du Hosts UAE 1990 National Football Team At Memorable Grand Finale Of Its Ramadan Cup

In recognition of the nation’s sporting achievements this Ramadan, du concluded its memorable Ramadan Cup Football tournament by hosting the talented stars of the UAE’s 1990 ex-National Football squad at the closing ceremony of the competition. The evening’s performance was a reminder of the UAE’s achievement when the UAE National team qualified and played in the 1990 World Cup, as family and friends of the participating teams were treated to an entertaining friendly match between the ex-National squad and members of du’s own team, as well as an enthralling final match to determine the winner of the company’s inter-departmental competition.

The event, which took place on 31st August 2010, began with a friendly match between the ex-National and du teams, which included various members of the company’s senior management. The two sides both played an engaging game, with the final score being 7-5 to the UAE ex-National team. The 1990 ex-National team members included Adnan Al Talyani, Muhsen Musabeh, Fahad Khamis, Khalid Ismail, Abdullah Sultan, Naser Khamis, Abd Al Rahman Mohamed and Bader Hareb.

The friendly match was followed by a final match between du’s Technology and Customer Care departments. After a thrilling game, which concluded with a penalty shoot-out and final score of 2-1, Customer Care won the Ramadan Cup for the second consecutive year.

“We are privileged to have hosted the stars of the UAE’s 1990 National Football Team at our second Ramadan Cup Football Tournament closing ceremony, and to have had the unique opportunity to pay tribute to their efforts and contribution to the nation’s football history. We are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s event and would like to congratulate our Customer Care department for their outstanding performance and thank all the players who participated. It has been a very exciting tournament, and the dazzling grand finale was truly lit up with the presence of these shining football stars,” commented Fahad Al Hassawi, Chief Human Resources and Shared Services Officer, du.

At the end of the ceremony, Osman Sultan, CEO of du, in the presence of Farid Faraidooni, du’s Chief Commercial Officer and Ahmad Aburahima, du’s Vice President of Government Relations, congratulated the UAE’s football heroes on their performance and recognised their efforts in contributing to build the UAE’s reputation in football and leading by example. Thereafter, the du Ramadan Cup trophy was handed over to the winning team.
 

Grand Finale To Dubai Shopping Malls Group’s ’Shop And Win BMW Cars’ Star Campaign

Dubai Shopping Malls Group’s incredible ‘Shop & Win BMW Cars’ campaign, the biggest Dubai Summer Surprises raffle event of the year, came to a close at Modhesh World today. The final two winners of the campaign which offered shoppers a golden opportunity to win 14 coveted BMW 3 Series luxury sedans, are Iranian national Eisa Sadaaket and Saudi national Gaidaa Ali Al Zayer.

The promotion which ran from June 17th to August 7th was the star attraction of DSS 2010 and was supported by 21 malls across Dubai. Shoppers were entitled to one raffle coupon for every AED 200 they spent at participating retail outlets. Those shopping with MasterCard doubled their chances of winning, receiving an additional raffle coupon.

Eight different nationalities won in the seven week campaign. Four of them were tourists.
One of the last two winners, Eisa Sadaket, a resident of Al Ain for two years could not hide his amazement when informed of the win, “I have never won at any of the DSS raffle draws till now. I am so happy to win a BMW, this has made my summer an absolutely thrilling one. I look forward to drive away in my BMW.”

DSMG’s BMW promotion was complemented by an action-packed calendar of exciting events, amazing activities and sizzling surprises. Participating malls organised a plethora of shopping and entertainment extravaganzas for families and children, such as Kids Fashion Week, international cartoon show ‘Stories of SpongeBob’ and Middle East Junior Chef of the Year.

Majid Al Ghurair, Chairman of DSMG, commented: “This year’s DSS campaign contributed to a spurt in retail sales and footfall, reinforcing Dubai’s status as the shopping capital of the world. Mall-wide discounts and amazing bargains catered to the insatiable appetite of Dubai’s shoppers. Unique entertainment and winning opportunities, especially the ‘Shop & Win BMW Cars’, helped to boost the retail revenue this summer. This is an excellent example of how private and public sector collaboration can help to increase retail sales. We look forward to another sizzling summer next year, which will mark the fourteenth year of our support to DSS.

“The retail sector is showing signs of recovery. Though the Dubai Summer Surprises was on only for seven weeks, the shopping season will continue with the advent of Ramadan. Shopping centres under the guidance of DSMG will extend shopping hours in the evening to facilitate convenient shopping and food and beverage facilities. The malls will offer attractive promotions offers as DEPE has extended its support to ensure an exciting shopping event during the holy month of Ramadan.”

The member malls of DSMG that participated in DSS 2010 include: Al Bustan Centre, Al Ghurair City, Al Manal Centre, Al Mulla Plaza, Arabian Center, Burjuman, Century Mall, Dubai Marina Mall, Dubai Marina Walk, Dubai Outlet Mall, Gold & Diamond Park, Hamarain Centre, Lamcy Plaza, Mazaya Centre, Mercato Mall, Oasis Center, Palm Strip, Reef Mall, Souk Al Bahar, The Dubai Mall and Town Centre.
 

Presented by du and supported by Coca – Cola: The ’One’ Marquee attracts soccer fans as World Cup finale nears

As the 2010 FIFA World Cup enters the final week, soccer fans are crowding the ’One’, a luxurious marquee built especially for the World Cup. Presented by du, and supported by Coca-Cola as the Official Partner, the high-end venue is one of the main attractions of the ongoing Dubai Summer Surprises 2010.

Fully-equipped with state-of-the-art 35 LCD screens in addition to two 2×3 metre giant screens, the marquee offers its visitors a great menu of food and beverages in addition to shiesha to set the mood of excitement and cheering across the two-floored venue. Cooled by air conditioning units, the marquee can accommodate around 600 spectators.