Kia Cadenza, a new high-tech luxury sedan, was unveiled in Jeddah on Saturday night. “The new car represents yet another huge leap forward in our quest to become a truly elite automaker that can compete with the industry’s leading players,” Michael Sohn, Kia Motors’ deputy general manager at regional headquarters for Middle East and Africa Operations, said at its launch at Jeddah Hilton.
“Cadenza symbolizes our drive and determination to surprise the world with our stylish, high performance cars that possess world-class levels of quality, safety and high-tech convenience features while still maintaining unbeatable value for money,” he said. “The past few years have been a truly exciting ride for Kia Motors, and 2010 is no exception In fact, we are in the midst of the industry’s most aggressive new product introduction cycle.”
Abdullatif Bin Hamad Al-Jabr, chairman of Al-Jabr Automotive, the sole Kingdomwide distributor for Kia Motors, said Kia had emerged as one of the fastest growing carmakers the world over. Featuring a powerful yet economical six cylinder 290HP engine, the new Cadenza is designed with dynamic shapes that give it a commanding presence, while the extremely comfortable interior includes state-of-the-art luxury equipment such as the 5.5 or 6.5 colored screen that works as GPS with direct satellite connection, and the hi-tech sound system that plays MP3 formats, operates iPods and has a USB extension for communication.
“Kia products have maintained their appeal to customers throughout the current global economic downturn and the new Cadenza will surely attract more newcomers to the Korean brand,” Al-Jabr said, adding that KIA is the official sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2010 in South Africa and the 2014 Cup in Brazil.
LSC is a relatively new provider of logistics solutions in Saudi Arabia since 2008, specializing in customer and industry specific services including domestic and international trucking, airfreight, ocean freight, warehousing and supply chain management. “We are a Saudi-owned and run company with our head office in Riyadh and operations throughout the Kingdom,” LSC’s Deputy CEO Saad Ghamdy said. “With our best operations system, we offer fully integrated service to our clients providing both quality and visibility across their supply chain, through our main branches in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam. LSC’s vision is to provide innovation and reliability to the current supply chain in the Kingdom.
“Logistics requirements are clearly moving into Solutions 1 orientated services, which are designed and executed according to customer specific requirements. Therefore LSC is building its services around the ever-changing needs of our customers giving them the option to engage its know-how in logistics and supply chain management. The value of LSC’s products lies in a combination of its services related to freight, contract logistics and warehousing,” Ghamdy said.
Alesayi Electronics, Panasonic sole agent for Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday launched a new range of Lumix digital cameras and Full-HD camcorders in the Saudi market. Featuring Panasonic technology — including Intelligent Resolution Technology, power OIS (Optical Image Stabilizer), High Definition video recording, and GPS technology, backed up with the high quality Leica lens — the new Lumix range provides a sophisticated and stylish range suitable for every level of photographer, senior executives of Panasonic and Alesayi Electronics, told a press conference at Park Hyatt.
Panasonic also launched the latest range of semi-professional and Full-HD camcorders in the market, featuring Full HD 1080 Progressive recording and easy-to-use LCD touch screen interface. The new image processing technology Intelligent Resolution incorporated in the cameras, together with the Venus engine, makes taking pictures hassle-free while producing excellent results. The technology activates various features at the same time to automatically focus, balance and highlight the best images.
The range of Lumix Digital Cameras now includes the top-of-the-line 12.1 megapixel TZ10 with GPS and HD video recording capability in AVCHD 720p. New additions to the lineup are the slim and stylish FP3 and FP1 with internal foldable optics; the FP3 also features a touch panel. “The new cameras are packed with features that allow customers to take high quality videos and photos with ease,” said Hidefumi Kawakita, GM, Panasonic Marketing Middle East, KSA Office.
“Stylish, compact and easy to use, we recommend these cameras for anyone who wants to enjoy HD image quality. A one touch intelligent auto button allows users to take stunningly beautiful shots without having to worry about complicated settings.” Panasonic also announced the expansion of its sophisticated 2010 High Definition (HD) camcorder line with six new semi-professional Full-HD models.
Saudis can now look forward to a delightful shopping experience at the newly opened REDTAG store in Azizia, Makkah. REDTAG is a value-focused fashion and home store and the new outlet is its eighth in the Makkah province and 18th in the Kingdom.
REDTAG is part of the Jazirat S’maa Fashion Company Ltd., a member of Faisal Al Suwaiket Group of Companies. It claims to offer a range of fashions for the entire family and home ware for budget-conscious shoppers. It has spacious sections offering the latest in fashions and accessories for men, women, children and newborns.
This is supplemented by a vast range of merchandise for the home, dining, bed, bath as well as home décor items and toys. The newly opened store is currently carrying the new spring and summer collection, which is vibrant, light and cool. The collection presents a riot of pastels as well as bold shades that gives it a fashion edge this summer. Each piece is versatile, yet has a classical trendiness that allows you to mix and match.
The women’s collection is vast and pleasing. The men’s spring/summer collection is vibrant, trendy and hip-hop. The color palette is vast and the range is enormous. The opportunity to mix and match is great. The infant boys, girls and the baby collections feature a range of beautifully designed light cottons in pastels as well as bold hues.
DM Healthcare, a $300 million group and one of the largest health-care service providers in the region, has announced its expansion plan “Vision 2015.” The group’s vision is to set up about 300 health-care facilities with an investment of $500 million across the Middle East and India. A total of SR250 million will be invested in Saudi Arabia to build five hospitals, 15 medical centers and 15 pharmacies.
The group also introduced its new corporate brand identity “Aster.” The new brand identity aims at consolidating and spearheading the four key verticals of DM Healthcare as one cohesive brand. Aster will be integrating the hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centers and pharmacies of the group, spread over 90 locations in five countries. Introduction of Aster will enable the group to leverage the overall strength of the brand to build more meaningful connections with their customers and promote affordable, quality health care with a human touch.
Dr. Azad Moopen, chairman, DM Healthcare, said, “We dedicate ourselves to achieving excellence in health care, with a conviction that a society is as healthy as its people and its achievements as high as its aspirations. Aster will embody our core principles of quality, affordability and care. While recognizing the importance of constant technological upgradation, we lay great focus on the men behind the machines. We strongly believe that health care is all about loving care rendered with a warm human touch.”