Dubai, United Arab Emirates. - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Yesterday afternoon saw some of Dubai’s most glamorous and sophisticated ladies gather together in the urban chic surroundings of Serafina, Souk Al Bahar to experience a sample of what Ladies Day Out 2015 is set to offer. Serafina became filled with high heels, fashion bloggers and key media all excited to hear exclusive details about this year’s event.

Serafina’s remarkable food combined with the lively atmosphere has garnered a wide audience. The unique combination of a casual setting, charming service and deliciously good food has kept the locals and celebrity-studded clientele coming back for more.

The guests were welcomed in with Serafina’s infamous signature mocktail the ‘love potion’ alongside heart shaped canapés. The relaxed vibe and open plan of Serafina allowed the ladies to mingle and sample some of the many services that will be available ... Read more »

“Innovation and Entrepreneurship Collaboration Key to Economic Growth” - Dr. Abdalla Alnajjar, President of the Arab Science & Technology Foundation (ASTF)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Dr Abdalla Alnajjar, Emirati entrepreneur and President of the Arab Science & Technology Foundation (ASTF), provided the key note speech on innovation and entrepreneurship at a Dubai Biotechnology and Research Park (DuBiotech) life sciences innovation forum. Dr Alnajjar stated that collaboration between innovation and entrepreneurship is an essential catalyst for economic growth.

DuBiotech, the free zone business park dedicated to fostering the growth of the region’s life sciences industry, brought together over 150 industry and business leaders to share insights into recent developments in the sector, as well the identification of potential barriers. How to drive the UAE’s Innovation Strategy was also d ... Read more »

Global Online Auction Sale Featuring High Quality IP and Technology Assets Begins March 17, 2015

MIDLAND, Mich. & MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. - Friday, February 6th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE) agencyIP today announced that they have been retained by Dow Corning Corporation (“Dow Corning”), a worldwide leader in silicon-based technology and innovation, to manage a global auction including nearly 1,000 of its high-quality global patent and Intellectual Property (“IP”) assets spanning nearly 375 technologies. The sale begins March 17, 2015, and will be conducted via Global Online Auction. agencyIP has partnered with Heritage Global Partners (“HGP”) to conduct the auction. See http://www.agencyip.com/Auctions/Dow-Corning for more information.

Dow Corning’s decision to monetize select IP assets is a result of the Company’s strategic initiatives to optimize technology investments across various platforms. The sal ... Read more »

HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE) General Cable Corporation (NYSE: BGC) reported today results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2014. For the fourth quarter of 2014, the Company recorded adjusted earnings per share of $0.15 and adjusted operating income of $46 million, in line with management’s guidance. For the fourth quarter of 2014, reported loss per share was $2.86 and reported operating income was $14 million. For the full year 2014, the Company generated adjusted operating cash flow of $212 million and reported operating cash flow of $134 million. See page 3 of this press release for information on the reconciliation of adjusted to reported results.

Highlights

    Fourth quarter adjusted operating income and adjusted EPS in line with management’s guidance
    Exceeded full year 2014 adjusted operating cash flow target
    Reduced ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

The Clubs and Sports Activities Department at Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters (GHQ) hosted a ceremony to honor Emirates Transport (ET), at the company’s Mussafah Branch headquarters. The ceremony was attended by Colonel Saif Saeed Al Shamesi, Chief of the Cultural and Social Activities at the Clubs Department and Aamer Al Shehhi, manager of Abu Dhabi school transport at the company.

Colonel Al Shamesi praised the efforts exerted by Emirates Transport, in its capacity as one of Abu Dhabi Police’s strategic partners. He also commended the company’s contributions to supporting the Club Department’s endeavors aimed at offering the best services in the field of school transport, as well as its continuous collaboration in the various events organized by Abu Dhabi Police.

Towards the end of the ceremony, Colonel Al Shamesi presented a certificate of appreciation ... Read more »

PARIS. - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Statkraft, a significant player in the European and global energy markets, moves onto Murex’s MX.3 for Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) solution to empower its growth and expansion strategy.

(BUSINESS WIRE) Murex, the leading provider of integrated trading, risk management and processing solutions, has announced today that Statkraft, a world leader in hydropower and Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy, has gone live on Murex’s MX.3 ETRM solution. In June 2013, Statkfraft decided to reconsider its whole IT ecosystem in order to overcome the limitations of an interwoven infrastructure and maintain their leading-edge in physical and financial energy trading and origination. Investigation of alternative vendors showed that the modern technological foundations of MX.3 would address the company's concerns about long-term viability and support. Within 9 months, MX.3 was installed in ... Read more »

Legendary Comedian, Actor and Writer John Cleese to Host 2015 Awards Ceremony at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona

LONDON - Thursday, February 5th 2015 [ME NewsWire]

Mobile World Congress 2015

(BUSINESS WIRE) - The GSMA today announced the nominees for the 2015 Global Mobile Awards, which are this year celebrating 20 years of achievement and innovation across the mobile industry. World-renowned actor, comedian, writer and film producer John Cleese will host the Global Mobile Awards ceremony on Tuesday, 3rd March at the GSMA Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. The full list of more than 270 nominees can be found at: www.globalmobileawards.com/nominees-2015.

“We are delighted to announce the nominees as we celebrate the 20th year of Global Mobile Awards,” said Michael O’Hara, Chief Marketing Officer, GSMA. “With a new record of over 800 entries, the Global Mobile Awards are, as always, hugely competitive and reflect the dynamic ... Read more »