The event, which celebrated the company's rich and successful history saw several of Jotun's key clients and staff come together to commemorate the progress of the company throughout the three decades.
The evening's festivities included Arabic themed food and music whilst traditional Ayala dancing entertained the guests. Several speeches were made by senior management including Mr. Erik Aaberg - Managing Director Jotun UAE, Mr. Odd Gleditsch Jr - main shareholder of Jotun A/S and Mr Arve Hermansen - General Manager.
Erik Aaberg thanked his staff for their dedication over the years and congratulated, in particular several of their long term staff who had been at the company since it opened its doors thirty years ago by presenting them with long service awards.
A traditional Arabic wall set the scene for a voyage through Jotun UAE's history, with old photographs telling the story of their humble beginnings and how they became one of the regions largest paints and coating manufacturers.
Jotun Paints celebrates 30 years in the UAE
Jotun Paints UAE recently celebrated their 30th Anniversary at an Arabic themed evening in Dubai.
- United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, May 04 - 2005 at 15:48
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| Odd Gleditsch d.y (Chairman of Jotun Group), Mr. Mirza Al Sayegh (Chairman of Jotun UAE), Mr. Arve Hermansen (General Manager), Mr. Eirik Krestensen (Area Sales Manager) |
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About Jotun PaintsFounded in 1926 in Norway, Jotun - one of the world's leading paint manufacturers established its presence in the Middle East in 1974, with Jotun UAE Ltd. Ever since, Jotun has expanded dramatically throughout the region and is the first paint manufacturer to be awarded the ISO 9001 certification. Jotun has consistently invested in state of the art factories including the recently opened plant in the Al Quoz area of Dubai, UAE - the biggest worldwide for Jotun and the Middle East.
Jotun has been at the forefront in terms of developing products specifically suited to local conditions. Three decades of experience in the Middle East region, has helped the company produce a variety of conventional and specialized coatings - each incorporating the latest technological developments while offering performance with economy - catering to the various product segments and demands of the different markets. Today, Jotun's diverse product range includes Decorative, Protective, Marine, Floor/Concrete Protection and Intumescent coatings, bearing a solid testament to the company's reputation of being truly a single source solution for clients, consultants and contractors alike.
For more information please contact:
Elizabeth Cowie / Paul Sader, G2 PR Department Tel: 04 3310331 Fax: 04 3310553
Venkat Krishnan, Regional Brand Manager, Jotun UAE Ltd: Tel: 04-3106220
Posted by Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News EditorWednesday, May 04 - 2005 at 15:48 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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