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MEED Petrochemicals 2013 conference to open in Dubai
Video: The petrochemical industry in the GCC is a global player and that aspect is one of the key subjects for debate and discussion at the forthcoming MEED Petrochemical 2013 conference. Kevin Baxter, Energy & Industry analyst at MEED talks to Phil Blizzard about this industry sector and previews the conference which is held in Dubai.
Total and the potential growth of solar energy in the Middle East
Video: The potential for the generation of solar energy in the Middle East is the reasoning behind Total's acquisition of Sun Power, the largest solar energy company in the world. Jonathan Marsh, Head of Mergers, Acquisitions & Project Finance, Total talks to Phil Blizzard about their aims and the potential in the Middle East for solar energy.
Abu Dhabi real estate could see small growth in 2013
Video: 'A Tale of Two Cities' is the theme from Jones Lang LaSalle for their outlook on the UAE property market during 2013. Craig Plum, Head of Research, Jones Lang LaSalle, MENA talking to Phil Blizzard in this edition of Property Talk provides an overview of the expected trends in Abu Dhabi for the residential, commercial and hospitality sectors.
Aston Martin CEO - 100th Anniversary for sporty marque
Video: Aston Martin CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez talks to Phil Blizzard about their 100 year heritage of this luxury brand, known for racing the globally sporty marque on the circuits of Europe. He talks about the importance of the Middle East market and why Dubai was chosen for spectacular event of airlifting, by helicopter, an Aston Martin Vanquish onto the helipad at Burj Al Arab.
Qatar Deputy Prime Minister receives MEED Lifetime Achievement Award
Video: The highlight of the MEED Qatar Projects 2013 Conference held in Doha was the presentation of the MEED Lifetime Achievement Award. Phil Blizzard reports on the conference and talks with the recipient of the award H.E. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, President, Transparency Authority, Qatar. He has held numerous key posts, including Minister of Energy & Industry, also Chairman, Qatar Petroleum and President of OPEC. His Excellency is the current Deputy Prime Minister of Qatar.
Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports - A perspective on 2012 and the new Emirates A380 Concourse A
Video: Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports provides an overview of their achievements in 2013 with passenger numbers of 57.6 million exceeding the target of 56 million. Talking to Phil Blizzard in the newly opened Concourse A, dedicated to Emirates and their A380 aircraft, he talks about the new facility - from a design perspective through to operations. He also talks about expectations for 2013 and the development of the new Concourse D.
MEED Qatar Projects Conference to open in Doha
Video: The MEED Qatar Projects 2013 conference, to be held in Doha, will focus on the road to delivering projects for 2022 and beyond. In this conference preview Phil Blizzard talks to a panel of industry experts from MEED for their views on both the project sector in Qatar, and the conference itself.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Broader based recovery expected for Dubai real estate
Video: The top trends for the Dubai real estate sector are highlighted by Craig Plum, Head of Research, Jones Lang LaSalle, MENA in this edition of Property Talk. In conversation with Phil Blizzard he talks about the proposed mortgage cap and the prospects in 2013 for all sectors of the real estate market.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Integrated National Logistics opens largest single site warehouse at Dubai World Central
Video: The largest single-site warehousing complex in the UAE has been opened at Logistic City, Dubai World Central. Phil Blizzard made a visit to view the complex with Paul Maycock, GM, Integrated National Logistics who talks about the facility and the JV between National Trading Developing Establishment, UAE and Integrated Logistics Berhad of Malaysia. Adil Alsmadi, Logistics Director provides an overview of their operations.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai Pt 2 - 2013 expected to be strong and second hub not likely
Video: Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai previews the year ahead for the fledgling airline, which will see the arrival of new aircraft and further destinations being added to their ever expanding network. Phil Blizzard speaks to him about the prospect of a second operational hub, which is the model for many airlines of their stature.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Medinah airport PPP is a first in KSA for TAV
The first airport privatization in Saudi Arabia, using the Build Transfer Operate model, is conducted by TAV Airports Holdings at the Medinah Airport and could be the model for other airports in the region. Talking to Phil Blizzard at the at the 16th Annual Middle East Project Finance Conference, organised by MEED, Dr Waleed Youssef, Director, GCC Regions, TAV Airports Holding Co, explains the key elements of this operation and how privatisation could assist in airport financing in the Middle East.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Twitter exec explains new Mena advertising platform
Video: Twitter has launched a partnership with Egypt-based Connect Ads to bring a suite of 'Promoted Products' to Mena advertisers. Steven Bond spoke to Shailesh Rao, Twitter's VP of International Operations, following yesterday's press conference. Read the full story here.Log in to watch video (free registration)
MEED 16th Annual Middle East Project Finance Conference to open in Dubai
Video: The 16th edition of the MEED Middle East Project Finance Conference is set to open in Dubai, addressing the new market trends and recovery, deal structures and the latest commercial opportunities associated with mega projects in the Middle East region. Matthew Martin, Banking & Finance Editor, MEED talking with Phil Blizzard provides an overview of the conference.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai Pt 1 - Maldives launch and 2012 overview
Video: With the stunning backdrop of a Maldivian Island Phil Blizzard talks to Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai about the launch of their service to Male, the capital of the Republic of the Maldives and the source markets for this service. He also talks about new innovations on board their Boeing 737-800 aircraft and on their achievements during 2012, he said "It was a year of maturity in the development of the airline".Log in to watch video (free registration)
Rolls Royce, CEO Pt 2 - launch of their boldest and most dynamic car
Video: Torsten Muller-Otvos, CEO, Rolls Royce Motor Cars talks to Phil Blizzard and gives an overview of their global market in 2012, indicating that the Middle East, and in particular the KSA, has not reached its full potential yet. He outlines their strategy for 2013, which includes the launch of their boldest and most dynamic Rolls Royce to date, and also provides an insight into the resurgent luxury car market by UK automobile manufacturers.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Dubai Solar Park to generate electricity by end of 2013
Video: Dubai is expected to start generating electricity from the sun by the end of 2013, says Matt Mefert, Director of Projects - Middle East & Africa, First Solar. The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is to be operated and managed by DEWA, along with First Solar, as Phil Blizzard reports, with 13MW of power being generated in the first phase.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Rolls Royce, CEO Pt 1 - Middle East market grows 26%
Video: The Middle East market has driven the global sales of luxury Rolls Royce cars to their highest annual level in the 108 year history of the company. Torsten Muller-Otvos, CEO, Rolls Royce Motor Cars talks to Phil Blizzard about the factors driving this growth, where the UAE and KSA fit into their global sales top 10 and the significance of their bespoke options, with Abu Dhabi boasting the highest uptake in the world.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Securing your business from cyber threats - part one
Video: All growing businesses are connected to the web but none are safe from cybersecurity threats unless serious precautions are taken. Steven Bond speaks to experts from top security firms in part one of a special report.Log in to watch video (free registration)
President, Boeing Business Jets - Middle East a predominant region for big VIP aircraft
Video: With the delivery during 2012 of seven Boeing 747-8 'jumbo' jets to VVIP customers in the Middle East, and with orders for six Boeing Dreamliner 787s, the region is seen as a predominant market for wide bodied jets, configured for private use. Phil Blizzard, on board a Boeing 767, gives an insight into the world of private aviation whilst talking to Captain Steve Taylor, President, Boeing Business Jets about the significance of the Middle East market.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Greg Wiebe, Global Head of Tax, KPMG Int - pt 1
Video: Greg Wiebe, Global Head of Tax, KPMG International, talks from a taxation perspective on the theme of "Shifting Sands and coping with changes in the Middle East and Asia regions". In conversation with Phil Blizzard he provides an insight into the global and regional taxation landscape and changes which are taking place.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Greg Wiebe, Global Head of Tax, KPMG Int - pt 2
Video: In part two Greg Wiebe, Head of Tax, KPMG International focuses on indirect taxation such as Value Added Tax (VAT), with the key benefit of offering governments a secure revenue source and how it could be introduced in the GCC region. He also talks to Phil Blizzard on the complexity of local taxation rules and regulations for multi-nationals as they expand their business operations, particularly in developing countries.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Abu Dhabi property market to benefit from key projects
Video: A review of the 2012 Abu Dhabi property with Gurjit Singh, COO, Surouh who talks to Phil Blizzard about the de-cantering of various asset classes, the impact of the rent cap and end users moving from old to new stock. He highlights some of their key achievements during 2012, including The Gate Towers, Reem Island and the growth of their retail brands. He also talks about the importance to the residential sector of the on-going major projects across the UAE capital.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Khalifa Port, Abu Dhabi a key hub in an integrated transport network
Video: The recently opened Khalifa Port, Abu Dhabi is a key hub in the emirates rapidly developing transport infrastructure and will be a key facility in the global shipping and logistic network. At the 7th MEED Abu Dhabi Conference Phil BLizzard talks to Capt. Abdulkareem Al Masab, VP, Khalifa Port Operations, Abu Dhabi Ports Company about this gigantic project and also the future of Mina Zayed, in the heart of Abu Dhabi.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Khalifa Fund fostering Emirati entrepreneurship
Video: H.E. Abdullah Al Dharmaki, CEO, Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, talks to Phil Blizzard at the Meed Abu Dhabi Conference on key aspects of the fund, criteria for start-ups, how the fund is evolving and also the new Venture Capital Fund.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Dubai to host Clean Middle East Pulire expo
Jayaraman Nair, Chairman Virtual Info System, talks about the Clean Middle East Pulire show,... Read full article »Log in to watch video (free registration)
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Last updated: Wednesday, May 15 - 2013 at 17:13 UAE local time (GMT+4)
Last updated: Wednesday, May 15 - 2013 at 17:13 UAE local time (GMT+4)
