ALDAR Properties, Abu Dhabi’s leading, integrated developer, has announced that its Al Raha Beach development Joint Venture Company, ALDAR Laing O’Rourke, has established its first safety milestone at the enormous Al Raha Beach project in Abu Dhabi, with the first one million hours worked without any reportable accident whatsoever.
ALDAR’s achievement endorses its premise that safety is paramount to its entire staff. The organisation adheres to Abu Dhabi Health & Safety regulations, which are now in line with those of the UK. However, it is the one million ‘safe’ worked man hours that stand as a general industry benchmark. Indeed, ALDAR has targeted one million man hours worked without a reportable accident and is evidently pleased to achieve this particular milestone.
“To hit the million hours mark is a major achievement and a credit to everybody concerned. The objective now is not to become complacent but to keep aspiring to the positive safety culture we all desire and to aim for two million hours without a reportable accident. This will be achieved with resolute and proactive health and safety management from everyone involved in the project,” said Al Raha Beach Development Director, Michael Cox.
The achievement is all the more impressive considering that the hours worked on the project are contributed by everybody on the Al Raha Beach development and not just ALDAR Laing O’Rourke’s own management, supervision and operatives. The hours include contractors, delivery personnel, suppliers, caterers and even visitors’ time.
“We hold Health and Safety as a core business value and ALDAR Laing O’Rourke is committed to creating a future free of incidents and injuries. We have moved away from a “policing culture” to one that develops the experience and capability of individuals, managers and project teams to continually improve their own safety performance. The achievement of one million hours worked without an accident is evidence of our commitment to this strategy. It has been particularly rewarding to see the contribution and efforts made by our 1st tier contractors” added Christopher Wilkinson, Managing Director ALDAR Laing O’Rourke.
About ALDAR Properties
ALDAR Properties PJSC is a premier real estate development, management and investment company with headquarters in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The company was formed as the result of an Initial Public Offering (IPO) of shares. The PJSC was created under Emiri Decree No 808 of 2004. ALDAR Properties PJSC is owned by leading Abu Dhabi institutions, founder shareholders and individual investors
ALDAR Properties PJSC was created to fast track real estate investment opportunities, and to offer an opportunity to participate in the prosperity of this increasingly important industry in the UAE.
The current property portfolio includes major developments and re-developments within the Abu Dhabi Emirate, such as the Central Market in Abu Dhabi, the Al Raha Beach Development, Al Gurm Resort, Al Mamoura - the Mubadala Development Company and Environment Agency Abu Dhabi Headquarter Building in Abu Dhabi, and Al Jimi Mall Expansion in Al Ain.
Emirates Computers launches Nokia's N800 Internet Tablet in the Middle East
The Nokia N800 Internet Tablet offers easy connectivity, an intuitive interface and a range of free applications for the best internet and multimedia experience in an ultra portable device
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, July 29, 2007: Emirates Computers today announced the launch of the Nokia N800 Internet Tablet in the UAE. The sleek, widescreen Nokia N800 Internet Tablet combines seamless wireless connectivity with a host of advanced features, for anytime, anywhere internet access.
Speaking on the launch, Mr. Khaldoun Al Shamaa, Business Development and Marketing Manager at Emirates Computers, said, "We are delighted to introduce the much awaited Nokia N800 Internet Tablet for the first time in the Middle East. The slim and lightweight Nokia N800 supports a wide variety of applications and allows you to quite literally carry the Internet in your pocket. We believe that users will thoroughly enjoy and appreciate the high-performance, ultra-portable N800 with its myriad of free applications and ergonomic, user-friendly design.”
The N800 represents the ultimate portability, integrating the internet into daily life for a new level of connectivity. The ultra-sensitive touch-screen and handwriting recognition features provide an intuitive user interface. Users can enjoy an extraordinary multimedia experience thanks to the integrated multimedia capabilities, high-resolution display and high audio quality speakers. The device comes with a host of free, built-in applications that provide easy access to everything from internet radio and instant messaging to web browsing and email. Users can also take advantage of internet calling with video or conduct video conferences with the integrated web camera.
A wide variety of freely downloadable open-source applications further enhance this Linux-based device, such as the Maemo Mapper, a free GPS software that allows it to be used as a convenient personal navigation system. Other applications include Orb, which lets users instantly enjoy digital media providing total connectivity to stream photos, music, video and TV.
The Nokia N800 is available at all Emirates Computers outlets, Emirates Computers Nokia Concept stores and select Nokia resellers. For further information call Emirates Computers’ Nokia Concierge service, toll-free on 800-2226 or log on to www.emiratescomputers.ae/n800 .
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About Emirates Computers:
Emirates Computers (EC) is a leading technology company based in the United Arab Emirates. Since its inception in 1978, EC has been helping customers benefit from technology by providing cost-effective quality solutions and professional services that match the highest international standards. These services, range from mobile communication devices to advanced supercomputers; from small LANs to integrated, multimedia WANs; and from internally developed bilingual applications to enterprise-wide management and decision support systems. For further information on Emirates Computers, please visit www.emiratescomputers.ae
About Nokia Nseries:
Nokia Nseries is a range of high performance multimedia computers that delivers unparalleled mobile multimedia experiences by combining the latest technologies with stylish design and ease of use. With Nokia Nseries products, consumers can use a single device to enjoy entertainment, access information and to capture and share pictures and videos, on the go at any time. www.nseries.com
About Nokia:
Nokia is a world leader in mobile communications, driving the growth and sustainability of the broader mobility industry. Nokia connects people to each other and the information that matters to them with easy-to-use and innovative products like mobile phones, devices and solutions for imaging, games, media and businesses. Nokia provides equipment, solutions and services for network operators and corporations.
