DIP Announces Exclusive Boutique Offices At The Jumeirah Seafront

Dubai Investment Properties (DIP), one of the leading real estate developers in UAE, today announced the start of the leasing process for its boutique offices at the signature ‘Sunset’ mixed-use development located in the upmarket Jumeirah 3 area. The office complex, which consists of 49 exclusive offices – the only commercial space in the neighbourhood, will feature the latest technology and best-in-class facilities and amenities making it the ideal address for well-established businesses, professional entrepreneurs as well as companies looking to set-up a business or international representative office in Dubai.

“We are happy to be the first to offer commercial office space in the Jumeirah neighbourhood. Sunset’s boutique offices will feature the latest technology, cutting edge design and interiors, and attention to detail that is second to none. These factors, coupled with the outstanding location make Sunset an ideal location for companies, which are cautious as to where do they set up an office in Dubai. We are confident the offices will undoubtedly appeal to businesses that want accessibility, recognition and best in class amenities,” says Ani Vladi, Marketing and Operations Manager at DIP.

Sunset, which comprises of a luxury shopping mall, boutique offices and lavish residential apartments, is a unique development combining the best in architecture and the latest ‘green’ technology initiatives. It is built to be one of the most energy efficient buildings in the region with several measures being adopted by DIP to ensure energy conservation and minimising pollution and demands on infrastructure.

Sunset’s office complex comprises of office units ranging from 1200 to 1800 sq.ft. overlooking Jumeirah road / Dubai City or the Arabian Gulf, where customers can choose between cellular and open plan developments for larger office units. Companies have the option of working closely with Sunset’s architects to design the office that best fits their requirement. Sunset’s picturesque seafront location, distinctive architecture, efficient design, state-of-the-art facilities and amenities will appeal to a wide variety of tenants, from business entrepreneurs and professionals to well-established multinational corporations.

The Sunset office complex, which has direct access to the shopping mall and restaurants offering tenant’s convenience, will include 2 business lobbies, two meeting/conference rooms, prayer rooms, and pantry rooms. Two patios, arranged with sitting facilities and fountains compliment the office set up. Apart from offering an ideal work environment, Sunset will also provide parking spaces for tenants as well as visitors, business services and 24/7 security and cleaning services. Tenants can also avail of gymnasium facilities, aerobics, steam bath as well as two swimming pools, children pools (and of course) beach access. All these are featured to complete the perfect ‘work and play’ business environment.

“The work environment plays an important role in productivity since most employees spend more than 90 per cent of their working hours in office. At Sunset, we created a work environment that will inspire employees to perform better,” Ms. Ani Vladi concluded.

The Address Hotels + Resorts strengthens sales presence in key feeder markets

The Address Hotels + Resorts, the five star premium hotel brand owned and operated by Emaar Hospitality Group, has strengthened its sales presence in key feeder markets in the Middle East and Indian Subcontinent. The company has appointed Nijhawan Group as its official sales representative office in India and Mr Wael Naba, a hospitality sales and marketing professional in Saudi Arabia.The exclusive representations are aimed at strengthening the marketing initiatives of The Address Hotels + Resorts, which already operates two prestigious properties in Dubai, The Address Downtown Burj Dubai, the flagship hotel of the brand, and The Palace – The Old Town.
 
Mr Marc Dardenne, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Hospitality Group and Emaar Hotels & Resorts, said: “The Address Hotels + Resorts has consolidated its reputation as an award-winning premier hotel brand. The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and the Indian Subcontinent are among our strongest feeder markets apart from Europe and Southeast Asia. Through our exclusive marketing partnerships in Saudi Arabia and India, we are further strengthening our customer outreach.”
 
He added: “Dubai’s tourism profile represents a high proportion of visitors from the Gulf region, particularly Saudi Arabia, and India. The marketing partnerships will help to reach out to these key markets and enable potential guests to evaluate the differentials offered by our brand. Both the Nijhawan Group and Mr Wael Naba have years of expertise in the hospitality sector and will further establish our brand in India and Saudi Arabia, respectively.”
 
Marketing activities to be undertaken by the new representatives include tradeshow management, roadshows and promotions. Sales and marketing initiatives will be drawn out and implemented to ensure achievement of revenue goals by tapping into relevant market segments within the countries.
 
With 34 years of experience in India, Nijhawan Group is a leader in the travel sector and boasts more than ten offices in different regions of the country including Delhi, Bangalore, Jaipur, Mumbai and Punjab among other important cities. The Group will focus on designing sales and marketing strategies to keep positioning The Address Hotels + Resorts as a luxury destination for business and leisure travellers within India.
 
The Address Downtown Burj Dubai – in close proximity to The Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping and entertainment destination – offers 196 guestrooms including 25 suites, and 626 serviced residences. The Palace – The Old Town, with 242 luxurious guestrooms including 81 suites, is an upmarket five star property managed by The Address Hotels + Resorts, also located in Downtown Burj Dubai.
 
Two additional hotels are scheduled to open later this year as part of the expansion plans of The Address Hotels + Resorts. The Address Dubai Mall is nearing completion and will offer 245 signature rooms, 450 serviced apartments and modern lifestyle amenities. The Address Dubai Marina, with 200 guestrooms and 442 serviced residences, is part of the Dubai Marina Mall complex, located centrally in the one of the most sought-after waterfront projects in the region.

HSBC Names Dubai As Key Offshore Banking Centre

HSBC today designated Dubai as one of its key offshore banking centres and announced the launch of the new ‘Offshore and International Service’ enhancement to its HSBC Premier Service.

HSBC Premier offers seamless cross-border banking enabling customers to take their accounts, credit history and banking relationships with them wherever they choose to live and work.

With this new service enhancement, HSBC aims to meet the growing needs of its Premier customers who can benefit from offshore banking. Dubai has been chosen as one of the five
offshore destinations of choice focusing on customers from the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan. It has also been chosen as the centre for offshore shariah compliant (Islamic) products and services. This is the result of extensive research which shows that customers principally
select their offshore centre based on where they feel most comfortable from a personal perspective.

The Jersey based HSBC Bank International, with a representative office in Dubai will continue to provide offshore financial expertise primarily to expatriates from the United Kingdom, Europe and Commonwealth countries, now living and working in the region.

Gul Khan, Regional Head of Premier, Home Finance and Insurance, HSBC Middle East, explained: “Dubai is the regional business hub for the Middle East and North Africa region and major tourist destination with expatriates accounting for more than 75% of the UAE population.

“Dubai benefits from its geo-strategic position midway between Europe and Far East and a robust regulatory framework that is renowned for its economic and political stability. As an offshore centre, it can offer our customers convenience, security, taxation benefits and Islamic banking options.

“Premier customers today are looking for two parallel bank offerings – local retail banking services where they live and work, and an offshore offering to meeting their special needs. With our dual proposition, we can ensure that our diverse customers in the region get expert offshore
financial advice from HSBC staff with whom they have an affinity culturally and linguistically while their finances are managed in a safe environment.”

Five centres around the world have been designated offshore banking centres, giving HSBC customers a truly complete international banking service. The five centres are Jersey, Singapore, Hong Kong, Miami (Latin America International Centre) and Dubai.

In the UAE there is no tax on capital gains, investment income, interest income or inheritance. Customers can avail of Savings and Investment products in major currencies including HSBC Amanah Shariah compliant (Islamic) products and services. In the UAE, language capabilities include: Arabic, Hindi, Urdu & English.

Sangeeta Pendurkar, Chief Marketing Officer, HSBC Middle East, said: “This is a significant step forward in the continued success and growth of our Premier business. It provides us with opportunities to broaden our relationship with existing customers and further grow the business
in this key emerging market.”