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Dubai Hotel Show to accommodate sectors for exhibitors
The Hotel Show, May 24th - 26th, is a one stop shop for all those involved in hospitality, from designers through to hotel operators. Phil Blizzard previews the show with Maggie Moore, Exhibition Director and looks at what can be expected this year including the new sectors, ranging from technology, which is booming, to the 'Resort Experience'.
Arabian Hotel Investment Conference faces the challenge
'The Challenge of Maintaining Growth' is the theme for this year's Arabian Hotel Investment Conference. Phil Blizzard talks to Jonathan Worsley, Chairman of The Bench, joint organisers along with MEED, about who should attend, why and what they can expect. Plus he previews the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Summit on the opening day.
Bowie brand 'Hero' at Dubai Lynx
Why was David Bowie and Heroes blasting out from the Dubai Lynx conference? Jonathan Ford, Creative Partner, Pearlfisher, UK explains as he talks about challenger and entrepreneurial brands illustrated by icons like Andy Warhol, Keith Richards and, perhaps a future icon, President Barrack Obama.
Starcom Global CEO talks 'Agency of the Future'
Embracing digital platforms is one essential aspect for the evolution of the advertising industry, along with human understanding in this uncertain world, according to Laura Desmond. Global CEO, Starcom MediaVest Group. Phil Blizzard reports from the Dubai Lynx 2009.
Dubai Lynx advertising festival
Advertising festival Dubai Lynx has received a record breaking number of entries for the awards according to Festival Director, Steve Lane, who spoke with Phil Blizzard. Listen in to find out which top speakers will be at the festival and why you should attend.
World CEO's to meet Ms Paris at Dubai Forum
The 4th World CEO Forum in Dubai has attracted industry leaders from across the globe and will see a former advisor to President Bill Clinton, alongside soul singer Mica Paris, addressing issues on how to "Survive an Economic Downturn." Phil Blizzard talks to organiser James Magee to find out more about the event.
Bouyant Dubai Boat Show 2009
Whilst the world economies are sinking the 2009 edition of the Dubai International Boat Show is afloat with new exhibitors. Phil Blizzard speaks to Saeed Harib, COO, Dubai International Marine club about the challenges of organising the regions largest marine show.
Arabian World Construction Summit
Phil Blizzard talks to a number of speakers at Meed's Arabian World Construction Summit to get their opinions on the events theme - 'Business sustainability in a challenging market'. The report features Dr David Fisher, pioneer of the rotating tower, Saudi Arabia's Zamil Group MD Khalid al Zamil and Abu Dhabi's Abdul Majeed al Fahim.
Dubai Airport Expo remains home to Dubai Airshow 2009
Alison Weller, Director Aerospace, F & E Aerospace, talks to Phil Blizzard at the debut MRO Middle East event and casualy mentions that the Dubai Airshow 2009 will not be moving to Dubai World Central. She also talks about this show dedicated to the maintenance, repair and overhaul sector.
Airshow 2009 not to fly at Dubai World Central
In a surprise u-turn 'fly past' the Dubai Airshow 2009 will not be moving to its new base at Dubai World Central. Alison Weller, Director Aerospace, Fairs & Exhibitions Aerospace, gave that startling announcement to Phil Blizzard at the debut MRO Middle East event in Dubai.
Abu Dhabi energises WFES 2009
Phil Blizzard reports on the 2nd World Future Energy Summit - it's exhibitors, speakers and some rather interesting technological developments. The summit, presented by Masdar, shines the spotlight on Abu Dhabi's commitment to a cleaner more sustainable environment.
DIFC Week focus on financial slowdown
Phil Blizzard reports on the DIFC Week and its programme of conferences, featuring global and regional financial and economic leaders, and also speaks with H.E. Mohammed Alabbar on the present economic situation.
Business jet show takes off in Dubai
The large number of business and corporate jets at the Middle East Business Aviation exhibition is indicative of the boom, across the Middle East,in this aviation sector as Phil Blizzard reports from MEBA.
Sikorsky at Dubai Helicopter Show
Sikorsky landed at the Dubai Helicopter Show with a mix of aircraft for various use, from VVIP to military operations. Jospeh Gigantelli, VP, Middle East, Turkey & Asia talks to Phil Blizzard about their helicopters and hopes the USA President Elect will re-introduce Sikorsky into his fleet.
Business jets stack-up at Dubai Expo Centre
With business aircraft 'wait listed' for a place in the static display the Middle East Business Aviation (MEBA) show is indicative of this fast growing sector of the aviation industry. Phil Blizzard previews the show with Alison Weller, Director, Aerospace, from event orgainser Fairs & Exhibitions.
