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Please find inside examples of our 2019 optional promotional packages, designed specifically to provide our prestigious winners with ongoing exposure, internal marketing tools, the unique opportunity to feature in our 2018 edition winners’ magazine and greater access to our readership base. Our annual winners’ magazine will be digitally distributed to the extensive MEA Markets readership, including 177,000+ of the leading professionals from across the Middle East – nothing like keeping the competition informed! It will be held on the MEA Markets website live for the next 12 months, and design rights to your coverage are handed over for use in your own marketing at nil cost. Our packages can be especially useful if you don’t have design, production and marketing capabilities in-house, and are even beneficial if you do. The elements within our packages range from physical items (great if you have a lot of footfall in a physical location), to digital elements, which greatly assist with the promotion of your brand on-line. Please take the time to review the range of options available, and let us know if any of our 2018 packages are of interest to you.
Margarita Miranda Manager Business Initiatives Bank Muscat Investment Banking
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“Bank Muscat Investment Banking is honored to have won the “Best Oil & Gas Investment Bank 2016 - Oman” award by MEA Markets 2016 Oil & Gas Awards. The 2016 Oil & Gas awards have been launched to identify businesses whose exemplary work and dedication play a major role in shaping this vital sector, and the awards have quickly become highly recognized in the industry. We are pleased to be a part of this success and look forward to continue along this path and contribute to this vital industry!”
“Our experience dealing with Middle East Markets/AI Global Media during the EMEA awards process has been a positive one. They have a diverse and dedicated team, who were unfailingly professional and accommodating during our dealings with them.”
Sarah Duthie Business Manager Saleh Alobeidli & Co. “It was an absolutely pleasure dealing with each department of AI Global media to arrange our recent article. From timely correspondence with their Sales Team to the inspirational guidance and help from their Design Team, we are very pleased with the finished result.”
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profiled the company and caught up with the brains behind the business, CEO & Founding Partner, Noor Al Muhaideb who gave us insight about what makes Opaal Interiors an awardwinning firm.
Since their inception in 2016, Opaal Interiors has grown rapidly into one of the leading interior design practices not only within Dubai and the UAE, but also internationally. With ample experience shaping interiors globally, they have fashioned hospitality sectors, model homes, sales centres, and a string of luxury interiors for homeowners and up-and-coming retailers.
Delivery Business Excellence in the UAE Stopping at nothing to create
InstaShop is and an elegant online platform dedicated to fast grocery delivery. In July, InstaShop was luxurious yet simple design, throughout the years the team has curated a distinguished
Outstanding Grocery Shopping Platform of the Year for 2018. On the back of this win, we portfolio which features highend multi to andthe singleCo-Founder residential, spoke and CEO, John Tsioris, to find out how this company has become one five-star hotels, retail spaces, of thehospitality leading sites in the Middle East. offices, and e-commerce corporate projects. Noor, an entrepreneur by spirit As long-standing and an award-winning interior stalwarts of the designer by trade, shares further commercial sector detail about what sets Opaal move to adopt a Interiors apart and touches on ‘cyber-identity’ by the point of difference clients integrating physical storefronts receive from inception to with online fortifications, conception. She also tellsthe us future of business appears to be based how the team ensure clients’ inrequirements binary. Indeed, the vast surpass their majority of new start-ups are utilising expectations. digital developments to break new “My theory always been, ground andhas break further into new that to build something lasting markets. This innovative streak in our industry, you need to permeates InstaShop’s chemistry a space, not just –curate offering a service thatdecorate speaks of it. I endeavourintoan create convenience environment environments with soul and that nurtures outside-of-the-box character, regardless of who thinking. I’m designing for - whether it’s a corporate or individual project,
John agrees and builds on that notion, “The ease & convenience of the service is the reason why 8 MEA MARKETS / Q2 2019 it is the leading start-up in the ondemand grocery delivery market in the UAE. Backed by Jabbar. com & SOUQ.COM, the platform has over 300,000 active users. InstaShop is currently present in four countries and expanding and has been nominated for two consecutive years as one of the most promising start-ups in the Arab world by Forbes.” Based in the United Arab Emirates, InstaShop has capitalised on the region’s appetite for innovation and technological evolution, “New technologies are always on the rise in the UAE and adapting to them in timely manner can be challenging. This, along with the fact that we are a user oriented company that is always listening to our customers feedback, has allowed
large or small, luxury or informal. fuse our understanding of of success, Noor is keen to reveal Before we get to the design materials, textures, finishes the reasons behind the firm’s process, my team spends a lot to and colours to elevate spaces since inception. queries including social media. InstaShop to shape according what may be popular today, accomplishments of the timeneeds studying only of the into accommodating and irrelevant Although in the past, a 24-hour andnot wants individuals. suddenly becomes space, but its surroundings, to places using the focus is to response rate was acceptable, With expansions that have taken contemporary the next day. New features and“Opaal Interiors’ inspire our clients with a finished best practices in the industry. inspire clients with a completed this time has now reduced to place in other countries, it is the technologies are introduced on project that goes beyond their At Opaal Interiors, our careful project that goes beyond their an hour maximum. Real time perfect opportunity to customise a daily basis and is picked up by expectations. project management, top-quality expectations. This company response via online customer our services accordingly. No one interior users quickly. It is important to design solutions and is built around a standpoint service become size fits all.” of relevant and notcustomer-centric only adapt but also “The importance vibrant, teamforecastof creating highlyhas tailored and the preferred method more than emerging trends to improve user inspiring interior design cannot consistently delivers world-class personalised client strategiesa waiting time, and this trend isWhilst on an upward continues, building on whatrenovations experience. The challenges are beJohn overstated. The population and creations that from concept to delivery. slopinghas demand made the United Arab Emirates enricheven bigger when the operations is growing with businesses lives.” the philosophy alwayscurve.” been the ideal location toto realise their are in different countries, as what and individuals looking to deliver exclusive, unique and differentiate themselves -design ofwork success andcountry mayindividual design we are As to beresults, expected for this vision, “The UAE is an extremelySpeaking might in one not and interiors are fundamental passionate about allfirm, components ambitious InstaShop has diverse country with individuals delivering workinnovative in anothercreations, where technology to from lasting first impressions. Opaal Interiors were recently plans for the future that speak all walks of life. These advancements are slower to beof design.” Our experts, saddled withinthe in MEA Markets UAE of global expansion beyond the individuals are living a fast selected accepted.” latest knowledge in successful Excellence Awards where they Enabling the firm to deliver Middle East, “We these aspire to be paced, tech savvy environment contemporary design and righteously awarded the world-class renovations, is the to a future-centric the largest on-demand grocery who are already preconditioned were Fundamental furnishings, are here to guide accolade Leading Interior Design dedicated, inventive and talented firm is the reliance on users – like shopping service in the MENA to pick up the phone and call the clients towards achieving the Firm, 2019 - Dubai, the United team which forms the backbone many online applications, the region, and a sizable global supermarket, rather than visit design of their dreams. We Arab Emirates. Whilst on the topic of Opaal Interiors. When
the store physically to do their grocery shopping. This is the audience we tapped into.
“As busy professionals working long hours, I personally felt the need for an on-demand grocery service to buy me that extra time, skip the long supermarket queues, and avoid traffic all the way to the store. This need is what brought InstaShop to life and that resonated with the audience who prefer the convenience of ordering groceries online especially after a long day at work. And if you don’t have cash with you, card payments can be done right from the couch.” Touching back on the fast-moving developments of the sector, John emphasises the importance of forecasting, and adopting the latest trends, “The online e-commerce industry is constantly changing;
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consumer is at the heart of the service, “Our main focus - what moves the company - is our users. Customer feedback is the trigger to all the new features that are released in order to offer the best service to fit our audience needs. This is why we pay the utmost attention to the reviews our users give us regarding the service and have regular meet ups with our most loyal users to discuss their ideas and needs helps us to get direct feedback. Moreover, our in-depth integrated system allows us to track changes in customer behaviour and consumption shifts, allowing us to improve our services to provide better user experience.
“Customer service has now become a high-power demand rather than an added bonus, as quick response turnarounds are expected. This is specific to online
player that focuses on delivering top customer service. Being a fast-growing start-up means that our company never sleeps. We are always looking for new opportunities and partnerships, and we aspire to lead the way to innovate and bring brick and mortar supermarket to the digital era in all key MENA market.”
“We are keeping an ambitious direction in 2018 to further expand in Egypt, as well as other countries. 2018 is also the year we launched our web e-shop with various new features launched specific to the operational country. More app features, expansion plans and partnerships with big international brands are coming up.”
discussing the internal culture, Noor highlights the significant role the team play in the overall success of the firm. “Opaal Interiors values each and every staff member, from the design team, technical to the administration. What the firm has reached now is the combination of the coordinated excellent works, dedicated and artistic team. Anchoring the suppliers, finding the best rates and quality items to turn the clients vision into a reality.”
Bringing in the interview to a close, Noor signs off by reflecting on what the future has in store for Opaal Interiors, touching on how advancements in technology will affect the design industry, and the potential results which may follow. “At Opaal Interiors, we believe a focus on functionality will always remain a driver behind designs, besides beauty and aesthetics. Ultimately the motivation should be on the human aspect of the built environment. Already we are seeing digital trends be
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strong in design, with visuals and aesthetics such as VR, robots and AI becoming second nature to us and believe more technologies will be emerging, cutting the design process duration and increasing visual accuracy. Living spaces will go smaller, and communal areas will increase serving the life style of millennials and newer generations.” Looking ahead to what the future holds, Opaal interiors aspires to continue focusing on delivering fabulous, luxurious and elegant regime spaces from manageable
design solutions to various interiors projects. Creating an award winning interior design, with the latest furnishing and trends in the region and internationally. Contact: Noor Al Muhaideb, CEO & Founding Partner Company: Opaal Interiors Address: Office # 7, First Floor, BIn Lahej Building, 9B Street, Zaabeel Road - Al Karama, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Telephone: +971 4 342 1333 Web Address: www.opaalinteriors.com
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Contact: contact@instashop.ae Company: InstaShop Address: Swiss Tower, Cluster Y, Dubai, PO Box 24645, United Arab Emirates Website: www.instashop.ae Telephone: 00971 443 18753
By all regards, InstaShop looks set to make quite an impact on the e-commerce sector.
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Delivery Business Excellence in the UAE InstaShop is an online platform dedicated to fast grocery delivery. In July, InstaShop was recognised in MEA Markets Magazine’s annual MEA Excellence Awards, with the Shopping Platform of the Year for 2018. On the back of this win, we spoke to the Co-Founder and CEO, John Tsioris, to find out how this company has become one of the leading e-commerce sites in the Middle East.
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Le Mirage Real Estate
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Best Real Estate Development Company 2018 - Qatar Thanks to over 50 years’ experience in the industry, Le Mirage is a real estate developer finest contemporary lifestyle. Keen to learn more about this intrepid award winner and the developer to a purveyor of truly luxury lifestyles. Established in 1968, Le Mirage excels in building and managing luxury world class properties, across the hospitality, residential and commercial sectors. Creating stunning properties in both Qatar and the UK, the firm has, since the beginning, been determined to create exceptional properties that will stand the test of time.
set future trends and to strive beyond the ordinary to achieve the extraordinary. The company offers modern estates with sustainability in mind and this is the team’s promise to both their investors and residents. Over the years, Le Mirage has lived up to this promise and crafted truly exceptional residences that all stakeholders can be truly proud of. This is what makes the firm unique.
Promising the highest standard of living to people who wish to live the finest contemporary international lifestyle, Le Mirage approaches real estate from an expansive and holistic point of view.
Strict brand guidelines enforce the look and feel of the brand down to every detail and deliver the Le Mirage brand experience. From construction materials to a choice of colours, woodwork, furniture, bathroom fittings and entertainment, the Le Mirage brand guidelines ensure that the team comply with the firm’s strict interpretation of quality.
This holistic approach has been key to the firm’s success over the years. Today, the firm has the unique position of being property developers, operators and facility managers. This two-pronged approach-a real estate branch and a property management branch-allows Le Mirage to oversee the lifespan of a property from before the planning stages till after the move-in date, and thus ensure the very best in every arena. Aiming to offer more than just a property, Le Mirage’s philosophy is to reach for new horizons,
From impressive office towers and iconic hotels to extraordinary compound villas, Le Mirage’s properties feature world-class designs and construction. The company’s projects set the quality benchmarks which not only create value for customers, but also enhance how they live their lives.
likeminded and want to help the firm achieve its focus and improve the standard of people’s lives. The firm carefully selects suppliers, staff, designers and manufactures to make sure Le Mirage’s values are shared and not compromised. Internally, the Le Mirage corporate culture is very inclusive
and encourages collaboration, innovation and growth to ensure that these values are being upheld by both collaborators and staff at all times. Each member of the team is made to feel that he or she belongs to the Le Mirage family and needs to contribute towards building the brand.
From housekeeping teams to designers, the Le Mirage team is very proud of its accomplishments and shares important milestones and achievements with one another. The net result being the firm’s teams are very loyal to the brand and will go the extra mile to ensure they deliver on the brand promise. One of the firm’s flagship properties is the Le Mirage Icon, which features Doha’s first airconditioned jogging track which is on the roof top connecting four buildings, a children’s’ play area, swimming pools, sauna, steam room and a superbly equipped gym. Another of the firm’s key developments, is the Le Mirage City Walk, which features an outdoor roof top and jogging track connecting five buildings and a
1,300 sq. meter luxury wellness centre and spa. The roof top on Le Mirage City Walk is nothing short of spectacular, with three swimming pools, one children’s’ pool with a mini water theme park, soccer pitch, restaurant, tennis courts, spa, sauna, snow room, massage rooms and gymnasium. All of the firm’s properties enjoy fantastic connectivity with the metro station at the doorstep, and the majority of the firm’s Qatar based properties are located in the heart of Doha, offering residents central locations and spectacular facilities so that they never want for anything. Looking towards the future, Le Mirage has a bright future ahead, and in 2019 two of the firm’s properties will be completed,
allowing the team to showcase their beauty and add them to their portfolio of successful completed developments.
apartments, supermarkets, fitness and wellness center, clinic, kids play area and cinemas within a total built up area of 160,000 sq m.
The first of these is the Marriott Executive Apartments Doha, Le Mirage City Walk, a 400-apartment luxury hotel apartment cum residential community. This exciting property is expected to be completed by mid-2019. Secondly, Le Mirage Downtown is a mixed use residential and commercial development. Downtown, as the name suggests, is located in central Doha and will offer a mix of retail and residential apartments.
Additionally, in the hospitality sector, the company is developing an extension to the existing Amari Hotel in Musherib. This new hotel is designed to complement the existing Amari Hotel with 80 hotel apartments and a host of other facilities.
Later in the coming year, Le Mirage has new projects to undertake following the completion of these latest two, with three residential properties planned for Lusail. In the commercial sector, Le Mirage is developing a shopping mall in Abu Hamour. The development offers 270 retail stores, 145
Ultimately, with these latest developments Le Mirage offers the chance to continue its phenomenal success and to ensure that the firm continues to push the bar in the luxury real estate space for many years to come. Having lead the way for luxury developments in Qatar for over five decades, the company is keen to do cintunue for many more and to also showcase its immense talent for enhancing the lives of its residents.
Company: Le Mirage Real Estate Address: P.O. Box 1108 Doha Qatar Web Address: www.lemirage.qa
As part of this focus on quality, Le Mirage only collaborates with people and businesses that are
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Best Bespoke Courier Services Provider - UAE deliveries and special services. Azeem Nawaz, General Manager talks us through the firm and Drawing on its vast experience, SkyEx provides a unique combination of on demand, timesensitive, door-to-door delivery services within the UAE, GCC and around the world. Azeem explains the firm’s service offering in more detail and shares how this benefits the firm’s vast clientele.
“Here at SkyEx, we make sure that our clients’ documents, parcels and freight are delivered safely and on-time using our integrated air and road networks. SkyEx promises to reduce costs effectively by eliminating unnecessary processes and expenses. This in turn helps us to give our customers the best competitive and flexible rates for their shipments and deliveries. “Thanks to our unique service, moving documents and parcels
around the world could not have got any easier. SkyEx provides global delivery solutions to your business, available every day of the week. International shipments can now be tracked anywhere and anytime, with the advanced online tracking system on our website.” Overall, the future looks bright for SkyEx, with the firm set to grow even further over the coming years, as Azeem is excited to conclude.
“As we look to build on our current success, here at SkyEx we are keen to expand into even more GCC countries so that we can offer our award-winning solutions to an even greater array of clients. Our growth will depend on innovation, quality and commitment to our customers, and as such these will remain our key values.”
“Thanks to our unique service, moving documents and parcels around the world could not have got any easier. SkyEx provides to your business, available every day of shipments can now be tracked anywhere the advanced online tracking system on our website.”
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