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People and regulation policies key, as Abu Dhabi implements Plan 2030, says government
Mohammed Omar Abdulla, Under Secretary, Department of Planning & Economy, Abu Dhabi talks to Phil Blizzard at the MEED Abu Dhabi Conference, about the impact of low oil prices on future projects and the way forward for the emirate as it implements its Plan 2030.
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Expenses management system from DNATA
A new system to manage personel expenses was launced by DNATA at the Business Travel Show, Dubai. Rafi Ahmed Mulla, Head of E-Commerce explains to Phil Blizzard the benefits of the system which looks at expenses across the board and not simply travel related.
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'Green' construction going strong but room for improvement remains
Despite the current financial turmoil and questions over the global construction industry, delegates at the Meed Green Buildings conference in Dubai, discussed how far developers still need to go to provide sustainable building solutions and what standards they should be following. Edward Poultney reports.
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Financial mood upbeat as markets ride tough times
Delegates from investment houses, banks and stock exchanges gathered at the Meed Captial Markets event in Dubai to discuss the progress money markets are making in the region. Despite the global economic crisis, the mood was generally upbeat, although people recognised they were in for a rough ride over the coming months. Rob Jones reports.
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Jazeera backs Sahaab Leasing venture, despite aviation turmoil
Sahaab Leasing is a new aircraft leasing company launched by partners Jazeera Airways, National Bank of Kuwait Capital and DVB Bank. Jazeera CEO Marwan Boodai tells Rob Jones why Sahaab has been started, its target markets and why he is upbeat about its chances of success despite the market turmoil in the aviation sector.
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Buildan to build at Dubai World Central
Buildan a venture capital company, launched by Daman Investments PSC, aims to to become a leading developer and investor with projects located in and around Dubai World Central. Shehab Gargash, CEO, Daman talks to Phil Blizzard about the new holding company.
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Airbus hands the A380 'keys' to Emirates
At a lively ceremony in Hamburg, Airbus officially handed Emirates its first A380, the first from its new delivery centre on the banks of the River Elba. Phil Blizzard reports on the red carpet event, as well as the announcement by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Emirates, that the airline is buying 60 more aircraft from Airbus.
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Emirates first Airbus A380 to land in Dubai
Emirates airline is to receive its first, and long awaited, Airbus A380 at a special ceremony to be held in the Hamburg facility of Airbus. The aircraft will then fly onto Dubai, with AME Info on board sending back special reports. Phil Blizzard previews the event with a special look at the worlds largest passenger aircraft.
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Emirates billion-air profit
Emirates Airline broke the $1bn profit milestone for the year ending March 31st 2008. Phil Blizzard was at the conference as the results were announced by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed al Maktoum, Chairman, Emirates Group.
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Dubai Gold Shares to be launched
A partnership between the World Gold Council and Dubai Multi Commodities Centre has been announced, along with plans to launch Shariah compliant Dubai Gold Shares. Phil Blizzard reports on the initiative and the shares which are to be traded as "GOLD".
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Emirates launches Shariah property fund
Emirates NBD Group launched an Islamic Global Property Fund today. Unlike many property funds it is traded daily, with investors buying and selling property. Rob Jones reports.
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Omniyat Investment Management to be real estate focused
Omniyat Investment Management, operating at the DIFC, is to be 100% focused on real estate. Phil Blizzard reports on the newest company in the portfolio of the Dubai based Omniyat Holdings.
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UAE and Switzerland - strong links
Trade links with the UAE, travel and sport, from a Swiss perspective, are discussed with H.E. Ambassador Mr. Wolfgang Amadeus Bruelhart of Switzerland.
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Austria and UAE trade together
H.E. Ambassador Dr Gerald Kriechhbaum of Austria talks to Phil Blizzard about the trade links between his country and the UAE, as well as their cultural and sporting connections.
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Barclays serves Dubai Tennis
Barclays haven broaden their sports sponsorship portfolio with the now Barclays Dubai Tennis Championships. Salah Tahlek, Tournament Director, explains what it means to have such a title sponsor.
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