DMCC appoints Concept Media to publish first annual directory

The directory will be a comprehensive guide to the precious commodities industry, and will provide a database of industry players in Dubai across the entire value chain. The first edition will be released in April 2007.

"DMCC has always worked closely with industry leaders and market players to address the needs of the rapidly growing precious commodities market in Dubai," said Ms Gaiti Rabani, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, DMCC. "This directory is yet another initiative to provide those involved in the trade with quick and easy access to relevant information. The directory aims to enable investors and business partners, locally as well as globally, to improve their business footprint by identifying suitable opportunities for possible partnerships. In addition it will also include useful information about the city of Dubai and the local market."

"We are pleased to partner with Concept Media in this strategic initiative as the company comes with a vast experience of publishing information guides," she added.

The DMCC was established with a view to facilitate the commodities market place in Dubai and the directory will act as a useful resource guide, providing information to the local and international markets. The information will be compiled under four sections - The city, The industry, The market and The members - bringing together industry information and affiliated services for gold & precious metals, diamonds & coloured gem stones, and jewellery.

"In a rapidly growing UAE economy the precious commodities sector has been faced with a need for accurate and easily accessible information. The directory fulfils this need and provides vital information. At Concept Media, we recognise the importance of such niche products which will prove to be valuable resources," said Aldrin Fernandes, CEO, Concept Group.

Concept Media and DMCC will jointly undertake several measures to promote the directory in the region. It will be available to DMCC members, trade and associations and will also be promoted and distributed extensively across the GCC and rest of the world through events, trade shows and other relevant marketing channels. The annual will be made available on CD-ROM and online to enable faster and easier access.