August 31, 2008
Revving exports
Indian tractor-maker focuses on overseas growth
Fears over damage to US oil rigs
With Hurricane Gustav on course to hit the US Gulf, the damage it does to the region's oil facilities could be a "worse case scenario".
Alf Yad announces partnership in landmark renewable energy venture – EmBio
United Arab Emirates: Alf Yad Limited LLC, a Dubai based venture capital fund announced a venture capital investment in EmBio; positioned to become producer of the first constant supply of high grade biodiesel in the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf Cooperation Council. [AMEInfo.com]
du celebrates Ramadan with exciting offers and activities
United Arab Emirates: In-line with the spirit of Ramadan and commitment to community involvement, du, the UAE's integrated telecom operator, is celebrating Ramadan with exciting offers and activities. [AMEInfo.com]
Kia Motors Unveils the new SUV ‘Mohave’
Jordan: National Arab Motors, KIA Motors-Jordan unveiled its new SUV- Mohave- during an event held in the Four Seasons Hotel-Amman with the presence of a number of VIP's, professionals, media representatives and 4X4 fans. [AMEInfo.com]
ADIC-UBS welcomes new CIO
United Arab Emirates: Vincent Gilles recently joined Abu Dhabi Investment Company as the new Chief Investment Officer of ADIC-UBS Infrastructure Investment Limited, ADIC's recently formed joint venture with UBS Asset Management, focusing on infrastructure investments within the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey. [AMEInfo.com]
Jasper Capital unit opens in DIFC
United Arab Emirates: Jasper Corporate Finance Limited, a subsidiary of Jasper Capital has received its license to operate as an authorised firm in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Jasper will offer financial and corporate finance advisory services, with a focus on regional transactions including debt and equity raising, mergers and acquisitions, project finance, underwriting and corporate strategy. [AMEInfo.com]
Nominations for 2008 Abu Dhabi Awards open September 7th
United Arab Emirates: With the 2008 Abu Dhabi Awards campaign due to kick-off in one week's time, organisers are asking citizens and residents of the Emirate to begin thinking about who they would like to nominate to be a recipient of this prestigious honour. [AMEInfo.com]
du’s CEO talking Ramadan
United Arab Emirates: Ramadan Kareem and in this special edition of Executive Views we talk with Osman Sultan, CEO, du about the Spirit of Ramadan. Phil Blizzard looks at the way this young organisation unites the community at this special time of the year. [AMEInfo.com]
KHDA officials visit schools on first day
United Arab Emirates: Several officials from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and its Schools Agency visited several schools in Dubai to welcome students on their first day at school. [AMEInfo.com]