HRH Prince Turki bin Abdullah Abdul Aziz Al-Saud to open American Express World Luxury Expo

Posted on May 1, 2017 by مشرف

 

RIYADH – World Luxury Group has announced that HRH Prince Turki bin Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud will open the World Luxury Expo on May 3 at the Ritz Carlton – the fifth time it is being held under the headline sponsorship of American Express Saudi Arabia.

The World Luxury Expo, which runs until May 5, will showcase an impressive range of high-end, handmade and limited edition luxury products to discerning visitors. It is the 10th edition overall.

At this year’s event in the Saudi capital, visitors will have the chance to test drive the latest Aston Martin sports car, or view a two-man personal submarine that allows passengers to explore underwater at their leisure – the ultimate superyacht accessory. A large delegation will be present from Japan with luxury fashion and accessories. They can also see one of the safest, smartest and eco-friendly driverless flying cars available on the market today. The flying car is the personal luxury car of the future. Also on show will be world-famous Collectors Cars from Seven Car Lounge and one of the best collections of diamonds and jewellery seen in the entire history of the event.

Ahmad Al Oraij, CEO of the event organizer, Luxurious Events, said: “We are honored to have HRH Prince Turki bin Abdullah Aziz Al-Saud as our patron. World Luxury Expo is a prime opportunity for highly affluent visitors to experience one of the most exclusive exhibitions in the Gulf and beyond. The World Luxury Expo will undoubtedly be a huge success largely due to our close relationship with American Express and their clients, all of whom want to see something unique in the world of luxury.”

Assim Al Shamsi of American Express said: “At the World Luxury Expo in Riyadh we will be offering access to products that are the epitome of excellence in terms of design and craftsmanship. They will be available for those individuals who want to be a cut above the rest.”

American Express recently announced an extension of their sponsorship of the World Luxury Expo in Riyadh and Jeddah until 2018.

Jeddah will be held at the new, majestic and highly anticipated Ritz Carlton.

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High demand on Electricity and Air Conditioning Sectors in the Kingdom owing to large developmental projects

Posted on May 1, 2017 by مشرف

The Electricity and Air Conditioning sectors are witnessing major growth triggered by the escalating number of large projects in the construction, building and railway sectors, that are increasingly focused on reducing pollution and saving energy through using solar, nuclear and wind power.

Saudi Arabia features the biggest air-conditioning systems market in the GCC, it is constantly seeking to adopt new technologies in this field and has taken many steps into developing the air conditioning standards to comply with international standards and specifications. Thus, the kingdom’s market has proven itself to be the ideal place for companies to enter, and accommodate the increasing demand of air- conditioning related products and services.

Accordingly, the Saudi Elenex Exhibition and Saudi Aircon Exhibition 2017, come to provide the opportunity for companies to enter the Saudi Market, through providing the ideal platform to showcase their products, services, innovations and expertise in the electricity and air conditioning sectors.    

Under the diamond sponsorship of Saudi Electricity Company, the Saudi Elenex Exhibition and Saudi Aircon Exhibition 2017 will be held between 14-16 May 2017 at the Riyadh international Convention and Exhibition Center, as continuation of its 2016 success, where more than 157 exhibitors participated from 22 countries and 4 international pavilions.

It is worth mentioning that Riyadh Exhibitions Co. Ltd. (REC), is a Saudi company specialized in organizing local & international exhibitions, conferences and other trade events. The company caters to several activities for various economic sectors. Throughout its 36 years, REC has organized more than 440 unique and successful shows and conferences renowned for their innovation, professionalism and attention to details. REC boasts an international presence, supported by over 120 commercial & industrial bodies from more than 50 countries. Regionally, REC dominates with its wide range of events programs, serving 20 economic and financial sectors in the Middle East. REC’s leading events are certified by UFI.

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As part of its efforts to cultivate a brighter tomorrow Saudi Agriculture Exhibition sets the dates for its 36th edition in October 2017

Posted on May 1, 2017 by مشرف

Driven by the new directions to develop the aquaculture, organic farming, green houses in Saudi Arabia, the agriculture sector is witnessing major changes to meet its preset objectives and achieve sustainable food security in line with vision 2030.

The recent national development strategy launched by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, and the Agricultural development fund is looking to develop this sector through transforming the aquaculture into a real industry and increasing the contribution of the industry in the economy.

This plan will help achieve self-sufficiency in sea-food products, increase the production capacity to 1 million tons by 2029 in addition to creating more than 400 thousand job opportunities for young Saudis.

In line with these new insights, the Saudi Agriculture Exhibition offers an ideal platform gathering industry experts, to discuss the latest trends and the lucrative investment opportunities that this sector has to offer. It also facilitates knowledge and experience transfer among local and international participants, while showcasing products, services and new technologies that support the growth of this vital industry.

Throughout 36 consecutive years, the exhibition has reinforced its position as a leading specialized tradeshow contributing to and supporting the development of the agriculture sector in Saudi Arabia.

The organizing company, Riyadh Exhibitions company announced that they have started with the preparations for the 36th edition of the Saudi Agriculture exhibition which will be held between 8-11 October 2017, at Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center.

It is worth mentioning that Riyadh Exhibitions Co. Ltd., is a Saudi company specialized in organizing Local and international exhibitions, conferences and other trade events. The company caters to several activities for various economic sectors. Throughout its 36 years, REC has organized more than 440 unique and successful shows and conferences renowned for their innovation, professionalism and attention to details. REC boasts an international presence, supported by over 120 commercial & industrial bodies from more than 50 countries. Regionally, REC dominates with its wide range of events programs, serving 20 economic and financial sectors in the Middle East. REC’s leading events are certified by UFI.

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“miraDry” The best solution for underarm sweat and odor … A new way of life !

Posted on April 26, 2017 by مشرف

“Medica Group” the exclusive agent for “Miramar Labs – USA” in the Middle East and Saudi Arabia, has launched the world’s latest solution for underarm sweat and odor device “miraDry” in Riyadh and Jeddah at the selected famous hospitals and beauty centers. This device has achieved positive and impressive results resulting in an increased demand, especially during summer season, which is expected to be the hottest this year 2017, in the Gulf region

Mr. Elie Helou – country director of “Medica Group”, the exclusive agent of “MiraDry” equipment, said there is an increased demand due to the positive results achieved and feedback from both men and women in KSA. As “miraDry” is the best solution for employees of governmental and private sectors, it is considered as a final solution for underarm sweat and odor and it’s a non-surgical treatment approved by the Food and Drug Administration and it’s designed to eliminate sweating and hair growth, while it removes the bad smell and increase confidence levels for the person either man or woman.

Mr. Helou added that self-confidence, abundance of work and meetings and increased awareness play a crucial role in the number of patients requesting “miraDry” treatment. Moreover, the hot summer weather and the rise in temperature and moving from one meeting to another and from one building to another makes the person suffer from sweat.

The appearance of wet marks on the shirt, or clothing in general has caused embarrassment and shyness, especially for women, more than men, and this has encouraged many of them, especially female workers, employees and businesswomen to experience “miraDry”.

“MiraDry” is used to eliminate the sweat glands which will not grow again and will disappear for ever. The results of using the device achieves a success of 82 to 90 percent to eliminate sweating, remove odour and stop hair growth in the underarm area.

The human body contains 2 to 4 million glands causing general sweat and the glands located in the armpit area will not affect the human body when treated.

For more information, you can visit: www.miradryarabia.com/

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Global travel & tourism sector eyes Dubai as ATM opens its doors Over 40,000 industry professionals expected from more than 152 countries throughout four-day event

Posted on April 24, 2017 by مشرف

Travel trade professionals from across the world’s hospitality industry will descend upon Dubai today (Monday 24th) for the opening of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2017, the region’s leading travel industry showcase.

Simon Press, Senior Exhibition Director, ATM, said: “We have visitors registered from all corners of the globe and all facets of the hospitality industry for what promises to be the biggest show yet in the event’s 24-year history.

“The growth and scale of ATM 2017 is testament to the buoyant travel and tourism industry here in the MENA region. It is no secret the growth we observe in the regional industry is spurred by visionary national agendas and a favourable and thriving business environment. With a series of mega-events scheduled for the coming years, including Expo 2020, this growth will undoubtedly continue.”

Following the success of the 2016 exhibition, where more than 40,000 industry professionals, including 30,000 trade visitors, agreed deals worth US$2.5bn, it is expected ATM 2017 will welcome over 2,600 confirmed exhibitors – with 100 exhibiting for the first time – across 65 national pavilions. The show will also extend across an additional hall, in order to meet growing demand.

Running until Thursday, April 27th, ATM 2017 will look into the latest industry trend of experiential travel as its main theme and feature four days of business networking opportunities, insightful seminars and ministerial meetings, at Dubai World Trade Centre.

In addition to the extended exhibition, ATM 2017 will also offer a full programme of seminar sessions.

On the Global Stage, the opening session “The legacy of Expo 2020” will take place from 12.30pm on Monday 24th April, with a VIP panel including: His Excellency Helal Almarri, Director General, DTCM; Anita Mehra, SVP Communications and Reputation, Dubai Airports; Marjan Faraidooni, Vice President, Legacy Impact and Development, Expo 2020; and Deirdre Wells OBE, CEO, UKinbound.

Chaired by broadcaster Richard Dean, the session will assess the role of Expo 2020 Dubai in delivering the UAE government’s long-term vision for economic

diversification. Panelists will discuss the core theme of sustainability as part of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) Year of Sustainable Tourism Development; the potential legacy of the mega project; and the future of the UAE as a knowledge economy, a leading global city, and tourism destination.

Press added: “With Expo 2020 only three years away, we see dozens of ambitious projects being announced across the UAE. From airports to cities-within-cities, the country has a masterplan for growth and development, including a pipeline of 160,000 hotel rooms, and it is vital that such plans are discussed in forums such as the ATM Global Stage 2017.

“What is particularly important to remember is that tourism is a central pillar to the economic diversification of the UAE and its Middle East neighbours, which means tourism will continue to grow after Expo 2020 and the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.”

From 15.30pm tomorrow, more than 20 ministers will meet with industry leaders from across the MENA region at the UNWTO & ATM Ministerial Forum. Discussions will explore methods of capitalising on tourism growth and building a sustainable ecosystem for the sector to unlock its potential within each country’s National Agenda.

On the first and second day of the show, ILTM Arabia will debut with an invitation-only series of one-to-one pre-scheduled appointments between suppliers of luxury products and destinations from around the world, to an audience of high net worth individuals.

The show will also feature the Wellness and Spa Lounge, the Travel Agents’ Academy, Buyers Club, which is sponsored by Sharjah Tourist Board, and Bloggers’ Speed Networking event.

While in the ATM Travel Tech Theatre, the seminar programme will focus on the show’s 2017 theme. Sessions will include Marketing to Experiential Travellers, Blogging, Social Media, Mobile, Tech and Hospitality Technology.

Exploring the trillion-dollar Muslim lifestyle and food industry, The Global Stage will also host the inaugural ATM Global Halal Tourism Summit 2017, from 12.20pm on Wednesday 26th April.

The global Muslim travel market was valued at $151 billion in 2015, representing around 10% of the global international tourism market and, by 2021, that value is expected to reach $243 billion. The Global Halal Tourism Summit will explore the business opportunities that exist and how the travel industry can stay ahead of the curve.

 

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Swarovski Hosts a Unique Mother’s Day Event in KSA with Bayan Linjawi

Posted on April 24, 2017 by مشرف

On the beautiful occasion of Mother’s Day, Swarovski collaborated with Saudi Social Media star, Bayan Linjawi, to host a lovely Mother’s Day Event in KSA. The event took place on the 15th of March in Riyadh. During the event, Bayan also indulged in an intimate Q & A session that gave guests the opportunity to discover more about her life. Adding to the ambiance of the event was a violinist who was belting out some soothing tunes at the event.

Some highlights of the event were the customization corner where guests decorated lovely greeting cards with special stickers, a photo-booth where they had a gala time taking fun pictures at and the special Snapchat filter created for the event. Spring Rose were responsible for the beautiful blue flowers adorning the venue and also the beautiful gift boxes offered at the Faisaliah boutique that housed the pieces chosen by customers at the event. Finally, the guests also participated in a raffle draw that began with a quiz titled ‘What is her style,’ that helped them associate a particular product style to their mothers. Based on their answers, they got to pick three items and note it down on the coupon that went into the raffle draw.

With this event, Swarovski paid the perfect tribute to the most important woman in every person’s life; Mother.

 

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ETIHAD AIRWAYS AND EMIRATES RED CRESCENT PARTNERSHIP LAUNCHES NEW UAE YEAR OF GIVING INITIATIVE

Posted on April 24, 2017 by مشرف

  • Etihad Airways to donate one dirham from every ticket sold in the UAE to Emirates Red Crescent as part of year-long programme
  • A380 engine decals to promote the UAE Year of Giving across Etihad Airways’ A380 route network, including Sydney, Mumbai, London Heathrow and New York
  • One dirham ticket donation part of broad Etihad Airways – Emirates Red Crescent corporate social responsibility partnership

Etihad Airways today confirmed that it will donate one dirham from every flight ticket sold in the United Arab Emirates during 2017 towards the UAE’s Year of Giving causes.

The initiative is one of dozens being rolled out in the air and on the ground by Etihad Aviation Group (EAG), including offering free Etihad Cargo space for humanitarian causes, as part of efforts to touch the lives of those in need around the world.

Each month, the airline will donate all proceeds to Emirates Red Crescent’s local and international projects, including the recently launched campaign ‘For Your Sake, Somalia’ targeting famine in the African nation. Etihad Airways’ guests will also shortly be able to donate to Emirates Red Crescent during flights using a credit card.

Etihad Airways Chief Executive Officer, Peter Baumgartner, and the airline’s Executive Vice President Commercial, Mohammad Al Bulooki, launched the initiative with a special Etihad Airways dirham podium, inscribed with the message ‘A dirham can go a long way’.

“We are proud to embrace the Year of Giving, a remarkable initiative which truly reflects the Emirati spirit of philanthropy,” said Mr. Baumgartner. “This donation is one of many philanthropic

initiatives we are announcing throughout 2017, in a mission to embed giving within our corporate culture and in the way we do business.”

Secretary-General of Emirates Red Crescent, Mohamed Ateeq Al-Falahi, said: “We are proud to have worked for many years with Etihad Airways. Their unrelenting commitment, whether through donations or volunteering, has been heart-warming. We will continue to work together throughout the Year of Giving to support the UAE’s humanitarian mission.”  

The airline’s Year of Giving drive is visible on its flagship aircraft, the Airbus A380, with all four engines of the double-decker displaying the Year of Giving logo to promote the national initiative overseas in Etihad’s A380 destinations of Sydney, Mumbai, London Heathrow and New York.

This latest initiative builds on the group’s track record as a socially responsible organisation. Annually, EAG conducts dozens of community engagement initiatives among the local community in the UAE and internationally, including earlier programmes in India, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon. In 2016, EAG employees volunteered over 4,300 hours of time in support of charities and community causes.

2017 was officially declared as the Year of Giving by the UAE’s President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. In support of this national initiative, EAG’s strategy is based on the government’s three Year of Giving pillars: Corporate Social Responsibility, Volunteering and Serving the Nation.

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ETIHAD AIRWAYS ENGINEERING AND DIEHL SIGN DEAL FOR FIRST COMMERCIAL 3D-PRINTED PART RETROFIT PROJECT

Posted on April 24, 2017 by مشرف

Etihad Airways Engineering has signed an agreement with Diehl Aerosystems to jointly design, manufacture and install the first serial produced 3D-printed cabin plastic part on an aircraft for one of its customers.

Additive manufacturing – commonly referred to as 3D-printing – reduces lead time in design, decreases production cost of and enables speedier manufacturing.

Etihad Airways Engineering and Diehl have collaborated to develop and manufacture an inflight entertainment (IFE) cover plate which will be installed in economy seats on several aircraft of a Middle Eastern airline. The two companies plan to create a range of products based on the experience gained from this pilot project.

Jeff Wilkinson, Etihad Airways Engineering Chief Executive Officer, said: “Etihad Airways Engineering is leveraging its Part 21J Design Organisation approval by EASA – with Diehl contributing as a Part 21G Production Organisation – in this pilot project.

“Our partnership with Diehl will help us commercialise this technology and make it available to our customers around the world.”

He explained that the 3D-printed part offered a cost saving of around 20 to 30 per cent, with the added benefit of not requiring tooling and avoiding any permanent modification to the seat.

Etihad Airways Engineering is the first airline maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) provider with European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approval to design, certify, manufacture and fly 3D-printed aircraft cabin plastic parts.

Diehl Aerosystems has been working in the field of 3D printing technology for several years, building up knowledge and capabilities to supply EASA-certified 3D-printed aircraft parts to the aviation industry. Diehl can act as design partner and Production Organisation, depending on the customer requirements.

Etihad Airways Engineering is an AS9110 certified organisation and already holds EASA 145 approval, alongside EASA 21J approval for designing and undertaking minor and major changes and repairs. The company is the Middle East’s leading aviation MRO provider.

 

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27 German Companies Exhibiting at German Breakfast and Catalog Show in Riyadh

Posted on April 24, 2017 by مشرف

As every year since 2004, the German-Saudi Arabian Liaison Office for Economic Affairs (GESALO) invited businessmen from Saudi Arabia to the German Breakfast and Catalog Show. On April 20, 27 German companies exhibited their product and service portfolio to an audience of more than 150 representatives from company, business chambers, and ministries at the Narcissus Hotel and Residence. Co-organized by the Riyadh Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the event attracted great attention among the local business community and was a huge success.

The opening ceremony was headed by GESALO Delegate Oliver Oehms. He told the guests that “this is the largest catalog show in many years, which demonstrates the importance of the business relations between our two great countries”. He added that “German companies stand ready to support the Kingdom in realizing the Vision 2030 by offering high-tech products and know-how in order to add to the diversification of the economy, especially strengthening the role of small and medium-sized enterprises.”

H.E. Dieter W. Haller, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, said that the large number of German companies participating in the Catalogue Show reflects the growing interest of the German private sector in an engagement in the Kingdom.
“The vision 2030 is a most ambitious blueprint for a modern and diversified economy that is not only resource-based but above all knowledge-based.” And he continued: “I am sure that the upcoming visit of Chancellor Angela Merkel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will give a big boost to take our relations to new heights.”

thyssenkrupp CEO Thomas Dreiling and representatives from Lufthansa, BMW, and V-LINE greeted the guests and wished them a successful event and promising business talks. The event was sponsored by major German companies, which all have been reliable and long-lasting partners of Saudi Arabia. Platinum sponsors are Lufthansa, thyssenkrupp, V-LINE, and coperion. Other sponsors include SSI Schäfer, Dornier, Airbus, Dress & Sommer, Fuchs, Gerolsteiner, Rheinmetall.

Many guests praised GESALO for the perfect organization of the event and confirmed that it becomes better every year. The German Breakfast and Catalog Show is an important platform to strengthen the ties between German companies and their Saudi partners and opens the door for other German companies to showcase their products and services to the largest GCC market.

The German Breakfast and Catalog Show has been a huge success for the last 13 years. It has a long tradition to set the ground for enhanced bilateral trade relations, which amounted to almost 8 billion EUR (32 billion SAR) in the year 2016. This event is only one out of many different efforts GESALO undertakes to strengthen the ties between Germany and Saudi Arabia. This event will continue in Dammam (May 2), Tabuk (May 15), Jeddah (May 16), and Manama, Bahrain (May 17).

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Lufthansa celebrates 30th anniversary in Riyadh Heike Birlenbach, the new Senior Vice President Sales Lufthansa Hub Airlines and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) Hub Frankfurt visits the Kingdom

Posted on April 24, 2017 by مشرف

Marking 30 years in Riyadh and nearly 60 years’ presence in Saudi Arabia, Lufthansa strengthens its service to the Kingdom with a total of 24 weekly flights to its hubs in Frankfurt and Munich from key cities in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam.

For the whole of Saudi Arabia, Lufthansa expects to carry more than 200,000 passengers by the end of the year. Stressing the importance of Saudi Arabia, Heike Birlenbach, the new Senior Vice President Sales Lufthansa Hub Airlines and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) Hub Frankfurt joined key partners during the celebration.

“Looking back, our passengers are now greatly enjoying the fruits of our global investments in improved products and services both on the ground and on-board. We are also on our way to meet customers’ personalized and digital needs with the many innovative solutions we now offer our passengers. Our teams are working diligently to provide exceptional service and be ahead of the game. We are furthermore, continuously investing in upgrading our fleet, as we currently have a few of the world most modern and environmentally friendly long-haul aircraft, the Airbus A350, now flying from Munich,” said Birlenbach.

Karsten Zang, Senior Director Gulf, I.R. Iran, Pakistan & Afghanistan, Lufthansa Group noted: “Year-on-year, we have strengthened our services to Saudi Arabia offering utmost flexibility and convenience. To date, we are the only European airline that covers the three major gateways of Saudi Arabia consistently bringing passengers to their preferred destinations in Europe, North America and beyond.”

Lufthansa currently operates daily flights between Riyadh and Frankfurt, daily flights from Jeddah to Frankfurt, daily flights between Dammam and Frankfurt, complemented further by three weekly flights from Riyadh to Munich.  From Frankfurt and Munich, passengers can conveniently connect to 308 destinations in 103 countries on four continents during summer 2017 offered by the Lufthansa Group (Lufthansa German Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and Eurowings).

“Our continued presence in Saudi Arabia is made possible by the support and trust of our partners and passengers especially the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority. Now, we carry more passengers than ever, flying them in comfort and excellent service that we are known for. Some of the key improvements that our customers get to enjoy now include the newly-retrofitted Business Class and the new Premium Economy,” said Mark Pey, Saudi Arabia’s General Manager for Lufthansa German Airlines.

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