Kuwait International Bank Signs Agreement with KIA Motors

September 2012 in News, Worldwide News by Publisher

Kuwait International Bank (KIB) and KIA Motors recently signed an agreement, marking the launch of the KIB – KIA campaign, which offers exclusive discounts and privileges to those who purchase a KIA through the KIB Murabaha. The signing ceremony, which took place at the KIB head offices in the presence of Acting CEO at KIB, Mr. Loay Maqamis, and Assistant General Manager at Abdulaziz Al Ali Al Mutawa Group Co., KIA Motor agent in Kuwait Mr. Salem Al Mutawa, Brand Manager Mr. Medhat Khalil, and Assistant General Manager of Ritaj Insurance Co. Mr. Khaled Al Mutawa, reflects KIB’s ongoing efforts in offering Sharia compliant quality financial facilities, catering to customers’ expectations with high quality services and products.

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ASEC Cement Completes Zahana Overhaul in Algeria

September 2012 in News, Worldwide News by Publisher

A leading regional cement company has begun work on a new raw mill that will expand capacity at the recently overhauled Zahana plant in Algeria and expects full production from the Arab National Cement Company in Minya to begin by the first quarter of 2013, creating 400 direct jobs

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IFC Renews Investment in Zambeef

September 2012 in News, Worldwide News by Publisher

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, has announced an investment of $30 million, partially denominated in Zambian Kwacha, to support the expansion of Zambeef Products Plc in Africa. Following an investment of $10 million in 2010, this is IFC’s second loan to Zambeef, which is emerging as one of the leading agribusinesses in the region.

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No Plan to Deal with Fukushima Collapse

September 2012 in News, Worldwide News by Publisher

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) say they don’t know what to do if Reactor 4 collapses, instead declaring it safe from earthquakes after finding it leaning and with a bulged exterior wall.

The Wall Street Journal reported that TEPCO doesn’t have a plan to deal with the collapse of Spent Fuel Pool 4 at the Fukushima nuclear reactor in Japan. The revelation comes as a US army general warns the entire Northern Hemisphere is at risk of becoming largely uninhabitable if the building collapses, which is a sentiment being echoed by a host of scientists, nuclear experts and researchers.

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Fast Track

September 2012 in Fast Track, News by Publisher

CM: What does it say on your business card?

Marc: Sales and Marketing Manager at Taylor Wimpey España – Spain’s leading house builder that has been constructing homes on the Balearics, the Costa Blanca and the Costa del Sol since 1958.

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ARCO SECURES SAFETY WITH TOOL@RREST RANGE

September 2012 in News, UK & Ireland News by Publisher

With 24 fatal injuries and over 12,500 major or over 3-day injuries as a result of being hit by a moving, flying or falling object reported last year (2010/11)[i], it is more important than ever that those working at height are equipped with the correct tools to work safely.

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FULLEX ‘DOUBLE LOCKS OUT’ BURGULARS WITH BUMP AND SNAP RESISTANT LOCKING SYSTEM

September 2012 in News, UK & Ireland News by Publisher

The Crimebeater Midlock system from Fullex Locks Ltd, is a revolution in home security. The system is one of the first locking systems available on the market to not only lock the door, but also, to lock the lock. Having achieved full PAS23/24 accreditation, Crimebeater Midlock resists unlawful entry, including the new clause 11a that covers severe physical attack on the lock cylinder.

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TECHNAL ANNOUNCES NEW THERMAL PERFORMANCE DATA FOR CASEMENT WINDOW SYSTEM – EXCEEDING BUILDING REGULATIONS REQUIREMENTS

September 2012 in News, UK & Ireland News by Publisher

Architectural aluminium systems specialist, Technal, has announced new thermal performance data for its FXi65 casement window system, which exceed Building Regulations requirements.

The new figures demonstrate that even with a 24mm double glazed unit, a Uw value of 1.4w/m2K can be achieved. This is significantly below Building Regulations requirements but is a specification often requested by architects and contractors.

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C.K tools, A Cut Above the Rest

September 2012 in News, UK & Ireland News by Publisher

Never one to rest on its laurels, C.K tools, one of the leading names in tool innovation, runs an ongoing intensive product development programme investigating potential and reviewing existing product lines. As a result C.K tools has listened to demand and extended its popular, premium quality range of Cable Cutters (T3963) to include a more compact 160mm model.

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RMG CONSOLIDATES BUSINESS IN THE NORTH WITH LATEST URBAN SPLASH WIN

September 2012 in News, UK & Ireland News by Publisher

Residential Management Group (RMG: www.rmgltd.co.uk; tel: 0845 002 4310) continues to go from strength to strength in the north of England, following the company’s latest new business win at Lister Mills, near Bradford in Yorkshire, a development by award-winning regeneration company, Urban Splash.The successful tender followed a tough selection process with eight other agents presenting to and being interviewed by both Urban Splash Directors and residents of Lister Mills.Janet Shane from Urban Splash, which is responsible for transforming the fortune of iconic buildings around the country including the Rotunda and Fort Dunlop in Birmingham, the Midland Hotel in Morecambe and the Royal William Yard in Plymouth says:

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