ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Saturday, April 16th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Mubarak Abdulrahman Al Hashemi, civilian employee at the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Abu Dhabi and inventor of the ‘Smart Patrol’ project said that providing realistic innovative ideas is part of the ingrained well-established values and sense of giving that characterize the UAE, which has spared no effort to provide the necessary resources to support the creative and innovative work, so as to encourage purposeful ideas and vital projects that serve police work. Al Hashemi noted that the keenness and great attention dedicated by the country’s leadership, and its ongoing and unrelenting support to allow Emiratis to provide distinguished ideas, have been the motive that encouraged him to come up with an idea that serves the generous country, while seeking to obtain the innovation diploma at the Ministry of Interior. Furthermore, Al Hashemi said that the ‘Smart Patrol’ idea falls in ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, April 14th 2016 [ME NewsWire] The Air Wing section in the Northern Emirates at the General Directorate of Security Support at the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior took part in the "Little Pilot” Camp events at Al Thamid Women club, part of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah. The visiting students were briefed on the nature of work carried out by the rescuers, as well as their tasks and duties. They were also acquainted with the different devices and equipment used in the search, rescue and air ambulance operations, and participated in a pilot training experience through the flight simulator. The camp’s program included a photo exhibition documenting the efforts of rescuers, Air Wing personnel and aircraft maintenance personnel. The students participated with drawings that reflect the slogan "I want to become a pilot," in order to encourage young people to consider an avi ... Read more »

The largest gathering of domain industry experts will set a new path for one of the fastest growing niche business in the world Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, April 13th 2016 [ME NewsWire] With the global boom in the domain world, the industry has seen an unprecedented growth in the past 30 years with over 300 Million domains registered. The annual domain industry revenue is about USD 2.7 Billion to USD 3 Billion, from which approximately USD 450 Million to USD 500 Million is achieved through aftermarket sales. To introduce the burgeoning Domain market and the vast business scope, YUP2 Events LLC in association with World Domain Owners Association, has announced GCC's first ever International Domain Industry Conference in Dubai to be held at Hotel Radisson Blu on the 23rd and 24th April, 2016. From 1985 when the first domain name Symbolic.com was registered till 2010 over 185 million domain names were registered, opening the market to an entirely new industry that has help ... Read more »

MILAN - Thursday, April 14th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Panasonic Corporation ("Panasonic") is taking part in the Milano Salone 2016, which is being held in Milan, Italy from April 12 (Tue) to April 17 (Sun). This year, Panasonic is introducing an installation designed with the theme "KUKAN" - The Invention of Space, which combines Panasonic's imaging and audio technologies. Panasonic hopes to bring to light the undiscovered potential and allure of various spaces that can be created with its technologies in imaging, audio, lighting, etc. honed through its home appliance business, delivering wonder and excitement to people all around the world. This year's installation is designed to be one aspect of Panasonic's never-ending endeavor. [Video] Highlights & Interviews: "KUKAN" - The Invention of Space - Panasonic at #MilanoSalone 2016 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqx45OHZZtw One hundred and forty 55-inch screens arranged into 7 pillars, is showcasing Japan's unique view ... Read more »

MILAN - Jeudi 14 Avril 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)--Panasonic Corporation (« Panasonic ») participe actuellement au Milano Salone 2016, se déroulant à Milan en Italie du (mardi) 12 au (dimanche) 17 avril. Cette année, Panasonic présente une installation conçue d'après le thème « KUKAN » - L'invention de l’espace, qui combine des supports visuels et des technologies audio de Panasonic. Panasonic espère mettre en lumière le potentiel inexploité et l’attrait des différents espaces qui peuvent être créés avec ses technologies dans les domaines de l’imagerie, du son, de l’éclairage, etc., peaufinées par le biais de son activité d'électroménager, et susciter ainsi l’émerveillement et l’intérêt des spectateurs partout dans le monde. L'installation de cette année est conçue pour présenter un aspect de l'activité continue de Panasonic. [Vidéo] Faits saillants et entrevues : « KUKAN » - L'invention de l’espace - Panasonic au salon #MilanoSalone 2016 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqx ... Read more »

With a value of AED 1.2 million ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Monday, April 11th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Abu Dhabi Police succeeded in foiling a fraudulent attempt to sell fake 100,000 Kuwaiti Dinars of uncirculated 2000 Dinars notes. The fake notes were in the possession of a gang of five people, including a general manager of a medical clinic, and they tried to sell the fake notes for AED 1.2 million. Describing the details of the incident, Colonel Dr. Rashid Mohammad Borshid, Head of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) said that the Department succeeded in arresting the suspects involved in the attempt, including a father and his son of British nationality. He noted that the arrest came after a professional and proactive ambush executed by the members of the Organized Crime Section at the CID. “Late last month, the CID department received confirmed tip-off about an individual who has in his possession fake 100,000 Kuwaiti Dinars that he intended to sell as circulated note ... Read more »

The new strategy is based on an innovation-based financial system that promotes sustainability and prosperity Sharjah, United Arab Emirates - Wednesday, April 13th 2016 [ME NewsWire] In a move to achieve the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the Sharjah Central Finance Department (SFD) issued its financial strategy for the period of 2016 to 2018, with an objective to develop a financial, strategic and technical operating system and achieve high performance indicators across various departments, offices and divisions. The new financial strategy builds upon previous strategic plans, and comes in line with the government’s strategic directions and priorities, and within the framework of its unified vision and teamwork. The launch of the new strategy follows the realistic approach adopted by the Sharjah Central Finance Department . It involves a study of the financial and economic conditions at the local, ... Read more »

HOUSTON - Wednesday, April 13th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ascend Performance Materials will be showcasing its portfolio of Vydyne® nylon 6,6 products April 25-28 at Chinaplas 2016 (booth# N3B21), the largest plastics and rubber trade fair in Asia. Ascend, one of the world’s largest fully integrated producers of polyamide 66 (also known as nylon 6,6 or PA66), manufactures materials for automotive components, consumer goods, industrial products, textile goods, electrical and electronic components and carpet. Ascend’s Vydyne® PA66 fiber products are also widely used in air bags and tire cord. “We are fully committed to the nylon 6,6 chain. It is our only business,” said Phil McDivitt, president, nylon at Ascend Performance Materials. “Our 60-plus years of nylon 6,6 technical expertise combined with our world-class operations and continued investments in our people, technologies and facilities make Ascend well-positioned to help customers grow in China and throughout Asia.” U ... Read more »

RESTON, Va. - Thursday, April 14th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Satellite solutions provider SES Government Solutions (SES GS) was the sole winner of the two U.S. Government TROJAN follow-on contracts which support U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM). These contracts support the premier Army intelligence network, using the SES global data network. Both contracts were awarded as Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA’s) with a five year period of performance. While there is no minimum guarantee under a BPA for either contract, the current contract with SES GS currently utilizes slightly more than 400 MHz. The Army’s TROJAN Network provides access to a global, end-to-end network, complete with multi-band service tailored to meet specific U.S. INSCOM requirements. The SES GS suite of capabilities enhances combat readiness of military personnel by streaming data, voice and video to and from intelligence centers. Performance on the program is based on delivering operat ... Read more »

Rimini Street Achieves Perfect ISO 27001 Information Security Certification Score for Third Consecutive Year LAS VEGAS - Wednesday, April 13th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rimini Street, Inc., the leading independent provider of enterprise software support services for SAP SE’s (NYSE:SAP) Business Suite and BusinessObjects software and Oracle Corporation’s (NYSE:ORCL) Siebel, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, E-Business Suite, Oracle Database, Oracle Middleware, Hyperion, Oracle Retail and Oracle Agile PLM software, today announced that it has again successfully completed the annual ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification audit process (ISO 27001), achieving a result of “zero non-conformities” for the third consecutive year since incorporating this rigorous information management security process. To protect the assets and confidential data of Rimini Street, its prospects, clients and business partners, Rimini Street implemented a formal Information Security Management System (ISMS) under th ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, April 14th 2016 [ME NewsWire] The Strategy and Performance Development Department at the Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters, represented by the Teams and Championships Branch at the Sports Activity Section, reviewed the preparations for the eighth edition of the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship for 2016. The championship will be held in Abu Dhabi from 15-23 April at Zayed Sports City. The consultative meeting, which was attended by liaison officers from the different participating police departments, tackled the latest arrangements for the plan established to ensure security during the championship. The meeting also discussed the wide array of activities presented by the Abu Dhabi Police departments during the events accompanying the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship2016. The meeting also discussed the readiness of the participating police departments, as well as the social and recreational activities presented by these departments in the exhibi ... Read more »