Subject: The Times to hit Gulf news stands; Oman signs Iran gas deal

From: ArabianBusiness.com AM<[email-masked]>
Date: Fri, 18 May 2007 03:00:19 +0000 (GMT)

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Thursday, 17 May 2007

TOP STORIES

The Times to hit Gulf newsstands

Venerable British newspaper works with local partner to publish simultaneously with the UK editions.

Oman signs Iran gas import deal

Sultanate could import up to a billion cubic metres a day of Iranian gas.

DME gets launch approval

DME has received approval from local and foreign regulators for commercial launch.

Indian expat insurance launched in Dubai

New India Assurance launches two policies designed for the UAE market.

Rosewood makes UAE debut

US-based chain will open luxury hotel in Dubai International Financial Centre.

BMI announces new schedules for Gulf flights

UK carrier announces new flight frequencies and facilities for Gulf passengers.

Dana Gas keeps Abu Dhabi up

Positive report about Iranian gas supplies boosts Dana stock.

COMMENT

Nip, tuck, OK - but not the carbs

You can blame the media for the rise of plastic surgery - but it could be worse, says Safura Rahimi.

BROADCAST

SAE confirms Middle East expansion plans

Audio engineering keen to tap regional growth opportunities.

Beyerdynamic expands presence with new appointments

Christoph Hellmuth takes over as area sales manager for Beyerdynamic's India, Middle East and Africa regions.

CONSTRUCTION

Royal Gulf to supply fan coil units for Burj Dubai

4000 customised double-skin fan coil units to be used.

Leadership course to secure Abu Dhabi's 'vision'

Abu Dhabi-based property developer Aldar Properties PJSC is to establish a new educational development programme.

Najmat infrastructure bids due in June

Bid for the roads and infrastructure package for Najmat Abu Dhabi will be received the first week in June.

ENERGY

Non-OPEC peak oil threat receding

The threat of peak oil is a hotly contended topic that ultimately comes down to a balance between production and consumption.

PUBLIC SECTOR

FGB to step up Emiratisation drive

First Gulf Bank reinforces commitment to Emiratisaton at Abu Dhabi Recruitment Show.

TRANSPORTATION

Airline ends free tickets policy

Gulf Air is scrapping its free tickets policy, according to a company statement.

Agility steps up sea freight presence in China

Regional logistics heavyweight boosts ocean freight forwarding capability through acquisition.

UAE Ship Owners Association launched

National ship owners unite under single association banner to promote best practice.

TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY

Air France's luxury lounge

French airline set to offer personalised service to the rich and famous.

Open day for local UAE workforce

Emirates Hotels and Resorts holding open day to attract Emirati recruits.

Training drive for Bahraini's announced

Bahrain's Labour Fund signs deal with BIHM to train Bahraini nationals.

MOST POPULAR

A day in the desert with Prince Alwaleed

Al Jazeera thrown out of press conference

From $30,000 to $23bn in 28 years

UAE nears introduction of VAT

Eco crisis to force millions to leave Mideast

JOIN THE DEBATE

UAE nears introduction of VAT

Taxed: It is not just fees... »

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Crackdown on Dubai's smokers

Michael Darmanin: excellent.. »

17 May '07 at 03:58

Eco crisis to force millions to leave Mideast

Qasim R: Utter nonsense »

17 May '07 at 00:49

Eco crisis to force millions to leave Mideast

subir bagchi: wake up before it is too late »

16 May '07 at 23:56

UAE nears introduction of VAT

shaquil: 7up ! for abdulkarim''sssss »

16 May '07 at 23:50

A day in the desert with Prince Alwaleed

HASNEIN AMIJI: GREAT! »

16 May '07 at 21:57

Are we really world-class?

rouya M Jawad: lets introduce ourselves »

16 May '07 at 21:52

Crackdown on Dubai's smokers

HASNEIN AMIJI: DISCRIMINATION »

16 May '07 at 20:29

A day in the desert with Prince Alwaleed

Faisal Sheikh: Bravo! »

16 May '07 at 18:57

A day in the desert with Prince Alwaleed

Terry O. Trowbridge: The Diary of HRH Prince Alwaleed »

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