Top international public relations firms back the 2014 awards programme

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Monday, July 21st 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The Middle East PR Association (MEPRA) launched the sixth annual MEPRA awards programme to recognize public relations (PR) practitioners from across the region. The awards ceremony will be attended by the Middle East’s best performers in PR and regional representatives of some of the world’s leading PR firms.

The Awards seek to recognise and reward agencies, teams and individuals practicing and delivering excellence in the public relations sector in the Middle East, and is backed by some of the region’s top performers in the industry.

MEPRA’s Chair, Nicola Gregson, , said: “As we enter our sixth year, the Middle East PR Awards continue to offer an unmatchable platform on which PR practitioners can showcase the creativity, hard work and value PR brings to the region’s communicatio ... Read more »

Ignacio Garcia-Alves exercera un second mandat comme Président du conseil d’administration et Président Directeur Général

BRUXELLES - Lundi 21 Juillet 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arthur D. Little, le cabinet de conseil en management mondial à la croisée de la stratégie, des technologies et de l’iinnovation pour transformer les entreprises, annonce que son conseil d’administration a été réélu par l’Assemblée Générale des actionnaires lors de la réunion annuelle tenue en Belgique.

Suite à l’élection de son conseil d’administration, Ignacio Garcia-Alves a été réélu pour un autre mandat de 3 ans comme Président du conseil d’administration et Président Directeur Général du groupe.

Le conseil d’administration est composé de Vincent Bamberger, Managing Partner France, Saverio Caldani, Managing Partner Italie, Fabian Doemer, Managing Partner Europe Centrale, Ignacio GarciaAlves, Président Directeur Génér ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, July 20th 2014 [ME NewsWire]
The Abu Dhabi Police, represented by the Operation Room at the Operations Department, launched a social initiative aiming to honor people who contact the Operation Room (999) to report the emergency situations that are classified as very serious. This initiative recognizes the social responsibility of the callers that has contributed to the speed of responses and intervention at the time of accidents.  
This initiative coincides with the vacations, holidays and official events in the country, which include religious, national, security and social celebrations. In its sixth session, the initiative will identify and honor the collaborators and informants from the important cases during the period of 20 July until after Eid Al-Fitr.
First Lieutenant Fahed Al Dahmani, Secretary of the Office of the Department of Operations Head and supervisor of the initiative, said, “This social initiati ... Read more »

SHENZHEN, Chine - Lundi 21 Juillet 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)--ZTE, l’un des principaux fabricants de téléphones au monde, a annoncé aujourd’hui l’un des premiers smartphones au monde pré-chargés avec l’application Google Now Launcher, en-dehors des appareils Nexus et Google Play Experience, à offrir une expérience utilisateur supérieure et une meilleure valeur d’usage. Le smartphone Blade Vec 4G de ZTE équipé de Google Now Launcher incorpore le processeur Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 400 et renforce la solide relation qu’entretient ZTE avec Google et Qualcomm Technologies pour développer le marché du LTE.

ZTE a travaillé en étroite collaboration avec Google pour pré-charger Google Now Launcher dans plusieurs de ses appareils. Le smartphone Blade Vec 4G de ZTE avec Android 4.4, processeur Snapdragon 400 et intégrant la technologie LTE 3G/4G multi-mode est conçu pour offrir une expérience utilisateur supérieure grâce à 3 ... Read more »

MoI Stresses on Developing Applicants Skills and Encouraging Innovation and Development

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, July 20th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The participants at the Ramadan Council organized by the Law Respect Culture Bureau at the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Interior and hosted by Dr. Suleiman Moussa Al Jassem, former President of Zayed University, stressed the importance of utilizing the old experiences in military recruitment, and reconsider the period of National Service. The participants discussed the possibilities of reducing the National Service from nine months to six months in order to avoid any negative effects on the future of high school graduates. They also suggested including the National Service curriculum within the educational system, in addition to establish supervisory units that monitor food in schools, and focus on sport activities in order to prepare a healthy and a disease f ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Friday, July 18th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

Organized by the Law Respect Culture Bureau at the General Secretariat of the Office of HH Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Interior, five Ramadan councils will kick off tomorrow, Saturday, to conclude the Ramadan Councils event for this year.

The first Ramadan council covers the topic of ‘United in Responsibility: The Social Security Net.’ The council will be held at the house of Ali Mohammed Al Mulla, Director of a Private Company, and moderated by media figure Talal Al Handasi.

The second council will be hosted by Dr. Suleiman Mousa Al Jassim, Former Director of Zayed University. It will discuss the topic of ‘United in Destiny: National Service Honor.’ The council and moderated by media figure Ahmed Al Yammahi.

The third council will elaborate on the topic of ‘United in Knowledge: Transfer and Management of Knowledge’. The council will ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, July 20th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

Passionate. Spontaneous. Ready to take in life to the fullest. adidas’ new limited edition duo fragrance and body care line is inspired by Brazilian colourful way of life. Brazil is far more than a place – it’s a feeling. A unique blend of happiness, dance and freedom.

A nation that thrills to every inspired competition and sport.

Just as the athletes prepare themselves physically and mentally for competition, everyone has their own unique rituals too. Even the choice of body care can be a meaningful part of the preparation. The new Get Ready duo and body care line celebrates the unique way Brazilians have of getting ready to celebrate their excitement and love of sports.

The new Get Ready! range is set for a worldwide launch in January 2014 – April 2014 in the Middle East.

Vibrant Brazil-inspired packaging

Making the most of the vibrant, optimis ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, July 20th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The Khalifa Student Empowerment Program, at the Office of HH Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior (MoI), in collaboration with the Anti-Narcotics Federal Directorate General at MoI, has issued its first literary publications that aim to promote public awareness about the dangers of drugs and the experiences and recoveries of those who have battled drug abuse and addiction.

The first literary work is a collection of short stories entitled, “The Mother of Addicts.” The author of this collection is Amal Abdul Rahman Al Faqa’I, a social worker at the Dubai Police. The second work is a novel entitled, “The Beginning of the End.” The author is Malak Obeid and was written in collaboration with the Kalimat institution.

The short stories collection, “The Mother of Addicts,” presents a number of humanitarian cases from the author’s work exper ... Read more »

Ignacio Garcia-Alves will serve another term as Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

BRUSSELS - Monday, July 21st 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Arthur D. Little, the global management consultancy linking strategy, technology and innovation to transform business, announces that its Board of Directors has been re-elected by its General Assembly of Shareholders during the Annual General Meeting held in Belgium.

Following the election of the Board of Directors, Ignacio GarciaAlves was re-elected for another three year term as Chairman of the Board and Global Chief Executive Officer.

The Board of Directors comprises Vincent Bamberger, Managing Partner of France, Saverio Caldani, Managing Partner of Italy, Fabian Doemer, Managing Partner of Central Europe, Ignacio GarciaAlves, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board, Thomas Kuruvilla, Managing Partner of the Middle-East, Bo Lenerius, Managing Partner of Nordics, and Nick White, ... Read more »

Commending The Ministry of Interior’s Keenness to Spread the Sublime Message of the Councils in the Community

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, July 20th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The Ministry of Interior’s Ramadan Council hosted by businessman Ali Muhammed Al Mulla in his home in Fujairah recommended enriching the educational curriculums with principles and traditions of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) society making them the protective fort of the country. The Council recommended establishing a Social Intellectual Security Fund at the UAE level, where a portion of the country’s budget would be allocated for this fund for the sake of children of coming generations.

Organized by the Law Respect Culture Bureau at the General Secretariat of the Office of H.H Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior and held under the title: “United in Responsibility: Social Security Network,” the council noted the role of media in highlightin ... Read more »

During Ramadan in the Eastern and Central Regions of Abu Dhabi Emirate

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Saturday, July 19th 2014 [ME NewsWire]
The Mobile Dental Care Unit of Abu Dhabi Police has carried out comprehensive dental check-ups and provided treatment to 269 individuals in the Central and Eastern regions of the Abu Dhabi Emirate during the holy month of Ramadan from the end of June till July 10th. This initiative, carried out in coordination with the Family Development Foundation, covered the following regions: Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi Gate, Al Shahama, Ramah, Al Shuaib, Al Hayer, Suwaihan and Al Wagan.   The Mobile Dental Care Unit’s services provided to the public fall in line with the ‘Plants of Hope’ initiative launched earlier by the police leadership. This initiative aims to promote the Ministry of Interior’s community role and to provide the best medical and therapeutic services to individuals; in support of the Abu Dhabi ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, July 20th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Abu Dhabi distributed Iftar meals on workers in the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD) in Mussafah.

Colonel Salim Ali Al Qattam Al Zaabi, Director General of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Abu Dhabi contributed in distributing the Iftar meals in line with the “O seeker of good, proceed” initiative. Colonel Al Zaabi with the participation of the Media and Public Relations Section distributed the Iftar meals on workers. The step comes in line with the belief of the importance of social communication with all segments of the society in implementation of the approach adopted by the higher leadership during the Holy Month of Ramadan. The leadership’s approach made the United Arab Emirates (UAE) a capital and a beacon of good and generosity.

Dr. Muhammed Salah Al Mistawi, Secretary General of the Higher Islami ... Read more »

La société a été nommée pour trois prix au total

LITTLETON, Colorado - Lundi 21 Juillet 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Le CPI Card Group, un leader mondial dans la production de cartes financières, EMV et commerciales et de services connexes, est heureuse d’annoncer que la société a été honorée de trois nominations aux « Prix des paiements émergents » (« Emerging Payments Awards ») dont la cérémonie de remise se tiendra en octobre à Londres.

Sont parmi les catégories dans lesquelles CPI a été sélectionnée comme finaliste : « Entreprise numéro un internationale de cartes prépayées » (« Leading Global Prepaid Organisation »), « Meilleure carte prépayée ou conception d’emballage, Royaume-Uni » (« Best Prepaid Card or Packaging Design, UK ») « Meilleur programme de cartes cadeau numériques » (« Best Digital Gifting Programme »)

Les « Prix ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Friday, July 18th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

A student delegation from the Abu Dhabi Education Council’s schools visited the Operations Department at the General Directorate of Central Operation at the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ. This visit is part of the volunteering project (My Identity).   Captain Ahmed Al Zaabi from the Department, briefed the delegation, which included 35 students and supervisors, on the work system and procedures adopted by the Operations Room and the equipment used.   Moreover, the delegation reviewed the creative idea of the “The Excellence Laboratory”, its content, and its role in developing and improving work through brainstorming sessions and periodic workshops.   Lt. Colonel Nasser Suleiman Al Maskari, Head of the Operations Department stressed the importance of communication and cooperation with partners to share knowledge and experience. He also highlighted the attention dedica ... Read more »

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HOUSTON - Saturday, July 19th 2014

Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) will hold a conference call on October 17, 2014 to discuss the results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2014.

The conference call is scheduled to begin at 7:00 am (US Central Time), 8:00 am (US Eastern Time), 2:00 pm (Paris time). A press release regarding the results for the third quarter will be issued on October 16, 2014 after the close of markets.

As previously indicated, absent conflicts with market holidays, Schlumberger will hold its conference calls to discuss earnings results on the third Friday of the month following the end of a fiscal quarter, beginning at 7:00 am (US Central Time), 8:00 am (US Eastern Time).

To access the conference call, listeners should contact the Conference Call Operator at +1 (800) 288-8967 within North America or +1 (612) 332-0107 outside of North America approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the c ... Read more »

Company nominated for three awards in total

LITTLETON, Colo. - Saturday, July 19th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- CPI Card Group, a global leader in financial, EMV and commercial card production, and related services, is pleased to announce that the company has been honored with three nominations at the Emerging Payments Awards taking place this October in London.

Categories in which CPI has been chosen as a finalist include: Leading Global Prepaid Organisation Best Prepaid Card or Packaging Design, UK Best Digital Gifting Programme

The Emerging Payments Awards build on the success of the Prepaid Awards that has been judging and acknowledging top quality payment people and programmes since 2006 in the UK, France, Canada, India and South Africa.

“Being selected as a finalist for the ‘Leading Global Prepaid Organisation’ is truly one of the greatest honors we could receive in our industry,” said Steve Montross, Pres ... Read more »

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HOUSTON - Lundi 21 Juillet 2014

Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) tiendra une téléconférence le 17 octobre 2014 pour commenter ses résultats du troisième trimestre clos le 30 septembre 2014.

La téléconférence est prévue pour 7h00 (heure de Houston), 8h00 (heure de New York), 14h00 (heure de Paris). Un communiqué de presse concernant les résultats du troisième trimestre paraîtra le 16 octobre 2014 après la clôture des marchés.

Comme annoncé précédemment, sauf conflit avec un jour de fermeture des marchés, Schlumberger tiendra ses téléconférences de présentation de ses résultats le troisième vendredi du mois suivant la fin d'un exercice, à 7h00 (heure de Houston), 8h00 (heure de New York).

Pour accéder à la téléconférence, les auditeurs devront contacter l'opérateur en composant le +1 (800) 288-8967 en Amérique du Nord ou le +1 (612) 332-0107 en dehors de l'Amérique du Nord environ 10 minutes avant le début de ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Friday, July 18th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Al Ain concluded the second season of the Ramadan competition titled “The Field Challenge”, with the participation of several teams representing Al Ain government institutions and departments. The contest witnessed strong competition between the teams that qualified for the finals, namely; the Al Ain Municipality Team (“Al Wahat”) and Al Ain Distribution Company (AADC) (AinBusokhnah).

In his address on this occasion, Colonel Khalifa Matar Balquba' Al Humairi, Director of the Residency and Foreigners' Affairs Department in Al Ain welcomed the attendees. He praised the response from partners to the department’s initiative in organizing this competition for the second season, which includes participation of Al Ain government departments and institutions. “This first- of-its-kind initiative in th ... Read more »