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Mastercard offers back office solutions to SMEs
Alfred Dagher, VP, Corporate Payment Solutions, MEA, Mastercard Worldwide talks to Phil Blizzard about various business tools offered to SMEs who take advantage of the SME Mastercard. These tools include Smart Data Gen2 which enable SMEs to automatically create a report of expenses occurred when paid for by using the card.
Dubai Airshow closes on a high with orders placed worth $63.3billion
The 2011 Dubai Airshow closed with $63.3bn worth of orders for aircraft and associated aviation services and products, well up on the 2009 show which closed with orders at $14bn. Phil Blizzard joins Alison Weller, MD, F&E Aerospace, organisers of the show, for a closing review of this year's event.
Gama Aviation to expand into KSA
Gamma Aviation are a Sharjah based business aviation services provider with a 29 year heritage across the globe. At the Dubai Airshow Phil Blizzard spoke to Dave Edwards, MD, Gama Aviation about their announcements of expansion into KSA and the Far East. They also talk about the benefits of private aviation for busy executives and the fleet of aircraft they operate.
Dubai Airshow opens with Emirates signing a record breaking order for Boeing
The 2011 Dubai Airshow started with Emirates signing a record breaking order for 50 Boeing 777 - 300ER aircraft and a stunning display by the UAE aerobatic team. Phil Blizzard reports from the show which has also attracted the latest aviation star - the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, making its Middle East debu
Empire Aviation Group look skywards at Dubai Airshow
A growth rate of 23% in 2010 was significant for the Empire Aviation Group - a Dubai based business aircraft service provider. At the Dubai Air Show Phil Blizzard spoke with Steve Hartley, Executive Director, Empire Aviation Group about their growth, the type of aircraft they are affiliated with and services they offer the bizjet sector.
Dubai Airshow opens with Emirates ordering 50 Boeing 777-300 ER
The 2011 Dubai Airshow got off to a flying start with Emirates Airline signing an order with Boeing for an additional 50 Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft, worth approximately $18bn in list price. Phil Blizzard reports from the air show on the single largest aircraft order in dollar value in Boeing's history.
UAE based Quest Helicopters take off at Dubai Airshow
Quest Helicopters, a new name in aerospace, helicopter design and technology was launched at the Dubai Airshow with the mock up of a 'state of the art' aircraft. At the show Phil Blizzard spoke with Mike Creed, Commercial & Deputy Project Director, Quest Helicopters about their aims and the development of their innovative aircraft.
Jaguar unveils supercar at Dubai International Motor Show
Two concept cars, the fastest production car from Jaguar and the new Land Rover Evoque form part of an impressive line up for Jaguar Land Rover at the Dubai International Motorshow. In part two of this interview with Robin Colgan, MD, Jaguar Land Rover MENAP Region he talks to Phil Blizzard about their latest products and what can be expected in the future.
Jaguar Land Rover display strong performance at Dubai International Motor Show
With demand outstripping supplies for Jaquar Land Rover, along with 2010 profits of 1 billion pounds sterling and the the creation of 1000 more jobs this brand is in a very strong position, despite the downturn in the global economy. Robin Colgan, MD, Jaguar Land Rover MENAP Region talks to Phil Blizzard at the Dubai International Motorshow about their success, both global and local - with Al Tayer enjoying the largest sales in the world.
Saeed Al Tayer, CEO, Meydan Pt 2 - Longines to compliment Meydan
Saeed Al Tayer, Chairman and CEO, the Meydan Group continues his conversation with Phil Blizzard about their alliance with Longines and how that will develop across a broad spectrum of activites in their long term partnership.
Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Fly Dubai - 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
Abu Dhabi cruise tourism boost as sailings by Italian operator MSC commence
The deployment of a cruise liner in Abu Dhabi for the winter season, by Italian operator MSC, will offer a significant boost to the emirates tourism industry. Neil Palomba, Corporate Operating Officer, MSC Crociere talks to Phil Blizzard about the decision to use Abu Dhabi as a base, the number of quests expected during their debut season and the ports of calls they will visit.
Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Fly Dubai - 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 destinations coming on stream
Saeed Al Tayer, CEO, Meydan Pt 1 - Strategic business collaborations
Saeed Al Tayer, Chairman and CEO, the Meydan Group talks to Phil Blizzard about their strategic business collaboration with Longines, why they selected this luxury brand of watches and what it means to the develop of horse racing at The Meydan, as well as the broader community.
Ras al Khaimah to embark on cruise tourism
Cruise tourism across the Middle East is growing a significant pace and the northern emirate of Ras al Khaimah, UAE is gearing up to receive liners. At the Seatrade Middle East Cruise Convention Phil Blizzard talks to Victor Louis, COO, Ral Al Khaimah, Tourism Investment and Development Authority on what they will offer as it becomes one of the newest 'ports of calls'.
Impact of Euro zone issues on UAE private investors
In this interview with Phil Blizzard the focus is very much the Euro zones as Gary Dugan, Chief Investment Officer, Private Banking, Emirates NBD provides an overview on the economic health of key regions across the globe. He also talks about market conditions for private investors in the UAE.
H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank - Pt 1
H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank talks to Phil Blizzard about the evolution of the bank and their pioneering approach to retail banking, including the creation of 246 Mashreq Millionaires. He also states what it means to receive the MEED Leadership in Banking Award.
H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank - Pt 2
H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank talks to Phil Blizzard 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.
Boeing Dreamliner to visit Dubai Airshow
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is set to fly into the Dubai Airshow for its debut appearance in the Middle East. Phil Blizzard previews this major aviation event with Alison Weller, Director, Aerospace, F&E the co-organizers along with the Government of Dubai, of this B2B show.
Indian Ocean piracy increases operating costs for Dubai bound cruise operators
An outspoken Sebastian Ahrens, MD, Hapag Lloyd talks to Phil Blizzard at the Seatrade Middle East Cruise Convention about the impact of increasing piracy in the Gulf of Aden and calls for international action to alleviate this problem. He also talks about the cost to cruise operators of providing security for guests and crews of ships transisting these troubled waters on their voyages to Dubai.
Cruise tourism expected to yield AED3.5 billion into Dubai Economy
The significant growth of cruise tourism, as Dubai develops its cruising hub, will see annual cruise tourism income of AED 338 million in 2010 growing to AED 837 million in 2015. This will see a yield of AED 3.5 billion into the Dubai economy over those years, explains Hamad bin Mejren, DTCM Executive Director of Business Tourism. He talks to Phil Blizzard at the Seatrade Middle East Cruise Convention about benefits to the Dubai economy and the cruise related industries.
Seatrade Cruise Convention to highlight growth and opportunities in Middle East
A gathering of global cruiseline executives will discuss the growth and opportunities in the Middle East cruise line industry at the Dubai hosted Seatrade Middle East Cruise Convention. Phil Blizzard talks to Hamad bin Mejren, Executive Director of Business Tourism, DTCM, Chris Hayman, Chairman, Seatrade and Abdin Nasrallah, VP Meydan Hotels & Hospitality.
Societe Generale Private Banking: Middle East is one of the engines of growth
Daniel Truchi, Global CEO of Société Générale Private Banking, tells Edward Poultney how the private banking landscape has changed since the economic crisis, what client base the bank is looking to cater to in the region and talks about the inclusion of Shar'iah prodcuts into the portfolio.
Middle East airlines absent from the Global Brands 100
The latest edition edition Global Brand 100 results saw tech brands like Apple, Amazon, Google and Samsung enjoy significant growth for reasons explained by Michael Benson, Regional Director, Interbrand. In conversation with Phil Blizzard he also explains why brands with a global reach, such as Emirates and Qatar Airways do not appear in the results.
Coca Cola Top Global Brand for 12th year
For the 12th consecutive year Coca Cola has been named the Number 1 Global Brand. Michael Benson, Regional Director, Interbrand in conversation with Phil Blizzard explains how the brands are assessed and then runs through the top five brands which include General Electric, IBM, Microsoft and Google, but not necessarily in that order.
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Last updated: Thursday, December 13 - 2012 at 17:42 UAE local time (GMT+4)
Last updated: Thursday, December 13 - 2012 at 17:42 UAE local time (GMT+4)
