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Dubai World Trade Centre reappoints PHD

November 16, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Suad Ashimi

Dubai-based media and communications agency, PHD has been reappointed by the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). DWTC is a venue for exhibition, conference and event organisers. PHD will continue to improve the brand’s marketing performance and injected technology to help DWTC’s business offering.

“Winning new business is always very rewarding, but there is something special in being retained by or receiving an expanded brief from an existing client, as it intimates a strong level of satisfaction,” says Luca Allam, Managing Director, PHD UAE. “DWTC is a prestigious brand with ambitious plans. We can’t ask for much more from our clients than to expect from us to turn their dreams into reality.”

Total Communications to handle marine exhibition

January 18, 2017/in Account win, Featured /by Shelly Mistry

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has appointed Total Communications to handle the PR account for the 25^th Dubai International Boat Show across the region. Serving as a platform for marine enthusiasts, investors and buyers from around the world, the exhibition will take place from February 28 – March 4, 2017, at Dubai International Marine Club.

“It was fitting that we were appointed to promote yet another important and internationally recognised event in the region at a time when we were marking a significant milestone in our own history,” says Tony Lewis, CEO and Founder, Total Communications. “With the newly opened Dubai Canal and recently announced Dubai Harbour project, this is one of the most energetic periods of growth and potential for the regional marine industry and we are putting our full efforts together to produce exceptional results for DWTC and the exhibitors at the show.”

Distripress annual congress opens in Dubai

October 4, 2016/in Featured, Regional News /by Suad Ashimi

The first MENA edition of the Distripress Congress opened yesterday and will run until Thursday, October 6, 2016 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The congress acts as an international meeting point for everyone involved in the distribution and marketing of all press products including; newspapers, and periodicals. In opening the congress, Managing Director of Distripress, Tracy Jones welcomed the 450 member delegates from 47 countries with welcoming remarks also presented by Giselle Pettyfyer, CEO of Facon and Associates. A panel session of speakers including; Carine Nevejans, Distripress President; Peter Newbould, International Trading Director, W H Smith; Anne-Marie Couderc, President, Presstalis and John Lafranier, CEO, Disticor; were also present to discuss and focus on the need to innovate, embrace change and move forward in the distribution industry – strategically.

Katch International secures GAMES ME

August 2, 2016/in Account win, Featured /by Emily Churchill-Owen

Following the success of their first partnership for GAMES 15, Alliance has again appointed Katch International as its PR partner for this year’s GAMES Middle East. Taking place from September 22, 2016 until September 24, 2016 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the convention will act as a celebration of gaming culture across the Middle East, providing gamers with previews and experiences from the latest game releases and launches, as well as an opportunity to meet industry talent. Katch will be working to increase awareness of the event across the region, through engaging a wide range of individuals and companies with a passion for gaming.

“Alliance and Katch are working hard to ensure that all types of gamers are more than satisfied with the content that GAMES Middle East brings,” says Georgina Woollams, Managing Director, Katch International. “We are going to once again tap into our earlier fostered relationships with media and influencers who have been supportive from day one. Our list has grown from the previous year and hence we are thrilled to be expanding the event’s network and meeting more like-minded people, as well as institutions who are equally passionate about gaming.”

Arafaat Ali Khan, Director of Communications, Alliance, adds “One of our goals each year is to take every event and fan experience to an even more extraordinary level of offerings and excitement. Having a partner who we trust to help us achieve that is an integral part of the process. We are glad to have Katch back on board to help us grow the event and reach out to more families and gamers of every skill level this year.”

Intersolar appoints Brazen

July 24, 2016/in Account win, Featured /by Emily Churchill-Owen

Global solar energy conference Intersolar has appointed Brazen to handle the PR for its upcoming Middle East event, Intersolar ME. The agency will handle all media relations for the international conference being staged at Dubai World Trade Centre from September 19, 2016 until September 21, 2016. Part of dmg events and Solar Promotion International, Intersolar ME will allow visitors and exhibitors to gain insights into current trends in the solar industry in the Middle East. The conference agenda features talks from renowned speakers as well as technological innovations, networking events, free interactive workshops and seminars.

“Intersolar ME is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet,” says Louise Jacobson, Managing Director, Brazen. “It will be one of the most innovative solar conferences anywhere in the world this year. We are absolutely thrilled to have been chosen to handle the PR for this exciting event.”

Gabriella Villela, Spokesman, Intersolar ME, adds “Brazen has an outstanding track record in achieving great results for exhibitions and conferences. This and their strength in media relations made them the ideal choice for a PR partner.”

Distripress Congress to be held in Dubai

July 21, 2016/in Featured, Regional News /by Emily Churchill-Owen

This year’s edition of the Distripress Congress is set to be held in Dubai on Monday, 3 October until Thursday, 6 October, 2016 at Dubai World Trade Centre. This will be the first time the congress is to be held in the Middle East and the event will act as an international meeting point for everyone involved in the distribution and marketing of newspapers and periodicals. Already confirmed speakers for the 2016 Distripress Congress include Peter Newbould, International Trading Director, W H Smith; Anne-Marie Couderc, President, Presstalis; and John Lafranier, CEO, Disticor.

Katch wins Dubai Music Week account

June 10, 2015/0 Comments/in Account win /by Emily Churchill-Owen

Dubai-based integrated marketing and communications agency Katch International has won the account to cover all PR for Dubai Music Week (DMW) 2015. Live Nation Middle East and Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) will launch the event, scheduled to begin on Wednesday, September 23, 2015 and run through to Saturday, September 26, 2015. DMW 2015 is an international music festival featuring four main segments: concerts, celebrity guest speakers, master classes and an interactive entertainment village.

“Katch International are delighted to be working with Dubai Music Week (DMW) 2015,” says Ben Kershaw, Client Services Director, Katch International. “This music festival aims to bring together local and international artists, music fans and industry heavyweights on one platform to enrich and entertain. We are excited to be announcing more updates about the project in the coming weeks.”

For further information, contact Palak Mehta at palak@katchthis.com / +971 (0)4 385 0004

Katch to represent 30 Seconds to Mars concert

February 25, 2015/0 Comments/in Account win /by Melissa Jean McWhirter

Katch International has secured the account to represent American rock band 30 Seconds to Mars’ first concert in Dubai. Brought to the region by Live Nation Middle East and Dubai World Trade Centre, the concert will take place on April 10, 2015, at the Dubai World Trade Centre Arena, with Jared Leto, Shannon Leto and lead guitarist Tomo Miličević perfoming. Katch International will be handling all PR for the upcoming event.

“This fantastic musical event introduces Katch to incredible international entertainment brand Live Nation,” says Ben Kershaw, Client Services Director, Katch International. “Whilst drawing on previous experience, we are also excited to be bringing some new flavours to the mix.”

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