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Optimistic forecast for EMEA hotels investment market in 2010, following static first half of year
The first half of 2010 has demonstrated that the EMEA hotel investment market is starting to pick up, with growth expected to accelerate even more in the second half of 2010 according to Jones Lang LaSalle Hotels. Transaction volume rose marginally to €1.6bn at the end of H1 2010, representing a 6% year on year increase.Today's top stories
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Aviation news »
- Lebanon to boost airport capacity
- Middle East carriers see 18% growth in June
- Emirates to add A340-500 aircraft on Tripoli route
- Egyptair eyes Africa expansion
Banking news »
- Qatar bank seeks 81% stake in UK Islamic lender
- Arab Banking Corporation posts $75m H1 profit
- Abu Dhabi's First Gulf Bank Q2 net up 2%
- Saudi lenders hike Q2 provisions for loans
Education news »
- UAE to extend Madares Al Ghad system to Grade 4
- UAE university overhauls senior management
- Georgetown starts pre-college summer programme...
- Jordan, S Korea sign $70m nuclear research...
Energy, Oil and Gas news »
- Uk firm to advise on Abu Dhabi Nuclear project
- Aramco awards contracts for Yanbu refinery
- Iran seeks to be gasoline exporter
- Qatar to spend $30bn on energy through 2014
Executive Motoring news »
- Jaguar launches recall in Middle East
- BMW sales rise 9% in Oman
- Ford Middle East sales up 31% in H1
- Nissan recalls Patrols in the UAE
Finance and Economy news »
- Kuwait gets more time to study Dar debt plan
- Dubai Investments Q2 profit drops 32%
- Bahraini investment firm shut down
- Yemen currency hits record low
Healthcare news »
- Dubai medical facilities to display licences
- Kuwait facing blood supply shortage
- New licence criteria for physicians in UAE
- Pay rise urged for Saudi doctors
Manufacturing and Industry news »
- UAE firm delays its Indonesia coal output
- Tabreed seeks share capital decrease
- Siemens to modernise Saudi Iron arc furnace
- Emirates Steel increases output by 45.4% in H1
Media and Advertising news »
- Etisalat plans video-on-demand service
- Two Arabsat satellites delivered in orbit
- EPL to be live on Mosaic TV+ in Qatar
- Emirates Airline signs StrawberryFrog
Real Estate news »
- Marina Square Units to be handed over post Ramadan
- Dubai office rents fall 17% in Q2
- Dubai's DSI wins four new contracts
- Sodic bids for land in Cairo suburb
Retail news »
- Landmark expands operations in Jordan
- Makro wholesale store opens in Egypt
- Noodle House to open in Dubai Media City
- Oman warns against Ramadan price hikes
Technology news »
- US firm to buy Dubai-based Agkha Intelli-Tec
- STME becomes IBM business partner in Middle East
- SAP unveils Arabic version of software
- Globalfoundries to test 28-nanometre tech nodes
Telecoms news »
- Jordan Telecom's H1 profit falls 10.9%
- MobiNil's Q2 income falls 29%
- UAE says it has no plans to stop Blackberry...
- Qtel to be fined over Virgin launch
Tourism and Hospitality news »
- Sharjah sees 11% more tourists in H1
- Abu Dhabi sees 16% rise in hotel guests in H1
- Swiss-Belhotel signs 3-star hotel in Dubai
- TDIC launches Bu Tinah island campaign
Transport and Logistics news »
Retail »
Dubai luxury retail market looks to turn around 2009 figures
Luxury sales in Dubai were hit hard during the downturn, as customers cut back on spending and the number of inbound tourists fell. However, while many consumers remain cautious, retailers say they are seeing improvement in the sales of high-end goods, in part because many people in the region still aspire to luxury despite the economic conditions.
Executive Views »
Mohammed bin Zaal, CEO, Al Barari pt 2
Nad al Sheba's exclusive Al Barari development in Dubai and located in a royal enclave is often referred to as the billionaire's row . Mohammed bin Zaal, CEO, Al Barari talks to Phil Blizzard about their flagship development and the development of this project, along with his views on the real estate market.
Five-Star Travel »
Dubai hotel review: Amwaj Rotana
The Amwaj Rotana, located on Jumeirah Beach Residence Walk in Dubai, opened earlier this year featuring 301 rooms and conferencing facilities. But competition in this particular area is high, with two other new properties opening this year, forcing hotels to up their game. AMEinfo.com finds out what the Amwaj Rotana has to offer.
Luxury Lifestyle »
Meydan Suite is a Dubai World Cup winner
A luxury suite in The Meydan hotel, alongside the Dubai World Cup race track at Nad al Sheba, is a top favourite for this edition of Luxury Lifestyle. Phil Blizzard, under starters orders, races around the Meydan Suite, with its subtle equine interior design elements, to capture the style of this suite at this world famous venue.
Aviation »
Emirates Aviation College students and courses soars
The Emirates Aviation College, Dubai, is stepping up it's courses and facilities in order to supply the rapidly growing aviation industry in the Middle East. Phil Blizzard talks to Dr Ahmad Al Ali, Vice Chancellor, Emirates Aviation College about the courses they offer, prospects for students and the development of the college, not only in Dubai, but overseas as well.
Gulf Tourism and Aviation »
Middle East carriers shine at Farnborough
Middle East carriers spent billions of dollars on new aircraft at the Farnborough International Airshow this week, with Emirates Airline leading the way with a huge order for Boeing 777 passenger jets.
Middle East Event News »
- » Cloisall secures Dhs112m financing for Abu Dhabi Ferrari World and Al Raha projects
- » Global IT security spending estimated to rise to $60bn, as cybercrime continues to grow
- » GE Aviation and its joint venture companies announce $10bn in deals from Middle East at 2010...
- » UAE emerging as the main hub for supply to Mena with base metal products
- » Power-Gen Middle East offers host of opportunities for industry
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Last updated: Thursday, July 29 - 2010 at 17:37 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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