AFOC Open Sports Festival opens in Abu Dhabi
Fireworks light up the night sky during the inauguration of the 13th
AFOC Open Sports Festival in Abu Dhabi...
The 13th Open Sports Festival of the Armed Forces Officers Club (AFOC),
opened in Abu Dhabi late on Sunday evening. Minister of Public Works,
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, inaugurated the annual Ramadan
sports event following a spectacular opening ceremony, which was
held in two segments - indoor and outdoor.
The colourful and sensational opening ceremony attracted a number of
sheikhs, ministers, members of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, other
senior officials, members of the diplomatic corps, heads of the various
sports associations in the country and other dignitaries.
The indoor ceremony, which lasted around 40 minutes, was held in the
AFOC auditorium and showcased a blend of heritage and modernity in
the UAE.
The success of the event was due to the planning of the Higher Organising
Committee, led by Lt. General (Rtd) Mohammed Hilal Surour Al-Ka'abi,
who is also AFOC Board Chairman, and the various sub-committees.
The ceremony also highlighted the role of Her Highness Shaikha
Fatima bint Mubarak (the Mother of the Nation) in empowering women
and supporting
them since 1973 through the establishment of the Abu Dhabi Women's
Organisation and the UAE General Women's Union.
More than 3000 contestants, representing 55 nationalities, from within
the UAE and abroad are participating in the annual sports festival
which will last until September 13.
The guest of honour, Shaikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, torched
the Olympic flame to formally declare the games open amidst big applause.
This was followed by spectacular fireworks which illuminated the
sky of Abu Dhabi in beautiful colours to signal the commencement
of the annual sports festival.
Press Release Gulf News, 24. August 2009
New Porsche 911 hits UAE
Porsche has launched its new 911 range in the UAE.
More powerful flat-six engines, with direct fuel injection, are among
the highlights of the new series for the rear-wheel and all-wheel
drive variants. Power is upped to 345bhp on the Carrera and Carrera 4 models, while
the S variants now develop 385bhp. The new PDK dual clutch will
also be available as an option in the new series.
The new models are now available at Porsche dealership in Dubai.
Press release Gulf News, 27th October 2008
A380 the future is ready for boarding – The
1st Delivery to Emirates Airline
Lao la waves for his Highness Sheik Ahmed Bin Said Al Maktoum...
Emirates Airline has taken delivery of its first Airbus A380 aircraft
in an historic delivery ceremony with over 500 guests in Hamburg, Germany.
The first customer A380 powered by Engine Alliance engines, was presented
to Chairman and Chief Executive Emirates Airline and Group, Sheik Ahmed
Bin Saeed Al-Maktoum and to Emirates President, Tim Clark by Tom Enders,
Airbus President and CEO and John Leahy, Airbus Chief Operating Officer,
Customers. Also present was James Moravecek, Engine Alliance President
and Bruce Hughes, former Engine Alliance President.
“
Emirates was quick to recognize the potential of Airbus’ all
new A380 design, with its large double-deck capacity and excellent
operating economics. It will be one of the pillars of Emirates’ future,” said
Sheik Ahmed. “With its very low fuel burn and quietness, the
A380 also sets new standards in environmental performance. It will
definitely help air transportation and Emirates grow, while reducing
the impact on the environment,” he added.
At the ceremony, Emirates unveiled its exclusive, spacious and luxurious
cabin, featuring 489 seats (14 first class suites, 76 business and
399 economy). For added passenger relaxation, innovative ceiling mood
lighting throughout creates a calming starry night sky effect.
“
Fulfilling the A380 dream has required vision, innovation, a lot of
courage and determination. Emirates shared in this vision early on
and today the result is the world’s most modern, innovative and
eco-efficient aircraft ever built. The A380 is changing the way people
travel. Airbus is proud of all the engineers, staff and customers such
as Emirates who have made the A380 a magnificent reality,” said
Tom Enders.
Press release German and Gulf Newspapers on line! 28./29.07.2008
$1bn 'Property House' launched in Dubai
A new Dubai-based real estate firm, Property House, was launched in
Dubai, with plans to invest $1bn in residential and commercial projects
over the next year. The company, which has affiliates in Pakistan and
Turkey, has already bought land in Dubai and invested in a $4bn mixed-use
development in the northern emirate of Ajman in partnership with South
Korean property developer Dseco.
Press release AMEinfo
Over 600 firms to take part in Gitex Saudi Arabia 2008
Riyadh: More than 600 IT companies from 13 countries will showcase
their products at the Gitex Saudi Arabia 2008.
The five-day event will be organized by Riyadh Exhibitions Co., in
cooperation with Dubai World Trade Center and Riyadh Chamber of Commerce
and Industry.
The exhibition will be a major boost in fulfilling the continuing demand
for information and communications technology (ICT) hardware, software
and solutions in the Saudi market.
Mohammad Al Husseini, deputy director-general of Riyadh Exhibitions
Co., said Gitex 08 will showcase the latest versions of digital and
electronics products such as mobile phones, computers, digital cameras,
computer accessories and...
http://www.gulfnews.com
Dubal Family Day: Bigger And Better Than Ever
Aluminum smelter treats employees and their families to a fun-filled
event
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Employees of Dubai Aluminum Company Limited
(“DUBAL”), together with their spouses and children, gathered
at the company’s smelter complex at Jebel Ali on Friday 16 November
2007 for the biennial DUBAL Family Day. Held within the Residential
Area of DUBAL’s 480-hectare site, the event drew more than 8,000
people across the age spectrum, all of whom were delighted by the range
of entertainment and refreshments on offer.
There was something for everyone to enjoy – from jumping castles
to face painters, traditional singers to hot air balloon rides, and
children’s fun rides to a fireworks display. Catering for every
interest while captivating the imagination, a variety of artistes performed – including
jugglers, balloon twisters, acrobats, a magician/illusionist, and Indian
and Tanoura dancers. Lots of food and drink was also available, ranging
from cold drinks and snacks to a buffet dinner.
The atmosphere was a-buzz with excitement throughout the day, as colleagues
and friends intermingled and made the most of a relaxing day among
family.
http://www.dubal.ae/mediacentre/Article.aspx?id=343
It's Bauma time!
...At Bauma, Hyundai has created a world that will amaze you. Welcome
to the Hyundai studios! Red carpets, walk of fame, glamor & glitter
and the biggest stars...
Hollywood actors, motocross drivers and Hyundai operators are connected
by the professionalism and excitement of their jobs. They were able
to turn their hobby into their profession, or was it the other way
around?...
http://www.hyundai.be
Shaikh
Ahmad Bin Said Al Maktoum (r.) and Airbus CEO Tom
Enders signing the letter of intent for 30 A330-300s and 30 A350
XWBs. 
