the need to remain current and relevant has

experience in the market, brand or position to

certainly never been as important. The newly

which they aspire. The prestige and international

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is tailored to different individual needs, and

offers specialisations in areas such as leadership,

pursue careers in the global workplace.

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students are able to maintain the same level of

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high standards wherever they go. Glion provides

program, but follows the same journey as the

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MBA – students can choose their preferred

helping stimulate the individual’s performance

core courses and specialisation. All Executive

with top jobs in the industry and on their

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resumes,� Senior adds.

student wishes to continue studying.

Hospitality Education

Contact details Company name: Glion Institute of High Education

Upon graduation, students will have a management skills, enabling them to become decision makers,�

Category as sold: Hospitality Education Address: Rue du lac 118 1815 Clarens Switzerland Glion Online Haarlerbergweg 23C 1101 CH Amsterdam Z.O. The Netherlands Website: www.glion.edu and www.gliononline.com Telephone:

Dr. Martin Senior,

lecturer and Online MBA

+41 (0) 21 989 26 77

programme leader.

Glion Online +31 20 7192500 Email: info@glion.edu and inquiry@gliononline.com

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IN DETAIL The consistant quality if ID Badges has built a loyal customer base.

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perating in the Middle East since 2005, ID

identity, at a fraction of the cost of procuring new.

Badges FZE provides high quality name

The bottom line is your bottom line: A versatile

badges that complement your corporate

and cost effective name tag system with the added

image, while at the same time providing a durable

and damage-proof addition to the staff dress code.

and quality.

The company has grown organically to represent

“In this market there are many badge suppliers

a dedicated customer base reliant on consistent

locally as well as internationally, however, the type

quality and innovative products direct from the

of badges we supply are quite different from the

manufacturer. More than just a name badge,

regular name badges,� says marketing manager

upon closer inspection, it is clear the badges are

Anup Bharwani.

engineered with quality in mind. Rather than a single piece of metal with a laser print, each

With demand steadily growing and key markets

including the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia,

engineered to complement that particular range.

Jordan, Egypt, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, India, Kenya and Nigeria, Bharwani explains: “As clients realise

For example the Polar30 badge, features the

and recognise the quality that we supply, of course

unique combination of: Polar 30 metal, colour,

our biggest asset is the referrals we get. Moreover,

quickprint, alu-print, color print, alu-complete,

within the hospitality industry there is always an

color print and plexi-print. Although this range has

ongoing movement of staff, so if our service and

its own engineered components, it also provides

product is good, we get carried on.

“Like any business, we do have expansion plans

brand and its values.

in the Middle East, however, at this time we are

Further, if at a later date the identity changes but

concentrating mainly on capital investment into new

you wish to retain the same badge, it is possible

and advance print technologies. New materials are

to change individual elements and components

being tested, as well as new coating processes.�

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Some of these operations are out sourced to

for years to come,� Bharwani adds.

specialist companies in Europe, such as ID Badges FZE German-based partner, BadgePoint, and once ID

metal / color / quick-print / alu-print / color

are introduced as new additions to the existing

print / alu-complete / color-complete / plexiprint

catalogue or as upgrades to the current range.

available in 3 sizes: polarÂŽ20 / polarÂŽ30 and polarÂŽ35

“Of course many a times the client may not see the

classic / quick-print / alu-print / color-print /

difference especially if it is a coating process, but it’s

object

there, and makes our product even more durable

alu-print / doming – both available in round

than its predecessor. Our goal is to continue to

or square logo element.

develop badges that deviate from the norm, both in

plus – system / logo-print

rounded / oval small / oval large

offer our clients a product that will continue to last

! event / public / pult Currently, ID Badges is developing a new range of name badges with extremely high quality surface !"#$% “Our focus recently has been to embrace new technologies in every sphere of design and production, covering the latest printing technologies, 3D scanning, 3D printing for prototyping, scratch resistance coatings or highdensity, light-weight materials. Our quest for perfection drives us to always compete with ourselves to offer our clients the best that there is in

Some models may not be suited to certain type of attachments.

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the industry at an affordable price,� says Bharwani.

Contact details Company name: ID Badges FZE Showroom address: Fujairah Free Zone,

Our goal is to continue to develop badges that deviate from the norm, both in materials used, durability, lasting for years to come,�

P.O Box 5232, Fujairah Website: www.idbadges-me.com Telephone: +971 9 2282979 / 050 559 1516 / 056 117 0227 Fax: +971 9 2282979 / 06 522 0619 Email: info@idbadges-me.com idbadges@eim.ae anup@idbadges-me.com

Anup Bharwani, marketing manager

All badges can be offered with our patented SMAG magnet system, plastic pin / vario pin or tie clip.

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IN DETAIL A pure indulgence in luxury is revealed in each and every detail.

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Linen and Bedding

Luxury Visions Hotelier Linen and Bedding

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ringing pizzazz and sparkle to the Middle

“Passion for beautiful and exclusive items is our

East’s hotel industry, Luxury Visions is

main drive at Luxury Visions and a youthful

the proud supplier of tailor-made linen,

energy and optimism exhales in everything we

bedding and bathroom amenities. The upscale

do. It is this passion that allows us to marry the

retailer selects only exclusive brands from Europe

products we import to the UAE, inspiring a world

to cater to the region’s hotelier market.

of stunningly unique products,� says managing director, Sandra Mariela Kapp.

Retaining a tradition of excellence within the UAE, the company offers a vast amount of expertise

Carefully selected from the Bellora collection,

highly-textured towels and bath rugs come in

natural fabrics. Presented in a range of weight and

colours ranging from timeless neutrals to bolder

designs, bedding sets and duvet covers available

hues, described by Luxury Visions as “elevated

at the Luxury Visions showroom in Jumeirah

essentials that will make your daily bath routine

Lake Towers, Dubai, are created in a manner that

a luxury experience�. Lending a substantial and

enhances the inherent properties and beauty of

dĂŠcor these washroom comforts are some of the

delicate embroideries, all products express pure

company’s best sellers due to their versatile style

simplicity and elegant sophistication.

and top quality.

Not only a leading supplier in the hospitality

Furthermore contributing to memorable guest

industry, Luxury Visions is a trusted partner and

experiences, a sumptuous accessories range offers

works closely with Bellora from Milan, Italy, one

lavish bathroom amenities such as bath robes,

of the finest and oldest Italian brands in linen

vegetable soaps, body lotions, candles and diffusers.

and bedding since 1883. Currently used in a selection of public and private residences in Italy

A recently introduced artisan line of lush

and abroad, Bellora’s products artfully combine

amenities including new candles, one of a kind

luxurious sateen, cotton and linens to create

fragrances and custom made packaging can

fabrics used to decorate 5-star through to “7-

now be found in store, and clients can also look

star� hotels.

forward to the soon expected introduction of a

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Luxury Visions table cloth collection, which will

Hotel ranges and tailor-made collections at

aim to serve high-end restaurants and airlines. The

Luxury Visions include:

full range of fabrics to be used in this developing

t Duvet covers

t Bath robes

range can be seen in the showroom.

t Hotel towels

t Spa sheets

t Hotel sheets

t Spa towels

production line, Luxury Vision’s knowledge of a

t Institutional bedding

t Spa bath robes

product’s durability and warranty is extremely

t Pillows

t Restaurant napkins

helpful. They provide customers with a suggested

t Blankets

t Restaurant table cloths

starting list of items and quantities needed to

t Hotel down blankets

t Placemats

open or dress their hotel. Once at the showroom,

t Healthcare pillows

t Table padding

clients are able to select samples to see, test and

t Mattress pads

t Kitchen towels

touch, and will also be supplied with a unique,

t Bedspreads

t Pool towels

t Bath rugs

t Beach towels

understated colours. It is the customers’ high expectations and

continuously innovate and research products.

their unending quest for greater indulgence

Enabling them to help their clients provide

that challenges and inspires Luxury Vision to

enriching and distinctive, brand-strengthening guest experiences inside their properties. “At Luxury Visions we play an integral role in have built our business through understanding our clients, their business, their guests and the importance of reinforcing their hotel’s brand through luxury products. Our philosophy is to understand the beauty, exclusivity and good taste of our clients,� adds Kapp.

Placemats, napkins and table cloths are available in a range of fabrics.

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Linen and Bedding

Contact details Company name: Luxury Visions Trading JLT

Beautiful amenities create an unforgettable experience.

Our high standards result in unforgettable rooms with unmatched beauty and unique style

Showroom address:

Sandra Mariela Kapp,

Email: info@luxuryvisionsuae.com

Tiffany Tower, Suite 1906, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Website: www.luxuryvisionsuae.com Telephone: +971 4 369 5097 Fax: +971 4 3695089

managing director

Exclusive high-quality bedding from Europe.

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IN DETAIL MLA delivers marketing, research and development.

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Trade Association Halal Meat

Meat and livestock Australia Trade Association Halal Meat

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eat and Livestock Australia (MLA)

blessed with lush pastures - an environment which

is owned by Australian farmers and

is unsurpassed for livestock production.

supported by the Australian meat

industry. The company provides marketing and

Australia is also recognised as the world’s largest

promotional support to Australian meat and

exporter of Halal red meat. MLA promotes the

livestock processing and exporting companies and

high quality of Australian red meat to both the

their customers. Within Australia, the company

domestic and international markets. Promotional

activities are undertaken directly with retail

continuous improvement for the industry.

consumers as well as food service outlets, such as hotels and restaurant chains, highlighting red

MLA delivers marketing and research and

meat’s versatility and enjoyment, and value for

development services for Australia’s cattle, sheep

money, with a particular focus on the important

and goat producers. It creates opportunities

nutritional role red meat has in a healthy diet.

for livestock supply chains from their combined

The domestic market is the largest market for

investments to build demand and productivity.

Australian beef and sheepmeat but Australia is

Most of MLA’s funding comes from transaction

also the world’s largest exporter of red meat and

levies placed on the sale of livestock, with the

livestock, exporting to more than 100 countries.

Australian Government providing matched

MLA works to develop brand recognition for

funding for levy investment in most R&D. MLA

Australian red meat in export markets and to

provides services, tools and information that

position Australian products as high quality,

premium products that offer enhanced customer

enjoyment. Australia’s ‘clean, green’ image and a reputation as a supplier of safe, quality red meat

Australia has an enviable reputation for its food

underpin MLA’s international marketing activities.

support programmes that it runs in the region

The eating quality of Australian red meat and

whilst continually striving to maintain the highest

the systems to guarantee this quality, along with

quality and safety standards in the world. Australia

the sustainable production and environmental

is an island continent, naturally quarantined, and

considerations taken by the industry, also form

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part of MLA’s marketing activities. Programs such

products. A range of activities with targeted

as Meat Standards Australia and MLA’s integrity

retailers based on category management

programme, which is focused on connecting the

principles are underway to maintain and increase

red meat industry with urban Australia, help to

consumer awareness and purchasing intent for

achieve this.

Australian lamb.

The Australian red meat industry is committed

Islamic consumers place paramount importance

to supplying safe, healthy and quality red meat

on the religious requirements for the production

products to the Middle East. For this reason,

of food. For this reason all cattle, sheep and goats

MLA and its predecessors have maintained an

processed in Australia destined for the Middle

East market are slaughtered under the Australian

market access is a key role of MLA in the Middle

Government Supervised Halal programme, by

East. Because countries in the region import

Muslims approved by accredited Islamic certifying

the majority of their food, governments place a

authorities in accredited processing plants,

very high importance on food safety and have

according to strict Islamic law or Shariah. This

stringent requirements that exporting countries

programme is guaranteed under the Australian

must meet to ensure their products are safe. MLA

law and administered by DAFF (Department of

is continually monitoring market access issues

Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry).

and works collaboratively with key government

The Australian red meat industry has adopted

disease prevalence and strict food safety standards

means our red meat products are highly sought

meat products are available for export. This is

after in the region.

why Australian red meat is ‘Guaranteed Halal’. It is one of MLA’s roles in the Middle East to promote

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The rapid expansion of international retailers

Australia’s Halal programme to ensure that

across the region is changing the traditional

governments, religious leaders and consumers are

retail landscape and creating opportunities to

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expand the retail presence of Australian red meat

Halal’.

Trade Association Halal Meat

Contact details Company name: MLA

The Australian red meat industry has adopted strict procedures to ensure only meat products are available for export

Address: Dubai Airport Free Zone Dubai, UAE

Telelphone: Fax: Web: www.mla.com.au

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IN DETAIL Jumeirah Creekside Hotel, Cuba Rooftop Lounge at night.

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Architectural Outdoor Furniture

Nakkash Gallery Architectural Outdoor Furniture

K

nown for providing effortless style and

lightings, upholstery, curtains, and accessories,

elegance, Nakkash Gallery is a premium

everything that a client requires. We also

supplier for leisure furniture and limited

represent the exclusivity of distinguished outdoor

edition art pieces; a range of fabrics, furniture

brands, such as Dedon, Manutti and Raush just to

and accessories suitable for all spaces; combined

name a few, and our products cater to the whole

with a variety of styles that adhere to individual

range of hospitality market,� comments marketing

taste while catering to those who appreciate

manager Aya Nakkash.

impeccable quality. The company has been involved in projects at Founded by noted architect Wajih Nakkash in

Emirates Towers, Jumeirah World Trade Centre

1983, Nakkash Gallery is headquartered in Dubai

Residence, Meydan Hotel and the Creekside Hotel.

and services clients throughout the UAE as well as the GCC. Catering to the local market and climate, Nakkash Offering lifestyle solutions through an innovative

furniture is manufactured with durability to

interior design team that serves both personal and

withstand harsh temperatures. Materials used by

professional clients, Nakkash Gallery aims to add

the designers are quick to dry, weather resistant

a distinctive touch of elegancy to every space they

and unlikely to fade.

The gallery believes that the hospitality industry Nakkash Gallery showcases a diverse array

is moving away from earthy colour combinations

of style and embodiment of luxury in indoor

to more colourful and vivid settings. “The hotels

and outdoor living, and the company is now

in the Middle East are not afraid of mixing bold

recognised for its high quality, professional

colours and patterns. Outdoor deep seating and

service and competitive prices.

modular lounges are another growing trend in the Middle East, since it is a great versatile

“Our retail market is extensive and we offer

design that allows for different configurations

entire interior furnishing and design. We have

and a more comfortable and cosy atmosphere,�

the complete resources from furniture to carpets,

adds Nakkash.

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Clients of Nakkash Gallary can look forward

with a distinct sense of presence. It is available

to the showcasing of new outdoor collections

in the spring of 2014, which will include the

sling version featuring a textile seat and backrest.

Rayn, Diva and Wa lines. A modular system of

Additionally, the Diva sofa temptingly attracts the

remarkable versatility, Rayn combines the comfort

eye and beckons you towards its resting place

systems with all the outdoor knowhow. This

reinforced plastic.

collection has an innovative new textile weave and is accentuated by armrests so generously

“We recently have developed our own outdoor

proportioned they double as side tables.

furniture line Nakkash Collection, in collaboration with the French studio, Maiori Studio, this high

Wa is another bold and exciting new addition.

quality and comfortable outdoor line is sleek and

The Wa armchair is remarkably strong and sturdy,

projects,� reveals Aya. “We are also happy to announce that we are expanding and will be opening a new showroom on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai in the next couple of months.� Devoted to achieving optimum client satisfaction, Nakkash Gallery strives to design and build functional pieces with each design detail carefully chosen to represent a fundamental element in the process, continuously fuelled by research, innovation and technology.

Jumeirah Emirates Towers.

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Architectural Outdoor Furniture

Contact details Company name: Nakkash Gallery

Madinat Jumeirah.

We also represent the exclusivity of distinguished outdoor brands, such as Dedon, Manutti and Raush

Main address: Al Huda Building, Garhoud St, P.O Box 26767, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Website: www.nakkashgallery.com Telephone: (+971) 04 2826767 Fax: (+971) 04 2827567 Email: nakkashg@eim.ae

Aya Nakkash, marketing manager

Jumeirah Creekside, Triple Penthouse rooftop.

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IN DETAIL Lighting is designed to perfectly suit any space and any ambiance.

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Chandeliers

Preciosa Lighting Chandeliers

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ombining cutting-edge technology with

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traditional craftsmanship, Preciosa Lighting

lighting specialists provide clientele with in-

is an innovative and progressive company

depth design ideas, production, installation and

that creates complete lighting design solutions for

maintenance. At present, Preciosa Lighting is one of

luxury interiors worldwide.

$ * fuel technology, which allows for better control and

management in the preparation process of glass.

Kong, Singapore, Shanghai, New York and

The result is impeccably pure glass of the highest

quality with minimal amount of visual irregularities,

combines the tradition of Czech crystal and glass

guaranteeing customer satisfaction.

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with technologies of the 21 century, to win the hearts of design devotees from all backgrounds

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only have the gift of creativity and imagination,

for prestigious buildings including private villas,

but who also put their entire talent, heart and

palaces, 4- and 5-star hotels, theatres, convention

soul into their work, each and every day. The team

centres and religious buildings. Using a wide

believes that “only with passion and conviction to

assortment of technologies such as printed circuit

create something unique can a real masterpiece

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with a clean minimalist style in both design and

features and traditions that must be incorporated

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control other lights in a given space.

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special occasion.

Chandeliers

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IN DETAIL The factory produces 21 million pieces of tableware every year.

Tableware

RAK Porcelain Tableware

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AK Porcelain is a subsidiary of RAK Ceramics, world leader in the production

sanitary ware. Within a short span of time RAK Porcelain has left its mark in the Horeca industry by supplying high quality porcelain tableware which is now exported to more than 130 countries worldwide from its state of the art production facility at Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. Strategically located close to Jebel Ali Port in Dubai, major destinations by sea are just two to four weeks away ensuring fast reaction time and quick service for customers at a local level. The factory produces 21 million pieces of

handling both in the kitchen and on the table. A

tableware every year, meeting stringent US

aesthetic and functional aspects, the brand’s

the composition of the porcelain elements all

quality-price ratio also constitutes one of its

enable a strengthening of the enamel, an increase

main characteristics. These products are made

in chip resistance and a greater resistance to

from premium raw materials using world class,

repeated industrial dishwashing cycles.

state of the art, latest machinery from Europe manufacturing top-of-the-range porcelain.

The products of the RAK Porcelain collections are perfectly adapted to the constraints that

Supported by a network of table art experts and

accompany their use in the Horeca industry. The

advisors and surrounded by a solid structure

optimal resistance of the RAK Porcelain products

of professional distributors, RAK Porcelain

ensures a greater longevity - a fact appreciated by

creates collections that can withstand sustained

professionals of the hotel and catering industry.

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Amongst the company’s key designers are some

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for which it is destined. RAK Porcelain charged her

world famous village in France, close to Lyon and

with the design of Lyra, a very elegant line that

next to the international institution, the 3-star

plays with the contrasts of heightened volumes

and soft curves which underline with precision

of the famous chef, tableware designers Alain

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and Dominique Vavro continually create designs

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for the leading gastronomic destinations of Lyon

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and beyond. Amongst their work are collections

demands in a clear formal language. Together

for RAK Porcelain which are already widely used

with an excellent functionality this ensures an

by the hotel industry and leading restaurants

outstanding longevity of the design. Working

worldwide. These include the Allspice range with

within the tradition of Scandinavian design, her

its unique and amazing pieces, Nordic with its

shapes are inspired by nature delivering a modern

1960s inspiration, the neo-retro collection Ska and

and elegant signature range.

the timeless but ever contemporary collections Fine Dine and Classic Gourmet.

' (( ( ')* Porcelain, is proud of the achievements of this

young and vibrant organisation and says “The

reputation, develops each product line around a

success of RAK Porcelain is due to our ability to be + / ! ( ( class product using cutting edge technology. Created in collaboration with chefs, table top designers and industry veteran technical teams, each product of RAK is manufactured with great attention to detail, considering each aspect from reliability during use, innovation in shape and quality craftsmanship to offer our customers a vivid and immersive dining experience.�

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Tableware

Contact details Company name: RAK Porcelain Address:

RAK Porcelain collections are perfectly adapted to enhance a table setting with its perfect symmetry and graceful clear lines, offering a intuitive experience while at the same time designed to be durable

United Arab Emirates

Telephone: +971 7 243 4683 Fax: +971 7 243 4220 Email: rakporcelain@rakporcelain.com

Web: www.rakporcelain.com

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IN DETAIL Upholstered in beautiful leather, this simply designed chair showcases the at Samuelson Furniture

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Case Goods and Seating

Samuelson Furniture Case Goods and Seating

S

amuelson Furniture is the only fourth

of all facets of production, they provide in-

generation family-owned company

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and 5-Star projects.

upholstery enables Samuelson to execute the vision provided by the designer at proper cost and

value to the client.

Importantly for clientele, communication

to the global design community, where they

throughout production is handled on an ongoing

service the finest hotels, time shares, restaurants,

basis to ensure all details and expectations are

country clubs and corporate environments.

met with complete accuracy.

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domestic production in Indiana, and distribution

they do, some members of staff have been with

to the Middle East, through a newly established

the company for over 40 years. Through superior

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and thorough communication, client satisfaction

for all overseas factories. Additionally, continuous

is guaranteed.

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“My grandfather Harry and father Samuel started the business over 78 years ago. Throughout the

With industry experience spanning over 78

passage of time much has changed, however

years, Samuelson Furniture lends valuable

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insight to design interpretation and solution.

in design prevail and we pledge to remain

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committed to these core values. Samuelson

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Furniture is accessible, dependable and appreciative of its success.� Domestic operations by Samuelson include This enables the company to provide product projects produced overseas. Samuelson’s product range offers inspired designs Whether furnishings are custom or standard, each and every beautifully crafted piece has an inspired Samuelson Furniture brand.

Le MeridiĂŠn Hotel.

Samuelson, providing customers with plentiful

Samuelson Furniture greatly values the customer

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relationships they have built and maintained

through the years, and the brand assures the

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providing superior grade furniture, sure to be

and counter samples are supplied for design

celebrated by all users.

Case Goods and Seating

Contact details Company name: Samuelson Furniture Main address: 11-13 Maryland Avenue

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Honesty and integrity are cornerstones of our company. We stand behind our products and always support our clients’ needs

Website: www.samuelsonfurniture.com Telephone: 973 333-6090 Fax: +1 973-333-6086 Email: UAE@samuelsonfurniture.com

Truelux Interior Solution Telephone: 971 4388 69 22

A wall unit impeccably built to perfectly suit all hospitality applications.

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IN DETAIL: Stylis are specialists in the design, manufacture and installation of customised interior concepts.

Furniture

Stylis Hotel Solutions Furniture

A

true specialist in the design, manufacture

philosophy is to always identify a customers’ need,

and installation of customised interior

provide innovative options, and select the most

concepts, Stylis Hotel Solutions boasts

creative, fully functional solution.

an international reputation for creating dynamic, creative ideas that never fail to meet or exceed

Guaranteeing complete customer satisfaction, Stylis

the uppermost operational standards in hotel

delivers a thorough step-by-step service for the

functionality, maintenance, environment and safety.

duration of all projects, and after. The design specialist works with their clientele all the way from the initial

The main areas of operation for Stylis remain the

consultation and visualisation to delivery, installation

factory manufacturing facility and the supply

and then offers an after-sales service.

sector while ensuring exclusive and unique hotel

Hesham Ibrahim, CEO at Stylis explains: “When a client

decides on a Stylis solution, they can be rest assured

options available.

that we have considered every aspect of the work in hand, such as comfort, ergonomics, space optimisation

Stylis Hotel Solutions understands that with each

and overall costs. We listen carefully to our clients’

individual project comes a range of particular

suggestions before we prepare our designs and pay

challenges in terms of spatial arrangement and

close attention to the functional lay out of rooms, and

client expectation, which is why the company’s

the potential of the space available.�

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With the principals of ergonomics and personal comfort as their guide, Stylis designers create optimal furniture solutions, while their dedicated installation and servicing team minimum of inconvenience and to the tightest of deadlines. Each project is a process, in which the professionals conclude by successfully installing the perfectly suited solution for any hotel, anywhere in the world. Comfortable and stylish living areas where guests can relax.

When it comes to hospitality design, there is certainly no shortage of designers or furniture

functionality of space circulation, plus a furniture

manufacturers in the industry, however, what sets

layout for the entire project.

Stylis apart from many suppliers is that they are both the designer and manufacturer with factory

Shop drawings, 3D shots and panoramic views are

capabilities to supply any size of project.

outlets and lighting layouts. Clients’ are supplied

We employ highly talented designers who have

with sample material boards and technical

a very close relationship and involvement with

reports that are provided periodically with photos

the manufacturing and design process. Our focus

throughout the production progress.

is not on selling a design, but instead on the quality and functionality of the product. Each

“We consider our design style to be a mixture

hotel project is an individual and unique case and

of modern contemporary with an oriental feel,

we assess and consider the client’s perspective,

however, the flexibility of our carefully designed

budget and personal choices,� adds Ibrahim.

modular system allows for infinite choices to fit any space or area. For example, the modular

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The complete Stylis design package includes

system that Stylis designed has recently been

successfully installed in projects such as the Bay

Furniture

La Sun Hotel in King Abdullah’s Economic City

Contact details

for Emaar, and also at the Ramada Plaza Hotel

Company name: Stylis Hotel Solutions

in Jeddah,” explains Ibrahim.

Dubai, UAE

To ensure quality, Stylis does not buy in lowrange products from third party suppliers, they maintain their own state of the art manufacturing facilities, so that they can truly provide the highest of standards that their customers deserve. The firm also ensures a full after-sales service including guaranteed availability of all spare parts and a 5-year warranty against manufacturing defects.

We pride ourselves on many years of delivering perfectly tailored solutions to satisfy the diverse needs of our clients

Telephone: +971 50 759 6159 Fax: +971 44 304 546 Email: uae@stylis-sa.com

Location: Jeddah, KSA 3470 Houzaifah Bin Al Yaman Street, Al Shate’e District, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 23513 Telephone: +966 12 6076622 Fax: +966 12 6076828 Email: ksa@stylis-sa.com

Hesham Ibrahim, CEO

In a world where an increasing amount of

Location: Krosno, Poland

pressure is being placed on companies to

Telephone: +48 13 437 62 76

reduce their carbon footprints, Stylis have

Fax: +48 13 436 2102

developed a “green design concept”, which

Email: pl@stylis-sa.com

follows main principals that allow Stylis to limit, as far as possible, air emissions and water

General email: info@stylis-sa.com

pollution from the technological processing of

Website: www.stylis-sa.com

wood, metal and synthetic materials. Additionally, wood used in the production of furniture comes only from controlled cultivation and has a Forest Stewardship Council certificate confirming the wood’s legal origins.

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IN DETAIL Stay Trendy, the next generation of Security and Sophistication.

Security Technology

VingCard Elsafe Security Technology

T

he world leader in hotel security and

Elsafe electronic in-room safes for hotels are the

energy management technology, VingCard

only UL-Listed guestroom safes in the market

Elsafe is part of the ASSA ABLOY Group,

in keypad and card-based models. Elsafe Safes

a publicly listed company, that has products

include a UL-listed internal power outlet to

installed in more than 42,000 properties

support recharging of laptops and camcorders,

worldwide, securing in excess of seven million

full wireless online capabilities and RFID versions

hotel rooms.

compatible with VingCard electronic locks.

Elsafe customers also enjoy worldwide service

advanced RFID-technology with electronic locking

and support. The entire catalogue includes six

"

safes with the same technology as well as fully proven

benefit, such as its access control or versatility

RF-online wireless communication platforms to offer

to be installed on a wall. Orion by VingCard

!

Elsafe is the new Energy Management Solution

improve a hotel’s operations and bottom line.

that offers savings by degrees, while ensuring guest comfort.

With worldwide service and support in more than 166 countries, VingCard Elsafe provides

Orion by VingCard Elsafe detects guest presence

numerous electronic locking system solutions.

in the room and allows control and management of A/C cost while rooms are unoccupied;

Its systems include traditional magnetic-

monitoring and keeping a comfort temperature

stripe, smartcard systems and the latest RFID

level when guests return to their rooms.

electronic locks compatible with the main ISO standards: ISO 14.443A (MIFARE), ISO 14.443B,

Orion by VingCard Elsafe is much more than “just�

ISO15.693 and NFC-compatible (Near Field

an energy management solution because it offers

Communication), fully integrated PMS interface

full wireless online functionality and a network than

software solutions, as well as the world leader in

can be either set up independently or together

wireless online locking solutions for hotels based

with VISIONLINE by VingCard wireless online

on ZigBee secured open platform.

electronic locks and safes.

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Orion by VingCard Elsafe dramatically helps you

“Our solutions include integrated hardware

improve your environmental and green initiatives

and contributes to reducing global warming.

“Our company is dedicated to providing complete

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smart security solutions to the hospitality industry,

Mexico, Brazil, UK, Norway, Sweden, Germany,

starting from state-of-the art electronic locking

France, Spain, Portugal, Dubai, India, Singapore,

solutions, in-room safes and complete technology

Thailand, Hong-Kong, China and Australia and

packages that provide RF-online integrated

partner networks in over 166 countries.

communication with smart in-room physicalpresence, sensitive energy management solutions,�

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than 30 years. New for 2014 VingCard Elsafe will consolidate the launch of the new locking Solution Allure by VingCard, that was pre-launched in 2013 and which represents a new step in electronic locking concepts by setting completely new standards and trends, reaching a pinnacle in minimalism by reducing the lock and adding more functionalities to a lock, such as DND/MUR and door bell.

VingCard safes offer unbeatable security.

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Security Technology

Contact details Company name: VingCard Elsafe AS

VingCard locks set new standards in design and security.

Our solutions include integrated hardware and software solutions with

Address: P.O. Box 511 1522 Moss Norway

Mobile: +971 50 2400845 Fax: +971 4 3262851 Email: uae@vcegroup.com Web: www.vingcardelsafe.com

Manit Narang, vice president and managing director

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IN DETAIL: Tea is the second most widely-consumed beverage on earth, behind water.

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Beverages

Unilever Beverages

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n any given day, two billion people use

in the tea industry, but for agricultural producers

Unilever products. With 400 brands

in every sector.

spanning 14 categories of home,

personal care and food products, no other

Lipton Pyramid

company touches so many people’s lives in so

The innovative Pyramid Tea is designed to elevate

many different ways.

! experience. Ingredients are given more room to

Its brand portfolio has made it a leader in every

infuse and release superior aroma, colour and

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enhancing its brands to deliver more intense,

ingredients are visible and customers can see

rewarding product experiences. It invests over

$1bn every year in cutting-edge research

experience.

Lipton Pyramid offers a higher quality tea

techniques to help develop products. Consumer

experience at a competitive price, resulting in

research plays a vital role in brand development,

a bigger competitive advantage and higher

so the company is constantly developing, tried

consumer satisfaction. Regardless of levels of

and tested, new products to meet changing tastes,

exposure and experience, the Pyramid tea bag is

lifestyles and expectations.

driving growth.

Lipton tea

The Lipton Pyramid Tea gives a faster and overall

better infusion. It’s a combination of great

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consumed beverage on earth, behind water.

larger ingredients. The Pyramid tea bag format

Lipton tea is steeped in history. It was launched

means ingredients are given more room to infuse

as the Thomas J Lipton Company in 1890 and is

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today the world’s largest tea brand. It’s Earthfriendly policies and commitment to sustainable

The semi transparent bag means larger

agriculture will ensure it remains a leader, not just

ingredients are visible and consumers can view

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herbs mean a better tasting tea. Exciting, vibrant and an upgraded experience, meaning increased margin potential. Committment to sustainability The company’s commitment to sustainably source all of its tea in tea bags from Rainforest Alliance !" miles ahead in sustainable tea farming practices. To ensure its suppliers’ farming practices are sustainable, Lipton has teamed up with the # $ % % % their families and communities. Farms that meet comprehensive standards for sustainability earn # $ These standards conserve biodiversity; ensure that soils, waterways, and wildlife habitats are & % % housing, access to medical care, and schools for their children.

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Beverages

Contact details Company name:

Green tea - Melon tail.

Unilever Food Solutions Arabia

Lipton has teamed up with the Rainforest Alliance, a conservation organisation that works to conserve biodiversity

Company address: Unilever Gulf Dubai, UAE

Telephone: Fax: Email: rea.abarintos@unilever.com

Web: www.unileverfoodsolutionsarabia.com www.liptontea.com

Almond Chai Tea Latte.

Lemon Pineapple Swirl.

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IN DETAIL: The United States is a leader in introducing new and/or improved dairy products.

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Trade association - Dairy

US Dairy Export Council Trade Association - Dairy

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The US produces an amazing variety of cheeses

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their partner in trade.

Trade association - Dairy

Contact details Company name: US Dairy Export Council

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