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High returns with Emirates NBD Sukuk Fund
Haroon Ahmed, Head of Business Development, EIS talks to Phil Blizzard at the launch of the Emirates NBD Sukuk Fund on how sukuk compares with global bonds and the possibility of double digit returns.
Equity research offer from Dubai based Daman
Daman Securities has team up with Chicago based, independent, third-party equity researcher Morningstar to provide analysis of the UAE equity markets. Keith Reid, Director, Daman Securities, talks to Phil Blizzard about the new service.
Record sales for Dubai Duty Free
Despite the economic downturn Dubai Duty Free broke all sales records on Decemebr 20th with a special promotion to celebrate it's 25th anniversary. Phil Blizzard reports on the day and talks to George Horan, Deputy GM, Dubai Duty Free about their expansion at Terminal 3.
Palm Aviation takes off with Eclipse 500
The Eclipse 500 executive jet is a 'pocket rocket' which has a range of 1000 nautical miles and an altitude ceiling of 41000ft, which according to Captain David Ovey, Operations Director, Palm Aviation, Dubai makes it ideal for this part of the world.
'Rumours untrue' says Alabbar at DIFC Week
In an interview with Phil Blizzard, at DIFC Week, H.E. Mohammed Alabbar, Member, Dubai Executive Council, strongly denies the numerous rumours circulating with regards to the financial state of the emirate. He talks about the task force set up to tackle these challenging times and the way ahead.
Nasdaq Dubai and the rebranding of DIFX
Adena Friedman, Executive VP, Corporate Strategy & Global Data Products, NASDAQ OMX Group, talks to Phil Blizzard about the implications of the rebranding of the Dubai International Financial Excange.
Bahrain the 'Switzerland of the Gulf'
Bahrain was the first Gulf state to strike oil, but with reserves low the country has been diversifying its business infrastructure. Steve Harrison, Executive Director, Business Development, Bahrain Economic Development Board, explains to Rob Jones how the kingdom is looking to emerging markets to increase investments and attract new business.
Emirates half year profits nosedive
A massive 88% drop in profits over the first half of the current financial year, despite an increase growth in passenger numbers. We hear optimistic words from Tim Clark, President, Emirates whilst Phil Blizzard takes a look at their latest figures.
One Card payment for Middle East business
ONE Card is a Middle East multi-function e-payment gateway which provides services for merchants and traders through to airlines. Rami Araj, Business Development Manager, talks to Phil Blizzard about what ONE Card offers both business and individual users.
Buildan holding at Dubai World Central
Aviation, logistics and real estate at Dubai World Central are the core areas of investment and development for Buildan Development Limited. Launched by Daman Investments PSC, a private joint stock company in Dubai, CEO, Mr Shehab Gargash talks to Phil Blizzard about the new venture.
du Celebrates Spirit of Ramadan
With the theme 'Little Things Matter' the UAE's integrated telecom operator, du, is making a commitment to community involvement, in-line with the spirit of Ramadan. Farid Faraidooni explains to Phil Blizzard the various offerings for this Holy month.
Jet Airways start Dubai routes
India's commercial airline Jet Airways is to commence services to Dubai from both Mumbai and Delhi. Phil Blizzard talks to Abraham Joseph, Snr GM, Gulf, ME&A, Jet Airways about the service passengers can expect, expansion plans, as well as government restrictions in starting the new services, and also the special fares on offer,
Emirates A380 orders delight Hamburg
With numerous urban development projects and being the third most important aviation centre in the world, with Emirates big order for the Airbus A380, the city of Hamburg is going through an evolution. Phil Blizzard spoke to Hamburg Marketing about the importance of Airbus, inward investment and their Middle East connections.
A380 audio update: Emirates A380 landing in Dubai
AME Info was given special permission to do a live telephone link during the landing of the Emirates A380 from Germany to Dubai. In our final call with Phil Blizzard he talks us through the landing, and tells us what it was like to be a passenger on board the plane.
Emirates A380 mid-flight link up
Catch up with Phil Blizzard on board the Emirates Airbus A380 over Iran, where he'll describe the latest class he's seated in, the food, hospitality and entertainment on the flight. Rob Jones reports.
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