Big Marathon Names Flock To Rak Half Marathon 2012 (Where Fast Times Are The Norm) (9 February 2012)
In both Men’s and Women’s line-ups, the names confirmed make clear that the RAK event is now widely identified as a perfect form-indicator and preparatory race for those elite men and women planning an April marathon which, this coming spring marathon season, might secure them an Olympic team berth.
Etihad Airways Reports Profitability And EBIT Of US$137 Million In Record 2011 (9 February 2012)
The results included earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, amortisation and rentals (EBITDAR) of US$648 million, with a net profit of US$14 million. The record result exceeded the airline’s 2011 target, which was to break even.
FANR Releases Radiation Safety Guide (9 February 2012)
A new guidance document aimed at ensuring proper radiation protection in the UAE is ready for use by the licensees of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR).
Largest Abu Dhabi Ambassador Programme gets underway (9 February 2012)
Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority kicked off its largest edition yet in its annual Abu Dhabi Ambassador Programme - which has now entered its fifth year.
NBAD Lead Arranger Of USD 455 Million Club Term Loan Facility For Commercial Bank Of Qatar (9 February 2012)
The National Bank of Abu Dhabi PJSC (NBAD), (the "Mandated Lead Arranger, Sole Coordinator and the Agent") successfully closed a US$ 455,000,000 Club Loan Facility for Commercial Bank of Qatar (the "Facility").
New ADIB HQ Awarded Green Building Certification (9 February 2012)
The new ADIB HQ building has applied best practice design principles. It has concentrated on minimizing energy and water intake and waste output, maximizing recycling and environmental quality.
President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, In His Capacity As The Ruler Of Abu Dhabi, Has Issued A Law Establishing The Abu Dhabi Authority For Tourism And Culture (9 February 2012)
The Authority’s objective is to preserve, protect and manage the cultural heritage of the Emirate, and promote tourism development in the emirate.
Siemens Headquarters In Masdar City Chosen For Top Architectural Award (9 February 2012)
"This is a thorough investigation of the design of large floorplate space in an extreme climate, with a well-explained proposition emerging. The ambition for a LEED Platinum rating means the project will be followed by many designers and clients with great interest."
TDIC Preserves Cultural Legacy Of Emirati Cuisine With ’SARAREED’ Cookbook (9 February 2012)
Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC) is continuing its mission of promoting and preserving local heritage with the publication of Sarareed - an Emirati cuisine cookbook.
The Shariah Report 2012 Profiles Leading Shariah Scholars (9 February 2012)
Failaka Advisors, in partnership with Paris-based Grapes Market Research & Advisory, has released the second edition of The Shariah Report.
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