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RTA, Dubai considers Private Public Partnerships
Metro financing, postponement of the purple line and progress of the Al Safouh Tramway, all in Dubai are featured in this update from Abdul Redha Abu Al Hassan, Director of Planning and Development, Rail Agency, RTA, Dubai. He also tells Phil Blizzard that Private Public Partnerships(PPP) are currently the favoured form of future funding.
Financial structure key to successful projects
With so many rail networks planned in the Middle East, project structure is critical for their success. Get that structure wrong, and it could be terminal for the project, says Joss Dare, Partner at Ashurst. He tells Rob Jones what companies need to consider and explains why it is so important to have any issues resolved early in the rail project's lifecycle.
Invensys Rail on track with safety and signalling
Safety is paramount for any transport system and with the high speeds attained by rolling stock on modern rail systems the requirement is for 'state of the art' signalling. Ala Ghanem, Regional Business Director, Invensys Rail talks to Phil Blizzard about the investment by operators into signalling and control mechanisms and the market development of rail networks in the region.
Rail regulation critical, as UAE plans countrywide transport network
The UAE has one of the world's current biggest rail projects in the planning stages. With tender due to be issued early next year, Bassam Mansour, Expert - Trains & Railway Systems, National Transport Authority, outlines the importance of independent regulation. Speaking to Rob Jones at the MEED Middle East Railway Projects event in Abu Dhabi, he talks about the importance of having a strong relationship between the operators, owners and maintainers of a rail system, what lessons the UAE can learn from mistakes made elsewhere in the world and when the NTA will award a contract for a federal regulator.
Middle East Railway projects from design to delivery
The important aspects of railway project development and delivery are talked about by Steve Parker, Head of Rail, EC Harris, looking at the stages from investment through to delivery. Phil Blizzard puts to him the key issues for developers of rail projects in the GGC.
Marc Dardenne, CEO, Emaar Hospitality pt 1
On the first anniversary of the opening of their first hotel - The Address Downturn Burj Dubai, Marc Dardenne, CEO, Emaar Hospitality talks to Phil Blizzard about the brand and their flagship property, the recent opening of the Address Dubai Mall and how the Palace Downturn Burj fits into the porfolio.
Middle East Jaguar XJ preview
The all new Jaguar XJ, which is expected to arrive in the Middle East at the end of Q1 2010, is previewed in this exclusive video feature by AMEinfo.com. In it, Phil Blizzard talks to Robin Colgan, MD, Jaguar Land Rover Middle East about the car as it is seen at the Desert Palm Resort, Dubai whilst in the region for hot weather testing.
TravelWise pt 2 - Al Maha Desert Resort, Dubai and travel tip
The multi-award winning Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa, operated by Emirates airline, is the featured destination this time. TravelWise, presented by Phil Blizzard, looks at what the traveller can expect and concludes this edition with another hot travel tip.
Cityscape Dubai: Al Barari a green reserve in Dubailand
Mohammed Bin Zaal, COO, Al Barari talks passionately to Phil Blizzard about their very green development in Dubailand. Overlooking a natural wildlife reserve, Al Barari offers luxurious villas and apartments in an exotic garden environment.
Cityscape Dubai: Rakeen developments in emerging markets
The first shopping mall in Iran is just one of numerous projects being undertaken in the emerging markets by Ras al Khaimah developer Rakeen. Phil Blizzard talks to Ghassan Youssef, MD, Rakeen about those markets and the other countries where they see potential.
Cityscape Dubai: Tanmiyat new era of real estate
Increased transparency, more investor focus and a new business model for real estate form the way forward for Saudi Arabian investment and development company Tanmiyat. Dr Wan Hasni, Advisor in Charge, Tanmiyat, talks to Phil Blizzard about their new philosophy and the projects across the region, including the $3bn Ajman Marina.
Cityscape Dubai: Emaar's International perspective
Sergio Casari, CEO, Emaar International talks to Phil Blizzard about the 'state of development' of their international projects, on a country by country basis, along with a look at their longer term perspectives.
Cityscape Dubai: Dubai World Central first aircraft arrival June 2010
Rashed Bugara'a, COO, Dubai World Central, gives an update to Phil Blizzard on the progress of this massive Dubai Government project. The logistic city is now being used by some operators and the first aircraft is expected to land in June 2010 despite some changes in the initial plans of DWC.
Cityscape Dubai: Al Hamra Village ready for global coverage
The Arabesque styled project of Al Hamra Village is continually evolving, becoming a real community in Ras al Khaimah. Romain Felber, General Manager talks to Phil Blizzard about their ongoing development and the prospect of international exposure when the village becomes host to the America's Cup in 2010.
Preview: Middle East Rail Projects Conference
Edmund O'Sullivan, Chairman, Meed Events explains to Edward Poultney why the Meed Middle East Rail Projects conference is playing a particularly crucial role as the region gears up for $250bn worth of rail projects. Conference TV examines the scale of opportunity available and why the Arabian peninsula is the last 'missing link' in the global system.
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