PARIS. - Tuesday, August 12th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE) Based on a high demand for additional information regarding its business in Russia, Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) provided the following third-quarter update today:

In the past week, both the United States and the European Union (EU) have announced economic sanctions and restrictions relating to Russia that is affecting its energy, defense and banking sectors. Schlumberger continues to monitor these events closely to ensure that our activities and actions are in full compliance with applicable regulations.

The sanctions are placing some restrictions on the engagement of certain people and equipment in our Russian operations which in the short term will have an impact on operational efficiency and costs in Russia. The financial impact of the sanctions in the third quarter is limited, and is currently estimated to be up to $0.03 of earnings per share.

Schlumberger remains confident that ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, August 12th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The Traffic and Patrols Directorate at Abu Dhabi Police has welcomed as many as 19,640 clients at its various customer service centers and catered to their requirements by processing their different traffic-related transactions throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan. It has also distributed a total of 45,000 Iftar meals to motorists.

Colonel Ahmed Al Shehhi, Chief of the Support Services Section at the Traffic and Patrols Directorate, emphasized the keenness of Abu Dhabi Police to improve all services provided to the public, as per the best international quality standards and specifications. He also reiterated the directorate’s commitment to ensure the quick completion of customers’ transactions and to streamline procedures to attain the highest level of customer satisfaction. This is achieved through the distinguished customer service centers, fitted with high quality equipment and s ... Read more »

HOUSTON. - Tuesday, August 12th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE) OneSubsea™, a Cameron (NYSE: CAM) and Schlumberger (NYSE: SLB) company, Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc. (NYSE: HLX) and Schlumberger today announced that they have entered into a letter of intent to form an alliance to develop technologies and deliver services to optimize the cost and efficiency of subsea well intervention systems.

Helix is a leading subsea well intervention provider, with the largest fleet size of well intervention vessels, and an unequalled track record in cost-effective subsea well intervention. OneSubsea, a preeminent solution provider for subsea well control, with a global footprint of executed major projects, has significant experience in the manufacture and supply of subsea well intervention equipment and services. Schlumberger is the world's leading supplier of technology and services to the oilfield, including conveyance systems and in-well technologies for subse ... Read more »

Dubai – United Arab Emirates, - Tuesday, August 12th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

MCI Middle East is proud to announce the 6th edition of UAE Cancer Congress 2014, to be held at Grand Hyatt, Dubai from 30th October to 1st November, 2014.

The most anticipated oncology event in the Middle East, the UAE Cancer Congress is presented by Al Noor Hospitals Group and Gulf International Cancer Center, under the conference theme: “Promoting Excellence in Oncology”.

“UAE Cancer Congress has established itself as one of the most premiere events with thousands of delegates attending each year from all over the Middle East, Asia and Europe. The event has become an annual meeting place for Oncologists, Radiologists, Pathologists, Pharmacists, Nurses, General Practitioners and surgeons to attend specialised sessions on cancer”, commented by President of the Congress.

Dr. Kassem Alom CEO of Al Noor Hospitals Group commented: “We are very plea ... Read more »

RICHARDSON, Texas - Mardi 12 Août 2014 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)--La société Mavenir Systems® (NYSE : MVNR), un prestataire de premier plan de solutions de mise en réseau logicielles, a annoncé aujourd’hui qu’elle était parmi les cinq fournisseurs d’infrastructures IMS les plus installées à être reconnus par les opérateurs dans l’enquête d’Infonetics Research « IMS Services Strategies and Vendor Leadership: Global Service Provider Survey »(Stratégies de services IMS et leadership des fournisseurs : Enquête mondiale sur les prestataires de services). « La croissance exponentielle des appareils mobiles et du trafic mobile impose des demandes toujours plus grandes sur les réseaux existants. Les opérateurs recherchent des façons d’améliorer l’efficacité et les coûts de leurs réseaux. « La virtualisation, NFV et IMS sont au cœur de ces discussions », a déclaré Pardeep Kohli, président et chef de la direction ... Read more »

Acrow participe au Premier Forum d’entreprises États Unis/ Afrique dans le cadre du Sommet des dirigeants États Unis/Afrique du Président Obama.

PARSIPPANY, N.J. - Mardi 12 Août 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE) Acrow Bridge, une des grandes sociétés internationales d'ingénierie et de distribution de ponts, a rejoint un groupe restreint de compagnies américaines à l’inauguration du Forum des Entreprises États Unis/Afrique le 5 août à Washington DC . Organisé par Penny Pritzker ministre américain du commerce et par le philanthrope Michael Bloomberg dans le cadre du Sommet des dirigeants d’entreprises États Unis / Afrique  de la Maison Blanche, l’évènement exceptionnel  a réuni le Président Obama et 45 autres  chefs d’états africains avec les leaders du monde des affaires aux États Unis et en Afrique afin de d’examiner les  opportunités croissantes en termes de commerce et d’investissements en Afrique p ... Read more »

Why not uncover the treasures of Japanese crafts and local products and sell them in your own country?

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OSAKA, Japan - Monday, August 11th 2014

MatchBox (https://matchboxec.com/), a business matching site that introduces Japanese crafts and local products to overseas audiences, locates appealing sellers, and provides the means to expand business, launches on August 11, 2014. As a result, the site is actively recruiting companies interested in becoming buyers.

MatchBox (https://matchboxec.com/) was developed by Seiwa Logistics Systems, an Osaka-based (Japan) logistics company that has experienced explosive growth via its innovative applications of IT and web systems.

MatchBox is a business matching site that introduces works specifically focused on Japanese traditional crafts and products manufactured by local industries for the purpose of allowing users to discover new business opportunities. Even globally, it is the o ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Monday, August 11th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, stressed that the UAE leadership is committed to providing all means necessary to respond effectively and to ensure the security and safety of society and its members, including citizens, residents, and visitors. His Highness also explained that the leadership is keen on providing high-quality services that reflect the advanced levels of development that are taking place in various areas within the UAE.

These remarks were made by His Highness during the inauguration ceremony of the new Abu Dhabi Police Criminal Investigation Department (CID) building located near the Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters on Al Saada Street. HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan was accompanied by Major General Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Office of HH Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interio ... Read more »

Participates in the First U.S.-Africa Business Forum as Part of President Obama’s U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit

PARSIPPANY, N.J. - Monday, August 11th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Acrow Bridge, a leading international bridge engineering and supply company, joined a select group of U.S. companies at the inaugural U.S.-Africa Business Forum on August 5 in Washington, D.C. Hosted by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker and philanthropist Michael Bloomberg as part of the White House’s U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, the exclusive event brought together President Obama and 45 African heads of state with U.S. and African business leaders to focus on expanding trade and investment opportunities in Africa for U.S. businesses.

“Entrepreneurship is alive and well in Africa, with hundreds of thousands of new businesses being established every year across the Continent,” said Paul Sullivan, Acrow’s Director of International Business De ... Read more »