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Ahmed bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre - Pt 1
The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)has seen solid growth during 2011 with more than 1000 new companies being registered in the first 10 months. Phil Blizzard talks to Ahmed bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman, DMCC about their mandate and development, and the range of commodities traded.
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H.E. Mohammed Nasser Al Ghanim, DG, Telecommunications Regulatory Authority
The telecoms sector in the UAE went through a major shift when moving from the environment of a monopoly to that of a duopoly. H.E. Mohammed Nasser Al Ghanim, DG, Telecommunications Regulatory Authority talks to Phil Blizzard about that process, Abu Dhabi as the world's No 1 connected capital, the internet exchange and the prospects of market liberalisation.
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Mark Holden: Major shift in campaign planning as consumer data access increases
Mark Holden, Global Strategy and Planning Director, PHD Worldwide explains to Edward Poultney how marketeers and brands need to adapt to ongoing technology-led access to information for consumers, why, despite increasing amounts of auto-generated data, the advertising industry will continue to rely heavily on creativity, and how hyper-targetted content will become a crucial part of campaign strategies involving a payback for access to consumers' habits.
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John Rosanvallon, CEO, Dassault Falcon - Middle East fleet to expand
Dassault Falcon are one of the world leaders in private executive jets and at the Dubai Airshow displayed their latest and most technologically advanced aircraft. On board the Falcon 7X Phil Blizzard spoke to John G Rosanvallon, President & CEO, Dassault Falcon about market trends, aircraft development and the importance of the Middle East market.
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H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank we were affected by customers skipping
H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank talks to Phil Blizzard at the MEED Middle East Retail Banking 2011 conference in Dubai about how the banks became too greedy during the 'good times', the effect of defaults during the economic downturn and their strategy for the future.
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H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair honoured with MEED 'Leadership in Banking' Award
H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank received the MEED Leadership in Banking Award at the Middle East Retail Banking 2011 conference in Dubai. Following the presentation he spoke to Phil Blizzard about the evolution of the bank and their pioneering approach to retail banking, including the creation of 246 Mashreq Millionaires
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Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, FlyDubai Pt 1
FlyDubai is regarded as the fastest growing airline in the world and in just two years it now flies to 40 destinations with its fleet of 19 aircraft making almost 700 flights per week. On board the latest version of the Boeing 737-800NG Phil Blizzard talks to Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, FlyDubai about the development of the airline and also the innovations found on this aircraft.
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Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, FlyDubai Pt 2
Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai in part two with Phil Blizzard talks more about the on-board innovations for passengers on their aircraft, the advantages of a single aircraft type fleet and the record breaking summer for passenger traffic. They also discuss the potential growth in the Middle East for the low cost airline sector and the challenges facing the airline industry, as well as the new routes coming on stream.
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OPEC Secretary General voices concern over EU and US financial troubles
In this special interview His Excellency Abdalla Salem Al-Badri, OPEC Secretary General talks to Peter Ward, about economic troubles, Libya's oil agenda and potential division between OPEC member countries.
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H.E. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman, RTA talking on Dubai Metro Green Line
At the opening of the Dubai Metro Green Line H.E. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board & Executive Director, RTA, Dubai talks to Phil Blizzard about the development of the entire project. He also talks about the integration of the Green Line with the Red Line, the expected useage and announces the date of the opening of the RTA's next project - the Sufouh Tramway.
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British Business Group sees bright outlook for SMEs in UAE
After nearly 25 years of providing insight and guidelines to local businesses set-up by British expatriates in UAE, the British Business Group Dubai & the Northern Emirates is optimistic that the country's SMEs are thriving. Jonathon Davidson , Chairman & CEO of BBG talks to Phil Blizzard about the group's industry insights, partnerships and assistance programmes for SMEs.
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Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports - $7.8billion expansion for DIA
The Strategic Plan 2020 announced by Dubai Airports will see a massive development of the infrastructure and passenger facilities at Dubai International Airport. Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports talks to Phil Blizzard about the $7.8 billion programme which is focused on the city airport, rather than Dubai World Central.
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Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports pt 2 - aviation fundamental to Dubai's economic expansion
In this part Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports talks about the economic importance of the aviation sector which makes a substantial contribution to the emirates economy. With the expansion outlined by the Strategic Plan 2020 the aviation sector contribution to the Dubai's GDP is expected to rise to 32%. He also talks to Phil Blizzard about the developing role of Dubai World Central which opened to cargo traffic in June 2010.
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Dina Howell, CEO Worldwide, Saatchi & Saatchi X pt 1
Saatchi & Saatchi X state they are a global leader in shopper marketing with 350 staff in 16 countries. As one of the fastest growing sectors in marketing we endeavour to discover more about shopper marketing. Phil Blizzard talks to Dina Howell, CEO Worldwide, Saatchi & Saatchi X about the need for an agency focused on shopper marketing, their focus and how it fits with-in the Saatchi & Saatchi organisation.
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Dina Howell, CEO Worldwide, Saatchi & Saatchi X pt 1
Saatchi & Saatchi X state they are a global leader in shopper marketing with 350 staff in 16 countries. As one of the fastest growing sectors in marketing we endeavour to discover more about shopper marketing. Phil Blizzard talks to Dina Howell, CEO Worldwide, Saatchi & Saatchi X about the need for an agency focused on shopper marketing, their focus and how it fits with-in the Saatchi & Saatchi organisation.
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