Tokyo - Monday, November 24th 2014 [ME NewsWire]
(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Toshiba Tec (TOKYO:6588), the world’s most comprehensive and broadly-based manufacturer of printing and imaging products, solutions and services, today announced the merger of its multifunctional printing products division (MFP) with its barcode printing division (BCP) in Europe to meet the demands for growth-oriented companies. The integration of the two Toshiba Tec printing divisions has in one stroke created the most innovative and comprehensive Printing Solutions Business in the world that now enables customers to drive profitable growth through a unique blend of choice and flexibility.
With a global set of manufacturing facilities, the enhanced Toshiba Tec Printing Solutions Division now offers the most diverse business portfolio in the industry. The combined BCP and MFP offering is widely respected for its innovative high-quality products, world-class R&D capabilities, its commitment to cu ... Read more »

SHENZHEN, China - Tuesday, November 25th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hytera Communications, a world’s leading Professional Mobile Radio communications solution provider, has won the contract of upgrading the existing analog radio trunking network to Digital Mobile Radio network for Altech Fleetcall, a division of Altech Radio Holdings (ARH) and part of the Altron TMT Group.

Altech Fleetcall is the only company owning a national radio trunking communications network in South Africa, which is arguably the largest operational MPT1327 network in the world. With Hytera's Digital Mobile Radio system, a highly advanced ETSI standard Tier 3 trunking solution, the national network will have comprehensive elevation including higher data speed, GPS tracking, flexible dispatching, multi-level monitoring, larger subscriber capacity and crystal clear voice quality.

“We explored a number of options to upgrade the predominant analog network to a digi ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, November 20th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The Mot’ared Al Afari Council (Majlis) in Al Ain city, organized by the Ministry of Interior, represented by the Law Respect Culture Bureau, tackled the crime reporting culture and its role in minimizing the negative impact on the community.

Such outreach councils are a response to the higher leadership’s directives, which call for involving both citizens and residents of the UAE in establishing security and stability.

The Majlis was moderated by media figure Ali Al Shamesi, who welcomed the attendees and extended his thanks to Mot’ared Al Afari for hosting the council. He also praised the Ministry of Interior’s unwavering commitment to spread legal awareness among community members.

Al Shamesi emphasized the valuable role of the public in crime reporting. “There is a widespread belief among individuals that combating crime is the sole responsibi ... Read more »

INGELHEIM, Germany - Monday, November 24th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

• Phase III INPULSIS® trials showed that nintedanib* slows disease progression in a broad range of IPF patient types** with a 50% reduction in the decline of lung function

• Nintedanib* significantly reduced the risk of adjudicated acute exacerbations‡ by 68%

• Positive opinion follows the recent FDA approval of nintedanib* for the treatment of patients with IPF

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Boehringer Ingelheim today announced that the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has issued a positive opinion for nintedanib* (suggested brand name OFEV®) for the treatment of patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Results from the Phase III INPULSIS® trials, published in the New England Journal of Medicine in May, showed that nintedanib* significantly slowed disease p ... Read more »

They Expressed Admiration for the Distinguished Methods Employed

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Saturday, November 22nd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

An Afghan Ministry of Interior delegation reviewed the high-end policing experience of Abu Dhabi Police, and the various services they provide to streamline customers’ procedures. Members of the delegation expressed their admiration for the distinguished level attained in the services provision.

The delegation, headed by Masood Ahmed Azizi, Deputy Minister for Strategy and Policy at the Ministry of Interior in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, was given an overview of the services provided by a number of police entities. During their visit to the Directorate General of Central Operations, the delegation met Major General Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Director of the Department and toured the department’s various sections, where they reviewed the work processes and the services provided to promote policing work i ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, November 23rd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The Traffic and Patrols Directorate at the Abu Dhabi Police called upon drivers to be cautious when driving in changing weather conditions that may cause low visibility in some areas due to fog in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The directorate also encouraged drivers to pay more attention while driving in the rain, and to refrain from breaking suddenly – as this may cause the vehicle to slide due to the decreased efficiency of the brakes on wet surfaces

Lt. Colonel Jamal Salem Al Ameri, Chief of Public Relations Section at the Traffic and Patrols Directorate, Abu Dhabi Police, recommended that drivers follow the weather forecasts in order to be prepared to drive in any weather condition. He emphasized the importance of leaving safe and sufficient space between vehicles, to avoid overtaking other vehicles, and to drive at an appropriate speed that is suitable for the surrounding conditions.

Urging Motorists to Boost Safety and not to Cause Traffic Accidents

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, November 20th 2014

The Abu Dhabi Police represented by the Traffic and Patrols Directorate, intensified traffic safety awareness initiatives ahead of the 43rd National Day festivities under the theme: "Let's Celebrate the Spirit of the Union without Violations". The directorate stressed the importance of civilized cooperation with the public while celebrating this auspicious national event. Moreover, it called on the public to abide by traffic laws, the instructions of the traffic and patrols officers, and the car decoration guidelines set out by the directorate.

Colonel Khamis Ishaq Mohammed, Deputy Director of the Abu Dhabi Police Traffic and Patrols Directorate, noted that the National Day awareness campaign features a wide variety of programs, which will be made publicized through the various media and social ne ... Read more »

According to MoU with Emirates Transport

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Saturday, November 22nd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The Abu Dhabi Police GHQ and Emirates Transport signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on delivering environmentally-friendly maintenance services to vehicles used by Abu Dhabi Police staff members at selected stations across Abu Dhabi.

The MoU was signed at the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ by Major General Khalil Dawood Badran, Director General of Finance and Services, and by Mohammed Abdullah Al Jarman, General Manager of Emirates Transport.

“This agreement is in response to the instructions of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, to enhance cooperation and collaboration with government entities, in order to achieve the coveted aspirations,” said Major General Badran. He also praised the leading role of Emirates Transport in serving the society based on the most advan ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, November 20th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

The Media Department at the General Directorate of Civil Defense organized a diabetes awareness campaign under the slogan “My Health” (Sehhati). The campaign, tailored in cooperation and coordination with Al Ahli Hospital, was held at the directorate’s Abu Dhabi headquarters.

Officers, non-commissioned officers, constables, civilians and workers from the General Directorate of Civil Defense took part in the event, which marks the World Diabetes day. Attendees participating in the campaign underwent on-site medical screening tests, which included cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar and body mass index tests.

Colonel Jassim Abdullah Humaid, Director General of Resources and Support Services, praised the valuable health awareness campaign. He stressed the importance of regular medical checks-ups, to ensure the safety and health of all staff members at the General ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, November 23rd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

In a step to help those who have lost limbs in an accident, the Abu Dhabi Police Headquarters (GHQ) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Omniyati Prosthetics Arts Center.

The agreement was signed at the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ by Major General Khalil Dawood Badran, Director General of Finance and Services, Abu Dhabi Police; and Ms. Ashwaq Hassan Al Hashimi, Director of the Omniyati Prosthetics Arts Center.

Major General Badran said: “This MoU reflects the vision of Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, in supporting leading national institutions, which positively reflects on the services provided to the public. It also embodies the strategy of the Abu Dhabi Police in being a part of the development process.”

The MoU allows both the Omniyati Center and the Medical Services Department at the Gen ... Read more »