Gold Sponsors
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways is the national airline of the United Arab Emirates and based in the UAE’s capital, Abu Dhabi. In just five years Etihad has flown more than 17 million Guests to more than 50 destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Australia, Europe, North America and Asia. The Etihad fleet will reach 52 aircraft by the end of 2009. Etihad expects to carry up to seven million Guests by the end of 2009, a remarkable increase on the 340,000 that traveled with the airline in 2004. By the end of 2009, Etihad will have expanded its global route network to 57 destinations, including new services to Melbourne, Istanbul, Athens, Larnaca, Chicago, Cape Town and Hyderabad.
For further information, visit the airline’s website: www.etihadairways.com
Abu Dhabi National Hotels
Abu Dhabi National Hotels is one of the country's leading hospitality groups and has been a shareholding company since 1978 with hotel ownership and management being its core activity. Its other activities cover all sectors of the leisure and hospitality industry which include catering, transportation and tourism operations.
ADNH attributes its growth and achievements to the successful marriage of modern management principles with the Arabic traditions of hospitality, tolerance and peace. As it fulfills its mission of developing modern, competitive and quality businesses, it draws strength from the rich cultural heritage of the Arab World.
For further information visit: www.adnh.com
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd was founded in 1939 and is currently world market leader in the manufacture and sale of single-engine turboprop aircraft. It is the only Swiss company to develop, build and sell private aircraft and training systems all over the world. At the headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, Pilatus is licensed to maintain and perform upgrades on a variety of aircraft. This service is complemented by three independent subsidiaries in Altenrhein (Switzerland), Broomfield (Colorado, USA) and Adelaide (Australia). With over 1100 employees at its headquarters, Pilatus is one of the largest employers in Central Switzerland, and is active in the promotion of almost 100 apprentices in seven different vocations.
For further information visit: www.pilatus-aircraft.com
Al Ain Water
Al Ain Mineral Water has been the thirst choice for consumers in the UAE since 1990. With pioneering purification techniques, the Company ensures that consumers are assured of the most healthy, natural and fresh water. The Al Ain portfolio includes Pure Natural Bottled water, Al Ain Water+ for kids, Flavoured water and the 5-gallon water. Al Ain Mineral Water Company is also actively involved in promoting bottle recycling and disposal efforts in the UAE.
Please visit our website: www.alainwater.com
