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IOTA

Founded in 1982, IOTA Group is an independent Swiss company, specialized in consulting and international services delivery for heavy industrial projects, energy and transports.Operating globally, IOTA Group creates International Talent Resourcing, Gateway Services, Training and Global Mobility solutions, for our customers and delivers these solutions locally.
We are experts in international laws & regulations and in the management of the mobility process.
We handle our human resources management and respect all compliance requirements in countries, where we operate.

Natura Bissé

A leading Spanish cosmetic treatment company, NATURA BISSÉ was founded by Ricardo Fisas Mulleras in 1979. Product quality is a pillar of NATURA BISSÉ’s success. A leader in research, development and innovation, NATURA BISSÉ’s formulas are created with the highest concentration of highly effective, innovative ingredients. NATURA BISSÉ has achieved unequivocal international success which has given the company entry to the most prestigious points of sale around the world.

The company has four subsidiaries: United States, Mexico, Arab Emirates and Great Britain. With a market presence in more than 35 countries, products are available at internationally renowned establishments such as Harrods, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Barneys NY, Bloomingdales and Harvey Nichols. The company is also present in the most sought-after destination spas in the world, such as The Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, Park Hyatt, St. Regis, Jumeirah, The Address, Mandarin Oriental and Rosewood, among other well-known hotel chains. Celebrities all around the globe and renowned make-up artists are some of the brand’s most faithful clients. For several years, NATURA BISSÉ has been a part of the biggest film events in the world. The company is currently led by the second generation of the Fisas family.

WHITEHALL CONSULTING

Whitehall & Company is a global consulting firm specializing in tax, finance, strategy, and globus. Our founders envisioned a company that closes the inherent gap between countries and markets, bringing the world’s best hands-on experience to the customer.

Our view of business practice is shaped by our international background: we see mutual trust as the underlying value that underpins our Code of Conduct and Action. Each team member knows that the greatest results are achieved when the potential of working together is unlocked.

Indra

Indra is a leading consulting and technology multinational in Europe and Latin America, present in the United Arab Emirates with offices in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. It provides solutions and services for the Transport and Traffic, Energy and Industry, Public Administration and Healthcare, Financial Services, Security and Defence and Telecom and Media sectors.

Our vision

As a corporate project, Indra has always been built around a long-term vision and the firm belief that maintaining acompany profile focused on innovation with a strong technological base and offering premium solutions to leading clients allow us to generate higher growth and profitability rates and, by extension, acquire the capacity to create value in the short, medium and long term.

In 2004, following a consultation and feedback period with company professionals, we therefore defined our vision as follows:

“To be an innovative knowledge-based company in our relations with internal and external stakeholders (shareholders, professionals, clients, etc.), with the institutions that cultivate and develop this knowledge, and with the communities in which we operate.”

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr

Fairmont Bab Al Bahr is a beachfront five star hotel in Abu Dhabi with unrivalled views of a design masterpiece – Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Located just a 15-minute drive from the Abu Dhabi Airport and 45-minute from Dubai, enjoy the best of both worlds at Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, the close proximity to a neighboring metropolis and Abu Dhabi attractions, including the first Ferrari theme park with the fastest roller coaster in the world, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix race Circuit, and Yas Waterworld , the region’s largest waterpark.

With a striking exterior made of sheer blue glass, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr features 369 contemporary and spacious guestrooms and suites, as well as Fairmont Gold, highlighted by one of the largest lounges in the city filled with plush seating areas and full culinary set up’s for daily made-to-order breakfast, and evening hors d’oeuvres and beverages, all against a staggering backdrop of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

An outdoor, Olympic length swimming pool with dedicated family and children areas, Jacuzzi and a pristine beach line, offer a refreshing pace, while world class dining, including Marco Pierre White restaurant from the former three Michelin star British chef complete the luxury experience.

In close proximity to the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), Fairmont Bab Al Bahr also complements business travel with 10 meeting rooms and a ballroom; with flexible layout extending out to picturesque outdoor lawn spaces and piers into the Abu Dhabi Creek boosting spectacular views.

DAFZA

Established in 1996 as part of the Dubai Government’s strategic plan to become an investment-driven economy, DAFZA is one of the fastest-growing premium free zones in the region. It is currently home to over 1,600 companies from various industry sectors, including aviation, freight and logistics, IT and telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, engineering, food & beverage, jewelry, and cosmetics. Located strategically within the boundaries of the Dubai International Airport, DAFZA offers a wide range of modern facilities with state-of-the-art infrastructure. International investors can enjoy dynamic growth through DAFZA’s excellent incentive packages.

As part of our service, we offer companies a base within a modern and comprehensive environment to do business from. We also offer tax and duty exemptions, full repatriation of earnings and total business ownership. We help international and local businesses incorporate in Dubai. So whether you are a cosmetics company or a crude oil supplier, the Dubai Airport Freezone Authority can help you obtain a Dubai business license. We specialize in Freezone establishments as well as the opening of a branch office of an existing company. The process of setting up your business is easy. It requires minimal paperwork and a set fee, and the processing time is fast. DAFZA is a host to multinational companies from over 20 diverse industries ranging from Electronics, Telecommunications & Engineering to Aviation, Logistics and Financial Services. The Freezone is the gateway to leading business markets in Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa.

PROVACUNO

Provacuno, the Agro-food Inter-professional Organization of the Spanish Beef Industry, consists of national associations that represent companies from the production, industrial and commercial sectors of this product. These associations represent and defend the interests of their members. In addition, Provacuno is where these associations come together and where decisions are adopted with regards to the internal regulation of the sector.

Provacuno was established on 2 December 1997 and officially recognized as an agro-food inter-professional organization by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, on 30 June 1998, in accordance with Law 38/1994 that regulates the agro-food inter-professional organizations.

It represents approximately 85% of the industry in Spain, including both producers and processors.

EL CORREO DEL GOLFO

EL CORREO DEL GOLFO, the first and only Spanish newspaper in the United Arab Emirates, the Arabian Gulf, and the Middle East, is today a consolidated fact. Since December 2012, it publishes its digital edition where daily summarizes the most noted news that interest to the Hispanic community-based in the UAE, 100.000 people from Mexico, Venezuela, Argentina, Peru, Ecuador, Spain, Panama, Colombia, Chile, Bolivia, Uruguay, República Dominicana and Costa Rica.

Our website has an average of 14.000 visits per day, where the most percentage come from Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

EL CORREO DEL GOLFO has also the support of local authorities and the governments of the Hispanic community and personalities.

EL CORREO DEL GOLFO has initiated its printed edition, with a distribution of 10.000 copies per number, at the beginning of 2014 with monthly nature and it is distributed in the noted points of the Hispanic community in Dubai and Abu Dhabi mainly. It has also a very important presence in the embassies, consulates, trade offices, companies, restaurants, stores, sports centres, academies, malls, hotels and many others interest points.

Safety Horizon

Safety Horizon ECI is a Certification Body , based in Murcia (Spain ) and with presence in UAE, which provides specialized certification and quality control services to F&B and Cosmetic Manufacturers.

Safety Horizon ECI is the only Certification Body recognized by the United Arab Emirates government through its Accreditation Body, Emirates International Accreditation Center (EIAC).

Safety Horizon ECI is born from the need to create a certifying body that combines the technical-scientific and religious components, thus guaranteeing a product with the highest demands in terms of food safety as well as following the dictates of the Islamic Law.

All our certification auditors have demonstrated capacity, training and experience in quality and food safety as well as in cosmetics.

Among the professional profiles we highlight graduates in Veterinary Medicine, Food Science and Technology, Pharmacy and Biology, as well as Muslim scholars in Sharia and Islamic teachings.

Safety Horizon ECI guarantees a quality certification, with the utmost seriousness and recognized internationally, allowing Muslim consumers, both from Spain as well as in the countries of destination, to have the absolute confidence that Islamic standards and precepts are followed along with the most rigorous standards in Food Safety.

Our Mission is to increase the presence of Spanish agri-food products in the United Arab Emirates and other Muslim markets, ensuring that the compulsory technical and health requirements as well as Halal precepts are met through an exhaustive end-to-end control and monitoring across the food value chain, facilitating with these processes, the development of new markets for Spanish food producers as well as the divulgation of the Spain brand in the mentioned fields.

ABARCA SEGUROS

ABARCA, YOUR PARTNER IN SURETY BONDS!!

ABARCA SEGUROS is an insurance company operating in Spain, Portugal and Italy under the freedom to provide services in the EU and devoted exclusively to Surety Bonds. Due to its specialization, the company has positioned itself as a solvent and effective insurer which stands out due to the efficiency of its services, the diversity of its coverage and its capacity for immediate response, offering a customized solution for every need.

ABARCA SEGUROS is the first insurance company to achieve a rating in less than two years. It currently has a B+ rating from the A.M. BEST rating agency, allowing the company to issue bonds required by certain private entities and public authorities.

ABARCA IN MIDDLE EAST

The company ABARCA Seguros will carry out advisory and consultancy work in the implementation of Surety Bonds in Middle East.

ABARCA will provide advice and consultancy on procedures and underwriting, participating actively in the development of this branch by the local company settled with a local partner whose work also includes contacts with local administrations, in order to define the formats and processes that should be included in the opening of this branch.

CORPORATE VALUES:

We firmly believe that “Integrity” is the root of everything, “Ethics” is the essence of a customer-oriented attitude, and “Professionalism” is the foundation of customer service, while “Innovation” is the key to retain eternal competitiveness.

OUR MISSION:

We expect Abarca to become one of the biggest insurance players in the surety market in Middle East, servicing small-to-medium sized companies and large enterprises whilst providing superior customer service and surety expertise.

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