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Superbus could offer 250kph commute from Dubai to Abu Dhabi
Carrying 23 passengers at 250kph on a dedicated speed track the Superbus could take passengers from Dubai to Abu Dhabi in a fraction of the time, than the present daily commute. Chief designer Dr Antonia Terzi, Delft University of Technology, Holland talks to Phil Blizzard about the project of this green 'bus' which has more similarities to a high speed train.
Westport Yachts sail into Dubai
Florida based Westport Yachts made the long journey to the Dubai International Boat because of it's importance on the yachting calendar and the good sailing available, especially in Oman and Yemen. Philip Purcell, VP, Westport Yachts talks to Phil Blizzard about the business potential and the full service offered to customers.
Bahrain yacht group sail into the Dubai International Boatshow
The 19th edition of the Dubai International Boat Show has attracted boat and yacht manufacturers from across the gulf region and beyond. Phil Blizzard talks to one exhibitor from Bahrain about their participation at this major event.
FIFA World Cup 2022 a catalyst for infrastructure spending
Qatar's winning bid for the FIFA World Cup 2022 will act as a catalyst for infrastructure spending according to George Nasra, MD, IBQ. Talking to Phil Blizzard at Meed's Qatar Projects 2011 conference the managing director of the International Bank of Qatar says this will be the 'Mother of all economic booms'.
Qatar Projects 2011 conference report from Doha
The project industry in the State of Qatar is set for a boom driven by 2030 Vision plans and the boost achieved from winning the bid to host the 2012 FIFA World Cup. The Qatar Projects 2011 conference, by MEED, resulted in over 600 delegates attending to gain an insight into the projects and their pipeline, as Phil Blizzard reports from Doha.
Emirates and Oman Air sign with Lufthansa Technik at MRO, Dubai
Outsourcing of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) by leading airlines in the region continues as fleets expand. AT MRO Middle East both Emirates and Oman Air both signed agreements for various aspects of MRO with leading provider Lufthansa Technik. Phil Blizzard talks to Walter Heerdt, Snr VP, Marketing & Sales, Lufthansa Technik about the nature of the services to be provided, along with the importance of the Middle East market.
Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies a major MRO provider
Aircraft operators in the region and beyond avail of the MRO services provided Abu Dhabi Aircraft Technologies as their CEO Jeremy Chan explains to Phil Blizzard at the MRO Middle East event held in Dubai. He say's they are looking to strong growth as the aviation industry in this region continues to expand.
Boeing offers gold service at MRO Middle East
Airline expansion is creating demands on operators to keep their fleet in the air and less time on the ground and that requires an efficient Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul(MRO) industry to support the carriers. Darrell Hokuf, Manager, Positioning & Promotions Commercial Airplanes, Boeing talks to Phil Blizzard at MRO Middle East, Dubai and about the changing landscape in this industry sector.
Aircraft MRO sector growth in Middle East
As the aviation industry in the Middle East, and the Gulf region in particular, see dramatic growth the demands on the maintenance, repair and overall of aircraft fleets has grown proportionally. The MRO Conference & Exhibition at Dubai Airport Expo is aimed at professionals in this aviation sector as Phil Blizzard reports in this interview with Alison Weller, MD, F&E Aerospace.
Dassault full range range of Falcon biz jets seen at MEBA
The full range of Falcon jets from Dassault Aviation were on display at MEBA Dubai led by the best-selling Falcon 7X, along with the Falcon 2000LX and Falcon 900DX. Phil Blizzard spoke with Olivier Villa, Senior VP, Civil Aircraft, Dassault Aviation Business about the line up of jets and their strong sales in the region.
Bombardier Aerospace at MEBA, Dubai
At the Middle East Business Aviation show in Dubai Phil Blizzard spoke with Bob Horner, Snr VP, Sales, Bombardier Business Aircraft, about their range of business jets, including the new Global 7000 and 8000 models and also the support they offer customers in the region with Leartjet, Challenger and Global aircraft.
Abu Dhabi International Motorshow opens
The 13th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Motorshow opens with major manufacturers displaying their latest models, interactive attractions for visitors and a World Indoor Land Record Attempt. Phil Blizzard previews the show which takes place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre with Peter McConnell, Show Director, Reed Exhibitions Middle East
MEBA Association ready for Biz Jet Show
The Middle East Business Aviation Association has seen membership soar sky high since it's formation in 2006. On the eve of MEBA 2010 Phil Blizzard talks to Founding Chairman Ali Ahmed Al Naqbi about the aims of the organisation, the profile of its associates and the biz jet show in Dubai.
MEBA Biz Jets to soar skywards with 40% growth
The business aviation focused show MEBA looks to soar skywards with a 40% increase in participants when it opens on December 7th at Dubai's Airport Expo. Phil Blizzard talks to Alison Weller, MD, F&E Aerospace, organisers of the show on behalf of the Middle East Business Aviation Association.
World land speed record holder to speak at BETT, Abu Dhabi
Special guest speaker at the debut BETT Middle East in Abu Dhabi will be Richard Noble, OBE, the holder of the land speed record between 1983 and 1997. He will be talking about the Bloodhound Project designed to inspire children to study STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics. In this feature Phil Blizzard talks to Richard about his record breaking experiences.
