Dubai Chronicle: Exhibitions

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Showing posts with label Exhibitions. Show all posts

Indian Property Show (IPS) at the Airport Expo

Indian Property Show (IPS), the world's largest Indian real estate and property exhibition, opens today at Airport Expo in Dubai will run thru June 12-14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Featuring a stronger and bigger line-up of India's realty developers and projects, IPS will offer an exhaustive end to end resource platform that will cover every potential and seasoned property investor's needs.

Sunil Jaiswal, CEO, Sumansa Events and Organiser of IPS, said, "Our core focus is to continue to build on what we started, i.e., to fortify and strengthen the resources that every NRI in the UAE needs to make an informed decision on how to make his or her investment count. In that sense, 2008 is bigger and better and we are looking forward to presenting a stronger line-up of developers and real estate experts to our visitors".

There are over 250 real estate developments currently underway in India. IPS is set to showcase property worth $ billion in Dubai, making it the largest and most diverse event in its class in the world. IPS will feature a series of free seminars that will cover legal and financial advice, Vaastu, home financing and investment strategy.
/AME Info/

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Retail City 2008

Retail City 2008, the three-day industry showcase for investment and development of retail real estate for the $100 billion regional retail sector, opened yesterday at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre.

Opening the event for the third successive year was Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of Dubai World. Bin Sulayem has been consistent with his rebuttal to those critics who feel that the current retail phenomenon is not sustainable. "Demand will dictate growth. Look at exhibitions such as Retail City. It shows that the retail industry remains a growing, and vibrant business in the region."

During Bin Sulayem's opening tour, it was evident that this year's event was dominated by developers and retail professionals from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Jeddah & Riyadh. During the official opening tour, bin Sulayem visited a number of key exhibitors, including Mohammad Alhabib, who are developing 2.5million of Gross Leasable Space (GLA) in Saudi Arabia and were displaying a number of projects across Saudi Arabia, including the Panaroma Mall in Riyadh, Alandalus in Jeddah and Jarir Plaza in Dhahran.

He also visited Schon Properties, who have 50,000 square feet of retail space under development in Dubai Lagoon and another major project at Downtown Jebel Ali.

"Retail operations are a key element of all of our projects, where we provide a comprehensive range of features and amenities affording residents easy access to everything they need to live a convenient and comfortable life, said Danial H. Schon, VP Schon Properties.

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2008 China Sourcing Fairs in Dubai Expand 60 Percent

Global Sources announced today that its three upcoming China Sourcing Fairs in Dubai will be over 60% larger this year. The China Sourcing Fairs: Gifts & Home Products, Electronics, and Fashion Accessories, will feature manufacturers from Greater China. The co-located events will be held June 9-11, 2008, at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Global Sources' executive director, Sarah Benecke, said: "We are exceptionally pleased at the commitment Greater China suppliers are making to the Middle East and to the event this year. The China Sourcing Fairs in Dubai are now the largest China-products exhibition in the Middle East."

The China Sourcing Fairs in Dubai serve importers and volume buyers in the Middle East and North Africa region who seek high quality products from competitive suppliers in Greater China. More than 7,100 buyers from 95 different countries attended last year's inaugural event.

More exhibitors, more product categories

While the 2007 Fair focused on Chinese exhibitors of gifts and home products, this year's show will again feature hundreds of gifts and home products exhibitors, plus add full exhibition halls of electronics and fashion accessories.

"As product life cycles shorten and companies look for new, exciting products from innovative and creative suppliers, we are thrilled to be able to offer buyers from around the region an even larger exhibition and expanded product categories from which they can choose," Benecke said.
"Product variety, reliable suppliers and cost-effective products have become even more important in this year of rising inflation," said Bill Janeri, Global Sources' general manager of the Middle East. "Buyers in the Middle East are actively looking for new ways to attract consumers, and finding new and interesting products that can deliver reasonable margins is one way they are doing it," Janeri added.

The Fairs in Dubai will feature:

China Sourcing Fair: Gifts & Home Products

About Global Sources

Global Sources is a leading business-to-business media company and a primary facilitator of trade with Greater China. The core business is facilitating trade from Greater China to the world, using a wide range of English-language media. The other business segments facilitate trade from the world to Greater China, and trade within China, using Chinese-language media.
The company provides sourcing information to volume buyers and integrated marketing services to suppliers. It helps a community of over 700,000 active buyers source more profitably from complex overseas supply markets. With the goal of providing the most effective ways possible to advertise, market and sell, Global Sources enables suppliers to sell to hard-to-reach buyers in over 230 countries.

The company offers the most extensive range of media and export marketing services in the industries it serves. It delivers information on 2.6 million products and more than 195,000 suppliers annually through 14 online marketplaces, 13 monthly magazines, over 100 sourcing research reports and 9 specialized trade shows which run 27 times a year across eight cities.
Suppliers receive more than 32 million sales leads annually from buyers through Global Sources online (http://www.globalsources.com/ ) alone.

Global Sources has been facilitating global trade for 37 years. Global Sources' network covers more than 69 cities worldwide. In mainland China, Global Sources has over 2,100 team members in more than 44 locations, and a community of over 1 million registered online users and magazine readers for Chinese-language media.

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Donate toys and make a difference

The Mother, Baby and Child Show Abu Dhabi calls on people to help make a difference by donating toys to autistic children.

Autism is the most common of the Pervasive Developmental Disorders, affecting an estimated 1 in 146 births. A simple donation of a toy, book or game at the Mother, Baby and Child Show (MBC) in Abu Dhabi, will help to brighten an autistic child’s life and help raise funds for the Gulf Autism Centre based in Abu Dhabi.

Children need toys and books to develop necessary motor skills, says the US National Institute for Early Education Research. Studies also show that infant toys are critical for brain growth that affects learning later in life and play is essential for all children to lead happy, healthy, and productive lives,.

Most children receive an abundance of gifts during birthdays and festive occasions, many of which get put away in a cupboard and never used. Encourage your child to share and re-gift one of their many presents or at least ask you children to donate toys they have outgrown, if those toys are in good condition or still in their original packaging.

“This year we also wanted to help make a difference to the lives of children in need, which is why we are launching our special donation drive for the Gulf Autism Centre, as well as our ongoing support to the Make a Wish Foundation.” says Shannon Norris, Events Director for TME, the organisers of the MBC Show:
People who wish to donate can drop off their toy donation at the Mother, Baby and Child Show which will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre on 29-31 May 2008. As a way of saying thank you, parents will receive a free entry ticket per family.

Now in its second year in Abu Dhabi, the MBC show offers plenty of free advice as well as the latest in childcare products, goods and services for everyone from parents-to-be through to parents with children up to the age of eight.
“As well as parental and medical advice, there is plenty for children at the show including appearances from their favourite TV characters, entertainment, play areas, goodie bags and bundles of fun,” adds Norris.

“Other highlights this year include a Fashion Show by Babyshop, with clothes modeled by children from the Gulf Autism Centre. To celebrate our first birthday, children born between 29-31 May 2007 will also be invited to join us on stage for cake, games and gifts.”

The special draw at the show will offer a star prize of 2 return tickets to New Zealand courtesy of Air New Zealand, as well as many other fabulous prizes.

The Mother, Baby and Child Show Abu Dhabi is expected to attract 150 exhibitors this year. An impressive 15,000 visitors visited the show in 2007 and TME, the show organisers, are expecting a great turnout again this year. Sponsors of the event include: Fuji Film, Fine, Milupa, Air New Zealand, National Bank of Abu Dhabi.

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Five major trade shows opened in Dubai

The consumer electronics sector has emerged as a key growth industry in the Middle East, driven mainly by rising regional disposable incomes, a large product, and technology hungry expatriate population, and a burgeoning tourism industry, according to Her Excellency Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade.

HE Sheikha Lubna was speaking at the International CES/hometech conference after inaugurating five major trade shows organized by Epoc Messe Frankfurt at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) Sunday.

As part of her keynote address, HE Sheikha Lubna said: 'The Gulf�s consumer electronics industry is predicted to achieve a 30% growth in 2008 to AED 18.35bn, representing a significant 17% share of the expected AED105.7bn global market.' Sheikha Lubna noted that the Middle East�s consumer electronics sector is expected to experience even more growth as consumers in general continue to rapidly adopt mobile and modern technologies for personal use and seek better designs and added product features.

''My own country, the UAE, currently leads the region�s broader consumer electronics and household appliance sector, which is expected to achieve double-digit annual growth towards 2010 mainly due to rising demand for new convergence products and networked household appliances,' she stated.

International CES/hometech features dedicated Home Networking and Automation Zones, in anticipation of the growth of households using data networking solutions throughout the world to almost 145 million by 2011.

Sheikha Lubna underlined automated home technology as one of the fastest-growing sectors of the consumer electronics industry that is strongly patronized particularly in Dubai, where many high-profile land developments are being fitted with ready-to-use built-in wireless communications systems.

A total of 950 exhibitors from 43 countries around the world are showcasing the latest in a range of products and services from to earth moving equipment to home audio systems, showcasing their wares in what promises to be the largest collection of trade exhibitions held anywhere in the Middle East.

Speaking on behalf of Epoc Messe Frankfurt GmbH, CEO Eckhard Pruy said: 'Spurred by rapid economic growth in the Middle East, several international and regional companies are exploring new business opportunities in the region and our series of focused annual exhibitions provide an ideal platform for international companies.' Four of the five shows cater to the needs of the construction industry that is booming across the region including Hardware and Tools Middle East exhibition that is now in its ninth year. Exhibitors at the show display the latest and a wide variety of mechanical, electrical and plumbing products from all over the world perfectly positioned to capture this market,' he added.

In concord with the burgeoning levels of building work is an increased demand for fixtures and fittings that are on display at the Light Middle East, the construction boom in the region has ensured that the lighting fixtures market will grow at a CAGR of almost 7% that is higher than the global average of 4%.

ISH Kitchen and Bath Middle East is the design-led kitchen and bathroom exhibition in the region, attracting major manufacturers and suppliers from around the world who are presenting new products and solutions.

The market for outdoor lifestyle goods is also growing and the boom in property, leisure and municipal developments, both require considerable amounts of interior and exterior landscaping.

Dubai authorities forecast that spend on landscaping projects this year would be worth AED165m ($45m). Construction of parks and new golf courses in the region for the next five years will fuel spending on gardens and landscaping, estimated at AED 60.5bn ($16.5bn).

This growth augurs well for the Garden and Landscaping Middle East that is the dedicated international trade event in the region for the landscaping and outdoor living industries. The show offers the perfect regional industry networking event to present the latest trends, products and services available to the sophisticated market of landscaping and outdoor architecture.
/WAM/

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Rugged spare parts for the Middle East at Automechanika Dubai

Automechanika Middle East, the largest aftermarket exhibition in the Middle East region, is about to open its doors to show the newest parts, accessories and garage equipment. For the first time, visitors will be able to view rugged spare parts from German manufacturer Meyle Products. The enhanced parts meet exactly the demands of the regional market concerning price and long-life quality, even under climate caused circumstances.

Quality, long service life and ease of installation are crucial properties for spare parts. Meyle Products, a brand of the German manufacturer Wulf Gaertner Autoparts AG, offers ideal solutions in that regard that also meet the special requirements of the spare parts market in the Middle East. Appearing for the first time at Automechanika Middle East in Dubai, the manufacturer will be exhibiting quality spare parts for cars that share two special properties: they have exceptionally long service lives and are quick and easy to install. With products such as steering and suspension parts, rubber-metal parts, water pumps, brake components, belts, shock absorbers and a variety of other parts, Meyle offers a wide range of products and attractive value for money.

Cars are subject to unusual burdens in the Middle East: sand, gravel and extreme temperatures cause rubber components to become porous rapidly. Vehicles can also suffer from irregular maintenance, causing parts to fail prematurely. Meyle Products, a German manufacturer and vendor of spare parts for cars, offers optimal solutions to those challenges. At this year’s Automechanika Middle East, Meyle will be inviting potential customers in the Gulf region to judge the special quality of its HD parts for the first time. HD parts are direct replacements for parts from the vehicle manufacturer or OE vendor, yet are superior to those parts in terms of reliability and service life, making them an economical alternative.

To enhance the quality of its spare parts, a team of Meyle engineers analyzes the loads that contribute to the failure of the original part. Depending on their findings, the design is modified, the internal structure reinforced, better-quality material used, or rubber-metal components are redesigned.

Longer service life and ruggedness under extreme loads and climate conditions are further considerations when improving the parts. While the appearance of the products may vary in some cases, ease of installation is guaranteed.

Visitors will be able to view the improvements first-hand at the Meyle stand in the German Pavilion, where cross sections of the parts will be on display. “We have encountered a great deal of interest in our products here and therefore intend to increase our presence in the Middle East,” explains Christian Schwarz, Area Sales Manager at Meyle Products. “We also expect considerable interest from neighboring states at Automechanika in Dubai, as Meyle parts meet the demands of the region’s motorists by offering solid quality at a reasonable price.”

Meyle Products will be on show from the 1st to the 3rd of June 2008 in the German Pavilion in Hall 6, Stand AM 3220 in the Dubai International Exhibition Center of the Dubai World Trade Center.

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UAE integrated Telco sponsors exhibition’s media center for second year in a row

In line with its go-to-market strategy, du, the integrated telecom service provider in the UAE, announced today it will host daily in-stand interactive technology sessions and panels during MECOM 2008. The leading telecoms exhibition and conference for the Middle East, will be held between 26-28 May, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.

The daily sessions will address current telecom topics and trends in the UAE’s communication industry including, services convergence, Wi-Max, Fiber-to-the-home and broadband. The company will also sponsor the exhibition’s media center to bring convenience and flexibility to media delegates and journalists attending the three-day exhibition.

Hala Badri, Executive Vice President, Corporate Communications, du, said: “MECOM is a very important communication platform for du to closely network with its enterprise customers and partners, in addition to providing opportunities to demonstrate our latest product portfolio to key audiences.

“We have ensured that our stand design reflects our friendly and welcoming brand values to provide the ideal atmosphere for our trade visitors to conduct business, relax and network.”

du’s welcoming stand will showcase a mix of interactive digital content to visitors. The stand will also house knowledge-booths and products demo pods displaying animated product tutorials and digital product brochures.

The functional media center is designed to accommodate over 65 journalists and will be split into a news room and a chill out area for media to hold their interviews and network with the event’s participants.

du’s fully-equipped media center will comprise workstations, laptops, and desktops in addition to landline and fax services, internet connectivity, multi-function printers, photocopiers and scanners. On-site IT support will ensure smooth work flows for the journalists.

About du

du, the integrated telecom service provider in the UAE, launched mobile telecommunication services on 11 February 2007 across the UAE in addition to internet and pay TV services in some of the free zones of Dubai. Call Select, the first of du's nationwide Fixed line services for voice telephony, was launched in July 2007.

Among du’s many firsts is its historic Number Booking Campaign for both individuals and business, Pay by the Second billing system, Mobile TV, Mobile Payments, first of its kind ‘WoW’ recharge card (which offers customers the choice between more credit and more time) and Self Care. du business offers include Closed Business User Group and preferred International Destinations.

du’s retail network, currently numbering 16 du shops located in strategic locations across all emirates, was launched on 25 February 2007, supporting the delivery of du services to customers.

du is 40 percent owned by the UAE Federal Government, 20 percent by Mubadala Development Company, 20 percent by TECOM Investments and 20 percent by public shareholders. It is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and trades under the name du.

du was recognised as the ‘Best Brand’ for its innovative branding and outstanding success at the Telecom World Awards Middle East 2007.

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Beautyworld and Wellness & Spas Middle East will begin tomorrow

The twin exhibitions Beautyworld Middle East, and Wellness & Spas Middle East will begin tomorrow (Sunday) at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre and will run till May 20.

The events will witness leading manufacturers, suppliers of beauty equipment, cosmetics, fragrance and beauty products, wellness and spa products, and fitness services and equipment, showcase their products before a crowd of 15,000 visitors from 100 countries, said its organisers Epoc Messe Frankfurt.

“The Middle East cosmetics and personal care sector has grown 12 per cent annually over the past three years, with sales valued at Dh7.7 billion ($2.1 billion) in 2007,” said Eckhard Pruy, CEO of Epoc Messe Frankfurt.

“The figures reveal that the society of the Middle East puts a premium on appearance, skin care, and beauty and grooming; areas that are increasingly an important concern for both women and men," he noted.

“In fact, the consumption of cosmetics and perfumes in the region is ranked among the highest per capita worldwide, with an average purchase per head of around Dh1,225 annually, and the beauty market worth more than Dh1.49 billion ($408 million) in retail sale,” said Andrea Werner, senior show manager of Beautyworld Middle East.

“An added feature to this year’s exhibition aside from the very popular Walk of Beauty and the nail competition will be the make up competition, and seminars and workshops – ‘The interactive Beauty and Wellness experience’,” she added.

The acknowledgment reflects Dubai's status as one of the first choice destinations for travelers who are seeking for a healthy break, or a relaxing period of rest and rejuvenation.

Dubai's spa facilities have been found to be amongst the best in the world,’ says Elaine O’Connell, senior show manager of Wellness & Spas Middle East.

"Out of the four spa destinations across the whole of the Middle East listed as being of a world class standard, three were found in Dubai. We are anticipating that the city's spas will become a yearly fixture on the list, as the emirate already has one of the highest concentrations of spas per capita across the globe," she added.

According to O’Connell, the global market for fitness equipment is expected to surpass Dh44 billion by 2010, stimulated by demand from homes, hotels, schools, universities, organizations’ and corporations’ fitness clubs, health centers, golf courses and cruise ships amongst others.

“The fitness equipment industry is going through a period of explosive growth, and Wellness & Spas Middle East attracts buyers, investors, purchasers, developers, owners and industry professionals from hotels/resorts, wellness centers, clinics, health & fitness clubs, leisure centre’s, and hypermarkets amongst others.”

According to recent research, for every Dh5 spent on wellness programs, employers can expect a return of up to Dh50 through lower medical insurance claims, reduced days off due to sickness, and improved productivity amongst other factors.
/TradeArabia News Service/

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Cityscape Abu Dhabi extended to Friday

In an unprecedented decision in the history of Cityscape exhibitions, the Government of Abu Dhabi has requested the extension of Cityscape Abu Dhabi, the premier real estate development and investment event, by one day.

Cityscape Abu Dhabi will remain open for an extra day, which will conclude Friday evening, May 16th.

The exhibition was opened yesterday at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nayhan, crown prince of Abu Dhabi and deputy supreme commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

Mark Goodchild, project manager, Cityscape Abu Dhabi said, "We received a formal request from the Abu Dhabi government that they would like us to extend the event by one more day. This is unprecedented for Cityscape, but considering the massive interest on the first day, it is hardly surprising. We are delighted that the government should grant us such exceptional support and also that they recognise the importance of Cityscape for the development of Abu Dhabi and for many of the region's exciting projects." To underscore the importance of the event as a showcase for the capital's intricate planning, sustainable projects and investment transparency, Sheikh Mohammed agreed to be patron of Cityscape Abu Dhabi for a second successive year.

In terms of 'home-grown' support, the Abu Dhabi government and locally-based real estate heavyweights have shown full support for the industry showcase. Major local developers such as Mubadala, Sorouh Real Estate, ALDAR Properties and Al Qudra Real Estate all have a significant presence.

Organisers IIR Middle East said that the show was sold out some months ago, with over 300 confirmed exhibitors covering more than 30,000 square metres of exhibition space.

Platinum sponsors of Cityscape Abu Dhabi include Mubadala, Aldar, Sorouh, Al Qudra, The Land Holding Company and Escan. Gold sponsors include Dubai World Central, Tameer and Saudi Oger, with Future Brand and East and West Properties taking silver status. The Department of Municipal Affairs of Abu Dhabi is associate sponsor; Urban Planning Council of Abu Dhabi is strategic planning partner, while HSBC is investment sponsor.
/WAM/

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Million Dollar carpet comes to Dubai

A rare carpet hand-woven from pure silk will be showcased at the Domotex Middle East, due to be held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre between 25 and 27 May. The million dollar piece of art named 'Zahra' is one of the several exhibits to be showcased by the Japanese company Yazdani.

The International Trade Fair for Carpets and Floor Coverings is the only exhibition of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa region.

The leading trade show is seen as an event for discovering new trends, sourcing inspiration and smart ideas in the related field.

The two special events 'Designers Corner' and 'Creative Flooring' is expected to highlight the latest in interior design and floor laying techniques.

A total of 275 exhibitors from various countries throughout the world will be showcasing their products and innovations.
/WAM/

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Donate toys and make a difference

The Mother, Baby and Child Show Abu Dhabi calls on people to help make a difference by donating toys to autistic children.

Autism is the most common of the Pervasive Developmental Disorders, affecting an estimated 1 in 146 births. A simple donation of a toy, book or game at the Mother, Baby and Child Show (MBC) in Abu Dhabi, will help to brighten an autistic child’s life and help raise funds for the Gulf Autism Centre based in Abu Dhabi.

Children need toys and books to develop necessary motor skills, says the US National Institute for Early Education Research. Studies also show that infant toys are critical for brain growth that affects learning later in life and play is essential for all children to lead happy, healthy, and productive lives,.

Most children receive an abundance of gifts during birthdays and festive occasions, many of which get put away in a cupboard and never used. Encourage your child to share and re-gift one of their many presents or at least ask you children to donate toys they have outgrown, if those toys are in good condition or still in their original packaging.

“This year we also wanted to help make a difference to the lives of children in need, which is why we are launching our special donation drive for the Gulf Autism Centre, as well as our ongoing support to the Make a Wish Foundation.” says Shannon Norris, Events Director for TME, the organisers of the MBC Show:
People who wish to donate can drop off their toy donation at the Mother, Baby and Child Show which will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre on 29-31 May 2008. As a way of saying thank you, parents will receive a free entry ticket per family.

Now in its second year in Abu Dhabi, the MBC show offers plenty of free advice as well as the latest in childcare products, goods and services for everyone from parents-to-be through to parents with children up to the age of eight.
“As well as parental and medical advice, there is plenty for children at the show including appearances from their favourite TV characters, entertainment, play areas, goodie bags and bundles of fun,” adds Norris.

“Other highlights this year include a Fashion Show by Babyshop, with clothes modeled by children from the Gulf Autism Centre. To celebrate our first birthday, children born between 29-31 May 2007 will also be invited to join us on stage for cake, games and gifts.”

The special draw at the show will offer a star prize of 2 return tickets to New Zealand courtesy of Air New Zealand, as well as many other fabulous prizes.

The Mother, Baby and Child Show Abu Dhabi is expected to attract 150 exhibitors this year. An impressive 15,000 visitors visited the show in 2007 and TME, the show organisers, are expecting a great turnout again this year. Sponsors of the event include: Fuji Film, Fine, Milupa, Air New Zealand, National Bank of Abu Dhabi.

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‘Singapore’s Unique Transformation’ on Display at Arabian Travel Market 2008

A strong Singapore delegation is set to make its mark at the upcoming Arabian Travel Market 2008 to demonstrate the transformation of Singapore’s tourism landscape.

‘Singapore’s Unique Transformation’ - driven by a collection of strategic tourism developments and attractions - is set to consolidate the island-nation’s position as Asia’s travel destination of choice, reinforcing its reputation as a vibrant, exciting and a ‘must-visit’ city for every traveler.

Taking place in Dubai 6-9 May, Arabian Travel Market is the region’s leading annual travel and tourism exhibition.

The Singapore Tourism Board is confident that Singapore’s pavilion will draw a high level of interest from the travel trade industry as it hosts representatives from Singapore’s major attractions, leading hotels and travel agents, including a number of first-time exhibitors.

Plans are even underway to showcase a model of the Formula 1tm Singtel Grand Prix street circuit to ATM – creating a high level of buzz in anticipation.

“Our ever increasing range of diverse activities, high-profile events and world-class attractions are key to enticing both new and repeat visitors from the Middle East to come to Singapore,” Jason Ong, Area Director for Middle East & Africa, Singapore Tourism Board.

With billions of dollars invested over the past few years, Singapore’s tourism industry has been a key driver of the country’s strong economic growth, generating an estimated US$ 9.7 billion in tourism revenue in 2007 alone.

Exhibitors at the Singapore stand include major attractions such as the recently launched Singapore Flyer, the world’s largest observation wheel, the upcoming Marina Bay Sands due to open in end 2009, as well as favourites Sentosa Leisure Group and Underwater World Singapore.

Renowned hotels and resorts including the Swissotel, Pan Pacific and Amara Resort will be present, while new luxury brands such as the St. Regis Singapore will make their ATM debut.

Middle East focused travel agents including Uniglobal Holidays, Discovery Holidays and The Traveller, Millennium Tours & Travel, Look Asia Holiday and Tradewinds Tours & Travel will be present to network with the estimated 23,449 travel trade from the region expected at the event.

Singapore’s exhibition stand at Arabian Travel Market 2008 will be located in the Zabeel Hall (# AS450) of the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

About Singapore Tourism Board

The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is an economic development agency for one of Singapore’s key service sectors – tourism. The mission of the Board is to develop and champion tourism, so as to build the sector into a key driver of economic growth for Singapore. The STB aims to differentiate and market Singapore as a must-visit destination offering enriching experiences through the “Uniquely Singapore” brand. For more information, please visit www.stb.com.sg or visitsingapore.com.

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Dubai Entertainment, Amusement and Leisure Show (DEAL 2008)

The 14th edition of the Dubai Entertainment, Amusement and Leisure Show (DEAL 2008), which opens at Dubai World Trade Centre today, aims at breaking all records with the number of exhibitors already up by 20 per cent.
Some 200 companies from around the world have come to Dubai to exhibit the very latest in entertainment and amusement products.

Rides, games and play equipment; water facilities; audiovisual and theatre equipment; and decorations will all be showcased at the DEAL exhibition which will last until April 22.

Meanwhile, The World Water Park Association (WWA) will hold its Middle East Symposium during DEAL 2008. The symposium will provide DEAL participants with educational sessions, water park tours, networking receptions to leisure industry leaders and a behind-the-scenes tour of Ski Dubai.

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du to showcase Emiratization efforts at Career Fair 2008

Announcing its participation at Careers UAE 2008 for the third consecutive year, du, the integrated telecom service provider in the UAE, is continuing its focus on recruiting UAE nationals, in line with the UAE Governments' efforts in this direction. The Telco will also be announcing strategic partnerships during the course of the Career Fair. The 8th Annual Careers UAE 2008 will be held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre from 15-17 April, 2008.

The du stand (Z-G1) at the Zabeel Hall, has been specially designed to allow maximum comfort to participants, so they can apply for jobs and submit their CVs conveniently & efficiently. Members of du's UAE National Recruitment and Development Department will be present to provide candidates with advice and assistance. The ergonomically designed stand will have several other interactive facilities providing glimpses of the du work environment.

Fahad Al Hassawi, Executive Vice President, Human Resources said: “du has always worked towards being the employer of choice, by ensuring nationals get the best opportunities with regard to their career development. We have even created a dedicated Emiratization department for this purpose. Our participation at this year’s Careers UAE is a key step in our mission to increase the local talent base at du. UAE nationals represent the largest segment among du employees and we will continue with this trend.”

Al Hassawi added that du is extremely particular about the overall career development of the Emiratis it employs, and places a lot of importance on training and specific learning tools essential for professional advancement. du is establishing itself as the best place for nationals to not only begin their careers, but also to broaden their professional horizons. He emphasized that du is a young company which is dynamic and provides employees with room to grow, by offering them training & skills development programmes. This has resulted in du attracting high calibre professionals.

Locals comprise over 22% of the employees at du, with 40% of the Executive management consisting of locals.

du received over 4,400 applications from candidates at Careers UAE 2007. The company anticipates a bigger response this year, with a greater number of qualified graduates entering the job market. The 2007 Careers UAE attracted over 17,000 visitors over three days. (PR)

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The Arab World takes the spotlight at The London Book Fair 2008

The London Book Fair is proud to host an array of events and seminars to tie into its Arab World Market Focus 2008 programme. The Market Focus initiative is targeted at boosting trade with one particular region, with the ultimate aim of helping to build long term business partnerships and trade between the international publishing community and the Market Focus region, which this year is the Arab World (defined as the 20 countries and the 2 states that make up the Arab League and have Arabic as their registered official language).

This is the largest Market Focus programme ever run by The London Book Fair and has been three years in the making. It was devised with the British Council and the programme is the result of collaborative efforts of the past few years.

The selection of the Arab World as Market Focus is timely, with statistics showing strong trade growth in this area. In 2006 UK exports alone to the Middle East/North Africa increased by 13.3% to total £91 million, the largest increase from any region of the world, according to the UK Publishing Industry Statistics Yearbook (© PA 2007). Combined with a market of some 300 million potential readers, the Arab World represents a vast trading bloc full of potential to the international community. The London Book Fair will provide a forum to build cultural and commercial bridges with this region, and will showcase the richness and diversity of Arab literature.

The London Book Fair is honoured to announce that the opening event of the Fair will feature
H. E. Mr Amr Moussa, Secretary General of the League of Arab States, who will give the keynote speech at the Chairman’s Breakfast on Monday 14th April. This will be on the subject of “Arabic Partnerships: Opportunities and Complexities”. This will be followed by a tour of the Fair and a press briefing. Mr Moussa was previously Minister for Foreign Affairs in Egypt, and became Secretary General in 2001. He was awarded the Grand Cordon of the Nile, Egypt, May 2001 and the Order of the Two Niles, first class, Sudan 2001. He has received high Decorations from Ecuador, Brazil, Argentina & the German Federation.

Many new stands have been taken at this year’s Fair by exhibitors from the Arab World including:
 Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation (Translation scheme, UAE)
 Cambridge-Obeikan (Publisher, Saudi Arabia)
 Ministry of Information, Culture & National Heritage (Bahrain)
 Dar Al Saqi Lebanon (Publisher)
 Nahdet Misr Publishing & Printing (Egypt)
 Basemah Al-Failakawi (Kuwait)
 Ministry of Heritage and Culture, Oman
 National Council for Culture Arts and Heritage - Doha
 Ministry of Culture Youth & Development (UAE)
 Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture & Heritage
 Ministry of Culture, Lebanon
 Jordanian Publishers Association
 General Egyptian Book Organisation
 The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia
 Dar Al Shorouk (Publisher, Egypt)
 Motivate Publishing (UAE) Cont./
Other key Market Focus features include:

Alaa Al Aswany, the bestselling Egyptian author of The Yacoubian Building, will be Author of the Day on Tuesday 15th April. Born in 1957 he is a dentist by profession, and for many years practiced in the real Yacoubian Building in Cairo. He has written prolifically for Egyptian newspapers on politics, literature and social issues. He has been a strong campaigner for the need for free press and rule of law.

Forty Arab authors will be attending the Fair and taking part in an extensive seminar and events programme, organised in conjunction with the British Council. Participants include Rajaa Alsanea, Saudi author of The Girls of Riyadh, Jordanian writer Elias Farkouh and Khaled Al Khamissi, author of Taxi Stories.

Literary Café interviews will take place with Mourid Barghouti, the Palestinian Poet; Bahaa Taher, the winner of the International Prize for Arabic Fiction; and Egyptian author Khaled Al Khamissi.

A series of events aimed at facilitating trade between international and Arab publishers will take place including: Copyright and Publishing Contracts in the Arab Countries (hosted by ALECSO), Reviving Translation in the Arab World (hosted by Kalima) and Children’s Publishing in the Arab World (hosted by Oxford Brookes University)

A collection of Qur’ans and Arabic manuscripts from the 8th to the 19th century AD will be on display, kindly provided by the Khalili Collection. Professor Nasser D Khalili has been collecting art since 1970 and has assembled impressive art collections in a broad range of fields, including one of the most comprehensive collections of Islamic art in private hands which comprises some 20,000 items.

Launch of the first ever Emirates Airline International Festival of Literature – 11.00am Tuesday 15th April in the Piccadilly Room.

Press conference for Beirut as World Book Capital 2009 – 11.30am Tuesday 15th April at stand H905.

A Mezze bar selling Arabic food, featuring The London Book Fair / Banipal Display of Modern Arab Literature. This is a collection of fiction (novels and short stories), poetry and memoir by Arab authors, which have either been translated into English, or written in English. The display is designed for booksellers and librarians to show what is on offer from the Arab World in English, and also to encourage more translations from Arabic or French or other languages, into English and other languages.

An Arab Authors Evening at Foyles Bookshop on Charing Cross Road takes place on Monday 14th at 6.30pm. The panel will be chaired by Dedi Feldman from Words Without Borders, and will include Alaa Al Aswany with Khaled Mattawa and Hisham Matar. It will be a general discussion about Arab writing and will include a Q&A with the public. The event is free.

Emma House, Exhibition Manager International Development, The London Book Fair says: “I’m delighted that we have put together such an impressive range of events and other initiatives to mark the Arab World as Market Focus 2008. I have found the experience of forming business partnerships with people from the Arab World and discovering more about its literature extremely rewarding, and I’m sure this experience will be shared by everyone attending The London Book Fair. I have always had a warm welcome wherever I have travelled in the Arab World, and I am pleased to be able to offer the same hospitality to our Arab visitors. There is clearly great interest from Arab publishers in attending The London Book Fair and grasping potential commercial opportunities. I hope this will lay the foundation for many fruitful business partnerships for the future.”

British Council Director of Literature, Susanna Nicklin, says: ”Improving cultural understanding is the driver behind the Arab World seminar programme, while the backdrop of the fair provides the crucial business networking opportunities to complement that. The ultimate aim is to create relationships between organizations, people and countries. The result could be more Arabic books translated for the UK market and more Western works reaching Arab readers, giving people the opportunity to read what others have written and engendering more acceptance and understanding between our communities.“
The London Book Fair has already been involved in initiatives to open up the Arab World to the benefits of international trade with publishers. The team have been working closely with the British Council, which has been instrumental in building relationships with the region. This has included joint trips to book fairs in Damascus, Sharjah and Cairo to help facilitate contacts between British and Arab publishers, and to introduce them to the mutual benefits of trade.

Contact Details

For further information about The London Book Fair Market Focus 2008 please contact Amelia Rowland at Midas Public Relations on + 44 (0)20 7590 0813 or email Amelia.Rowland@midaspr.co.uk

Notes:

THE LONDON BOOK FAIR
The London Book Fair is the global publishing community’s leading spring forum for booksellers, publishers and librarians worldwide. Ideally timed to provide a concentrated 3 day trading and educational platform it gives all visitors and exhibitors access to the world’s books, real business contacts and shared knowledge. It provides everything that is required to compete effectively in today’s fast-paced marketplace.

THE MARKET FOCUS
The Market Focus programme, now in its fifth year, was first created in 2004 for LBF to draw attention to certain countries and highlight the trade links with this territory, its publishing industry and the opportunities for conducting business with the rest of the world. In the first year of the initiative, the countries highlighted were Slovenia, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary and the Czech Republic, followed in 2005 by Australia and New Zealand, in 2006 by Mexico and in 2007, Spain.

THE BRITISH COUNCIL
The British Council works in 110 countries and territories worldwide to build intercultural understanding between the UK and other countries through the arts, education and training, science and technology and governance. Our income in 2006/07 was £551m, of which grant-in-aid from the British government was £195m. For more information about the British Council's Literature department, please visit: http://www.britishcouncil.org/arts-literature
The British Council opened its first overseas operations in the Middle East, Near East and North Africa in Egypt in 1938 and now has 27 offices/centres across the region .

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The fourth International Digital and Imaging Exhibition will be held between April 8 and 10, 2008

PhotoWorld-Dubai 2008, the fourth International Digital and Imaging Exhibition - the region's only specialized photography and digital imaging show, will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre between April 8 and 10, 2008.

Organized by Channels Exhibitions, the three-day event will bring together the biggest names in digital imaging industry from around the globe.

PhotoWorld-Dubai 2008 will showcase every category of digital imaging that includes digital cameras, multimedia devices, digital printers, digital photo kiosks, handycams, overhead projectors, imaging software, digital minilabs, photographic and printing paper, studio accessories, photo finishing chemicals and digital albums. Exhibitors from US, Singapore, Germany and Italy will showcase the cutting edge hybrid technology in digital imaging

In his comments, Mr Justin Boutros, Managing Director of Channels Exhibitions, said:

'The show has now become an annual forum for international digital imaging brands to engage their users and non-users to touch, feel and experience their latest convergent imaging technology. We are confident the show will open up new business opportunities and avenues for exhibitors and visitors investing in the show.'

He added: 'Pixels and images are now a lifestyle statement and image capture is growing astronomically every day. Last year, the show enjoyed the patronage of over 4500 buyers and professionals from 65 countries thus making it a cost effective forum for harnessing business prospects offered by Dubai and the region.'

Being a focused industry led event, the show will accommodate the buying requirements of distributors, agents and wholesalers who are looking to add new international brands to their portfolio and identify new points of supply. Top brands at the show include Canon, Nikon and Sinar, who will be exhibiting their complete product range and professional digital imaging solutions. (AME Info)

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GETEX Dubai 2008

GETEX Dubai 2008, the Middle East's leading education, training and careers fair, opened at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) yesterday (Wednesday, April 2nd 2008).

The 20th GETEX Dubai will allow national and expatriate students access to more than 2500 secondary and tertiary education options from over 500 education providers through its GETEX- Student Recruitment event.
Anselm Godinho, Managing Director of show organizers IC&E, commented: "Over the years, GETEX Dubai has grown in size and scope bringing a diversity of academic courses and training options attracting some of world's leading universities and education providers, education equipment and technology suppliers, human resource recruiters and vocational training providers to construct the region's largest education forum."

Concurrently, GETEX- Careers & Training will offer employment opportunities for senior students looking for access to the job market, experienced employees climbing the career ladder and also caters to professionals wanting to acquire new skills through targeted qualifications.

He commented: "GETEX will also be hosting discussion forums, workshops, seminars and conferences that bring together expert knowledge with new ideas to generate new schema, paradigms and networks in education."

Additionally, GETEX- Education Equipment & Technology offers a trade platform for suppliers and purchasing decision makers for education, and serves as a point of access for new education technologies, equipment and methodologies entering the Middle East. The segment is hosting the GETEX- ISTE Global Forum for Technology & Innovation in Education, running from 1st-3rd April with a conference programme under the direction of the US-headquartered International Institute of Technology in Education.

In the UAE, GETEX is hosted under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Nahayan Bin Mubarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research .The event is supported by Dubai Knowledge Village (DKV), Dubai International Academic City (DIAC), Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) and all the universities affiliated with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research-including the Higher Colleges of Technology, Paris Sorbonne - Abu Dhabi, UAE University and Zayed University.

Also supporting GETEX is a host of international agencies and associations including the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) - USA, the British Council, Agence EduFrance, Canadian Conssulate, OSEC Business Network - Switzerland, the Italian Embassy, the German Academic Exchange Service, Enterprise Ireland and the South African Embassy.(PR)

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Alfred Nobel Exhibition to debut in Dubai on Sunday

Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd announced its sponsorship of Alfred Nobel Exhibition for the next five years. The fair, which will debut next Sunday, will be opened by HE Sheikh Nahyan Mubarak Al Nahyan, minister of higher education and scientific research and chancellor of Higher Colleges of Technology, along with Princess Victoria, crown princess of Sweden, in Higher Colleges of Technology (Dubai Men's College).

Starting from Dubai, the exhibition will make its way world-over, C.W. Suh, CEO of Samsung Electronics Middle East and Africa said: "UAE is a perfect place to host this fair following the fast advancement it is witnessing and the extreme care it is giving to innovation and excellence. The fair is a chance for educated youth to communicate with a series of innovative achievements that laid down the groundwork of the modern human civilization. Ever since 1965, the company worked, along with its partners, on spreading awareness and introducing the Korean culture to the world.

Samsung brings the Nobel Fair to this region as part of this same effort." In addition, visitors will have the opportunity to experience innovations from Samsung Electronics. There will be four zones dedicated to state-of-the-art high definition solutions including, businesses, entertainment, audio visual (AV) solutions such as LCDs and home theatre systems, printers, and digital photo frames, digital cameras and camcorders, and the latest in mobile phone technology. Each of the zones is dedicated to showcasing Samsung's commitment to state-of-the-art digital innovations that inspire and add value to consumers' lives. WAM

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First-ever Global Real Estate Institute (GRI) Exhibition

The first-ever Global Real Estate Institute (GRI) Exhibition in the Middle East that will be held at the Park Hyatt Hotel, Dubai Creek from 18th to 19th March, 2008, is expected to thrust Ras Al Khaimah’s (RAK) thriving property industry into international limelight. The Global Real Estate Institute in the UAE is being partnered by Rakeen, one of the most dynamic property developers and land master planners in Ras Al Khaimah.
Dr. Imad Haffar, Chief Operating Officer of Rakeen said, “Bringing together the expertise of well-established and high-profile real estate players from around the world, GRI provides a great opportunity to share and discuss ideas and insights.”

The real estate exhibition will showcase Rakeen’s international projects including those in Iran, India, Congo and Georgia. The real estate developer recently launched Bab Al Bahr, the Dh1.2 billion idyllic resort development, and has an illustrious portfolio of projects in the pipeline for Ras Al Khaimah, including Al Marjan Island, the first man-made island for the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, similar to the artificial islands off Dubai. Source

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Dubai International Horse Fair 2008 will be held from 20 - 22 March 2008

Some of the world's most prestigious equestrian equipment and service companies are set to arrive in Dubai this month for the Dubai International Horse Fair (DIHF), as international interest in the potential of the Arabian equestrian market increases.

The Arab world has a long history of breeding and raising champion horses and its status as an international market is exponentially increasing with the rise of developments like the UAE's iconic new Meydan Racecourse and the global prominence of the Dubai World Cup meeting.

As a result, some of the world's best-established European and American specialist suppliers are looking to raise their profile in the Middle East market through their participation in the Dubai International Horse Fair.

Abdulla Qassem, Board Member - Higher Organising Committee of Dubai International Horse Fair and Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship, said: "Many of the European companies exhibiting at this year's DIHF have developed a leadership position in their home markets and are looking to generate a similarly commanding presence in the Middle East and surrounding markets."

"This provides the potential for some very interesting competition between world-class companies, as well as ensuring that visitors are provided with the widest possible selection of premium equipment," he added.

One of the most innovative exhibition stands is set to come from France, with genetics experts CRYOZOOTECH providing material on the use of cloning for breeding championship race horses. The company is the first in the world to successfully complete the cloning of champions.

Among other high-end international exhibitors will be Horse Weigh of the United Kingdom, which will be launching a new mobile weighing concept at this year's DIHF, while ECB Equine Ltd will be demonstrating a full range of world equine hydrotherapy spas.

They will be joined by Kraft Horse Walkers of Germany. Kraft is particularly known for its unique oval horse walker and will have a working demonstration of their "Oval walker model" on their stand.

A new exhibitor for 2008 is Loddon Ltd. (UK), which has over 40 years' of experience in the equine industry, and which works with many of the leading names in this field - such as the Nad Al Sheba Racecourse in Dubai, the Singapore Turf Club, the Japanese Racing Association and for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom.

"We see Dubai International Horse Fair as a critically-important first step into the GCC countries, providing an important platform to promote our new stables in Qatar. We are looking to expand our business in the Middle East and see the exhibition as a key entry-point," said Derek Davies, Export Sales Manager, Loddon Ltd.

Another first-time participant is Racewood Ltd of the UK. The company will be displaying its interactive simulator, which imitates real-life racing conditions at most major racecourses throughout the world. The simulator is the world's first to address the psychology of racing, providing computer-generated insights into the jockey's technique and suggestions relating to use of the whip and balance.

Completing the display of equestrian products is a professional Veterinarian Seminar and Exhibitor Presentations.The sessions will be hosted by local and international speakers for professional and interested veterinarians, horse owners, breeders and trainers.

Guest speakers are represented from renowned UAE hospitals and laboratories, covering many different aspects from hoof care, injury recovery, therapy massage, nutrition, respiratory, reproduction and dermatology issues.

"The business of horses - whether they are for racing or recreational riding - is increasingly benefiting from the use of advanced technology in partnership with traditional methods. We believe the balance of exhibitors at this year's DIHF is among the most innovative and interesting we've ever assembled," concluded Qassem.

DIHF is held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, UAE Minister of Finance and Industry, from 20 - 22 March at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. The fair runs from 11:00am - 8:00pm on the 20th and 22nd March and from 2:00pm - 8:00pm on Friday, 21st March.

Notes and contacts

About Dubai International Horse Fair (DIHF) www.dihf.ae

DIHF 2008 will be held from 20 - 22 March 2008 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. For the fourth consecutive year, the exhibition will serve as a forum for international manufacturers, distributors, retailers and equestrian enthusiasts. Last year's edition hosted 213 exhibitors from 27 countries.

DIHF will be held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, UAE Minister of Finance and Industry. The exhibition will once again be alongside the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship (DIAHC), a world-class competition for purebred Arabian horses.

With the region's largest display of equestrian equipment, services, products and interactive horse experiences, the three-day exhibition is expected to attract thousands of visitors.

The Dubai International Horse Fair (DIHF) 2008 will be held from 20 - 22 March at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Halls 4, 5 & 6. Opening hours are 20 and 22 March 11am - 8pm, 21 March 2.00pm - 8.30pm. Admission to DIHF is free of charge and open to trade and consumers. Persons under the age of 16 do not need to complete the registration form, but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Source

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