MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL REINFORCES ITS COMMITMENT TO VISION 2030 AT FIRST SAUDI ARABIA HOTEL INVESTMENT CONFERENCE With a strong presence in the Kingdom spanning four decades, the company continues to support growth of hospitality sector with number of hotels set to more than double

Posted on March 13, 2018 by مشرف

The world’s leading hotel company, Marriott International, will reiterate its commitment to Saudi Vision 2030 at the inaugural Saudi Arabia Hotel Investment Conference (SHIC) 2018. With more than four decades of presence in the country, Saudi Arabia today, is the company’s second largest market in the Middle East with 23 operating hotels. Marriott International continues to nurture a robust pipeline with number of hotels set to more than double in the Kingdom.

Under the theme of ‘Focus on the Future,’ the Saudi Arabia Hotel Investment Conference (SHIC) 2018 is taking place under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, President, Saudi Commission for Tourism & National Heritage at Marriott Convention Center, Riyadh Marriott Hotel.

Marriott International’s future growth strategy is testament to the Kingdom’s vision to achieve a thriving economy, vibrant society and an ambitious nation largely achieved by the raising of non-oil revenue to $160 billion by 2020 up from $43.5 billion last year. Travel & Tourism will play a crucial role in boosting this revenue and strengthening the economy. During SHIC 2018, Alex Kyriakidis, President and Managing Director, Middle East and Africa, Marriott International will join Dr Badr Al Badr Chief Executive Officer, DUR Hospitality, and other hospitality leaders to discuss Marriott International’s strategic support in realizing Saudi Vision 2030.

Speaking on the occasion, Alex Kyriakidis said, “The Saudi Vison 2030 makes it a very exciting time for those working in, or hoping to work in the Travel & Tourism industry in the Kingdom. The renewed focus and investment in the sector opens up a wealth of opportunity for Saudi nationals. Following a successful 40 years in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, we remain committed to our continued support towards growth of the tourism sector. Our Saudi Arabia growth plan along with the implementation of our programs that aim to foster local talent underpins this collaborative approach.”

Marriott International recently rolled out its very successful ‘Tahseen’ program, a unique hospitality management development plan focused on fast tracking the next generation of Saudi leaders providing them a springboard to launch successful careers within the hospitality industry. The students get full exposure to the business of running a hotel resulting in a managerial opportunity.  Graduates experience six months of cross-exposure to all departments and 6 to 12 months of departmental specialization. The program is run in partnership with Cornell University and 32 participants were selected into the inaugural batch in September 2017.

“The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has the second largest number of hotel rooms under construction in the Middle East and Africa region. The first Saudi Arabia Hotel Investment Conference is validation of the progress the Kingdom is making in regards to hospitality and highlights the country’s focus on this important sector,” Kyriakidis concluded.

Marriott International operates 9 brands in Saudi Arabia including Aloft, Courtyard by Marriott, Four Points by Sheraton, Le Meridien, Marriott Executive Apartments, Marriott Hotels, Residence Inn, The Ritz-Carlton and Sheraton. The company will debut 3 new brands including Autograph Collection, Westin and Element while consolidating its existing portfolio of brands in the country.

Marriott International is the largest international operator in Middle East and Africa. The Hotel giant has a strong footprint of 23 operating hotels and more than 6700 rooms in Saudi Arabia with a robust pipeline of 29 hotels and over 5700 rooms in the Kingdom. The company has presence in 9 cities across the country. Riyadh remains the largest market for the company in the country with 8 operating hotels and 15 in the pipeline.  The company will also enter Unaizah, King Abdullah Economic City, Half Moon Bay, Yanbu and Jubail and will open its largest hotel in the country, Four Points by Sheraton Makkah Al Naseem with 1172 rooms in 2018 further giving an impetus to religious travel.

 

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HOTEL SAVOY, A ROCCO FORTE HOTEL IN FLORENCE, REOPENS ITS DOORS AFTER AN EXTENSIVE RENOVATION PROJECT IN COLLABORATION WITH EMILIO PUCCI

Posted on March 13, 2018 by مشرف

Rocco Forte Hotels celebrates the “renaissance” of Hotel Savoy with the unveiling of its beautifully refurbished Florentine hotel, found in the heart of the city. After undergoing 6 months of painstaking renovation, the prestigious hotel, built 125 years ago in 1893, officially reopens its doors on April 13th 2018.

Director of Design, Olga Polizzi, has enhanced the timeless elegance of Hotel Savoy, using contemporary themes, hints of the Renaissance and the very best artisans. Therefore, it doesn’t come as a surprise that world renowned Florentine fashion house, Emilio Pucci, has collaborated on the project, bringing the very essence of Italian design into the hotel. Laudomia Pucci, Image Director of the brand, has teamed up with Olga Polizzi to create a unique ambiance.

The collaboration starts with Emilio Pucci producing an exclusive scarf for the Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy. The architectural décor of the historical Piazza della Repubblica, which the hotel overlooks, is redesigned in a typical Pucci way and features an appearance of the Duomo of Brunelleschi. The unique silk scarves, in two colour varieties; bright pink and turquoise blue, are encased on glass table tops, becoming the key decorative element to fill the terrace restaurant, where the benches exude warm Italian colours of the Mediterranean.

The hotel entrance and lobby have been reinstated to their original grandeur, with a five-meter-high corniced ceiling and two new large reception desks which incorporate caryatid putti on the four corners, representing the four seasons and the ‘fleur de Lis’ –  the emblem of the city. The fluid and mostly white space is punctuated with Pucci accents and colourful art and design elements, including paintings by Luca Pignatelli.

The Pucci touch continues throughout the lobby where the print has been carried over on cushions that decorate the sumptuous sofas in a strong solid statement of black and fuchsia, whilst two armchairs undergo the ultimate Pucci treatment through a velvet flower print

that merges renaissance motifs with a pop art spirit. The modern and sophisticated look of the hotel lobby is completed with a hand tufted rug featuring the iconic “Lamborghini” print from the Emilio Pucci Archives in nuances of pinks, greys, white and black.

In addition to the public spaces, Olga Polizzi has also created a completely new look for the guest rooms and suites. By reducing the number from 102 to 80, many of them have been completely restructured and have increased in size to offer guests a more luxurious and spacious experience: the Junior Suites, the Grand View Suites and the new impressive 177m2 Duomo Presidential Suite that occupies its own wing with splendid views of Brunelleschi’s stunning Dome. Furthermore, on the 5th floor lies the unique, two story suite with a panoramic view of the roof tops of Florence.

Each of the rooms and suites has been designed to give a sense of calm and freshness and the tranquil tones used, combined with the luxurious fabrics in a mix of materials, create a predominantly Italian feel, mirroring the essence of Rocco Forte.

Exclusively designed Il Bronzetto tables, chairs, mirrors and pieces from Chelini Firenze workshop, combined with C&C Milano materials, give Hotel Savoy a uniquely Italian flavour. Olga Polizzi says, “It is wonderful to see how many craftsmen still work and create their masterpieces in the centre of Florence. We commissioned many artisans from the city, a lovely experience which I hope will make the hotel feel truly Florentine.”

Laudomia Pucci said: “Envisioning this unique project with Hotel Savoy meant working closely with Olga and it’s been a wonderful treat. For the very first time in hospitality and in the Emilio Pucci history, we have translated the creativity, which this city inspires by merging the elegance of the Savoy with the vibrancy and sophistication that is embedded in the Pucci codes and in the city of Florence itself, adding Pucci touches in the lobby and restaurant area of the Hotel.”

Following this significant renovation project, Hotel Savoy begins a new chapter in its history as renovated expression of luxury hospitality. The Florentine gem of Rocco Forte Hotels repositions itself as a landmark for 21st century travellers in Florence, a worldwide destination with a vibrant contemporary scene and birthplace of Italian fashion.

HOTEL SAVOY, A ROCCO FORTE HOTEL IN FLORENCE, REOPENS ITS DOORS AFTER AN EXTENSIVE RENOVATION PROJECT

Rocco Forte Hotels celebrates the “renaissance” of Hotel Savoy with the unveiling of its beautifully refurbished Florentine hotel, found in the heart of the city on the imposing Piazza della Repubblica. After undergoing six months of painstaking renovation, the prestigious Hotel, built 125 years ago in 1893, officially reopens its doors on 13th April 2018.

Director of Design Olga Polizzi has enhanced the timeless elegance of Hotel Savoy, using contemporary themes, hints of the Renaissance, Florentine fashion and the very best artisans of Florence. The hotel entrance and lobby have been reinstated to their original grandeur, with a five meter high corniced ceiling and with two new large reception desks which incorporate caryatid putti on the four corners, representing the four seasons and the ‘Fleur de Lis’, the emblem of the city.

The fluid and mostly white space is punctuated with colourful art and design elements, including paintings by Luca Pignatelli, all adding a sense of glamour. The Florentine theme continues with two classical stone figures also sourced in the city and a beautiful 17th century marble table with gold detailing, all adding a sense of grandeur to the lobby.

In addition to the public spaces, Olga Polizzi has also created a completely new look for the guest rooms and suites. By reducing the number from 102 to 80, many of them have been completely restructured and have increased in size to offer guests a more luxurious and spacious experience: the Junior Suites, the Grand View Suites and the new impressive 177m2 Duomo Presidential Suite, that occupies its own wing with splendid views of Brunelleschi’s stunning Dome. Furthermore, on the 5th floor, lies the unique two-story suite with a panoramic view of the roof tops of Florence.

Each of the rooms and suites has been designed to give a sense of calm and freshness and the tranquil tones used, combined with the luxurious fabrics in a mix of materials, create a predominantly Italian feel, mirroring the essence of Rocco Forte.

Exclusively designed Il Bronzetto tables, chairs and mirrors and pieces from Chelini Firenze workshop, combined with C&C Milano materials help to give the Hotel Savoy a uniquely Italian flavor. Olga Polizzi says: “It is wonderful to see how many craftsmen still work and create their masterpieces in the centre of Florence. We commissioned many artisans from the city, a lovely experience which I hope will make the hotel feel truly Florentine.”

Following this significant renovation project, Hotel Savoy begins a new chapter in its history as renovated expression of luxury hospitality. The Florentine gem of Rocco Forte Hotels repositions itself as a landmark for 21st century travellers in Florence, a worldwide destination with a vibrant contemporary scene and birthplace of Italian fashion.

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Xperia Ear Duo launches from Spring 2018 to reimagine the wireless headset

Posted on March 12, 2018 by مشرف

  • Xperia™ Ear Duo, the highly anticipated wireless “open-ear” stereo headset rolls out to select markets from Spring 2018, with pre-order starting from MWC 20181
  • Revolutionary “Dual Listening” experience brings capability to hear music and environmental sound simultaneously
  • Powered by Sony’s smart “SPRITZER” chip and an advanced multi-sensor platform, with contextual sensing and automatic activity recognition
  • Available in Black and Gold, compatible with Android and iOS2

Barcelona, Mobile World Congress, 26th February 2018, Sony Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) today announced that Xperia Ear Duo is rolling out from Spring 2018, with pre-order starting from Mobile World Congress 2018.

“Xperia Ear Duo represents what we’ve learned from almost a century of audio and acoustics research” said Hiroshi Ito, Deputy Head of Smart Product Business Group at Sony Mobile Communications. “Ear Duo is the first wireless headset to deliver a breakthrough Dual Listening experience – the ability to hear music and notifications simultaneously with sounds from the world around you.”

Acclaimed concept to commercial product: Xperia Ear Duo is built to reimagine the wireless headset

Xperia Ear Duo features Dual Listening technology, so you can listen to music and receive notifications, whilst simultaneously hearing environmental sound or conversation. Whether you’re listening to music during a workout or commute, it’s an unparalleled ambient experience.

The Spatial Acoustic Conductor, developed by Sony’s in-house technology incubator Future Lab Program™, allows the sound generated behind the ear by the unit´s driver to be transmitted directly into the ear. The specially designed ring supporter surrounds the ear canal so your music can blend seamlessly with sounds from your environment.

The volume intelligently adjusts based on your surroundings and background noise, with Sony’s Clear PhaseTM audio technology eliminating sound dispersion for crystal clear listening.   

Smart assistance when you need it

Driven by Sony’s ultra-low power consuming “SPRITZER” chip and a sophisticated multi-sensor platform, the “Daily Assist3” feature will recognise time, location and activities to offer relevant information throughout the day – reminding you what time your next meeting is when you reach the office or narrating the latest news headlines.

Xperia Ear Duo also responds to head gestures – the advanced sensors allow you to answer or decline incoming calls by shaking or nodding your head, or skipping through music by shaking your head left and right. You can also control your music and volume by simply tapping and scrolling on the device.

Voice control is also built in with flexible access to the personal assistants you use most, whether it’s Google Assistant or Siri. Quad microphone beam-forming isolates the sound of your voice, filtering out external noise to help you set reminders, send messages, make calls or launch an application, all freely and easily.

Designed to feel free

Made from durable stainless aluminium and soft rubber, Xperia Ear Duo sits under the ear to avoid interference with glasses or accessories. The open-ring supporter comes in three different sizes, and IPX2 splash proofing means it’s comfortable enough to wear all day, every day.

You’ll be able to enjoy up to four hours listening on a single charge, and the innovative compact case doubles as a charger, providing up to three times more power when you’re on the move. What’s more, the case offers a fast charging feature, giving you two hours of listening with just twelve minutes of charging.

Xperia Ear Duo rolls out from Spring 2018 in sleek Black and Gold styles – with pre-order starting from Monday 26th February at selected retailers. The companion application will be available for free download at the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

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Captivating your senses with immersive entertainment, the new flagship Xperia range takes smartphone entertainment to the extreme in a revamped design

Posted on March 12, 2018 by مشرف

  • Xperia XZ2 is the most immersive entertainment device to captivate your senses with extended 5.7” HDR Full HD+ display, powerful stereo speakers, plus a brand new Dynamic Vibration System that brings your content to life. Motion Eye™ camera now has world’s 1st 4K HDR Movie recording in a smartphone and Full HD 960FPS Super slow motion
  • The world’s most compact 5” smartphone, XZ2 Compact offers premium performance with extended 5” HDR Full HD+ display, the latest Motion Eye™ camera experience and Sony’s advanced AV technologies to maximise your entertainment in the palm of your hand
  • Both smartphones feature Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 845 Mobile Platform designed to deliver superior experiences and performance with Gigabit LTE download speeds to satisfy the most demanding technology enthusiasts
  • Brand new dual camera technology innovation with ultra-high sensitivity displayed at MWC

MWC, 26th February 2018 – Marking a unique evolution in Xperia’s engineering and design, Sony Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) today announced two new smartphones to headline its flagship range, Xperia XZ2 and Xperia XZ2 Compact. Built around the concept of bringing you the most immersive entertainment experiences yet – both models provide huge advancements in camera, display and audio technology as well as a beautiful new design to fit perfectly in your hand.

“If entertainment is your priority, then our new Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact are your smartphones”, said Hideyuki Furumi, Executive Vice President, Global Sales and Marketing, Sony Mobile Communications, “From what’s inside — world-class technology, to a new sleek, sophisticated design, these smartphones are everything you need and probably a lot more. We have pushed Sony’s boundaries even further with our new products for movie recording, viewing, and music listening – offering entertainment to the extreme.”  

Xperia XZ2

Entertainment to the Extreme

Pushing your viewing experience to the extreme, our flagship Xperia XZ2 has an extended 5.7” HDR Full HD+ 18:9 display so you can immerse yourself in your favourite movies and content in exceptional colour and contrast. Plus not only can you watch existing HDR content, using Sony’s BRAVIA® TV technology, X-reality™ for mobile, it will up-convert content to near High Dynamic Range (HDR) so even when you’re streaming videos you get better quality playback that feels like a movie experience.

Tuned for the ultimate and unique entertainment experience, XZ2 incorporates a new haptic experience, adding the perceptual sense of touch so you can feel your viewing experience. It uses Sony’s brand new Dynamic Vibration System which analyses audio data and lets you feel the action in your hands, bringing your movies, games and videos to life. Share your favourite videos with your friends thanks to the XZ2’s powerful front facing stereo speakers. Featuring S-Force Front Surround, they’re our loudest Xperia speakers ever.

High quality audio is also provided using Sony’s audio expertise with the truly authentic sound of Hi-Resolution Audio together with DSEE HX technology for upscaling. Quality is guaranteed when connecting to wireless speakers or headphones thanks to the enhanced Bluetooth technology LDAC which offers near High-Resolution Audio.

Extreme Video and Photo Capabilities

Motion Eye™ camera is pushed to the extreme and gets a ground-breaking upgrade with the world’s 1st 4K HDR Movie recording in a smartphoneI. You can now capture reality with incredible contrast, detail and true to life colour and share or upload to a compatible HDR TV or YouTube to view your content back in lifelike realism. Super slow motion video recording is also upgraded with 960fps now possible in Full HD to make your wow moments even more fascinating. Motion Eye™ camera brings you all the great still photography features you expect from Xperia with its intelligent control features such as Predictive Capture with motion and smile detection, Autofocus burst and Predictive Autofocus. Thanks to these superior features, plus our Quick Launch and Capture, you’ll never miss the moment.

For a truly unique and exciting way to capture memories 3D Creator application is now available with even greater flexibility for 3D scanning. Not only can you create 3D scans of objects or friend’s faces in less than a minute using the main camera, you can also now create 3D scans of yourself using the front camera – bringing to life your selfie in 3D and giving you endless opportunities in the 3D avatar world.  Post-processing is now available to achieve even greater quality of 3D scans. Plus once you’ve finished your 3D scan or selfie, you can now post directly to your Facebook timeline within 3D Creator.

 

Stunning New Design

All of these great experiences are encased in a new design expression with a fluid 3D glass surface that creates a seamless form that’s effortlessly comfortable in your hand. The elegant design is contrasted by its tough exterior, built with Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 and metal frame to add extra durability and a beautiful premium feel.  Its four different finishes offer a beautiful reflection and shine from every angle thanks to the beautiful glass and flow of light, available in Liquid Silver, Liquid Black, Deep Green and Ash Pink. Certified IP65/IP68, XZ2 is designed to withstand splashes and spills so you don’t have to think twice about answering your phone in the rain.

Ultimate Performance to the Extreme

Powered by the cutting-edge Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 845 Mobile Platform with X20 LTE, XZ2 will provide immersive user experiences at lightning-fast connection speeds (up to 1.2Gbps) with the second generation Gigabit LTE solution so users can enjoy a modern lifestyle whilst working or having fun. For example you can get an episode of a TV series in just 20 seconds with super-fast downloading.

With all the ability for speed and performance you’ll want assurance that your battery won’t let you down, and XZ2 definitely delivers. With a large 3180mAh battery and the most power efficient control ever thanks to its Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 845 Mobile Platform, XZ2 offers worry free all day usage. Xperia’s useful battery features are also included such as Smart Stamina, STAMINA mode, plus Battery Care and Qnovo Adaptive Charging technology which help the battery stay healthy to give you a longer battery lifespan. For effortless charging you can also use the wireless charging dock (WCH20), and other compatible Qi chargers, by simply placing your XZ2 on the dock to power up without the need to plug in.

Xperia XZ2 Compact

The Best of Sony Technology in a Compact Design

A firm favourite in the Xperia flagship line-up, the premium compact smartphone takes on even greater things with XZ2 Compact. It delivers big screen entertainment in the palm of your hand with its 5” HDR Full HD+ 18:9 extended display, making it the world’s most compact 5” smartphone. With its large screen and powerful stereo speakers it’s designed to be the ultimate compact entertainment device.

It also has a multitude of premium updates found in its big brother XZ2, such as all of the Motion Eye™ 2018 upgrades including 3D Creator for selfie and Full HD Super slow motion as well as its premium still image capture.  It’s also packed with Sony’s audio enhancing technologies such as Hi-Res Audio and front facing stereo speakers for your ultimate entertainment. This small but mighty smartphone is all powered by the latest, fastest ever, Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 845 Mobile Platform.

Crafted to perfection, XZ2 Compact has the same design philosophy as XZ2 with its beautiful curved body that gives you the best comfort in your hand. Durability is ensured with a tough exterior including Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5, anti-scratch hard-grade polycarbonate, IP65/IP68 and metal frame. It is finished in four beautiful colours with a smooth frosted finish; White Silver, Black, Moss Green and Coral Pink.

Accessories

A range of supporting accessories will be available including covers Style Cover Touch and Style Cover Stand in corresponding colours for both models. Also available are charging accessories Wireless Charging Dock (WCH20)xi  for fast effortless charging and Quick Charger UCH12W providing hours of battery time by plugging in for just a few minutes. The new 2-way Style USB Audio & Bluetooth® Headset (SBH90C) allows you to enjoy music and talk wirelessly in high quality as well as via a wired USB Type-C™ Cable option that offers Hi-Res Audio with direct USB digital output. It will also charge from Xperia whilst you’re listening so you can switch easily between wireless if your battery is running low. Open-ear Stereo Headset (STH40D) offers lightweight and comfortable dual listening, and Xperia Ear Duo utilises Sony’s acoustics leadership to deliver wireless ‘open-ear’ stereo headphones, so you can listen to music, access information and communicate whilst simultaneously hearing sounds from the world around you. A USB Type-C™ 2-in-1 Cable (EC270) is also available for enjoying audio with non-Bluetooth headphones and simultaneously charge your phone. Please check with local operators and retailers for availability.

Availability

Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact are available globally from March 2018 both will ship with Android™ 8.0 Oreo.

Camera technology innovation preview

At Sony, we know how important a sophisticated camera is in a smartphone, so we have continued to push the boundaries of what is possible. At MWC our new ultra-high sensitivity camera technology which has the power to see the unseen — including images in extreme low light – will be showcased. With a newly developed dual camera and Sony’s newly developed fusion image signal processor which makes real-time processing possible, it allows image capture in extremely dark conditions thanks to its unprecedented ISO sensitivity 51200 for photos and ISO 12800 for video which is currently only possible with inter-changeable lens cameras. Ultra-high sensitivity will allow users to take brighter images with less noise and less blur. It’s a technology innovation to spark the desire appetite of camera enthusiasts.

https://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-xz2/specifications/

Full specifications for XZ2 Compact can be found here:

https://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-xz2-compact/specifications/

 

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3D Creator Update: Direct to Facebook sharing now possible

Posted on March 12, 2018 by مشرف

Starting today you will be able to upload your 3D scans directly to your Facebook timeline from 3D Creator and be the first of your friends to have a 3D picture on social media.

This new update means 3D Creator users can share their 3D scans directly to their Facebook friends using Facebook’s interactive 3D post format, so anyone who sees the post will be able to rotate, spin, pinch and zoom in directly from the Facebook News Feed –  opening up a whole new world of possibilities for 3D sharing.

Not used 3D Creator yet? With the exclusive Xperia app, you can capture your world in 3D straight from your smartphone, and turn people and objects into high-resolution 3D avatars.

3D creation is no longer just for professionals – 3D Creator by Sony has made it accessible to everyone and enabled 3D scanning in a matter of seconds and sharing in an instant. For existing XZ1, XZ1 Compact and XZ Premium users who have 3D Creator, the application will be updated through Google Play.

Read more about Facebook’s newest updates to 3D posts,  here.

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Xperia XA2 Ultra, your ultimate “dual selfie” companion!

Posted on March 12, 2018 by مشرف

If you are passionate about taking selfies, here comes something new from Sony Mobile to experience. The new Xperia XA2 Ultra featuring dual front cameras with front flash, will let you take clear shots regardless of lighting or environment. You will also be able to fit more friends and surroundings into your selfies, thanks to its 120° super wide-angle.

The beautiful borderless design comes with a high capacity battery, which enables you to do more of what you love for longer, and share your daily stories on your social pages with smooth and speedy performance. Xperia XA2 Ultra is available in in four contemporary colours to match your taste: Silver, Black, Blue and Gold.

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Arena Opens its Second and Most Advanced Facility in Riyadh!

Posted on March 12, 2018 by مشرف

Arena celebrated the opening of their new branch in Riyadh city, which counts as their second facility in the capital. The new state of the art facility combines functional training and martial arts, offering its members an elite experience with top fitness experts, advanced equipment, modern facilities and the most vigorous functional training programs under one roof for men, women, and youngsters in the Kingdom. The opening ceremony was held in an open house event, welcoming VIPs, media, and social media sports and fitness influencers.

With an expansion across the kingdom, Arena was built on the foundation of promoting healthy living and personal development, throughout their continuous affiliations with renowned fitness and well-being brands such as CrossFit, Master Ricardo Liborio, Eleiko and Parisi Speed School, to provide the growing customer base with a diverse range of cutting-edge programs and a dynamic fitness experience unlike any other.

On the opening of the new branch, Founder Nasir Al-Shareef commented “we believe in a higher purpose to honor our role in reinvigorating social development and building a strong and productive society, which is at the heart of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and increasing mass participation, as it aims to establish a thriving society where all enjoy a good quality of life and an attractive living environment.

Through training and martial arts, we help in building characters, and unleash the inner potential within each and every one of us to make a difference in our nation as patriotic citizens.”

Also, Co-founder and CEO Mohammed Fayez commented “We do not want to make money, we want to be successful and that can be achieved by staying true to one’s purpose in life.  We aspire to become leaders in the functional and martial arts scene, offering the latest and most innovate for men, women, boys and girls all under one roof.  

Moreover, building the body from the inside out is vital for overall wellbeing, which can be achieved though raising awareness and educating people on the benefits and importance of a healthier lifestyle.

Our science led fitness programs and facilities are built around strengthening community, comradery, excitement and achieving results.  Through that, we can elevate society’s standard of living by reducing obesity, diabetes, heart problems and stress. Ultimately, touching people’s lives on an individual, family and society level, which can be passed on to generations to come.”

ARENA is proudly operating with a multitude of skills and a wealth of sports management experience, as they brought onboard the most qualified experts in fitness and martial arts in Saudi Arabia, and today they are considered the most unique fitness and Martial Arts Center in the kingdom with 9 state-of-the-art branches that span between Jeddah and Riyadh.

 

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Dr. Hatem Hassanein: the issues of debt collection and competed on the throne of the courts. Even more than Divorce cases. issues of debt collection tops the list, there is a close relationship between the law firms and debt collection offices Dr. Hatem: debt collection needs a lots of specifications and qualifications to work with Defaulters.

Posted on March 5, 2018 by مشرف

Legal and financial adviser has revealed, executive chairman of Al-sareem Al-battar Dr. Hatem Mahjoub Hassanein.said that debt collection has become the most important and the most dealt with cases in the courts of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf capitals during the current period, compared with previous years, as in the past, divorce cases were the most sectors in 2015 and 2016 at the end of 2017 and now the issues of debt collection make the lead .

Hassanein pointed out that the issues of debt collection on the two-fold relation to ransnational corporations and the other side of individuals here, highlight the problem according to their needs.

He pointed out that there are outsiders on the issue of debt collection and non-specialists and other licensed and do not have certificates that qualify them to the market and work in this area which needs strong experience and skills of individual action plans and a strategy that combines legal matters, community and individual skills.

Dr. Hatem added that law firms and offices of debt collection needs to provide the essential elements in the success of any human factor to resolve any money claiming case.

psychological method and Communication skills is the method of dealing with defaulters, and persuasion skills like sales and marketing to an end, as well as control of the reins and cleverness in dealing with defaulters as well as the ways of financial packages, and decisively to put an end to the problems.

Dr. Hatem stated that there is a close link between Law Firms and Offices of debt collection.

Complementing Each Other to a large extent with high common issues epically in civil matters Dr. Hatem revealed that their motto is “do not collect = bankruptcy in companies and Withdrawal from the market”.

and asked all companies and individuals to search for specialized offices, qualified in the field of educational attainment remained unchanged.

Therefore, the focus should be specialities and prevented medical DISCIPLINES QUANTIZES DENTIST for example the highest know the difference between debt collection by individuals or legal offices.

He added that the present time debt collection is the most important of the need to end the bad debts liquidations 2020 as the next two years will be renewed and which would retreat at the end of the year last DEMATERIALIZATIONin Saudi and GCC market.

Confirming that legal action is the last phase in the collection of debts as a treatment.

Saudi Arabia has started recently in the area of debt collection law offices and plays an important role, and has the capabilities of unbiased and patient in dealing with clients, whether individuals or institutions as well as the wisdom of the COOLIO in dealing with some of the defaulters, especially that there are Businesswomen defaulters and some do not deal with them because of gender. However, young Saudi women are able and empowered in the field of debt collection and the are excellent lawyers.

Dr. Hatem highlighted the importance of finding the sessions for debt uncollectible as well as specialized institutes to create a cadre of trained on right bases and qualify them to go to work in the field.

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U.S. Beef Exports to Saudi Arabia

Posted on March 5, 2018 by مشرف

  • Delicious, high quality, halal, and 100% vegetable protein fed U.S. beef is now available in Saudi Arabia.  U.S. beef is exported to 110 countries, and we are proud that it is back in Saudi Arabia.  It is produced on about 900,000 ranches across the United States, 97% of which are family-owned.  Most are fairly small, and many have been owned by the same family for several generations.
  • The average cow grazes on a land area equal to several football pitches for twelve months and nurses from its mother for six months.  All U.S. beef shipped to Saudi Arabia is certified by halal certification agencies and comes from a small number of facilities approved to produce beef for Saudi Arabia.
  • Supplies of U.S. beef in Saudi Arabia are currently limited, but the number of restaurants and retailers carrying U.S. beef will grow over the next few months.  American ranchers consistently produce a high quality product, and restaurants around the world rely on this quality to improve the experience of their customers.
  • The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) imposed a temporary ban on imports of U.S. beef and beef products on May 9, 2012 following a discovery of an atypical and spontaneous case of Bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in California.  BSE cases in the United States are rare, and feed is regulated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).  The ban was lifted on June 28, 2016, following negotiations that ended in December 2015.  SFDA regulations for livestock and poultry meat products require that the animals slaughtered have not been fed animal protein.  In order for USDA to issue the required animal protein free certification, U.S. exports of beef to the Kingdom must come from slaughter facilities that participate in a complex Bovine Export Verification Program.
  • All food produced in the United States can be, and most often is, sold and consumed in the United States.  We have developed strong and independent regulators that insure the safety and quality of U.S. foods for our own citizens and the millions of people that enjoy U.S. food around the world.  Those regulators are present in every establishment that handles exported meat.
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Smiling with confidence an issue for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as survey results reveal the need for immediate action to counter poor oral hygiene

Posted on February 24, 2018 by مشرف

The Saudi Dental Society and Colgate, the global oral care experts, have kicked off a month long campaign to improve oral hygiene across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as part of their joint commitment to raising nationwide standards.
Oral Health Month, the joint community focused initiative, launches on the back of a recent survey commissioned by Colgate, which revealed that more than 75 percent of residents across the KSA admitted to visiting a dentist only when they are in pain and need treatment.
Speaking at a press conference to announce the annual ‘Oral Health Month’ campaign, Dr. Fahad Al Shehri, President of the Saudi Dental Society, urged the dental care industry to support their drive to raise awareness of preventive oral care habits across the Kingdom.
“With more than three-quarters of the population yet to adopt proactive dental care practices, it is evident that there is still a major need for change in the way residents approach oral care. Through community led initiatives, such as Oral Health Month, we hope to increase awareness among residents of all ages, especially the younger generation, allowing them to start implementing healthier oral care habits early on in life,” said Dr. Fahad Al Shehri.
The effects of poor oral care is further highlighted through the recent survey when almost 50 percent of respondents confirmed they felt that having bad teeth impacted their overall health – which ultimately impacts one’s overall self-confidence. This is further proven as a staggering 66 percent of residents indicated that they were less confident about their smiles and smiled less as a result of having bad teeth. From the different age groups surveyed, respondents between the ages of 18 – 24 demonstrated a stronger negative impact to their confidence with 70 percent of them citing they felt less sure about smiling because of the poor condition of their teeth.
“We want to encourage everyone, especially the youth across the Kingdom, to smile more and feel confident enough to smile without worrying about the condition of their teeth. To do so, residents need to understand the need for better daily oral care and adopt proactive habits such as visiting the dentist regularly in order for them to have cleaner, healthier teeth,” said Mr. Marios Trikides, Marketing Director, Colgate. “With people feeling their overall health is significantly impacted by the condition of their teeth, there is a need for an immediate shift in their existing oral care practices and a conscious decision to introduce better dental care and eating habits to reduce any negative impact to their overall wellbeing.”
Almost half (47 percent) of residents surveyed confirmed the condition of their teeth directly affects their eating choices, and a third of respondents felt having bad teeth limited their ability to socialize.
As veterans in the oral care industry, Colgate are experts on the positive impact healthy teeth have and through several global and country-specific initiatives, aim to make people smile and feel happier about themselves. The annual Oral Health Month campaign in KSA offers residents month-long opportunities to visit dentists and receive an overdue dental check-up, for free. More than 3854 dentists across the Kingdom have signed up to the Oral Health Month campaign, pledging to support the initiative by offering residents across the nation a chance to make that change in their approach towards oral care.
“We applaud the consistent efforts of both Colgate and the dentists across the country to encourage Saudis to make preventive oral care an Amanah and enhance the overall health for themselves and their families,” added Dr. Al Shehri.
The partnership between the Saudi Dental Society and Colgate during Oral Health Month and the network of dentists who have signed up to the 2018 initiative is designed to widen its reach and encourage residents to smile more confidently, according to Dr. Al Shehri.
Residents can also visit the campaign’s dedicated website www.colgateamanah.com to book a free dental appointment at their closest community clinic. Oral Health Month runs from March until mid-April, inviting Saudi residents to access the free dental checkups opportunities available and also the chance to learn about how simple oral health care habits can be adopted at home.
Supporting the initiative, Colgate will be running road shows across Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah with dental check-up booths set up across several malls that allow mall-goers and families the chance to avail a free dental check-up.
Residents in Jeddah can head to the Red Sea Mall between 22 – 24 March
In Dammam residents can head to the Dahran Mall between 5 – 7 April
Residents in Riyadh will be able to receive their free dental check-up when they visit Grenada Mall between 12 – 14 April

For residents looking to book their free dental checkup during Oral Health Month, visit www.colgateamanah.com to find your nearest participating dentist.

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