AW Rostamani’S Arabian Real Estate Alongside Group Property Automobiles Company and Partnership Development Have Combined Passive and with Nissan

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Celebrating 50 Years of Automotive Success NISSAN PATROL 2018 FUSION OF LUXURY AND PERFORMANCE NOW WITH STARLIGHT ALCANTARA ROOF NISSAN PATROL 2018 FUSION OF LUXURY AND PERFORMANCE NOW WITH STARLIGHT ALCANTARA ROOF This Issue Winter/Spring 2018

Cover story 50 years ago, the Group established the brand ‘Arabian Automobiles Company’ and formed a successful partnership with Nissan which helped the Group become one of the Middle East’s leading and reputable conglomerates. This Issue’s Cover Story celebrates their grand achievement and the journey that led Arabian Automobiles Company to rejoice over half a century of automotive success. 8

Editor’s Note

This season, Life Enriched honours a very government’s initiatives to better the special occasion celebrating the 50th environments that surround us. Al Rostamani anniversary of AW Rostamani’s Arabian Real Estate alongside Group Property Automobiles Company and partnership Development have combined passive and with Nissan. From 1968 to today, Arabian intelligent designs to showcase modern Automobiles Company has evolved from one living environments p.26 and p.84, Building showroom to one of the largest automobile Industries share their news on what it means to distributors in the Gulf with 14 showrooms be an ESCO accredited company, and Lumina across Dubai and the Northern Emirates, selling expands on how they have ensured their more than 50,000 units annually. We proudly products contribute to a cleaner and greener celebrate our automotive arm’s success and environment. share their story on p.8. Amongst these exciting developments, this 32 In light of celebrating impressive breakthroughs, issue sees the release of three impressive and this issue of Life Enriched introduces a new unique models from across our three leading page to LE magazine, titled In-the-Know. In- automotive brands. Renault reveals the new the-Know shares short remarkable facts and long-range all-electric Zoe 40 p.74, INFINITI developments which have taken place this launch their INFINITI QX80 SUV bringing season, p.24. Entering a new year calls for a elegance to power and size p.40 and Nissan ‘new you’, thus this issue we spoke with some announces the joys of family life in a bigger, of our employees to find out what inspires them, bolder SUV, X-TRAIL p.16. This issue also sees p.48. We are looking forward to a very exciting product reviews of designers such as Ozlem year and thus sharing inspirations with friends Tuna at Apartment51, Italian artisan designed and colleagues whilst taking on new challenges jewellery from Vhernier p.32. Moreover, many is a great way to ensure you are improving exciting partnerships have been conducted yourself in 2018. this season, such as Lumina has partnered 70 with Simon Fisher, one of the most respected We have already seen great self-improvements product designers of light fixtures in the industry for the Group this season through HR’s Fitness p.64 and Shift Technologies has partnered with initiatives in alignment with Dubai’s Fitness Google Cloud p.30. Challenge (DFC). DFC is an initiative set by HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al On closing this season we look forward Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, which aims to a very exciting year ahead, AAC’s to unite the people of Dubai to 30 minutes of accomplishment is a grand achievement for the continuous exercise for 30 days. AWR reflected whole group and we look forward to sharing the initiative by providing all employees the celebration with all our companies and our with the chance to register for new sporting customers. We hope you thoroughly enjoy our activities, gain discounts for gym memberships, stories and the news, which together lead the enter a weight loss competition and provided way into our biggest year yet. encouragement for all participating in the Dubai Fitness Challenge p.90.

Alongside bettering our lifestyles, our companies are also developing sustainability concepts in coalition with the UAE Group MarCom

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NISSAN X-TRAIL AWR Loves… 6 Homeware and Jewellery Designs Nothing Can Hold You Back 16 Reminiscent of Works of Art 54 In the Know 24 Romance by Italian Artisans 32 AW Rostamani Attackers - Football Evolving Real Estate Developments Interview 90 INFINITI – QX80 into Sustainable Lifestyle Hubs 26 Welcome To The New QX80 40 Shift Technologies and Google All New Electric Renault ZOE 40 Announce Partnership... 30 all set to hit the Middle East 70 BCD Travel Reports Corporate The Renault ZOE e-Sport Concept 74 Social Responsibility... 38

Energy Performance Contracting 75 What Inspires You 48

Psycho Bunny, a distinguished, The First Year of AUTOTRUST 50 witty and stylish brand... 80 Mobility for Sustainability – AAC Parts Department introduces Shift Car Rental... 60 New Advanced Dealer... 82 Evolving the Way Customers 54 Engage with AW Rostamani 62 Businesses

Lumina – Creating an Illuminated and Connected Future 64

The Shift Towards 360-Degree Lifestyle Environments 84

Land Transportation – To Keep You Moving, on the Road to Growth 86 16 Highlights and Awards 94

Event Reflects 110 90

80 75 38 Lumina The new LED High Bay Loves.... developed by the Lumina Items from our brands that team; it saves 50% of we cannot get enough of this season! energy in comparison to conventional high bays!

Enrich Club We’re enjoying ample amounts of special awards with Enrich Club

Apartment51 We are loving the Elegant Chair in Rose from Bloomingville Kart Kart’s fleet of general cargo and specialized trucks

Georg Jensen’s AUTOTRUST The Elf Brand: We love Elf Bloom Lubricants for its power to lower We love Georg Jensen’s fuel consumption, reduction of CO2 BLOOM bowls, inspired by emissions and protecting our loved Japanese cherry blossoms in vehicles from wear and tear. full bloom.

6 INFINTI QX50’s Blind Spot Warning & Prevention Renault’s This couldn’t be more helpful! Flexi Service R-Link 2 Sensors detect when someone An intuitive and innovative Flexi Service Contract enters your blind spot. connected tablet with a graphic gives you over 40% of interface and application that savings compared to regular reacts to your every move, maintenance costs and designed to enhance your driving protection from price inflation experience.

AWR Goes Green New recycling bins have been launched at our headquarters, helping our green employees to make their stamp on saving the environment.

BCD Travel TripSource® by BCD Travel, a robust travel app, giving us greater control over our travel plans OutSystems Building Industries OutSystems is a low-code platform that lets you We love the interior fit-out visually develop your entire of the new SALT outlet application, easily integrate at La Mer by Building with existing systems, and Industries. A cool place to add your own custom code hang out and enjoy great when you need it. food. 7

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Celebrating 50 years of Automotive Success

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8 50th Anniversary of Arabian Automobiles Company and partnership with Nissan

In this special edition of Life Enriched, Chairman, Abdul Wahid Al Rostamani the AW Rostamani Group celebrates which state ‘with passion I-CAN’. over half a century of outstanding automotive success. 50 years ago, the In its first year, AAC opened their first Group established the brand ‘Arabian showroom and celebrated sales of over Automobiles Company’ and formed 100 units. Following the successful a successful partnership with Nissan partnership with Nissan, AAC added which helped the Group become one of INFINITI to their portfolio in 1982 and the Middle East’s leading and reputable incorporated the brand’s IREDI concept conglomerates. 50 years later, the AW to create one of the largest INFINITI Rostamani Group possesses a turnover Centers in the world, located on the very of 2 billion dollars and also includes famous Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai. The a diversified portfolio of companies facility incorporates a state-of-the-art retail specialising in real estate, interior fit-out, concept that reflects and reinforces the lighting solutions, retail, and technology. energy and passion of the INFINITI brand. Over the years Arabian Automobiles The Group first capitalized on the INFINITI has consistently delivered robust opportunity to partner with Nissan when business performance and has grown to the company visited the UAE seeking a become the largest INFINITI distributor distributor in 1968. This led to the birth of in the GCC with 50% share reinforcing AW Rostamani’s flagship business, Arabian its position as a key player in the region Automobiles. Since its humble beginnings, and amongst the top 5 INFINITI Dealer the company has grown to achieve worldwide delivering the best motoring respected and influential successes in the experiences to customers in Dubai and the region over five decades by seeking new Northern Emirates. opportunities to build the affluent business and successfully maintain a consistent In 2005 AAC entered a third thriving momentum. partnership with automobile brand, Renault. Arabian Automobiles has sold Arabian Automobiles has rapidly grown more than 24,000 Renault vehicles from a single showroom to a large since its establishment in Dubai and has automotive network across Dubai and the expanded the brand’s network to four Northern Emirates. From the offset, the showrooms. Arabian Automobiles Renault business strategy was to offer a one-stop- is one of the fastest growing automotive shop family brand that customers could brands in the region and has delivered trust. Correspondingly, the company laid strong business performance as a result down their key foundations and set out of its exceptional customer service which to achieve its objectives to become an has positively impacted on perceptions of industry leader and beacon of excellence the brand. As a result of its strong business in the region. AAC was built on a robust performance, Arabian Automobiles platform of company values that were Renault was named ‘Dealer of the Year’ created from the philosophies of the Late in 2013- a global award bestowed by Renault.

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 In alignment with the UAE’s 2021 Vision Dubai’s drive for quality was strengthened Execution. AW Rostamani has proudly to ensure sustainable development while by the vision of His Highness Sheikh become a trusted and recognised name preserving the environment, AAC is Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler in the UAE automotive market, renowned moving towards a sustainable mobility of Dubai and Vice President and Prime for excellence in customer service and landscape. Renault’s market-leading Minister of the UAE with the establishment relations, and has built partnerships electrical cars under the “EV” brand lead of the Dubai Quality Award (DQA) in around a world-class portfolio of products. the drive of sustainability by providing 1994. The same year, AW Rostamani AW Rostamani could never have reached zero vehicles such as the Zoe, Twizy and initiated their journey of excellence with this monumental milestone had it not Kangoo to the GCC. the implementation of the Balanced been for the Royal leadership of the UAE, Scorecard. This was a turning point in the forwarding thinking members of From 1968 to today, Arabian Automobiles the history of AAC, which transformed the Rostamani family, the Nissan Motor Company has evolved from one the management style and became the Company partners, the dedicated and showroom to one of the largest automobile backbone of the company. committed group of over 4,000 employees distributors in the Gulf with 14 showrooms spanning more than 63 nationalities and across Dubai and the Northern Emirates, ACC’s efforts have been acknowledged lastly but most importantly the loyalty of selling more than 50,000 units annually both locally and internationally with their customers. and is also the largest purchaser of Nissan prestigious awards such as the Nissan Genuine Parts globally. Amongst these Global Award, Infiniti Global Award and In order to rejoice the grand achievement impressive expansions has come the Renault Dealer of the year. For the 10th of recording over a half of a century of revolutionary development of car leasing, year in a row, AWR has brought home success AW Rostamani gives thanks and multi-brand used cars and servicing, the Nissan WAPC Award. The group gratitude to those who have contributed to trading and certified pre-owned vehicles. is the first automotive distributor in the their journey. AW Rostamani’s visionary approach UAE to be honoured with the prestigious has mirrored the growth of Dubai and Dubai Quality Gold Award, an award that Firstly, the UAE leaders and the Ruler of embraced change and development with reflects our commitment to delivering Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid resolve and vigour. The organisation has the highest standards of excellence to all Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime taken inspiration from the leaders of the stakeholders. In 2013, they were the first Minister of the United Arab Emirates nation to embark on a path of ambitious privately owned UAE Company to be (UAE), and Ruler of the Emirate of Dubai growth and excellence. inducted into the Balance Scorecard Hall for their contribution to building the of Fame by Palladium for their Strategy nation. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al

10 Maktoum has played an unparalleled role in the growth and modernization of Dubai and without his inspiration, ambition and leadership the company’s success could not have been possible. Under his rule, the city has become a home and a haven for hundreds of thousands in a part of the world that is increasingly uncertain; it offers prosperity, security and tolerance and has not only accomplished a record- breaking economic and social strength but the city is on the continuous path towards further growth and innovation.

Abdul Wahid Al Rostamani, AW Rostamani’s Late Chairman was not only a prosperous businessman but also a true, inspirational leader who cared about his employees and the community. Without his leadership, AW Rostamani wouldn’t be where it is today. Abdul Wahid’s ideals and attributes can be felt embedded in the core values of the Group and his passions and lessons remain. The Board of Directors have continued the Late Chairman’s ideologies and they collectively reflect his qualities of integrity, commitment, passion and never being satisfied.

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 The Nissan Motor Company partnership supportive stakeholders, valuable partners the hard working men and women was the true start to this journey and and loyal customers.“ that have helped drive it forward. the organisation is truly thankful for the opportunity to show their ability to “Guided by the philosophies of our Late lead the vehicle industry in the UAE Chairman Abdul Wahid Al Rostamani, we “As the flagship of the AW Rostamani with Nissan. Mr. Michel Ayat, CEO of remain fully committed to continue this Group, it brings me great joy that the Automotive AWR Group states, strong momentum of progress for an even company has associated itself with the greater & prosperous future.” public as a trustworthy and reliable “We are honored to be celebrating the beacon of excellence in the region. Part 50th Anniversary of Arabian Automobiles ‘Commitment and never being satisfied’ of the vision that has allowed such great Company and our long-standing are the two key values AWR’s 4,000+ success at the company can be found partnership with Nissan. employees possess. Customers have in the AW Rostamani Group’s ability remained at the forefront of every decision to provide its consumers with the best and business strategies at AW Rostamani. possible services in order to maintain an The vision of the organization everlasting relationship built on trust and has been to constantly evolve The company have provided their customers with the best possible services loyalty to the brand. The idea that both and become a trusted brand of in order to maintain a consistent level of brand and consumer are part of the same choice for the citizens of UAE quality which has resulted in developed family. As the New Year approaches and and to enrich lives by providing relationships built on trust and brand yet another chapter closes, I look forward loyalty. to what 2018 will bring for both AAC and world class products & services the AW Rostamani Group,” said Khalid that add real value to the nation’s Al Rostamani, Vice Chairman of AW The Arabian Automobile ambitious growth. Rostamani. Company’s history of successes in “We are humbled by the support we have the region are a true testament to Subsequently, the company would like to received over the past 50 years from our the passion and perseverance of give thanks to their loyal customers. AAC know their customers, who they are, their

12 needs, their expectations and behaviours and it is their top priority to ensure that the company stays ahead of trends and the fast-moving digital age. It gives AAC and the wider Group, AWR great pride to be part of the fastest growing metropolis in the world, and to have witnessed and contributed to its astounding transformation. Along with the nation, AWR have grown to become one of the most progressive and innovative business houses in the region, and a beacon for excellence in the Middle East and beyond. While the organisation reaches their 50th anniversary, they are proud to have accomplished a leading success story in the region, however the journey continues on an exciting road to scale more heights and to enrich the lives of people.

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The New 2018 NISSAN X-Trail Nothing Can Hold You Back MUSCULAR STYLING SCULPTED IN Create some best-in-class envy. Go STEEL AND CHROME ahead and demand more. X-TRAIL delivers, with best-in-class front head New muscular styling and bold room and the supreme comfort of design, sculpted in steel and chrome fatigue-reducing Zero Gravity front with new headlamps and 19” alloy seats. There’s a 2nd row that slides wheels, the new 2018 Nissan X-TRAIL and reclines, so you can adjust for is a force to be reckoned with. maximum leg room, more cargo space, or anywhere in between. Adventure gets a stylish new look And with available tasteful touches Wow the family. Combining 4x4 like Power Panoramic Moonroof, capability with sharp, premium style, and leather-appointed seats, this is this SUV is a real stunner. one natural, relaxed, and decidedly upscale environment. • Great presence – a bold attitude of muscle and steel. Out of this world • V-motion Grille – Athletic and Take X-TRAIL’s inspired design further Assertive. Adventure is calling. with an available quilted leather- • 19” Aluminum-Alloy Wheels – appointed interior and dual zone Roll out in style with brand new automatic temperature control. alloy wheels Maintain your ideal climate - • Chrome Door Sills – Let sculpted Independent temperature controls for body and impressive profile shine the right and left sides of the vehicle • Power Panoramic Sunroof – allow both driver and passenger to X-TRAIL gives a panoramic view personally adjust their level of air- of your surroundings. conditioned comfort.

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LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 you if it detects any vehicles in the blind spot area behind your car. • Intelligent emergency braking - This system keeps an eye on your speed and proximity to the vehicle ahead of you, warning you if you need to slow down. It can also apply braking if you fail to respond. If a collision is unavoidable, this feature will engage the brakes to help reduce the speed and severity of impact. • Rear cross traffic alert - Back out of a space more safely. Rear Cross Traffic Alert warns you of a vehicle sneaking up on you when you’re reversing.

Drive more like a pro X-TRAIL is equipped with technology that works behind the scenes to give you more control and a smoother ride.

• Intelligent trace control- Keep cool when cornering. This system adjusts brake pressure on individual wheels to help keep Rear air vents - Now even 2nd-row future. And it’s a future already taking you on an optimal line through passengers can feel the breeze of shape in the Nissan you drive today. turns. air-conditioned comfort thanks to • Intelligent ride control - Don’t standard air vents mounted behind the Set it once and go with the flow mind the bumps! This system front centre console. Unlike traditional systems that only applies subtle braking to prevent maintain a set speed, X-TRAIL’s unpleasant upper body motion A WHOLE NEW LEVEL OF available intelligent cruise control over bumps and enhance ride CONFIDENCE -MEET YOUR NEW also helps maintain an adjustable set comfort for all the family. PARTNER distance between you and the car in • Intelligent brake control - Feel front of you. As traffic slows down the curve. Through a light bend, Nissan Intelligent Mobility transforms or speeds up, the new 2018 Nissan this system controls the automatic X-TRAIL from just a car into your X-TRAIL can respond accordingly. transmission as though you’re responsive partner, always looking out driving a manual. It shifts down for you and those around you. • Intelligent cruise control gives you to smoothly decelerate going in, a real comfort for long trips and then shifts back up to accelerate A bolder ride through life confidence knowing your X-TRAIL your way out. Nissan Intelligent Mobility is is always alert • Intelligent 4X4 - Off road or on redefining the way we power, drive • See more around you – Thanks to road, it maximizes tyre traction. and integrate our cars in society. And four cameras, AVM gives you a Utilizing a computer and sensors, it’s making our ride through life more virtual 360 bird’s eye view of your the intelligent system measures confident and thrilling every day. surroundings with selectable split- wheel slip and instantly distributes Intelligent Mobility guides everything screen close-ups of the front and torque, with up to 50% on the we do. We’re using new technologies rear and kerbside. rear wheel. to transform cars from mere driving • Blind spot warning - Imagine machines into partners. Together the changing lanes with more journey is more confident, connected, confidence. This system warns and exciting. It’s all in the very near

18 TECHNOLOGY THAT AMPS UP can tell you the pressure of each all your music, Facebook and Online ADVENTURE one. Google Search, X-TRAIL is your • Bluetooth Audio – The music smartphone’s best friend. Elevate the experience playing through your smartphone From staying in touch and connected is displayed track-by-track on Cargo made easy with the motion wherever you go to filling the cabin instrument panel activated Liftgate innovation that with rich, beautiful sound, you’ll • Trip Computer – Check you gives you a hand experience adventure on a whole stats, from your speed, fuel Got your hands full? No worries! Just new level with X-TRAIL’s advanced consumption and distance to swing your foot under the centre of technology. empty, nothing will escape you. the bumper with your intelligent key • Average L/100km – With instant in your pocket and the Liftgate will Advanced drive-assist display – and average fuel economy open in seconds. Innovation that’s right in front of you available at a glance, its east to Feel more confident and focused see how well you’re doing. • Cargo System - This class- with all your driving information in • Compass – Always know which exclusive system lets you adapt one central location on a 5” colour direction you’re travelling, thanks X-TRAIL’s cargo space instantly display. to the compass right in front of with an adjustable set of shelves you and dividers. • Drive Modes – Keep an eye on • Secret Spot- Create a long, flat • Turn-by-turn directions- reaching your drive mode – eco, normal or floor for big items or access you destination is faster and sport underfloor storage for things you simpler, thanks to easy-to-follow want to hide. directions right in front of your Sync up with NISSANCONNECT – • The Lowdown- Lower your floor eyes on the instrument Your world at your fingertips to create added height to fit in • Tyre Pressure – The system lets Thanks to the New NissanConnect those taller items. you know if a tyre gets low and with Navigation and Mobile Apps for

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 What if parallel parking was easier? Monitor A rearview monitor is great when Intelligent technologies are designed backing up – but when it comes to to help monitor conditions. Like a parking, it’s nice to see more than just warning to let you know when a what’s behind you. That’s why X-TRAIL vehicle is in the blind spot area, or offers the available Intelligent Around a system that helps ensure you’re View Monitor. Four cameras give travelling on properly inflated tyres. you a virtual 360° bird’s-eye view of your vehicle, with selectable split- Available Features: screen close-ups of the front, rear, • Intelligent Emergency Braking and curbside views, so you can get (I-EB) a better look. And since all obstacles • Blind Spot Warning (BSW) aren’t stationary (shopping carts, • Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) we’re talking to you), Moving Object • Moving Object Detection (MOD Detection keeps an eye around your • Tyre Pressure Monitoring System X-TRAIL and can warn you about (TPMS) with class-exclusive moving objects detected in your • Easy-Fill Tyre Alert vicinity. • TPMS lets you know when a tyre unexpected obstacle, these standard is low. And Easy-Fill Tire Alert technologies help you respond to a Innovation that looks out for you takes the guesswork out of filling potentially harmful situation. Vehicle What if you had the confidence you your tyres, with a beep of the horn Dynamic Control (VDC) helps you need for every part of your drive? The when you’ve reached the correct maintain your steered path. Traction Nissan Safety Shield philosophy is a pressure. Control System (TCS) helps reduce comprehensive approach to safety wheel spin in low-traction situations. that guides the engineering and Active Safety Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps development of every vehicle we Whether you need to hit the brakes you maintain steering control around make. hard or maneuver around an

20 obstacles while braking heavily. Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) sends extra force to the rear brakes when you have additional weight of passengers or cargo in the back. Brake Assist helps apply maximum braking force if it detects hard braking and senses you are in an emergency situation.

Passive Safety Six Standard Airbag (SL Grade). Nissan Advanced Airbag System (AABS) has dual-stage supplemental front airbags with seat-belt and occupant- classification sensors. In addition, X-TRAIL features driver and front passenger seat-mounted side impact supplemental airbags along with roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental airbags with rollover for maximum efficiency. Auto Mode • Straight ahead - The Active sensor. constantly monitors conditions and Brake Limited Slip system senses adjusts the balance of power between wheelspin and applies braking PERFORMANCE front and rear wheels for best traction. pressure onto any slipping wheels, Adventure-ready, smartly packaged Challenging conditions? 4WD Lock while redirecting power to the and fuel efficient Mode is your choice. wheels with the best traction. • Corner confidently - Active Petrol engine – Spirited performance Chassis Control – Helping you Trace Control helps improve The Nissan X-TRAIL powers every respond performance when you take a adventure with a spirited 4-cylinder When you need to react quickly, corner. It reads the cornering 2.5L engine that kicks out 169 HP at these standard technologies help you situation and, if needed, can 6,000 rpm and 233 Nm at 4,000 rpm. to safely avoid a potentially harmful brake each wheel individually to Nissan’s innovative CVT variable valve situation. help you steer through the turn system ensures high torque output at with confidence. low revs and improved fuel economy. • Smooth operator - Whether you’re slowing for a corner or coming XTRONIC CVT to a stop, Active Engine Braking Open up a bigger, bolder world. Get Nissan’s innovative CVT (Continuously uses the CVT transmission to there in a redesigned crossover that Variable Transmission) eliminates apply engine braking to help give brings an aggressive new look to fixed-gear ratios and thus the need for smoother deceleration and a more consistent capability. Gain confidence gear-hunting. Instead, CVT keeps the confident feel when braking. with new intelligent safety tech, which engine at optimal revs for excellent • Fear no bump - With Active Ride keeps an eye out on every part of acceleration and fuel economy. Control, the Nissan X-TRAIL can your drive. Load up in a snap with an automatically apply braking and interior that complements adventure. Intelligent 4X4 – Prepared for what adjust engine torque after you hit Where to? Call up directions, friends, lies ahead a bump to smooth out your ride. and your favourite driving jam at the Whether it’s a night out on the city or • Forward not backwards - When touch of a button. The new 2018 a camping trip in the woods, Nissan starting on steep hills from a stop, Nissan X-TRAIL. Slide into gear and X-TRAIL’s Intelligent 4X4 adapts Hill Start Assist will help keep you explore a life of possibilities. to the task at hand. With Nissan from rolling backwards. It holds X-TRAIL’s Intelligent 4X4, you’ve got brake pressure for a few seconds, a system that’s capable on-road and allowing you time to switch from off. You can choose full-time 2WD the brake pedal to the accelerator.

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Evolving Real Estate Developments into Sustainable Lifestyle Hubs

With Vision 2021 on the horizon, the AW Rostamani Group (AWR) has set clear UAE is setting out to achieve the perfect energy saving goals across all sectors balance between economic and social of the group. In collaboration with the expansion. The National Agenda Group’s Real Estate arm and the Group focuses on improving the quality of air, Property Development Department, fast preserving water resources, increasing advancements in sustainable development the contribution of clean energy and can be seen across all the group’s implementing green growth plans. companies.

To ensure sustainable development while This quarter saw Al Rostamani Real also conserving the environment, the UAE Estate work with large energy saving is building several sustainable cities that organizations such as Siemens and conserve energy and harness renewable Johnsons Control to help accomplish its energy using technology and architectural goals. Using intelligent designs and new designs. technology from its partners, the company along with Group Property Development Aligning itself with were able to showcase modern living government initiatives, environments that cater to large, dense populations with fewer resources.

A recent report by Siemens stated that ‘Buildings represent 40%

26 of primary energy use globally, and energy units in AWR properties with LED lighting consumption in buildings is projected and Halogens supplied by our lighting to rise sustainably. This provides a few technology arm, AW Rostamani Lumina. challenges that need to be taken into Collectively, Al Rostamani Real Estate consideration when thinking about energy manages more than 2.5 million square feet efficiency and sustainable buildings.’ of residential and prime commercial space For instance, we are seeing increasing and therefore this strategy with this change resource scarcity, legal risks and growing will have a large impact on the reduction operating costs as well as different of electrical consumption for the Group requirements from different stakeholders. and help contribute to the overall energy AWR’s real estate developments have savings of the city. benefited from not only long-term, lower energy costs but also from a higher As modern society becomes conscious of building value and a positive public protecting the planet and its future, new contribution and sentiment. methods to bring forward sustainable outcomes arise. The current state of Energy efficiency projects to date have the global climate and the continuing included using energy efficient AC units depletion of natural resources means that and solar power generation technologies preserving the environment must be at the which can save up to 60% of the forefront of our thinking. AW Rostamani is building’s energy requirements. proud to contribute to the environment in the most efficient ways possible. In addition to this, Al Rostamani Real Estate is replacing To find out more visit awrostamani.com all lighting and learn how you can create a more sustainable lifestyle with AWR.

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Features

Shift Technologies and Google Announce Partnership to Provide Cloud Based Services in the Middle East Customers will have access to Google’s latest technology in artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data and data analytics

Shift Technologies and Google Cloud Speaking about the partnership, Yousef the world is available to clients within have announced a partnership to provide AlBarkawie – CEO Shift Technologies the Middle East. customers in the Middle East market with said, “It is an honor to have been chosen The partnership with Google and Shift Google’s latest technology in artificial by Google as a partner reiterating Shift Technologies will provide customers in intelligence, machine learning, big data Technologies’ professionalism, ability to the Middle East access to Google Cloud and data analytics through its Cloud. work with a list of prestigious clients, and for secure, global, high performance and The move sees Shift Technologies, AWR’s our track record of successfully delivering cost- effective services all by utilising big technology arm, bring this service to the complex and highly advanced projects. data to find answers easily and build better Middle East providing its customers with products. access to Google’s very own infrastructure With this partnership, Shift ensuring fast, reliable, scalable, secure, Technologies has ensured that the and constantly updated services. best and most advanced technology in Abdel Wahed Bendaoua – Abdel Wahed

30 Bendaoua, Head of Channels Middle- Google’s cloud platform is a scalable East & Africa - Google Cloud, “Our infrastructure mainly aimed at developers latest partnership with Shift Technologies who want to build and deploy new apps, allows us to continue delivering on our migrate existing loads or develop the commitment of providing enterprises solutions of tomorrow. Accessible via any in this market with Google’s latest device anywhere in the world, the cloud technology. Organisations of all sizes here offers services for backend, mobile, and in the Middle East are becoming ever web solutions making it a popular digital increasingly tech savvy and we are glad to solution for a variety of users. Google be able to cater to this.” Cloud has been named as a leader in the Forrester Wave Report: Insight Platforms- Together, Google Cloud and Shift as-a-service for Q3 2017, and received Technologies are able to empower the highest score among all the evaluated local technology leaders and every vendors in both the current offerings and day business to achieve their ‘smart’ strategy categories. The report evaluated eight vendors against 36 criteria of insight needs. platform-as-a-service (PaaS) providers. Google Cloud will allow customers in For more information about the the Middle East to grow from prototype to partnership please visit Shift-technologies. production to planet-scale, without having com and Google.com/cloud to think about capacity, reliability or performance. Customers will only pay for what they use and have the option to scale up and down across the platform with a click of a button.

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 Product Review

Romance by Italian Artisans

It’s the season for romance. Be sure that All jewellery is kept for a lifetime, but to follow codes set by others, and instead you are sending the right hints in his it’s the jewellery that she keeps close to has created new ones. As it happens for direction after researching what it is that her heart that means the world. Invest in modern art, VHERNIER’s inspiration brings you truly desire this year. If you are buying jewellery that holds meaning, treasures together a contemporary spirit with the for someone special, then ensure your memory, represents love and reflects the strength of ancestral forms, imprinted in gift has meaning and best represents the beauty of the beholder. the memory of each one of us. beauty of the receiver. Since its birth, Vhernier has been Date not to be forgotten: Life Enriched looks to Vhernier for wonderfully nonconformist. Almost as Valentine’s Day, February 14th inspiration as they share a look into their a “form of resistance” to fashions and inspiration behind their Italian artisan commercial business, to platitudes and jewellery and their most iconic designs. imitations, VHERNIER has always refused

The Icons PIROUETTE

The first VHERNIER ring is also the first ring cut in a diagonal or bias, following the hand’s shape. An idea born from the desire to create a ring with a non-trivial look.

And in fact, no one had yet thought of making a ring on the bias, that is, one that accompanies the inner part of the finger. Received with great astonishment in 1990, it became the emblem of VHERNIER’s prodigious capacity for invention and the nonconformist side of the brand. It’s classic yet bold, for a woman who is confident, strong and creative in nature.

ABBRACCIO

An unusual overlapping and interlacing was performed, taking its shape into the compact and soft form that we all know. In the search for an abstract shape that arches and closes over on the opposite side, the warmth of a hug (abbraccio) comes to mind.

A feat, a totally asymmetrical ring, born from observing a ball of wool from all sides and trying all the possible and imaginable weaving and braiding patterns. Thus, as it is almost impossible to capture with an image all the details of its plasticity, pictures seem to produce a slightly flat version of this work of art.

32 TOURBILLON

A dynamic composition, with a force that seems to be in perennial movement. Like a whirlwind of emotions.

For the passionate kind of love, that oozes beauty and elegance.

PLATEAU

An archetypal form, a ring with an essential design, strong and compact.

Made for someone who walks into any room and immediately owns that room with their presence. But also for the proud nurturer, who wears their heart on their sleeve.

CAMURATION

As it often happens with the VHERNIER style, nature is the inspiration for this ring, whose shape was suggested by a laurel leaf folded around a finger. TRE RE. For that special lady who is touched by nature. The desire to experiment with a perfectly spherical shape had first taken the creative process towards a cluster of grapes. The research went on, to something lighter, and more sophisticated.

The “Tre Re” (three kings), a sculptural ring, was born, with its very regal personality.

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 CALLA.

It’s an ancestral shape, sculpted into our collective minds and recalled in our collective memories. That single element, repeated, has become one of the most iconic Vhernier jewels: the Calla.

Mon Jeu.

A spectacular chain whose links are inspired by paper rings, such as those that children make into light paper chains. A soft and light shape, rigorous at the same time.

A power lady with elegance? She will love this statement piece.

SORPRESA

The line that’s the most deeply representative of Vhernier’s savoir faire, was inspired by one of the jeweller’s instruments, the craftsman’s steel shaper, VAGUE. the “dima”. One element that creativity has transfigured into a family of bracelets The “Vague” earrings have the with a complex simplicity, composed of characteristic distinctiveness of the brand, various links that alternate with each other, having been designed to accompany the very precious and understated, and that face’s contours. Simple yet sophisticated, once worn, reveal their stones or their with their domed surface, they give off a precious pavé diamonds hidden between wonderful brightness. Surprising and anti- their links. conformist, VHERNIER loves to offer this pair of earrings in colours and materials She likes to add a touch of flare to her that are different from each other. outfit, whilst remaining fabulous and elegant all at once. This one’s for her.

34 FLOWERS

The Flowers Collection is VHERNIER’s expression of Haute Jewellery. Like the very rare flowers that bloom only once, “Flowers” by Vhernier are unique pieces; each piece is imagined and conceived by Carlo Traglio himself, starting with an individual, extraordinary stone, that must possess exceptional characteristics in luminosity, colour and purity. It’s about working with often very unusual stones - such as Spinels, Tanzanites, Mandarin Garnets or Tourmalines that, due to their larger dimensions and the absence of any inclusions, are very rarely found. Eclisse. Gift her with flowers the exceptional, everlasting way Vhernier’s true passion for architecture and contemporary art come forth in the Eclisse (Eclipse) ring. A clear cut creates two faces that reflect towards each other, revealing the magnificent colour of the stones, made brighter by a thin layer of rock crystal, or diamonds.

Fuseau.

An antique memory recall, the Fuseau is the idealisation of the spindle once used to make wool. A perfect shape, perceptible in the earrings, for which a similar shaped pendant was created. For the ring, the spindle was created on a bias to ergonomically accompany the contours of the hand.

Blue Velvet.

This extraordinary jewel was born from the desire to create a neverbefore-seen necklace, a contemporary gorgère able to softly adapt to any neck. The inspiration comes from the forms of the marina tridacna, a seashell, and from the waves of water that wash over it. Capturing the flow of that movement was made possible a brand that has always created its own The showstopper. thanks to the lightness of titanium, the codes and, regardless of fashion, is able to “poor” and beautiful material, combined always be madly current. with a cascade of diamonds: the epitome of chic. An aesthetic shock and a wonderful demonstration of intuition, as it should be with the innovative spirit of

Features

BCD Travel Reports Corporate Social Responsibility Achievements

With annual revenues of US$57 million, A newly released report details how BCD management company to join the United BCD Travel LLC is one of the United Arab Travel reduced its environmental footprint, Nations Global Compact. With more than Emirates’ leading travel providers. AW improved corporate health and safety, 8,000 participating companies from more Rostamani proudly partnered with BCD engaged in more sustainably focused than 160 countries, the Global Compact Travel in 2006 and since then we have supplier partnerships, and enhanced consists of 10 principles in the four areas enjoyed observing the brand’s continuous its ethical conduct controls. The list of of human rights, labor standards, the success. The Group firmly sets high CSR achievements led to BCD Travel becoming environment, and anti-corruption with goals and greener initiatives throughout the first travel management company which companies should rigorously the organisation and celebrates our to earn an EcoVadis’ gold rating for comply. company’s grand achievements. This year sustainability. we have seen BCD Travel accomplish BCD Travel also adheres to GRI G4 core impressive corporate social responsibility BCD Travels’s 2017 Corporate Social guidelines, an internationally recognized achievements in sustainability, the Responsibility Report charts the company’s reporting standard that enables businesses community and their employee CSR journey and recent successes. In to communicate the sustainability-related experience. 2008, BCD Travel was the first travel impact of their operations. The company

38 has formalized its CSR practices and objectives, incorporating them into broader business goals defined by its corporate strategic direction.

We all understand our responsibility to ensure the work we do and services we provide are in sync with being a good corporate citizen, said Kathy Jackson, BCD Travel Executive Vice President. “The 2017 Corporate Social Responsibility Report provides qualitative and quantifiable measurement of our performance in doing that— throughout our company and in the communities where we do business around the world.” CSR ratings for global supply chains. In underlying component of everything it achieving its gold CSR ranking, BCD Travel does, Jackson said. The report shares specific progress in improved upon its previous year’s score by BCD Travel’s focus areas, which include: 15%. governance & business ethics, health & It’s part of who we are as an safety, environment, supplier sustainability, organization. In addition to BCD Travel’s year-over-year improvement service performance, global energy saving was driven by a handful of key initiatives, bolstering our reputation as a program and workplace practices. including: great company to do business Over the last year, BCD Travel’s CSR with, that approach has also won • Establishment of a new sustainability achievements were recognized by leading us recognition as one of the best reporting format organizations, including: employers to work for. • Defined quantitative objectives • The Global Business Travel In late August last year, BCD Travel Association (GBTA) awarded BCD became the first travel management • Detailed Global Reporting Initiative Travel a Project ICARUS Sustainability company to reach for and achieve (GRI) reporting Outstanding Achievement Award silver accreditation from Investors in People, a globally recognized workplace • Implementation of a certified • Forbes ranked BCD Travel among one ratings firm. The GBTA Foundation’s global management system for of America’s Best Mid-Size Employers Project ICARUS recognized BCD environmental, health & safety for the third year in a row Travel as recipient of the Sustainability Outstanding Achievement Award in the The EcoVadis methodology examines • Travel Magazine, a leading European Travel Intermediary category twice for 21 criteria across four themes of travel trade publication, honored BCD its sustainability efforts. BCD Travel also Environment, Fair labor practices, ethics/ Travel with the title of “Best Business is partnering with GBTA in building a fair business practices, and supply chain. Travel Agency 2016” in Belgium new self-assessment tool that will allow Based on international CSR standards, and Luxembourg. In addition, corporate travel buyers to benchmark the methodology includes the Global they awarded BCD Travel with the the maturity level of their company’s Reporting Initiative, the United Nations Innovation Award for its entry on the sustainability program. Global Compact, and the ISO 26000, TripSource Hotels application. covering 150 spend categories and 140 Our Group message is ‘Enriching Lives’, countries. GRI is the the world’s most And in October 2017, BCD Travel we aspire to do this in everything that we widely used sustainability framework. earned a gold ranking in an independent do and to our best ability. We congratulate assessment measuring its corporate BCD Travel on their impressive CSR More than 30,000 companies use social responsibility performance — the achievements and aim to maintain EcoVadis to reduce risk, drive innovation only travel management company to this level of success throughout our and foster transparency and trust between achieve the top rating for two consecutive organisation’s contributions to a greener trading partners. years. The ranking places BCD Travel in planet and a healthier sustainable future. Rather than approaching corporate social the top 1% of all suppliers assessed by responsibility as an independent set of EcoVadis, the world’s leading platform for goals, BCD Travel regards CSR as an

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 Product Review

40 INFINITI Welcome to the new QX80 Empowering Inclusive Luxury

The new INFINITI QX80 takes and confidence at the wheel. The new INFINITI’s ‘Powerful Elegance’ design INFINITI QX80 has been designed language in a bold new direction, and engineered to allow customers to creating a powerful, contemporary travel everywhere in luxury. and commanding aesthetic. The QX80 has a refined and spacious cabin Harness the road’s boundless that features high-quality materials, potential, as well as your own, in a hand-crafted finish and advanced the QX80. Exceptional capability drive-assist technologies. With a taut inspired design and a luxurious yet comfort-oriented suspension and expanse converge for an experience ample performance from its 5.6-liter that challenges the limits of your next V8 engine, the new QX80 gives journey. drivers an assured feeling of control

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 PERFORMANCE & POWER BOLD DRIVING POWER DESIGN & STYLING

Command the power of a 400hp, 5.6-liter Seize control of the roads that stretch out The QX80’s aggressive profile gives it V8 engine with a suite of technologies that in front of you with a 5.6-liter V8 engine an undeniably refined and sophisticated provides confidence and control on any with 400hp and 560nm at 4,000 rpm of edge. From its striking exterior lines to the road. torque intricately stitched fabric of its interior, the QX80 was designed to command • Suspension that commands the road • Balancing responsiveness and power- attention. - connect with the road like never balancing power and environmental before with INFINITI’s advanced performance, Variable Valve Event • Designed for the driven – a powerful Hydraulic Body Motion Control and Lift (VVEL) regulates airflow at synthesis of performance, design, system. Embrace luxurious comfort the intake valve, delivering smooth safety and connectivity gives you with a suspension that adjusts for responsiveness, better fuel efficiency, everything you need to master your smooth flat turns without body-roll or and lower emissions. next journey. lean. • Acceleration swell- the QX80’s • Designed for limitless luxury - with its • Power, redirected - command Acceleration Swell gradually builds distinctive lines, an impressive interior the QX80’s power, no matter the engine torque as you gain speed to expanse and finely crafted premium conditions. 4-Wheel Active Brake unleash a smooth, continual rush of details, the QX80 defies the limits Limited Slip senses excessive power. of comfort and surrounds up to 8 wheel spin and compensates by • Effortless acceleration - connect with passengers in luxury. automatically redirecting power to your ride through the QX80’s 7-speed • QX80 design and styling - the your other wheels. automatic transmission. Adaptive QX80’s aggressive profile gives it an • Confident handling - navigate with Shift Control (ASC) responds with undeniably refined and sophisticated complete confidence. All-Mode 4WD performance when you need it, so edge. From its striking exterior lines continually adjusts power between you can focus on the journey. to the intricately stitched fabric of its your front and rear wheels to control interior, the QX80 was designed to any road condition. command attention.

42 EXTERIOR • Double-Arche grille - taller and wider, CARGO SPACE the new double-arch grille arrests COMMANDING PRESENCE the eye with chrome and a 3D wave • Share the journey - Invite the whole The QX80 features striking new additions pattern. Drive on with a more fluid crew to experience the QX80’s to its unmistakable exterior. Arresting lines profile, as wildly contemporary design comfort. Legroom-rich standard follow the arc of a wider grille frame with meets your smoothest ride. seating to accommodate 8 passengers a chrome finisher along the edges of the with the Split Bench Seat Package. new, larger 22-inch wheel design. INTERIOR • Expanded cargo options - Make room for much more with folding second • Inspired headlight design - catch THE EMBODIMENT OF LUXURY and third row seats that create 95.1 onlookers’ eyes as you illuminate the cubic feet of cargo space. road ahead with INFINITI’s signature • Indulge in the upscale comfort and eye-inspired LED headlights. Blast artistry of the QX80. Luxurious SAFETY & CONTROL through the darkness with LED fog interior details and advanced Seize control of the road with advanced lights – the road has nothing to hide technologies for all three rows mean safety technologies designed for a from you. an unforgettable ride for up to 8 commanding drive. No matter which • Daring new wheel design - cast passengers. direction your journey takes, you’re in with dark silver paint or forged with • Intricate stitching - incomparable control with the QX80. premium liquid metal paint, the tailoring, distinctive new colors, QX80’s new wheel design in 22-inch and high-caliber craftsmanship lend EXPAND YOUR AWARENESS sizes are as striking as the rest of the refinement to the QX80’s already Avoid danger on all sides. The QX80 vehicle. generous interior appointments. is loaded with a suite of driver assist • Rear tailgate - along with new • Plush quilted seats - Intricately technologies designed to warn you of taillights, chrome bar and rear stitched seat faces give visual depth danger — sometimes before you even see bumper, the redesigned tailgate boasts and comfort throughout the QX80. it. striking, unrelenting lines — for style Heightened luxury converges with that’s undeniable from any angle. artful design to provide an indulgent EXPLORE DRIVE ASSIST TECHNOLOGIES experience. • Intelligent cruise control - Set your speed and following distance, and let Intelligent Cruise Control not only maintain but automatically adjust your speed to adapt to the traffic flow. • Distance control assist - Distance Control Assist is an industry-first system that intuitively helps the driver release the throttle and apply the brakes during changing traffic conditions. • Predictive forward collision warning - The Predictive Forward Collision Warning system can warn the driver with visual and audible cues if there’s a risk of a frontal collision. It can even sense if the second vehicle ahead decelerates. • Blind spot intervention and warning - Expand your periphery with Blind Spot Intervention and Warning. Sensors detect when someone enters your blind spot. If you move to change lanes, the system will give you a warning before a brief steering or slight braking input guides you back into position. • Backup collision intervention - Backup Collision Intervention can help you avoid a collision. As you reverse, the system senses what might

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 sit beyond your line of sight, warning you if an approaching vehicle or large object is detected behind your vehicle, and applying the brakes if impact is imminent.

• Lane departure warning and prevention - The innovative Lane Departure Warning and Prevention system monitors lane markings and can warn you if you start to drift. If the drift continues, the system will ease you back toward the center of your lane.

44 Active Head Restraints can move forward • MAKE THE ROAD YOUR OWN immediately to add extra support to your - From starting the engine as you head and reduce the impact on your neck. approach, to preparing your seat, Pre-crash seatbelts - Prepare for the worst steering wheel and mirrors, to your with the best in safety technology. If your driving preferences, Intelligent Key QX80 detects either emergency braking delivers the ultimate in personalized or your vehicle’s Intelligent Brake Assist, luxury. the tightening of pre-crash seatbelts can improve your control and prepare you for The new QX80 arrives at a moment of an impact. opportunity for INFINITI and is designed to further enhance the brand’s profile. Smart rearview mirror - See beyond The new model will occupy a unique passengers, cargo and darkness for the position in its class, boasting a truly clearest view as you back up. The flip of modern exterior design, a cabin designed a switch transforms your rearview mirror around the concept of inclusivity and into an embedded LCD display that gives engaged relaxation for all occupants, you an enhanced view from a wide-angle, and technologies engineered to high-resolution rear-facing camera. maximize safety, comfort and on-board entertainment. CONNECTIVITY A distinctive, powerful luxury SUV, • Discover integrated technologies enabling all passengers to travel that bring navigation, security and everywhere in luxury. The new model has entertainment within easy reach. The been created to meet the needs of today’s QX80’s intuitive system connects you luxury car buyers and introduces a more to every aspect of your journey. modern interpretation of upscale luxury to • IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT the full-size SUV segment. It will appeal • BOSE® premium sound system - to a buyer that wants for nothing: affluent, Immerse yourself in a total sonic high-achieving entrepreneurs and business experience with BOSE® Premium leaders, often with families, who demand Sound System 5.1 CH, 15 speakers space and utility, hand-crafted quality and and stream music from a compatible modern design, and effortless on-road Bluetooth® device, radio or connect performance. INFINITI customers enjoy your phone with the available USB using technology and innovations to make port — the soundscape is yours to their lives more enjoyable and hassle-free. choose. • Second-row entertainment system - Give your passenger’s total freedom with a Rear Seat Entertainment system with dual 8-inch QHD screens that lets them watch videos or play games independently. With a HDMI port, USB ports on both sides of the system’s controls, every passenger can make the trip their own. • Forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection - With Forward DRIVER CONNECTIVITY Emergency Braking, sensors watch for vehicles in the lane ahead of you. • INFINITI INTOUCH™ - makes your If you need to slow, the accelerator world flow. It integrates navigation, pedal pushes up and the brakes are convenience, security, and applied to help minimize a collision entertainment into a dash-mounted, — or possibly prevent one — looking state-of-the-art system. out for those inside your vehicle and • CLIMATE, CONTROLLED - The QX80 pedestrians who enter your path. takes charge of your comfort with climate-controlled front seats and ADDITIONAL SAFETY FEATURES automatic adjustments to ambient Front seat active head restraints - Let temperatures and vehicle speed — so your front seat headrests do more than you can focus on the drive. support you. In the event of an accident,

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 TheyThey callcall itit Disruption,Disruption, wewe callcall itit Opportunity.Opportunity. Shift Technologies, ushering the era of The Digital Integrator.

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Product Review

AUTOTRUST - One Year in Review

In less than one year, AW Rostamani and in Sharjah and was inaugurated by AW short span of 10 months, AUTOTRUST AUTOTRUST have successfully managed Rostamani Automotive CEO Mr. Michel has acquired over 25 fleet accounts. In to impact the UAE automotive scene. Ayat, on August 10, 2017. Since then the addition to this, AUTOTRUST has also Born out of the desire to create a multi- brand has consistently ensured that its introduced multiple new products and brand service center capable of serving all customers receive the highest quality of services such as air condition treatments, customers, AUTOTRUST has extended the services. As the brand approaches its one performance enhancers and a wide range award-winning services of the AWR Group year anniversary, AUTOTRUST Multi- of car-care products. to all makes and models of cars. brand Service Center in Sharjah is now on a path of expansion and has its sights set Luigi Rubinacci, Director of Strategic Operating 24/7 in Dubai and Sharjah to on Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates Ventures states, ‘ receive and deliver vehicles around the in 2018. clock, AUTOTRUST promises affordable The key to success is definitely services, assuring quality, genuine parts The brand has signed contracts with the quality of the work offered and convenience for all customers. major insurance companies in the AUTOTRUST serves all vehicle owners in region and has begun receiving vehicles at AUTOTRUST with unmatched the UAE with the same passion and drive of various brands and makes. They prices. At AUTOTRUST only the AW Rostamani organisation has been have also signed contracts with key genuine parts are used and most built upon. Government Departments and SMEs; importantly, we offer fair prices ensuring that AUTOTRUST is not just a AUTOTRUST opened its doors in player in the market, but a benchmark which cannot be matched. conjunction with the used-car division in the automotive service industry. In a

50 With expansion comes new methods of reaching out to customers. AUTOTRUST understands the need to focus on digital marketing, and thus are currently undergoing digital advancements by firstly developing a new dynamic website and mobile app. The mobile App will eventually become the most simplified medium to access AUTOTRUST. Not only will it offer insight into current deals and promotions but it will also enable customers to book a rental car should their existing car be in the repair shop.

Customers today are more knowledgeable about the automotive industry and everything associated with it. This highlights the need to be more transparent with customers ensuring a network of trust is built allowing for the best possible The AUTOTRUST vision started two years relationship. AUTOTRUST has kept its ago as an initial masterful idea and today it promise to provide the best service quality, is a reality with over four locations across timely delivery, and most important the UAE and set expansion plans to grow customer experience. All accident and to further locations. As a proven service repair jobs are executed using most provider for a wide range of cars trusted by sophisticated machinery available in the its customers, the future looks bright in the market and in addition AUTOTRUST service industry for AUTOTRUST. With uses only genuine parts. The technicians a new app expected to roll out next year, are the masters of their own skills and the digital push will advance the brand to expertise. Currently, AUTOTRUST is the reach new target audience: the intelligent only multi-brand service center network customer who is always connected, in the Emirates with facilities open 24/7 in compares market prices and who seeks convenient locations. convenience.

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FUSION COLLECTION

THE DUBAI MALL I +971 (04) 3232753 I [email protected] Executive Interview

54 Homeware and Jewellery Designs Reminiscent of Works of Art Life Enriched magazine speaks with the creator behind, Ozlem Tuna, the Turkish homeware and jewellery brand that oozes unique, contemporary and elegant designs.

Apartment51 is very proud to collaborate LE: Where do you get your inspiration My jewellery collection is inspired by with a brand that is true to its inspirational from? books. I choose one writer a year and qualities. The brand presents authenticity Ozlem Tuna: Everything inspires me. If I read all their books. For instance, last of origin and design, from production to I had to choose my biggest inspiration year I read Paul Auster, a Jewish American completion all items created by Ozlem are it would be the city of Istanbul. I simply author. Paul Auster’s novel, titled Moon homemade. Ozlem’s work offers authentic adore the culture and experience of Palace inspired my ‘Journey to the Moon’ sculptural aesthetics, reminiscent of works the city. I love the beauty of opposites collection. of art. Istanbul offers from poverty to extreme richness, the clean and the unclean, and It is a beautiful to understand the inner This April, Ozlem Tuna will celebrate the dramatic mix of qualities of life that workings of an artist. Who is your 15 years since the launch of her brand. together live in harmony. The city is a customer, do you think they see the same Since she was a little girl, Ozlem was buzzing transcontinental beauty spot. I am beauty that goes into your work? always making things with her hands, hugely inspired by people and cultures Usually my customers understand the whether her material of chose was mud, which is transmitted into the production design and the quality that goes into my dough or traditional pen and paper Ozlem and designs of my work. pieces. They understand and appreciate knew her future would be filled with the homemade products and they creativity. We met with Ozlem herself at I live by Oliver Sacks quote, recognise the importance of staying away the Apartment51’s concession in Galeries My religion is nature. That’s from mass production. I like to concentrate Layfette, Dubai Mall for a coffee to get on being affordable for my customers, to know her and to learn all about how what arouses those feelings but I don’t believe in mass production she turned her creative passion into an of wonder and mysticism and and I won’t agree to produce my items internationally acclaimed homeware and gratitude in me. outside of Turkey. I want to give back to jewellery brand. my heritage, my country and the people of

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 Turkey. All my pieces are locally designed, I enjoy observing people and how they go What are your favourite items? produced and from local ingredients. about their lives. I watch their behaviours, I don’t have a favourite – it’s the journey I movement and how they use their hands. take that I hold close to my heart. I find it Authenticity is very close to my heart. I I inject those production observations and difficult when a creation comes to an end have to support local sustainability, fair techniques into my products. Modernity is but I understand that I need to channel trade and the people around me. I feel moving at such a rapid rate, and therefore this passion and concentrate on the next this is simply being human. My brand is we need to move with it in order to keep creation. It’s the next idea and nature that appealing to those that are nature-friendly things fresh and interesting. While the keeps you alive. and human-friendly. world changes, so will my products. As mentioned previously, my designs teach How did you transform your concept into This is truly inspirational. Have you and tell stories which keep the brand alive a reality? always been this creative with the same and new. I graduated from Art School in Ozlem in values? ceramic and design in 1993 in Istanbul. I remember where I grew up in a little What are your plans for new products? In 1996, I focused on designing jewellery town with a garden, I use to play with I have been reading books on our and started a role at Urart Company. This mud and when in the kitchen I would Byzantium period and I have fallen in is the time in which a dramatic change play with dough. I use to help my grandad love with the story and Empress Theodora’ occurred in my life. who was a chef and a baker. I would form Life. I will be launching a new collection the dough and make shaped bread, and inspired by the subject. The collection I was sat in a meeting and listening to a desserts. I’ve always been interested in will not be about the Byzantium time or new product collection strategy. I realized, moulding and shaping things. jewellery – it is just the inspiration behind right there and then that I didn’t believe in the collection. Like the creation of a film, the strategy. I was surprised how the need it is all the items together that tell a story. to communicate my true feelings on the Your homeware and jewellery items You end up with a beautiful item that subject overcome me like an unexpected present innovation in terms of their presents all the experience that has been ocean wave that consumed all of me. I had production and style. How have you felt in its creation. to be plainly honest and so, in that same maintained these qualities? meeting I informed everyone that I did

56 not believe the strategy. I ended my role the same day. From here, I was liberated and began to think it was the time to do something on my own. 2 months later I began thinking about it seriously and opened a small studio.

I didn’t have a clue how or where to begin. I spent 5 years learning about business. I focused on building great relationships and later opened a shop near Grand Bazaar. Soon after, a magnificent lady come in and brought everything. The shop was empty. This special customer whilst purchasing my items gave me great advice. She told me that the pieces she liked the most, were the pieces I liked the least, such as the traditional use of the Turkish evil eye. Because I had grown up around traditional Turkish design, I wanted to move away from it, but I learnt that customers wanted to see more of my culture and the patterns from my heritage and thus I began incorporating the inspirations in my work.

Proceeding this, I began taking my work to fairs. I later signed a large coffee cup supplier deal with the W Hotel, as well as the Rixos Hotel Dubai. And today, I am working with the beautiful home concept store, Apartment51. Looking towards the future of the brand, I would love to venture into the food business using organic products all sourced locally.

Find Ozlem Tuna’s homeware items online at Apartment51.com or visit Apartment51 at Galeries Lafayette located in Dubai Mall

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Features

Mobility for Sustainability – Shift Car Rental Becomes First in the Region to Introduce a Green Fleet

60 Last quarter Shift Car Rental introduced AW Rostamani Car Rental is now playing the UAE’S first ever green fleet. A first in a key role in helping the UAE achieve its the region, the company will pioneer the vision in becoming a Green Economy for leasing and renting of electric cars with the Sustainable Development by 2021. cutting edge Renault Zoe that offers a 300 “Following a number of key strategies set km run on a single charge. in motion by the government, AW Ros- tamani Shift Car Rental aims to be at the As a result of the recent Paris Agreement forefront of change and hopes to disrupt on Climate Change and the UAE’s vision the industry in order to gradually reduce for a green economy, the move sees AW the relentless hurting of the very world we Rostamani driving change in dealing with call home”, added Ashish Nanda. greenhouse gas emission which currently adds to (@403.3 parts per million), the The AW Rostamani Shift Green initiative highest ever. is just the beginning of more responsible initiatives that will eventually empower Commenting on the move, Ashish Nanda, end consumers with the wisdom and Sr General Manager, Shift Car Rental said, inspiration to make cautious choices in the “The Shift Green initiative is a testimony to pursuit of more sustainable outcomes. our core values and philosophy. To ensure adaptability while offering a We believe that it should be the seamless customer experience, AW Ros- duty of all responsible organisa- tamani Shift Car Rental is putting together highly incentivised offers on the Leasing/ tions and individuals to play their Renting of its Renault Zoe electric cars. part in fighting climate change. The Renault Zoe range of electric cars, while simple in nature provide the oppor- gious recognitions such as Dubai Quality As the first in the region, we hope this tunity for a significant and unprecedented Appreciation Program (DQAP) & Sheikh initiative involving the Renault Zoe electric shift for the future. Khalifa Excellence Award (SKEA) and cars will be welcomed by all key stake- remains fully committed to providing cus- holders including Government and semi Shift Car Rental is the fastest growing car tomers with a quality car rental & leasing Government entities.” rental company in UAE winning presti- experience.

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Enrich Club - Evolving the way Customers Engage with AW Rostamani Businesses AW Rostamani’s Enrich Club connects its partner businesses, making it easier for customers to interact with all brands whilst providing them with generous awards.

The Enrich Club venture began in full lifestyle benefits from their home, to card less, mobile based coalition loyalty September 2016 when it was decided their car, to their clothes; the benefits for program. In September, Mr. Michel Ayat, that AW Rostamani’s customers should our customers become endless. CEO of AW Rostamani Automotive, be gifted with more rewards than officially released Enrich Club, where the simple road mile points and discounted To begin this journey, the Enrich Club journey now truly begins. services, and to be able to benefit from team met with AWR’s partners to all of the organization’s companies. AW discuss their customer loyalty schemes The last few months have seen the Rostamani is a conglomerate of over 14 and to implement them onto the new beginnings of rewarding AWR customers businesses, which range across many amalgamated platform. Following this, with points. AED 5,000,000+ worth of diverse industries, such as real estate, customer trials were held to test the points have been earnt by AWR customers interior fit-out, technology, lumination, program and the feedback was used to registered on Enrich Club and AED retail and their most renowned business, improve functionalities. By the end of 1,000,000 worth of points were redeemed automotive. Thus, when connecting the August 2016, Enrich Club was ready by customers during the first year of this AWR brands, the customer can achieve to launch the region’s first integrated, journey. The Enrich community today

62 consists of over 150,000 members and their mission is to expand reward options In addition to this, Enrich Club also serves therefore over 12,000 customers have for Enrich Club members through an as a marketing platform that assists AWR enjoyed the convenience of online service external coalition. partners in publishing loyalty campaigns appointment scheduling. for potential and existing customers. As AWR’s core values are integrity, partners, AWR businesses are open to commitment, adding value, never share their ideas and practices through The online product catalog has grown being satisfied, and passion. It is AWR’s promotions. from car accessories to merchandise to commitment to enable convenience for luxurious retail brands, such as Georg their customers to bring them closer to Jensen. Not only does Enrich Club offer their partners which sets them apart. AWR’s partners have a distinct competitive hundreds of products and service vouchers The Group believes in the power and advantage through the Enrich Club online, but customers can now enjoy importance of community. Hani Ahmed offering. The Enrich Club team are the convenience of online payments for Saeed Masgidi, General Manager of Group looking ahead for innovative ideas in vehicle reservation, service, parts and CRM states, coalition with our partners to stay close accessories, insurance renewal and other to customers and to differentiate AW products and services offered by AW We’re not about just earning and Rostamani Group from its competitors. Rostamani companies. The AW Rostamani redeeming points, we truly believe Group is in pursuit of creating deeper customer relations through enabling that Enrich Club will ignite a sense rewards across the customer’s journey and of belonging and connection.

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 Features Creating an Illuminated and Connected Future

Under the renowned Spanish brand Frater, During the first chapters of Lumina, Lumina have lent their expertise to a AW Rostamani Lumina is a leader in the team focused attentively on their wide variety of complex lighting projects manufacturing high-quality luminaires and customers and building trustworthy across the geographic region, as well lighting control equipment for residential, business relationships. This has been diverse application verticals. Years of commercial and industrial applications. proved from the long-standing brand continuous growth have led Frater to make partners, Lumina have obtained for over 2 its landmark stamp in the region. Lumina’s Born from European pedigree with decades, to name a few Frater, GE, Eaton- projects present their contribution to Frater, the company’s introduction in Cooper, Koledo and Super Modular. They illuminating the future of the region and 1995 instantly made its mark in the UAE have nurtured their customers and having beyond, from providing lighting solutions market. The brand offered the highest done this they have proudly expanded for the region’s educational facilities quality lighting solutions with the best in their business across 29 countries. Today, to flamboyant lifestyle landscapes, the class manufacturers, sharing advanced Lumina lends its expertise to projects UAE country’s military defense units and technology from Europe and leveraging ranging from five-star hotels and malls to government agencies. For example, their from an established brand platform within residential towers, offices, and villas. projects include Gem’s School Network, the lighting industry. Outlet Mall in Dubai Parks, Carrefour’s

64 MENA, Rixos the Palm, and the Royal accentuated by Frater’s architecture range. infrastructure with savings of over 60% in Oman Police. Moreover, in alignment with the UAE energy consumption. Government’s ‘Green Economy Initiative’ Clients of Lumina rely on their assistance The diverse range of projects completed set by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed to improve their partner’s ROI, footfall, demonstrates the trust Lumina are able bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Lumina produces customer satisfaction and interaction to to instill in their customers. Lumina won high-quality lighting products from LEDs purchase ratios. Alongside this, Frater the 2016 Lux Review Award, a prestigious to traditional luminaires with an equation has contributed to not only creating global award which recognises the world’s to provide energy efficient solutions and aesthetically pleasing public spaces but best companies for lighting solutions, services for consumers, customers, and also safe and secure environments through products, projects and businesses industries. Through this initiative, the UAE efficient lighting options; keeping the leading innovation and change. Lumina aims to become one of the world leaders citizens of the UAE protected. were awarded for ‘The most significant in this area as well as a center for the contribution to the Middle East lighting export and re-export of green products and Evolving from here, technology has always industry’, which is a true testament to their technologies and to maintain a sustainable been at the forefront of Lumina’s strategy. work. environment to support long-term The transition in the lighting market from economic growth. The initiative includes conventional mediums of lighting towards Lighting has a direct influence on our a range of programmes and policies in the LED in this region, has been led by AW mood, with 80 percent of the sensory areas of energy, agriculture, investment Rostamani Lumina. Consequently, the information the brain receives coming and sustainable transport in addition to organization has trail-blazed the most- from our eyes. Lighting highlights new environmental and constructional modern luminaire technology in the UAE architectural elements, product policies. Therefore, Lumina has ensured by not only introducing the latest solutions qualities and creates virtual spaces - their products and solutions are designed in the local sphere but also in developing impacting how we feel, what we think to save energy, reduced carbon footprint, the capacity to manufacture them in the of a product, and ultimately the choice save power and contribute to a cleaner Middle East and Africa. A testament to of whether to purchase or not. The and greener environment. This was proved that effort is the installation of the state- wide range of ventures Lumina have with the successful execution of the of-the-art LED manufacturing unit located steered demonstrates the trust of the sustainability project in Jebel Ali where in Dubai, at Lumina’s headquarters. customer, especially within the retail by Lumina completed the largest lighting Lumina has taken the AW Rostamani and hospitality sector whereby focus on efficiency project to date in the Middle core values in both letter and spirit, by illumination of products play a vital role East. Lumina planned and installed more providing the best quality products for in the promotion of their sales as well as than 100,000 LED systems converting their customers through the installation creating architectural lighting techniques, all of Jebel Ali into an energy efficient of the research center and the region’s

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 largest lighting laboratory. Lumina owns Simon states, “Innovation is very addictive! Connecting people to their homes is the the only internationally accredited lighting Every day I am working on creating new future. And thus moving forward, Lumina laboratory in the Middle East. Umar Khan, ideas and solving problems. This can come will be connecting lighting with their end CEO of Lumina states in the form of simply finding the right consumer and assisting their interactions component to fit perfectly into a design, with their surroundings through home The technology advanced working with End Users to solve specific automation technology. facilities offered by Lumina lighting challenges, or collaborating with lighting manufacturers (OEMs), to create In addition, this new programme in ensures all products supplied to previously unseen lighting products to collaboration with Simon Fisher will be the market is cutting-edge and solve specific application needs. The aimed towards not only bringing futuristic, world class for all consumers. The ultimate goal is to help create more quality products that empower the Middle Lumina researchers and engineers sustainable and quality lighting products, Eastern consumer but also the core which will suit this new digital age, whilst strategy will be to build a local capability. have devoted their time to build embracing the concept of good quality Meaning, Lumina will be engaging with and create new technologies and lighting and user wellbeing. local talent to ensure education and complex lighting solutions suited futuristic knowledge is given back to the for the unique environmental Commenting on his work with Lumina, community of the UAE. Students will challenges of the Middle East Simon proudly states, be selected from local universities and assigned to learn and develop new and region. While developing products advanced lighting technologies. designs for Lumina, our shared Aligning itself with the ever-changing Whilst the world is rapidly changing in world of lighting, Lumina and Frater have ambition was to develop solutions all industries, Lumina is ensuring they partnered with Simon Fisher, a globally that are not only best in class in stay ahead of the trends and innovative renowned product designer. Designing energy savings and performance changes, all the while, remaining true to products since 1990, Simon Fisher is one but also future proof by offering the UAE Government’s own initiatives as of the most respected product designers of well as the core values of AW Rostamani. light fixtures in the industry. His designs smart features that provide We look forward to the illuminated future have lit amazing spaces. Anonymously unparalleled convenience of Lumina. when required, making a statement on of operation and controls to other occasions, but always considering the environment and the need for the consumers in its lighting sustainable solutions. architecture.

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All New Electric Renault ZOE 40 All set to hit the Middle East

As the pioneer of all-electric mobility and been fitted with an all-Renault motor that Europe’s number one seller of electric combines outstanding efficiency with vehicles, Renault has stepped up its optimal electronic battery management, innovation program and the deployment which restricts the level of electricity of its Zero Emissions (Z.E.) strategy by consumption on the move without launching its second generation of the reducing power. 100% Electric Renault ZOE. The new Zoe 40 will allow Renault to embrace The new battery removes the final the electric revolution in the UAE psychological barrier that stands in the exceptionally in 2018. way of buying an electric car since ZOE users can now travel further and enjoy Fitted with the new Z.E. 40 battery, a wider variety of driving situations Renault ZOE 40 delivers a record NEDC without worry about charging. This makes driving range of 400km, which is twice weekend trips a real possibility. the distance delivered by the model at the time of its original launch. The new Z.E. The Z.E. 40 battery’s charging rate is 40 battery has a real-world range of 300 similar to that of the standard battery, so kilometers in urban or suburban areas. ‘topping up’ doesn’t take long at all. For example, just 30 minutes are required Renault’s Zoe is the best-selling electric on average to charge the battery for an vehicle in Europe and provides a real extra 80 kilometers of driving range when alternative to internal combustion- engine plugged into one of the many public cars, since average daily commuting charging points in operation in Dubai. The distances are well within the ZOE’s battery boasts 41kWh of useful energy, capabilities. ZOE’s energy efficiency equivalent to almost double the storage comes essentially from the base vehicle’s capacity of the ZOE’s standard battery intrinsic strengths, especially its motor. (22kWh of useful energy). For instance, since 2015, the ZOE has

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LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 With its compact, sculpted shapes, Renault plenty of features to make driving easier warning and light, parking is easy. ZOE was born to move. Connected with have been thought of everything to make You are warned with a series of bleeps every sense of the word, this modern day the drive comfortable via: when you get close to an obstacle electric city car revolutionizes life in every and the reversing camera allows you aspect: • Automatic gearbox: Renault ZOE to view the trajectory to take on your offers an automatic gearbox in the R-LINK screen. • The epitome of electric Identity: Blue standard version. Its mono-speed • Hill-start assist: Renault ZOE is chrome diamond on its black front reducer offers all the advantages immobilised for 2 seconds to give you grille, slender blueish headlamps for of a classic automatic gearbox, but time to move off easily. an amused look, LED daytime lights without gearing. The reducer provides set into its dimples... Renault ZOE has a linear and fluid acceleration whilst For years Renault have developed a real appeal. adapting to every situation. global approach that takes all of the risk • Streamlined rear lights: The designer • Automatic climate control: The factors into account. As a result of all of rear lamps of Renault ZOE with their Renault ZOE is equipped with climate these advances, Renault ZOE was voted boomerang lighting signature also control and a combined filter. The “best Supermini 2013” by the Euro NCAP convey its modern, electric identity. Eco mode acts directly on the air organization. The transparent, concentric, blue conditioning and allows you to surrounds light up red when you optimize driving range • Anti-lock braking system: Renault brake. • Take care by Renault: The “Take Care ZOE is equipped with ABS including • The look of a coupé: A compact by Renault” pack, which comes as electronic brake distribution and 5-door city car that looks like a standard on the ZOE Zen version. emergency braking assistance. coupé. Designers achieved this by Toxicity sensor, ioniser, active • Safety Airbags: In Renault ZOE, incorporating the rear door handles fragrance: it is entirely devoted to safety is on your side equipped with into the window frame your well-being. head and chest front airbags, you are • Inspired by nature: ZOE’s interior • Rain and light sensors: Renault ZOE, effectively protected from impacts design that inspires peace and quiet. the front windscreen wipers and the and the submarining effect including Water, air, wind... Everything in lights come on automatically when a disconnectable passenger airbag Renault ZOE evokes natural elements. you need them. while fitting ISOFIX Seat. Its emblematic white dashboard, • Silence and pedestrians: Renault ZOE underlined with chrome, looks like With over 60 patents filed for its design, is silent, Z.E. Voice lets pedestrians a wind turbine blade, symbolising the Renault ZOE incorporates the most know you are coming when you are renewable energy. advanced electric technology: driving between 1 and 30 km/h. You • Z.E. signature: The ultra-modern, can even mix things up by switching electric train-inspired seats is a nod to • 3D sound by Arkamys®: Enjoy three- between the 3 available sounds. Renault “Zero Emission” technology, dimensional sound! The 3D Sound • Protected battery: The battery pack is the driver’s headrest and the gear by Arkamys® audio system available built into the floor of Renault ZOE to knob bears the Z.E. signature. on the R-LINK multimedia tablet protect from impacts and breaks. recreates a spatialisation effect so you With Renault ZOE, you don’t have to can experience your music as if you Developed in close partnership with LG choose between well-being and peace were at a concert Chem, the battery uses high-energy density of mind or driving pleasure. Clean air, • Reversing camera: No more parallel lithium-ion technology. silence, Zen interior, ideal temperature, parking worries with the audible

72 Renault and LG engineers have succeeded mid-range acceleration performance. in increasing storage capacity without making the battery any bigger or a lot • There is high torque from very low heavier. It was optimized by working revs. The R90 motor delivers peak on the chemistry of the cells in order to torque of 225Nm in a fraction of increase their energy density, rather than a second, allowing the ZOE to stacking additional battery modules, a accelerate from rest to 50kph – the commonly used technique. This major most frequently used range when new technology was developed while motoring in built-up areas – in just ensuring the reliability and safety of the four seconds. battery. • The electric motor’s power curve is linear. The large storage capacity of the battery • Being able to pull away swiftly ensures longer range for the ZOE thanks from traffic lights, along with slick to the meticulous work that went into manoeuvring in slow-moving traffic integrating the battery in the vehicle. The and safe overtaking are all facilitated electronic management system of the by the ZOE’s immediate response battery optimizes the ZOE’s energy use on which is both practical and enjoyable. the move, while the new air circulation system maintains the temperature of the New Renault ZOE ensures an even simpler ZOE’s battery at a constant level, making driving experience thanks to its extended the car economical to run in very hot or range. The New ZOE makes range anxiety very cold weather. a concern of the past. In addition to routine daily journeys, this extended range Driving a Renault electric vehicle is means the ZOE can also be used for longer punchy, smooth and reassuring. The all- trips. electric ZOE delivers all these sensations thanks to the brand’s EV technology and The introduction of the new ZOE long to management of the delivery of the range is an important step forward for car’s power to the wheels, geared toward electric mobility in the Middle East. The driving enjoyment. The ZOE takes a fresh ZOE is the perfect blend of practicality, approach to electric mobility by ensuring affordability and most importantly, the a dynamic, emissions1- noise- and freedom to drive without the worry of vibrations- free experience, with no gear running out of power. This new model shifts required. cements our position as true pioneers of electric mobility, not in the Middle East, The ZOE delivers its full potential instantly but across the world. in the form of crisp, jar-free pull-away and

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 The Renault ZOE e-Sport Concept

The Renault ZOE e-Sport Concept is built single-seater race cars, and its Satin Blue Electric motors deliver all their on a ZOE platform and converted into a and flashes of yellow colour scheme performance the moment they are racing car, drawing on Groupe Renault’s reflects the livery of the e.dams team. activated, and it takes only a few tenths three years of winning experience in the of a second for the ZOE e-sport concept’s Formula E Championship, an all-electric The lightweight body structure is made of motors to reach 4,300rpm. The 20-inch single-seater series. carbon fibre, and the car tips the scales at diamond-cut aluminum alloy Sport wheels just 1,400kg, including the 40Kw battery feature contrasting angles highlighted by The overall design retains traditional (450kg). This minimal weight in addition a two-tone finish in black and Shadow Renault styling cues, plus elegant to excellent aerodynamics, power close Chrome. These rims come with a central flourishes from higher-end high- to 460bhp and torque of 640Nm, helps locking nut. The headlights carry over performance models. The ZOE e-sport the car to accelerate from standstill to the C-shape that has become a hallmark concept has extra-tinted windows. Its 62mph in 3.2 seconds. Its maximum speed of the latest Renault models along with doors are opened by a simple tap on the is capped at 130mph (210kph) and takes prominent vertically mounted backlit ‘open’ zone incorporating tactile sensors. fewer than 10 seconds to achieve it. The Renault front and rear diamond logos. The two-seater ZOE e-sport concept high torque output of 640Nm (320Nm per echoes the styling of the latest Renault motor) is available almost instantly.

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Energy Performance Contracting

The construction industry is a with tomorrow’s energy savings, without current consumption to establish the significant sector in the UAE, and one tapping into capital budgets. An ESCO is baseline levels of energy and water usage. that has profound economic, social a commercial business providing a broad The audit includes a full asset survey of and environmental impacts. The range of energy solutions, including the plant, equipment and fittings to enable important contribution to both GDP and design and implementation of energy solutions to be designed and opportunities employment cannot be understated, savings projects, retro-fitting and for savings to be identified. but the environmental impact of the energy conservation management. An ESCO will seek to manage the energy construction industry has long been a consumption and reduce the energy source of concern, not just in the region, How are ESCO’s Regulated? demand through various techniques. but globally. Improvements in the air-conditioning Dubai Regulatory and Supervisory systems, optimizing lights to match the In order to address these issues the Bureau, RSB, has developed a regulatory desired lux levels, the use of sensors and construction industry has, for a long framework intended to support the ESCO controls, and minimizing thermal gain, are time, pioneered innovative solutions with market; comprising of an accreditation some of the many measures to achieve the regards to minimizing its impact on the scheme for ESCO’s, standard contracts for desired return on investment (ROI) for the environment. With the introduction use by the ESCO, and their clients, and retrofit programs. of assessment and rating systems, such a protocol for measuring and verifying as LEED, sustainability and sustainable energy and water savings. The Energy A unique aspect of the ESPC is that the developments have improved the energy savings are guaranteed by the performance of the buildings and therefore Audit Firm Accreditation Scheme is ESCO. What this means for the Customer minimized the environmental impacts intended to ensure a minimum level is that the cost of the audit and retrofit caused by both construction activities of competency among energy auditing works are paid for through the savings and buildings in use. Green Building companies and the audit staff they employ. generated. There are various financing Regulations, being developed at local AW Rostamani Building Industries options that mean that the Customer can level, are now providing a concise (AWRBI) is a registered ESCO with RSB. either take advantage of the reduced framework for design and innovation in energy costs at the outset, or offset the the industry, aligned to local climatic How does an ESPC Work? savings until such time as the investment challenges. is returned, hence in most cases there All Energy Saving Performance Contracts, is no capital investment required by the So with new buildings being constructed ESPC’s, start with an energy audit of Customer. to ever more stringent standards, in relation to their environmental impact, there remains the question of how to improve existing building stock, and the often negative impact they can have, with high energy consumption and inefficient systems.

What is Energy Performance Contracting?

Energy Savings Performance Contracting, or ESPC, is a budget-neutral approach to make building improvements that reduce energy and water use, and increase operational efficiency. By partnering with an Energy Service Company, known as an ESCO, a facility owner can use an ESPC to pay for today’s facility upgrades

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 How are ESPC’s Generated and Managed?

Dubai has set ambitious targets to improve Etihad ESCO announce Projects that are the efficiency of its current buildings, and open to ESCO accredited companies, and their energy use, aiming for a 30% im- Projects are awarded on Commercial and provement by 2030. ESCO’s are seen as a Technical evaluation. valuable way of delivering energy savings.

Etihad ESCO is a DEWA venture that was recently established to make the Dubai built environment a leading example of energy efficiency for the region and the world. As a Super ESCO, it has enabled the energy performance contracting market in Dubai by developing energy efficiency projects targeting more than 30,000 Government buildings.

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AWRBI is one of the only Fit-out Contrac- tors that have ESCO accreditation. What this means for potential Clients is that we can control the full life cycle of the Energy Saving Performance Contract, from audit and solution design, to full installation of the retrofit works. This approach means that we do not simple act as a consultant to the process, we are actively involved in delivering real results, with both guaranteed savings and guaranteed quality of solutions and delivery.

What is AWRBI’s vision, as a responsible ESCO?

Experts have estimated that in Dubai alone, 30,000 of the 120,000 existing buildings can accommodate retrofit programs, therefore there is a huge potential for reducing energy demands. Efforts are already underway to establish consumer confidence through presentations at various forums, and with commitment from Etihad ESCO, we are successfully bringing the awareness in the private sector. Recently, AWRBI participated with the German Emirati Joint Council for Industry and Commerce (AHK) in a symposium on “Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energies in Buildings” with the support of Renewables Academy AG (RENAC).

We see the positive impact of the initiatives, not only on the external environment, but on the internal environment and the welfare and wellbeing of staff and visitors alike.

The Next Steps.

With the Dubai Government leading by example, with many Energy Service Perfor- mance Contracts (ESPC’s) being tendered for Public buildings, there remains a huge potential for the Private sector to engage with an ESCO to improve building efficiency, reduce energy consumption and maintenance and benefit from reduced energy costs, all the while having a positive effect on the environment.

AW Rostamani Building Industries are currently working on a number of ESPC Projects at various stages in the process.

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Psycho Bunny, a distinguished, witty and stylish brand enters Angels Stores This season Angels welcomes a new brand to its collection, Psycho Bunny

80 Psycho Bunny is the brainchild of Robert classics with inimitable wit and peerless about a wardrobe change – dependent of Godley and Robert Goldman, launched quality, giving tradition and edge and course, on avoiding any messy accidents in 2005. Combining Pima cotton with passionate style. It is a brand known for along the way. fine tailoring and an irreverent attitude, transforming the style of men and ensuring Psycho Bunny struck a chord and soon that they feel and look their best no matter On this topic, any washing fears are developed a dedicated following. Today, it what the occasion. Psycho Bunny, Boys eradicated by the quality of the Pima has become a staple brand for every well- Club allows fathers to gift their sons with cotton and the design of the taped dressed man and little gentlemen. the same sense of style, quality and edgy shoulder seams. Fabric-taped shoulder personality. seams in matching colours hold the shape In celebration of their 10th year in so your boys won’t get a baggy, unfit shirt. business, the two founders introduced a Psycho Bunny polos will maintain their new generation for Psycho Bunny, The The designs of Psycho Bunny make it easy shape, wash after warm wash. Boys Club and this season we will see for parents to dress their boys, knowing the product appear in AW Rostamani’s that they will undeniably look stylish in Pyscho Bunny appeals to stylish boys who Lifestyle brand, Angels. their designs, whilst consistently offering offer plenty of personality, along with a a smart-casual look that fits any occasion. distinguished wit and charm. Venture to Psycho Bunny is a timeless collection that Parents can pick their kids up from a play our Angel stores located in Dubai Mall pairs refined English tailoring with bold date and take them directly to a formal and Souk Madinat Jumeirah to try your American design. The brand redefines the event knowing they don’t need to worry mini gent in Psycho Bunny.

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 Product Review New Advanced Dealer On-line B2B Portal & Smart Phone App

The world as we know it is undergoing business with wholesale customers. and mobile app with them. Conducted drastic changes with the introduction This new feature highlights AAC Part’s by Mr. Sham Shah Shajahan, Manager of new technology. Business across commitment to find new ways to innovate – Dealer Development, Planning & all industries are constantly looking to and provide services that ensure a Marketing, the training highlighted the innovate in order to keep up with what is seamless and secure experience for their steps AAC is taking in order to strengthen being labeled the ‘fourth revolution’ – the customers. its relationship with its customer base age of the digital. from achieving price stability to enhancing The new Dealer on-line smart App, order turnaround time. This revolution, unlike any other, has which is available on both on IOS & led to a hyper connected world where Android systems, is equipped with Trainees were given the opportunity to customers are fast embracing new advanced features enabling wholesale participate in Q&A sessions and were technologies. They spend significant customers to place direct orders to their handed with training certificates once amount of time on their mobile smart Parts Distribution Center while also the sessions were completed. Thanks phones, and they demand convenience viewing their monthly targets, sales to platform-based innovation for the and a seamless experience above all. achievements, available credit limits, and automotive industry, along with hyper To cater to customers’ changing needs new promotions and offers. Customers can connectivity, AAC parts are able to re- as well as the market’s digital evolution, also download a statement of accounts, imagine their business models and engage Arabian Automobiles Parts Department source genuine parts brochures and also with customers in an interactive and have made major enhancements to their communicate with the sales team digitally. creative manner. Dealer On-line B2B digital portal which was introduced in 2009. In order to create awareness of our digital efforts, the Parts Dealer Team conducted The new Dealer Online Portal is now region-wide training for 104 wholesale available in the form of a Mobile App customer’s sales executives sharing the with advanced features for ease of doing advanced features of the updated portal

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The Shift Towards 360-Degree Lifestyle Environments

In the last issue of Life Enriched, we had first-class facilities. The building has been square feet of built-up area. In keeping the pleasure of speaking with the Group designed by the architectural practice Arif with the AW Rostamani’s core values, the Property Development team to learn more & Bintoak and construction completed Group Property Development team have about how they are growing Dubai one by local contractor Aroma Construction designed the accommodation that exceeds property at a time and the exciting new International and is in the final stages the needs of the end customer which is projects that they have in the pipeline for of handover. Operations and will be core to the company mission statement of the Group. Since the August release, the managed by the AW Rostamani Real Estate enriching lives. department has successfully brought to Department. life two major development projects; a With the end user needs in mind, the seven-story residential and commercial The Staff Accommodation project is a large property provides multiple facility building in Souq Al Kabeer area and a well thought-out design of facilities and qualities which enrich the lives of large corporate staff accommodation amenities for end users with a high- company staff, such as bicycle parking development in Jebel Ali. quality construction finish. The design of slots, beautiful communal spaces, leisure the building is very modern and forward rooms, modern kitchens, large dining The Sikka Building in the historic Al Souq thinking as well as providing a higher spaces and prayer rooms. Moreover, Al Kabeer area of Bur Dubai is a seven- quality of finishes than comparable Group Property Development has ensured level building with 51 residential units and properties. The Staff Accommodation a high quality, state-of-the-art central AC 6 commercial units, over 34,700 square project is one of the largest builds of its system and in keeping with the company’s feet. The project is located in a built-up, kind in the region covering over 167,760 environmentally sustainable initiatives, traditional area of “Old Dubai”, which sets a new standard not previously witnessed in Souq Al Kabeer, with its elegant architecture and striking modern façade.

Sikka is a distinct building with a contemporary interior design and sleek minimalist exterior making it a standout development in the neighbourhood. The new building offers an appealing variety of accommodation types from family apartments and studio units popular with the area’s residents. In line with the AW Rostamani mission of enriching lives, this unique project offers modern, convenient living spaces for residents as well as adding a retail lifestyle amenity within the property.

Commercial spaces occupy two levels of the building providing a range of offerings for residents that will include a grocery store, cafes, workspaces and shops. Group Property Development aims to deliver residential properties that offer a full 360-degree lifestyle space and the Sikka project delivers precisely that, complete with beautiful finishes, spacious balconies, retail spaces, restaurants and

84 the team has implemented a solar heating water system. This Staff Accommodation project gives a modern and relaxed living space for all staff located in Jebel Ali as well as offering educational stimuli, healthy living and social settings in order to best enrich the lives of all residents.

The Building was designed by the local consulting firm Arif & Bintoak and constructed by Al Naboodah General Contracting and was completed in Oct 2017. The complete facility has been leased to Al Futtaim Carillion in Nov 2017 and will be managed by AW Rostamani Real Estate Department.

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Land Transportation – To Keep You Moving, on the Road to Growth

The Middle East has entered a time in optimize their work efforts and channel the customer in quality condition, on which the focus of business has shifted their focus on more beneficial tasks for time and well within budget. Sandeep away from selling products and services their customers. Sahae, Director, KAR Freight and KAR to creating a strong and efficient overall Transport, states “Our flexible, innovative customer experience. With the keen Today’s modern customer mandates same- and cost-effective logistics portfolio gives observations of this growing trend, the day delivery. If this can’t be met, the well our customers the strategic advantage competition has hastily grown to meet the informed, intelligent customer, will use in today’s intensely competitive high demands of the customer. the tools of informative technology to find marketplace.” The company focuses on an alternative supplier who will provide attracting, developing and retaining “the 3PL stands for third-party logistics, them with a service within a few hours. best customers”. By applying the AW a service that allows companies to Pro-activeness is the vital differentiator in Rostamani overarching values KART are outsource operational logistics from the 3PL industry today. able to obtain a strong customer base transportation, warehousing, all the way and offer them exactly what they need through to delivery. The purpose of 3PL Khalid Al Rostamani (KAR) Freight and nothing less than what the customer is for businesses to eliminate the time- Forwarding and Transport (our integrated expects. consuming matters of logistics so they can logistics arm), aims to deliver goods to

86 KAR Freight and KAR Transport, together, with us to gain further cost advantages.” have more than a decade of experience The Future in working with retailers, manufacturers, traders, and suppliers to help them solve The growth KAR Freight and KAR Transport their unique supply chain requirements. have achieved, can be attributed to a The wide-ranging services offered by the dedicated team, hard work, passion, twin companies include door-to-door a continuous improvement culture, international freight movement via air, diversification and an evolving strategy. sea (full container load and less-than- “We are not afraid to re-evaluate or container load) or land (full truckload and improve upon mistakes,” says Sandeep. less-than-truckload), in addition to local The biggest challenges in the future for warehousing and distribution services for the industry exist in the form of shortage all kinds of commodities, and hassle-free of technologically equipped drivers, high customs clearance. cost of truck downtime, and transport fleet modernization. Land transport is a mode of shipping used widely across the Middle East. It That being said however, with investments is one of the most cost-effective and mention that it is also an ISO 9001:2015 in transport infrastructure, increased trade flexible modes of transportation as one certified company. Safety and security are activity, increase in consumer demand can transport cargo across various states given paramount importance, which has and government expansion projects, and countries with a single customs been illustrated by the minimal number the industry is expected to be handed document. Even when shipping is carried of accidents per million kilometers of a much needed boost. These include out via sea and air, the last mile deliveries distance covered by the fleet. In this improvements on logistics efficiency by usually comprises of land transportation. regard, KAR Transport has also been GPS, aerodynamic retrofits, and alternative According to Sandeep Sahae, awarded by Dubai’s Road and Transport fuels like natural gas and electricity to Authority (RTA) with Dubai Award for reduce carbon footprints and lessen the Sustainable Transport (DAST) in 2015. Trucking is the predominant strain on the world’s resources. mode of freight transportation in The biggest and most significant change Service capabilities on the industry will have to come from the GCC. KAR Freight and KAR Transport deliver technology. The Internet of Things ( IoT customized supply chain solutions through ) for instance will shape the future of “The majority of our customers utilize our robust air, ocean, and land transportation logistics by increasing speed, decreasing land transport service for international networks. All logistics requirements waste, and reducing overall costs. By shipping to KSA, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait culminate with a need to travel overland allowing devices to communicate without and further via KAR Freight and, for to reach the final destination. This is human intervention, a new era of 3PL will domestic movement within UAE via where the organization provide a diverse in turn be achieved. KAR Transport. In all, KART presently range of land transportation services to moves more than 1,000 containers and get your goods to where they are needed According to a study by 3PL Selection full truckload per month within the GCC - irrespective of goods in the form of and Contracting Survey conducted by EFT and UAE. In the coming future, road outsized project cargo, an international 26.25% of 3PL companies are currently freight will drive the growth of logistics shipment or for local retail distribution and using machine-to-machine (M2M) companies in the region as the region delivery. technology and 46.62% plan to deploy undergoes a wave of further modernization them in the future. With IoT shaping the of its infrastructure which in turn will bring Sandeep states that “Our team of technological revolution in the industry, in many additional projects.” specialists offer solid knowledge and even more technologies such as 3D experience to address the unique trucking printing, drone delivery, and driverless Fleet Overview requirements in quick time and at vehicles may soon become a reality and a Both companies together have more than competitive rates. We have a wider base fact that KAR may not be able to ignore. 130 employees (more than half of whom of reliable transportation service partners The reality of the matter is that companies are drivers), and over 100 vehicles in its spread across the region to cater to any in the 3PL industry must take a curious truck fleet which include flatbed trailers, requirement for local distribution as well step in the adoption of emerging box trailers, curtain trailers, reefer trailers, as international deliveries. Last but not technologies. With the Middle East car carrier trailers and pickups. Along with the least, it is our personalized customer logistics industry becoming more of a their alliance with reliable and competent service with pro-active updates on cargo bottleneck, where manufacturers and transport partners, KART operates an in- shipment from origin through to final resellers need to continuously develop house modern fleet of trucks and trailers delivery which takes us above and beyond new methods to reduce costs and equipped with GPS to cater to cargo our competitors in the market. We receive improve quality, it is critical to find the transportation requirements within UAE. high appreciation from our customers who right balance between humanity and With a strong focus on quality, systems, have availed this service and have also technology. and processes, KAR Transport is proud to gone on to sign fixed duration agreement

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AW Rostamani ‘Attackers’ Scoring Goals and Achieving Awards for The Dubai Fitness Challenge

This season, AWR has shown a profound prizes and encouragement for participating How was the team formed? commitment towards health and fitness in the Dubai Fitness Challenge. in alignment to Dubai’s Fitness Challenge Over the last few years, AWR HR has (DFC). DFC is an initiative set by HH This resulted not only in improvements in organized multiple sporting events. Teams Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin employee’s fitness and health but also in are invited to participate from across Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of their work performance. AWR aspires to all departments and companies and to Dubai, which aims to unite and commit enthuse a healthy work-life balance and to showcase their sporting talents. It doesn’t the people of Dubai to 30 minutes of continue to add more activities and fitness matter your level, everyone is welcome continuous exercise for 30 days, titled events to the Group’s calendar. and able to get involved in an activity. Dubai30x30. Over 35 sporting activities were offered to the residents of the Dubai, This season we met with the AWR The AWR Football team is one of the from the more traditional sports such as Football team to learn why they feel so most competitive sports offered at AWR football, cricket, volleyball, and tennis to strongly about remaining fit, why they are and thus in March of last year, our HR the less conventional such as Bollywood committed to their sport, working as a department took the initiative to formulate dancing, boxercise and bubble soccer. team and motiving themselves, both in the an official corporate football team. The workplace and on the football pitch. idea was very popular and thus selection This first fitness initiative of DFC took trials for the team were conducted at place over the October and November. When did the AW Rostamani Football Al Wasl club. Over 75 staff members AWR reflected the initiative by providing team begin? attended the trials and from there, our all employees with the chance to register Football team was selected based on their for new sporting activities, discounts for AWR Football Team was formed in April high-quality performance. gym memberships with Fitness First, a 2017. weight loss competition with generous

90 How many footballers do you have from How often does the team train? responsibilities and skills but when we AW Rostamani and how many teams? The team trains weekly. walk on to the pitch, we are all the one-of- the-same; a tight unified team, full of spirit. Currently we have one team of 20 players. Where do you train? Is there a formal enlisting process, should Who are your star players and why? you wish to join the team? We train at National Charity School There is no formal listing process but Who is the coach? All the players work to their strengths but players have to show their commitment, by Currently, we are looking to recruit one star, in particular, is our player is Anis regularly attending practices in order to be our coach, however the teammates are Djeffal. Anyone who watches him play put forward for games. assisting one another for peer-develop by will share the same observation because of sharing their observations and support. his overall game (technique & speed), his What tournaments have you competed in? We have seen this to have had a positive game intelligence and his team spirit. Even impact on the team unity as well as the though he is a mix of MESSI & RONALDO, Till date, we have participated in 4 major team’s overall improvement. he is very humble and always works for tournaments: the team. Sharjah Wanderer’s Cup What are the AW Rostamani’s team Fit on Click Corporate Cup secrets to achieving your successes? What are your future ambitions for the Nations Cup Tournament team? Dubai Fitness Cup Our success is down to our dedication. All of our players show a keen enthusiasm By the end of next year we aim to be at the What highlights and awards have there for weekly training sessions and an top of the corporate league, and thus our been and why are they impressive, unmatched desire to play and proudly ambition is to focus on achieving this goal significant? represent their company. and giving all the commitment necessary to get us there. We believe the team adds As of now, the awards that we have Why is having team-spirit so important? a true benefit to the player’s enjoyment accomplished are Best Player at Fit-on- at AWR, from the desk to the pitch, we Click Corporate Cup and Best Goalkeeper Team spirit is very important because have seen impressive improvements at Fit on Click Corporate Cup. The awards when we play we do not play for in both. Therefore, we hope to inspire are huge achievements, not only for our individual honour rather we play as a other employees to take advantage of the best player and goalkeeper but for the family. With this spirit, we have victorious sporting activities at AWR and join the overall team, as the team firmly believes in against strong competitors and show team #WeAreAWR supporting each player’s talents. These two no defeat during challenging matches. awards are also celebrated as significant Our team is a mix of personalities, with awards in the corporate league. players from all departments within AWR, who have very different day-to-day

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Nissan Named Official Automotive Partner for Expo 2020

Arabian Automobiles is proud to announce Sivagnanam, President for the Middle Nissan will also provide support, such that Nissan has been named the Official East and Regional Vice President for as maintenance, roadside assistance, Automotive Partner for Expo 2020 Dubai Africa, Middle East and India at Nissan in insurance, and fleet branding. Expo 2020 following the launch of its second- presence of Michel Ayat, CEO of Arabian will be the first major organisation in generation Nissan LEAF. Automobiles. the Middle East to use the Nissan LEAF, which is already the world’s best-selling The partnership agreement was signed As Expo 2020’s Official Automotive electric car. Learnings from the partnership by Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, Partner, Nissan will provide an extensive will help accelerate the adoption of UAE Minister of State for International fleet of almost 1,000 vehicles, including electric mobility in the region and Nissan Cooperation and Director General of the electric vehicles and next-generation cars Intelligent Mobility technology will also be Dubai Expo 2020 Bureau, and Kalyana featuring advanced technologies. extensively showcased at the mega-event.

94 Khalid Al Rostamani Receives Executive Vice President, Nissan Motor Corporation

Arabian Automobiles Company was delegates from Nissan Middle East Free digital customer interactions through Ipad delighted to receive Mr. Daniele Zone. integration. An awarding ceremony was Schillaci – Executive Vice President – also conducted where key recognitions Global Marketing & Sales, Nissan Motor The delegates were given a business were awarded to Emad Ridha Majeed Corporation at the AW Rostamani Head overview regarding the operations at (FY’16 Best Sales Consultant), Uchitha Office. He was accompanied by Mr. Leon Arabian Automobiles, viewed the various Isuru Bandara (FY’16 Best Technician) Dorssers – Corporate Vice President- Nissan models represented in UAE and and to Valerine D’Almeida (Long Service Global Dealer Network & Global Sales, were provided a demonstration by a Recognition). Nissan Motor Corporation and other key sales executive on the effectiveness of

Nissan Deira Branch Wins “Best Service Performance Outlet” Award for 2nd Consecutive Year

The Dubai Service Excellence Scheme (DSES) Best Service Performance Outlet Award was presented to NISSAN Deira Showroom, Arabian Automobiles Company for their 2016 performance in ensuring customer confidence, and for providing exemplary service to customers. The award recognized the organization’s efforts towards improving quality in operations and for promoting operational excellence.

Dubai Economy initiated DSES in 2002 to raise customer service standards which aimed at promoting excellence in customer service across the private sector and to recognize businesses that offer excellent service. The Mystery Shopper Program was designed with an objective to gauge the performance of the showroom frontline staff on various customer touch point areas and to recognize businesses that strive for delivering top quality in customer service.

Seen here, HE Sami Al Qamzi, Director General – Dubai Economy and Khalid Al Qassim, Assistant Director General – Economic Affairs handing over the Dubai Service Excellence Scheme – “Best Service Performance Outlet 2016” award to Salah Yamout, Director – Sales & Marketing and Nicolas Oswald, General Manager – Sales & Marketing, Arabian Automobiles Co., during the awards ceremony held at Jumeirah Beach Hotel (Dubai) on 14th Sep 2017.

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 Vhernier awarded for Best High-End Collection at the ME Watch and Jewellery of the Year Awards 2018 Middle East Jewellery of the Year Awards stands out as the voice of authority in the Middle East industry for jewellery.

The stunning collection which won the Best High-End Collection was Vhernier’s, The Blue Velvet. Vhernier’s latest fine jewellery creation, is the product of two years of research and experimentation. The innovative use of titanium is what makes this line unparalleled. The exceptionally durable metal is shaped into a delicate, wave-like design and embellished with some of the finest precious diamonds available in terms of colour, cut and purity.

This unique combination epitomises Vhernier’s exceptionally bold and creative flair. The necklace was the first piece of the Blue Velvet line to be completed. The On the 15th of November, Vhernier won the Year Awards is a pioneering concept body is entirely made of titanium and the Award of Best High-End Collection at initiated and implemented by Arabian features 2,262 diamonds totalling 14.45 the Middle East Watch and Jewellery of Watches & Jewellery magazine, hosted at carats. Vhernier were also a finalist in the the Year Awards 2017 for their Blue Velvet the Music Hall, in Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, Best Diamond-Studded Necklace category, Collection. The Middle East Jewellery of on the palm. After 13 successful years, the alongside Chopard, Van Cleef and Arpels.

Renovations Maximise a Hotel’s Return on Investment

current and future forecasts of demand. He also noted that whilst it sometimes Emphasising on the importance of would seem counter intuitive to engage refurbishment and renovation, Boldy said: at the strategic stage with project “Hotel renovations are vital to maintain managers and contractors, “the benefits positioning and ensure continued revenues of engaging with parties that understand for owners and operators alike. In an ever the intricacies of hospitality projects in more interactive and fast paced social a live environment, along with value environment, the need to stay ahead of the maximisation and risk mitigation, will help market has never been more important.” shape a project and provide the highest Boldy also stated that it would be easy return on investment”. Elaborating further to align hotels with the latest trends and he noted: “Assembling and engaging with Paul Boldy, head of pre-contracts at AW fashions, however as the hospitality the right stakeholders at the outset will Rostamani has told Hotelier Middle industry is multifaceted and vulnerable ensure that the drivers for a successful East that the UAE’s hotel sector has an to changes in market conditions, project are considered with a single impressive and enviable position amongst demographics, and economic drivers, it is aligned focus.” the world’s hospitality elite. He said that a complex issue. consistent high occupancy is driving AW Rostamani Building Industries is a sustained programme of expansion, “It is therefore important to establish the currently carrying out a full renovation at while strategic growth in the nation’s metrics that will determine the maximum the Hilton Beach Resort and Spa, Ras Al infrastructure is powering diversification in return on investment (ROI) for a renovation Khaimah for RAK Hospitality Holdings. hotel brand and chain scale to fulfill both project, for all stakeholders,” he added.

96 AWRT Wins a Second Round of Hattrick with the 6th TOTAL Majestic Mogul Award

AWRT Wins a Second Round of Hattrick Award for the exceptional performance with the 6th TOTAL Majestic Mogul in the MENA and CIS region in Award in 6 years . AWR Trading Co LLC 2017. AWRT is winning this award for which was formed to diversify the AW the 6th time in a row. Mr. Luigi Rubinacci, Rostamani automotive business is on Director Strategic Ventures along with the move with many more accolades Rajagopal B R, Head of Allied Products to compliment the legacy of the parent received the award on behalf of AWRT, company. Another golden feather was in a ceremony held at Singapore in added to the hat when AWRT was December 2017. presented the TOTAL Majestic Mogul

INFINITI QX80 Achieves 42% Growth in the Premium SUV Segment

Setting a new benchmark with its Much more than its full-size stature, Designed to be both more powerful and commanding design, refined performance the QX80 expresses confidence in the more efficient, the QX80’s 5.6-liter V8 and impressive capability, Arabian commanding clarity of its lines and the engine delivers 400 hp and 560 Nm of Automobiles Company has announced dynamic sculpting of its curves. It is an torque for an exhilarating ride both on and that the INFINITI QX80 achieved 42% invitation to live audaciously. Modern off road, while also giving the vehicle up sales growth in the premium SUV segment materials and rich textures create an to 2,000kg of impressive towing capacity. from January to June 2017. interior that is unforgettable in its welcome. Warmth and elegance fill an Other power and confidence-enhancing Salah Yamout, Director of Sales and immense, sophisticated space, while features include Variable Valve Event and Marketing at Arabian Automobiles thoughtful design reflects the needs of Lift technology that enhances throttle Company, commented: “The INFINITI anyone or anything that you bring on the response as well as economy. QX80 has clearly set a new benchmark journey. in the premium full-size SUV segment To discover the QX80’s inimitable ride, during the first half of 2017. The vehicle’s The Private Jet, now street legal which customers are invited to visit their nearest commanding design, refined performance features leather-appointed, spacious Arabian Automobiles center for a test drive and impressive capability set it apart, and captains’ chairs that support passengers in which will deliver a first-class experience it further distinguishes itself as a noticeably total comfort even on long journeys. With that puts innovative technology and luxury luxurious offering in its segment as it comfortable seating for up to eight adult at their fingertips. continues to achieve excellent sales passengers, you’ll never have to leave growth year on year.” anyone behind.

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 AW Rostamani Lifestyle Launch Vivianna Campaign

In September, AW Rostamani Lifestyle launched the Vivianna campaign celebrating one of Georg Jensen’s most important design collaborations. Since 1968 the Torun bangles has been a true Georg Jensen icon, and this month the evolution continues.

One of the most radical watch designs of the 20th century, the Vivanna Bangle is revitalized as a new series.The Vivanna Bangle was designed by the Swedish designer, jeweller and sculptor Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe in 1962. Vivianna, often known simply as Torun was one of Sweden’s most important 20th Century Silversmiths. She is the first female silversmith to have become internationally noted.

Among her most important works are the Gustaf of Sweden for outstanding artistic materials into seemingly flexible forms, watch “Vivianna,” the bracelet “Mobius,” achievement. Torun’s jewelry was inspired so that metal flows like water around the and the earrings and necklaces “Dew by natural shapes such as flowers, leaves, wearer’s neck and shoulders. Georg Jensen Drop. She is the second most famous swirls and the flow of water. It is described has tied up with iconic master jeweler for Georg Jensen designer, behind Jensen as sober, minimalist and simple. Torun has over 50 years. Designs available in stores himself. In 1992 she was awarded been praised for her ability to shape solid now. the Prince Eugen medal by King Carl XVI

Shift Car Rental In partnership with India’s SelfDrive

customers including, “Express Booking” partnership, Soham Shah, Founder & for quick reservation with rentals starting Director, Pinewoods Technology Services from AED49 per day, “Micro Lease” for Dubai (holding company of selfdrive.ae), on-demand short term rentals starting said, “The UAE is an extremely mature at AED999 per month and “One Way market with high potential for on- Rentals” allowing clients to rent cars demand self-drive rentals and leasing. The between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. company has plans to aggressively invest Announcing the launch, Ashish Nanda, in the future driven “Smart Mass Mobility Senior General Manager, AW Rostamani Technology” platform (SMMT) which also Shift Car Rental said, “In line with Dubai’s aligns with the Dubai Smart City vision Smart City strategy and The Dubai of incorporating electric cars for clean AW Rostamani Shift Car Rental, in Happiness Agenda, we have partnered energy, smart cities and self-driving cars partnership with India’s SelfDrive.In with SelfDrive.ae to bring in high end for safer passenger transportation, a vision announces the launch of SelfDrive.ae, technology via Web, App & PWA allowing also shared by Shift. the most comprehensive self-drive car users to reserve cars via mobile/tablets rental portal exclusive to the UAE. The without having to download the app. The introduction of Selfdrive.ae in the partnership sees SelfDrive.in become the The launch sees customers’ on demand market comes at a time where the car first Indian self-drive car rental company needs for transportation met with ease as rental share in the UAE is the second to kick start operations outside of India bookings can be made via online or via largest within the Middle East. Initially with a planned roll out of 2000 cars in the app in just a few clicks. Ashish Nanda driven by on-airport car rental services, the the UAE and a launch in the neighbouring added, “With a fleet of 2000 cars and rise of businesses and working Emiratis has countries covering the major GCC region. over 35 different car models to choose seen an increase in short term and long Via the web portal selfdrive.ae, the from, customers have an array of options term car rentals in the country. Selfdrive.ae company has launched a list of services, available to them. provides flexible rental hire options, which in the aim of serving a wide variety of Elaborating on the scope of the include hourly to yearly lease agreements.

98 Half Million Cars Powered with AMARON since Launch in 2011

With a legacy of over 50 years in the then over half a million cars have been automotive market, AW Rostamani has powered with AMARON, manufactured always believed in enriching the customer by Amara Raja Batteries Limited in experience with quality products and collaboration with the technology from AMARON is a true example of a world Johnson Controls USA. AMARON is the class product to be a part of AWR only battery that contains the patented portfolio. A true example of the quality SilvenX alloy which gives it the power that you experience every time you to last long, Really long unlike the other crank your ignition key, when your car is competitors in the market. AMARON powered by AMARON. batteries offers complete peace of mind with zero-maintenance and AMARON It was in 2011 when AW Rostamani batteries became the game changer in no Trading Co LLC launched the AMARON time. Automotive Batteries in UAE and since

Enrich Club’s New Payment System Enrich Club has introduced a fully integrated online payment system available for Enrich Club members. This feature will allow customers to pay for a variety of services, products and transactions and to pay for Enrich Club points bundles that they can use as an online currency to purchase any item which is listed online.

AAC Aftersales Wins Nissan Global WAPC Award for the 10th Consecutive Year

AAC Aftersales department has created a Workshop Capacity Analysis, Parts world record among Nissan dealers with Inventory Management, Compliance its 10th successive win of Nissan Motor to the Manufacturer’s Standards and Company’s “Global Nissan Aftersales Customer Satisfaction. All distributors/ Award-GNAA”. The award was presented NSCs are divided into three groups based to Mr. Sharad Dubey, Director-Aftersales on the business volume. AAC won the during AAC Aftersales Top Management Grand prize in the ‘Large National Sales meeting with NML Aftersales, Japan. Company’ (NSC) category.

The GNAA is one of the most prestigious Since the inception of the award in 1981, honors awarded to a Nissan distributor Arabian Automobiles has won 19 times. by Nissan Motor Company. The GNAA With this year’s win, Arabian Automobiles program has extensive evaluation criteria continues to be recognized for maintaining covering the entire aspect of aftersales the highest standing in Aftersales performance and business management. performance among all Nissan dealers The criteria covers Parts Sales, Accessory operating globally. Sales, Service Sales, Customer Retention,

LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 Arabian Automobiles Nissan Launches Automania Exchange’ Campaign

Arabian Automobiles Company, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for Nissan in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates, is inviting all customers to trade in their vehicles between 5 and 9 October, for an exclusive opportunity to drive away in a brand new Nissan and receive up to AED 10,000* above market value for their current car. All car makes are accepted and will be assessed by Arabian Automobiles’ team of highly trained technicians, ensuring that customers enjoy market-leading trade-in deals and leave with the Nissan of their dreams. Arabian Automobiles constantly strives to bring customers exciting car buying experiences that offer them the chance to make life-changing upgrades. Nissan’s trademarked ‘Automania Exchange’ campaign is part of the brand’s ongoing efforts to assure exceptional customer satisfaction and will be available across all 12 of the company’s UAE showrooms, giving customers ample opportunities to take their driving experience to a new level with Nissan.

International Cricket Council Academy Signs Partnership Deal With AAC

The agreement will include Arabian Automobiles and Nissan year round presence at the ICC Academy with continuous engagement with the ICC Academy and Dubai Sports City communities. Present and future Arabian Automobiles customers can as well be assured that ICC Academy related offers will form a key part of the relationship.

The ICC Academy’s community-minded endeavour encourages an active lifestyle, perfectly reflecting Nissan’s energetic character and comprehensive line-up, which is designed to fit the needs of the customers from all walks of life.

The partnership also provides Arabian Automobiles with an ideal opportunity to share the exciting Nissan models with The International Cricket Council become the Academy’s official vehicle the community and raise familiarity of Academy at Dubai Sports City has partner and the Dubai-based dealership the models at Dubai’s leading sports announced a brand-new partnership complimenting Nissan’s global partnership destination. with Nissan and Arabian Automobiles as the International Cricket Council’s which will see the automotive company vehicle partner.

100 BCD Travel Earns Globally Recognised Workplace Accreditation Talent Management & Global Human Resources. “The IIP process revealed how well our workplace practices align with business strategies, and it helped us identify areas where we can improve. We continue to take a leading role in driving industry improvements in talent management, corporate social responsibility, workplace flexibility and ethical, sustainable business practices.”

In achieving IIP accreditation, BCD Travel joins an elite group of companies such as Fujitsu and McDonald’s that Investors in People, a globally recognized 27-scale framework of talent-management are universally recognized for their workplace ratings firm, has awarded success. IIP also measured how well talent commitment to developing top talent. BCD Travel accreditation in people management supports BCD’s internal goals management. BCD Travel is the first travel for culture, leadership, business growth “Investors in People accreditation is the management company to pursue and and workforce development. sign of a great employer, an outperforming receive IIP’s independent endorsement, IIP accreditation goes beyond popular place to work and a clear commitment which positions the TMC as one of the top workplace polls by helping companies to success,” said Paul Devoy, head of companies to work for in the corporate objectively demonstrate to employees and London-based IIP. “BCD Travel should be travel industry. job candidates that their organization a extremely proud of their achievement.” great place to build a career. During the IIP ratings set the standard for what it takes assessment process, IIP representatives Forbes has listed BCD Travel among to lead, support and manage people well made site visits to BCD offices and the best U.S. employers for each of for sustainable results. More than 14,000 interviewed employees around the globe. the past three years. FlexJobs ranked businesses and organizations across 75 the company among the 100 best for countries have been accredited by the “This accreditation by a respected third workplace flexibility and remote working people management auditor since 1991. party further validates the strengths of opportunities. The company also has been In issuing its three-year accreditation of our workplace and the effort we have recognized by Top Workplaces as one of BCD Travel, the ratings firm compared the put into evolving it,” said Christian Dahl, the best companies to work for in America. company’s performance against a proven, BCD’s senior vice president of Strategic

INFINITI Q30 Holds 40% Market Share in UAE’s C-hatch Segment

Arabian Automobiles Company – the cues and evolves them into new dynamic flagship company of the AW Rostamani shapes, with dramatic curves and C-pillars Group and the exclusive dealer for that arc forward in a crescent shape that INFINITI in Dubai, Sharjah and the emphasises motion, even when stationary. Northern Emirates – has released its An important differentiating characteristic January to June 2017 results revealing of the Q30’s design is its combination of that the INFINITI Q30 has secured a 40% elevated stance with an overall height market share in the C-hatch segment that is comparable with models in the within the space of just six months, traditional compact segment. and also showing that INFINITI was the fastest-growing brand in the C-Hatch The INFINITI Q30 is available with 1.6L segment over the same period. The Q30 represents a new era for the brand, with or 2.0L Turbo variants, with the 2.0L Turbo was introduced to the INFINITI line-up in enhanced performance and a dynamic engine delivering a thrilling 208hp and August 2016, when it was completely new new body shape offering an all-new and 350Nm torque. When equipped with to the market and the premium compact highly thrilling driving experience. We are front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the segment. pleased to have witnessed such a positive highest-performing engine in the range is customer response to INFINITI’s first entry capable of powering the INFINITI Q30 Michel Ayat, CEO at Arabian Automobiles into the fast-growing compact segment.” from 0 to 100kph in 7.3 seconds. Company, commented: “The INFINITI Q30 The Q30 takes INFINITI’s signature design

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LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 INFINITI Raise Breast Cancer Awareness with Largest Influencer Campaign in the GCC

INFINITI of Arabian Automobiles launched reminder to visit the doctor for annual the largest influencer campaign in the mammograms. Did you know that by GCC to reach out to the community and doing an annual mammogram a woman raise breast cancer awareness through can decrease their breast cancer risk by up its unique #Pinkfiniti campaign. Over 20 to 90%? Fact! By taking care of the plant, top personalities, with a combined reach it will remind them to visit their doctor exceeding 4 million followers, gathered to and stay breast cancer safe. INFINITI’s support the cause and shoot the region’s #Pinkfiniti plant also comes with a guide biggest ever influencer-led campaign for breast cancer self-exams to give to raise awareness and share gentle customers the best possible chance of reminders for annual mammograms. keeping themselves breast cancer free. The campaign is part of the company’s ongoing To sustain the breast cancer prevention CSR efforts and has been designed to message beyond the month of October strengthen breast cancer awareness and and throughout the entire year, INFINITI promote early detection by uniting the is sharing an ‘Echinopsis Cereus’ cactus community in a caring campaign that will plant that blooms a flower once a year, touch all segments of society. giving its customers a beautiful and gentle

7000 Fleet-Footed, Fast and Curious

needs and wants. Whether it is opening new outlets across the UAE for easier access to its customers or the adoption of cutting-edge technology that augments the customer experience, or taking the lead in sustainability by offering Renault Zoe electric cars, Shift remains true to their brand’s ambition and business philosophy of caring for their customers.

“The growth in our fleet size is a direct reflection of the faith and confidence our customers place in us. They remain our driving force and our inspiration. In fact, the Dubai Quality Awards and the Sh Khalifa Excellence Awards that was won by Shift in the recent past is fully, and truly customer inspired. We devote a lot of attention to the three Ps- People, Process, and Planet and while we remain t seemed only yesterday that a young but where there is a wheel, there is a way. wedded to offering the highest value to fledgling car rental brand came into the And over the years, Shift has definitely our stakeholders. And, we strongly believe UAE landscape. Nine years ago when had its say and today Shift Car Rental that accountability, sustainability, and the company was first established, Shift celebrates a 7,000 vehicle fleet. profitability can go hand in hand,” quoted Car Renal had the vision to be pioneer, a Ashish Nanda, Sr General Manager, Shift differentiator and a market leader. During With care at the fulcrum of its philosophy Car Rental. this time, established international and and brand mission, Shift has always regional brands clouded the RAC space endeavored to pre-empt their customers’

102 Farnek - First Private Company to Pick-up Renault ZOE from Arabian Automobiles by saving 17 tonnes (78%) of carbon emissions annually, compared with any of the existing saloon cars in its fleet, that travel approximately 72,000 kilometres per year. ZOE is the flagship of Arabian Automobiles Renault’s Z.E. (Zero Emissions in use) vehicle range, is an all-electric, multi- award winning, five-door supermini. With the new Z.E.40 battery, ZOE’s range is 400 KM (NEDC) – Renault estimates that in real-world driving conditions this equates to around 300 km. The ZOE is a stylish, comfortable and practical electric car at an affordable price. UAE-based sustainability leader and total impact on the environment still further, by The 2017 ZOE with the Z.E.40 battery, facility management company Farnek, operating its business more sustainably. builds on this success and now delivers has taken delivery of its first electric car, a Renault’s ZOE electric model will help the longest range of any mainstream Renault ZOE as it endeavours to reduce its Farnek to reduce its carbon footprint electric vehicle.”

CIO, Sebastian Samuel Speaks at The DIGITRANS 2017, presented by MIT Sloan and Khaleej Times

in digital transformation, establishing a culture of innovation and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Sebastian Samuel gave an enlightening talk on ‘IT Capabilities: Must-haves for a successful digital transformation’, covering the following topics:

• Efficient and effective IT systems and infrastructure to support a seamless and integrated digital business model

• Ensuring that the infrastructure In November, our Chief Information in an additional saving of $17.3 billion supports the expansion plans and Officer, Sebastian Samuel spoke at annually for companies in the Middle heavy-duty processes in order to keep ‘The DIGITRANS 2017’ - The Digital East. This signals not only the rise in the digital platforms running Transformation Forum, presented by MIT revenues through digital initiatives but Sloan and Khaleej Times. also highlight’s the cost-saving factor • Utilizing IT resources to collect by implementing technology-oriented information about processes, Global investments in digital processes. customers and share valuable insights transformation is estimated to reach to develop a comprehensive digital close to $431 billion by 2021. It has not The forum took place over 2 days at strategy only disrupted the traditional business The H Hotel and discussed captivating processes but it has also been rapidly subjects, which included, digital strategies We congratulate Sebastian for being a part reshaping the global economy and has for the C-suite, planning and investments of this grand event and look forward to created a new breed of innovators, for a digital transformation programme, more inspirational achievements like this visionaries and enablers that are making advanced analytics and cloud computing, in the future. businesses, organizations and people, social media, technology-driven processes future ready. Therefore, the digital for operational excellence, multi-channel transformation initiative could also result and cross-functional, roles of big data

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LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 Employees at KART & KARFF Rewarded for Outstanding Performance in H1 2017 H2 by Sandeep Sahae (Director). After that along with respective managers, he handed over the certificates & cash awards to all deserving employees as token of appreciation for their achievements. In all 12 employees were awarded from both KART & KARFF. Varghese Cherian and Kashmir Lal were judged as Best Heavy Duty Drivers whereas Masaood Khan, Fazal Rahim and Sher Muhammad were recognized as Best Light Duty Drivers. Further, Ron Joseph, Jayadevan, Mohammad Awis and Liyakath Ali were awarded in Best Operator category. Arlene Montojo and Natarajan Sajiraj were With the aim of continuously striving for of passion towards work in H1 2017. The identified as best Best Support Staff and employee satisfaction and motivating eagerly awaited awards ceremony is a half last but not the least, Best Salesperson employees to consistently deliver excellent yearly event and latest event was held in award was given to Shajeer AK. The results, KAR Freight and KAR Transport in August 2017. The ceremony comprised awards are a way of appreciating the rewarded their select few employees of a brief customary address to all the efforts put in by employees and inspiring in recognition of their outstanding employees regarding H1 performance everyone for continued success in future. performance, commitment and high levels along with the goals & challenges in

The Debut of the Nissan BladeGlider

The debut of the Nissan BladeGlider prototypes forms part of Nissan’s on-going commitment to the development of zero- emission vehicles and new automotive technologies including autonomous drive systems and connectivity. Nissan already sells the world’s highest-volume zero- emission car, the LEAF, and is pioneering Intelligent Mobility systems that will be deployed in a range of vehicles over coming years.

With the Nissan BladeGlider, Nissan’s vision was for an agile, efficient EV that would provide new dimensions of driving fun and excitement – a car that would “glide,” thanks to the near-silent performance of its electric powertrain and aerodynamic shape. After two years of work on design, engineering and development, Nissan BladeGlider has evolved further into an exciting, real-life study into the potential of advanced EV performance. Nissan

104 Shift Car Rental Driver Finds Envelope Filled with Thousands of Dirhams

One afternoon in October, Zeeshan and there was AED50,500! We repeatedly Ameen from Shift Car Rental was called the customer for 3 hours but there attending customer who was returning was no answer.’ Finally, Zeeshan reached his hire vehicle. The customer was in a him on his mobile and told him ‘Sir you hurry and emphasized that he needed to forgot something’, instantly the customer be somewhere and rushed off. Zeeshan knew what he had forgotten and thanked continued his checks of the car. On Zeeshan over and over again, telling him opening the glove box he found a large what a great man he was. Customer told envelope inside. He checked the envelope that he could come anytime to collect and to his great surprise, he found a large the envelope. The customer arrived at amount of money inside. ‘I was very the office and gave Zeeshan a hug and shocked and called the customer to tell shared more thanks. ‘My colleagues and him he had forgotten his money’ said managers told me what a great job I had Zeeshan, but the customer didn’t answer. done, thanked me for my honesty and ‘I went to the office and informed the shared the news with the full team.’ team. We counted the money in the office

Multiple New Store Openings for AW Rostamani Lifestyle

This year sees multiple impressive changes to AW Rostamani’s Lifestyle arm. From new store openings in prime locations to three new brand arrivals. Here is a little sneak peek into what you can look out for in the next coming months. Georj Jensen will be opening in the Atlantis Avenues early this year, as well as The Dubai Mall. Vhernier will be opening in the new extension of Dubai Mall, located alongside other iconic luxury fashion and jewellery brands. Lastly, AW Rostamani are excited to announce that a new popular lifestyle brand from the US will be joining Lifestyle.

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LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 AMARON - The Green Revolution in the UAE

Amara Raja Batteries Limited (ARBL) achieved incremental month- on-month branding for 15 selected dealers in the entrusted their flagship brand Amaron sales growth and ARBL appreciated AWR Q3 2017 which was much appreciated with AWR Trading in 2010. India’s Trading with a memento in November by AMARON Management. This was first largest selling Automotive Battery which 2017 for their performance in Q2 and of its kind in the UAE or any other GCC contains the patented silvenx alloy that Q3 performance. Mr. Vinod George, market. gives Amaron batteries long lasting Middle East Head of Exports handed over power. Across over 400 dealers across the memento to Luigi Rubinacci and the ARBL and AWRT jointly conducted mini the UAE, more than half a million of Trading team. customer meets for the dealers and spare Amaron batteries have been sold since its parts shops. This will help the team in introduction to the region, demonstrating Understanding the potential of the UAE enhancing the knowledge about the an impressive, incomparable sales growth market, ARBL and AWRT jointly decided product and also in sharing this knowledge of the brand in the Middle East. to execute extensive sales and marketing with the dealers to convince the customers activities to support the sales of Amaron on buying AMARON. During the mini AWR Trading has made number one in UAE. Prime activity was extensive meet, ARBL arranged surprise gifts, for Dealer in the Middle East ranking for the brand awareness through dealer counters. the flash quiz conducted which was a key last four consecutive years. Trading has As a result AWRT conducted extensive highlight.

Ajman Municipality presents Shift Technologies with Partner Award

Shift Technologies delivered a notable • Enhanced decision making as quality project for Ajman Municipality. The data will be timely available due to project involved a Platform Architecture the strong integration provided by the Review and Roadmap Study to platform compliment the Municipality’s efforts in building a technology platform that allows • Achieve cost and effort optimization them to transform their digital services. and redundancies elimination

Shift Technologies assisted AM in defining In appreciation of Shift Technologies’ the architecture principles for the new ability to efficiently deliver the project to platform which effectively enabled AM to the satisfaction of all stakeholders, Ajman achieve the following business objectives: Municipality presented the team with an award. • Deliver a platform that simplifies and speeds up catering to the business and technologies changes with less time, cost, and interruptions

106 Award-Winning Campaign Ideas and Creativity – INFINITI Wins an Effie Award!

potential buyers in the middle of their purchasing cycle. INFINITI also built an extensive audience pool of users who had shown interest in the past and retargeting them with our countdown ads.

The campaign was also supported with outdoor advertising, newspapers and radio spots across all the major stations. By taking precious time away from the retargeted audience INFINITI gave them a heighten sense of ‘FOMO’ the ‘Fear Of Missing Out’. Ultimately encouraging them to commit to their INFINITI purchase, resulting in faster sales.

Showroom walk-ins increased by more Time is like a sword, if you don’t cut it, gave their customers a chance to trade in than 30 percent in just 3 days. The Fujairah it will end up by cutting you. This Arabic their old car for a brand new INFINITI. branch alone enjoyed 100% conversion proverb helped inspired the INFINITI Trade rate. More than 40% of customers In campaign. Studies indicate that the path The catch? Customers only had 6 days that walked into the showrooms were to purchase takes 3 months to complete, to take advance of our offer…INFINITI converted into a new INFINITI owner. Not from researching the car customers are launched this campaign a month before only did INFINITI double their conversion interested in, to showroom visit all the Ramadan began, a period where potential rate from last year but the INFINITI team way to making a final decision. But car buyers usually wait for best auto deals did it in less than half the time. with a downward economy, slower than and offers. INFINITI put their audience on normal traffic to the showroom and stiff the spot triggering a sense of urgency to And that’s not all… the impact of the competition, INFINITI needed to get car make their final decision before it was too campaign also gained an incredible award. sales up FAST. late. Everywhere they went, On the 15th November, INFINITI won INFINITI reminded them that the clock an EFFIE award for great campaign ideas INFINITI didn’t have the luxury of time… was ticking, from their trade in event and creativity which achieved astonishing so they decided to take it away from their which they promoted online with results and in their case, created a real target audience on May 1st 2017 and Facebook to their targeted banner ads sales impact. launched a time sensitive campaign that that used different data points to intercept

Georg Jensen Unveils Limited Editions Celebrating the Union of the Nation

Georg Jensen unveils limited editions pieces are timeless. Greig Fowler, CEO of pieces, a Fusion Ring and Necklace in the AW Rostamani Lifestyle said, “We are very colours of the UAE flag to celebrate the proud of the limited-edition pieces that union of the nation. were created by Georg Jensen. The brand has done a phenomenal job at capturing The pieces are assembled using a mixture all the elements of the United Arab of emerald, ruby gemstones and black Emirates during this period of patriotism diamonds, in silver or yellow gold. The and spirit. new high-end jewels reflect Georg Jensen’s philosophy himself, The colours of the UAE flag represent unity which is to create democratic designs and we have incorporated that into the possessing both functionality and beauty. jewellery. We are very proud to provide By embracing the art nouveau lines people with functional jewellery which of the day and injecting them with a they can wear to display their national distinctive vigour, serene flowing forms pride.” are exquisitely sculpted, making sure the

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Event Reflects AW Rostamani Celebrates the UAE’s 46th National Day

On Wednesday 29th November, all staff The event began with a welcome speech in front of the AWR headquarters. Balloons of AW Rostamani joined together in front by AWR’s Emiratisation team. Following in the UAE flag colours were released into of the AW Rostamani Group building to this, staff paid their respects with a one the sky, which was met with a large round- celebrate the special occasion of the UAE’s minute silence and rejoiced the National of-applause by the united audience. 46th National Day. Anthem whilst three UAE flags were raised

110 Dubai International Motor Show - Nissan

Arabian Automobiles was proud to be Maktoum Knowledge Foundation. His showcasing of 100% electric models, part of the opening ceremony of Dubai Highness visited the Nissan stand to branding at various strategic locations in International Motor Show representing witness the Nissan BladeGlider and the and around the exhibition area; and the Nissan with a stand size of 1,472 2nd generation Nissan Leaf, both of which Kicks UEFA Activation zone set just outside m2 showcasing 18 stunning models. highlighted the Nissan Intelligent Mobility the main entrance to the exhibition halls. The 15th edition of the show was well technologies. He was welcomed into Both electric models, Nissan BladeGlider attended with over 300 regional and local the stand by Mr. Khalid Al Rostamani, & Nissan Leaf along with Nissan media covering all aspects of the show. Vice-Chairman; Mr. Michel Ayat, GTR NISMO special tuned Guinness Chief Executive Officer; and the top World Record holder attracted large The event was inaugurated by His management. interest. Other key models like Maxima Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed Midnight edition, Patrol NISMO and the bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman Presence of Arabian Automobiles - Nissan accessorized Patrol Super Safari were very of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al one of the largest stand in the show, popular.

Shift Technologies Announce Success of Bespoke Enterprise Architecture Workshop with Dar Group

Dar and its many subsidiaries into one Technology Advisory; Jawad Issa, Senior unified program for the Group. The highly Manager EA Practice of Shift Technologies. comprehensive modules included an Commenting on the impact of the overview of EA, the engagement process workshop and the nature of the and key exercises to allow the workshop collaboration, Dr.Dani Abu Ghaida, CIO attendees hands on experience developing of Dar Group, said, the key foundation items for a practical EA practice. “When we selected Shift Technologies as a partner for this vital milestone on our EA Shift Technologies recently held a The content of the workshop focused journey, our objectives were to select a customised workshop to share their on Dar Group’s desire to maximize the partner that has a deep understanding and expertise and training with Dar Group efficiency of their operations, unlock experience in EA, a vendor that can create in enabling their global Enterprise additional value for their customers and value through such an engagement, and a Architecture (EA) practice. support the business in providing the most training team that can deliver such value innovative solutions. Bringing a wealth to our global EA team. The feedback from The collaborative, discussion-based of industry knowledge, the workshop the EA team on the workshop, has been workshop communicated Shift included high profile speakers and extremely positive; they all appreciated the Technologies’ extensive experience attendees from across the globe: Yousef value demonstrated by Shift Technologies implementing over 150 EA projects Al-Barkawie, CEO of Shift Technologies; and are very excited about the next steps and designing training programs and James de Raeve, VP of The Open Group; of the EA journey!” presented how they can enable EA for Ahmad Abu Hantash, Partner at PWC,

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LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 INFINITI of Arabian Automobiles Company Unveils the New QX80 18YM at the Dubai International Motor Show 2017

NFINITI revealed the new QX80 full-size luxury SUV for the first time at the 2017 Dubai International Motor Show.

Further advancing INFINITI’s market- leading presence in the full-size luxury SUV segment, the QX80 takes INFINITI’s ‘Powerful Elegance’ design language in a bold new direction, creating a powerful, contemporary and commanding aesthetic.

• New QX80 exemplifies INFINITI’s presence in the luxury SUV segment • Bold proportions and a commanding exterior design • Luxurious cabin with quality materials, a hand-crafted feel, and advanced technologies • Comfort assured by taut, refined It strengthens the brand’s position in the of the Middle East for INFINITI. Christian dynamics and drive assist global full-size SUV segment, which Meunier, INFINITI Global Division Vice technologies currently accounts for more than half of all President, “The new QX80 gives drivers an full-size luxury car sales around the world. assured feeling of control and confidence The new INFINITI QX80 has been The fact that we held the global reveal in at the wheel.” designed and engineered to allow Dubai reinforces the strategic importance customers to travel everywhere in luxury.

Digital Transformation, Parts Department Has Introduced New Dealer Online Portal

mentioned on pg. XX) the Parts Dealer Team conducted region-wise training for wholesale customers frontline sales executives sharing the advanced features of the dealer online system.

Here, the team demonstrated how the new net pricing methodology will support AAC in achieving price stability, eliminate pricing disparity among dealers, enhance order turnaround time and eventually enhance customer satisfaction.

The training was attended by 104 front line salesmen from authorized Nissan Parts Dealerships across Dubai & Northern The new Dealer online smart app includes accounts, view genuine parts brochures Emirates and was conducted by Mr. advanced features such as giving our and also communicate with the sales team Sham Shah Shajahan, Manager – Dealer Nissan/Renault wholesale customers digitally. The new advanced B2B Dealer Development, Planning & Marketing. a place to direct orders to our arts Online Portal and Smart Phone App will Before the close of session, all trainees Distribution Center, view their monthly be operational from this month. participated in Q&A session and were targets, sales achievements, available awarded with training certificates. credit limits dynamically, new promotions In order to create awareness of the and offers, download statement of new advanced portal and app, (as

112 Downtown Design Week – Georg Jensen and Apartment 51 Participate in the Re- gion’s Largest Design Exhibition

Georg Jensen and Apartment51 participated in this year’s Downtown Design exhibition, in Dubai Design District (D3), during November 14-16 2017, showcasing their latest collection lines and best-selling pieces.

Georg Jensen – The Danish design house presented first-hand explanation of Georg Jensen’s its Cobra, Boom, Alfredo, Cafu and expertise and craftsmanship in creating Bernadotte lines to guests attending quality, aesthetic and timeless designs, Downtown Design. The unique pieces, whilst also sharing some uniquely all a true testimony to the brand’s Scandinavian design insights. craftsmanship and exceptional aesthetic Speaking at the event, Greig Fowler, design, can be gold plated or engraved CEO of AW Rostamani Lifestyle said, upon purchase at the event. “Participation at Downtown Design is a The magnificent stand, located at the front perfect pairing with Georg Jensen’s style of the exhibition housed Georg Jensen’s in- of expression and the values it holds house silversmith, Adnan Hadzihanovic, true. Georg Jensen represents quality who is flew in especially for the event from craftsmanship and exceptional design, Copenhagen. The renowned silversmith while also supporting budding talent, all treated guests to a demonstration and values that this event champions.”

Apartment51 – Apartment51 showcased its wide variety of debut at Downtown Design, known for luxurious yet affordable home furnishings its Scandinavian minimalistic styling. and accessories to decorate the homes of Attendees were intrigued by the unique those with a sophisticated taste and eye for products sourced from inspiration around design. the world including Kosta Boda from Bloomingville, the latest brand to come Sweden, HM from Turkey, and Rivierie on board at Apartment51 made its from Italy.

Arabian Automobiles Renault Participates in the 5th Edition of The Big Clearance Sale

Retail Establishment (DFRE) ), an agency of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism). Arabian Automobiles offered customers a unique chance to enter a grand prize draw to win two Renault Koleos shopping at The Big Clearance Sale. In addition all customers visiting the Renault Koleos Stand Display got additional benefits of entering into a lucky draw to win 1 Night Stay at Fujeirah Rotana Resort and Spa for 3 Winners. Arabian Automobiles Company has enjoyed a long standing and fruitful partnership with the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment / Dubai Tourism AAC Renault participates in the 5th Trade Centre. Back for its 5th edition, the since its inception and continuing journey Edition of The Big Clearance Sale, a shopping event gives people the chance to together by supporting the Big Clearance three-day shopping extravaganza held enjoy more than 80% off over 50 brands Sale with Renault. from 24 - 26 August at the Dubai World organized by the Dubai Festivals and

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LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 INFINITI partners with MISS EUROPE CONTINENTAL 2017

INIFINITI partnered with MISS EUROPE CONTINENTAL 2017 as the official automotive partner. Saturday 7th October 2017, AAC INFINITI welcomed 25 Miss Europe Continental contestants at the INFINITI Center in Dubai for a photo opportunity with bloggers and INFINITI Customers. Miss Europe Continental is one of the largest and most influential fashion and talent shows in Europe and is now in Dubai for the first time outside of Europe. Since its inception, the pageant competition has been dedicated to promoting European culture and heritage.

During the competition in Dubai, all pageants will be chauffeured to the several locations in Dubai on board of INFINITI vehicles. The Dubai competition took place on 11th October at the Palazzo Versace Hotel in Dubai.AAC Fleet Desert Safari Event 2017

AAC Parts Management Conducts VAT Seminar During Quarterly Dealer Performance Meet in PDC-DIC

for Renault & later invited Mr. Srikrishna Dealers with electronic gadgets for their Iyer, Manager – Finance to share an excellent sales performance in H1’17 overview on the Value Added Tax (VAT) and once again shared the ongoing travel to be launched by UAE Government. The campaign for H2’17 with an all expense session on VAT touched upon general paid trip to Bangkok Thailand. principles of VAT, VAT Regulations The event was attended by delegations requirements and VAT liabilities with a from Nissan Middle East, Mr. Amit Rane clear message to our Trade Partners that – Deputy General Manager and Mr. VAT is not a cost to their business and Rohit Verma – Sr. Manager, Marketing concluded with an interesting Q&A and Mr. Shibu Abraham – Parts Manager, session. Renault Middle East, and AAC Aftersales AAC Parts Management conducted Management, Mr. Sharad Dubey – their Quarterly Parts Dealers Meet The program immediately followed with Director Aftersales, Mr. NR Kannan – at Parts Distribution Center, DIC on the Nissan Vehicle Campaign awarding General Manager, Parts. 25th September 2017 to reward their top performing dealers, 2 Nissan Kicks Top Performing Trade Partners Nissan and 4 Nissan Sentra were awarded to 7 Mr. Talath Abbas – Sr. Manager, Parts and Renault for their outstanding Star Plus and 7 Star Dealers, respectively. Operations concluded the program Sales Performance in Q2’17 & H1’17 Cash rewards were also given away to Top with a vote of thanks. The event ended performance respectively. 10 performing Dealers categorized under successfully with a lunch buffet. Taking Taking this opportunity, Mr. Sendhil to 5 Stars and 3 Stars. Parts Management this opportunity, Aftersales Management Nathan Mani- Sr. Manager Parts, heading also launched the Q4’17 NMEF sponsored appreciated PDC Operations team for domestic parts sales thanked the Travel Campaign – “A Genuine Surprise their valuable contribution which is the partners for their valuable support and Awaits” - to an amazing destination which backbone of Parts business. overwhelming performance in Q2’17 will absolutely motivate all the Dealers. for Nissan and in H1’17 performance Renault Parts also rewarded the Top 6

114 AAC Fleet Desert Safari Event 2017

AAC Fleet department organised a special from Lama Tours, Mr. Bilal from Happy 25 complimentary desert safari kits, which Nissan Patrol V6 Test Drive Event on the Adventures, Mr. Mohd from Orient Tours & included valued items such as front & 2nd October 2017 at Badayer for the Mr. Bakhtiyar. The event created awareness rear skid plates, bead lock wheels, air 37 leading Safari Companies, including and offered a hands-on sales opportunity compressor, roof rails, kinetic ropes, sand Lama Tours, Rayna Tours LLC, Dubai and to promote the Nissan Patrol to the Desert ramp and desert edition badges to the Destination Tourism LLC, Orient Tours Safari companies. first 25 customers. The event has already LLC. Collectively, the 37 companies proved to be a success, with 8 units totaled an attendee list of over 70 AAC gave a warm welcome to all booked this month and further inquiries participants in Dubai who can influence guests and presented the heritage of accumulating each day. the market in this segment. Key influencers Nissan Patrol along with its power and amongst the group included Mr. Avatar performance in the desert. NMEF offered

Shift Technologies Partners with SnapLogic

Last month, Shift Technologies proudly connect data and applications across the announced their partnership with enterprise so they can automate business SnapLogic. SnapLogic is the leader processes, accelerate decision-making, in self-service application and data and drive better business outcomes. integration. To celebrate the partnership, Shift Technologies hosted a soft launch at Hundreds of Global 2000 customers rely Hilton by Double Tree, Dubai. on SnapLogic to reduce the time and cost of their cloud, analytics, and digital During the event, speakers gave an initiatives. Using SnapLogic, customers insightful overview of the SnapLogic can quickly integrate using a visual, snap product and conducted a live demo and assemble interface. demonstrating the tool’s capabilities. SnapLogic offers faster and easier ways to

KAR Freight Participates in NAFL Conference on VAT

Trade Centre in Dubai. NAFL is a leading implications for logistics service provider association for Freight and Logistics companies. After that, there was a small companies in UAE which undertakes Q&A session hosted by Dubai Customs initiatives like networking events, training official to address common issues related programs and awareness sessions on new to customs procedures. The event was also rules & regulations. Sandeep Sahae (Director, marked by recognition for KAR Freight and KAR Freight) has been a board member in AW Rostamani Group on account of being NAFL during 2013-14. a global finalist (Vikram Nagarajan) in Young Being an active member of NAFL (National International Freight Forwarder of the Year Association of Freight and Logistics), The agenda of the conference was to (2017) competition by FIATA (International KAR Freight participated in a conference update all members about VAT legislation Federation of Freight Forwarders organised by the association in World recently approved by UAE government and Associations).

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LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 AW Rostamani Employees Donate Blood and Save Lives

We believe that serving our communities and its citizens is part of our corporate social responsibility objectives, reflecting our brand promise, Life Enriched. To uphold our promise, our recent blood donation campaign, in collaboration with Dubai Health Authority, enabled 82 of our AW Rostamani employees to donate blood and save lives.

We will be hosting more blood drives over the next coming months at our offices to give everyone this opportunity to save lives and give back to our community. Everyone showed great enthusiasm and pride in donating their blood, creating a strong sense of unification.

Every donor was gifted with a snack pack which contained healthy items which were recommended for after giving blood, such as a banana and nuts for their vitamin B-6 content, a yoghurt for Riboflavin and a small orange juice for Vitamin C. We thank everyone who participated and we look forward to the next drive.

New Customer Welcome Meet

Department initiated “New Customer Welcome Meet” program. The program invites all new AAC customers to the service center through personal calls from the GCRM department.

This is an on-going quarterly activity and for 2017 AAC Aftersales have conducted four new customer welcome meets at Dibba and Ras Al Khaimah, Dhaid & Umm Al Quwain Showrooms. These events were well appreciated by the customers who said that this was a good initiative where they can meet the management and learn about the features of their new vehicle.

A pre-decided team of attendees from Sales and Aftersales department attended the event, which included senior management, branch representative and the technical team. Refreshments were With the objective to introduce Aftersales customers might have about their new offered to the customers, as well as special Team to new Nissan/Infiniti/Renault vehicle and to build positive relationships gifts. customers, to answer technical queries with their customers, AAC Aftersales

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best business solutions to our customers. By working together, they build the trust of our customers and provide them with full-cycle customised service. The Meet was attended by the Fleet Service HO team, Sales Senior Managers, Key Account Executives, and Supervisors and was held over 3 days in October. The agenda for the meet included, introductions across the teams, enhanced service contract sales with higher penetration, customer experience, database handling and Service Contract packages. The meet has already resulted in the improvement of efficient and quick To ensure a close relationship between Fleet Service team, to discuss upselling in sharing of customer feedback information Fleet Sales & Aftersales, AAC Fleet terms of Fleet Service Contracts and the and faster solutions, the clean-up of the organized “SALES & AFTERSALES” meet multiple benefits of working together. It is customer database, sharing of leads and across the branches during the first week increasingly important for the Fleet Sales market research and, has ensured a better of October 2017. The meet was used as a and Aftersales team to work closely due understanding of Fleet Service Contracts. platform to introduce the Fleet Sales and to their shared commitment to offering the

Engaging Activities at Staff Accommodation

Camp Ka Champ is one of the UAE’s Suhel, Nijamuddin Shirgaonkar, Anil classes to our employees at the Al Quoz largest singing competitions in the UAE Pais, Binshad Basheer, Mohammad Iqbal, accommodation. We feel it is extremely for the blue collar working community. Prasanth Kumar, Hiranya Raj Paudel, important to offer our employees the best This year marks its 11th season, whereby Pinkalbhai Arvindbhai Patel, Shanker learning opportunities and we believe over 4,000 participants auditioned across Das Sathani, Noor Hossail, Rabinder and improving their English is an indispensable the country. Twelve of AW Rostamani’s Madan Kumar. life-skill. Currently, the classes have employees were proudly selected for received over 40 registered participants the quarterfinals which were held at As part of enriching the lives of our and the program took place after work the Al Quoz Staff accommodation. Our employees as well as our customers, hours for 5 consecutive days. talented quarterfinalists include Shaikh we are bringing English speaking

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LifeEnriched | Winter/Spring 2018 Health and Wellness: The Biggest Challenge Last month, AWR kicked-off the key part of our Health and Wellness Initiative – The Biggest Challenge. More than 160 staff participated in the challenge in pursuit of improving their health and fitness. This is a two month long challenge which includes, fitness classes such as body pump, yoga, 6D training and many more. The classes are held at our Head Office and supported by Fitness First Deira City Centre Branch at their gym facility.

Free Eye-Check Up AW Rostamani helped promote the Health and Wellness initiative by offering a free eye check-up for all staff. More than 170 staff enjoyed the opportunity to having a complimentary eye-check up at their own convenience here at the office. In addition, all AW Rostamani Staff and their family also received a 30% discount for any eye related services.

Core Values Awareness Sessions AW Rostamani creates a cultural unity and a sense of identification through its Core Values. These Core Values are the basis of how we conduct our business, ensuring to motivate the correct attitudes and behaviors among its employees. It is important that we live these core values every day and apply them in everything we do.

In our journey to further enhance our employee’s awareness of AWR Core Values, the GHRD – T&D Department have conducted a number of awareness sessions for different departments including Real Estate, BI, Lumina and Lifestyle. The awareness sessions did not only include a presentation of the core values, but the sessions also included a fun and engaging board game which allowed the participants to think about each Core Value and its behaviors. It was certainly a competitive, fun and engaging session for all.

118 A Successful Sporting Season For AWR

This season we have enjoyed a very Championship by defeating Transgulf and got the second place after Dubai Islamic successful sporting season! As part of Dar – Al Handasah corporate teams in the Bank in the finals. The AWR team has also Pinktober, both our men’s and women’s finals, our women’s volleyball team stood been awarded as the best performance in volleyball teams have participated second in the championship! debut tournament award and Mohammed in corporate tournaments hosted by We have also participated in Fit on Shahir (AWR Group IT) received ‘Man of Dubai Stars Sportsplex. While our Click’s Corporate Cricket Championship the Match’ for his performance in the final. men’s volleyball team won Yalla Pink Tournament, in which our AWR team has

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