Al Bawaba back issues from December 2008:
Construction begins for "Armani Hotel Milano"
Dec 01, 2008 ... Armani Hotels & Resorts, born of the collaboration between Dubai-based global property developer Emaar Properties and Giorgio ArmaniS.p.A, announced that construction for the Armani Hotel Milano, itsflagship property in Italy, is now underway. The exclusive propertywill open doors in ...
Sweet Homes generates large investor interest for AED 3 billion 'Ajman Uptown' project in Oman
Dec 01, 2008 ... Sweet Homes, a leading UAE-based developer and multi-serviceprovider to the real estate sector, has announced that it hasgenerated huge investor interest in Oman for its AED 3 billion'Ajman Uptown' project following the completion of roadshoworganized in Oman. The developer has a ...
GDS secures AED 6.1 million contract to supply LV switchboards for EMICOOL plant
Dec 01, 2008 ... Gulf Dynamic Switchgear (GDS), a subsidiary of M'Sharie, theprivate equity arm of Dubai Investments, and a leading regionalmanufacturer of low-voltage switchgear, electrical equipment andservices, has secured an AED 6.1 million contract from EmiratesDistrict Cooling Company (EMICOOL) for ...
King Saud University signs strategic MOU with Autodesk
Dec 01, 2008 ... Autodesk, the world leader in 2D and 3D design software for themanufacturing, building and construction, and media andentertainment markets, has announced that it has signed a strategicMemorandum of Understanding (MOU) with King Saud University (KSU),one of the largest and most ...
Kuwait Stock Exchange market performance for the month of November 2008
Dec 01, 2008 ... Global Investment House Kuwait KSE Monthly Performance for themonth of November 2008 - During the first half of November, Kazuwaitmarket continued its downward journey. However there were earlysigns of market stabilizing during the second half of the monthwhich was a combination of ...
Iran looks for change by Obama administration
Dec 01, 2008 ... Iran's Majlis speaker, Ali Larijani, said that the Americanofficials are expected to prove the change in their attitude towardsIran "in practice." "If the US new administration takes practicalsteps for reconciliation with Iranian nation and respect rights ofthe Palestinian people then ...
Democracy Reporting International in cooperation with Kuwait Transparency
Dec 01, 2008 ... Democracy Reporting International in cooperation with KuwaitTransparency Society launches its new report on "Assessment of theElectoral Framework in Kuwait" Kuwait's framework for parliamentary elections is largely in linewith international standards, although a few shortcomings ...
Adobe Advances Flash Platform at MAX 2008
Dec 01, 2008 ... Adobe Advances Flash Platform at MAX 2008New Adobe FlashTechnologies Speed Development of Applications, Content and VideoAdobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) announced at Adobe MAX 2008further advancements to the Adobe Flash Platform, a complete systemof integrated tools, frameworks, ...
Atlantis to Offer a Superior Guest Experience with Communications Foundation from Avaya
Dec 01, 2008 ... Atlantis to Offer a Superior Guest Experience with CommunicationsFoundation from Avaya Atlantis, The Palm the region's first truly integrateddestination resort has turned to Avaya, a global leader in businesscommunications applications, systems and services, to provide ...
Media to Play Greater Role in Increasing the Region's Environmental Awareness
Dec 01, 2008 ... Media to Play Greater Role in Increasing the Region'sEnvironmental Awareness CNBC Arabiya Weekly Program to Focus on Green Issues as Part ofNew Schedule The media will play a greater role in increasing the region'sawareness of green issues as CNBC Arabiya launches a weekly ...
Follow your senses to choose your fragrnce this winter
Dec 01, 2008 ... Follow your senses to choose your fragrnce this winter Choosing the perfect fragrance for the winter months isn't ashard as one might think. Most people feel that they don't need tochange fragrances once the weather cools down! The truth is thoughthat it is a good idea to switch ...
Hydra Open Air Cinema's First Show in Abu Dhabi Tonight
Dec 01, 2008 ... Hydra Open Air Cinema's First Show in Abu Dhabi Tonight Following the success of Hydra Open Air Cinema's first everMiddle Eastern appearance, the world's largest outdoor movieexperience begins in Abu Dhabi tonight, with a screening of thelatest Bond film, Quantum of Solace ....
Flying high on National Day spirit at Abu Dhabi Airport
Dec 01, 2008 ... Flying high on National Day spirit at Abu Dhabi Airport Gifts and entertainment to greet passengers as airport celebratesUAE's 37 year anniversary Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) will be offering a livelyexperience for travellers passing through Abu Dhabi Internationaland ...
Abu Dhabi Yacht Show Exhibitor Numbers Up
Dec 01, 2008 ... Abu Dhabi Yacht Show Exhibitor Numbers UpInforma Yacht Group(IYG), the leading global yachting events organizer also behind theMonaco Yacht Show, confirmed today the attendance of over 80exhibitors representing the world's leading super yachts and megayachts shipyards, naval architects, ...
Etihad relief flights from Thailand continue
Dec 02, 2008 ... Etihad relief flights from Thailand continue Etihad Airways is to operate its fourth special flight todaybetween U-Tapao airport in Thailand to Abu Dhabi to help passengerswho have been stranded in the country since the start last week's ofcivil unrest and the closure of the major ...
Egypt named again as world's Best Country Brand for History
Dec 02, 2008 ... Egypt named again as world's Best Country Brand for History Country Brand Index also cites Egypt in top three countries forArts and Culture category Egypt has once again been named as the world's Best Country Brandfor History in the fourth edition of the Country Brand Index ...
Rani Sports Buffs take on Challenges at Adrenaline Sports Live
Dec 02, 2008 ... Rani Sports Buffs take on Challenges at Adrenaline Sports Live Rani, the unique 'real fruit pieces' drink, was on hand to quenchthe thirst of the adrenaline seekers who jumped into the actionpacked events at the Adrenaline Sports Live Festival in Abu Dhabithis November. Attracting ...
Bahwan DHL Exel Supply Chain's road safety campaign has driven down traffic violations in Oman
Dec 02, 2008 ... Bahwan DHL Exel Supply Chain's road safety campaign has drivendown traffic violations in Oman Company's commitment to promote responsible driving as SafestDriver of the Year 2008 announced A unique initiative to improve driver and pedestrian safety onthe roads of Oman has ...
DSTi opens regional headquarters for Middle East
Dec 02, 2008 ... DSTi opens regional headquarters for Middle East DST International (DSTi), a leading provider of businesssolutions and services to the financial services sector, hasannounced the opening of its new regional headquarters for theMiddle East based in the Dubai International Financial ...
Dubai World reiterates commitment to energising economic development
Dec 02, 2008 ... Dubai World reiterates commitment to energising economicdevelopment Sharjah Colleges business conference inspires students Dubai World, one of the world's biggest holding companies,reiterated its commitment to the economic development of the UAE,and Dubai in particular, at a ...
Emirates brings its own double-decker to London
Dec 02, 2008 ... Emirates brings its own double-decker to London Emirates isbringing its very own brand of double-decker to London with thearrival of its industry leading A380. From today, EK001, whichdeparts Dubai daily at 0745hrs and arrives in London Heathrow at1135hrs, is to be served by the giant ...
Grand Hyatt Amman hosts luxury cocktail reception in association with air France and total Jordan
Dec 02, 2008 ... Grand Hyatt Amman hosts luxury cocktail reception in associationwith air France and total Jordan In association with Air France andTotal, Grand Hyatt Amman recently held a luxurious cocktailreception, celebrating the release of Beaujolais Nouveau. The event welcomed more than ...
Fujitsu Siemens Computers reveals Dynamic Infrastructures to the Middle East
Dec 02, 2008 ... Fujitsu Siemens Computers reveals Dynamic Infrastructures to theMiddle East Next step in the evolution of its strategy and extendedinfrastructure portfolio announced Building upon nine years of experience transforming itself from aproducts company to an IT infrastructure ...
Emirates Computers, Magirus and VMware Hold Disaster Recovery Seminar
Dec 02, 2008 ... Emirates Computers, Magirus and VMware Hold Disaster RecoverySeminarDemonstrate the benefits of VMware's innovativevirtualization solutions for disaster recovery and share customersuccess stories with delegates at the event.Emirates Computers todayannounced that they held a Disaster ...
Etisalat announces Off-Peak rates for National Day and Eid Al Adha
Dec 02, 2008 ... Etisalat announces Off-Peak rates for National Day and Eid AlAdha Off-peak rates for local and International calls on 2nd DecemberOff-peak rates for International calls from 7th December 10thDecember Etisalat is enabling all its customers to reach out to theirloved ones ...
Business entities pledge support as Dubai prepares for 'Eid in Dubai' celebrations
Dec 02, 2008 ... Business entities pledge support as Dubai prepares for 'Eid inDubai' celebrations Major business entities in Dubai have come together again tosupport the Eid Al Adha edition of 'Eid in Dubai' after a majorsuccess during Eid Al Fitr. Dubai Shopping Festival Office,organizers of ...
His Excellency the South African Ambassador Visits Abu Tawileh Group
Dec 02, 2008 ... His Excellency the South African Ambassador Visits Abu TawilehGroup South African Ambassador to Jordan, H.E Dr. Boy Geldenhuysvisited Abu Tawileh Group with a warm welcome from General ManagerMr. Qais Abu Tawileh on Thursday November 22nd, 2008. This visit aims at ...
Announcement
Dec 02, 2008 ... Announcement After working for thirty five years in the banking industry, Dr.Khaled Al-Fayez has decided to retire. Dr. Al-Fayez establishedGulf International Bank (GIB) in 1976 during the early stages of thedevelopment of Bahrain as a regional financial centre. Over theyears, ...
Dubai Customs celebrates the National day
Dec 02, 2008 ... Dubai Customs celebrates the National dayAhmed Butti: Union isour real wealth Dubai Customs celebrates the UAE National day that to becelebrated on 2nd December each year. On this precious occasion for every UAE and Arab citizen, Mr.Ahmed Butti, the Director General of Dubai ...
Drydocks World-Dubai wins Lloyd's List Shipyard of the Year 2008 award
Dec 02, 2008 ... Drydocks World-Dubai wins Lloyd's List Shipyard of the Year 2008award Drydocks World Dubai, the ship repair, conversion and buildingsubsidiary of Dubai World, has won the Lloyd's List Middle EastShipyard of the Year Award for 2008. This is the fourth successiveyear that Dubai's ...
EMC drives increased operational efficiency and Roi across oracle environments
Dec 02, 2008 ... EMC drives increased operational efficiency and Roi acrossoracle environments Regional customers of All Sizes Can Lower Costs and Improve Time-to-Value of Their Information Infrastructure Implementations Customers of all sizes are looking to information ...
Drydocks World-Dubai wins Lloyd's List Shipyard of the Year 2008 award
Dec 02, 2008 ... Drydocks World-Dubai wins Lloyd's List Shipyard of the Year 2008award Drydocks World Dubai, the ship repair, conversion and buildingsubsidiary of Dubai World, has won the Lloyd's List Middle EastShipyard of the Year Award for 2008. This is the fourth successiveyear that Dubai's ...
Hanan Turk may return
Dec 02, 2008 ... The Egyptian actress Hanan Turk expressed her interest to star ina new film called "Ared Al Baher" (Wide as the Sea). Hanan has requested that the screenplay be adjusted to bettersuit her character. Actors Khaled Saleh, Zainah, and Salah Abdullah will star ...
Diana Haddad on an Arab tour to promote album
Dec 02, 2008 ... Lebanese artist Diana Haddad is on an Arab tour to promote hernew 'khaliji' (Gulf countries dialect) album released in November. According to the London daily Elaph, the new album is called "MinDiana Ela" (From Diana To). Diana's first stop was in Qatar, where a celebration ...
Shabola warns Arabs of Obama
Dec 02, 2008 ... The Egyptian local singer Shaban Abed Al Rahim, known as'Shabola,' is preparing a new song with writer Islam Khalil aboutthe American president elect Barak Obama. The song, called "Bush Ibn Al Majnonah" (Bush Son of the Crazy),warns all Arabs of Obama, lamenting, "What can he do ...
Al Saher hosts performance in Sweden
Dec 02, 2008 ... The famous Iraqi singer Kathem Al Saher hosted a live musicperformance in Sweden, drawing thousands of his beloved fans fromvarious European countries. According to the London daily Elaph, Al Saher sang ...
Intention to increase Ithmaar stake in BBK
Dec 02, 2008 ... Ithmaar Bank, in a statement released yesterday, clarified itsintention to further strengthen its position as a regional financialpowerhouse by offering to increase its stake in BBK (formerly knownas Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait). The consideration to be paid for theincreased stake in BBK ...
CYTA reprted good results for 2007
Dec 02, 2008 ... 2007 was a particularly successful year for CYTA. According toWorlditreport.com, The Organisation's financial results reflect therobustness of its operations in what has become a highly competitiveand strictly regulated environment. Operating revenue rose by 16,3mor 6,5% while operating ...
Arab telecom operators served 194.5 million cellular subscribers and 35 million mainlines by end of June 2008
Dec 02, 2008 ... A new report from Arab Advisors Group analyzes and ranks 30 fixedservices operators and 50 cellular operators in nineteen Arabcountries. STC's Al Jawwal, Egypt's Mobinil and Vodafone Egypt arethe largest Arab cellular operators in terms of subscribers. With the advent of new ...
Dow and PIC of Kuwait sign binding joint venture agreement to launch K-Dow Petrochemicals
Dec 02, 2008 ... The Dow Chemical Company (Dow) and Petrochemical IndustriesCompany (PIC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuwait PetroleumCorporation (KPC), today announced that they have signed the JointVenture Formation Agreement and other key definitive agreementsregarding the formation of K-Dow ...
AAE Systems, Inc. awarded contract to expand banking network in Iraq
Dec 02, 2008 ... AAE Systems, Inc. (AAE), a satellite-based equipment manufacturerand turnkey communication solutions provider, announced that a newcontract has been awarded with an existing customer to add terminalsto a banking network in Iraq. The turnkey communications networkwas originally designed ...
SAP and Business Objects Market Leader in Two Major Segments of Enterprise Performance Management
Dec 02, 2008 ... SAP and Business Objects Market Leader in Two Major Segments ofEnterprise Performance Management According to IDC Report, SAP is Market Share Leader inPerformance Management Applications; Business Objects in PerformanceManagement Tools SAP (NYSE: SAP) and Business Objects, ...
Etihad relief jets fly 1,000 brits from Thailand
Dec 02, 2008 ... Etihad relief jets fly 1,000 brits from Thailand Etihad Airways is to operate its fifth special flight today(Tuesday 2 December) from Thailand to help British travellersstranded since last week's civil unrest shut Bangkok airport withthe carrier set to fly twice a day from ...
CGGVeritas Announces Award for Advanced 3D Seismic Acquisition in Venezuela
Dec 02, 2008 ... CGGVeritas Announces Award for Advanced 3D Seismic Acquisition inVenezuela CGGVeritas (ISIN: 0000120164 NYSE: CGV) has been awarded agroundbreaking land 3D seismic survey by PDVSA, for the largestprogram recorded to-date in Venezuela. The project, valued at $100million, will ...
Celebrate Eid Al Adha at the "Safir" Marina Hotel Kuwait
Dec 02, 2008 ... Celebrate Eid Al Adha at the "Safir" Marina Hotel Kuwait A fun filled entertaining Kid's Club Program launched in thespirit of Eid With the onset of Eid, The "Safir" Marina Hotel Kuwait extendsits warmest wishes and greetings to all its guests by presentingexciting Eid offers ...
Glitz and Glamour at Kempinski Hotel Ajman
Dec 02, 2008 ... Glitz and Glamour at Kempinski Hotel Ajman End the year in style with Kempinski Hotel Ajman's grandCelebrate! festivities to welcome the New Year. Timeless elegance ofBlack and White is the special theme for this highly anticipatedevent; the night sky will be brightened by the ...
Etihad relief jets from Thailand fly 2,000 people
Dec 02, 2008 ... Etihad relief jets from Thailand fly 2,000 people Etihad Airways is to operate its fifth special flight today(Tuesday 2 December) from Thailand to help travellers stranded sincelast week's civil unrest closed Bangkok airport with the carrier setto fly twice a day from ...
National Paints Colors "EGYCOAT 2008" Exhibition for Paints and Chemicals
Dec 02, 2008 ... National Paints Colors "EGYCOAT 2008" Exhibition for Paints andChemicals Beautifying the Fields of Interior Design, Automotive Paint andChemical Paints Stemming from its objective oriented interest in displaying itslatest products and innovations in the Egyptian and Arabic ...
Over 29,000 households share ADSL subscriptions in Jordan
Dec 02, 2008 ... Over 29,000 households share ADSL subscriptions in Jordan: Thepercentage of Jordanian households connected to ADSL is 11.7% oftotal households.The new Arab Advisors' survey of Jordan's Internetusers also revealed that WiMAX operators had an 8.3% share ofresidential broadband Internet ...
BNP Paribas the lead sponsor for the 2nd Annual Fund Forum Middle East
Dec 02, 2008 ... BNP Paribas the lead sponsor for the 2nd Annual Fund Forum MiddleEast For the second consecutive year, BNP Paribas has shown itssupport for the growing funds management and securities servicesindustry in the Gulf countries by acting as lead sponsor at theMiddle East's annual Fund ...
Oil Market and Budget Developments
Dec 02, 2008 ... Oil Market and Budget DevelopmentsKEC falls below $40 as globalfinancial crisis hits the real economy Kuwait budget should remainin surplus this yearIn its latest economic brief on the oil marketand budget developments, NBK reports that the price of Kuwait ExportCrude (KEC) continued its ...
Microsoft Launches Office Home & Student Campaign
Dec 02, 2008 ... Microsoft Launches Office Home & Student Campaign A special package tailored to suit the needs of students Microsoft has kicked off its Office Home & Student campaign,providing students with the opportunity to receive special offers onPCs, preinstalled with Windows Vista, ...
Dubai World 'Leaders' join Dubai Autism Center children to celebrate National Day
Dec 02, 2008 ... Dubai World 'Leaders' join Dubai Autism Center children tocelebrate National Day Under the vision of the Rad Al Jameel program, an initiative bythe Dubai World Leadership Center to raise awareness and prepareleaders for strategic creativity and affirmative change in society,a ...
EU, Egypt to boost energy cooperation
Dec 02, 2008 ... The European Commission and Egypt signed today in Brussels aMemorandum of Understanding to enhance EU-Egypt energy cooperation.The areas covered by the Memorandum are, among others, energy marketreforms and convergence of Egypt's energy market with that of theEU, promotion of renewable ...
Intercontinental hotels group (IHG) signs exclusive agreement to develop first resort in Oman's coastal town of Duqum
Dec 02, 2008 ... Intercontinental hotels group (IHG) signs exclusive agreement todevelop first resort in Oman's coastal town of Duqum OMRAN, the Government of Oman's tourism & development executivearm, and IHG have announced the signing of an agreement to developCrowne Plaza Duqum Resort, the ...
Grand Final 9mm Pistol Shooting Competition 2008
Dec 02, 2008 ... Grand Final 9mm Pistol Shooting Competition 2008Competition willbe held at Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club on December 6 The winners of the Grand Final 9mm Pistol Shooting Competition2008 organized by the Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club will receive twobrand new Toyota FJ Cruisers and ...
Al Rai Media Group to report KD5.0 Million in operating earnings in 2008
Dec 02, 2008 ... Al Rai Media Group to report KD5.0 Million in operating earningsin 2008; GulfMerger Advises on Landmark Financial Restructuring Al Rai Media Group announced today the 100% acquisition ofPublisher Printing Press Company WLL for KD48.5 million and the saleof 100% of Al Rai Television ...
Montblanc displays unique pen with UAE flag to mark 37th national day
Dec 02, 2008 ... Montblanc displays unique pen with UAE flag to mark 37th nationalday Red, green, white & black diamond embellished pen targetspatriots Luxury goods manufacturer Montblanc, globally recognized for itsclassic timepieces, jewelry, leather goods and writing instrumentshas put ...
Real Estate back on track
Dec 02, 2008 ... Real Estate back on track Global Investment House Kuwait Lebanon Economic and StrategicOutlook Real Estate sector-Due to the geopolitical reasons,Lebanon's real estate and construction sector have been hit hard,resulting in destroyed buildings, construction put on hold and ...
Tourism starting to look up
Dec 02, 2008 ... Tourism starting to look up Global Investment House Kuwait Lebanon Economic and StrategicOutlook Economic Report Lebanon has always been known for beingone of the idealistic places for tourism. However in early 2000 andonwards things started to shape up in Lebanon and tourism ...
Leviton Showcases Industry Leading Cabling Solutions at Dubai DCD
Dec 02, 2008 ... Leviton Showcases Industry Leading Cabling Solutions at DubaiDCDNorth America's leading electrical and electronic wiring devicemanufacturer promotes green products and demonstrates the latest incabling technology at Dubai DatacentreDynamics Leviton Middle East, a subsidiary of ...
UAE partners international efforts to boost economic growth of developing nations: Al Mansouri
Dec 02, 2008 ... UAE partners international efforts to boost economic growth ofdeveloping nations: Al Mansouri His Excellency Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economyand Head of the UAE delegation to the Qatar Summit for FinancingDevelopment, stressed that the UAE will continue partnering ...
Penetrating new market segments by offering differentiated services
Dec 02, 2008 ... Penetrating new market segments by offering differentiatedservices Majan telecommunication unveils new brand identity 'renna' With the much anticipated announcement of the first MobileResellers last week by Oman Mobile, Majan Telecommunication unveiledits new brand identity ...
Market Capitalization Erosion
Dec 02, 2008 ... Market Capitalization Erosion MENA Market Commentary- Continuing with our discussion on thestock market erosion in MENA, the market cap of the MENA stockmarket went down by as much as 47% YTD as on 25th Nov'08, making theregion one of the worst performer globally despite high ...
2 million jd ready mix, brick & interlock tile factory to be established in the "industrial park" of the ma'an development area
Dec 02, 2008 ... 2 million jd ready mix, brick & interlock tile factory to beestablished in the "industrial park" of the ma'an development area In another pioneer move to expand Ma'an Development Company'sinvestment portfolio and to further cultivate the Industrial Parkand stimulate economic and ...