Dubai, UAE; October 16, 2011: The eighth Dubai International Film Festival, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President & Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has opened registration for students, media, and industry delegates from across the world.

Accredited delegates receive access to the Festival’s diverse offerings, from its public screenings and events to its industry-oriented workshops, panel discussions, networking sessions and events. In 2010, DIFF accredited more than 3,600 industry, media and student delegates from more than 60 nations.

While returning delegates will receive personalised login information from the Festival, first-timers can register via the DIFF website, www.dubaifilmfest.com.

Students must also submit a letter from their university or the appropriate faculty member.

Accredited industry delegates can access the Festival’s comprehensive film market, the Dubai Film Market, which includes the Dubai Film Forum, dedicated to talent development; Dubai Film Connection, the co-production market; Enjaaz, the post-production programme and the Dubai Filmmart, the Festival’s trade and distribution platform.

Online registration for media and students is free; free industry registration continues until November 5, 2011.

DIFF is held in association with Dubai Studio City. Dubai Duty Free, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai Pearl, Emirates Airline and Madinat Jumeirah, the home of the Dubai International Film Festival, are the principal sponsors of DIFF. The Festival is supported by the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority.

For more and updated information about DIFF, please visit www.dubaifilmfest.com or join DIFF on     and 

Dubai, UAE; October 13, 2011: The eighth Dubai International Film Festival, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President & Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has opened registration for students, media, and industry delegates from across the world.

Accredited delegates receive access to the Festival’s diverse offerings, from its public screenings and events to its industry-oriented workshops, panel discussions, networking sessions and events. In 2010, DIFF accredited more than 3,600 industry, media and student delegates from more than 60 nations.

While returning delegates will receive personalised login information from the Festival, first-timers can register via the DIFF website, www.dubaifilmfest.com.

Students must also submit a letter from their university or the appropriate faculty member.

Accredited industry delegates can access the Festival’s comprehensive film market, the Dubai Film Market, which includes the Dubai Film Forum, dedicated to talent development; Dubai Film Connection, the co-production market; Enjaaz, the post-production programme and the Dubai Filmmart, the Festival’s trade and distribution platform.

Online registration for media and students is free; free industry registration continues until November 5, 2011.

DIFF is held in association with Dubai Studio City. Dubai Duty Free, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai Pearl, Emirates Airline and Madinat Jumeirah, the home of the Dubai International Film Festival, are the principal sponsors of DIFF. The Festival is supported by the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority.

For more and updated information about DIFF, please visit www.dubaifilmfest.com or join DIFF on     and 

Abu Dhabi: Exhibitors, visitors, and the media are primed for the 8th edition of ADIHEX (Abu Dhabi International Hunting & Equestrian Exhibition), as the popular event returns to ADNEC (Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre) this week.

The four-day ADIHEX, commencing 22 September 2010 will span eight halls, covering nearly 40,000 square metres at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The event is held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Western Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club, and will serve to highlight the rich heritage and tradition of hunting and horse riding in the UAE, while aiming to raise public awareness on conservation and protection of the environment.

“We are honoured to once again set the stage for what has become one of the most eagerly awaited and truly international shows in ADNEC’s events calendar,” said Simon Horgan, Group CEO of ADNEC. “ADIHEX has grown remarkably since inception in 2003 and we are pleased that our ongoing investment in venue facilities has provided a platform for the growth and expansion of events such as ADIHEX”.

“ADIHEX offers a number of tremendously exciting visitor attractions; and I am confident the 2010 edition, which is the largest ever, will serve to enhance the stature of the show within the region and beyond,” added Horgan.

ADIHEX 2010 will feature more than 500 global brands from over 30 countries, with the latest equestrian equipment and products for safari trips, hunting, weaponry, and fishing. Besides, outdoor sporting vehicles as well as traditional Emirati products will be displayed. In addition, the inaugural World Arabian Horse Racing Conference will take place. Other highlights include Saluki beauty contests, camel auctions, coffee brewing contests, painting and photography competitions – all of which will find a home under the flat-roofed, air-conditioned halls at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, which is the largest venue of its kind in the Gulf and, widely regarded as the most modern in the world.

Last year’s ADIHEX held at ADNEC, featured the first-ever Middle Eastern performance of the British Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment’s ‘The Musical Ride’, comprising 28 horses performing traditional equine routines accompanied by music.

Since its introduction in 2003, ADIHEX has gained international acclaim for its celebration of the deep rooted traditions of Abu Dhabi and the UAE. ADIHEX is organised by the Emirates Falconers’ Club in cooperation with collaboration with Turret Middle East and supported by Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH).

Gulf International for Technology (GIT) to strengthen AIM’s portfolio as Saudi IT market is poised to reach USD 4.8 billion by 2013

Bassam Abu Baker, Group General Manager at AIM

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Signs of recovery were reflected in positive share of voice for real estate developers, with projects getting back on track

The head of Mediastow, Mohamed Elzubeir

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The Renaissance Dubai Hotel recently launched The Big Bus Room package with a swinging 60s Big Bus theme party for the media.  The media enjoyed breathtaking views of Dubai onboard the open-top double-decker Big Bus where they had the chance to win a trip for two to Goa with Qatar Airways, 2 night stay with breakfast for two at Goa Marriott Resort and fabulous prizes from Giordano, Lindt, Index Living Mall, Smashbox and Benefit.

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Steve Hasker Joins Nielsen to Help Marketers Connect with Consumers

Steve Hasker, President, Media Product Leadership and Advertisers Solutions effective November 2009

The Nielsen Company has announced the appointment Steve Hasker to fill the newly created position of President, Media Product Leadership and Advertisers Solutions effective November 2009. Hasker will be based out of Nielsen’s New York head office. Hasker is currently a partner at McKinsey & Company’s Global Media, Entertainment and Information practice. Read the full story

Etisalat today signed an exclusive strategic partnership with Informa Telecoms and Media, a leading provider of business intelligence to global telecoms and media markets.  As a strategic operator partner Etisalat will collaborate with Informa for region’s most coveted upcoming global events in 2009 and 2010. The partnership extends to the region’s five key events including GSM>3G Middle East Telco World Summit 2009 and 2010; Read the full story

Major manufacturing and media events signal investment and growth in non-oil and gas sectors in UAE capital

His Excellency Mohammed Omar Abdulla, Undersecretary for the Department of Economic Development and Board Member of the Abu Dhabi Media Company, will officially inaugurate MEMEX 2009 and SIM 2009 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre on Sunday 18 October.

The Undersecretary for the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development will officially inaugurate two major trade exhibitions in the UAE capital on Sunday 18 October at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Read the full story

Ramadan is a special time for families, particularly during Iftar. Al Saffa International Restaurant at the Metropolitan Hotel Dubai on Sheikh Zayed Road will be hosting a special Iftar buffet every evening during this Ramadan.

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