Final Quarter 2020 Issue 59 w w w . a l z a y a n i . c o m Once again, It is my pleasure to wel- soul - who left a us a resilient of legacy, come you to a new edition of our prosperity and development for Bahrain quarterly publication “Al Intilaqa”, and during the long decades of the King- extend our sincere appreciation to all dom’s history that is rich with achieve- of you for following the latest news, ments in various fields and sectors. activities and updates of Al Zayani In- As part of the framework of the activities vestments Group. and events of the group’s companies, The last month of the year brings with Euro Motors, has unveiled the latest it the celebrations of the accession of addition to its world’s most luxurious SOUTH KOREAN AMBASSADOR His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al car collection, which is the new Ghost Khalifa and the momentous event of model from Rolls Royce, and it is the VISITS FIRST MOTORS SHOWROOM the Kingdom’s National Day. most technologically advanced mod- Within the framework of cooperation between On this occasion and on behalf of the el to date. First Motors in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Board of Directors and employees of As we close the year, First Motors an- State of South Korea, The management of First our Group, I take this opportunity to nounced the arrival and the sales of the Motors, the exclusive distributor for Hyund- express our sincere congratulations to All-New Genesis G80 executive saloon ai and Genesis vehicles in Bahrain, welcomed HM the King and HRH Prince Salman and Genesis GV80, its first luxury SUV. His Excellency Ambassador Hae Kwon Chung, bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince Additionally, Zayani Motors, which is the Ambassador of South Korea in Bahrain, on and Prime Minister, as well as loyal the exclusive distributor of Mitsubi- Tuesday, 10th November 2020 at First Motors people of the Kingdom of Bahrain, with shi vehicles in the Kingdom, has an- Showroom in Ma’ameer. our best wishes for the continuation of nounced the latest clearance offers on The Ambassador was welcomed by Mr. Khaled safety, progress and prosperity to our all Mitsubishi cars for the year 2020 with Rashid Al Zayani, Member of the Board of Di- beloved Kingdom. huge discounts on all models. rectors of Al Zayani Investments, Mr. Nawaf Al I am pleased to express our sincere As in previous editions, we highlight and Zayani, Managing Director of First Motors, and congratulations to HRH the Crown share the activities and developments Mr. Ahsan Chishty – The General Manager of the Prince on receiving the Royal confi- of our business group that demonstrate Company, and they expressed their gratitude for dence in being appointed as Prime our commitment to delivering the best the visit of His Excellency. Minister. We ask God Almighty to products and services to our valuable During the visit, Mr. Nawaf Al-Zayani took guide HRH in benefiting the Kingdom customers and our initiatives with our the Ambassador on a tour inside the company and its honorable people with contin- team members who are the corner and went around the different departments. He ued development, welfare, and pros- stone of our success and drive for ex- showed him as well the new Hyundai showroom perity under the wise leadership of His cellence. and the showroom dedicated to Genesis (under Majesty the King. With the arrival of the new year, I would construction), which is the first Genesis show- On this important occasion, we also like to take the opportunity to congratu- room in Middle East. remember the virtues and good deeds late all of our valued readers and wish The Ambassador expressed his happiness for of HRH Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al them a healthy, happy and prosperous what he saw in the showroom and the distin- Khalifa - may God have mercy upon his year ahead. guished level comparable to what he saw in South Korea. HYUNDAI DONATES 36,000 FACE MASKS TO BAHRAIN TO HELP FIGHT COVID-19 Hyundai Motor Company is to assisted those in need in coun- Nawaf Al Zayani, Managing Di- world that is always looking to donate medical equipment and tries around the world, we are rector of First Motors, said: “Cul- donate and help people in dif- personal protection items worth proud to expand our support ture of Volunteerism is based ferent countries as we believe USD $2.4 million to countries to countries across the Middle on the application of a set of that it’s a part of our commitment across the Middle East and Afri- East and Africa region that have responsibilities carried out by us and responsibility towards them. ca to help tackle the COVID-19 been hardest hit by the pandem- without having any assignment From this platform, I encourage pandemic. ic. or order to implement them, I companies to work their way, Bahrain is one of the 37 coun- “The contributions of personal seek and encourage everyone and I am proud of the continuous tries that will benefit with Hyun- protection items are another to do a bunch of actions towards cooperation between South Ko- dai contributing 36,000 face step toward of making a posi- the community especially in this rea and Bahrain.” masks that will assist the front- tive difference and we believe if tough time that we are facing.” Also Ahsan Chishty – First Mo- line medical workers and the we work together, we can over- While His Excellency Ambassa- tors General Manager added public during these unprece- come anything.” dor Hae Kwan Chung, Ambas- “At First Motors, and being a dented times. The contribution, “We hope this pandemic can sador of South Korea in Bahrain part of Hyundai bigger family, worth USD $98,000 that Bahrain soon come to an end and we said: “Hyundai is one of the larg- we recognize that our mission received to help the country can help people get back to est Korean manufacturers not to save and improve lives in our combat the COVID-19. their daily lives.” only in Korea, but all over the hearts, and to work diligently to The contribution is part of Hyun- take precautionary measure- dai’s commitment to support ments and actions to limit the those in need in the region. All spread of COVID-19” the equipment will be distrib- “We are proud of our employees uted by the respective govern- who are focused on providing ment and non-government or- the best services while taking ganizations. customer comfort and safety as In recent weeks, Hyundai has our first priority.” helped those in need around the Among Hyundai’s initiatives to world through donations and tackle COVID-19 globally in- contributing medical equipment clude delivering emergency and personal protection items. supplies to medical facilities in Bang Sun Jeong, Vice Presi- China, offering free transporta- dent, Head of Hyundai Motor tion for the elderly and health- Company Middle East & Africa care professionals in Brazil and HQs, said: “Caring for humani- providing a fleet of its vehicles ty has always been at the heart to volunteers and self-isolating of Hyundai’s vision and having customers in the UK. 2 | Final Quarter 2020 GET YOUR DREAM LUXURY CAR ON IMPRESSIVE DISCOUNTS AT EURO MOTORS CARNIVAL Euro Motors, the importer and distributor the displayed cars, with an opportuni- thermore, the event offered the best of of premium automotive brands in Bah- ty for buyers to register themselves for technology innovation, performance and rain, brings back its hugely successful a test drive experience during the sales quality while preserving each brand and and annual Euro Motors CARnival with festival. model identity with the utmost integrity an exceptional vehicle shopping expe- Speaking on the event, the Group Gen- and dedication. rience. Euro Motors will showcase an eral Manager of Euro Motors, David The dealership promises the top pre- impressive line-up of luxury car models McGoldrick, said: “The most anticipat- sentation, excellence, technical ser- featuring BMW, MINI, Jaguar, Land Rov- ed event of the year is our annual Euro vice and customer care for all our cli- er, and Maserati under one roof. Enthu- Motors CARnival sales event, offering ents which not only meet but exceed siasts will experience the latest models, luxury vehicles at affordable prices. their expectations and are unequalled service packages, and a chance to up- This initiative will showcase our multiple in the Kingdom. By visiting the show- grade their existing vehicles to the cur- brands and a massive range of models room and after sales centre located in rent models. for customers, enabling them to select Sitra customers will get to experience This is the second year hosting the suc- their upscale car based on quality, tech- the architectural success of Euro Mo- cessful carnival which was a huge suc- nology, performance, interior, and more, tors befitting several premium brands cess last with customers anticipating in line with their requirements. Most im- and most importantly the cultural image the event and i’s wide selection of lux- portantly, the event will help buyers ex- of Bahrain, using state-of-art technol- ury choices. Customers were pleased perience the luxurious vehicles up-close ogy for both servicing and bodywork to receive advice from highly qualified and make an informed decision with the repairs. On top of that body shop also technicians to help choose their dream help of our highly-skilled team.” contains the water borne paint technol- vehicle. The event took place in Decem- Euro Motors set out to position itself as ogy system, which is the first of its kind ber 12th - 13th from 8 am to 7 pm at the the leader in the automotive industry in to be used by BMW and Land Rover in Euro Motors showroom, featuring over the Kingdom of Bahrain as they are the the entire Middle East region.