Iris PR signs on new clients
23.05.2013 / By GMR
Dubai based Iris Public Relations reports new clients from education, automotive and healthcare services sectors. The agency has signed with Glion Institute of Higher Education and Les Roches International School of Hotel Management ,two of the top three hotel management schools in the world based in Switzerland. Iris PR has also been selected by Dubai based auto maintenance company Zdegreefor the launch [...]
View MoreFIA Formula E names MediaCom global AOR
23.05.2013, 17:03 by GMR
The FIA Formula E Championship has named WPP’s MediaCom as its AOR for its inaugural season. Two specialty businesses within MediaCom will work alongside Formula E to deliver brand partnerships ahead of the 2014 season, which will see fully-electric Formula cars race on 10 street circuits worldwide including London, Beijing, Rio de Janeiro, Los Angeles [...]
View MoreMAJID AL FUTTAIM ACQUIRES FULL OWNERSHIP OF THE CARREFOUR FRANCHISE IN THE REGION
23.05.2013, 11:15 by GMR
Majid Al Futtaim Holding today announced the purchase of the 25% minority stake owned by Carrefour Group in Majid Al Futtaim Hypermarkets LLC for €530 million. The two groups also strengthened their exclusive franchise partnership by extending its time horizon and expanding its scope. Partners since 1995, Majid Al Futtaim operates 50 hypermarkets and 44 [...]
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MENA’S MASSIVE HDTV DEMAND RISES BUT CONSUMERS ‘MISSING OUT’
22.05.2013, 18:05 by GMRYahLive, the HD TV satellite platform , SES, the DTH global satellite broadcast operator, and ChannelSculptor, a Dubai-based TV content and broadcast consultancy, agree that while MENA may be ahead of Europe in terms of HDTV demand as measured by high HDTV screen sales, increased channel growth and HDTV growth rates relative to the number [...]
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Events firms urged to unit to overcome negative
22.05.2013, 16:03 by GMRThe Middle East events industry is battling a “misconception” that internationally-based firms are superior at servicing major events. Regional companies that supply events with human resources, creative ideas, technology and equipment are facing stiff competition for lucrative deals from European firms in particular. Eyeing upcoming events in areas such as sport and entertainment, as well [...]
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AEGIS ACQUIRES SOCIAL EMBASSY
22.05.2013, 14:53 by GMRAegis Media today announced that it has acquired Social Embassy, the leading social media agency in the Netherlands. Social Embassy, based in Amsterdam, is a specialist social media agency whose focus is on community management and consulting. Established in 2008, Social Embassy has built a fast-growing business, with a diverse client base including Unilever, Coca-Cola, [...]
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Starcom MediaVest Group wins Yas Marina Circuit account
21.05.2013, 15:31 by GMRStarcom MediaVest Group (SMG) has been appointed by Yas Marina Circuit as its media agency. Effective immediately, the three-year contract covers Yas Marina Circuit’s full scope of business including global assignments. “We are delighted that Yas Marina Circuit – one of the world’s most technologically advanced circuits and a true emblem of motorsports success here [...]
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Starcom MediaVest Group Elevates Rayan Karaky to Chief Digital Officer, MENA and Emerging Markets
20.05.2013, 14:56 by GMRStarcom MediaVest Group today announced that Rayan Karaky has been appointed Chief Digital Officer, MENA and Emerging Markets. In this new expanded role, Karaky will continue to report to John Antoniades, CEO, MENA and will also report to Matt Blackborn, President, Emerging Markets and he will continue to be based in Dubai. “As in other [...]
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Abu Dhabi Motors hat trick at global awards
20.05.2013, 14:13 by GMRAbu Dhabi Motors walked away the overall winner with the highest number of awards won at the bi-annual BMW Group Excellence in Sales Award Ceremony, held in Munich recently. The BMW Group importer in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain took the coveted title of the world’s top BMW and MINI dealer in the category “Leadership in Luxury Class” and was [...]
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Hana Al Rostamani appointed to du Board
20.05.2013, 11:07 by GMRdu has appointed Hana Al Rostamani to its Board of Directors. Al Rostamani was nominated by shareholder Emirates Investment Authority to replace of Younis Al Khoori. The Board will convene for a meeting on Monday, 3 June 2013, to ratify her appointment and announce her roles and responsibilities. Names and titles of Board members will also [...]
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