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Over time, Emirates Business Group has steadily grown and this is because our key ingredient to success is the relentless efforts and contributions of every individual employee within our group.

Our success is not only measured by our profits, but by our most valu-able asset, which is our people with-in our group; who with strong moral and commitment has made Emirates Business Group not only successful in its business, but has also built a close family that is bonded together with rich values, character and ethics, blended with the passion for success. We value and believe that our employ-ees are the driving force for our ongo-ing and future success.

As the New Year unfolds before us, let us continue to work together not only as a team, but more importantly as a family with a spirit of oneness and unity that will help us to achieve high-er success and bring prosperity to all. I take this opportunity to wish ev-eryone within the Emirates Business Group’s family, a prosperous and Suc-cessful 2015.

Mr. Mohamed Abdul Jalil Al BlookiChairman - Emirates Business Group

Chairman’s New Year Message - 2015

EBG Gets a new brandingEBG in the past few months has undergone a change in terms of its branding identity. The first change that oc-curred was with the name of the group. Formerly known as “Emirates Associated Business Group or EABG”; has recently been changed to “Emirates Business Group or EBG”. The changes also led to the creation of its new logo.

Now that the new company name and logo have become official, other related collaterals are in the pipeline to be revised in order to incorporate the new corporate name and branding.

We believe that this change in our corporate identity will not only help us to stay ahead of our times but will also be iconic within and outside the organization.

INMA Business Development Consultants had conducted a two day HR Workshop at EBG’s head office. This work-shop was held on the 15th and 16th of December 2014, with the objective to formally introduce and familiarize the concerned HR personnel and the heads of all subsidiary companies with the new HR Policies and procedures.

The workshop was aimed to address various HR related topics in detail, such as: Introducing HR System, HR Mod-ules Awareness, KPI’s Development, Manpower Planning, Recruitment, Performance Management, Training & De-velopment, Compensation & Benefits and End of Service. The attendees at this two day workshop also included General Managers and concerned personnel from all sub-sidiaries.

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Mr. Hisham Zireeni, is the newly appointed General Manager for Safeer Integrated System. He will be over-looking the entire operations of SIS and with his confi-dence and experience, SIS will be propelled to a new and higher level of business success.

Mr. Zireeni has over 25 years of experience, working for world’s leading business and financial consulting firms, multinational mobile data and voice products manufac-turer & integrated data and voice network service pro-viders. He has extensive knowledge and experience in diverse industries rendering wide scope of services in telecom, information technology, management consult-ing, risk management and renewable energy industries. Mr. Hisham is a PhD & a Master’s Degree holder, prior to that, he has earned his Bachelors of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Toron-to-Canada.

Before joining Safeer Integrated Systems, Mr. Hisham has occupied different roles in various industries, such as Telecom, IT, Consulting, Manufacturing & Finance.

Safeer Integrated Systems gets a new GM

EBG’s new IT ManagerMr. Rawad Bader joined EBG Head Office in January 2015, as the Information Technology Manager. Mr. Rawad brings to the group a great deal of experience in his field. He started his career in 2001 and prior to joining EBG, Rawad held the position of IT Manager with Bin Salem Holdings. Rawad holds a Bachelor Degree in Computer Science from Irbid National University in Jordan. Moreover, he holds various certification, such as ITIL, CNA, MCP, MCSA and MCSE. As part of his responsibility, Rawad will be overlooking the IT function and departments of all the group companies. He will be visiting all the subsidiaries companies as part of his initial IT assessment exercise.

Mr. Rawad is eager to keep the group updated and abreast with the latest cutting edge IT technology. Mr. Rawad, in a brief statement mentioned ‘A variety of na-tional and international studies indicates that the broad-based deployment of information technology can have a substantial impact on our nation's economic productivity. Therefore, and I quote “the first rule of any technology used in a business is that, automation applied to an ef-ficient operation will magnify the efficiency. The second is that, automation applied to an inefficient operation will magnify the inefficiency”. (Bill Gates)”.

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EBG was established in 2001 with a focus on key emerging sectors and to seek global op-portunities that generate posi-tive results for the local econ-omy, environment and society. As a strategic investor in new industries and markets, EBG has developed partnerships with noteworthy global compa-nies that are synonymous with EBG’s vision, goals and values.

Over the past decade, EBG has conquered considerable mile-stones in expanding and grow-ing its portfolio of investments in the region. Today, EBG is one of the leading holding compa-nies in the UAE with businesses across a broad spectrum of in-dustries including but not limit-ed to agriculture, industry and real estate.

With a workforce of over 7,000 employees across the Middle East, EBG relentlessly strives to continue strengthening and diversifying its portfolio, to further drive shareholder value creation and promote economic growth.

Emirates Business Group Companies within...

Al Samadi Sweets was originally es-tablished in Lebanon in 1872.

Being famous for its delightful taste and freshness, Al Samadi Sweets not only, soon became the number one household name for Lebanese and Arabic sweets, but also for its French Cakes and Pastries, Coffee’s and Ice creams.

Al Samadi Sweets, in the UAE, have their outlets in Abu Dhabi, Dubai,

Sharjah and Al Ain, and offers a wide range in traditional Lebanese and Arabic sweets, Cakes and Pastries, Coffee and Juices.

Its factory which is located in Dubai, operates on very high quality stan-dard, to ensure consistence in its quality and taste, and that all the outlets of Al Samadi Sweets throughout the UAE, are fully equipped to cater to its customers alike.

Today, Al Samadi Sweets continues to mesmerize its customers with its delightful taste and freshness which also makes it the preferred choice of the Royal Families in the UAE.

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Mourouj Hotel Apart-ments is centrally lo-cated in Abu Dhabi, on Muroor road, at a walking distance from many Shopping Centers: Al Falah Pla-za, Madinat Zayed Shopping Center & Gold Souk and Al Wahda Mall.

Mourouj is very con-venient for business travelers, families and leisure travel-ers alike; whether on short or on long stay. Mourouj has 46 suites & serviced apartments in Abu Dhabi, all of which are fully furnished to the highest standards. The apartments in Abu Dhabi are complemented by a buffet restaurant on the ground floor, as well as a health club, sauna, steam room and Ayurvedic Massage Centre on the roof.

Established in 1997, Fence Internation-al, specializes in the manufactur-ing of fence posts and fittings such as barbed wires and metal nets. The company is consid-ered as one of the largest manufac-turers of chain link

fencing and barbed wire products and the first man-ufacturer of HDPE shade nets and scaffolding nets in the UAE. Today Fence International is equipped to handle some of the biggest projects in the UAE.

With over 35 years of unfaltering com-mitment and loyalty to their valuable cli-ents, Khalidia Inter-systems LLC (KIS) enjoys a prestigious reputation within the United Arab Emir-ates for guarantee-ing high quality and craftsmanship in the building industry

since 1976. Having worked intensely with prominent developers, gen-eral contractors and public agencies, the company has been dynamic in the supply and installation of different products and represent some well-known international brands. Khalidia Intersystems offers a full range of services relat-ed to all types of Wooden Doors, Kitchen Cabinets, Ward-robes, Vanities, Joinery Works, Suspended False Ceilings, Industrial Cladding and Interior Fit Out work requirements. With the current manpower of over 400 employees, the company has successfully completed several prestigious public and private sectors projects within the UAE. Their professional team of engineers, designers, fabricators, and installation personnel are totally qualified to undertake any tasks that requires the highest quality and client satisfac-tion. Meticulous attention to details, together with a flexible and personalized approach has always helped ensure the company to meet the most discerning client requirement.

FENCEINTERNATIONAL

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Established in 1996, Al Bustan Farms is one of the largest quail production farms in the UAE. The farm, which is located in the Emirate of Sharjah, UAE, has a complete range of vertically integrated facilities for breeding, hatching, rearing, processing and packing with a fleet of temperature controlled transportation vehicles for distribution.

Digitally controlled incubators, environ-ment control systems, state of the art processing plant with halal slaughtering procedures and strict quality control enabled the farm to become the first exporter from the UAE in its sector. The farm’s R&D, quality control and diagnostic lab supports the system to produce in accordance with international quality standards. Being an environment friendly facility, the farm has a complete system to convert waste products into highly valuable organic fertilizer.

Established in 1989, Safeer Integrated Systems (SiS) is one of the leading entities in the UAE providing systems, consultancy and turnkey system solutions in the fields of radio communica-tions, telecommuni-cations, security and other professional high-tech based sys-

tems. With over twenty six years of experience, Safeer Integrated Systems supplies state of the art equipment, systems, consultancy and turnkey system solutions to local organizations across diverse industries within the private and public sectors.

Safeer Integrated Systems activities encompass the follow-ing areas of specialization including: System Design, Com-missioning, Consultancy, Operator Training, Project Man-agement, Equipment supply, On-Site & Off Site Engineering, Maintenance Contracts, System Installation, Service and Repair Facilities, On Site Testing (FAT’s), System documen-tation. Specialties: Radar Telecom Towers, Radio Communi-cations, Security Systems.

AI Bustan Poultry Farms (ABPF) is a mul-tinational company and one of the UAE's leading egg producing farms. Since the start of its production two years ago, ABPF has gained a strong market reputa-tion for producing high quality, fresh table eggs. During a span of two short years, ABPF has successfully gained full HAC-CP, IS02200 and 1S014001 accreditation as a direct result of its team's focus, ded-ication and streamlined production facil-ities. ABPF already provides the highest quality of fresh eggs and egg products to

the largest and highly reputable hyper markets, supermar-kets, bakeries and other companies operating in the Food industry throughout the UAE. These include Carrefour, LuLu, Ad Co-Op, Emirates Co-Op, Union Co-Op, Safeer, Al Maya, various five star Hotels and Palaces. Al Bustan Poultry recently started exporting its premium brand of eggs “Ova Plus” to neighboring GCC countries.

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Established in 2010, Umniah Facility Man-agement stands out among its peers by bringing together the best practices of the facility management industry. While facility management compa-nies have traditionally faced a trade-off be-tween great service and affordable pric-

ing, Umniah uses an innovative approach that brings its customers excellence in both crucial areas.

Umniah Real Estate Development & Man-agement was started in 2006, and specializ-es in Real Estate Man-agement.

Umniah Real Estate Development & Man-agement provides high quality rental units in the UAE. Their

apartments and villa units are ideally located with luxurious amenities and high quality workmanship. Umniah Real Es-tate is dedicated in providing a hassle free-living environment in which their tenants can enjoy all the benefits of living in safe and attractive units.

Established in 1989, UBS is a business software solution pro-vider in the fields of Information Technolo-gy. UBS has emerged as one of the leading IT software solution providers in the UAE.On a track to identify and fulfill growing IT needs of the Emirates, UBS since its inception

has undertaken sustained and systematic efforts to develop, consolidate and expand its resources. There mission is to achieve widespread recognition as one of the leading IT solu-tions provider in the Emirates for all hardware, networking and software solutions.

Stone Wings is con-sidered one of the largest grass and fodder exporters in the Unites States of America, which is the parent company of Stone Wings Trading fodder imports in the UAE, which gained the ability to meet all the needs of custom-ers through the diver-

sity in products and availability as well as for the best pric-es, as the products are supplied to the consumer directly from the factory.

Through the years Stone Wings has achieved steady growth to become a major source in the gulf for fodder (Al-Falfa-jet) and other plant species that fit the animal need according to nature.

United Business SystemsIT Solutions Provider & Consultant

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Al Samadi SweetsP.O.Box 12950, DubaiTel: +971 4 269 7717Email: [email protected]

Mourouj Hotel ApartmentP.O. Box 129559 – Abu DhabiTel : +971 2 6413555E-mail: [email protected]

Khalidia International ShippingP.O.Box 43350, Abu DhabiTel: +971 2 659 2015Email: [email protected]

Khalidia IntersystemsP.O.Box 46554, Abu DhabiTel: +971 2 555 3223Email: [email protected]

Al Bustan FarmsP.O.Box 12964, SharjahTel: +971 6 883 8117Email: [email protected]

Safeer Integrated Systems P.O.Box 47366, Abu DhabiTel: +971 2 667 9444Email: [email protected]

Umniah Facility Management Umniah Real Estate DevelopmentP.O.Box 47366, Abu DhabiTel: +971 2 667 4545Email: [email protected]

United Business SystemsP.O. Box 47366, Abu DhabiTel: +971 2 667 6363Email: [email protected]

Magenta Gulf Real Estate Manage-mentP.O.Box 47567, Abu DhabiTel: +971 2 585 6205Email: [email protected]

Stone WingsP.O.Box 47366, Abu DhabiTel: +971 2 6774863www.stonewings.us

Fence InternationalP.O.Box 47316, Abu DhabiTel: +971 2 554 0544

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Magenta Gulf Real Estate was estab-lished to meet the accommodation and housing needs for the single and group expatriate workers in the UAE. Magenta Gulf is the real estate investment arm of EBG, and has entered into a long term lease agreement with Zones Corp for two plots of land. The agreement permits Magenta to enter into a back to back agreement with other companies for the entire duration of the lease agreement. The two plots F2C4-1 and F2C4-6 have built up areas of 47,510 m2 and 27,914

m2, and can accommodate approximately 10,300 labor & technicians. The plots are located 45 KM away from the Abu Dhabi City center. Magenta Gulf Real Estate has large future plans in setting up many more quality residential projects.

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Established in 1980, Khalidia Internation-al Shipping L.L.C Establishment offers a combination of shipping agency and forwarding services. In a short span of time Khalidia Shipping has emerged as specialists in dealing with all modes of cargo transportation. Their overseas principals, partners and associates have a network of offices around the world en-abling them to extend their reach across the globe and to most of the main cities connected by a port or an airport.

Khalidia International Shipping is committed to Quality, Reliability and Service and aims to maintain this by providing superior service that consistently meets the needs and expectations of their customers through continuous improve-ments and enhancements of their existing system.



2015 Kicks off to a start at EBG.

Emirates Business GroupAl Sawari Tower A, “0” Floor, CornicheRoad, Abu Dhabi - U.A.ETel: +971 2 66 58 844 / Fax: +971 2 66 63 442Email: [email protected]: www.ebguae.com

With the start of a new year, it was also the start of a new fun time for staff members at EBG and a few others within the Group. Displaying their talented and not so talented skills, our football stars now take to the football field weekly to compete against each other with 5 or more aside teams. We hope that this will be the initial sparks to setup what later could be, internal football tournaments, played between all subsidiary companies within the group, with a positive and friendly but competitive game spirit.

Did You Know...Facts about the UAE• Capital Gate tower in Abu Dhabi is 160

meters high but is recognized as the building with the greatest lean. Its tilt is four times greater than the Leaning Tow-er of Pisa. The 35-storey building forms the centerpiece for the Abu Dhabi Na-tional Exhibition.

• The Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi, is home to the first bank machine in the UAE - and the world that distributes gold bars. Since May, 2010, the machine has been selling out the precious metal on average 150 times daily.

• The Dubai Metro system is the longest automated network in the world. The 75-kilometre network has 87 trains — and no drivers. The trains are main-tained at a perfect 20 degrees Celsius for passengers and are carbon neutral in operation.

• According to the Guinness World Re-cords, the UAE is home to the most date palm trees anywhere on the planet. When they were counted in 2009 there were 42 million date palm trees here.

• Emirates airline operates the largest fleet of the world’s largest airplane, the Airbus A380. And it was the first airline in the world to provide an on-board shower for its passengers.

Terrible News Dear My CEO at Yahoo says I can no longer work from home!

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