Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Friday, February 6th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Juveniles Care Center at Abu Dhabi Police held the “Generation Innovation” initiative, as a part of the purposeful events, activities and programs targeting juveniles and their families. The three-week event, which was organized in collaboration with a number of voluntary organizations, aimed at spreading awareness and educating families about the optimal ways to starting a new stable life and avoiding recidivism.

Colonel Dr. Abdullah Mohammad Bu Hindi, Director of the Juveniles Care Center at Abu Dhabi Police, said that the initiative focused on enhancing communication with the juveniles’ families, nurturing close-knit family bonds, breaking down barriers between parents and children, and encouraging families to participate in the center’s future activities.

Roundtable training for families was organized as a part of the initiative; and distinguished familie ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Police Schools Department at Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters secured first place at the Women's Road Race. The Department of Community Police and the Emergency and Public Safety Department at the Directorate General of Central Operation ranked second and third respectively.

A total of 200 female participants from Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters’ various departments participated in the race that was organized by the Sports Activities Section at the Strategy and Performance Development Directorate General. The race is a part of the sports activities program for the 2015 season, and took place at Al Khalidiya Park in Abu Dhabi.

In the singles’ race, results were as follows: Munira Saleh from the ICT Department secured first place, while Reem Al Hassani from the Western Region Police Directorate and Maithaa Saeed from the Police Schools Department took seco ... Read more »

At the Conclusion of Tawdheef 2015

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Friday, February 6th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters ranked first in attracting Emirati job seekers looking for distinguished career opportunities at “Tawdheef 2015” job fair. According to Brigadier Obeid Belhubalah Al Ketbi, Head of the Selection and Recruitment Department, the Abu Dhabi Police committee collected hundreds of resumes and applications at dedicated booths in the pavilion.

Brigadier Al Ketbi hailed the efforts of the organizers for recognizing the efforts of the various government institutions and bodies and private sector companies participating at the fair, which recently came to a successful conclusion at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Center (ADNEC).

He said: “The Abu Dhabi Police is adamantly committed to supporting the Emiratisation drive as a top priority, by providing distinguished and rewarding career opportun ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates. - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Yesterday afternoon saw some of Dubai’s most glamorous and sophisticated ladies gather together in the urban chic surroundings of Serafina, Souk Al Bahar to experience a sample of what Ladies Day Out 2015 is set to offer. Serafina became filled with high heels, fashion bloggers and key media all excited to hear exclusive details about this year’s event.

Serafina’s remarkable food combined with the lively atmosphere has garnered a wide audience. The unique combination of a casual setting, charming service and deliciously good food has kept the locals and celebrity-studded clientele coming back for more.

The guests were welcomed in with Serafina’s infamous signature mocktail the ‘love potion’ alongside heart shaped canapés. The relaxed vibe and open plan of Serafina allowed the ladies to mingle and sample some of the many services that will be available ... Read more »

Global Online Auction Sale Featuring High Quality IP and Technology Assets Begins March 17, 2015

MIDLAND, Mich. & MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. - Friday, February 6th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE) agencyIP today announced that they have been retained by Dow Corning Corporation (“Dow Corning”), a worldwide leader in silicon-based technology and innovation, to manage a global auction including nearly 1,000 of its high-quality global patent and Intellectual Property (“IP”) assets spanning nearly 375 technologies. The sale begins March 17, 2015, and will be conducted via Global Online Auction. agencyIP has partnered with Heritage Global Partners (“HGP”) to conduct the auction. See http://www.agencyip.com/Auctions/Dow-Corning for more information.

Dow Corning’s decision to monetize select IP assets is a result of the Company’s strategic initiatives to optimize technology investments across various platforms. The sal ... Read more »

HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE) General Cable Corporation (NYSE: BGC) reported today results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2014. For the fourth quarter of 2014, the Company recorded adjusted earnings per share of $0.15 and adjusted operating income of $46 million, in line with management’s guidance. For the fourth quarter of 2014, reported loss per share was $2.86 and reported operating income was $14 million. For the full year 2014, the Company generated adjusted operating cash flow of $212 million and reported operating cash flow of $134 million. See page 3 of this press release for information on the reconciliation of adjusted to reported results.

Highlights

    Fourth quarter adjusted operating income and adjusted EPS in line with management’s guidance
    Exceeded full year 2014 adjusted operating cash flow target
    Reduced ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Clubs and Sports Activities Department at Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters (GHQ) hosted a ceremony to honor Emirates Transport (ET), at the company’s Mussafah Branch headquarters. The ceremony was attended by Colonel Saif Saeed Al Shamesi, Chief of the Cultural and Social Activities at the Clubs Department and Aamer Al Shehhi, manager of Abu Dhabi school transport at the company.

Colonel Al Shamesi praised the efforts exerted by Emirates Transport, in its capacity as one of Abu Dhabi Police’s strategic partners. He also commended the company’s contributions to supporting the Club Department’s endeavors aimed at offering the best services in the field of school transport, as well as its continuous collaboration in the various events organized by Abu Dhabi Police.

Towards the end of the ceremony, Colonel Al Shamesi presented a certificate of appreciation ... Read more »

MUSCAT, Oman. - Friday, February 6th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE) The ties between Oman and Switzerland have been significantly enhanced in recent weeks, with the opening of a new embassy in Muscat in particular signifying the growing political and economic links between the two countries.

Around a third of European visa applications from Oman have been to the Alpine nation. Oman’s strong economic development has helped bring about increased trade with Switzerland in recent months.

Moreover, with news of high-level corruption dominating the headlines in Oman for some time, there are many positive signs that the country is on the right path to resolving financial misconduct through increasing its cooperation with other nations.

That Michael Lauber, the Swiss Attorney General, was received by his Omani counterpart Hussain bin Hilali and Senior Public Prosecutor Faisal Al Rashdi in Muscat serves as one important example of this.

His v ... Read more »

PARIS. - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Statkraft, a significant player in the European and global energy markets, moves onto Murex’s MX.3 for Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) solution to empower its growth and expansion strategy.

(BUSINESS WIRE) Murex, the leading provider of integrated trading, risk management and processing solutions, has announced today that Statkraft, a world leader in hydropower and Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy, has gone live on Murex’s MX.3 ETRM solution. In June 2013, Statkfraft decided to reconsider its whole IT ecosystem in order to overcome the limitations of an interwoven infrastructure and maintain their leading-edge in physical and financial energy trading and origination. Investigation of alternative vendors showed that the modern technological foundations of MX.3 would address the company's concerns about long-term viability and support. Within 9 months, MX.3 was installed in ... Read more »