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Paul Trowbridge, CEO UAB - market sentiment reflects 'the new normal'
Video: Paul Trowbridge, CEO, United Arab Bank, talks Edward Poultney through how he views the current economic climate in the UAE and looks over the bank's H1 results - including how the shareholder partnership with Commercial Bank of Qatar has helped push the group's expansion into the retail banking space, supported by the launch of a new client reward scheme.
Emaar launches 'The Address The BLVD' in Downtown Dubai
Video: The announcement by Emaar of the new 5 star hotel - 'The Address The BLVD' in the vicinity of Dubai Mall will not only add to the hospitality sector in the city, but offer significant investor opportunities according to Arif Amiri, CEO, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Retail and Head of Sales, Emaar Properties. In conversation with Phil Blizzard he outlines the key aspect of the 200 room hotel and the 542 serviced residences. 'The Address The BLVD', standing at 340m will be the second tallest building in Downtown Dubai, next to Burj Khalifa.
The 'In and Outs' of Crowd Funding for your business or project
Video: Crowd funding and investment is a hot term these days, but its heritage actually goes back a long way. The building of the Statue of Liberty was funded this way and it was even used by Mozart. Phil Blizzard joins investment expert Chris Thomas Co-founder & CEO, Eureeca.com to discover more about this method of funding a business or project.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Corporate Governance for SMEs - the need for implementation
Video: An overview of corporate governance for SMEs is provided by finance expert Khaled Mersi, Chief Business Officer & Chief Corporate Governance Officer, Just Falafel. Talking to Phil Blizzard he explains the importance of corporate governance for SMEs and how it should be implemented.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Dr Mohammed Al Zarooni, CEO, Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority on the first 5 years
Video: Dr Mohammed Al Zarooni, CEO, Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority talks to Phil Blizzard about the regions 'Silicon Valley' development which is now 5 years old and also about the UAE's first IT specific education and development institute which has just opened at this technology focussed free zone.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Trends and use of social media across the business environment
Video: Current trends in the use of social media are discussed with Phil Blizzard talking to Alan Devereux, Founder 120 Talk, a practitioner and commentator on all things connected to Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Google+. The use of these in the business environment is explained, the myth that they will deliver success is de-mythed and how 'likes' is not necessarily an indicator of popularity.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Review: Range Rover Evoque tackles Hajjar Mountains
Video: One year on since the launch of the smallest vehicle from Range Rover and over 80,000 units have been sold. Phil Blizzard gets his hands on the Range Rover Evoque for an exhilarating drive through the rugged Hajjar mountains in the northern tip of the Arabian Peninsula. The stunning scenery provides a dramatic backdrop for this off-road adventure in one of the most sporty CUV's.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Dubai property market bounces back in H1 2012
Video: Residential property market in Dubai turned in corner during H1 2012 with rents in some areas increasing by up to 13%, according to a recent report from Asteco. Phil Blizzard talks to Elaine Jones, CEO, Asteco to get an insight into the key performing areas in both the residential and commercial sectors.Log in to watch video (free registration)
HSBC Business Thinking - Food Specialities Ltd
HSBC Business Thinking with Deepak Dahwan, Chairman & CEO, Food Specialities Limited, JAFZ who talks about the development of this company which specializes in awide variety of food ingredients. He also talks about their two way relationship with HSBC.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Qatar Airways CEO Akbar al Baker reveals Boeing 787 Dreamliner at Farnborough Airshow
Video: Qatar Airways is the first Middle East carrier to receive the 'state of the art' Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Phil Blizzard reports on the reveal of the aircraft at the Farnborough Airshow which was conducted by Akbar al Baker, CEO, Qatar Airways. Step on board to view the interior of the aircraft and from the ground watch the aircraft take part in the flying display - a first for a Boeing aircraft in the livery of a commercial carrier. Whilst Akbar al Baker talks of the 'courage and stamina' in running an airline.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Abu Dhabi rental rates drop in H1 2012
Video: Property Talk and an overview of the performance of the Abu Dhabi real estate market during the first half of the year. Phil Blizzard talks to Elaine Jones, CEO, Asteco about increased supply of both residential and commercial property and the impact on rental rates, with the introduction into the market of 7,400 apartments and 1,675 villas in the first half of 2012.Log in to watch video (free registration)
TravelWise Pt2 - Seychelles benefit from increase in uplift by GCC carriers
Video: TravelWise with Phil Blizzard looking at some of the colourful islands which make up the Republic of the Seychelles, as well as neighbouring Le Reunion. In Travel Talk the industry experts this time are Elisa Grandcourt, CEO, Seychelles Tourism Board and Pascal Viroleau, Director of Tourism, Isle of Reunion. They talk about the attractions of their respective destinations and how they are trying to broaden their markets. Did you know, for example, that self-catering guest houses are available in the SeychellesLog in to watch video (free registration)
TravelWise Pt 1 - new routes from Emirates, Spice Jet, Air Arabia and Flydubai's 3rd anniversary
Video: TravelWise with Phil Blizzard using the 2012 Arabian Travel Market as a backdrop for this edition, with a look at the latest regional travel industry news. This includes Emirates expansion into Europe and their return to Vietnam, India's Spice Jet arrival in Dubai and weekend getaways from Air Arabia and Rotana Jet, plus Flydubai on their 3rd anniversary.Log in to watch video (free registration)
HSBC SMEFund - Belchina UAE LTD FZC
HSBC SMEFund with Karan Baheti, CEO, Belchina UAE LTD FZC, who talks about the development of this business and their key areas of trading, in terms of products and regions. He also talks about their two way relationship with HSBC and the importance of the SMEFund to their development.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Web-based listening and engagement techniques revolutionise market research
Video: The internet has revolutionised market research and new listening and engagement techniques have given brands unparalleled insight into consumer's wants and habits. During this week's OMD Predicts in Dubai, Steven Bond spoke to Annelies Verhaeghe, Head of Research Innovation for InSites Consulting, about how multimedia ethnography and social media netnography are two solutions that can provide answers, even when no questions have been asked.Log in to watch video (free registration)
IHG still growing after 50 years in the Middle East
Video: The InterContinental Group has been in the Middle East region for over 50 years and is still evolving. Pascal Guavi, COO, Middle East & Asia, IHG talks to Phil Blizzard about their numerous brands, including new entrant Indigo Hotels, their focus on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with more than 5000 rooms in 22 hotels and how the group is develop brands for specific geographic regions.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Preview: Range Rover Evoque
Video: The Range Rover Evoque provides Phil Blizzard with an exhilarating drive through the rugged Hajjar mountains in the northern tip of the Arabian Peninsula - this is a preview to the full motoring review, soon to be seen on AME InfoLog in to watch video (free registration)
Middle East private aviation sector seeing significant growth
Video: The private aviation sector in the Middle East has been growing at a rate of 10 to 12% in the past 5 years, with a slight down turn in 2011. Ali Al Naqbi, Founding Chairman, Middle East Business Aviation talks to Phil Blizzard about the key growth areas and also about the negative impact of 'grey' aviation operators.Log in to watch video (free registration)
H.E. Maitha Al Mahrouqi, Under-Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Oman
Video: H.E. Maitha Al Mahrouqi, Under-Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Oman talks to Phil Blizzard about the impact of Muscat being the Arab Tourism Capital during 2012 and the significant increase in visitor arrivals during Q1. She also talks about their strategy for tourism development in Oman, as well as the cool summer season in Salalah with the annual Khareef Festival, held during the monsoon season.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Sofitel Burj Khalifa and Palm Jumeirah given green lights to open
Video: Following the launch of thier first hotel in the UAE capital luxury hotel group Sofitel will also be opening properities at two iconic locations in Dubai. Philippe Van Der Brought, Senior VP - Finance, Sofitel Worldwide talks to Phil Blizzard about the parameters and requirements when deciding on future hotel openings and the importance of collaborating with the property owners. He also provides an insight into their developments in Dubai and the broader MENA region.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Vision Solutions and their Double Take solution to the Flame virus
Mike Khattab, VP - Emerging Markets, Vision Solutions gives his views on the long undetected Flame virus which has intruded IT networks across the Middle East. Talking to Phil Blizzard he states the importance to businesses to avoid interruption or downtown to data and IT systems. He also explains how Double Take performs a continuous back-up of data, ready for data recovery should an IT system fail.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Rak Airways fleet size to grow by 500%
The northern emirate of Ras al Khaimah has ambitious plans for it's tourism sector, aiming to be an affordable luxury destination. John Brayford, Acting CEO, Rak Airways talks to Phil Blizzard about their development plans which will see the airline evolving to match the tourism sector. He talks about the need for stability in the market for small airlines to grow and describes the positioning of the airline, as being Emirates Lite.Log in to watch video (free registration)
NVIDIA new GPU enhances graphic displays on notebooks, smart phones and devices
Video: The latest graphic processor unit (GPU) from Silicon Valley based NVIDIA will enable OEMs to incorporate them into small devices to produce stunning graphics. Igor Stanek, Senior Product PR Manager, EMEAI, Nvidia takes Phil Blizzard on a 'walk through' of how the new GPU will enhance the graphic displays on notebooks to smart phones and tablet devices.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Ras Al Khaimah aims to be 'the affordable luxury destination'
Video: The emerging destination of Ras Al Khaimah in the northern emirates of the UAE has recently established an government body to oversee the development of their tourism sector. Phil Blizzard talks to Victor Louis, COO, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority about their plans to increase room inventory from around 3000 to over 10,000 rooms in just four years, the opportunities for private sector investors in what has been very much a government domain and what he means by 'affordable luxury'.Log in to watch video (free registration)
Dubai Real Estate - upturn in Q1 for certain sectors says Cluttons
Video: Property Talk looks at the Dubai real estate market, which according to Steve Morgan, Head of Cluttons, UAE saw an upturn in both freehold and leasing prices, in certain sectors. Talking to Phil Blizzard he talks about the opportunities for the sensible buyer and investor, the impact of the Arab Spring on the commercial sector and the lack of International Grade A commercial properties.Log in to watch video (free registration)
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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)
