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Euducation and ICT at BETT's Middle East debut
The debut BETT Middle East at Adu Dhabi's National Exhibition Centre will feature over 200 exhibitors showcasing a world of educational ICT solutions and is expected to attract educational professionals across the region looking for the latest innovations. Phil Blizzard previews the event.
Abu Dhabi Conference delivers the vision
The 2010 Abu Dhabi Conference looks at the the delivery of the Abu Dhabi 2030 plan, with the governemnt and private sectors coming to together. Phil Blizzard in Abu Dubai sends this report which features H.E. Mohammed Omar Abdullah, Undersecretary, Dept of Economic Development, H.E. Ahmed Mohamammed Al Sharif, Undersecretary, Dept of Municipal Affairs and Declan Hegarty, MD & Head of Business, Abu Dhabi, HSBC Middle East Ltd.
DNATA at the Business Travel Show Middle East
Phil Blizzard talks with Ailsa Pollard, VP, Business Development, DNATA about their focus at the Business Travel Show, Dubai and how corporate travel organisers can benefit by attending. DNATA is a founding member of the show.
Gitex Day 2 - TRA and RIM, GE-Satcom and du form partnerships and the Blackberry Torch 9800
A daily round up from Phil Blizzard of the key stories from Gitex 2010. In this edition news of a strategic partnership formed by TRA, RIM, Etisalat and Du, also an agreement between GE - Satcom and Du, plus some new product launches.
Cloud computing amongst the latest trends as Gitex opens
Mobile applications and cloud computing are some of the new IT sectors being featured at Gitex 2010. This premier show celebrates its 30th anniversary and opens in Dubai reflecting the latest trends in ICT. Phil Blizzard reports from the Dubai World Trade Centre on the show which is expected to attract over 130,000 visitors.
30th Anniversary of Gitex set to open in Dubai
Phil Blizzard previews the 30th Gitex Technology Week and its new features which include sections dedicated to new trends such as cloud computing and mobile applications. Gitex is held at the Dubai Trade Centre has grown from its debut show in 1981, which had just 46 exhibitors and 3,000 visitors, to become one of the world's top three ICT events.
Dubai International Jewellery Week a glittering event
The 15th Dubai International Jewellery Week will show off a glittering range of precious gems, contemporary and traditional jewellery. Phil Blizzard talks to Khush Kazmi, Project Manager about the show which has attracted over 300 exhibitors from 27 countries to the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Sharjah Expo Centre gears up for busy season
Ahead of the Mideast Watch and Jewellery Show, Saif Mohammed Al Midfa, DG, Expo Centre Sharjah spoke to Phil Blizzard about the growth of shows in the emirate and their importance to Sharjah from both a trade and tourism perspective. They also preview the 10th International Auto Show and the regions largest book show.
Business Travel Show, Dubai is set for growth
The Business Travel Show to be held in Dubai, October 2010 is a key event for those involved in corporate and business travel. Phil Blizzard in this preview talks to the show director Paul Grinnall about the seminars, the travel organisations which will participate in the exhibition and how companies can streamline their business travel accounts.
10th World Free Trade Zone Convention goes to RAK
The tenth World Free Zone Convention will be hosted by the Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone Authority as it also celebrates its tenth anniversary of operations. Phil Blizard talks to Oussama El Omari, CEO, RAK FTZ on the importance of the convention and how the RAK FTZ is growing. The event will be held on November 2 & 3 at Al Hamra Convention Centre in RAK.
MEBA 2010 looking skyhigh with significant growth
The Middle East Business Aviation show, which takes place during December at the Dubai Airport Expo, is expected to see significant growth. Alison Weller, MD, F&E Aerospace talks to Phil Blizzard about the show and the significant bookings and reservations taken at the recently held European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva.
Arabian World Construction Summit debates regional growth
The Arabian World Construction Summit in Abu Dhabi has attracted industry leaders to discuss the region growth potential, along with issues like reducing profit margins and cash flow. In this report Phil Blizzard talks to industry experts from Arabtec, MEED Insight and Saudi Oger.
AHIC to unlock investment opportunities
Jonathan Worsley, Chairman, Bench Events, co-organisers with MEED Events, provides a preview of the key topics to be discussed at this years Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC), Dubai. Phil Blizzard looks at the conference which has the theme of "Unlocking Investment Opportunities in the Middle East and North Africa".
10th Airport Show opens in Dubai
With an estimated $65bn investment programme to build and refurbish airports in the Mena region the Airport Show, Dubai is a showcase for suppliers and providers. Phil Blizzard reports on the show held at the Dubai Airport Expo.
MICE tourism upbeat at GIBTM Abu Dhabi
The Gulf Incentive Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition (GIBTM), Abu Dhabi, has the largest gathering of MICE professionals in the region. Phil Blizzard reports on the event, with the mood of this travel & tourism sector being voiced by Movenpick Hotels & Resorts, Rotana Hotels and also the new destination management group The Vision.
