Gargash Enterprises launches New Mercedes-Benz GL at a cancer charity shopping event in Saks Fifth Avenue

The exclusive shopping store and the premier motor brand have joined forces to create this stunning launch event to mark the opening of "Key to the Cure" in aid of a locally-based foundation, 'Friends of Cancer Patients'. The shopping event to be held from 17th - 20th November 2006 will be generously donating profits from sales during this lively shopping period to this foundation. This event is expected to generate in excess of Dhs 150,000.

'Friends of Cancer Patients' provides moral, financial and practical support for cancer patients and their families together with promoting relevant cancer research and widespread cancer awareness in the community. Established under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Jawaher Bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, the foundation currently relies on volunteer work and fund raising initiatives.

"Gargash Enterprises is glad to join hands with Saks Fifth Avenue to be a part of this international initiative and is strongly committed to serving the community. The hard work and dedication behind ,Friends of Cancer Patients' is an exemplar to be followed. I hope our mission to raise funds for cancer related charities will be a success"

said Richard Barber, General Manager of Gargash Enterprises.

The Mercedes-Benz GL, to be launched this evening at the Charity Shopping Event, is rarely seen in the UAE since its launch. It is the first full size luxury seven-seater SUV from the region's favourite luxury automotive brand and sets another milestone with the PRE-SAFE® safety system, a first in this market segment. The premium off-roader offers excellent handling both on and off-road, and pampers occupants with its extremely spacious accommodation and the comfort of a luxury saloon.

Richard Barber, General Manager of Gargash Enterprises, added "With its poised, assured presence, the GL-Class leaves one in no doubt about its aspirations to conquer this market segment."

The welcoming light and airy interior with its top-quality materials, double sunroof and CD changer, provides passengers with that feel-good atmosphere as only Mercedes-Benz knows how, with more than ample space for up to seven people.
The GL-Class offers superb comfort on board - whether you're just going to the nearest shopping mall with the family, cruising hundreds of kilometres to your holiday destination or negotiating rough terrain.