Monthly Archives: January 2012
First Minister of Scotland urges Middle East young innovators to seize...
Mr Alex Salmond has invited world’s most talented innovators to visit Scotland to see the world-class energy research being undertaken here.
91% business and IT professionals worldwide use iPad for work communication
Survey among business, IT professionals reveals that more professionals always use iPad for work communication than personal communication
World Future Energy Summit: Interactive programs for children, young people
World Future Energy Summit: Vestas teaches young generations about wind through educational competitions, idea sharing forums & technology experiences
Emirates SkyCargo expands South American operations
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, one of the fastest growing international airlines, has increased its South American operation to meet the growing demand for air freight
Renewable Energy is the future of mankind, India’s minister Dr Farooq...
An exclusive interview with Dr Farooq Abdullah, India's renewable energy minister ahead of the official opening of World Future Energy Summit 2012 in Abu Dhabi
Toyota DSF Special Promotion
Al-Futtaim Motors, exclusive distributors for Toyota in the UAE has got even more festive this year with an unbeatable DSF special promotion.
Four different Toyota...
Vision 2050 Arabia to be launched at WFES 2012
UAE Business Council for Sustainable Development will launch its Vision 2050 Arabia program at the World Future Energy Summit 2012 in Abu Dhabi
Emerging markets: Driving force behind renewable energy investment
Energy requirements, policy and job creation are the key drivers
Solar thermal energy has been a particularly popular investment with several large projects on the...
World Future Energy Summit opens in Abu Dhabi tomorrow
World leaders, international agencies, sustainability advocates, global heads of businesses and experts, academics and students interested in future energy technologies will convene in Abu Dhabi tomorrow for the World Future Energy Summit
Air Traffic in UAE up 7.6 percent in 2011
Air Traffic Movement in UAE experienced a remarkable growth during 2011, with an increase of 7.6 percent compared to the previous year.
GCC cancer registry under development
Epidemiological data will help to establish trends and quality of cancer treatment in the region
The Gulf Federation for Cancer Control (GFFCC), in partnership with...
World’s biggest gold ring worth $3 million displayed during DSF
Kanz Jewels, one of UAE's leading and oldest Jewellery brands is currently displaying the world's largest gold ring weighing approximately 64 kg's. The ring is displayed with a 'Guinness Book of World Records' certificate.
DSF Journalism Award 2012 unveiled
The Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment, an Agency of the Department of Economic Development and the organisers of Dubai Shopping Festival, has announced the details of the much-awaited DSF Journalism Award 2012.
Crude oil forecasts raised
From a short-term perspective, supply disruptions eventually caused by geopolitical issues from Iran and Nigeria are expected to leave an upward bias on the price of crude oil for future delivery.
Silver prices to remain buoyant
Majority of market analysts project silver prices to remain buoyant, because of an increase in demand from speculators, hedge funds and metal buying ETF’s looking for a cheap substitute for gold.
Traders remain bullish on gold
Looking ahead, market players remain bullish on gold after reports showed Mainland China imported a record level of gold from Hong Kong in November.
Call to action opens IRENA second assembly
The world’s most influential advocates for renewable energy gathered today in Abu Dhabi, UAE for the International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) Second Assembly, where they were told that they must develop a new type of organisation for a new world.
ExxonMobil showcases Energy Outlook Forum at World Future Energy Summit 2012
ExxonMobil will showcase its Energy Outlook Forum, a venue where subject matter experts will discuss topics vital to energy supply and demand, at the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi, January 16-19.













