ROME – The World Food Programme (WFP) announced today it is pausing the movement of its employees in Gaza until further notice after a WFP team came under fire on the evening of 27 August, a few metres from an Israeli check point at the Wadi Gaza bridge. The team was returning from a mission to Kerem Shalom/ Karam Abu Salem with two WFP armoured vehicles after escorting a convoy of trucks carrying humanitarian cargo routed to Gaza's central area. Despite being clearly marked and receiving multiple clearances by Israeli authorities to approach, the vehicle was directly struck by gunfire as it was moving towards an Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) checkpoint. It sustained at least ten bullets: five on the driver's side, two on the passenger side and three on other parts of the vehicle. None of the employees onboard were ......read more

Company’s donations have provided roughly 1 million meals since start of the conflict GAZA / DUBAI – The World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a new financial contribution from their longstanding partner Agility, a supply chain services, infrastructure and innovation company, to support WFP’s operations in Palestine. This donation will contribute to WFP’s efforts to provide essential food assistance to those suffering in one of the worst hunger crises the world is facing today. With this latest contribution from Agility, WFP will be able to provide nearly 779,000 hot meals in Gaza ensuring that the most vulnerable populations receive the necessary support amidst ongoing challenges. This will bring the total donations by Agility and its employees to 1 million meals since the start of the current crisis in ......read more

Company’s donations have provided roughly 1 million meals since start of the conflict GAZA / DUBAI – The World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a new financial contribution from their longstanding partner Agility, a supply chain services, infrastructure and innovation company, to support WFP’s operations in Palestine. This donation will contribute to WFP’s efforts to provide essential food assistance to those suffering in one of the worst hunger crises the world is facing today. With this latest contribution from Agility, WFP will be able to provide nearly 779,000 hot meals in Gaza ensuring that the most vulnerable populations receive the necessary support amidst ongoing challenges. This will bring the total donations by Agility and its employees to 1 million meals since the start of the current crisis in ......read more

ROME – The latest food security assessment on Gaza confirms the concerns of the World Food Programme (WFP) about the ongoing levels of severe hunger across the Gaza Strip and shows the critical importance of sustained access to all areas of Gaza. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report on Gaza paints a stark picture of ongoing hunger, finding that 96 percent of the population is facing acute food insecurity at crisis level or higher (IPC Category 3+), with almost half a million people in catastrophic conditions (IPC Category 5).  The new report indicates a slight improvement compared to the previous assessment in March, which warned of a potential famine in Gaza's northern governorates by the end of May. The improvement shows the difference that greater access can make. Increased food ......read more

As Regional Initiatives Reinforce Company’s Global Commitment to Sustainability Dubai, UAE – 5 June 2024: Armstrong Fluid Technology MEA marked World Environment Day 2024 with team-building exercises dedicated to cleaning up the local environment. World Environment Day, which is celebrated annually on June 5, is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment. This year, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia hosted the global celebrations. Armstrong’s MEA team took part in a litter pick-up around the office site, to promote environmental awareness and demonstrate Armstrong’s ongoing commitment to sustainability. For 90 years, Armstrong has pioneered innovative, intelligent fluid-flow technologies that provide the industry’s most energy-efficient design ......read more

Back to Back discovery with potential for over 2 TCF of gas-in-place positions South Andaman as one of the world's most important gas plays Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 13th May, 2024 – Mubadala Energy, the international energy company headquartered in Abu Dhabi and the operator of the South Andaman Gross Split PSC, today announced another substantial gas discovery from the Tangkulo-1 Exploration well, drilled in South Andaman, about 65 kilometres offshore North Sumatra, Indonesia. The discovery marks the second deep water well operated by the company. Tangkulo-1 was drilled to a depth of 3,400 meters in 1,200 meters water depth, just a few months after the major discovery at the Layaran-1 well, also in South Andaman. The Tangkulo-1 well encountered 80 meters of gas column in a good quality Oligocene sandstone ......read more

CLEAR, Alaska, May 3, 2024  - The Long Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR) at Clear Space Force Station in Clear, Alaska, completed DD250 final acceptance and was officially handed over to the Missile Defense Agency in preparation for an Operational Capability Baseline (OCB) decision and final transition to the Warfighter. In addition, prior to this transition, the system has started Space Domain Awareness data collects for the United States Space Force.  “This milestone represents years of dedication to the MDA’s mission to protect our homeland,” said Chandra Marshall, vice president of Radar and Sensor Systems at Lockheed Martin. “LRDR is a cutting edge asset providing the benefits of both low frequency and high frequency radars for an innovative approach to search, track, and discriminate ......read more

MA Yansong's architecture and Hublot's watchmaking share a common vision of transforming their art into an interactive, 3D experience, fusing the natural and the human-made, creating advanced designs with an affinity for Nature. MA Yansong, the visionary Founder and Principal Partner of MAD Architects (2004), redefines architecture with a focus on emotional and spiritual needs, blending humanity and Nature. Born in Beijing in 1975, MA set up his own practice two years after achieving his Masters from Yale. He has spent 20 years gaining international acclaim for his imaginative and human centric designs. His renowned projects – including the Harbin Opera House and Absolute Towers – showcase a unique symbiosis of the natural and human-made. MA, the first Chinese architect to win an overseas landmark project, sees ......read more

21 February 2024: NEW YORK/GENEVA/ROME – In the less than five months that followed the brutal 7 October attacks and the ensuing escalation, tens of thousands of Palestinians – mostly women and children – have been killed and injured in the Gaza Strip. More than three quarters of the population have been forced from their homes, many multiple times, and face severe shortages of food, water, sanitation and healthcare – the basic necessities to survive.    The health system continues to be systematically degraded, with catastrophic consequences. As of 19 February, only 12 out of 36 hospitals with inpatient capacity are still functioning, and only partially. There have been more than 370 attacks on health care in Gaza since 7 October.  Diseases are rampant. Famine is looming. Water is at a ......read more

The Ministerial Conference is the topmost decision-making body of the World Trade Organization. 164 trade ministers from countries all over the world will meet for MC13 in Abu Dhabi to build consensus on the international rules that govern global trade. Abu Dhabi, UAE – 9 January 2024: The United Arab Emirates launched a new website dedicated to the World Trade Organization’s 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi from February 26-29, as part of its role as host country and chair. The website provides comprehensive information for delegates, government officials and stakeholders attending MC13, as well as the global trading community and journalists seeking to keep up to date with its deliberations. The website – which can be accessed at: www.WTOMC13ABUDHABI.com – highlights important trade ......read more

Organised by the World Professional Wrestling Hub (WPWH), the free-to-attend championship will be staged at Shabab Al-Ahili Club marking the return of Sangram Singh to the ring following a six-year hiatus.   The championship will host five high-stakes wrestling match-ups featuring formidable opponents with international and Olympic medals from around the world. February 06, 2024: The 2024 edition of the International Pro Wrestling Championship is set to witness the most electrifying encounter in the wrestling arena between India's Sangram Singh, a two-time Commonwealth Heavyweight Champion and Pakistan's top wrestling titlist, Muhammad Saeed. The wrestling extravaganza of the year, taking place on February 24, 2024, at Shabab Al-Ahili Club in Dubai, promises a display of power, athleticism, and tactical prowess ......read more

Dubai, UAE, 6 January 2024: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) presents a series of specialised creative panels and workshops in Arabic calligraphic arts as part of the project ‘Arabic Calligraphy, Ornamentation, and Gilding Courses,’ which falls under the umbrella of the Dubai Calligraphy Biennale. Through this project, the Authority seeks to open new educational and informative avenues for emerging talent by providing a high-quality platform that encourages them to develop and refine their skills in the field of Arabic calligraphy. The initiative also aims to enable them to discover the beauty of this art form, reflecting a commitment to protecting and preserving it as an integral part of national, local, and Arab identity and heritage. The project, taking place throughout February, targets all those ......read more

First day of Dubai Future Forum sees astronauts, energy experts and technologists tackling key questions about the future. Dubai, UAE: 27 November 2023 – His Excellency Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Managing Director of Dubai Future Foundation and Chairman of the Museum of the Future, emphasised that human creativity is “the key” to designing a bright future that people and societies can aspire to, and the symbol of the inspiring and successful models that governments and countries seek. His Excellency said the Dubai Future Forum 2023, the world’s largest gathering of futurists, taking place from 27-28 November, has become an annual global platform that attracts experts and leaders in future design to anticipate the future and expand the use of its tools to capture its opportunities.  The forum is ......read more

  تتألق السيدات في جميع مجالات الحياة محققات إنجازات استثنائية، ويبذلن في سبيل ذلك الكثير من الجهد والعمل، الأمر الذي يشعرهن بالإرهاق عندما يتعلق الأمر بانتقاء المنتج الأفضل للعناية ببشرتهن. من هنا قامت أولاي، الرائدة في دعم السيدات، بإطلاق مجموعة باور ديو لتمكين السيدات من مواجهة التحديات المرتبطة بالحفاظ على بشرة نضرة ومتألقة، عبر توفير المنتجات التي تمنحهن الفرصة لإطلاق قدراتهن والتعبير عن جرأتهن الفطرية. وقد اهتم خبراء أولاي بتصميم هذا الثنائي الحديث من المكونات المتطورة التي تجمع الجمال بالمرونة، لتحفيز العقل والجسم وتعزيز ترابطهما للمزيد من التألق والحيوية. حان الوقت لتكوني أكثر جرأة وتألقاً تقول أروشي سيثي، مديرة العلامة التجارية، العناية بالبشرة والعناية الشخصية، الهند والخليج العربي : " نحن في أولاي ندرك كم التحديات التي تواجهها بعض النساء حول العالم. الأمر الذي ألهمنا لمساعدتهن عبر توفير منتجات فائقة الجودة ......read more

Key takeaways    •         It will take 3 years for global oil demand to recover from Covid to its new normal assuming we have a vaccine or a cure •         Long term oil demand will peak at 105 mn b/d by 2030 on electric car proliferation, and then decline to 95 mn b/d by 2050 •         If heavy vehicles also switch to alternative fuel, electric or more likely hydrogen, demand could drop to 76 mn b/d by 2050       Oil demand suffered a major setback from COVID-19… Oil demand took the largest hit ever recorded in 1H20, as road and air travel collapsed during the global lockdown. Demand contracted 16 mn b/d YoY in 2Q20 on IEA estimates, 5 fold the previously largest ever quarterly demand drop ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - June 20, 2020 - Trina Solar Co., Ltd., a leading global PV and smart energy total solution provider, announced the global launch of TrinaPro Mega, an ultra-high power smart PV solution featuring modules with power output exceeding 500W. With further improvements in product selection and integrated design, the solution enhances the overall system performance and reduces the levelized cost of energy (LCOE). Following the debut of the Vertex ultra-high-power new 500W-plus module in February, TrinaPro Mega marks yet another benchmark for the era of the 500W power output, as it delivers an optimized solution for the application of Vertex modules in downstream systems.  In 2018, Trina Solar unveiled the smart PV solution "TrinaPro" for large-scale power stations. Based on system design and ......read more

Offering "last one-mile" transport, relief to staff and visitors during the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020   Dubai, UAE, August 28, 2019: Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota), worldwide partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, announced recently that to support the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020, it is developing a special new product, the APM (Accessible People Mover), a mobility vehicle designed expressly for use at the Games.   Through the Games, Toyota aims to provide all people with the freedom to move, or what it calls, "Mobility for All." The APM takes this challenge to the maximum degree, offering a "last one-mile" solution that helps transport as many people as possible to events and venues, including athletes and staff related to the Games, as well as all types of visitors ......read more

Superbrands, the independent authority and arbiter of branding, announced it will host its annual tribute event to honour and recognize 58 of UAE’s strongest brands on June 27, 2018. At the event, Superbrands will also announce the highly awaited ‘Brand of the Year’ award and unveil the 14th edition of the much sought-after Superbrands book, which includes a two-page profile of each of the Superbrands. In its 14th edition, the Superbrands tribute event is considered the ‘Oscars of Branding’ by the corporate world and speaking about the event, Mr. Mike English, Director, Superbrands Middle East, said, “Marketers have always had to juggle two seemingly contradictory goals: making their brands distinctive and making them central in their category. Being acknowledged a Superbrands helps strengthens a ......read more

Dubai, UAE, March 31, 2018:  Skyline University College hosted the National Seminar on Case Studies and Research on March 26, 2018 at SUC campus. The Chief Guest of the event was Dr. Faisal Ali Mousa, Chairman of FAM Holding. Dr. Mousa delivered a motivational speech where he shared his experiences of a journey starting from 3000 dirhams to 3 billion dirhams. He talked about the challenging times of his career as well as the strategies and the principles he always adhered to.  SUC Professor, Dr. Gouher Ahmed was the first speaker of the seminar who discussed the topic, “Case Research Some Issues” followed by the welcome remarks by SUC Dean, Dr. Amitabh Upadhya. Other guest speakers of the seminar were Dr. Narjes Haj-Salem of the College of Business Administration, University of Sharjah; Dr. Christopher Abraham, ......read more

Dubai Science Park, Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Al Jalila Foundation discuss ways to enhance UAE’s science sector Dubai-UAE: 13 September, 2017:  Dubai Science Park (DSP), a member of TECOM Group and the region’s first business community dedicated to the science sector, hosted a networking event in collaboration with the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), Dubai Healthcare City Authority’s first medical university, and Al Jalila Foundation, the philanthropic organisation that supports medical research and educational programmes, to discuss ways to enhance the UAE’s healthcare sector. Welcoming a science-focused audience to DSP, comprising representatives from academia, business and government, Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Executive ......read more

18 June 2017 - Dubai, UAE UAE-based total FM company makes exemplary progress with standards, training and sustainability, prompting British Institute of Cleaning Science to maintain rating  In recognition of its excellence in facilities management (FM) services, UAE-based total FM company Farnek continues its accreditation program from the British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc), the largest independent, professional and educational body in the cleaning industry.  Markus Oberlin, CEO of Farnek, said: “We have enjoyed an excellent relationship with the British Institute of Cleaning Science since we embarked on the first accreditation process in 2012 and we are delighted this will continue. Our customers benefit from our accreditation with BICSc, secure in the knowledge that we are delivering safe and ......read more

Abu Dhabi, February 19, 2017:  As part of its annual practice, the Sheikh Zayed Book Award announced today its shortlisted candidates in two of its categories; “Literature” and “Children’s Literature”. The announcement follows the conclusion of a series of meetings held by the Scientific Committee in Abu Dhabi to assess reports submitted by the judges’ panel per category and the evaluation of nominated works. The selected works in literature included three narrative works, namely ‘Alwah’ (Tablets) by Lebanese author Rashid Al-Daif, (2016); ‘Khareef al Bara’a’ (The Autumn of Innocence) by Lebanese author Abbas Beydoun (2016); and ‘Fi Fami Lu’lu’a’ (A Pearl in My Mouth) by Emirati author Maisoon Saqer (2016). As for titles under ......read more

Trump's economic policies flawed, jobs focus misguided New US presidency likely to resemble that of Nixon Present selloff in bond yields likely temporary Donald Trump may be a colourful character, particularly as far as 21st century politicians go, but investors should watch what he does, not what he says. I have spent the last month on the road around Europe meeting with clients and investors. It has led me to some interesting discussions and conclusions.  President Trump remains an enigma even for people who have met him; his personality is at best erratic and at worst compulsive but having said that, his ability to "keep the ball rolling" impresses me. In the process of doing so, he has been able to convince many of the investors I respect most to buy into the concept of "an animal ......read more

It's never too early to start thinking about Valentine's Day, there is already so much love in the air. Give it one more week and everyone on your insta feed will be using the hashtag #couplegoals .  Our curated Valentine's Day gift guide includes gifts for the beauty lover, those who want something a little bit different, those on a budget or if you are looking to splurge. There is something for everyone.  Ipanema- Love Heart Flip Flops in a selection of colours  Price- AED 100, Available at Ipanema outlets  Konjac Sponge Company- Heart Sponge  Price- AED 75, Available at Holland and Barrett  SACHAJUAN- Spicy Citrus Body Wash Price- AED 130, Available at Bloomingdales Fressko- Glass Range Flasks  Price- AED 179, Available at Virgin Megastores  Fressko- Blush ......read more

Piaget dresses Ryan Reynolds  LOS ANGELES – December 19, 2016 – Piaget Altiplano was the watch of choice for the 22nd Annual Critics’ Choice Awards. International Brand Ambassador, Ryan Reynolds chose a Piaget Altiplano timepiece to complete his red carpet look. Mr. Reynolds, who was honored with Entertainer of the Year, chose the Piaget Altiplano 43 mm in white gold to match his grey tuxedo.  It was announced earlier this morning that Mr. Reynolds is nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Comedy for his role in “Deadpool,” along with fellow Piaget International Brand Ambassador, Jessica Chastain, for her role in “Miss Sloane” as Best actress in a Drama movie. Piaget has a longstanding love affair with Hollywood and a commitment to ......read more

DIFC Wills & Probate Registry consumer poll reveals expats stay longer than expected in Dubai, but don’t plan to protect their future    Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 24 November 2016:  The phrase ‘time flies when you are having fun’ has never been truer for residents in Dubai. The DIFC Wills & Probate Registry (WPR) is calling for expats to get on top of their ‘life admin’, as its most recent consumer poll* suggests that most people are staying in Dubai longer than they think, but are failing to safeguard their future.  According to WPR’s findings 64% of expats stay significantly longer in Dubai than they had originally thought. The majority of respondents have lived here at least three years longer than planned, and a staggering one in ten people have stayed over ......read more

Dubai, UAE, October 4, 2016:  Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), Dubai and the UAE’s flagship trade and logistics hub for the wider Middle East region and Africa is participating in the Water Technology, Energy and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) 2016, held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from October 4-6, 2016.  In line with the theme of the exhibition ‘At the forefront of sustainability’, Jafza is showcasing its latest initiatives and sustainability projects that have been implemented throughout the free zone in our efforts to adopt the international best practices in this area.  Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DP World and Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation said “The UAE and Dubai, in particular, has been the ......read more

The finalists of this year’s Seatrade Maritime Awards Middle East, Indian Subcontinent & Africa have been unveiled. Dubai, UAE, October 4, 2016:  Following a transparent and independent judging process which is unique to the organisers, Seatrade, and the only such approach in the Middle East Maritime Awards industry, the finalists are decided by an independent judging panel.  The winners of the Seatrade Maritime Awards will be announced on 31st October during a ceremony dinner designed to reward excellence and attended by some of the most high profile and senior industry professionals in the shipping and maritime industry.  The Awards shortlist in each of the categories is as follows:     Safety and Quality Award: Atom Alloys India PVT LTD / Atom Alloys LTD (Mauritius) DNV ......read more

Dubai, UAE, July 31, 2016:  Aligarh: "Eat and drink, but waste not by excess, for Allah loveth not the wasters", reminded Dr. Mohd. Iqtedar Husain Farooqi, author of internationally acclaimed book PLANTS OF THE QURAN, while highlighting the Quranic injunctions regarding the flora and fauna at a book release ceremony organized by the Ibne Sina Academy. The ceremony, which was presided over by the Vice Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University, Lt. Gen. Zameer Uddin Shah, in the presence of the Pro-Vice Chancellor, Brig. S. Ahmad Ali, saw releasing of two books of Dr. Farooqi "Animals in the Holy Quran" and "Dictionary of Flora and Fauna of Quran". Making a special reference to the animals and plants mentioned in the holy Quran, Dr. Farooqi said, "Biological diversity means the variety of life ......read more

It’s brighter, bolder and better   Kuwait– 17 April 2016:  After several months of intense review, strategic planning and brand awareness needs Milipol Qatar is very excited to launch its newly designed website. It was officially launched. The new website is more informative, more engaging and more interactive.   The new website has been designed to provide the ultimate user-friendly experience with improved functionality and navigation right through, allowing viewers to access material easily with the option to share information across key social networking channels. Created with the user firmly in mind, the website has been designed using the latest technology so the site is compatible with today's browsers and devices including a mobile version tentatively scheduled for end April ......read more

Leading Middle East oilfield services provider, AlMansoori Specialized Engineering has announced a comprehensive over AED 18 million upgrade to its managed pressure drilling (MPD) services offering. The company along with its affiliated companies; Reform Energy Services, Air Drilling Associates and Kelda Drilling Controls, has worked intensively to introduce the "next generation automated MPD Package" and was demonstrated at a special event held at the AlMansoori Production Services facility in Abu Dhabi, for the benefit of senior oil industry representatives, oilfield professionals and invited media, yesterday. The new model-based control system, which is being made available in the region for the first time by AlMansoori and its affiliates, features unique capabilities that can control gas surges and two-phase flows in ......read more

FOR HIM  Just a bit of CH MEN Prive to start off your special evening, Suit up in a Black suit and Black tie with CH Carolina Herrera, with a sophisticated look with an alluring fragrance. FOR HER  Feel like an elegant woman wearing CH Carolina Herrera signature red dress with an added scent of CH Women fragrance to complete your look. HAPPY VALENTINES DAY from the House of Herrera 

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Dulsco conduct’s the workshop along with Hadef & Partners, a leading law firm in the UAE Abu Dhabi, UAE, November 30th, 2015: Dulsco recently conducted a workshop for Human Resources managers in Abu Dhabi that focused on the UAE labour law. This workshop was conducted along with Hadef & Partners, a leading law firm in the UAE. The event brought together the HR fraternity from various organisations in Abu Dhabi under one platform, to provide them with a complete overview of the UAE labour law. Dulsco is the only waste management company and among very few HR solution providers in the region to be awarded the Superbrand status. It is a limited liability company and expanded its services to include all the Emirates and neighbouring Gulf countries. Dulsco was acknowledged as one of the ‘Top 15 Companies to Work ......read more

China Homelife Exhibition 2015 which takes place in Dubai on December 8-10, 2015 at Dubai World Trade Centre will have over 1500 hosted buyers from the region attending the exhibition. The buyers who have gone through a strict qualification process constitute one of the largest hosted buyers programme for any trade show and will arrive from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Lebanon.  “As the organizers of the largest sourcing platform, China Homelife Exhibition 2015 continues its efforts make the exhibition a two way business proposition where exhibitors as well as visitors at the show are able to achieve their business goals. It is our endeavour to ensure that exhibitors are able to meet and interact with serious buyers and we provide the platform to enable these interactions. On the other hand buyers are able to ......read more

With a new name and a renewed focus on the burgeoning Middle East market, Messe Frankfurt Middle East (formerly Epoc Messe Frankfurt) is set to further consolidate its position as one of the region's foremost trade fair and conference organisers. Having recorded an impressive 22 per cent year-on-year sales revenue growth in 2014, Messe Frankfurt Middle East is targeting further success in the coming years with a sharpened focus on the company's core strengths across the region. “The change of our name to Messe Frankfurt Middle East is an important milestone and reflects the company’s greater ambition to expand its activities throughout the region,” said Ahmed Pauwels, CEO of Messe Frankfurt Middle East. “It also underlines our commitment to provide exhibiting partners, trade visitors, and ......read more

25 October, 2015 - Abu Dhabi, UAE: Two new country-specific sessions have been added to the powerful programme for the 2016 Global Aerospace Summit, one of the world’s most influential gatherings of top-tier international aviation, aerospace, defence and space leaders, which will be held in Abu Dhabi next March. The additions will see dedicated debates on the challenges and potential of the industries within Saudi Arabia (KSA) and Africa – two markets identified by the Summit’s advisory board as key growth territories. “As the Arabian Gulf’s largest country with a high growth rate, KSA provides a lucrative opportunity for aerospace and aviation,” said Nick Webb, Managing Partner of Streamline Marketing Group (SMG), the Summit organisers. “The KSA session will cover key updates on the Saudi ......read more

His Excellency Engineer Hussain Nasser Lootah, Director General of Dubai Municipality led the inauguration ceremonies today (October 5, 2015) of the 7th International Perishables Expo Middle East (WOP DUBAI), the GCC region’s only dedicated exhibition for fresh edible food and the 10th International Plants Expo Middle East (IPM DUBAI), the most important plant show in the Gulf region, which will run until October 7, 2015 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The exciting three-day events are expected to throw the spotlight on the rapidly growing and vibrant global perishables and horticulture industries. Spread across over 8,000 square meters of exhibition space, WOP DUBAI is poised to receive visitors coming from over 80 countries. This year’s show is featuring 14 official country pavilions, which also reflect a 24 per cent ......read more

Local agency The Content Factory to welcome 45 member firms of Public Relations Global Network looking to grow their client reach into the region Public Relations Global Network, one of the top four networks of independent PR agencies across the globe, is gearing up to convene in Dubai this winter, its first-ever meeting in the Middle East. Locally based fully integrated marketing agency, The Content Factory (TCF) will be hosting the representatives from PRGN’s member agencies during their November conference. “After meeting in Seattle earlier this year, we are excited to head to Dubai for PRGN’s winter meeting. With the World Expo coming to Dubai in 2020, the international business circuit has been humming about the enormous potential the emirate holds for global businesses. We’re excited to have the chance ......read more

Strong performance in first quarter, Henkel reports good start to fiscal 2015 •Sales: +12.7% to 4,430 million euros (organic: +3.6%) •Operating profit*: +14.1% to 707 million euros •EBIT margin*: +0.2 percentage points to 16.0% •Earnings per preferred share* (EPS): +13.5% to 1.18 euros •Very strong sales growth in emerging markets: Organic +7.7% Düsseldorf – “In a challenging environment, Henkel delivered a strong performance in the first quarter and had a good start to the fiscal year 2015. We again increased both sales and earnings. We achieved our highest quarterly sales to date, thanks to good organic sales growth, the impact of last year’s acquisitions and the strong US dollar. All business units contributed to this successful quarter. Once again, we delivered a very strong ......read more

Experiential Marketing & Event Engagement agency Blue Cacti enters the Middle East market. The company that operates under a different brand name in India, South East Asia and North African markets has entered the Qatar under the new brand name and identity. Mr. Hamad Rabea Hamad Ajlan Al-Kaabi, Chairman of Blue Cacti says, “I am hugely excited with Blue Cacti, which brings something new and innovative to the Qatari market as a young creative agency. We hope to create innovative and exciting consumer and employee engagement campaigns & events that will inspire others to move away from the traditional methods of push marketing in this region. Further, we plan to create our own events and engagement programs that are in line with QNV 2030 focusing on the Health, Social and Environment platforms. We aim to contribute in ......read more