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<title><![CDATA[Yacht industry transformed due to financial crisis ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Manufacturers must change how they sell yachts to survive in 2010 according to Gulf Craft COO. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[US$19.62 million superyacht  sells on first day of Dubai International Boat Show]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Companies at this year&#039;s Dubai International Boat Show are reporting good early sales, with one of the superyachts already sold on the first day of the show.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[World&#039;s biggest privately owned boat arrives at The Dubai International Boat Show ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The &#039;Dubai&#039;, which is 531 feet and reportedly reaches speeds of up to 26 knots moored up within the Dubai International Boat Show for the first time, providing a spectacular backdrop to the event.
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<title><![CDATA[French companies to participate at the Dubai International Boat Show]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. For the fourth year running, French companies will be attending the DIBS 2010, from next 9-13 March four shipbuilders.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Luxury and quality still in demand]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The high-end furnishing sector remains in a growth mode, according the UAE-based Italian Trade Commissioner.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Football teams go for goal via Royal Jet ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=44765</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Royal Jet has become the carrier of choice for the UAE National, Al Wahda and Etihad football teams in their pursuit for victory]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi&#039;s Emocean ties up with prestige Marine Yachts]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Emocean Marine has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Prestige Marine Yachts that will offer prospective yacht enthusiasts a new range of luxurious vessels.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[House of Fraser to open stores in the Middle East]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAl. House of Fraser, the UK retailer, could soon open its first stores in the Middle East after signing a franchise agreement with Retail Arabia International.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Costa Deliziosa inaugurated in Dubai today ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Costa Deliziosa, the new diamond of the Costa Cruises fleet, is the first cruise ship ever to be inaugurated in an Arab city.

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<title><![CDATA[Dubai&#039;s Grosvenor House joins the Luxury Collection hotels &amp; resorts]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Starwood Hotels &amp; Resorts Worldwide today announced the debut of its renowned Luxury Collection brand in the United Arab Emirates with the addition of Grosvenor House.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Roger Dubuis presents Excalibur]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The fully reconstructed movement, bearing the Geneva seal, powers the double Tourbillon in unison, as evidenced by the blue javelin seconds-hand, and is mounted in a platinum case enhanced with a hand-stitched alligator strap. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Qatar sparkles as the 7th Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition opens its doors ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[QATAR. The six-day international jewellery and watches exhibition showcases a wide range of luxurious and unique collections from the world&#039;s most famous names.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Middle East gold market demand fell 28% in 2009 ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. According to World Gold Council&#039;s Gold Demand Trends, the gold market in the Middle East struggled in 2009 as weak economic conditions and high gold prices pushed down demand to 250.6t.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Costa Deliziosa cruise ship to be named in Dubai ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Costa Cruises&#039; new &#039;top of the range&#039; ship, will be the first-ever cruise ship to be named in an Arab city.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[STR reports performance of luxury hotel spas for year-end 2009]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=44363</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The summary Spa STAR data shows that the Average Treatment Rate was reported at US$135.39, a 4.5% decline compared with full-year 2008. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Designer Alexander McQueen found dead]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=44253</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. British fashion designer Alexander McQueen has died in London, his press office said Thursday, after media reports said he had apparently committed suicide aged 40.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Hanhart appoints Amiri Gems as distributor for Qatar]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=44153</link>
<description><![CDATA[QATAR. The move is part of the company&#039;s Middle East thrust which included their recent opening of a Middle East headquarters in Dubai and the appointment of Atamian as distributor in Lebanon.

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<title><![CDATA[Officine Panerai to showcase Nautical Heritage at Dubai International Boat Show]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Officine Panerai has announced it will be the &#039;Supporting Partner&#039; of the 18th Dubai International Boat Show.
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<title><![CDATA[Major UAE brand joins world&#039;s leading luxury Marketing Group]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Gulf Craft has recently joined the world&#039;s leading luxury marketing group, The Luxury Network, as part of its longer term business development strategy.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Luxury Network pioneers Affinity Marketing for luxury brands in the UAE]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The Luxury Network has announced its plans to formally establish an office in the UAE as part of its global expansion strategy. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Online booking for world&#039;s first Armani Hotel Dubai now live]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=43902</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Armani Hotel Dubai has unveiled the online booking system that will go live starting 31 January 2010.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Valentino fragrance licenses move to Puig]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Spanish fragrance house Puig will be taking over the perfume licensing agreement for the Italian Fashion Group Valentino, from US-based consumer goods giant Procter &amp; Gamble.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Middle East&#039;s most exciting display of powerful and luxury boats ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai International Boat Show continues to lead as the region&#039; most influential boating event with an impressive list of top marine companies from around the world showcasing the latest spectacular boats and equipment.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chalhoub Group signs regional joint venture with Christian Louboutin in the Middle East]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=43621</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The new Joint-Venture agreement covers the brand&#039;s retail development throughout the Middle East region with the Chalhoub Group and will take effect from early 2010.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Burberry tops sales expectations]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Luxury fashion group Burberry has hailed the success of its &#039;snood&#039; headgear in pre-Christmas trading as it flagged up stronger than expected annual profits.

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<title><![CDATA[Burj Al and Arab Royal Jet introduce the world&#039;s finest travel experience]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The pinnacle of luxurious travel is now open to discerning travellers as Royal Jet and Burj Al Arab have teamed up to offer a unique travel experience.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Damas close to signing debt standstill agreement, says report]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Damas is reportedly close to signing a debt standstill on up to US$1.08 billion it owes, and asset liquidation has begun.
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<title><![CDATA[Temperley London opens in Abu Dhabi ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Temperley London has opened their second store in the Middle East region at the Marina Mall in Abu Dhabi.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Duty Free launch best of the Sony Ericson WTA Tour 2010 guide]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The Sony Ericsson WTA Tour and its premier sponsor Dubai Duty Free has announced the release of the third annual Best of The Sony Ericsson WTA Tour 2010 Zagat Guide, a must-have guide to the best of shopping and dining in 24 of the top tournament cities around the world. 

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<title><![CDATA[Cadillac unveils XTS Platinum Concept]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. INTERNATIONAL. Cadillac unveiled the XTS Platinum Concept at the 2010 North American International Auto Show.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Hugo Boss chooses Retaligent for retail clienteling solution]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Retaligent Solutions has been selected by Hugo Boss Fashions to implement its Clarience 1:1 solution for its US retail stores. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tiffany &amp; Co. introduces wedding jewellery, gifts ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Tiffany &amp; Co. presents a new generation of jewellery for couples in love with celebrated diamond engagement rings, as well as bridal jewellery and gifts.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Duty Free announces record annual sales ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Duty Free operation bucks global trend to announce 3.76% increase in sales.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[World&#039;s first Armani Hotel to open on 18 March 2010 in Dubai]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=43168</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Armani Hotel Dubai is the first of a series of hotels, resorts and residences designed by Giorgio Armani to be opened around the globe and marks fashion maestro Giorgio Armani&#039;s debut in to the world of hospitality. 

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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi Airport&#039;s Duty Free revenue surges  12.7% ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=43108</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Abu Dhabi International Airport&#039;s Duty Free has announced that revenues crossed the AED500 million mark, a significant year-on-year increase of 12.7%.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Damas unveils Hayati&#039;s jewels]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Damas  unveils new jewels for year-end festivities in one of its most popular and highly acclaimed diamond jewellery collections, Hayati. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abdullah brothers pledge Damas shares to repay &#039;unauthorised transactions&#039;]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=43046</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Damas said that two executives and the former head of the company had registered 350 million shares to repay nearly US$165 million in &#039;unauthorised transactions.&#039;]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Liquid Glass launches &#039;41 Luxury Cat&#039; powerboat at &#039;Dubai International Motor Show 2009&#039;]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. This luxurious, recreational catamaran is capable of safely reaching top speeds near 200 km/h, and features modern hull and interior designs.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Beauty Contact set to drive Cadillac fragrance to Middle East ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=42773</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The Cadillac Fragrance for Men range of perfumes comes to the UAE and the region after successful introductions in other international markets including Los Angeles and Toronto.
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<title><![CDATA[Ingie Chalhoub named Businesswoman of the Year 2009]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Ingie Chalhoub, President and Managing Director of Etoile Group was presented with a prestigious Businesswoman of the Year Award 2009 by L&#039;Officiel Middle East magazine. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Gulf Craft business model heralded as example to top business students ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=42722</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Gulf Craft unveiled the secret behind the company&#039;s international success and regional dominance at the eagerly awaited &#039;Pocket MBA&#039; programme hosted by the Hult International Business School.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Wolgan Valley Resort &amp; Spa boosts Australian luxury travel market]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Two months after its soft opening, Wolgan Valley Resort &amp; Spa has been recognised as one of the world&#039;s best luxury resorts. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Gulf Craft participates at Abu Dhabi&#039;s Emirates International Boat Show]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Gulf Craft will exhibit its signature range of Majesty Yachts along with its sporty and youthful Oryx line.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[TAG Heuer opens first boutique in Abu Dhabi]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=42538</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The opening of the new boutique, the third in the UAE marks the brands continued expansion plans in the region.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Cartier partners with 6th DIFF]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Cartier is happy to partner with the 6th Dubai International Film Festival as the &#039;Official Jeweller&#039; set to take place on the evening of 9 December.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Montblanc attracts Hollywood stars]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Demi Moore, Eva Mendes, Jenifer Aniston, Ashton Kutcher and Julia Stiles are set to attend The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway sponsored by Montblanc. 
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<title><![CDATA[Chaumet celebrates its first anniversary in Dubai Mall]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Sophie Marceau, the international French Actress and Chaumet advertising ambassador in Dubai to celebrate the first anniversary of the Chaumet boutique in Dubai Mall.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Roger Dubuis announces partnership with Bahrain&#039;s Asia Jewellers ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=42179</link>
<description><![CDATA[BAHRAIN. Roger Dubuis announced its regional expansion plans during the ongoing Jewellery Arabia exhibition at the Bahrain Exhibition and Convention Centre.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saks Fifth Avenue to launch holiday season with Swarovski]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Saks Fifth Avenue will host its first ever &#039;winter wonderland&#039; event in partnership with Swarovski, with a magical unveiling set to illuminate the entire Dubai store in crystals for the season. 
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<title><![CDATA[Automobile Lamborghini revs-up the ante for luxury comunication instruments ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. TAG Heuer&#039;s limited-edition MERIDIIST Automobili Lamborghini mobile phone was launched yesterday at the Dubai Mall by Jean-Christophe Babin, CEO of Tag Heuer and UAE desert rally champion Mohammed Ben Sulayem.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai&#039;s Damas agrees repayment programme of US$165 million with Abdullah brothers]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41740</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The payment schedule is part of the formal settlement agreement between the Abdullah family and the Company, in respect of the repayment of transactions that led to the resignation of Tawhid Abdullah as CEO last month.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Formula 1 star Paul Belmondo new brand ambassador for SAINT HONORE]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41673</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. SAINT HONORE announced the signing of former French Formula one star and actor Paul Belmondo as a brand ambassador to endorse its range of products creating an association with the world of racing.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tag Heuer opens first boutique in Abu Dhabi]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41652</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The opening of the new boutique, the third in the UAE marks the brands continued expansion plans in the region. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[ Abu Dhabi Airports Company reveals its &#039;Shop-Dine-Unwind&#039; concept at &#039;Leaders in Luxury&#039; conference]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41633</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Shop-Dine-Unwind is a unique combination of fine dining and luxury shopping in an opulent and comfortable setting at Abu Dhabi International Airport&#039;s Terminal 3.

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<title><![CDATA[Gargash enterprises introduces the new Mercedes S-Class 2010 Model ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41631</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai became part of an elite group of cities that was among the first to launch the remarkable new Mercedes -Benz S-Class at an exclusive and high profile event hosted by Gargash Enterprises.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Givori celebrates Barbie&#039;s 50th anniversary]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41595</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. To celebrate Barbie&#039;s 50th anniversary, Givori has teamed up with leading toy-creator Mattel to launch a limited edition phone commemorating the most successful doll of all time.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Middle East, China and online sales lift beleagured luxury goods industry, says Bain &amp; Company]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41482</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Projected 12% increase in 2009 sales in China and 20% growth of sales online; Of the 300 estimated store openings globally, 30% will be in the Middle East.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Duty Free win the Frontier Award for Marketing]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai Duty Free walked away with the Frontier Award for &#039;Best Marketing Campaign by a Retailer&#039;. 

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<title><![CDATA[Paris Gallery and Morellato enter into strategic partnership]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41279</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Paris Gallery and the Morellato Group jointly announced their strategic alliance for the Middle East market.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Damas&#039;s Diwali sales notched an exceptional growth of more than 50% ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41245</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Damas lead the way in adding extra sparkle to Diwali celebrations by unleashing a grand array of promotions for shoppers. 
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<title><![CDATA[Paris Gallery goes live with Oracle retail applications ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41244</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Paris Gallery has implemented Oracle Retail and Oracle E-Business Suite applications to help support aggressive growth strategies and enhance service levels across its store and distribution network.

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<title><![CDATA[Harrods launches physical gold]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. London luxury goods department store Harrods has launched a service to sell investment-grade gold bullion bars and coins to customers.

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<title><![CDATA[Damas gold jeweller appoints auditors to look into transactions by former CEO]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41100</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai-based Damas International has appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers to examine unauthorised transactions by its former chief executive, which lead to his resignation earlier this week. 
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<title><![CDATA[Damas CEO denies involvement in unauthorised transactions; shares resume trading]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41055</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. A special committee of the Board is appointing an independent global accountancy firm to conduct an independent review and an international law firm to assist in analysis of the transactions.

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<title><![CDATA[Dubai jeweller Damas CEO Tawhid Abdulla resigns]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=41034</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai jewellery group Damas International Ltd said chief executive officer and managing director Tawhid Abdulla had resigned after disclosing &#039;unauthorised transactions&#039;.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Louis Vuitton opens Dubai global store, confirms Lebanon outlet this year]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40980</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Louis Vuitton has opened three stores in Dubai since 1997, and plans to double the size of its outlet in the Mall of the Emirates, the brand&#039;s CEO said at the opening of its first so-called global store in Dubai today. 
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<title><![CDATA[UAE Sheikh offers to take over Christian Lacroix]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40947</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Ajman&#039;s Sheikh Hassan Ben Ali al-Naimi made a formal offer on Thursday to take over Christian Lacroix, four months after the French couture house filed for bankruptcy.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Montblanc introduces new 18k gold jewellery]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40889</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. This feminine four-piece collection of 18K yellow gold bracelets and necklaces is embellished with exquisite hearts as well as an array of dainty stars that discreetly interpret Montblanc&#039;s iconic star emblem.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Roger Dubuis announces partnership with Damas]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40852</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Damas will be the sole point of sale in the city for Roger Dubuis&#039; which includes the Kingsquare, Excalibur, Easydiver collections. 
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<title><![CDATA[Cartier to support Dubai&#039;s Woman in Leadership Forum]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40626</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Cartier, the renowned French jeweller created in 2006, with the support of the Women&#039;s Forum, McKinsey and INSEAD, the annual Cartier Women&#039;s Initiative Awards.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[More than 120 exhibitors heading to Abu Dhabi&#039;s International Jewellery and Watch Show]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40577</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Abu Dhabi International Jewellery &amp; Watch Show, renowned for its exquisite jewellery and watch collections, will take place from 14-18 October at National Exhibition Centre.  

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<title><![CDATA[Damas ties up with Montega watches]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40514</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Most of the pieces in the collection use high quality diamonds which can serve as the perfect accent to the watches&#039; hand-finished case.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Gulf Craft and Henderson International team up to provide professional services to yacht owners]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40420</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The partnership signals the commitment of Gulf Craft and Henderson to promote and raise industry standards within the region&#039;s super yacht business.
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<title><![CDATA[Louis Vuitton eyes Lebanon expansion]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40309</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The next market where there are opportunities is clearly Lebanon, which has been resilient to the crisis and has already shown to be a strong market for luxury.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Givori mobile expands portfolio to include BlackBerry]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40290</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Givori has expanded its product portfolio to include Blackberry following the successful launch of the Via Veneto collection.

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<title><![CDATA[Give the gift of poetry from Cacharel silver jewellery this Ramadan]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40283</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Celebrating Ramadan is like a poetic journey for some and similarly, Cacharel silver jewellery brings no less than poetic jewellery to women of substance.

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<title><![CDATA[Coty and Beyonce in fragrance partnership]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40264</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Coty has announced the signing of international icon and multifaceted artist Beyonce. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[European cosmetics, perfumes distributor sets up US$3 million office in Dubai]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40248</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Perfumes y diseno has invested an initial US$3 million in setting up a Middle East distribution office -PYD Middle East Distribution - at the Dubai Airport Freezone.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Faberg&Atilde;&copy; jeweller relaunches after more than 90 years ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40194</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The historic brand, made famous by the work of Peter Carl Faberg&Atilde;&copy;, was acquired by specialist investment firm Pallinghurst Resources with the aim of restoring Faberg&Atilde;&copy; as one of the most desirable names in luxury. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Harry Winston Diamond reports second quarter fiscal loss of US$24.5 million ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40177</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Harry Winston Diamond Corporation today reported second quarter results for the period ended 31 July 2009.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Aquascutum revival planned after heritage label back in British hands]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40168</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Harold Tillman, the UK fashion entrepreneur who agreed to buy the Aquascutum Group clothing label, said he&#039;ll revive the 158-year-old heritage brand.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Theo Fennell returns as luxury jeweller sinks into the red]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40160</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. UK-based luxury jeweller Theo Fennell blamed the &#039;unwise&#039; decisions of former bosses for a &#039;disastrous&#039; year in which the group plunged into the red.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tiffany &amp; Co partners with Damas Jewellery]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40153</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. TIffany &amp; Co partners with Damas Jewellery to help raise vital funds for Ethiopiaid, the UK based charity organisation.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Retail gold sales in Dubai, Abu Dhabi plummet]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=40010</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Gold jewellery sales in Dubai fell around 30% in August, compared with a year earlier, while sales in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, dropped by 40%, the worst sales this year, as high gold prices and the economic downturn deterred buyers.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Damas presents Islamic crystal aya collection]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39994</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Damas brings to fore its special offering - the Islamic inspired crystal aya collection in high quality crystal to mark the holy month of Ramadan. 

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<title><![CDATA[Dubai-owned Barneys New York seeks debt restructuring or bankruptcy filing]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39953</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai&#039;s Istithmar World is working to improve Barneys New York&#039;s financial situation and is committed to the retailer despite tough market conditions, the Dubai-based group said on Tuesday.

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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Multi Commodities Centre releases GFMS  Gold Survey 2009 in Arabic]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39910</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. DMCC&#039;s initiative aims to make the GFMS Gold Survey available as widely as possible across the Arab Gulf and the greater Middle East.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Luxury brands operating in Dubai Airport Freezone eye GCC markets to boost sales]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39882</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Luxury products sales in Middle East marginally affected by financial crisis high end luxury brands dealers operating in Dubai Airport Freezone have changed their tactics by increasing sales in the rich-countries of the GCC.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Areej opens perfume &amp; cosmetics stores in Saudi Arabia ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39741</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Areej, the leading perfume and cosmetic retail chain, has recently entered the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the opening of two new stores - one at Riyadh Gallery and the other at Dhahran Mall.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Christie&#039;s to sell Yves Saint Laurent&#039;s Villa Mabrouka in Tangier ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39709</link>
<description><![CDATA[Morocco. Yves Saint Laurent&#039;s Villa Mabrouka, or the House of Luck, overlooking the coast of Andalusia and the Strait of Gibraltar, is being offered for sale with international marketing services provided by Christie&#039;s Great Estates.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tiffany designs the ultimate key to fashion]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39643</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The new Tiffany Keys Collection is inspired by keys from the Tiffany &amp; Co. archives. The work of skilled gold and silversmiths, these exquisitely crafted vintage keys unlock jewellery and keepsake boxes, diaries and steamer trunks. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Rolls-Royce brings new bespoke Phantoms to the Middle East]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39642</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has developed a new Phantom Bespoke Collection exclusively for the Middle East. Just six cars will arrive in the region as of August.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai International Jewellery Week sets the stage for glittering display]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39582</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Diamonds may be a woman&#039;s best friend, but this November jewellery connoisseurs and industry insiders alike will have plenty of opportunities to consider a long list of precious gems and coveted metals for that title as well.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Parmigiani launches new chronograph line in Middle East]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39498</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. In 2009, Parmigiani Fleurier is to confirm the importance of its exclusive partnership signed with Pershing, with the development of a new chronograph line.

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<title><![CDATA[Montblanc launches men&#039;s fine jewellery collection in Middle East ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39461</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. &#039; Montblanc Men&#039;s fine jewellery collection&#039; four best-selling designs are newly rendered in 18 carat gold that has been intriguingly combined with both man-made and natural materials. 
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<title><![CDATA[Damas launches diamond ring collection]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39419</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Damas has launched a romantic collection of three rings in high quality white diamonds called Heart-to-Heart.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi gold sales maintain growth in July, say traders]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39427</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Retail gold jewellery sales in the capital of the UAE maintained sales growth in July but the market will slow in August as the summer holiday season kicks in, traders said on Monday.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Polo Ralph Lauren seals agreement with US Olympic Comittee]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39405</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Polo Ralph Lauren announced today that it will continue its relationship with the USOC as an official outfitter of the US Olympic and Paralympic Teams for the 2010 and 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 

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<title><![CDATA[Tiffany and Co. unveils its richly oriental gold and silver jewellery collection by Paloma Zellige ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39403</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Central to Paloma&#039;s Zellige collection is the graphic motif of these tiles crafted in 18k yellow or white gold and sterling silver, embellished with diamonds, precious stones and enamel work. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Duty Free tops global rankings ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=39386</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dubai Duty Free ranks as the biggest single airport retail operation in the world according to industry experts Generation Research.]]></description>
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