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Genesis Saudi Arabia (AL Wallan Trading Company, Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors Co. and Al Majdouie Automotive Co.) is showcasing the all-new Genesis G 80 Sport at the 11th edition of the Luxury Motor Show (EXCS11), being held in Riyadh until Sunday, October 8.

The all-new Genesis G 80 Sport is an important addition to the growing Genesis lineup of luxury automobiles. It joins the Genesis G90 and G80 models, and the launch is expected to provide a substantial impulse to strengthen the Genesis brand in the Saudi Arabian market.

Sheikh Fahd Al Wallan, CEO of Wallan Trading Company, Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors Co. and Al Majdouie Automotive unveiled the all-new G 80 Sport in the presence of senior executives of Genesis Middle East and Africa, and the press.

“The Genesis brand, which was launched in 2016, has already achieved significant global success, especially in Korea, Saudi Arabia and the United States,” said Sheikh Fahd Al Wallan.

“The launch of the all-new G80 Sport constitutes an important step within the general framework of Genesis’ strategic plan, aimed at promoting Genesis products through introducing a new range of SUV models equipped with new engines, to achieve its goal of launching six new models by 2021.”

The arrival of the Genesis G80 Sport represents a firm commitment to providing models that meet Saudi clients’ high expectations and aspirations by both Wallan Trading Company and Genesis Motors.

Mike Song, Genesis’ Head of Operations for Africa and the Middle East, underscores the Saudi Arabian market as being an important hub for Genesis, which has succeeded in consolidating its position as an important luxury brand.

“Since its debut, Genesis enjoyed great admiration and demand in Saudi Arabia, and has built a positive reputation for advanced engineering and high quality,” said Mr. Song.

The Genesis G80 Sport design team has worked hard to create an integrated experience for lovers of luxury and comfort, where high performance is coupled with unique internal and external designs that enhance dynamic performance and offer unprecedented comfort for all car occupants. Genesis has made great efforts to offer something truly different in the automotive market with the production of the G80 Sport.

The all-new Genesis G80 Sport embodies sporting elegance in every sense, and integrates style, high performance, and exceptional driving dynamics. This model is available in two interior colors, either black and grey, and seven exterior colors.

The car is equipped with a 3.3-liter twin-turbo V-6 engine that produces 370hp, with maximum torque of 510 Nm at 6000 rpm, and which can propel the car from 0–100 km/h in just 5.9 seconds.

The Saudi Build Exhibition, organized by Riyadh Exhibitions Company Ltd., continues its preparations to launch its 2017 edition under the patronage of the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs. The exhibition will kick off on October 23rd at the Riyadh international convention and exhibition center, and will continue until the 26th, in concurrence with Saudi Stonetech and Saudi Build PMV series.

The organizing team are working towards yet another successful version of this leading exhibition that is considered the biggest trade show in Saudi Arabia specialized in construction materials, building, environmental technologies, stones, plants, machinery and vehicles.

More than 500 global and local exhibitors from 30 countries will be taking part in the exhibition this year, coming from Canada, Britain, India, Denmark in addition to the 8 international pavilions namely: Italy, Germany, China, Turkey, Egypt, Portugal, United Arab Emirates and Morocco whose presence will add value to the Saudi construction market.

The participation of local companies will help create exposure on the high-quality products and effective contribution they offer to the construction market locally, in addition to the participation of the Saudi council of engineers that will be organizing industry related workshops.

The exhibition is considered a major attraction for manufacturers and suppliers of construction materials and equipment, entrepreneurs, specialists, contractors and real estate developers. It aims to offer the highest construction services, and the widest range of solutions and potential investment opportunities.

In this context, Mr. Khalid Alamdar, Director of Sales and Marketing at Riyadh Exhibition company Ltd. emphasized the importance of this unique event for individuals and corporates who are interested in this sector and explained that it has become a major hub for companies and investors in the construction sector. He also highlighted the key role that the exhibition plays in the development of the building and construction sector in Saudi Arabia and the increase of the local production.

Dubai Design District, d3 showcased the works of 18 designers across the Middle East region including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco, at the four-day designjunction event, running from 21 to 24 September, a part of London Design Festival.

Held at Granary Square, Kings Cross, London, the show is a leading destination for design, arts and culture and featured a variety of immersive experiences, creative workshops and talks.

Mohammad Saeed Al Shehhi, COO at d3, said: “We were pleased to be a part of this prestigious event. The team curated pieces from some of the region’s most talented designers to showcase the expertise we have in the Middle East. We are particularly proud to have four of d3’s own designers displaying their works at the exhibition. As a design district, we play a central part in promoting creativity in the design world. Our participation at this leading event helps position the Middle East as a global creative centre.”

Co-curated by Suzanne Trocmé, British designer, curator and author, the exhibition titled: Middle East: Design Now! featured traditional materials, design methodologies and displayed the art works of designers and artists across diverse mediums. Many of the designers utilised traditional methods, materials and motifs in a modern day context, offering an insight into how memory and DNA play a part in the creation of contemporary artefacts and graphics.

Participating designers at the event included:

Alia Al Mazruie from the UAE – Furniture designer experimenting with low contoured seating

Aljoud Lootah from the UAE – Established young designer with a presence in museums internationally, who showcased mixed media furniture and objects

Ayah Al Bitar from Saudi Arabia – Showcasing her local inspired modular seating and contemporary prayer beads

Bokja from Lebanon – The designs incorporate traditional objects including Aubusson tapestries and modern classic chairs

Chacha Atallah from Tunisia – Bold furniture statements from the architect reflecting the region and spirit

Cherif Morsi from Egypt – New works from the established and industrial designer

Gafla from the UAE – Inspired by local culture, her jewellery pieces include pearl pieces and Oud receptacles

Ghassan Salameh from Lebanon – Presents his Zoomorphic lighting

Hayan Maaní from Jordan – Graphic design evoking culture and subculture in Jordan

Kawthar Al Safar from Kuwait – Sand cast unique pieces

Latifa Saeed from the UAE – Showcasing her Iconic chair

Loulwa Al Radwan from Kuwait – Contemporary sculpture pieces, rich in material, simple in design

Manal Al Maimouni from Kuwait – A unique seating piece representing visual memory from the region

Marc Baroud from Lebanon – Transforms contemporary normal objects

Nayef Francis from Lebanon – Interior designs and objects with a creative twist

Salsabel Amin from Egypt – Recent graduate Salsabel’s newest development of her student lighting project

Tinkah from the UAE – Graphic design featuring a high-profile branding project

Younes Duret from Morocco – Contemporary interior designs including furniture and lighting