...Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Technical Review Vol. 49 No. 2 (June 2012) 1 The Dubai Metro, the World’s Longest Fully Automated Metro Network Tr a n s p o r ta t i o n S y s t e m s D i v i s i o n The Dubai Metro infrastructure was designed to support economic growth in Dubai, and is the first urban railway in the Gulf States. Dubai has established its position as a leading hub for finance, logistics, and tourism in the Middle East. During this process, chronic traffic congestion became a serious social issue, stemming from the population increase that ensued from rapid economic growth. In order to alleviate traffic congestion, the Dubai Government decided an urban railway would be constructed. In 2004, the Dubai government asked for international tenders for the Dubai Metro Project and the following year placed an order with the Dubai Rapid Link Consortium (DURL), a five-company consortium lead by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), with three other Japanese companies and one from Turkey. DURL was responsible for delivering a fully automated driverless railway system including all related engineering and construction. The Civil Works including the design, engineering and construction of tunnels, elevated viaducts, and station buildings and depots were performed by our civil works partner, a joint venture consisting of Obayashi Corporation, Kajima Corporation, and the Turkish firm Yapi Merkezi. MHI, in collaboration with Mitsubishi Corporation, was responsible for the design...
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...The Advantages and Disadvantages of the Dubai Museum Location and Implication of Visiting Patterns Word Count: 1500 Summary Research was conducted through distributing questionnaires to the visitors of the Dubai museum. The findings illustrated that the advantages of the location showed that it was easy to locate, and is located near the metro station. However, findings have also showed that the parking spaces at the Dubai museum are limited and lanes are more congested making it harder for other vehicles and tour buses to reach the museum. Objectives 1. To identify the advantages and disadvantages of the Dubai museum location. 2. To identify the different implications of visiting patterns. 3. To exhibit the findings from the research taken and recommendations to improve the location of the Dubai museum. Introduction Dubai is known for its huge malls, ideal looking hotel and its gleaming skyscrapers; nonetheless, Bur Dubai maintains its culture and history (TVtrip, Bastakiya, 2013). Dubai museum is one of the most attractable historical monuments in Dubai with the aim of presenting a culture and a traditional way of life in the past. It is located in Al- Fahidi Fort, which is a landmark in the Gulf as well as the United Arab Emirates. Al Fahidi Fort subsisted to protect the city against any incursions; therefore, the Dubai Museum presents several dimensions of the region's ethnicity before oil was found (TVtrip, Bastakiya, 2013). The location...
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...Contents 1. Introduction 2 Company: IBM 2 Country: Dubai 3 2. IBM's objective 3 3. IBM Business Environment 4 Political: 4 Economic: 5 Social: 7 Technology: 8 4. Cultural factors and company strategy 10 Importance and information as part of IBM's marketing strategy: 11 The global environment with IBM's market planning: 13 5. Conclusion 13 6. References 14 1. Introduction Company: IBM IBM is a global leader in services of Technology Company which is active in 180 countries. IBM began his career in the early 20th century, the name Computing Tabulating-Recording Company. Now, IBM is providing services to the aerospace, defense, automotive, banking, construction, electronics, retail and telecommunications. IBM's contribution to the development of computer technology is higher than other companies. This report clearly describes changes in five IBM Business Environment. This report briefly reviews the various steps that led to changes in the world. These include the environment in earlier versions of IBM, which partly explains IBM, the type of activities, products and policies. Second, changes in the business environment for micro and macro environment, the effect of environmental factors. Third resolution SWOT analysis mortar disputes and analysis of five forces model Porter, contributing to the achievement of the company and, finally, a detailed analysis of economic developments and the recommendations, some better suggestions to help...
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...* CASE STUDY ANALYSIS: CASE STUDY 25 – DUBAI THE JEWEL IN THE DESERT MING CHANG FEI FANG EMMA HAN ALIREZA PAYKAZADI EMILEE RICE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA CASE STUDY ANALYSIS: CASE STUDY 25 – DUBAI THE JEWEL IN THE DESERT MING CHANG FEI FANG EMMA HAN ALIREZA PAYKAZADI EMILEE RICE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA Table of Contents 1 Introduction 3 2 Key Issues 4 3 General Environmental Analysis 5 3.1 Tourism 6 3.2 Business in Dubai 8 4 SWOT Analysis 10 4.1 Strengths 10 4.2 Weakness 12 4.3 Opportunity 13 4.4 Threat 14 5 TOWS Analysis 14 7 Recommendation 17 8 Conclusion 18 9 Update to Present 18 * * Introduction Dubai is a small nation that “thinks big and sells dreams”. As an emirate that is known very little for the oil that it produces, it has made a name for itself by providing the best tourist location for anyone looking for the perfect weather, extravagant amenities, jaw dropping architecture, high-end fashion and entertainment unlike any other place in the world. Dubai’s leaders, the Maktoum family, knew oil was a temporary resource that would eventually run out. The family wanted other revenue sources to be made from other places and the prince had a vision that has made Dubai the Jewel in the Desert (Temporal, 2006). Dubai joined six other states to form what is known as the Federation of the United Arab Emirates in 1971. Many have wondered, the likelihood for such a small nation to grow so quickly...
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...accounting for 13.5% of GDP. From an employment standpoint, tourism directly supported 166,000 jobs (4.6% of total employment) and its total contribution to employment was 388,000 jobs (10.7%). The UAE invested almost $28BN in the travel and tourism industry in 2011 and ranked ninth worldwide in terms of total capital invested tourism. (WTTC) UAE put tourism at the core of its economic development plans in order to diversify and strengthen its economy, while decreasing its dependency on fluctuating oil prices (Sharpley 2008). The plans have been successful; in 2007, non-oil revenues contributed to 63% of GDP, with Abu Dhabi and Dubai contributing 59% and 29%, respectively, to the UAE’s total GDP. What is more surprising is that due to Dubai’s push to use tourism to diversify its economy, Dubai contributes over 80% of the non-oil related GDP in the UAE. Dubai is now considered one of the top tourist destinations in the world. In 2011, Dubai’s top tourist source markets outside the UAE were Saudi Arabia, India, UK, Iran, and the US (“Guests”). Economic Impact of Tourism in the UAE The tourism industry generates substantial economic benefits to both host countries and tourists' home countries. Especially in developing countries such as the UAE, one of the primary motivations for a region to promote itself as a tourism...
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...Dubai World Center Airport Operations Management Name: Institution: ABSTRACT Dubai is one of the United Arab Emirates, it has been a center for remarkable growth and development over the years. It currently has a population of a little over 2 million citizens. The past few decades have especially witnessed a rapid growth in the city’s development projects to a ‘world-leader’ status. Primarily, Dubai is an ideal region for socio-economic and infrastructure development owing to its geographical location. The Dubai World Central (DWC) in specific is an ideal and modern aerotropolis that is centered around Al Maktoum International Airport and serves the purpose of connecting flights from most parts of the world with tactical ease. It is noteworthy to mention that Dubai’s aviation sector is responsible for 28% of the Emirate’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Additionally, it is a source of employment for numerous local and international personnel (IBP, Inc., 2014). Dubai is one out of seven Arab Emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is quite unfortunate that only little is known of its historic development since the culture of initial inhabitants did not focus on documenting happenings. Nonetheless, the area covered by the UAE has been occupied by people of Arab descent for thousands of years that have past. This is mostly because it served as a major trading area that connected the East and the West during prehistoric times (Ramos, 2012). By the inception of the 20th...
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...INTRODUCTION Dubai is one of the seven emirates of UAE. The emirate consists of a city of the same name. The city is the largest in terms of population among the rest of the cities of UAE and is the second largest city in terms of area after Abu Dhabi. The history of Dubai dates back to the era even before than the formation of United Arab Emirates. It was only a desert back then in which only tribal Bedouins living in the area could survive. Gradually the population began to rise and thus the desert gained the shape of a city that is one of the largest cities in the world of modern times. Previously Dubai's economy was dependent on oil trading business only. Then steps were taken by the government of Dubai to diversify the economy of Dubai. One of these steps was making Dubai an industrial and commercial hub in the region. For this purpose, many different free zones were established all over the city. These free zones played quite an important role in the diversification of the economy of Dubai and in the creation of a business hub in the city. The companies that were operating in these zones were given special allowances and benefits that helped in flourishing their trades all across the city. Dubai freezone company enjoys benefits such as better infrastructure, a wide range of facilities (warehouses, offices), relief from corporate tax, and zero import duties. One of the most important benefits that were available to the companies operating in the zone was that these companies...
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...1 318 km of continental coastline along the Persian Gulf. The inflation rate, exchange rate and currency stability are important factors to consider in International trade, economically, the UAE has a 4% of GDP growth in 2012 with a lower inflation rate of 1.1%, In terms of days and cost of import procedure (United Arab Emirate). The Urbanization rate of the region is 84% (UAE) which would contribute to the product awareness in necessary part of the region since the urbanization rate is high. The common languages in UAE are Arabic (official), Persian, English, Hindi, and Urdu with major religion is Islam. Note English is also common language in this region because of presence of foreign expatriate working over there (Languages spoken in Dubai). The major natural resources that contribute to the GDP of the region are petroleum and natural gas. The fisheries of the UAE are entirely artisanal in nature and there is no major aquaculture industry in the country. The Country is arid nature; there are no inland fisheries in the UAE. In the UAE seafood is eaten as part of everyday meals and for special occasions, and additionally both the quickly growing UAE population and the increase in tourism and major developments drive increased seafood consumption, The demand from the U.A.E. foodservice sector for seafood has grown by 42% and reached US$158 million by 2012 which can also increase (Agri-Food Trade Services) The UAE is a highly rule-oriented country with rigid and strict laws...
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...of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in Dubai government and the UAE has always been present from the earliest Islamic times, with people and organizations practising Islamic values, donating through philanthropy and Shariah compliant ways of commerce. In recent years, there have been worldwide initiatives to invest responsibly and focus on investing profits into community life and saving the environment. CSR addresses a company’s transparency or openness and considering its stakeholders’ expectations. This means that business does more than act out of self-interest and shows social responsibility (Juholin, 2004). Companies cannot operate any more entirely independently and need to consider the needs of society and welfare of the community. Organizations now realize that in order to survive and stay unique in business and obtain strategic advantages, they need to practice being socially responsible. Many larger organizations have already integrated CSR into their strategic plans as an important factor in order to have a sustainable business. Although larger enterprises have more impact on society today, SMEs are also considered as a leading area of business with great influence on society due to the fact that they comprise the largest business sector and are dominant employers in most economies. CSR awareness is increasing in the Middle East,particularly in Dubai. One of the main motivators for CSR in the UAE is the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and CSR centre namely; Centre...
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...Internship Report MARKETING RELATIONSHIP IN SBR iCARE Clinics Submitted by: Siddharth Mohanty SMBA12071 Institute of Management Technology, Dubai 1 Acknowledgements The success of this Internship has many roots. One of the most important was an ongoing series of discussions with my mentor Lakshmi Krishnamurthi, Marketing Manager at iCARE Clinics, who devoted her time and effort to layout plans for me, guided me throughout the entire process and ensured that the work bore fruit. Mr. Kuldeep Mulla, Assistant Insurance Manager, who kept me updated with latest trends in the Dubai Healthcare Industry and provided details about target organizations. Dr. Atul Aundhekar, Chief Medical Director, who allowed me to shoulder responsibility and operate without any restrictions. I could not have done this work without the lots of help I received from the entire iCARE team. From Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Dubai, Dr. K.S. Sujit, who made it a point that daily reports were to be sent and analyzed. His timely feedbacks were useful during this period. Dr. K. Abdul Waheed, who kept me motivated throughout my Internship and lent me a patient ear. My sincere thanks to the Human Resource Managers of various organizations especially Mr. Arvind Katkar, Senior Manager HR and Admin, Bank of Baroda, who made the Health Camp at the zonal office look easy. I was helped by many batch mates at IMT, especially Gagandeep Singh and C.K. Bharti, who took out time from their Internships...
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...Socio-Cultural Geography- Dubai is situated on the Persian Gulf coast of the United Arab Emirates. Apart from being a city, it also forms one of the seven emirates of the country. It is roughly at sea level (16 m or 52 ft above). The emirate of Dubai shares borders with Abu Dhabi in the south, Sharjah in the northeast, and the Sultanate of Oman in the southeast. Hatta, a minor exclave of the emirate, is surrounded on three sides by Oman and by the emirates of Ajman (in the west) and Ras Al Khaimah (in the north). The Persian Gulf borders the western coast of the emirate. Dubai is positioned at 25.2697°N 55.3095°E and covers an area of 4,114 km² (1,588 mi²), which represents a significant expansion beyond its initial 1,500 mi² designation due to land reclamation from the sea. Dubai lies directly within the Arabian Desert. However, the topography of Dubai is significantly different from that of the southern portion of the UAE in that much of Dubai's landscape is highlighted by sandy desert patterns, while gravel deserts dominate much of the southern region of the country.[1] The sand consists mostly of crushed shell and coral and is fine, clean and white. East of the city, the salt-crusted coastal plains, known as sabkha, give way to a north-south running line of dunes. Farther east, the dunes grow larger and are tinged red with iron oxide. The flat sandy desert gives way to the Western Hajar Mountains, which run alongside Dubai's border with Oman at Hatta. Dubai has no natural river...
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...dubaiThe current issue and full text archive of this journal is available at www.emeraldinsight.com/1753-8335.htm JPMD 1,1 Dubai – a star in the east A case study in strategic destination branding Melodena Stephens Balakrishnan University of Wollongong in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Abstract Purpose – Worldwide approximately 200 national economies are competing in the destination market. In 2006, global government and capital expenditure exceeded US$1,480 billion making destination branding an important concept that still remains fragmented and unplanned. Dubai, an emirate of the UAE in the Middle East has been chosen as a case study to explain some elements of successful destination branding. This paper aims to apply a framework developed by Balakrishnan to explain areas of caution when competing in an international market where success is also partially dependent on the macro-environment. Design/methodology/approach – The framework was developed by reviewing literature on destination, place, corporate, product portfolio and service branding. The framework was tested using case study methodology. Secondary research was primarily used to develop the case. Findings – There is a strong fit with the model suggesting that destinations can use this as a basis for continuity in strategy even as governments change. Based on the analysis and review; a checklist for destination branding strategy was recommended. Research limitations/implications – Since, this study depends...
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...Cause and effect In the past people in the United Arab Emirates used to eat healthy, freshly prepared food with their families in the home.Today however, many people, particularly young people, prefer to eat fast food such as hamburgers, fried chicken, shawarma, or pizza.There are many reasons why this change has occurred, but this essay will also outline the serious effects of this move towards fast food on individuals and society. There are many reasons for the popularity of fast food.One of the main reasons is the change in lifestyle.Many people in the UAE are working long hours, shifts, or extended school days. They don’t have time to find ingredients or prepare good food.Women are now starting to work in the Emirates, and this can result in less time being available for preparing family meals.Another cause is the huge number of young, affluent people in the United Arab Emirates.The rapid development of the country has meant that young people, who comprise over 75% of the population, have money to spend. A third reason is advertising.The UAE is a modern, free-market country, with all forms of media such as the Internet and satellite television, and people like to try new products and different kinds of fast food. Show or Hide Explanations However, this change in diet can have some serious effects.One effect is on health.Many individuals in the UAE are becoming obese.These people will be less productive and have conditions such as heart disease and diabetes.Another result...
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...RDQ CASE RESOLUTION PROCESSING AND GUIDANCE Dubai Medical has determined that you are recommended for delayed qualification (RDQ) for deployment based on medical testing during your recent physical. You have been placed on medical hold until you have received further evaluation from your personal physician and provided Dubai Medical with the required documents for an RDQ case review. Please ensure that if your file is larger than 5mb that you break it down into smaller files sent in separate e-mails. Once you have provided Dubai Medical with the documentation a case review will be conducted within 72 hours and a final decision made on your deployment status. All correspondence and documents pertaining to your case review must be directed to DubaiMedical@Occucareinternational.com. You are required to schedule and complete all required additional testing and provide the documentation in a timely manner as listed below. Failure to take action or to resolve your medical disqualification in a timely manner may result in the determination you are disqualified from deploying and result in your separation from the project and your employment with Fluor or ITT. If you were determined to be RDQ on the day of your physical Dubai Medical provided you with the required documents to resolve your case. If you are found to be RDQ after the date of your physical, you will receive official notification via e-mail from Dubai Medical. This e-mail will contain specific instructions for resolving your...
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