Albawaba.com back issues from May 2008:
Minister of Economy H.E Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansouri leads UAE delegates to 4th World Islamic Economic Forum.
May 01, 2008 ... A UAE delegation headed by H.E. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy (MoE), is participating in the fourth World Islamic Economic Forum which opened yesterday (Tuesday, April 29, 2008) in Kuwait City and will continue until May 1, 2008. The delegation also includes H.E. Khaled ...
The Convention of the Ordinary & Extraordinary General Assembly Meeting of Al Wifaq Finance Company.(Al Wifaq Finance Company)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... Al Wifaq Finance Company's Shareholders convened the ordinary and extraordinary General Assembly Meeting on 30thApril 2008. The meeting was presided over by H.H. Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan and attended by members of Board of Directors and shareholders in addition to the members of ...
four seasons continues to bring service excellence to the middle east.
May 01, 2008 ... Opening hotels that combine the very best in quality with an exceptional level of service has been a key part of the vision that Four Seasons has brought to the Middle East since opening its first hotel in Cairo in 2000. That single minded focus on excellence has led to the company's ...
UAE National Transport Authority signs MOU with Dubai Maritime City Authority to establish ship & yacht licensing bureaus.
May 01, 2008 ... The UAE Transport Authority (NTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Maritime City Authority, the world's first purpose-built maritime centre and a member of the Dubai World Group of companies, to open licensing and registration bureaus for commercial ships, yachts ...
ceramic tiles market to reach over 102 billion square feet.(Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre)
May 01, 2008 ... The global market for ceramic tiles is projected to reach over 102 billion square feet by 2010. Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and the Middle East with a double-digit combined annual growth rate of almost 12% are projected to emerge as the fastest growing regions for ceramic tiles ...
Brazilian state Governor, Jafza discuss strengthening commercial cooperation.
May 01, 2008 ... Matters of mutual interest and further expansion of commercial relations between Dubai and Brazil were discussed at a high-level meeting between Jafza officials and HE Jaques Wagner, the Governor of Bahia state of Brazil recently during his visit to Dubai.The Governor was here at the head ...
Bonyan Group sponsors 10 aviation students from Dubai Men's College to visit Deutsche Lufthansa in Germany.
May 01, 2008 ... Bonyan International Investments Group has announced that it will be sponsoring 10 aviation technology students from the Dubai Men's College (DMC) to visit Deutsche Lufthansa, the world-renowned European aircraft manufacturer, in its main hub in Hamburg, Germany. The developer formalized ...
Algebra Capital to Sub-advise New MENA Fund.
May 01, 2008 ... for Japanese Investors with Franklin Templeton Investments Algebra Capital today announced that it has been appointed to sub-advise the newly launched Franklin Middle East and North Africa Fund, which is managed by Franklin Advisers, Inc. The Fund is available to Japanese ...
Mashreq 1st quarter results demonstrate strong growth.(Mashreqbank Group )(Financial report)
May 01, 2008 ... Mashreqbank Group announced the first quarter results of 2008 at AED 465.3 million, recording a growth of 4.5% over AED 445 million for the same period last year. Starting the year with impressive figures, total assets reached AED 94.1 billion, up 52.6% from AED 61.7 billion last year ....
Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum to present Mohamed Alabbar with Leadership Award.
May 01, 2008 ... His Highness, Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President, Dubai's Department of Civil Aviation and Chairman & CEO, Emirates Group, is set to present Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman, Emaar Properties with the AHIC 2008 Leadership Award at the fourth Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (on May 4 ...
UAE Ministry of Economy: UAE cement plants committed to fixed prices.
May 01, 2008 ... H.E. Mohammed Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Alshihhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, affirmed yesterday (Tuesday, April 29, 2008) that cement plants across the country have pledged their commitment to maintaining cement prices at AED 17 per bag. H.E. Alshihhi clarfied in a ...
Arab Bank Group posts $ 295.0 m pre-tax profit in Q1.(Financial report)
May 01, 2008 ... Arab Bank Group's profits before taxes and provisions went up in the first quarter of 2008 to $ 295.0 million, compared with $ 234.1 million in same period in 2007, with a growth rate of 26.0 %. Net profit, meanwhile, rose to $ 232.8 million in the same period, compared to the ...
His Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Majed visits KAEC.(King Abdullah Economic City)
May 01, 2008 ... Prince of Al Madinah Province His Highness Prince Abdulaziz Bin Majed Bin Abdulaziz, today, visited King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), the single largest private sector project developed by Emaar, The Economic City (Emaar.E.C). H.E. Amr Bin Abdullah Al-Dabbagh, Governor, Saudi ...
United Arab Investors Company & Arab Corp Acquire 36.3% of the Union Bank Shares Financed through BLOM Bank.(United Arab Investors Co.)
May 01, 2008 ... Aligned with its ongoing plans to expand both the scope and the nature of its investments, the United Arab Investors Company (UAIC) along with Arab Corp, recently announced the acquisition of 25.58% of the Union Bank's shares. This acquisition is a result of a consortium formed between ...
Refined design embodies a sporty and dynamic style.(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... Suzuki Saudia, the sole distributor of Suzuki vehicles in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and part of Bamarouf Group, has confirmed that the solid market performance of its Suzuki Swift compact is contributing to its growing appeal as an enjoyable vehicle across all automobile categories where ...
UAE Ministry of Economy: UAE cement plants committed to fixed prices.
May 01, 2008 ... Mohammed Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Alshihhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, affirmed on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 that cement plants across the country have pledged their commitment to maintaining cement prices at AED 17 per bag. Alshihhi clarfied in a press statement that rumors about ...
Historical records and improved visuals help organizations assess utilization and impact analysis.(iTRACS Corporation)
May 01, 2008 ... iTRACS Corporation, a leader in infrastructure management solutions, has announced the release of iTRACS Physical Layer Manager 9.0, which allows existing and new customers to better understand their closets or data centre and the impact of changes to their infrastructure. iTRACS Physical ...
Dubai-Lyon chambers enter new partnership deal.
May 01, 2008 ... HE Eng Hamad Buamim, Director General, Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and HE Guy Mathiolon, Chairman, Lyon Chamber of Commerce and Industry, signed an Agreement of Cooperation during the visit of the French delegation to Dubai Chamber on Wednesday. The meeting, seen as a means of ...
etihad achieves e-ticket target one month early.
May 01, 2008 ... Etihad Airways has comfortably met the 1 June deadline, set by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), for paper tickets to be scrapped. The Abu Dhabi-based airline offers e-tickets, the electronic document that has replaced conventional tickets, across the entirety ...
Ajman unveils AED 220 billion coastal city.
May 01, 2008 ... Ajman today held a VIP groundbreaking ceremony for an AED 220 billion real estate initiative aimed at developing the emirate's coastline into a sustainable residential, business and leisure community. Named Al Zorah, the new city will be developed by the Al Zorah Development Company, a ...
Cray and Intel COLLABORATE to Develop Future Supercomputing Technologies.
May 01, 2008 ... Cray Inc. (Nasdaq GM: CRAY) and Intel Corporation announced today they signed a multi-year agreement to advance high-performance computing (HPC) on Intel microprocessors while delivering broad new Intel and Cray technologies in future Cray server systems. The collaboration of these two ...
PALME pilots launch of world's first 'green' digital billboard.
May 01, 2008 ... Barco - world leader in display solutions unveils environmentally friendly outdoor display with sustainable components & minimum power consumption at professional AV exhibition Barco, a world leader in visualisation and display solutions, has announced the launch of its new ...
Oracle Announces Financial Services Global Leadership Summit.
May 01, 2008 ... Oracle today announced that it will host a Financial Services Global Leadership Summit, May 7-9, 2008, at the InterContinental Hotel in Athens, Greece.The summit will provide financial services industry professionals an opportunity to network with, and learn from, respected thought leaders ...
HP Unveils Imaging and Printing Devices, Solutions and Services for Enterprises.
May 01, 2008 ... HP today announced a broad expansion of its imaging and printing portfolio for large businesses. The company's latest offerings help enterprises manage, secure and simplify their imaging and printing environments and improve workflows to reduce costs and enhance productivity. ...
Global values Hikma stock at GBP5.47 and maintains a 'BUY' on the stock.(Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC)(Financial report)
May 01, 2008 ... Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC (Hikma) recorded another year of good growth in 2007. Total revenue in 2007 increased by 41.6% to reach US$448.8mn, up from US$317.0mn in 2006. In 2007, 44.3% of revenue was generated by Branded business, 27.7% of revenue was generated by Generic business and ...
DHL solutions in the limelight again at Dubai Quality Awards.
May 01, 2008 ... DHL Express, the world's leading express and logistics services provider, was presented today with a Certificate of Appreciation at the Dubai Quality Awards. The award was given to DHL as a result of its commitment towards developing and consistently improving robust processes to maintain ...
shaaban geared up for italian job - Arab driver aims to move up F3 Euro ladder as Mäki looks to build on flying start.
May 01, 2008 ... The F3 Euro Series has returned to disturb the normal tranquility of a corner of Tuscany this weekend, with Arab driver Basil Shaaban aiming for a result to match his early season promise. Shaaban goes back into action in his Shell Dallara Mercedes over the demanding Mugello ...
Air Miles partners with Hampstead and Mayfair.
May 01, 2008 ... Building on its strong regional positioning of being the Middle East's leading multi-participant loyalty programme, Air Miles has partnered with Hampstead and Mayfair, a leading boutique property investment company based out of the UK. "Given the UAE's spectacular growth in its ...
AIESEC Organizes Entrepreneurship Seminar for UAE Students.
May 01, 2008 ... AIESEC, the world's largest student organization, today announced that they are organizing 'The Second AIESEC Dubai Entrepreneurship Seminar' on May 3rd, 2008, which will take place at the American University of Sharjah (main auditorium) from 9 am to 5 pm. The event will feature keynote ...
Nidal Al Ahmadyeh claims Haifa's lawyer threatened her.
May 04, 2008 ... The dispute between the famous Lebanese singer Haifa Wahbe and Lebanese singer Rula Saed, her manager Karim Abi Yaghi and Nidal Al Ahmadyeh, a Jaras satellite channel employee, continue. Rula has declined to comment on the matter, since she has been consumed by the death of her ...
Diana Karazon turns to acting.(Brief article)
May 04, 2008 ... Jordanian singer Diana Karazon, the winner of the first season of the talent show "Superstar," is getting ready to enter the world of acting. According to the London daily Elaph, Diana will star in the new television drama series "Mukhalafat Al Zawabe Al Akhirah" that is ...
Jerash Festival comes to an end.
May 04, 2008 ... The Jordanian Prime Minister decided on cancelling the popular Jerash Festival which was held on yearly bases in the middle of the summer, and was known for combining some of the most prominent Arab and western singers and performers. The Jerash Festival will be replaced with a ...
Ruby records new song.
May 04, 2008 ... Egyptian controversial singer Ruby is getting ready to record a new song to include in her upcoming album, yet no date has been set to have it released. Poet Muhammad Atef said that the famous singer chose one of the songs that he wrote to include in her album and the song is called "Mish ...
Deutsche Post World Net starts global climate protection program GoGreen.
May 04, 2008 ... Deutsche Post World Net, the parent company to DHL, aims to reduce its carbon footprint for every letter mailed, every container shipped and every square meter of warehouse space used by 30 percent by the year 2020. With this target, the No. 1 global logistics company is the ...
Dubai Chamber to Host 100-Member China Delegation at HangZhou-Dubai Economic Cooperation Forum.
May 04, 2008 ... A 100-member delegation from the Chinese city of HangZhou will visit Dubai to meet with top tier government and business leaders of Dubai at the 'HangZhou-Dubai Economic Cooperation Forum'. The initiative follows the recent visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, ...
From taxis to garbage trucks - on water.
May 04, 2008 ... Overwhelming response to Middle East Workboats, the region's first ever dedicated event; 50% increase forecast for 2009 Overwhelmed by reaction to the Middle East first-ever event dedicated to workboats, the organisers have announced next year's show is expected to grow by 50%, ...
Dow Appoints Emergency Services & Security (ES&S) and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) MENA Regional Head.
May 04, 2008 ... The Dow Chemical Company, a leading diversified chemical and plastics company has appointed Donald Mascarenhas head for Emergency Services & Security (ES&S) and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) Implementation process for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. ...
Indonesia Lays Out the Red Carpet for Middle Eastern Visitors.(Country overview)
May 04, 2008 ... Middle Eastern tourism is growing in such importance that at this year's Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, Indonesia's Ministry of Culture and Tourism will be using the occasion of ATM to announce the appointment of a Dubai-based tourism marketing agent to promote tourism to Indonesia ...
Paris Gallery launches Make Up For Ever Spring/Summer Look 2008.
May 04, 2008 ... "Paris Gallery", the leading luxury retailer of Al Fahim Holdings announced that they have launched the 2008 Make Up For Ever Spring/Summer Look. "Make Up For Ever" presents a look directly inspired by the runways. With these dynamic, vibrant hues, this spring's and summer's ...
m.a. kharafi group owned five star south african real estate to be operated by hyatt.
May 04, 2008 ... Affiliates of MAK Hotel Holdings, a member of the M.A. Kharafi Group, and Global Hyatt Corporation, today announced the signing of a definitive management agreement for the 100-room Hyatt Regency Oubaai, due to open in George, South Africa in early 2010. The resort will be Hyatt's second ...
Emaar Hospitality Group launches 'The Address' Hotels & Resorts, a five star premium hotel brand.(Company overview)
May 04, 2008 ... Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality & leisure business subsidiary of Emaar Properties PJSC, has revealed plans to launch and operate its own five star premium global brand of world-class hotels and resorts under the brand name, The Address Hotels & Resorts. Set to redefine the ...
DHL solutions in the limelight again at Dubai Quality Awards.
May 04, 2008 ... DHL Express, the world's leading express and logistics services provider, was presented today with a Certificate of Appreciation at the Dubai Quality Awards. The award was given to DHL as a result of its commitment towards developing and consistently improving robust processes to maintain ...
Ajman unveils AED 220 billion coastal city.
May 04, 2008 ... Ajman today held a VIP groundbreaking ceremony for an AED 220 billion real estate initiative aimed at developing the emirate's coastline into a sustainable residential, business and leisure community. Named Al Zorah, the new city will be developed by the Al Zorah Development Company, a ...
over 61,000 visit abu dhabi's 'arts of islam' exhibition - uae capital's international arts debut earns widespread acclaim.
May 04, 2008 ... The unique 'Arts of Islam: Treasures of Nasser D. Khalili' exhibition, which this week ended a three-months run at Gallery One in Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi, attracted an impressive audience of over 61,000 visitors from throughout the GCC and further afield. The exhibition, ...
American Express appoints Group Head to manage and drive its Commercial Card products and services.
May 04, 2008 ... manage and drive its Commercial Card products and services In a move to strengthen its Commercial Card (Corporate Products) business, American Express Middle East today announced the appointment of Mark Turner as Group Head Commercial Products, Middle East and North Africa. In ...
Air Arabia sees demand soar on India routes.
May 04, 2008 ... Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) in the Middle East and North Africa, announced today that its passenger average load factor [logical not]- passengers carried as a proportion of available seats - across its destination network in India stood at 94 per cent for the ...
AAA Jordan Launches New Website.(Website overview)
May 04, 2008 ... Arabian Automobile Association of Jordan, AAA Jordan, the trusted leader in roadside assistance, today announced the launch of its comprehensive state-of-the-art website in a step complementing the professionalism and outreachability of the company. Through its website, AAA ...
etihad achieves e-ticket target one month early.
May 04, 2008 ... Etihad Airways has comfortably met the 1 June deadline, set by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), for paper tickets to be scrapped. The Abu Dhabi-based airline offers e-tickets, the electronic document that has replaced conventional tickets, across the entirety ...
HP Unveils Imaging and Printing Devices, Solutions and Services for Enterprises.
May 04, 2008 ... HP today announced a broad expansion of its imaging and printing portfolio for large businesses. The company's latest offerings help enterprises manage, secure and simplify their imaging and printing environments and improve workflows to reduce costs and enhance productivity. ...
Arab driver aims to move up F3 Euro ladder as Mäki looks to build on flying start.(Basil Shaaban )
May 04, 2008 ... The F3 Euro Series has returned to disturb the normal tranquility of a corner of Tuscany this weekend, with Arab driver Basil Shaaban aiming for a result to match his early season promise. Shaaban goes back into action in his Shell Dallara Mercedes over the demanding Mugello ...
Algebra Capital to Sub-advise New MENA Fund for Japanese Investors with Franklin Templeton Investments.
May 04, 2008 ... Algebra Capital today announced that it has been appointed to sub-advise the newly launched Franklin Middle East and North Africa Fund, which is managed by Franklin Advisers, Inc. The Fund is available to Japanese investors through a fund-of-funds, locally known as "Arabian Blue" and ...
A Certification Standard Has Not Emerged In Emergency Preparedness Plans, Says The Conference Board.
May 04, 2008 ... The majority of U.S. companies have a formal, written plan for emergency preparedness, according to a report released today by The Conference Board. But a widely adopted certification standard for such plans does not exist yet. Three-quarters of the 302 senior corporate ...
Air Miles partners with Hampstead and Mayfair.
May 04, 2008 ... Building on its strong regional positioning of being the Middle East's leading multi-participant loyalty programme, Air Miles has partnered with Hampstead and Mayfair, a leading boutique property investment company based out of the UK. "Given the UAE's spectacular growth in its ...
Dubai World Chairman tours QE2, discusses refurbishment plans.
May 04, 2008 ... HE Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman Dubai World has recently visited Southampton, and toured the world-famous QE2 in between voyages. Mr. Bin Sulayem also met the captain, staff and management of the ocean liner, who are busy preparing for her final voyage to Dubai in ...
Children with special needs get valuable support from DP World - UAE and DSS.
May 04, 2008 ... Highlighting the need to support humanitarian activities and health care for children with special needs, Dubai World companies DP World's UAE Region and Dubai Security Services (DSS) presented cheques to Rashid Paediatric Therapy Center and Dubai Center for Special Needs. The ...
Local Authorities carry out anti-piracy raids against two IT resellers in Ajman in coordination with Microsoft Gulf.
May 04, 2008 ... Microsoft Gulf in collaboration with Ajman authorities has announced that it has recently conducted two raids against IT resellers who were selling products with unlicensed Microsoft software in the emirate of Ajman. Microsoft, initiating the raids in its capacity as a member of the ...
dc pro launches green buildings division.(Company overview)
May 04, 2008 ... Re-affirming its commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly practices in developing green buildings, DC PRO Engineering announced the formal launch of its Green Buildings division at the three day Climate Control Conference (C3) which was held in Dubai from the 28th till the 30th of April, ...
APC Expands KVM Switch Offering.(Company overview)
May 04, 2008 ... APC, a global leader in integrated critical power and cooling services, recently expanded its Keyboard Video Mouse (KVM) Switch offerings to include four new switches. These switches include 16-Port and 32-Port analog and digital models that feature Virtual Media and support up to eight ...
ALDAR Enters Exclusive Agreement with Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces.(Conference notes)
May 04, 2008 ... ALDAR Properties, the leading Abu Dhabi-based property developer's Hotels and Hospitality division signed an exclusive agreement with one of Asia's largest, premier international hospitality providers Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces. The agreement was signed by Mr. Paul Bell, ...
Omnia architectura - Sunny prospects for the environment - New Omnia architectura products for 2008.
May 04, 2008 ... Omnia architectura, part of the exceptionally versatile Omnia sanitary ceramics range developed by European lifestyle brand manufacturer and ceramics specialist Villeroy & Boch, responds to the current strong demand in the building sector for functional, rectangular washbasins and ...
agthia - emirates foodstuff and mineral water company pjsc holds 2008 annual general meeting (agm).
May 04, 2008 ... The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of AGTHIA, the parent company of Grand Mills for Flour & Feed, Al Ain Mineral Water and Al Ain Vegetable Processing & Canning Factory was held at 4.00pm on April 24, 2008, at the main hall of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce. The shareholders ...
'Singapore's Unique Transformation' on Display at Arabian Travel Market 2008.
May 04, 2008 ... A strong Singapore delegation is set to make its mark at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market 2008 to demonstrate the transformation of Singapore's tourism landscape. 'Singapore's Unique Transformation' - driven by a collection of strategic tourism developments and attractions - ...
New move on Islamic-compliant hotel chain.
May 04, 2008 ... Almulla Hospitality and Jasper Capital sign for real estate company to develop international chain of Cliftonwood, Adham and Wings hotels A financial real estate company is being established to develop plans for an international chain of Islamic-compliant hotels with 150 ...
As demand rises, Gulf oil majors upgrade safety.
May 04, 2008 ... Asset integrity management becoming a top priority in energy industry, says leading engineering, safety and risk consultancy ESR Technology Middle East energy majors are upgrading safety and inspection regimes as they seek to extend the life of existing facilities and plant to ...
JESS to save AED 300,000 in 'pool' savings.
May 04, 2008 ... A Dubai school is not only teaching students about man's impact on the environment but doing something about reducing its own carbon footprint - making big savings in energy costs at the same time. Energy saving measures being installed this month are forecast to cut by up to ...