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Khalifa Fund CEO Gives Students Strategic Insights
His Excellency Abdullah Saeed Al Darmaki, Acting CEO of Abu Dhabi’s Khalifa Fund, has provided London Business School Executive MBA (Dubai) students a special insight into how local government entities develop strategic initiatives.
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TDIC Announce The Complete Lease Of First Phase St. Regis Apartments And Launches Phase Two
Following the successful launch of phase one of The Residences at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC), the master developer of Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi, today announced the launch of phase two.
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Under The Patronage Of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and President of Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-University (HBMeU), the Annual Congress 2012 will be held from January 30 until February 1, 2012, at the University premises and also at Atlantis The Palm.
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His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Launches International Water Summit
Highness General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces,has launched the International Water Summit to be held alongside the World Future Energy Summit in January 2013.
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EAD Announces Completion Of 22 Solar Desalination Plants
The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi announced today the completion of the construction of 22 solar desalination plants as part of the Agency project to construct 30 solar desalination plants in different locations across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
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Technology Transforming Potential Of Renewable Energy
Andrew Beebe, COO of Suntech, the world’s largest producer of solar panels, said that cost-competitive utility-scale renewable energy was already within reach.
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Two Masdar Institute Students to Join Sir Robert Swan’s International Antarctic Expedition 2012 Team
MasdarInstitute of Science and Technology, an independent, research-driven graduate-level university focused on advanced energy and sustainable technologies, today announced two of its students will becomeprivileged members of the International Antarctic Expedition (IAE) 2012 team.
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Sorouh signs contract for sale of three commercial floors at Sky Tower
The commercial handover in Sky Tower began in early March 2011 and approximately 80% of sold commercial units have been handed over.
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South Korea Prime Minister Visits Masdar Ahead Of Keynote Address At World Future Energy Summit
During the visit, Prime Minister Kim Hwang-sik toured Masdar City and the campus of the Masdar Institute of Science and technology - the Middle East’s first home grown, graduate level research driven institute dedicated to renewable energy and clean technologies.
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UAE’s Holistic Approach To Developing Robust R&D Infrastructure Most Appropriate, Says Masdar Institute President
The UAE has fittinglyadopted a holistic and multidimensional approach through capital formation and market creation for the development of a robust R&D infrastructure to diversify the economy and move towards a knowledge-based society
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Masdar And ADNOC Take Carbon Capture, Usage & Storage Project Forward At EMIRATES STEEL’s Mussafah Facility
The two organisations have made sufficient progress on the commercial principles and have now commenced drafting Head of Terms (HoT) to govern future detailed delivery agreements.
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Inflight Connectivity Takes To The Skies With Etihad Airways
The aircraft - three Airbus A330-300 and one Airbus A320 aircraft - are equipped with inflight passenger connectivity services. Another connectivity-enabled Airbus A320 will be delivered in March 2012.
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Masdar To Bring WFES Experience To Asia Future Energy Forum In Singapore
With its exemplary track record in hosting global platforms such as the World Future Energy Summit, Masdar will support and participate in AFEF to drive debate, promote knowledge sharing and strengthen collaborations.
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Investment In Innovation And Education The Key To Growth, Say Renewables Business Leaders
Speaking at the plenary session Business Leaders in Renewable Energy - Insights from the Executive Suite, nine senior figures from the energy sector agreed that 2012 was likely to be a challenging year - but that those challenges could be overcome by a commitment to strategic investment.
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Al Bateen Executive Airport announces Falcon Aviation Services as the Gold Sponsors for Abu Dhabi Air Expo
Al Bateen Executive Airport, the dedicated business aviation airport of Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), announced today that Falcon Aviation services will be the Gold Sponsor for the first general aviation exhibition in the Middle East, Abu Dhabi Air Expo from 6th-8th March 2012.
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IATA Establishes A Training Partnership With Etihad Airways
The partnership will also aim at upgrading the leadership competencies of various industry resources by introducing the IATA-Harvard Leadership & Management training program in collaboration with Harvard Business School Publishing.
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Zayed Future Energy Prize Announces Winners
His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, today presented the prestigious 2012 Zayed Future Energy Prize to 3 winners and 2 runners up at the awards ceremony held in Emirates Palace.
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Scotland And Masdar Agree Framework To Develop Comprehensive Renewable Energy Plan
The agreement includes Masdar, the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology and Scottish Enterprise, and follows discussions between the First Minister and Dr Al Jaber during his visit to the United Arab Emirates in November last year.
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Etihad Airways Commences Flights To Tripoli
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, operated its maiden flight from Abu Dhabi to Tripoli on Tuesday, the airline’s first new destination of 2012.
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Masdar Capital Announces Plans to Form New Renewable Energy Project Platform with Development Bank of Japan
Today, Masdar Capital, the private equity arm of Abu Dhabi based renewable energy company Masdar, announced plans to form a renewable energy project platform, in partnership with Development Bank of Japan Inc. ("DBJ").
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Abu Dhabi International Airport Celebrates Arrival Of Airberlin’s Inaugural Flight
Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), in cooperation with Etihad Airways, welcomed this morning the first airberlin flight to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
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Abu Dhabi Festival Announces Stellar Line-Up Of International Talent For 2012
Celebrating its ninth edition in 2012, the Abu Dhabi Festival has confirmed its place amongst the UAE’s cultural calendar highlights by announcing a stellar programme of world-leading artistic talent.
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UN Secretary-General Calls For Action To Achieve Sustainable Energy for All By 2030
Globally, one person in five lacks access to modern electricity and twice that number, three billion people, rely on wood, coal, charcoal or animal waste for cooking and heating. In developed countries the problem is a substantial waste of energy.
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Etihad Airways And Airberlin Combine Frequent Flyer Programs, Double Miles To Celebrate Start Of Partnership
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, and airberlin will integrate their frequent flyer programs from January 15, 2012, as part of the rollout of their recent partnership.
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GCC Economic Developments & Outlook 2012
Global growth slowed in 2011 affected by higher oil prices, earthquake and tsunami in Japan, and fiscal issues in developed economies.
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International Conservation Workshop Completes Re-introduction Guidelines At Al Ain Zoo
Since their last meeting in Al Ain Zoo in April 2011, task force members have been actively working on revising these guidelines to an all-embracing template such that this year’s workshops will be focused on editing and testing the guidelines against real life situations.
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Dubai Supreme Council Of Energy To Present 1,000mw Solar Park At Wfes 2012
The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy will present plans for the 1,000 megawatt Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park at this week’s World Future Energy Summit.
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Fun Drive Participants Celebrate With A 418kg Cake Courtesy Of Mafraq Hotel
Mafraq Hotel in Abu Dhabi are applauded for their hospitality and catering services over the weekend of Fun Drive- the 31st Gulf News Overnighter Fun Drive with 2,400 participants and 700 four-wheel drives.
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Crown Prince Of Abu Dhabi Inaugurates Fifth World Future Energy Summit
His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, today inaugurated the fifth edition of the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi.
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Call To Action Opens IRENA Second Assembly
The world’s most influential advocates for renewable energy gathered today in Abu Dhabi, UAE for the International Renewable Energy Agency’s Second Assembly, where they were told that they must develop a new type of organisation for a new world.
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Toyota Donates Zayed Prize Fund To Establish Sustainable Mobility Scholarship Program At Masdar Institute
The annual scholarships will be offered to highly-qualified graduate students from around the world to work on projects in the area of technologies for sustainable development.
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du Launches Russian Prime Package - The Best Of Russian TV Entertainment!
du, the UAE’s fastest-growing telecommunications company, has launched its newest du TV package, tailored exclusively to its Russian-speaking customers.
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Flag-Bearer History Chaser: Emirati Golfer To Swing With World’s Best At Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship
Twenty-one-year-old golfer, Ahmed Al Musharrekh, the UAE’s top ranked national player, is determined to make history and become the first Emirati to make the cut at this month’s Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship, running January 26-29 at Abu Dhabi Golf Club.
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NYUAD Institute Features Lecture On Architecture And Design Of The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
The Sheikh Zayed Mosque has both modern and traditional elements, paying homage to the diverse traditions of earlier Islamic architecture, while also implementing unique design features, he explained.
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UAE Business Council for Sustainable Development To Launch Vision 2050 Arabia At WFES 2012
Speaking at the launch of Vision 2050 Arabia will be Marcel Engel, Managing Director, Development Focus Area & Regional Network - WBCSDl; Hussain Al Mahmoudi, President - UAE BCSD; and Gus Schellekens, Director, Sustainability and Climate Change, PwC.
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ADTA scoops two 2011 World Travel Awards
ADTA has scooped two 2011 World Travel Awards - the World’s Responsible Tourism Award and World’s Leading Destination Marketing Campaign, where it beat off shortlisted competition from India and Spain.
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Etihad Airways Carries A Record Number Of Passengers And Cargo In 2011
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, carried a record 8.29 million passengers in 2011, a 17 per cent increase on the previous year.
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INTERMAT Middle East Returns to Abu Dhabi in October 2012
INTERMAT Middle East will showcase a new exhibition format combining a high level conference program with international experts and a comprehensive exhibition, featuring the most representative companies in heavy machinery, equipment and solutions for construction and infrastructure.
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The Young Generations Discover Wind Power At Vestas’ ’Wonder Of Wind’ At World Future Energy Summit
Vestas will closely collaborate with MASDAR in a dedicated "Wonder of Wind" area, featuring several interactive programs for children and young people, who will have the opportunity to "learn with fun" about wind and its benefits and to take part in online competitions.
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Yas Marina Announces Signing of Partnership Agreement with Seawings
Yas Marina, one of the premier marinas in Abu Dhabi, operated and managed by Camper & Nicholsons Marinas, has signed a partnership agreement with Seawings, the seaplane tour operator based in Dubai, to begin routes to Yas Marina and Yas Island with immediate effect.
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Kalimat, du Announce Their Renewed Partnership
The announcement was made at a press conference held at the Maraya Art Centre and attended by HE Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Founder and CEO of Kalimat and Hala Badri, Executive Vice President, Brand and Communications, du.
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Preparations on in full swing as WFES 2012 gets underway on Monday
Over 26,000 attendees, including 3,000 delegates, 650 exhibiting companies and 20 national pavilions, are participating at WFES 2012.
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Sanya here we come!
A visiting delegation from the Chinese resort of Sanya - which will host the fourth leg stopover of the Volvo Ocean Race once the fleet leaves Abu Dhabi - has welcomed ADTA officials at its pavilion at the Destination Village on the Corniche Breakwater.
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Masdar Deploys C3 Energy Management Software to Track Renewable Energy Production Assets, Energy-Efficient Buildings and Carbon Portfolio
Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s multi-faceted renewable energy company, and C3, an energy and emissions management solutions provider, announced today that Masdaris using C3’s energy management technology in Masdar City to monitor and optimize energy, water, sustainable transportation and waste.
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