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MERKLE

Merkle is a leading data-driven, technology-enabled performance marketing agency. We specialise in the creation and delivery of unique, personalised customer experiences that drive performance across all platforms and devices. We call this ‘people-based marketing’ and, with over 30 years’ experience, we are proud to be recognised as a global leader.

Performance marketing focuses on creating testable campaigns with measurable outcomes. Results are judged on how well a campaign has performed, the value of your customer relationships and the loyalty earned against your marketing investment. But what sets us apart is our truly customer-focused approach. We employ individualised targeting and personalised messaging that works as a key driver of performance. It takes personalisation to another level, delivering unique and tailored customer experiences in real time.

Marketing campaigns optimised to the individual level – simple to understand, not so simple to achieve.

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DUKES DUBAI

DUKES DUBAI, the best of British in the UAE- Situated on the Palm Jumeirah, DUKES DUBAI opens its doors in the UAE. Enter a world where quintessential British charm meets cosmopolitan luxury for a truly memorable stay. Sister hotel to the award-winning DUKES LONDON in Mayfair, this elegant Dubai hotel reflects its sister property’s flair for understated sophistication, and unrivalled attention to detail. An experience tailor-made for the discerning traveler, DUKES DUBAI invites you to discover true British hospitality in the UAE. DUKES DUBAI offers an array of gastronomic delights across each of our restaurants, bar and lounges: Discover GBR (Great British Restaurant), DUKES Bar, The Champagne & Tea Lounge, Cigar & Whisky Lounge, West 14th and Khyber. Guests can enjoy our outdoor Infinity Pool, Lazy River, Beach Club, DUKESY Kids Club, Private Beach and our 14th floor indoor Pool, as well as a fully-equipped fitness centre. We promise you our enthusiastic team, are dedicated entirely to making your time at DUKES exceptional.

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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.

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Cosentino Group

The Spanish Multinational Cosentino Group is the world’s leading producer of Silestone quartz, plus other engineered and natural stone surfaces.

Silestone is the only quartz stone surface with a built-in antibacterial resin, it was applied for landmark projects all over the world such as Burj Al Arab and Wembley Stadium.

Eco By Cosentino is made from recycled materials which reflects the group´s commitment to the environment by innovating and developing green products.

When it comes to natural stone, we pride ourselves of undertaking the renovation of the historical Al Hambra Palace in Granada, Spain with our famous Marble Blanco Macael to name a few as you can see in the attached pictures, and websites of our products and mother company.

Cosentino Group has sponsored world champions like Fernando Alonso, Jorge Lorenzo, Dennis Rodman and the Super Bowl, the NBA, NASCAR, and have partnered with the world´s best chefs and renowned architects in different countries.

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Igloo

Igloo Design Studio is a Dubai based graphic & digital design agency that services business globally. We put our passion, innovation, experience, and high quality design standards in every project we lead. We offer an A-Z service to guarantee the integrity & quality of our work, and the satisfaction of our clients with the results. We want to be our clients’ first choice, be partners, and walk side by side as their businesses succeed.

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CIMD

CIMD is the main independent brokerage, consultancy and management group for financial markets and the energy sector in the south of Europe.

Its ability to work in different areas provides it with a global vision of the market and the perfect opportunity to create synergies between the different companies that form part of the Group.

More than 300 professionals work, day by day, to assist our clients in accessing the financial markets offering them a wide range of services.

CIMD (Dubai) ltd will operate in the traditional brokerage markets: interbank deposit transactions, FX Swaps, Repos, OTC derivatives, government bonds, corporate bonds and financial consulting.

The company aims to: “Offer CIMD Group financial services to current and potential institutional clients in the Arabic Gulf, Asia and Africa, working to improve service quality by being nearer to our customers”.

Based in the DIFC and overseen by DFSA, CIMD (Dubai) Ltd. specialises in brokerage in international financial markets with special emphasis on Asia and the Arabic Gulf.

With this company, CIMD now provides continuous coverage to clients in America, Europe, Asia and Africa.

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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.

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Cielo Sky Lounge

Cielo is a two-floor Spanish-themed tapas bar and sky-lounge at the Dubai Creek Yacht Club overlooking the stunning Creek – with panoramic views across Dubai – featuring authentically innovative food, Bodega-style restaurant, chic roof terrace, live music and sports.

Cielo Tapas Bar is modeled on the traditional rustic Bodega style venues of Madrid and Barcelona, it features favourite Spanish dishes, ideal for sharing, and an enviable selection of beverages. Heralding from the celebrated Chiringuito Juan y Andrea in Formentera, Ibiza, Cielo’s head chef brings innovation, passion and authenticity to the menu. In addition to dining the tapas bar will feature a DJ playing Latin music from funky salsa to soulful samba, live sports, including all La Liga games, as well as live performances from Flamenco dancers.

The sophisticated Cielo Sky Lounge & Terrace – accessible via a VIP elevator – boasts an open air terrace with spectacular views over the iconic Dubai Creek and is reminiscent of the Island of Ibiza with a décor of cool blues and whites. This Ultra-chic Sky Lounge roof Terrace is a must-visit party destination in Dubai featuring some of the best DJ’s, ambiance and views to kill for not to mention one of the most fantastic places to enjoy the sunset with views across the Creek and Burj Khalifa.

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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.”

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Mediapro

Mediapro is a leading international media and entertainment group with operations in more than 150 countries through a one-stop-shop approach for blue-chip clients providing technical and creative solutions in order to create, to produce and broadcast any audiovisual content.

Mediapro produces and distributes main sports events around the globe, including the Spanish professional football league (LaLiga), provides audiovisual technical and engineering services to the main TV broadcasters in the world, develops and implements breakthrough experiential events and spaces and creates audiovisual content for TV, digital and brands.

Mediapro Middle East is the region’s representative company of the Mediapro Group.

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