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Siemens electric mobility drive into the future with Porsche
One of the most outstanding electric cars at the World Future Energy Summit was found on the Siemens stand where they were proudly displaying a futuristic Porsche 911 Turbo. Phil Blizzard spoke to Dr Ulrich Eberl, Senior Director, Corporate Communications, Siemens AG about the direction they are taking in their drive for a cleaner and more sustainable future.
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Schneider Electric wins prestigious Zayed Future Energy Prize
Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, has won the Zayed Future Energy Prize in the category of 'Large Corporations' for their efforts and innovations in renewable energy and sustainability. At the WFES, Abu Dhabi Phil Blizzard spoke with Isabelle Malinconi, VP Campaign Management, Schneider Electric about their initiatives and what it means to win such a prestigious award.
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Sustainable Energy For All initiative launched at Abu Dhabi's WFES
UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon made a passionate 'call to action' at the WFES, Abu Dhabi to make sustainable energy available to all. Following this announcement Phil Blizzard spoke to Michael Liebreich, Spokesperson, Sec-Gen High Level Group on 'Sustainable Energy for All' for an overview of the initiative's key elements - who will benefit, how it will be implemented and the time frame involved. He also talks about the role of Bloomberg New Energy Finance of which he is Founder and Chief Executive.
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WFES opens with launch of 2012 Sustainable Energy initiative
The 5th edition of the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi with a call to action from the UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon as he launched the 2012: The International Year of Sustainable Energy for All initiative. Phil Blizzard reports on the event which is expected to attract over 26,000 attendees to the summit which has the theme of Powering Sustainable Innovations.
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WFES, Arab Health, Dubai Property Group and the Nissan Patrol line upon AME Info Broadcast
From major events like the World Future Energy Summit to Arab Health in Dubai, the AME Info Broadcast team will be out and about producing video and audio reports, and interviews, on the latest developments. This is a preview of some of the video content for the month of January.
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Emirates NBD - Economic Review 2011
"A more certain Europe is the necessary economic requirement for 2012" says Gary Dugan, Chief Investment Officer, Private Banking, Emirates NBD. The final review of 2011 looks at the key global events of the past 12 months and how they have shaped the economic environment and - in particular - the effect on private investments. Starting with the Arab Spring and moving through the year, ending with America looking more positive and Britain in isolation after the 'treaty veto' by Prime Minister David Cameron.
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Swiss Business Council Dubai and 15 years of developing relationships
The Swiss Business Council, Dubai has over the past 15 years been promoting economic, social and cultural relations between the UAE and Switzerland. Peter Harradine, President, Swiss Business Council talks to Phil Blizzard about the aims and development of the organisation, along with its future plans. He also gives an overview of its members which range from SMEs to international companies.
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Sharjah Tatweer Forum develops entrepreneurs and SMEs
The 'Inspiring and Aspiring Entrepreneurs' 2011 Conference organised by the Sharjah Tatweer Forum will encourage young people in the UAE to develop a vibrant entrepreneurial culture. Phil Blizzard talks to Jassim Al Bloushi, Chairman, Sharjah Tatweer Forum about their aims and the key aspects of the conference.
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Emirates NBD - Keep your cash safe for future investment
Gary Dugan, Chief Investment Officer, Private Banking, Emirates NBD provides an overview on the economic health of key regions across the globe - from the 'Thanksgiving Season' in America to technocratic Europe and the slowing down of Asia. He talks with Phil Blizzard about the strong UAE sectors of hospitality and aviation and the course of action for private investors in the region.
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National Bank of Abu Dhabi says credit bureau is key
Suvo Sarkar, GM - Consumer & Elite Banking, National Bank of Abu Dhabi talks to Phil Blizzard on how retail banking needs to evolve in an ever demanding consumer market, how power will shift to the customer, the convergence of channels on mobile devices and the establishment of a credit bureau.
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Private Education offers good investment opportunities
Robert S Lytle, Partner, The Parthenon Group talks to Phil Blizzard about the investment opportunities that will arise through the rapid expansion of private education across the Middle East, with substantial returns on the operational aspects, rather than the real estate option.
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Abu Dhabi Zones Corp integral to 2030 master plan
At the MEED Abu Dhabi Conference Mohammed al Qamzi, CEO, Zones Corp talks to Phil Blizzard about their mandate to provide a one stop shop for industries to establish themselves within the emirate and the part they play in the 2030 Abu Dhabi master plan.
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MEED Conference told Abu Dhabi GDP grows 15.9% in 2010
Mohammed Omar Abdullah,Undersecretary at the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development and keynote speaker at the MEED Abu Dhabi Conference 2011 talks to Phil Blizzard about the performance of the non-oil producing sectors during 2010, which saw strong growth for the financial and industrial sectors. He also talks about the attractiveness of Abu Dhabi for foreign investment and the robust growth in 2010 which saw GDP rise to Dhs620bn.
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Emirates NBD - private investments impacted by Eurozone issues
Gary Dugan, Chief Investment Officer, Private Banking, Emirates NBD provides an overview on the economic health of key regions across the globe, with the focus very much on the Eurozone. In this interview with Phil Blizzard he talks about market conditions for private investors in the UAE.
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Oman Investment Forum 2011 conference report
The Oman Investment Forum 2011, held at the Al Bustan Palace in Muscat and organised by MEED, gave an insight to the development and diversification plans for the Sultanate of Oman. Phil Blizzard reports on the conference which heard presentations and debates by numerous government speakers and industry leaders from across a diverse range of sectors.
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