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Wild Guanabana Pt 2- from banking to the summit of Everest
Audio: Omar Samra, Founder & CEO, Wild Guanabana in conversation with Phil Blizzard talks about his passion for climbing and what it meant to summit Mount Everest, being the first Egyptian and the youngest Arab to conquer the world's highest peak. He also talks about his major career move, from the coporate world of banking to that of adventure tourism.
Wild Guanabana Pt 1 - Adventurous and sustainable tourism
Audio: Omar Samra, Founder & CEO, Wild Guanabana talks about sustainable and adventurous tourism with Phil Blizzard and the locations they visit and how local partners are selected. He also explains the origins of the name for his business which came about during an expedition in South America.
Qatar Tourism looks at the MICE sector for expansion
Audio: The FIFA World Cup is probably one of the largest events in the MICE sector of the travel and tourism industry and with Qatar hosting the 2022 event we speak with Abdulla Malalla Al Bader, Director, Qatar Tourism Authority. He talks to Phil Blizzard about their hotel pipeline, the range of sporting events which they host, the cultural attractions and the importance of the MICE sector.
Fadi Malas, CEO, Just Falafel CEO Pt 2 - Global objectives for 2013
Audio: "We have big objectives this year, to become global, we want to be in every single continent" say Fadi Malas, CEO, Just Falafel in conversation with Phil Blizzard. He said they are getting strong response from Brazil for future expansion and also talks about new product development and the importance of social media in their growth.
Fadi Malas, CEO, Just Falafel CEO Pt 1 - Middle East Sold Out
Audio: Executive Views with Fadi Malas, CEO, Just Falafel starts with him talking about the key elements of their business development in 2012 - a year which saw rapid expansion of their franchises across the Middle East. He also talks to Phil Blizzard about their strategy for 2013 and what it meant to him and his organisation to win a raft of SME awards.
Dubai World Central passenger flights to commence with Wizz Air pt 2
Audio: Launch airline for Passengers flights into Dubai World Central (DWC)includes European based Wizz Air and in this part Phil Blizzard speaks to Jozsef Varadi, CEO, Wizz Air their decision to use DWC rather than Dubai International Airport. He also talks about their ticketing structure, the advantages of booking early and despite being a point to point carrier they can connect UAE travellers to a substantial number of European destinations.
Dubai World Central passenger flights to commence with Wizz Air pt 1
Audio: Dubai World Central is to open to passenger flights on October 27, 2013. Launch carrier will be Wizz Air, based in Central Europe and in this part Phil Blizzard speaks to Jozsef Varadi, CEO, Wizz Air about the airline and its operations, the tough European market and their 'bold' approach with four services to Dubai.
Iraq Parliamentarian talks on oil squabbles between Kurdistan and Federal Government
Audio: "The oil squabbles between Kurdistan and Federal Government have been going on for more than two years" says H.E. Adnan Al-Janabi, Chairman, Oil & Energy Committee, Parliament, Republic of Iraq. In conversation with Phil Blizzard he makes the call for the implementation of the Oil & Gas Law, talks about their vast reserves of oil, said to be more than 300 billion barrels and their strategy for production.
Erwin Bamps, COO, Gulf Craft Pt 2 - significant growth in demand for smaller craft
Audio: Whilst the impressive looking superyachts catch the eye and media attention it is the smaller craft which is the main business of UAE manufacturer Gulf Craft. Phil Blizzard talks to Erwin Bamps, COO, Gulf Craft about the significant growth for the much smaller craft, which is the mainstay of the company which is now into its 31st year of operations.
Erwin Bamps, COO, Gulf Craft Pt 1 - Growth of the superyacht market
Audio: Phil Blizzard talks to Erwin Bamps, COO, Gulf Craft about the global demand for superyachts and how the regional market is maturing and even looking for even larger boats. He also talks about the construction of their largest yacht to date - the Majesty 155.
Mohamed Youssif, CEO, Yahlive - Growth of satellite delivered HD TV pt 2
Audio: UAE Based satellite operator Yahlive are looking at growing their bouquet of 45 HD TV channels to an 'exclusive club' of just 140 channels. Mohamed Youssif, CEO, Yahlive explains to Phil Blizzard their strategy for restricting the number of channels and also talks about their joint venture with European satellite operator SES, which he views as a collaboration of expertise.
Mohamed Youssif, CEO, Yahlive - Growth of satellite delivered HD TV pt 1
Audio: High Definition (HD) television across the Middle East is set to grow with the satellite delivery service being offered by Abu Dhabi based Yahlive, part of the Mubadala owned Yahsat. Phil Blizzard talks to Mohamed Youssif, CEO, Yahlive about the formation of Yahlive and the service it offers to broadcasters and viewers.
Dr Ulrich Bez, CEO, Aston Martin on their 100 Anniversary
Audio: The 100 year heritage of luxury brand Aston Martin is spoken about by CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez in conversation with Phil Blizzard. He talks about the importance of the Middle East market and why Dubai was chosen for spectacular event of airlifting, by helicopter, an Aston Martin Vanquish onto the helipad at Burj Al Arab.
Qatar Deputy Prime Minister talks about disappointment in Shell discovering gas
Audio: H.E. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, President, Transparency Authority, Qatar, Deputy Prime Minister, Qatar talks to Phil Blizzard on what it means to be awarded the MEED Lifetime Achievement Award. He also speaks about the highlights of his career and the news of Shell discovering gas in the 1970's and the disappointment because it was not oil. H.E. has held numerous key posts, including Minister of Energy & Industry, also Chairman, Qatar Petroleum and President of OPEC.
Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airport CEO on 2012 results and the outlook for 2013
Audio: Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports provides an overview of their achievements in 2013 with passenger numbers of 57.6 million exceeding the target of 56 million. Talking to Phil Blizzard in the newly opened Concourse A, dedicated to Emirates and their A380 aircraft, he talks about the new facility - from a design perspective through to operations. He also talks about expectations for 2013 and the development of the new Concourse D.
