UAE
FEDEX
CLUB WOOS CUSTOMERS
Federal Express Corp the
world’s largest express transportation company is rewarding its
customers with FedEx Dollars, every time they send a shipment. The new reward
system is being introduced as a benefit of membership of the
recently launched FedEx Club in the UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain. The FedEx Dollars can then be exchanged for a range of gifts.
FedEx
Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., connects areas that generate
90% of the world’s gross domestic product in 24-48 hours with
door-to-door, customs-cleared service and a money-back guarantee. The company’s air route authorities and infrastructure make
it the world’s largest express transportation company, providing
fast, reliable and time-definite transportation of more than 3.2
million items to 211 countries each working day.
“As
an organisation, we always strive to work more closely and in
partnership with our customers, and FedEx Club is aimed at giving
something back to those who choose FedEx for the quality of our
services,” said Hamdi Osman, Vice President, FedEx Middle East,
Indian Subcontinent and Sub-Sahara Africa.
“With the FedEx Club programme, customers have even more
reasons to ship with FedEx.”
Customers
wishing to join the scheme can register as an individual or pool
rewards into a corporate account. “One month after the launch of
FedEx Club, a number of customers have already claimed gifts for
early enrollment into FedEx Club, including one customer who
received a - holiday for two to Switzerland as a club raffle
prize,” added Osman.
Members
will earn 10 FedEx Dollars
for every shipment they send with FedEx and they will receive an
extra 5 FedEx Dollars when
they send their shipment using FedEx’s easy-to-use automation
tools, namely FedEx Ship Manager® at fedex.com and FedEx WorldTM
Shipping Software. Sending shipments in FedEx 10kg or 25kg Boxes,
offers customers an opportunity to earn additional FedEx
Dollars too.
Posted-10th
June '02
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UAE
DNATA
CARGO INSISTS ON LABELS WITH BAR CODES
DNATA
Cargo is making a bar-coded label on every export shipment mandatory
from July 1. This follows the introduction of hand-held terminals,
which will scan all shipments as they arrive at Dubai Cargo
Village's main terminal. Exporters and agents who do not have their
own barcode printers can make use of DNATA's on the-spot barcode
printing service. The hand-held terminals are battery-powered,
portable, tele-transaction computers, which can be comfortably
carried on a strap. They transmit information from one point to
another through radio frequencies and can "talk" to the
terminal's main computer. They consequently provide real-time
information transfer, transparency of operation, and reduction of
the use of paper, timesaving and a considerable reduction in human
errors. Hand-helds are fitted with a scanner, which enables them to
recognise, read and discriminate between six barcode types.
The
mandatory bar-coded labels will ensure that the full benefits of the
hand-helds are gained. DNATA Cargo first successfully introduced
hand-helds at the Emirates Cargo Centre, which opened in February
2001. Now, the company is introducing them progressively in the main
cargo terminal after the installation of radio frequency equipment
by the Department of Civil Aviation in the airport. Several leading
carriers have already made bar-coding of their export shipments a
mandatory requirement and therefore, welcomed the move at the Dubai
Cargo Village. These carriers will now be able to achieve real-time
tracking benefits for all their export shipments through the main
cargo terminal of Dubai.
Posted-1st
June '02
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UAE
ARAMEX ACQUIRES MEMO EXPRESS
Aramex
International, the region’s leading provider of total
transportation solutions has taken over Memo Express Services LLC.
Fadi Ghandour (left),
CEO of ARAMEX International and Kurt Springis, General Manager for
Memo Express Services LLC, shake on the new ARAMEX acquisition.
Speaking
on the new merger, Fadi Ghandour, Chief Executive Officer of Aramex
International said: “Memo Express Services LLC has a widespread
and effective network across the UAE and the merger will help us to
serve our customers better both in terms of cost and efficiency.”
The
companies have
an existing workforce of 550 employees and a fleet of 166
motorcycles and 91 cars and vans. Together they service 4,100
clients from 14 offices across the seven emirates.
“The
merger will not affect current operating systems at either company
which will operate as separate brands but we are looking to fully
integrate our staff, systems and technological capabilities,”
Ghandour said.
Kurt
Springis, General Manager
for Memo Express Services LLC echoed Ghandour’s comments by
saying : “The two brands will be complementing each other in this
region and this is likely to have a positive impact for both
customers and employees alike.
Employees
from both companies are currently undergoing familiarization
workshops to ensure a seamless integration. Management and staffing
levels will remain unchanged and the integration of internal systems
will offer customers a comprehensive parcel service within the UAE.
Posted-1st
June '02
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UAE
EMIRATES
POST IN TIE-UP WITH UAE
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The country's national postal service
Emirates Post and leading air express suppliers DHL, UAE have tied up to
launch their first joint venture product called the "International
Express."
"This medium-priced express
product is aimed at expanding our customer offering," said Abdullah
Ibrahim Al Daboos, Director General, and Emirates Post. "We are proud
to be associated with DHL in this initiative which introduces a convenient
and affordable service to the market."
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The cross-branded International Express, which carries a DHL airwaybill,
will be sold on the same counters as Empost's proprietary Mumtaz and other
EMS products by DHL-trained staff.
"International Express is an
alternative offering which carries with it the added-value of DHL's
hallmark qualities: speedy
and reliable deliveries and the ability to track and trace
shipments," said David Wild, General Manager, DHL UAE.
As an incentive to introduce and
develop this new service, a preferential pricing structure will be on
offer. "This strategic alliance gives us both the best of all worlds.
It enables DHL to expand customer reach through Emirates Post's extensive
UAE network, while giving Emirates Post access to the DHL organisations,
linking 120,000 destinations in over 220 countries."
International Express will be
introduced into the Empost network in stages. "Initially it will be
available at our outlets in Karama, Jumeirah, Deira, Sharjah and Ajman,"
explained Al Daboos. "Phase Two will see its introduction into Abu
Dhabi and Al Ain and Phase Three takes in Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm
Al Quwain. The final phase will see Empost market this product to the
corporate sector."
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Posted-25th
May '02
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UAE
DHL
UAE MOVES INTO RETAIL SECTOR
DHL
UAE is to open an air express centre in Abu Dhabi's Al Muhairy Mall next
month, marking the direct entry of the Emirates leading air express
supplier into the retail sector.
"This Dhs 100,000 investment project follows a recent customer
survey, which showed a preference for centrally available drop off
locations. It is also part of our strategy of making our product as
conveniently available to customers as possible and is in line with our
expansion plans for the UAE capital," said David Wild, General
Manager, DHL UAE.
The 30 square metre centre, designed along DHL's pioneering business
centre concept where customers can drop off and pick up shipments, will be
open six days a week from 9am to 1pm and again from 4.30pm to
10pm.Customer facilities include seating, a phone, facilities to access
DHL's shipment track and trace service as well as the company's website
and ample car parking.
"Retail sites have proved extremely beneficial to customers and to
our own operating efficiency in other parts of the world and, if
successful, the Abu Dhabi pilot project will be replicated in other
emirates," adds David Wild.
Posted-5th
May '02
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UAE
DELTA
AIRLINES APPOINTS SHARAF TRAVEL AS GSA FOR THE UAE
Delta
Air Lines has appointed Sharaf Travel L.L.C. as its General Sales Agent
(GSA) for Abu Dhabi, in addition to its representation in Dubai.
This appointment makes Sharaf Travel Delta’s Sales
Representatives for the entire United Arab Emirates region.
Sharaf Travel has represented Delta in Dubai since August 1994 and
their additional office in Abu Dhabi will serve to strengthen Delta’s
presence in the U.A.E.
The
new agreement with Sharaf Travel will enable Delta to build upon its
current sales and marketing programmes in the region and will include the
opening of a Delta Sales Office and City Ticket Office in Abu Dhabi
operated by Sharaf Travel. Sharaf
Travel will exclusively represent Delta in the United Arab Emirates market
through proactive sales activities including reservations and ticketing
and local marketing initiatives promoting the airline’s global and
domestic U.S. networks.
From
Dubai, Delta offers connections and fare options via its European
departure points such as Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt and London,
non-stop to Atlanta, New York or Cincinatti, using Emirates Airlines and
other quality carriers. From
Abu Dhabi, travel can be taken on Gulf Air connecting to Delta services
from Paris, London or Frankfurt.
Delta,
a founding member of the global airline Alliance, SkyTeam, also offers
connections from Dubai on codeshare flights operated by its alliance
partner Air France. Kevin
Smith, Director Sales Europe said, “Delta offers flight connections to
over 150 American cities for U.A.E. originating travellers and cargo
shippers.” He continued,
“Through codeshare agreements with our global alliance partner Air
France, Delta can offer convenient connections via Paris/Charles de Gaulle
airport to its hubs in Atlanta, Cincinatti and New York/JFK each with
their multiple onward connections.”
Posted-30th
April '02
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UAE
Trans
Mediterranean Airways (TMA) inaugurates its Airbus A310-300F flight from
Sharjah Int’l Airport
Fadi
Saab, Chairman & President of Trans Mediterranean Airways announced
the arrival of the first TMA A310-300F flight into Sharjah International
Airport. The aircraft has
been leased from ISLANDSFLUG to join TMA fleet to enhance its operations
between Europe-Beirut & the UAE It will be operating both its Airbus
A310 & B707.
This
step is part of TMA global plan to modernize its fleet by adding new
generation types of aircraft to its fleet, and the result of the
feasibility studies conducted by TMA team of specialists on different
types of medium range aircraft with a capacity ranging between 40 to 70
tons which could efficiently cover TMA actual network and its future plans
of expansion.
This
aircraft has the advantages of being a third generation Airbus 310
aircraft, the newest in its type. Its
39 tons payload is similar to the B707F while its volume capacity of 256
cubic meters exceeds by 55% that of the B707F.
With its maximum payload, the aircraft can cover the range of 3300
nautical miles against 2100 nautical miles for the B707F, flying thus for
7 hours without any stop on route. Its
26% lesser fuel consumption makes its operating cost cheaper than B707F.
TMA
started operating this aircraft on its routes between Beirut & Europe
while the B707F continued the coverage of the Middle East and Africa
network..Saab explained that TMA’s facilities at Beirut Int’l Airport
will be increasingly used as a base for transshipment where 120,000 tons
per year can be handled, consolidating thus Beirut position as a main gate
for the Middle East and as a regional airfreight and transit hub to the
Far East and Africa. With the
new aircraft advantages, TMA is planning, at an initial stage to reopen
some of its routes to the Far East. This
step is to be followed by a larger coverage of this important market with
the addition of a new and more adequate aircraft to its fleet, by the end
of 2002.
Posted-4th
May '02
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UAE
DUBAI
FLOWER CENTRE ALL SET TO BLOOM
Airport. The 30,000-square metre
‘Dubai Flower Centre’ is expected to trade between 250,000 to 300,000
tonnes of flowers a year.
This one-of-its-kind facility in the
region is currently in the design stage and construction is likely to
begin in a few months. The first phase of the project is expected to be
ready in about a year-and-a-half.
Speaking about what prompted this
project Ali Al Jallaf, Dubai Cargo Village states, “The flower centre is
being built because there is a need in the market. There is nothing here
in this region like it. Singapore and Holland have it, but geographically
that is too far away for the Middle Eastern and African market. In the
future there are plans to also have an electronically mastered auction
house at the flower centre.”
The centre will act as a chain
between the fresh cut flower producers and the market - whether it is the
U.S., Europe or Asia.
In
another development, Dubai International Airport has been ranked 26th
globally in terms of the cargo volume handled by the airports, the world
over, during January-November, 2001.The preliminary report by the Airports
Council International (ACI) shows that Dubai airport has handled 574,520
tonnes of cargo during this period, which included loaded and unloaded
freight and mail.
Posted-4th
April '02
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UAE
EMIRATES
AND GODOLPHIN ANNOUNCE NEW
MULTI-MILLION
DOLLAR SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT
Emirates,
the international airline of the United Arab Emirates, announced on
the 20th March 2002, a new multi-million US dollar
sponsorship agreement with Godolphin, the private racing stable of
the Maktoum family.
The two companies have already been linked in the forefront of the
sport of horseracing for many years, but this sponsorship breaks new
ground in promoting racing itself at the very highest level.
As part of the agreement, the Godolphin silks will sport a new Fly
Emirates logo and, for the first time, Fly Emirates branding will be
carried on other elements of the stable’s livery.
The airline’s chairman, HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum
commented:
“The exposure that Godolphin’s horses receive at the top
racetracks around the world makes this sponsorship an ideal vehicle
for Emirates, as well as complementing our existing sporting
involvement.”
Godolphin’s racing manager, Simon Crisford, added:
‘We are very excited that Emirates has decided to continue
to include Godolphin in its worldwide support of top class sport
and, for Godolphin’s part, this new partnership gives us further
opportunity to promote the Dubai-based airline.”
Emirates’ sponsorship of horseracing’s most successful
international stable is part of a top class sporting portfolio that
includes the world’s richest horse race, the Dubai World Cup, as
well as international rugby sevens, tennis, cricket, golf and
English Premiership football.
H.H.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum (right), Chairman of
Emirates Airlines with
Godolphin trainer Saeed bin Suroor holding
the Godolphin silks incorporating the new Emirates’ sponsorship logo.
Posted-23rd
March '02
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UAE
FEDEX
AND PHILIPS
Suitcases
packed with bargains can be made a load lighter thanks to FedEx
Express, the world’s largest transportation company, and Philips,
world leader in consumer electronics.
Throughout the Dubai Shopping Festival 2002, Philips has
extended a special offer to all its customers buying the Philips DVD
Recorder from Philips Showrooms in the UAE and other participating
Philips Dealers. They can get it delivered at their doorstep back
home at no extra cost. The Philips DVD Recorders will be shipped
with FedEx to any destination in the world within the FedEx network
of 211 countries.
Posted-23rd
March '02
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SAUDI
ARABIA
SAUDI
PLANS JEDDAH AIRPORT EXPANSION
The
government of Saudi Arabia has drawn up plans for an estimated $530
million expansion of Jeddah's King Abdulaziz International Airport
and is expected to float an international tender for the project in
the first quarter of 2002.
Work
on the four-year expansion is expected to start in the middle of
2002. Originally built by Germany's Hochtief, Jeddah airport is
currently the busiest in the Middle East, handling more than 16
million passengers a year and about 150,000 tonnes of air cargo
during 2000.
The
Ministry of Defence and Aviation's tender is expected to call for
the construction of two new passenger terminals for international
and domestic flights, to be built alongside the existing south
terminal operated by Saudi Arabian Airlines. The south terminal
expansion will push capacity up to 21 million passengers a year.
The
plan also envisages the renovation of the Saudi airline's station
hall, construction of a moveable docking pier with 32 passengers
gangways, and construction of new car parks. The north terminal,
which handles international flights, is to be converted into an
administrative building.
Netherlands
Airport Consultants has prepared designs for the expansion under a
$24 million contract awarded in November 2000. The ministry has
approved the final designs, but is understood to be considering the
additional upgrade of two runways before inviting bids for the
construction contract.
Posted-12th
Feb 02
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