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• Dedicated masterclass to discuss masterplans, major achievements and ongoing projects within Western Region
• Western Region currently contributes approximately 45 per cent of Abu Dhabi’s gross domestic product
• Event scheduled for November 14-17, 2011; Supported by Department of Economic Development – Abu Dhabi
The sixth annual MEED Abu Dhabi Conference 2011, supported by the Department of Economic Development – Abu Dhabi, will have special focus on investment opportunities in the Western Region, event organiser MEED announced today. As part of the conference, attendees will be able to attend a dedicated masterclass that will discuss the masterplans, major achievements and ongoing projects within the Western Region Theconference is scheduled to be held at The Beach Rotana, Abu Dhabi, from November 14-17, 2011.
In another demonstration of its ability to gather an unmatched mix of industry thought leaders year after year, the 2011 edition will see high-profile representatives from government, transportation, real estate, utilities, renewable energy, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, education and oil & gas sectors. Key speakers and panellists at this year’s conference include senior executives from MASDAR, Takreer, Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority, Health Authority – Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Airports Company, Etihad Rail, Abu Dhabi Ports Company, Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Company, Aldar, EMAL, and Western Region Development Council.
“The MEED Abu Dhabi Conference is currently the only event that can stake claim to being the most holistic representation of business opportunities in the Emirate year after year,” said Edmund O’Sullivan, Chairman, MEED Events. “This year, in addition to hosting some of the most prominent organisations of the Emirate, who will provide first-hand insights on the plans and mega projects that are taking place across a diverse range of sectors, we also have some exciting features for the business community. This includes the Masterclass on the Western Region.
“The Western Region plays a key role in the economic prosperity of Abu Dhabi, as it contributes to approximately 45 per cent of the Emirate’s GDP estimated at around AED 675 billion. Gaining a deep and rich insight into the masterplans underway in this region is critical to realizing the optimal opportunities for investment. We believe the MEED Abu Dhabi Conference will be unique in the breadth and depth of knowledge shared as part of this Masterclass,” O’Sullivan said.
The MEED Abu Dhabi Conference 2011 is being organised in partnership with Department of Economic Development – Abu Dhabi, Associate Sponsor Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Authority, in association with the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Technology Partner Huawei, Official Carrier GMC, Lunch Sponsor Morganti, Welcome Reception Sponsor Baker Botts, Infrastructure Breakfast Sponsor Bently Systems International, Conference Sponsor Ducab, and exhibitors are BASF, Drake & Scull, Metito, Parsons, Hill International.
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