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Rolls Royce Middle East market grows 26%
Torsten Muller-Otvos, CEO, Rolls Royce Motor Cars talks to Phil Blizzard about the factors driving their record breaking growth and where both the UAE and KSA fit into their global sales top 10. He also talks about the significance of their bespoke options, with Abu Dhabi boasting the highest uptake in the world.
Dubai real estate market can expect a broader based recovery
Audio: The top trends for the Dubai real estate sector are highlighted by Craig Plum, Head of Research, Jones Lang LaSalle, MENA in this edition of Property Talk. In conversation with Phil Blizzard he talks about the proposed mortgage cap and the prospects in 2013 for all sectors of the real estate market.
KPMG Pt 2 - VAT offers Middle East governments a secure revenue source
Greg Wiebe, Head of Tax, KPMG International focuses, in part 2, on indirect taxation such as Value Added Tax (VAT), which has the key benefit of offering governments a secure revenue source. He talks to Phil Blizzard on how VAT could be introduced in the GCC region, the complexity of local taxation rules and regulations for multi-nationals as they expand their business operations, particularly in developing countries.
UAE firms up to date with IT storage solutions
Audio: Storage technology in the region, particularly in the UAE, is at 'the cutting edge' with companies investing in the latest solutions. Steven Bond spoke to Andrew Calthorpe, CEO of Dubai-based IT storage firm Condo Protego, about the industry, the benefits of virtualisation, and the company's work within Dubai.
World Luxury Expo debuts at Burj Al Arab, Dubai
Audio: An impressive line-up of luxury automobiles greets visitors to the World Luxury Expo which has made its global debut at the Burj Al Arab Hotel in Dubai. Phil Blizzard joins Paul Jackson, CEO, World Luxury Group in the impressive Grand Pavilion, surrounded by an equally impressive showcase of items from world's leading luxury brands.
Just Falafel opens in Covent Garden, London
Audio: Dubai based Just Falafel has opened its first store outside of the Middle East in Covent Garden, London. Phil Blizzard joins Fadi Malas, CEO, Just Falafel to talk about their London presence and their expansion plans in the UK capital, for what is one of the fastest growing franchise operations.
KPMG Pt 1 - Key changes in personal and corporate taxation
Key changes in direct taxation around the world include significant increases in personal taxation in many countries, whilst corporate tax is still on the downward trend. Greg Wiebe, Head of Tax, KPMG International talks to Phil Blizzard about taxation trends around the world and the present immunity of the UAE to such trends. He also talks about the significance of the 50 tax treaties signed by the UAE with countries around the globe, as well of the strong oil price.
Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort re-opens after 11 month long closure
Audio: One of Dubai's most popular beach front resorts has just re-opened after being closed for 11 months. Phil Blizzard visits Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina to look at the refurbished property and talks to Stewart Selbie, GM, Mina Seyahi Complex about the new product and why it was necessary to close.
Ray Stanton, BT Global Services Pt 2 - IT Doomsday is a real possibility
Audio: The focus is on SMEs and the protection of their IT infrastructure in part two with Ray Stanton, VP Professional Services, BT Global Services. He also talks to Phil Blizzard on how the advent of Quantum computing, and along with the migration from IP4 to IP6, could lead to the entire internet system collapsing in a Doomsday scenario.
Ray Stanton, BT Global Services Pt 1 - Business resilience to cyber-attacks essential
Audio: "Resilience from cyber-attacks is essential to maintain business efficiency, wherever in the world you operate" says Ray Stanton, VP Professional Services, BT Global Services. Talking to Phil Blizzard he provides an overview of BT services in the Middle East, including their 'Prosperity' programme and looks at some of the key IT threats in this region.
TravelNews - Dreamliner woes for Qatar Airways, World Travel Awards and Trader Vic's
Audio: A round up of travel and tourism news from across the region with Phil Blizzard featuring the latest airline developments, including generator problems for Qatar Airways and their new Boeing 787 Dreamliner, aircraft deliveries for Emirates and new destinations for both airlines. Hospitality developments include the opening of the first 4 star beach front hotel in Dubai and the arrival of Trader Vic's at Dubai Festival City. Plus a round-up of regional winners at the finals of the World Travel Awards.
Jeffrey Singer, CEO, DIFC - Shifting Centre of Gravity pt 2
Audio: Jeffrey Singer, CEO, Dubai International Financial Centre continues his analysis on the "Shifting Centre of Gravity". He also talks to Phil Blizzard, at the DIFC Forum, about the impact to the region of the estimated $US4 trillions worth of infrastructure projects and the way the DIFC could be involved in the financing of these projects. He also talks about the impact on this region should the United States become energy independent, and gives an outlook on the DIFC for 2013.
Property Talk - 2012 review of Abu Dhabi real estate sector
Audio: A review of the 2012 Abu Dhabi property with Gurjit Singh, COO, Surouh who talks to Phil Blizzard about the de-cantering of various asset classes, the impact of the rent cap and end users moving from old to new stock. He highlights some of their key achievements during 2012, including The Gate Towers, Reem Island and the growth of their retail brands. He also talks about the importance to the residential sector of the on-going major projects across the UAE capital.
MEBA 2012 at Dubai World Central attracts a fleet of executive jets
Audio: The Middle East Business Aviation 2012 show has attracted exhibitors from across the world and a fleet of world class business jets. Phil Blizzard reporting from Al Maktoum International Airport at Dubai World Central, which is hosting its first major aviation event, is joined by Ali Al Naqbi, Founder, Middle East Business Aviation Association.
Jeffrey Singer, CEO, DIFC - Shifting Centre of Gravity pt 1
Audio: Jeffrey Singer, CEO, Dubai International Financial Centre gives his views on the "Shifting Centre of Gravity" and the positioning of both Dubai and The DIFC with regards the change in trade flows. He also talks to Phil Blizzard about the primary source of growth in the DIFC now coming from some of the BRIC countries.
