Al Bawaba back issues from March 2009:
jebel ali port focus on customer satisfaction underlined - First Port to Gain ISO Customer Complaint Handling Certification
Mar 01, 2009 ... Global marine terminal operator DP World's flagship facility,Jebel Ali Port, has become the first port in the world to achieveISO 10002:2004 certification by Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance(LRQA ) for its customer complaint handling system as part of itsongoing drive for customer ...
junior open tennis tournament
Mar 01, 2009 ... Last chance to register for the 'Lets Move Together' JuniorTennis Tournament organized by Sanofi-aventis and Al NasrLeisureland. The one month youth campaign targets all 8 to 18 yearolds in the UAE in hope ...
al islami foods ties up with sharjah coop society at gulfood
Mar 01, 2009 ... Al Islami Foods, a leading halal food producer in the region, hassigned an agreement with Sharjah Cooperative Society to set up meatshops at the Sharjah Coop retail outlets. The agreement signingceremony was held at Al Islami stand during Gulfood exhibition. "Despite global ...
Al Gharbia student envoys build culture ties with Spain
Mar 01, 2009 ... The Western Region Development Council (WRDC) the centralcoordinating body leading development and promoting opportunity inAl Gharbia, the Western Region of Abu Dhabi has announced that itis sponsoring nine students from the Higher Colleges of Technology(HCT) campuses in Madinat Zayed ...
egovernment authority of bahrain sign agreement with affno and third wave
Mar 01, 2009 ... The eGovernment Authority of Bahrain (eGA) signed an agreementwith Affno, a leading provider of e-Government solutions and ThirdWave International, Affno's Middle East partner which is based inBahrain, to manage and execute the Mobile Portal in Bahrain. TheMobile Portal will avail ...
Home grown businesses lead franchise growth
Mar 01, 2009 ... Non-retail and at-home business opportunities are set to shapethe franchise market in 2009 and beyond as entrepreneurs and brandowners look for cheaper avenues to business success, that'saccording to industry expert Sary Hamwy, CEO of Franexcel. The franchise consultant, one of ...
Team Ghantoot Claims H.H The President's Polo Cup 2009
Mar 01, 2009 ... Team Ghantoot claimed H.H The President's Polo Cup 2009, therebydefeating defending champion Team Al Ain Mineral Water by one goalon Friday, February 26. This prime event has been sponsored by AlAin Mineral Water Company (PJSC), the fully owned entity of AbuDhabi based AGTHIA Group ...
Al-Rajhi Bank's market value biggest among 18 global banks
Mar 01, 2009 ... A recent survey regarding current downturns in the market valueof 18 global and Gulf banks during the period from end of September2008 until the close of trading on Sunday 22nd of February 2009,showed that Al Rajhi Bank is ahead of all other Gulf banks in termsof market value which ...
al islami foods ties up with sharjah coop society at gulfood
Mar 01, 2009 ... Al Islami Foods, a leading halal food producer in the region, hassigned an agreement with Sharjah Cooperative Society to set up meatshops at the Sharjah Coop retail outlets. The agreement signingceremony was held at Al Islami stand during Gulfood exhibition. "Despite global ...
Jordan Ahli Bank launches "Mashrou'i" product; reaching out to 90% businesses in Jordan
Mar 01, 2009 ... Supporting Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) in the Kingdom,Jordan Ahli Bank, has launched "Mashrou'i" product as part of itsinnovative packages customized for the SME clients. "Mashrou'i" isa specialized financing program, designed to facilitate andaccelerate business operations for ...
EEG CSR Network Workshop Series 2009: Sustainable Business in the Current Economic Climate
Mar 01, 2009 ... EEG conducted its first CSR network workshop for the year with animpetus of encouraging greater corporate responsibility in thebusiness sector especially in the midst of the financial crisis. The crisis which has affected the region in various ways hasgiven a bleak economic outlook ...
Mohammed Bin Rashid Programme for Leadership Development presents fresh concepts on communication and self-management
Mar 01, 2009 ... Mohammed Bin Rashid Programme for Leadership Development(MBRPLD), an innovative leadership program designed to developnational leaders capable of promoting the sustainable development ofthe UAE, has announced that it has recently completed the inauguralsession of the new module ...
Jordan Commercial Bank establishes a special bank-assurance Unit
Mar 01, 2009 ... Jordan Commercial Bank recently established a Bank-assurance unitaiming to facilitate for its clients ; individuals or corporate awide range of insurance products. This unit comes to translate the strategic vision of the banktowards offering integrated financial solutions for its ...
Dow Chemical in the Middle East and Saudi Arabia's E.A. Juffali & Brothers Enter Fourth Decade of Joint Venture Success
Mar 01, 2009 ... Dow Chemical in the Middle East, a leading science and technologycompany, together with E.A. Juffali & Brothers (Juffali), a leadingmanufacturing, engineering, construction, distribution and servicecompany in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), are pleased tocommemorate the start of a ...
emirates money holds the year's first official board meeting
Mar 01, 2009 ... Emirates Money, has held the first Board meeting of the year.Jamal Bin Ghalaita, Chairman of Emirates Money; and Vikas Thapar,General Manager of Emirates Money, presided over the meeting. The Board meeting touched on several key issues and discussed thecompany's current and future ...
Suzuki Saudia rewards top branch managers for exceeding 2008 sales targets by more than 100 per cent
Mar 01, 2009 ... Suzuki Saudia, the sole distributor of Suzuki vehicles in theKingdom of Saudi Arabia and part of the Bamarouf Group, recentlyrewarded its best branch managers a total of SAR 100,000 for theiroutstanding sales performance in 2008. The branches of the honoreeswere able to surpass their ...
'Salon Culinaire' Draws Over 1,300 Chefs from the UAE
Mar 01, 2009 ... In its continuous efforts to support the UAE's growing foodservice and hospitality industry, Fonterra Foodservice division,represented by Chef Peter Hallmanns, was one of the judges on thepanel of this years Emirates 'Salon Culinaire' during the Gulf FoodExhibition. The four day ...
Dubai seeks to boost ties with Singapore- Jafza represents Dubai at the Dubai Means Business Commerce Seminar in Singapore
Mar 01, 2009 ... Looking to establish stronger business ties between Dubai andSingapore, Jafza's Senior Vice President of Sales, Ibrahim Al Janahiand other Jafza representatives attended the Dubai Means BusinessCommerce Seminar in Singapore recently. Commenting on the trade opportunities between ...
top international suppliers to showcase products at wellness and spa middle east 2009
Mar 01, 2009 ... Leading regional and international companies specializing inWellness and Spa products and services, will be exhibiting at theWellness and Spa Middle East exhibition, from June 7-9, 2009 at theDubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. "An ageing population of baby ...
hyatt regency brand returns to hong kong - Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Sha Tin Opens
Mar 01, 2009 ... Hyatt Hotels & Resorts has announced the return of its signatureHyatt Regency brand to Hong Kong with the opening of the 567-roomHyatt Regency Hong Kong, Sha Tin. The first international hotelbrand to open in the NewTerritories, the property featuresspectacular Tolo Harbor views, ...
Nissan celebrates accomplishments with its employees
Mar 01, 2009 ... "At Bustami & Saheb Trading Co. LTD (BSTC), we believe that it isalways a two way amongst ourselves and our fellow employees;therefore, management makes it a point to invest in human resourcesthrough enhancing skills and honoring great efforts. It goes withoutsaying, and with continuous ...
free dental check-ups for children in the uae
Mar 01, 2009 ... Under the patronage of the Ministry of Health and incollaboration with Ras Al Khaimah Dental Center, Oral-B and Crestinvite the public to Al Manar Mall in Ras Al Khaimah on Thursday 5thMarch for the 3rd Annual "Healthy Smiles Day". Healthy Smiles Dayis a community event that encourages ...
'International Property Show - Dubai 2009' witnesses substantial property deals amidst downtrend in property sector
Mar 01, 2009 ... The 'International Property Show - Dubai 2009', the biggesttransactional property exhibition in the region, has successfullyconcluded, witnessing substantial property deals struck amongdevelopers, real estate companies and investors who attended thethree-day event. Strategic Marketing & ...
Emarat Launches "Sharekni" Campaign in its Service Stations
Mar 01, 2009 ... Emarat service stations in Dubai, in cooperation with the Roadsand Transportation Authority, have started an awareness campaign toinform the public of "Sharekni" service which was launched by theRTA recently, aiming to limit traffic jams. Mr. Hussein Kazim, Manager Corporate ...
800 Postgraduate Students Enrolled at ADU
Mar 01, 2009 ... The Graduate Studies Program at ADU has witnessed a significantgrowth in enrollment this Semester. The university has received 450applications for Spring 09 Semester and 300 students were acceptedfor admission. The total number of enrolled postgraduate studentshas now reached ...
Qtel Reaches 1.8 Million Mobile Customers in Qatar
Mar 01, 2009 ... As a new era of competition dawned in Qatar's telecommunicationsector, leading company Qtel announced that it had achieved a recordhigh of more than 1.8 million mobile customers in Qatar. This rapid accumulation of new customers up from 1.5 millionannounced in November 2008 was ...
Relaxing Getaways for UAE Holiday Makers
Mar 01, 2009 ... Wales is the ideal getaway destination for a range of Middle Easttravelers looking to holiday in the countryside. The rollingpastures, rugged shoreline and mountain regions of Wales create theright setting for a relaxing vacation, away from the UAE's hecticpace of life. Wales' ...
Sharp's New Ion Generator Fights Harmful Airborne Substances with Proprietary Plasmacluster Technology for Cleaner, Healthier Air Quality
Mar 01, 2009 ... In the well-insulated homes of today, it is easy for invisible,harmful substances to build up in the air. To maintain a healthyliving environment, those harmful substances must be broken down andinactivated. The new Plasmacluster Ion generator utilizes Sharp'snewly developed, ...
Jamal Suleiman and another Egyptian drama
Mar 02, 2009 ... The Syrian actor Jamal Suleiman returns once again to theEgyptian drama in the new series called "Afrah Iblees" (TheFestivities OF the Devil), to be aired during the upcoming Ramadanseason. The new series, created by Muhammad Safa Amer, also stars theEgyptian actress Ablah Kamel, ...
Hana Turk in a new drama wearing a Hijab
Mar 02, 2009 ... The Egyptian actress Hanan Turk recently began filming a newtelevision drama series with 'City Communication Productions.' The series is called "Hanem Bint Basha" (The Lady Daughter of aGeneral). Turk is returning to television after a two-year absencesince her last drama series ...
Nicole Saba records "My dream man"
Mar 02, 2009 ... The Lebanese artist Nicole Saba just started recording her newsong called "Faris Ahlami" (My Dream Man) at music studios in Cairo.Nicole is also getting ready to film a video clip for the song inBeirut. On her acting grounds, Saba is almost done filming her scenes forthe ...
Angham's son favors Elissa over her
Mar 02, 2009 ... The Egyptian artist Angham revealed that she had received manygreat offers to star in films but has declined. Angham is soon to release a new album. During an interview on the program "Liqa Khas" (Private Meeting)aired on "Al Hayah" channel, Angham said that she will surprise ...
Despite changes Nadine Malah remains with Rotana Khalijyah
Mar 02, 2009 ... According to the London daily Elaph, at a time when there aremany changes taking place at the Rotana channel, the entertainmentshow "Saydati" (Madame), hosted by Nadine Malah is still on air. Others like the entertainment show "Ded Al Tayar" (Against theStream), hosted by Wafa Al ...
Abu Dhabi foreign trade surges 37.5 per cent to AED102.8 billion in 2008
Mar 02, 2009 ... Abu Dhabi Department of Finance (DoF), the financial arm for theGovernment, announced that the Emirate's total foreign trade for2008 increased to AED102.779 billion, posting a sharp growth of 37.5per cent over AED74 billion reported in 2007, on imports, exportsand re-exports of non-oil ...
International expert urges Kuwait to increase government expenditure to avoid impact of financial turmoil
Mar 02, 2009 ... National Bank of Kuwait (NBK), the leading bank in Kuwait andhighest rated bank in the Middle East, hosted Member of theInternational Advisory Board NBK and CEO of PIMCO Mohammed El-Erianon Sunday evening at the Arab Fund for Economic Development.The evening witnessed a big ...
Etisalat & Tata Communications introduce advanced communication services in UAE
Mar 02, 2009 ... Etisalat and Tata Communications, a leading provider of the newworld of communications and a part of the $62.5 billion Tata Group,today jointly announced the launch of enterprise network services,enabling both companies to offer a range of dedicated Ethernetservices to customers seeking ...
Full range of Shari'a-compliant financial products & services with initial US$100 million paid-up capital
Mar 02, 2009 ... The first assembly of Al-Khabeer International BSC (c), locatedin Bahrain, was held recently at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Manama. In a press release, Executive Director of Al-KhabeerInternational, Ammar Ahmed Shata revealed that the company, of whicha majority of the shareholders ...
Al Tayer motors hands over ford focus 2009 to lucky winner
Mar 02, 2009 ... Al Tayer motors hands over ford focus 2009 to lucky winner Markose Xavier became the proud owner of a 2009 Ford Focus afterwinning a 'test drive and win' draw at Al Tayer Motors, the Ford,Lincoln and Mercury importer-dealer in the UAE. Martin Penny, general manager sales, ...
Appointment Signals New Era for Emaar Industries & Investments
Mar 02, 2009 ... Appointment Signals New Era for Emaar Industries & Investments New Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mohammad Saeed Al Raqbani tofocus on further diversification within manufacturing sector Emaar Industries & Investments (EII) has announced theappointment of a new Chief Executive ...
Absolute weddings launches essential guide for brides-to-be at the Bride Show Dubai
Mar 02, 2009 ... Absolute weddings launches essential guide for brides-to-be atthe Bride Show Dubai Top tips for planning and more in The Absolute Wedding Planner,complimentary for exhibition visitors The most comprehensive guide to planning and organising a weddingin the UAE is being ...
Damas' Mother's Day pendant signifies a mom's love for her kids
Mar 02, 2009 ... Damas' Mother's Day pendant signifies a mom's love for herkidsDelight her with this unique piece and show your passion for her Damas, leading retailer of stylish watches and jewellery in theMiddle East, has launched its timeless pendant as a perfect way tocommemorate Mother's Day ...
Dubai World executives return from Global Learning Journey
Mar 02, 2009 ... Dubai World executives return from Global Learning Journey Six-day field tour takes DLP members to Singapore, Hong Kong andChina A group of 45 senior executives from various Dubai World businessunits returned recently from a six-day Global Learning Journey toSingapore, Hong ...
HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Chairman of Dubai Airport Free Zone
Mar 02, 2009 ... HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum Chairman of Dubai AirportFree Zone"Dubai Airport Free Zone contributes to increasing growthrates in Dubai and supports the country's economy""Expansioncontinues according to pre-set strategy results of the 4th quarterin 2008 indicate a promising ...
High Definition outside broadcast specialists first in UAE to use Spider Cam
Mar 02, 2009 ... High Definition outside broadcast specialists first in UAE to useSpider Cam LIVE, Abu Dhabi Media Company's wholly-owned outside broadcastsubsidiary, has become the first production company in the UAE touse the Spider Cam (or flying camera); a sophisticated mobile,robotic, ...
DAMAC Foods awarded 'Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point' certification by Det Norske Veritas
Mar 02, 2009 ... DAMAC Foods awarded 'Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point'certification by Det Norske Veritas HACCP is a system that is highly recommended by DubaiMunicipality for food and allied industries. Global LogisticServices Co. LLC, the Industrial Catering Division of DAMAC Group ...
All as one thanks Dubai for mass generosity
Mar 02, 2009 ... All as one thanks Dubai for mass generosity Children's charity, All As One, has been overwhelmed by thegenerosity of individuals and organisations in Dubai who have givenmonetary donations, clothes and toys to help the children in itsSierra Leone orphanage. Twenty filled ...
Pixel CO2 Fractional Resurfacing for Ultimate Rejuvenation
Mar 02, 2009 ... Pixel CO2 Fractional Resurfacing for Ultimate Rejuvenation The world of aesthetic medicine has made some incrediblebreakthroughs in the past in making people look rejuvenated, fresh,and youthful; The new, Pixel Co2 Fractional Resurfacing system justtook the world of Aesthetic ...
Discussing avenues of joint cooperation and exchange of expertise
Mar 02, 2009 ... Discussing avenues of joint cooperation and exchange ofexpertiseDubai Customs receives a delegation from Thai Customs Dubai Dubai Customs received Wednesday 25th Feb 2009 adelegation from Thai Customs headed by the Director General, Mr.Utid Tamwatin. The delegation was ...
A Breakthrough in Probiotics
Mar 02, 2009 ... A Breakthrough in Probiotics Nestl Research stabilizes Probiotics to allow application of thebeneficial ingredients in a wider choice of food products Nestl's Product Technology Centre at Konolfingen, Switzerland,recently announced having successfully developed a blend ...
Dubai gold securities listed on Nasdaq Dubai
Mar 02, 2009 ... Dubai gold securities listed on Nasdaq DubaiGold-backed, Shariah-compliant security to be first Exchange-Traded Commodity in theMiddle East Dubai Gold Securities (stock ticker: GOLD), an initiative ofWorld Gold Council (WGC) and the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre(DMCC), began ...
Chairman and Ambassador Evaluate
Mar 02, 2009 ... Chairman and Ambassador EvaluateFuture Collaboration Channels &Potential Joint projects H.E. Rashed Mubarak Al Hajeri, Chairman of the Department ofMunicipal Affairs (DMA), received at Department of MunicipalAffairs, Nicolaie Goia, Ambassador of Romania in the United ...
Day of fun for a group of children at Diyar al Muharraq desert camp
Mar 02, 2009 ... Day of fun for a group of children at Diyar al Muharraq desertcampMore than 40 children treated to a day of fun and games at JebelAl Doukhan desert camp Diyar Al Muharraq, one of Bahrain's biggest mixed-use residentialurban developments, treated the children from Sanabil ...
2009 desert challenge springboard for Abu Dhabi to become Asia motor sport capital, says Ben Sulayem
Mar 02, 2009 ... 2009 desert challenge springboard for Abu Dhabi to become Asiamotor sport capital, says Ben Sulayem Challenging desert route takes shape for ADTA-owned bonanzaEntries open for Abu Dhabi's premier off-road motor sport event Abu Dhabi, the largest of the seven emirates which ...
AUB's public face Ibrahim Khoury to retire from his position as director of information
Mar 02, 2009 ... AUB's public face Ibrahim Khoury to retire from his position asdirector of information The American University of Beirut announced that Ibrahim Khoury,the director of Office of Information and Public Relations, willretire from his position, after 16 years of devoted ...
"Videoclub" the first Video on Demand service in the UAE from E- Vision at CABSAT 2009
Mar 02, 2009 ... "Videoclub" the first Video on Demand service in the UAE from E-Vision at CABSAT 2009Service will have a diverse content availablein the UAE with more than 400 hours of content At the 2009 edition of the Middle East Cable, Satellite,Broadcast, and Communications Exhibition ...
France @ Cabsat 2009 in Dubai
Mar 02, 2009 ... France @ Cabsat 2009 in Dubai The UAE, a privileged economic partner for France, hosts up to250 French companies in various fields, and major broadcastequipment companies such as Alcatel-Lucent and Thomson have alreadyimportant cooperation with UAE companies. Dubai is considered to ...
LG Electronics and the Middle East Complex Celebrate Successful 20- Year Partnership
Mar 02, 2009 ... LG Electronics and the Middle East Complex Celebrate Successful20-Year PartnershipWith Solid Plans for the Future Global digital leader, LG Electronics and its business partner of20 years in Jordan, the Middle East Complex (MEC) recentlycelebrated their common achievements over ...
Millenium House introduit EARTH Abu Dhabi
Mar 02, 2009 ... Millenium House introduit EARTH Abu Dhabi L'dition limite de l'atlas universel qui ne sera plus reproduiteaura sa place l'Exposition Internationale du Livre Abu Dhabi. Millenium House, la maison d'dition australienne ayant remportdes prix internationaux, prsentera la ...
International Expert Urges Kuwait to Increase Government Expenditure to avoid the impact of Financial Turmoil
Mar 02, 2009 ... International Expert Urges Kuwait to Increase GovernmentExpenditure to avoid the impact of Financial Turmoil National Bankof Kuwait (NBK), the leading bank in Kuwait and highest rated bankin the Middle East, hosted Member of the International AdvisoryBoard NBK and CEO of PIMCO Mohammed ...
H. E. Sami Alqenzi opens Franchise Middle East exhibition
Mar 02, 2009 ... H. E. Sami Alqenzi opens Franchise Middle East exhibitionBusiness relationships to be cemented during show this week,bringing new brands to the Middle East His Excellency Sami Alqenzi, Director General of the DubaiEconomic Department, opened Franchising Middle East (FME), ...
Global Investment House Kuwait - Kuwait Stock Exchange Market
Mar 02, 2009 ... Global Investment House Kuwait - Kuwait Stock Exchange MarketPerformance For the Month of February 2009- Though we witnessedpositive movements in Kuwait market during the first few days ofFebruray-2009 with the government confirming the move to set up afund aimed at providing liquidity ...
Launch of X-Life Games Heralds New Era for U.S. Diplomacy
Mar 02, 2009 ... Launch of X-Life Games Heralds New Era for U.S. DiplomacyMobileGaming Technology Pioneers e-Diplomacy Outreach to the Middle Eastand Persian Gulf MetroStar Systems, Inc., a leader in New Mediatechnology solutions for the federal government, announced today themuch anticipated release of ...
Eros Group introduces world's first 3-Door side by side refrigerator in the UAE
Mar 02, 2009 ... Eros Group introduces world's first 3-Door side by siderefrigerator in the UAE Bring home style and convenience withHitachi's latest refrigeratorEros Group, the sole distributor ofworld-renowned brands Samsung, Hitachi & Taurus and one of theleading players in consumer electronics, ...
Millennium House brings EARTH, EARTH Concise to Abu Dhabi
Mar 02, 2009 ... Millennium House brings EARTH, EARTH Concise to Abu Dhabi Limited edition, never-to-be-repeated world atlas to be part ofAbu Dhabi International Book Fair Millennium House, the international award winning Australianpublishing company, will present its pride creation EARTH, ...
Al Salam Bank - Bahrain is the Golden Sponsor For 9th GCC Banking Conference
Mar 02, 2009 ... Al Salam Bank - Bahrain is the Golden Sponsor For 9th GCC BankingConference Al Salam Bank-Bahrain has recently announced its goldensponsorship of the upcoming 9th GCC Banking "A New Era inInternational Banking Practices: Implications for the GCC Markets." The conference is ...