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Cityscape, New York - Donald Trump Jnr talks Dubai
The debut Cityscape USA opened in New York, where Mike Bridge from AME Info's 'Property Talk' video show caught up with Donald Trump Jnr. They talk about America's perception of Dubai, improvement in quality of property, labour training and when to buy in the USA.
Property Talk pt 3 - Cityscape New York, Dubai and more
The audio version of Property Talk and in this part we look ahead to a busy season of shows, including Cityscape New York and Dubai, and the Worldwide Property Show, Dubai. Plus answers to some of the many emails sent in from around the globe. Send your property queries to us by emailing Phil.
Radisson SAS shoe box appeal
The 'unsung hereos' of the contruction industry will be recipients of the Ramadan shoe box organised by the Radissson SAS, Dubai Media City. Phil Blizzard spoke to Siegfried Nierhaus, GM of the hotel about this appeal, which is part of their annual Responsible Business CSR initiative.
Property Talk - Pt 2, Is Dubai Softening?
Government control within the property market, along with a possible softening of the Dubai market are discussed by Mike Bridge and Phil Blizzard. Whilst Marcus Arbourne, Head of Research, Asteco, talks about their report which indicates a 'slowing down' in the rate of rent increases. You may also watch the show in our video section.
Property Talk - Pt 1, Abu Dhabi Rising
The audio edition our August our property show where Mike Bridge and Phil Blizzard discuss the strong market in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, along with various international property issues including the U-turn on UK 'stamp duty', the flat Spanish market, investments afloat and bargains in North Cyprus. You may also watch the show in our video section.
Dubai Terminal 3 - 'A small city'
The soon to be opened Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport is, according to Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports, "a small city". With over 200 check-in counters, 90km of luggage belts, this Emirates Airline dedicated terminal 'is a state of the art' facility, as Phil Blizzard reports.
Property Talk - An Asian Perspective pt 2/2
Mike Bridge and phil Blizzard continue this edition with a brief overview of Cyprus, a look at your email questions, along with some tips on buying locally, in the UAE, during these hot summer months. Your email queries are answered and further ones may be sent to us by emailing Phil.
Property Talk - An Asian Perspective pt 1/2
Mike Bridge, Dubai Shows, joins Phil Blizzard for a lively look at the property scene, both local and international, and this time its a look at Singapore through to China.
Dubai World Central's real estate strategy
Khalid Harib bin Harib, CEO, Real Estate, Dubai World Central, talks to AME Info's Ed Poultney about how the 140sqkm development is progressing and how investor interest is being encouraged in the initial phases of the residential projects.
Dubai residential rent increases slow down
The effectiveness of the Dubai Rent Committee and less movement by residents have contributed to the slow down in rent increases, according to Marcus Arbourne, Head of Research, Consultancy & Evaluation, Asteco. Phil Blizzard talks to him about the findings of their latest report.
Dubai's rotating tower - architect Dr David Fisher pt 2/2
"We might do another one quickly in Dubai" was the response from Dr David Fisher when asked about the phenomenal interest in the Dubai Dynamic Tower. Listen in to find out where the 70 plus investors, who have registered, come from and why the architect would like to develop a 'low rise' version in Florence, Italy.
Dubai's rotating tower - architect Dr David Fisher pt 1/2
We link up, in New York, with the Italian visionary architect Dr David Fisher designer of the revolutionary Dubai Dynamic Tower. Phil Blizzard is eager to find out what happens when you step into a rotating apartment, how water and electricity is supplied to a building that moves and much more.
Palm Golden Mile, Dubai auction results
The auction of the first commercial properties on the Golden Mile, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai generated enormous interest. Piaras Moriaty, VP Sales, IFA Hotels & Resorts talks to Phil Blizzard about the auction which generated Dhs300m of sales.
Property Matters - best deals in the UAE
We look at the real estate market with property expert Mike Bridge. In this début we talk Dubai vs Abu Dhabi, and discuss which offers the better deal? The other emirates of the UAE are also featured, along with tips and advice regards the purchase of property. Email your queries on real estate to phil@ameinfo.ae, and they will be answered in future editions of the programme which can aslo be watched in our video section.
'Building Tall' in Dubai
Climatic conditions, over the top designs and labour costs all contribute to the challenges facing the construction industry, as Ed Poultney found out when he spoke with Bishoy Azmy, CEO, Al Shafar Contractors at the MEED Building Tall Conference.
