DUBAL geared up and enthusiastic to play once again its dynamic and successful role in Dubai Desert Classic

The renowned tournament on the world golf calendar, held under the patronage of HH General Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE Minister of Defence, will take place at the Emirates Golf Club from March 3-6, 2005.

"Throughout Dubai Desert Classic's history, DUBAL has been the key success factor that helped in making the tournament one of the most sought after golf events worldwide. This in turn has helped in strengthening the leading position that Dubai and the UAE enjoy as the most active hub for international sporting events in the Middle East and the world and clearly reflects DUBAL 's commitment to ensuring that Dubai and the UAE are in the forefront of international sporting arena," added Mr. Buhumaid.

"DUBAL's strategy, which is centered around providing all necessary help and support to major events and tournaments, is in line with the intuitive vision of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, The UAE Minister for Finance and Industry and Chairman of DUBAL, who is always keen on going the extra mile in ensuring and maintaining the leading status of Dubai and the UAE worldwide," explained Buhumaid.

Dubai Desert Classic, which is held annually and key-sponsored by DUBAL for the last 14 years consecutively, is now considered one of the prominent and most prestigious golf tournaments, attracting the world's top celebrities of the game.

Also in recognition of their continuous support and contributions to the overall success and accomplishments of the company, DUBAL has invited a large number of its customers and business associates from all around the world to this prestigious tournament.

"We would like to take this opportunity to personally thank our customers and business associates for their continued commitment in making DUBAL the great business success story it is today. As a token of our appreciation and gratitude for their unerring support in all of our various activities, DUBAL is delighted to announce that our business associates are being invited to this great golfing event," added Buhumaid.

DUBAL has charted an extensive entertainment program for the invited guests throughout the tournament. This will include a comprehensive site tour of the aluminium giant's premises, a desert safari and dhow cruise. There will also be a dedicated day when DUBAL's staff, customers and business associates will be invited to the DUBAL Golf Day to experience the thrill of the tournament and enjoying playing golf.

This year's Dubai Desert Classic is unique and important for DUBAL as this is being held during the company's 25th anniversary year for which the celebrations were held recently. The tournament reflects the company's continuing growth and formidable success. "In line with DUBAL's status as one of the giants in global aluminium industry, we are enthusiastic in associating ourselves with the most highly reputed events such as Dubai Desert Classic - names that are acknowledged worldwide for pioneering concepts in respective fields."