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<title><![CDATA[Al Nabooda&#039;s K. Rajaram shares business insights at Emirates NBD Global Business Series ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=61857</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. &quot;The future is with the youth, and they need to work hard to gain success. Life is a struggle and the more you put into it the more you will gain.&quot;
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<title><![CDATA[Jaguar Land Rover opens US$ 1.5 million engineering test centre in Dubai]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=61796</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Centre to conduct extreme hot weather research &amp; development; will also test the off-road driving capability of Land Rover&#039;s Terrain Response system.

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<title><![CDATA[Oran tramway in Algeria inaugurated  ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=61750</link>
<description><![CDATA[ALGERIA. The Oran tramway is 18.7 km long and features 32 stops located in the largest boroughs of the greater Oran region.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[GCC asset management grows as US$121 billion worth of road, bridge infrastructure investemnt underway]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=61714</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Government Asset Management Conference highlights international, regional best practice; The latest methodologies and strategies in asset risk management, asset reliability and asset information will be up for debate.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Jaguar Land Rover MENA records best ever month with sales up 68% in March]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. MENA sales increase by 27% for fiscal year 2012-2013; Land Rover  sales up 29%; Jaguar sales up 19%.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Qatar puts domestic transport upgrade on top of priorities for next decade]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[QATAR. The sector will be the largest source of project opportunities, with at least US$70 billion worth of projects already planned.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Capital investment in UAE infrastructure expected to soar to US$131 billion by 2016]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The sector is expected to form 24.4% of the country&#039;s GDP, underlining its importance in the overall economic development.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Kuwait to spend as much as US$17.5 billion in current fiscal year]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[KUWAIT. The plan to diversify the economy includes boosting crude and gas production, building a metro and rail network, new hospitals, roads, power stations, expanding the airport and building a port on Boubyan Island.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[US$17 billion worth of transport schemes still up for grabs in Qatar]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=61316</link>
<description><![CDATA[QATAR. 4th Annual Qatar Transport Conference to provide detailed guide to business and investment opportunities in the next 12-18 months.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Aramex to use Etihad Rail Network for UAE and GCC deliveries]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=61172</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. &quot;With this partnership Aramex will have multi-modal transportation capabilities, reduced cross-border logistics costs and processes - competitive advantages that strengthen our regional business further.&quot;]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Etihad Rail secures US$1.28 billion financing for Stage One of Strategic National Railway Project]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=61078</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Stage One progressing on schedule with route from Habshan to Ruwais to commence this year.

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<title><![CDATA[Prototype of world&#039;s first hybrid super car tours Middle East ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=60988</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Porsche 918 Spyder prototype completes UAE trip with Porsche Centre Dubai visit.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai bid to cut price on US$800 million loan said to be rejected]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Lenders rejected a request to cut pricing on an US$800 million loan backed by the emirate&#039;s road-toll receipts, which may push the government to raise a new facility.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Bentley Motors announces record sales across the Middle East ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. Sales up 44% for Bentley in the Middle East; Global sales growth of 22%; Bentley remains the leading manufacturer of luxury vehicles in the world.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Rolls-Royce Wraith unveiled ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=60740</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The graceful silhouette gives expression to a bold and thoroughly contemporary luxury motor car.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Rolls-Royce Motor Cars sales up 26% in the Middle east]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=60667</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Abu Dhabi and KSA in the top 5 best selling dealers around the world; Bespoke content at highest-ever levels with Middle East boasting the highest uptake globally.

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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi to spend US$90 billion on projects in 2013-2017]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=60649</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The plan includes building more than 12,500 houses as well as schools, roads and other infrastructure, the government of Abu Dhabi said.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Bentley reveals new performance flagship convertible ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL.  The Continental GT Speed Convertible, the world&#039;s fastest four-seat convertible, makes its international debut on 14th January at the North American International Auto Show, Detroit.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Etihad Rail&#039;s first batch of wagons arrive in Abu Dhabi ]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. The developer and operator of the UAE&#039;s national railway network said the first shipment of wagons, to be used in Stage One of the rail project linking Shah and Habshan to Ruwais in the Western Region, arrived earlier this week at Mina Zayed.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Middle East private aviation industry set to boom]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=60479</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Clyde &amp; Co seminar &quot;Middle East Business Aviation Market Update&quot; reveals around US$36 billion worth of business expected over the next two decades from new aircraft deliveries.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Al Habtoor pulls Dubai IPO as sale drought prompts bank cuts]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[UAE. &quot;After a thorough evaluation I have decided to postpone the IPO. It is a moral issue not taking the group public at this time,&quot; Khalaf Al Habtoor said.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Jaguar Land Rover signs Letter of Intent with Saudi Government]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. Detailed feasibility study now underway to consider Saudi Arabia as a possible future location for a Jaguar Land Rover automotive facility.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Jaguar Land Rover says studying viability of Saudi Arabia plant]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Saudi Arabia&#039;s commerce ministry said it has signed a US$1.2 billion preliminary deal to manufacture 50,000 Land Rover vehicles per year in the kingdom.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Emirates First Class customer chauffer service gets new fleet of Mercedes E-Class estates and Viano]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=60357</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. 46 estate variants of the E-Class executive saloon and 20 luxurious Viano large-capacity vehicles have been delivered to the airline&#039;s dedicated Terminal 3 hub at Dubai International Airport.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Italian fund buys 37.5% stake in Aston Martin]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=60343</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Investindustrial is investing US$240 million in the car-maker which is owned by Kuwait-based finance firm Investment Dar, which bought it from Ford Motors for US$767.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Jaguar unveils the XFR-S ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=60262</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The XFR-S is Jaguar&#039;s fastest, most powerful and agile sports saloon ever; The XFR-S will sprint from zero to 100km/h in 4.6 seconds and on to an electronically limited top speed of 300km/h.
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<title><![CDATA[Jaguar Land Rover MENA registers best sales growth in four years]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=60211</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. 12MY line-up drives sales increase of 21% and 33% for Jaguar and Land Rover respectively]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[New Doha International Airport deploys TransCore&#039;s RFID-based access control technology]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=60130</link>
<description><![CDATA[QATAR. TransCore to design, implement, and maintain through June 2017 a state-of-the-art, radio frequency identification (RFID)-based parking and car/bus terminal access control system for authorized staff.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Kuwait signs causeway project with Hyundai-led group]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[KUWAIT. The US$2.6 billion causeway, is to link Kuwait City with the northern Subbiya area, which is to become home to the Silk City project.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saudi roads among the world&#039;s most dangerous, says road safety expert]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59974</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. GCC road safety, infrastructure and planning top of agenda at Gulf Traffic Exhibition and Conference in Abu Dhabi.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[UAE sparks passion for driving in two out of three expats, finds Zurich survey]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59964</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Affordability of better cars and safer roads cited as top reasons; Changing lanes without indicating the biggest irritation for UAE drivers.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saudi gas truck blast kills at least 22]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59912</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. A gas tanker truck exploded on a main road in the Saudi capital on Thursday, killing at least 22 people, injuring 111 others and leaving a trail of destruction, officials said.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi Conference to shed light on AED180 billion projects market in 2013]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59834</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Growth areas, business and commercial opportunities, and sustainability initiatives in UAE capital to be discussed in top-level summit.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Freight flow through GCC network could have  transformational effect on international trade and commerce in the region]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59760</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The world rail market will continue to grow despite the global economic downturn, driven in large part by the sector&#039;s growth in the Gulf region, according to industry experts speaking in Abu Dhabi.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Derivatives led to Aabar ditching Daimler stake]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59719</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Disposal of Daimler stake was triggered by a failed derivatives deal underpinning Aabar&#039;s purchase of the shares, sources familiar with the matter said.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[EU tightens Iran sanctions ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59718</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Extra curbs on trade, finance energy and transport, aim to persuade Tehran to permit more international scrutiny of its nuclear program and avert a possible military conflict. 
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi&#039;s Aabar sells entire stake in Daimler]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59693</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Abu Dhabi&#039;s sovereign wealth fund Aabar sold the remainder of its 3.07% stake in Daimler, the German automotive group said in a regulatory filing.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[World&#039;s biggest Bentley workshop opens in Dubai]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59635</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. 189,000 sq. ft. dedicated to Bentley vehicles; One-stop shop caters for all servicing and vehicle needs; Total investment by Al Habtoor Motors of AED 300million.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Investcorp to acquire 35% stake in Kuwait&#039;s Automak]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59534</link>
<description><![CDATA[KUWAIT. Capital injection in the leading independent vehicle leasing and rental company in Kuwait is Gulf Opportunity Fund&#039;s sixth investment in the region.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Jaguar F-TYPE unveiled at Paris event]]></title>'
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<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Jaguar F-TYPE, an all-new two-seater sports car, is revealed to a VIP audience at Mus&Atilde;&copy;e Rodin, Paris; F-TYPE is the first two-seater sports car from Jaguar since the iconic E-type was launched 50 years ago.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[US$250 billion investments to be poured on rail projects in MENA region ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59509</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The boom is expected to double the track network to 67,000 km and create huge opportunities for local and international businesses.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Jaguar Land Rover to celebrate 50 years of James Bond at 2012 Paris Motor show]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59447</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Land Rover Defender appears in the opening sequence of the new James Bond movie  SKYFALL, being driven by field agent Eve.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Al-Futtaim Group launches Automotive Academy]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59400</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. First of its kind facility offers automotive accredited sales apprenticeship for UAE Nationals.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Mobil 1 to support Porsche in World Endurance Championship racing]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59322</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Expanded partnership between ExxonMobil and Porsche focused on lubricant technology for road and race engines.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Grant Thornton appointed to conduct valuation of Al Habtoor Group]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59262</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Global advisory firm  to conduct an independent professional valuation of tAl Habtoor Group ahead of its proposed Initial Public Offering.  
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<title><![CDATA[Gulf projects&#039; value exceeds US$1.68 trillion despite slowdown]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59230</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Nearly 43% of the projects are on hold; The UAE remains the largest construction market with projects totalling US$690.2 billion, research by BNC Network shows.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[All-New Range Rover is revealed]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59214</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The fourth generation of the iconic Range Rover line, the new model has been revealed to the world via a dramatic event held at The Royal Ballet School in Richmond, London.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saudi auto spare-parts and after-sales service equipment market projected to reach US$2.4 billion]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59192</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. Saudi Autoshop 2012 to showcase Middle East&#039;s most comprehensive collection of auto repair services, equipment, tools, parts and accessories.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Al Habtoor looks at potential IPO in Dubai]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59180</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Al Habtoor Group is one of the UAE&#039;s biggest family businesses with a portfolio spanning hospitality, construction, education and automotive operations.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Developing infrastructure and oil industry crucial to sustain Iraqi economy ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59105</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Strong, modern, secure and reliable infrastructure needed to boost oil production and the domestic economy, says oil expert.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tata looks at Saudi plant for Jaguar Land Rover]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59099</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Tata Motors is examining the possibility of building a plant in Saudi Arabia to assemble Jaguar Land Rover Ltd cars next to a new aluminium smelter.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia, Egypt to proceed with causeway plans]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59071</link>
<description><![CDATA[EGYPT. A technical committee will meet in late September to discuss the  US$3 billion causeway, al-Hayat reported, citing the Egyptian Transportation Minister. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Porsche adds new exclusive collections to latest Driver&#039;s Selection range]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59062</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Launched this summer, the new additions include the Colours of 1968, Retro Spirit, and 911 Collections, all of which are inspired by Porsche&#039;s long history of combining style and quality with functionality.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[More than US$80 billion mega infrastructure projects to be awarded in Saudi Arabia in 2013]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59058</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. The Saudi Mega Infrastructure Projects Summit to present a comprehensive overview of opportunities in the Kingdom&#039;s non-energy projects market.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai to build 31 new pedestrian bridges over next 5 years]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=59039</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The total number of pedestrian bridges constructed in Dubai had soared to 74 by the end of last year, and the number is set to hit 105 bridges by 2016 as part of efforts made to serve road users.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Bentley announces new Mulsanne vision - The world&#039;s most elegant convertible]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58989</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. With the Mulsanne Convertible Concept, Bentley&#039;s designers are providing a glimpse into the potential future of the marque&#039;s flagship family. 
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<title><![CDATA[All-new Range Rover - the world&#039;s most refined and capable luxury SUV]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58900</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. World&#039;s first SUV with a lightweight all-aluminium monocoque body structure; An unrivalled breadth of capability with transformed handling and agility.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia approves US$16.5 billion Mecca transport revamp]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58878</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. More than 6 million visitors from across the world visit Mecca every year for the Haj and Omra pilgrimages. The influx has strained outdated transport system.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Jaguar F-TYPE to debut in Paris]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58859</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE.  The F-TYPE, Jaguar&#039;s all-new aluminium two-seater sports car, will make its global debut in production form at the Paris Motor Show on 27th September 2012.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Middle East youth  rise to smarter mobility challenge]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58822</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE.  A total of 119 student teams from all over Asia and the Middle East came together to compete in the Shell Eco-marathon Asia 2012 - an event that challenges young minds to see who can design and built the region&#039;s most fuel-efficient vehicle.

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<title><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia&#039;s US$60 billion debt-financed logistics and transportation system will triple traffic]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58751</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARBIA. Saudi Arabia is spending big on a logistics hub, airport improvement and roads. The investments also yielded the largest sukuk offered in the Middle East this year and an IPO on the stock exchange in June. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Etihad Rail tenders first contracts for Stage Two of UAE&#039;s rail network ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58714</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The three invitations to tender, which were issued to all pre-qualified companies, are for contracts covering the design and build of new lines.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[UAE&#039;s Tawazun to manufacture Nimr 4x4 vehicles in Algeria]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58711</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The newly created JV will initially target producing more than 200 4x4 armored vehicles after its set-up is complete.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[UAE drivers seek respite from rising global fuel prices]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58635</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Car owners can maximise efficiency by employing simple tricks, says automotive expert.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia shortlists 38 groups for Riyadh train project]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58597</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. The city planners will soon invite the companies to submit their bids for the 175-kilometer electrical rail link that will connect its airport with other parts of the city.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia&#039;s Ghazal SUV defies hazards of the desert]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58551</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. The kingdom is developing the sport-utility vehicle with a rugged carbon-fiber frame, to diversify its economy beyond oil; Saudi car market forecast to climb 29% by 2015.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Jaguar adds local impetus to global &#039;ALIVE&#039; brand campaign]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58521</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Online films capture talented individuals from MENA region telling Jaguar what makes them feel ALIVE.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Rolls-Royce reports 22% increase in first half Middle East sales]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58495</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Saudi Arabia in particular has maintained an exceptional growth, with the UAE, Qatar, and other markets achieving robust growth rates individually, all fuelled by remarkably high demand for Ghost models and a sustained demand for Phantom. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Bentley sales leap by a third ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58471</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Six month results up 32%; US overtakes China to re-emerge as largest market; Sales of Bentley&#039;s flagship Mulsanne up 30%.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Analysis: Logistics and supply chain sector in Oman]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58411</link>
<description><![CDATA[OMAN. The logistics and supply chain sector in Oman continues to grow and benefit from significant investment in infrastructure, warehousing and transportation.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Aston Martin unveils the AM 310 Vanquish]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58257</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. AM 310 Vanquish is a new Aston Martin featuring the next generation of the renowned VH architecture as well as a significantly upgraded 6.0-litre V12 engine that is considerably more potent than before.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Bentley to debut new model at 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58229</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. With a mix of contemporary and classic models, Bentley has its largest ever presence at the world-famous event, running from Friday 29th June to Sunday 1st July.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[60% of UAE drivers talk on their mobile phones without headsets while driving]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=58080</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Driving behaviour seems to be improving on key variables such as seat belt and child seat use according to study.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[NAAMA donates ambulances to Syrian Arab Red Crescent]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57948</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The National Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA) and the NAAMA Foundation announce the purchase and delivery of two newly equipped ambulances to Damascus.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Major construction opportunities valued at US$500 billion in GCC, finds Deloitte report]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57929</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Key findings in the Deloitte report indicate that large infrastructure projects, particularly around social and transport infrastructure, will offer tremendous opportunities for contractors, as will continuing upstream and downstream oil and gas related developments. 
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<title><![CDATA[Unique green concept car for airports unveiled]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57917</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dragonfly, a green high-tech urban vehicle for runways and tarmacs, will help in transporting people within busy airports.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai&#039;s Automechanika opens today as region&#039;s re-export sector sees continued growth]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57911</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. A-MAP leverages UAE&#039;s attractive geographic position for future business, as largest automotive aftermarket exhibition opens.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[US$2 billion airport projects take lion&#039;s share of transport contracts awarded in GCC]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57901</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Comprehensive overview of projects across key sectors and markets in Arab region to be presented at Arabian World Construction Summit 2012.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saudi Arabia to start new Riyadh metro project]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57839</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA.  Saudi Arabia launched a tender process to build a new metro system in the capital of Riyadh in an effort to ease congestion on the city&#039;s gridlocked roads.

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<title><![CDATA[Dubai Creek to get US$163 million development]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57804</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The waterway will be deepened, a three-kilometer wharf will be built and the stalled Business Bay canal project will also be revived, according to The National.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Egypt signs MOU for Kuwait fund help with railway projects]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57792</link>
<description><![CDATA[EGYPT. Egypt signed a memorandum of understanding with the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development to provide technical assistance worth about US$2.2 million for railway-related projects]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Etihad Rail unveils locomotive livery and branding]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57671</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The locomotives will be finished in a durable light grey paint scheme, relieved with broad red bands and the Etihad Rail logo situated near the middle of the body line.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[IBM Research boosts Battery 500 project with new materials partners ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57521</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Asahi Kasei and Central Glass to enhance electric vehicle lithium-air battery innovation. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Abu Dhabi prepares sale of Daimler stake]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57494</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The emirate&#039;s sovereign wealth fund Aabar became Daimler&#039;s largest investor after buying a 9.1% holding for US$2.6 billion in 2009.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Dubai imported automobiles worth US$3.6 billion by end of third quarter 2011]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57457</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Re-exports of automobiles worth US$1.6 billion in same period; Figures for the total trade in auto parts in Dubai during 2011 will be released in May at Automechanika Middle East. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Bombardier opens Project Management Academy in Saudi Arabia ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57424</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. The programme will develop the new generation of Project Managers to deliver the Kingdom&#039;s ambitious urban transport vision.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Nissan revives old Datsun for emerging markets]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57176</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. The company said it would re-introduce an updated model to the market from 2014 for sale initially in Indonesia, India and Russia.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Infrastructure investment high on Kuwait&#039;s US$130 billion National Development Plan ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=57106</link>
<description><![CDATA[KUWAIT. Ernst &amp; Young to deliver an overview of US$7 billion Kuwait Metropolitan Rapid Transit System (KMRT) at a major Infrastructure Investment Summit. ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Bentley reveals EXP 9 F - a  luxury performance SUV design concept ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56978</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. EXP 9 F all-wheel drive luxury Sport Utility Vehicle concept revealed at Geneva Motor Show; Bold reinterpretation of Bentley design cues in a spacious, versatile and high performance SUV 
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<title><![CDATA[Nissan to unveil INVITATION concept car at Geneva show]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56720</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Dynamic new concept bursting with technical innovation introduces the companys next generation mainstream B-segment contender.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Aston Martin V12 Zagato first deliveries scheduled for Autumn 2012 ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56610</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Production V12 Zagato set for European debut at Geneva Salon International 2012; Strictly limited to a maximum of 150 cars; Created using materials, processes and technology pioneered on the One-77.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Geopolitics, debt refinancing leave funds wary of Gulf]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56554</link>
<description><![CDATA[INTERNATIONAL. Tensions over Iran, unrest in Syria and concern about refinancing of upcoming Dubai debt are making international investors wary of Gulf and other Middle Eastern markets this year.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[ADIB *161# Mobile Banking enables Salik payment]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56522</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. This service uses Etisalat&#039;s Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) technology, which allows interactive communication between ADIB and customers using their mobile phone.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Saudi activists sue government over driving ban]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56518</link>
<description><![CDATA[SAUDI ARABIA. Two Saudi female activists have filed law suits against the government for refusing to issue them driver&#039;s licences and banning them from driving a car.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[General Motors  appoints Carat as strategic global media partner]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56477</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. The appointment carries an anticipated annual media spend of US$3 billion worldwide, according to Kantar Media]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Citadel Capital sees &#039;strong&#039; interest in Egypt food, transport]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56336</link>
<description><![CDATA[EGYPT. &quot;Egypt has more than 80 million citizens, they still need to eat,&quot; Chairman Ahmed, who is attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, said.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Strong December boosts General Motors&#039; sales in the Middle East by 13% ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56205</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Chevrolet sales grow by 16% in 2011; GM&#039;s newly launched vehicles register 23% sales gain; Retail sales up 44% during the year.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Middle East Ultra-Luxury Car Market achieves double digit growth in 2011]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56190</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars sales achieved a growth of 23% throughout the Middle East; UAE is the 4th largest individual market for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars after China, US and UK.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Shaping the future of urban transportation ]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56109</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. EFPL Middle East workshop explored the role ICTs play in urban transportation systems with specific examples from the GCC region.]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Road, rail and bridge projects planned in the GCC worth US$142 billion]]></title>'
<link>http://www.bi-me.com/main.php?c=3&amp;cg=2&amp;t=1&amp;id=56079</link>
<description><![CDATA[UAE. Railway projects, including rail, metro, tram, and stations are valued at US$79 billion, this includes the US$30 billion GCC rail network.]]></description>
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