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Double digit growth for IT spend across UAE and KSA in 2011 Updated: 2012-02-14 06:38:08 Description: The impact of the Arab Spring resulted in a decline for IT spend in Egypt in 2011, whereas the KSA and UAE saw an increase of between 10% and 12%. Jyoti Lalchandani, Regional VP & MD, IDC talks to Phil Blizzard about market condit...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai SME 100 reveal top performers Updated: 2012-02-13 07:43:51 Description: The first ever ranking of businesses in the SME sector has taken place following a Dubai Government mandate. At the ceremony announcing the top performing SMEs Phil Blizzard spoke with Abdul Baset Al Janahi, CEO, Dubai SME about the i...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD World Bank Group agency 1 billion dollar MENA investment programme Updated: 2012-02-09 07:11:48 Description: Michel Wormser, VP & COO, Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) talks to Phil Blizzard about the role of the political risk insurance arm of World Bank Group and the funding which is available for projects across the Mid...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Emirates NBD - 2012 outlook for private investment Updated: 2012-02-07 11:18:38 Description: 2012 is set to be a year of re-orientation in the private investment, out with the old and in with the new. Gary Dugan, Chief Investment Officer, Private Banking, EmiratesNBD talks to Phil Blizzard about the importance of emerging cou...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai Property Group pt 2 - Dubailand is coming back Updated: 2012-02-07 10:21:23 Description: Dubailand is back with City of Arabia flexing strong muscles and several other entities in serious negotiations with Dubai Property Group, says CEO Khalid Al Malik. He talks to Phil Blizzard about the recovery of this stalled entertai...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD MRO growth in Middle East on a 9% growth flight path Updated: 2012-02-06 10:32:49 Description: The MRO sector of the aviation industry in the Middle East is poised to see substantial growth in revenue, with a possible doubling over the next 10 years. Aviation analyst David Stewart, VP, ICF SH&E talks to Phil Blizzard about ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai Property Group pt 1 - Post crisis development Updated: 2012-01-31 10:53:35 Description: Khalid Al Malik, CEO, Dubai Property Group talks about the consolidation of the group since the property market collapse and the challenges he has faced in the two years at the helm of this Dubai Holding entity. In conversation with P...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Utilization of data important for CIOs Updated: 2012-01-31 08:40:41 Description: An explosion of data is one of many challenges facing Chief Information Officers across the region, with some reports saying only 5% of that data is being leveraged. Eyad Shihabi, MD, HP Middle East talks to Phil Blizzard about the ut...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai International Airports 51 million passengers in 2011 Updated: 2012-01-30 10:24:48 Description: Dubai International Airport (DIA) registered 51 million passengers in 2011, in what was its 51st year of operation. Phil Blizzard talks to Paul Griffiths, CEO, Dubai Airports about the figures, changing trends, including the No1 desti...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Some Dubai rentals set to fall in 2012 Updated: 2012-01-30 07:18:33 Description: The annual real estate outlook for the UAE property market from analysts Jones Lang LaSalle paints a mixed picture - with rental decline in some areas and small growth in others. Craig Plumb, Head of Research Director, MENA, JLL talks...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Arab Health 2012 - a substantial boost to the economy of Dubai Updated: 2012-01-25 07:37:50 Description: The largest medical event in the Middle East is likely to attract more than 70,000 healthcare professional to the Dubai World Trade Centre for a showcase of the latest medical innovations. From Arab Health 2012, Phil Blizzard reports ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Aircraft interiors to address Middle East aerospace industry Updated: 2012-01-24 10:31:32 Description: The latest developments in aircraft interiors from 'state of the art' galley equipment through to in-flight entertainment will be displayed at the Aircraft Interiors Middle East Show in Dubai. Phil Blizzard talks to organiser Alison W...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Siemens display Porsche electric car at WFES Updated: 2012-01-23 10:39:59 Description: One of the most outstanding electric cars at the World Future Energy Summit was found on the Siemens stand where they were proudly displaying a futuristic Porsche 911 Turbo. Phil Blizzard spoke to Dr Ulrich Eberl, Senior Director, Cor...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cloud enablement and enterprise interoperability Updated: 2012-01-22 10:38:24 Description: Andrew Chapman, Senior Director, Momentum talks to Peter Ward about the evolving use of the cloud, key parameters for enablement and how it can be used within the frame work of enterprise interoperability ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD 2012:Year of Sustainable Energy For All launched at WFES Updated: 2012-01-19 10:03:49 Description: UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon made a passionate 'call to action' at the WFES, Abu Dhabi to make sustainable energy available to all. Following this announcement Phil Blizzard spoke to Michael Liebreich, Spokesperson, Sec-Gen High ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Infrastructure and Investments are key to MENA transformation Updated: 2012-01-18 10:15:31 Description: At the DIFC conference looking at Global Turbulence and MENA Transformation Phil Blizzard spoke to Dr Yasar Jarrar, Partner, PricewaterhouseCoopers on the impact of the 2010 Arab Spring, or Arab Uprising, as he prefers to call it on i...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai Metro Green Line a significant achievement in 2011 Updated: 2012-01-18 09:46:56 Description: The opening on 11-11-2011 of the Dubai Metro's Green Line signified another big development in the infrastructure of the Emirate. Phil Blizzard rides the train, highlighting the major aspects of the 23km Green Line 18, which intersect...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD World Future Energy Summit opens with global initiative on sustainable energy for all Updated: 2012-01-17 10:14:51 Description: The 5th edition of the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi with a call to action from the UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon as he launched the 2012: The International Year of Sustainable Energy for All initiative. Phil Blizzard re...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Swiss Business Council - 15 years of developing relationships in Dubai Updated: 2012-01-12 05:43:42 Description: The Swiss Business Council, Dubai has over the past 15 years been promoting economic, social and cultural relations between the UAE and Switzerland. Peter Harradine, President, Swiss Business Council talks to Phil Blizzard about the a...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Abdulla Mohammed Al Awar, CEO, DIFC Authority - Pt 2 Updated: 2012-01-11 06:10:08 Description: The evolution of the DIFC from being a regional financial hub to a global one will see the number of people employed rise from 11,500 to over 55,000, making this a 'city within a city'. In part two of this insight Phil Blizzard talks ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai Solar Park launched in renewable energy programme Updated: 2012-01-10 11:50:16 Description: As part of the Integrated Energy Strateg 2030 initiative Dubai is to set up the largest solar park in the region with the aim of producing 1000 megawatts of electricity from the rays of the sun. The Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum Sola...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Abdulla Mohammed Al Awar, CEO, DIFC Authority - Pt 1 Updated: 2012-01-09 08:02:03 Description: The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is a bridge between the long established institutions in cities such as London in the West and Hong Kong in the East. In this special insight Phil Blizzard talks to Abdulla Mohammed Al A...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD GCC airport developments to exceed $44billion Updated: 2012-01-08 06:57:49 Description: Over $44 billion is being spent across the region on airport development across the GCC, with the target of handling over 260 million passengers per year. In this special report Phil Blizzard takes a look at major airport projects in ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Etisalat LTE 4G - how fast is the download Updated: 2012-01-05 06:28:48 Description: The recently launched 4G service by Etisalat is tested by Phil Blizzard who investigates the performance and speed of this much awaited mobile Long Term Evolution (LTE) network. The performance is assessed using a speed test with the ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD New Ajman beach resorts developments by Al Zorah Updated: 2012-01-04 05:50:33 Description: Imad Dana, Chairman & CEO, Al Zorah Development Comapny talks to Phil Blizzard about their series of waterfront resorts along the Ajman coastline. He speaks about their revised plans and what can be expected in this joint project ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Emirates NBD - Global economic review 2011 Updated: 2012-01-03 08:42:18 Description: A more certain Europe is the necessary economic requirement for 2012" says Gary Dugan, Chief Investment Officer, Private Banking, Emirates NBD. The final review of 2011 looks at the key global events of the past 12 months and how they...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Mastercard offers Smart Data and other business tools Updated: 2011-12-28 06:36:45 Description: Numerous business tools to assist corporate clients with their expense accounting through to control in purchasing are offered by Mastercard. Alfred Dagher, VP, Corporate Payment Solutions, MEA, Mastercard Worldwide talks to Phil Bliz...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Mastercard offers Smart Data and other business tools Updated: 2011-12-28 06:36:45 Description: Numerous business tools to assist corporate clients with their expense accounting through to control in purchasing are offered by Mastercard. Alfred Dagher, VP, Corporate Payment Solutions, MEA, Mastercard Worldwide talks to Phil Bliz...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Emirates set to boost trade with new service to Rio de Janeiro Updated: 2011-12-21 10:30:47 Description: Emirates are adding two more South American destinations to their ever expanding network and in doing so will create stronger trade connections between Brazil and Argentina. Phil Blizzard talks to Nigel Page, Snr VP Commercial Operati...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Etisalat launch super fast LTE 4G network Updated: 2011-12-20 11:53:09 Description: Etisalat has now launched the UAE's first and much awaited Long Term Evolution (LTE) service on the country's fastest network. Phil Blizzard looks at the new service and what it will mean to users who can expect super speeds of up to ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD QE2 in Dubai is set for lavish New Year party Updated: 2011-12-20 09:45:32 Description: The outside deck of the QE2 is to be the 'set' for one of Dubai's most lavish and exclusive New Year's Eve parties. The famed ocean liner, now berthed at Port Rashid, will lower its gang planks to an exclusive guest list of celebritie...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD St Regis Resort Saadiyat is set to open in Abu Dhabi Updated: 2011-12-20 09:10:13 Description: The St Regis resort on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi marks the arrival of the brand's first hotel into the Middle East. In an exclusive preview of this elegant property Phil Blizzard talks to John Pelling, GM, St Regis, Saadiyat about ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ahmed bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre - Pt 2 Updated: 2011-12-19 08:13:41 Description: Ahmed bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) talks to Phil Blizzard about the influx of companies to the freezone, which is located at Jumeirah Lake Towers in new Dubai and the strategy for future devel...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ahmed bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre - Pt 1 Updated: 2011-12-18 06:10:46 Description: The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)has seen solid growth during 2011 with more than 1000 new companies being registered in the first 10 months. Phil Blizzard talks to Ahmed bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman, DMCC about their manda...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Sharjah Tatweer Forum 'Inspiring and Aspiring Entrepreneurs' 2011 Conference Updated: 2011-12-15 07:31:16 Description: The 'Inspiring and Aspiring Entrepreneurs' 2011 Conference organised by the Sharjah Tatweer Forum will encourage young people in the UAE to develop a vibrant entrepreneurial culture. Phil Blizzard talks to Jassim Al Bloushi, Chairman,...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD BP Solar generating renewable energy growth in the UAE Updated: 2011-12-14 08:03:54 Description: The use of sunlight to produce solar power is steadily growing as organisations in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai set targets for sustainable energy. Phil Blizzard talks to Vahid Fotuni, Director, BP Solar about their heritage, expertise in...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD AED3.4 billion Adventure World theme park for Abu Dhabi Updated: 2011-12-12 12:02:18 Description: Tourism in Abu Dhabi is set to have a big boost with the development of Adventure World. The year-round theme parks consist of more than 25 attractions for all the family, themed hotels and entertainment, along with a large aqua park....more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai target 5% of energy from solar power and other renewables Updated: 2011-12-11 07:49:56 Description: Faisal Rabee Al Awadhi, Director Demand Management, Supreme Council of Energy for Dubai talks to Phil Blizzard about the drive to generate power through renewable and sustainable energy forms, and the targets which are being set. Tal...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dr Nasser Saidi, Chief Economist, DIFC: the globalization of the Redback Updated: 2011-12-06 12:46:30 Description: The strength of the Chinese economy could see the Yuan becoming an international currency by 2015, according to Dr Nasser Saidi, Chief Economist, DIFC. At the 'Developments along the New Silk Road' conference he spoke with Phil Blizza...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cherie Blair Pt 2 - On being a techie at 10 Downing Street Updated: 2011-12-06 06:25:11 Description: Cherie Blair talks about being a techie and how she used technology at 10 Downing Street, London during the time her husband was Prime Minister. She also talks to Phil Blizzard about the aims of the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cherie Blair Pt 1 - Women Entrepreneurs in Mobile Retail Channels Updated: 2011-12-02 08:36:19 Description: At the Middle East Telco Summit the report 'Women Entrepreneurs in Mobile Retail Channels: Empowering Women, Driving Growth' was launched by Cherie Blair and her foundation. Phil Blizzard spoke to the wife of former UK Prime Minister ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD H.E. Mohammed Nasser Al Ghanim, DG, Telecommunications Regulatory Authority Updated: 2011-12-02 05:54:40 Description: The telecoms sector in the UAE went through a major shift when moving from the environment of a monopoly to that of a duopoly. H.E. Mohammed Nasser Al Ghanim, DG, Telecommunications Regulatory Authority talks to Phil Blizzard about th...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Private investors should hold onto cash for future invstment opportunities Updated: 2011-11-30 09:12:54 Description: Gary Dugan, Chief Investment Officer, Private Banking, Emirates NBD provides an overview on the economic health of key regions across the globe - from the 'Thanksgiving Season' in America to technocratic Europe and the slowing down of...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Focus on Business Bay Dubai Updated: 2011-11-30 08:06:55 Description: Business Bay, Dubai is a waterfront development in the heart of the city, designed to create a mixed-use central business district alogside sections of the extended Dubai Creek. Phil Blizzard takes a look at the progress of this devel...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Mastercard offers back office solutions to SME's Updated: 2011-11-29 10:02:06 Description: Alfred Dagher, VP, Corporate Payment Solutions, MEA, Mastercard Worldwide talks to Phil Blizzard about various business tools offered to SME's who take advantage of the SME Mastercard. These tools include Smart Data Gen2 which enable ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai Airshow closes on a high with orders placed worth $63.3billion Updated: 2011-11-20 06:44:10 Description: The 2011 Dubai Airshow closed with $63.3bn worth of orders for aircraft and associated aviation services and products, well up on the 2009 show which closed with orders at $14bn. Phil Blizzard joins Alison Weller, MD, F&E Aerospac...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Gama Aviation to expand into KSA Updated: 2011-11-17 05:30:40 Description: Gamma Aviation are a Sharjah based business aviation services provider with a 29 year heritage across the globe. At the Dubai Airshow Phil Blizzard spoke to Dave Edwards, MD, Gama Aviation about their announcements of expansion into K...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Empire Aviation Group look skywards at Dubai Airshow Updated: 2011-11-14 15:23:50 Description: A growth rate of 23% in 2010 was significant for the Empire Aviation Group - a Dubai based business aircraft service provider. At the Dubai Air Show Phil Blizzard spoke with Steve Hartley, Executive Director, Empire Aviation Group abo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai Airshow opens with Emirates signing a recording breaking order for Boeing Updated: 2011-11-14 05:05:46 Description: The 2011 Dubai Airshow started with Emirates signing a recording breaking order for 50 Boeing 777 - 300ER aircraft and a stunning display by the UAE aerobatic team. Phil Blizzard reports from the show which has also attracted the late...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD UAE based Quest Helicopters take off at Dubai Airshow Updated: 2011-11-13 13:56:39 Description: Quest Helicopters, a new name in aerospace, helicopter design and technology was launched at the Dubai Airshow with the mock up of a 'state of the art' aircraft. At the show Phil Blizzard spoke with Mike Creed, Commercial & Deputy...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai Airshow opens with Emirates ordering 50 Boeing 777-300 ER Updated: 2011-11-13 13:32:40 Description: The 2011 Dubai Airshow got off to a flying start with Emirates Airline signing an order with Boeing for an additional 50 Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft, worth approximately $18bn in list price. Phil Blizzard reports from the air show on t...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jaguar unveils supercar at Dubai International Motor Show Updated: 2011-11-12 08:09:46 Description: Two concept cars, the fastest production car from Jaguar and the new Land Rover Evoque form part of an impressive line up for Jaguar Land Rover at the Dubai International Motorshow. In part two of this interview with Robin Colgan, MD,...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Jaguar Land Rover display strong performance at Dubai International Motor Show Updated: 2011-11-12 06:35:11 Description: With demand outstripping supplies for Jaquar Land Rover, along with 2010 profits of 1 billion pounds sterling and the the creation of 1000 more jobs this brand is in a very strong position, despite the downturn in the global economy. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Fly Dubai - Pt 2 Updated: 2011-11-10 07:45:18 Description: Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai in part two with Phil Blizzard talks more about the on-board innovations for passengers on their aircraft, the advantages of a single aircraft type fleet and the record breaking summer for passenger tra...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Fly Dubai - Pt 1 Updated: 2011-11-09 07:43:42 Description: FlyDubai is regarded as the fastest growing airline in the world and in just two years it now flies to 40 destinations with its fleet of 19 aircraft making almost 700 flights per week. On board the latest version of the Boeing 737-800...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Saeed Al Tayer, CEO, Meydan Pt 1 - Strategic business collaborations Updated: 2011-11-01 05:41:15 Description: Saeed Al Tayer, Chairman and CEO, the Meydan Group talks to Phil Blizzard about their strategic business collaboration with Longines, why they selected this luxury brand of watches and what it means to the develop of horse racing at T...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Saeed Al Tayer, CEO, Meydan Pt 2 - Longines to compliment Meydan Updated: 2011-11-01 05:32:34 Description: Saeed Al Tayer, Chairman and CEO, the Meydan Group continues his conversation with Phil Blizzard about their alliance with Longines and how that will develop across a broad spectrum of activites in their long term partnership. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Abu Dhabi cruise tourism boost as sailings by Italian operator MSC commence Updated: 2011-10-30 05:58:49 Description: The deployment of a cruise liner in Abu Dhabi for the winter season, by Italian operator MSC, will offer a significant boost to the emirates tourism industry. Neil Palomba, Corporate Operating Officer, MSC Crociere talks to Phil Blizz...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ras al Khaimah to embark on cruise tourism Updated: 2011-10-26 07:23:45 Description: Cruise tourism across the Middle East is growing a significant pace and the northern emirate of Ras al Khaimah, UAE is gearing up to receive liners. At the Seatrade Middle East Cruise Convention Phil Blizzard talks to Victor Louis, CO...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Impact of Euro zone issues on UAE private investors Updated: 2011-10-24 08:44:49 Description: In this interview with Phil Blizzard the focus is very much the Euro zones as Gary Dugan, Chief Investment Officer, Private Banking, Emirates NBD provides an overview on the economic health of key regions across the globe. He also tal...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank - pt 2 Updated: 2011-10-24 07:58:56 Description: H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank talks to Phil Blizzard about how the banks became too greedy during the 'good times', the effect of defaults during the economic downturn and their strategy for the future. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Boeing Dreamliner to visit Dubai Airshow Updated: 2011-10-23 07:15:33 Description: The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is set to fly into the Dubai Airshow, for its debut appearance in the Middle East. Phil Blizzard previews this major aviation event with Alison Weller, Director, Aerospace, F&E the co-organizers, along wi...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank - pt 1 Updated: 2011-10-23 07:01:59 Description: H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, CEO, Mashreq Bank talks to Phil Blizzard about the evolution of the bank and their pioneering approach to retail banking, including the creation of 246 Mashreq Millionaires. He also states what it means to ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Indian Ocean piracy increases operating costs for Dubai bound cruise operators Updated: 2011-10-20 08:17:17 Description: An outspoken Sebastian Ahrens, MD, Hapag Lloyd talks to Phil Blizzard at the Seatrade Middle East Cruise Convention about the impact of increasing piracy in the Gulf of Aden and calls for international action to alleviate this problem...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cruise tourism expected to yield AED3.5 billion into Dubai Economy Updated: 2011-10-20 06:49:12 Description: The significant growth of cruise tourism, as Dubai develops its cruising hub, will see annual cruise tourism income of AED 338 million in 2010 growing to AED 837 million in 2015. This will see a yield of AED 3.5 billion into the Dubai...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Seatrade Cruise Covention to highlight growth and opportunities in Middle East Updated: 2011-10-17 09:08:15 Description: A gathering of global cruiseline executives will discuss the growth and opportunities of the Middle East cruise line industry at the Dubai hosted Seatrade Middle East Cruise Convention. Phil Blizzard talks to Hamad bin Mejren, Executi...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Societe Generale Private Banking: Middle East is one of the engines of growth Updated: 2011-10-16 10:56:58 Description: Daniel Truchi, Global CEO of Société Générale Private Banking, tells Edward Poultney how the private banking landscape has changed since the economic crisis, what client base the bank is looking to cater to in the region and talks...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Middle East airlines absent from the Global Brands 100 Updated: 2011-10-11 16:05:18 Description: The latest edition edition Global Brand 100 results saw tech brands like Apple, Amazon, Google and Samsung enjoy significant growth for reasons explained by Michael Benson, Regional Director, Interbrand. In conversation with Phil Bliz...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Coca ColaTop Global Brand for 12th year Updated: 2011-10-06 10:49:15 Description: For the 12th consecutive year Coca Cola has been named the Number 1 Global Brand. Michael Benson, Regional Director, Interbrand in conversation with Phil Blizzard explains how the brands are assessed and then runs through the top five...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Emirates NBD and the six pillars of Priority Banking pt 2 Updated: 2011-10-06 05:28:24 Description: They keys aspects of priority banking for the mass affluent customer sector is alluded to by Frederic De Melker, Head of Priority Banking, Emirates NBD in this interview with Phil Blizzard at the MEED Middle East Retail Banking 2011 ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD EmiratesNBD and the six pillars of Priority Banking pt 1 Updated: 2011-10-05 07:16:58 Description: The Middle East Retail Banking 2011 conference held in Dubai and organised by MEED assembled a panel of top class speakers talking on the trends and activities in the retail banking industry. In this interview Phil Blizzard talks to F...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Damac launches Suites and Spas Updated: 2011-10-02 13:15:59 Description: Damac Properties are adding a hospitality element to their diverse portfolio as Phil Blizzard discovered at Cityscape Global. Ziad El Chaar, MD, Damac Properties talks on how they have survived the real estate downturn, their developm...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD 10th edition of Cityscape opens in Dubai Updated: 2011-09-28 10:03:45 Description: The 10th edition of Dubai's premeir real estate event Cityscape opened with an announcement from master developer Nakheel on a new project on Palm Jumeirah. Phil Blizzard reports on who is participating at the event which is described...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Nakheel Chairman looks at the future in a positive way Updated: 2011-09-28 05:42:50 Description: Retail expansion, including the relaunch of the Palm Mall is the focus for Nakheel says Ali Rashid Lootah, Chairman, Nakheel in this interview with Phil Blizzard at Cityscape Global, Dubai. He also talks about the newly announced Palm...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD H.E. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board & Executive Director, RTA, Dubai Updated: 2011-09-27 08:25:42 Description: H.E. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board & Executive Director, RTA, Dubai talks to Phil Blizzard about the development of the Green Line of the Dubai Metro, it's integration with the Red Line, the expected useage and announces ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Green builldings in the UAE encouraged with carbon credits Updated: 2011-09-26 10:11:08 Description: This edition of Property Talk goes green with the focus being 'Building for the Future'. Phil Blizzard talks to Adnan Sharafi, Chairman, Emirates Green Building Council about the council's role in developing sustainable properties, th...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cloud computing special Pt 3/3 - Risks to consider Updated: 2011-09-25 08:37:07 Description: In the final part of AMEinfo's special report on cloud computing, Peter Ward speaks to George DeBono, GM, Red Hat MENA, about the risks and dangers a company faces when migrating to the cloud. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD MENA rail projects on track with US$250 billion spend Updated: 2011-09-21 08:52:08 Description: A rail boom across the MENA region will see the development of numerous projects worth a startling US$250 billion. Phil Blizzard at MEED's MENA Rail 2011Conference reviews the main rail, tram and metro projects in the KSA, Qatar and t...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Qatar Integrated Rail Projects to cost US$35billion Updated: 2011-09-21 08:14:45 Description: The Qatar Integrated Rail Projects comes under the spotlight at the MEED MENA Rail 2011 Conference in Abu Dhabi. Phil Blizzard talks to Geoff Mee, Deputy CEO, Qatar Rail about the key aspects of this major rail project which is costin...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Huawei unified communication solutions for MENA rail networks Updated: 2011-09-21 06:54:45 Description: An integrated telecommunications system is essential for the efficient and safe running of a modern rail network. At the MEED MENA Rail 2011 Conference Phil Blizzard talks to Rabii Ouadi, Business Development, Rail Telecom Solutions, ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD OPEC members will cut production when Libya commences full oil production Updated: 2011-09-19 08:23:41 Description: OPEC member countries will cut back on oil production once Libya is up and running says OPEC Secretary General. H.E. Abdalla El Badri at the Gulf Intelligence Energy Market Forum in Dubai. He also talks about the time frame for produc...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Caution is the advice from Emirates NBD for UAE Investors Updated: 2011-09-18 08:41:42 Description: With turbulent waters in the American and European banking sectors, the possibility of a Greek default, and with gold in the $1,800 zone investors should move with caution says Gary Dugan, Chief Investment Officer, Private Banking, Em...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Rail Agency CEO talks on opening of Dubai Metro Green Line Updated: 2011-09-15 06:52:32 Description: The Dubai Metro Green Line serves the densely populated areas of Dubai, enabling easier commutes to work says Adnan Al Hamadi, CEO of Rail Agency, RTA, Dubai. He talks to Phil Blizzard about the operation of the new line, how it integ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cloud computing special Pt 2/3 Private v public cloud Updated: 2011-09-14 12:46:53 Description: The public or the private cloud debate is the key subject in part two of our series with Red Hat. Peter Ward catches up with George DeBono, GM, Red Hat MENA, to talk about the public and private cloud options and also the other lesser...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai Metro Green Line opened by Sheikh Mohammed Updated: 2011-09-13 05:56:37 Description: The inner city loop of the Dubai Metro sysytem is now open to the public following its inaugration by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. In this the first of a se...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Cloud computing special Pt 1/3 - Decisions to be made when migrating to the cloud Updated: 2011-09-11 11:20:36 Description: In the first of a three part AMEinfo report on cloud computing, Peter Ward talks to George DeBono, GM, Red Hat MENA, about the points a business should consider prior to migrating to the cloud. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Dubai tourism needs to diversify says hospitality expert Updated: 2011-09-08 06:08:30 Description: Mike Scully, MD, Seven Tides predicts a strong H2 and makes a call for a more diverse approach to tourism in Dubai in this interview with Phil Blizzard. Hospitality expert Mike says opportunities are being missed by not embracing nume...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD The 'Khalifa' gold bullion coin good for the UAE Updated: 2011-09-06 10:40:12 Description: The impact of the 'Khalifa' gold bullion coin becoming legal tender in the UAE and across the Middle East is discussed down on the commodities trading floor Jeffrey Rhodes, Global Head of Precious Metals & CEO, INTL Commodities, D...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Emirates aircraft fly with greater environmental efficiency Updated: 2011-09-05 10:58:09 Description: Reduction in carbon emissions and the reduction of fuel usage are key factors in the drive for greater efficiency in flight operations and their environmental impact. Captain Alan Stealey, Divisional Senior Vice President Flight Opera...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Most annoying telephone habits across UAE revealed by Intel Updated: 2011-08-23 09:15:15 Description: A recent survey conducted by Intel has revealed the top gripes and grievances associated with mobile phone use in the Middle East. Peter Ward talks to Nassir Nauthoa, GM - GCC, Intel about the findings, how technology is changing the ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Asteco reports shows steady Q2 for Dubai property market Updated: 2011-08-22 06:29:03 Description: The Dubai real estate market activities for the second quarter of 2011 is the focus for this edition of Property Talk. Join Phil Blizzard and Elaine Jones, CEO, Asteco Property Management as they talk about the state of the market and...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Factors driving gold to record highs explained by Dubai metals expert Updated: 2011-08-21 10:03:16 Description: With the price of gold going beyond US$1800/- per ounce Phil Blizzard talks to Jeffrey Rhodes, Global Head of Precious Metals & CEO, INTL Commodities, Dubai about what is driving the value of gold to such a high price, the impact ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Airline expansion continues across GCC Updated: 2011-08-17 08:52:11 Description: This round up of the regional travel news is dominated by the aviation sector with new aircraft deliveries for FlyDubai, route expansion for Doha based Qatar Airways and also Emirates, with the Dubai based carrier, also expanding thei...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD UAE store to let customers shop for free Updated: 2011-08-17 06:21:48 Description: A store offering consumers the chance to try out products for free is to open in the UAE this year. Peter Ward talks to Anthony James, founder of Sample Central, about the concept and the advantages to brands and customers alike. ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Executive Views - Emirates Group on good environmental practice Updated: 2011-08-11 08:19:31 Description: "Good environmental practice makes good business practice" says Andrew Parker, Snr VP, Public, Industry, International and Environmental Affairs, Emirates Group following the publication of their first comprehensive environment report...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Emirates fleet 26% more efficient than industry average Updated: 2011-08-08 13:04:26 Description: The first Emirates Group Environment Report has just been published showing that the airline's carbon dioxide emissions efficiency was 26% better than the global airline average. Phil Blizzard looks at the key findings of the independ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Toyota looks at Ramadan to reach targets Updated: 2011-08-08 11:22:29 Description: Innovative marketing for the Toyota brand during the month of Ramadan by Al Futtaim Motors, Dubai has been implemented to boost sales following the devastating Tsunami which slowed production earlier this year. Phil Blizzard talks to ...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Ramadan a strong hospitality driver in the UAE Updated: 2011-08-07 05:43:06 Description: In this Ramadan focus Phil Blizzard looks at the preparations of the important fast breaking Iftar meal and talks to Hussein Hachem, GM, Al Bustan Rotana Hotel, Dubai about the significance of Ramadan and the importance of the holy mo...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD Evolution of Banyan Tree Al Wadi Ras Al Khaimah Updated: 2011-08-03 10:35:14 Description: Ras Al Khaimah's Banyan Tree Al Wadi is a luxurious resort located in the tranquil and eco-rich Wadi Khadeja, offering quests opulent tented villa's in a secluded desert environment. Pascal Eppink, GM, Banyan Tree Al Wadi, Ras Al Khai...more... LISTEN NOW | VIEW CACHE | DOWNLOAD |
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