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Motor Show 2008 highlights growth of Oman’s auto industry

Muscat, Oman, 6 December 2008 -- Motoring enthusiasts in the sultanate only have until today to view the largest collection of the latest car models under one roof as Motor Show 2008 enters its final day at the Oman International Exhibition Centre in Seeb.

The exhibition, which has been jam-packed with visitors since its official inauguration on Wednesday, will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and then from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Thousands of people have visited Motor Show 2008 over the past three days, and the exhibition centre is once again expected to be filled to capacity today as large crowds rush to get a final glimpse of the new car models that are now available in the local market.

“Motor Show 2008 is, by far, the most successful edition of the event ever since we first launched it in 1990,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading organiser of trade and consumer shows in the sultanate.

“The latest car models from the world’s major auto manufacturers are truly impressive, and the exhibition effectively showcases the exciting developments in the industry with the participation of leading car dealers in Oman that represent a wide range of automotive brands,” he explained.

Paul pointed out that Motor Show 2008 prominently features the newly launched models of 16 popular automotive brands, such as Audi, Chrysler, Citroën, Daihatsu, Dodge, Ford, Great Wall, Hino, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Peugeot, Seat, Skoda, Toyota, and Volkswagen. The various types of vehicles on display include 4-wheel drives, saloon cars, sports utility vehicles, pickup trucks, luxury vehicles, sports cars, sedans and hatchbacks, trucks, minis and convertibles. Many of the new models were unveiled during the exhibition itself, marking their formal introduction to the vibrant auto market in the sultanate.

Motor Show 2008 also showcases all-terrain vehicles from Yamaha and Polaris, Yamaha motorbikes and the Segway personal transporter. In addition, the exhibition displays a wide selection of auto parts & accessories as well as motoring products and services, including car loans, heat-control films, comprehensive car servicing/maintenance, automotive tyres, car insurance, Toyota genuine parts, lubricants and many other products.

Additional major attractions for visitors are the various activities being conducted outside the exhibition centre and within the stands of participating companies. These exciting activities include live band music, dance performances, driving simulations, PlayStation games, and RC car racing. The previous three days also witnessed the Harley Davidson slow race as well as the Red Bull break dancing and BMX stunts.

Motor Show 2008 is supported by V-KOOL (Oman) as the platinum sponsor, Bank Muscat as the gold sponsor, and Ahli Bank as the floor plan sponsor. Automan Magazine is the event’s official publication; Al Wisal Radio is the official radio station; and the media partners are the Times of Oman, Al Shabiba, H!, and Alyo Malsabeh.

The major exhibitors of Motor Show 2008 are the leading car dealers in Oman, including Al Hilal Motors, Al Rumaila Motors, Arabian Car Marketing, European Motors, General Automotive Company, Reliable International Automotive, Saud Bahwan Automotive, the Saud Bahwan Group, Towell Auto Centre, Wattayah Motors, and the Zubair Automotive Group.

The other exhibitors at the event include Ahli Bank, Al Ahlia Insurance Co., Bank Muscat, Eint Automotive, Fairtrade Auto, Hamdan Trading Group, Malatan Trading & Contracting, Mohsin Haider Darwish, National Finance Co., Oman Lifestyle, Saud Bahwan Automotive – Toyota Parts & Service, Red Bull, Sayarti LLC, and the Times of Oman.
                                                          
Motor Show 2008 unveils the latest car models in Oman

Muscat, Oman, 4 December 2008 – His Highness Harib bin Thuwaini bin Shihab Al-Said, Secretary General Assistant for Conferences at the General Secretariat for the Cabinet, formally inaugurated Motor Show 2008 yesterday, officially opening the biggest exhibition of the latest car models that are now available in the local market.

Organised by Omanexpo LLC, Motor Show 2008 will be held until December 6 and it is open to all motoring enthusiasts from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and then from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. On Friday, December 5, the exhibition timings will only be from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
“We are pleased to invite all car owners and those planning to buy a car to visit Motor Show 2008 and see the latest developments in the world’s auto industry as exemplified in the new car models on display,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading exhibition management company in the sultanate.

Paul pointed out that the exhibition showcases a wide range of highly popular automotive brands with the strong participation of leading car dealers in Oman. Among the major exhibitors at Motor Show 2008 are Al Hilal Motors, Al Rumaila Motors, Arabian Car Marketing, European Motors, General Automotive Company, Reliable International Automotive, Saud Bahwan Automotive, the Saud Bahwan Group, Towell Auto Centre, Wattayah Motors, and the Zubair Automotive Group.

The automotive brands that are prominently featured in the exhibition include Audi, Chrysler, Citroën, Daihatsu, Dodge, Ford, Great Wall, Hino, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Peugeot, Seat, Skoda, Toyota, and Volkswagen. The presence of various brands from the world’s major auto manufacturers makes Motor Show 2008 a veritable showcase of the latest 4-wheel drives, sedans and hatchbacks, sports utility vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, pickup trucks, saloon vehicles, luxury vehicles, motorbikes and commercial vehicles.

“Motor Show 2008 reflects the continued growth of the auto industry in Oman, and it highlights the latest advances in design, technology, safety and overall performance of the new car models that have been introduced locally,” Paul explained, adding that it’s the consumer who ultimately benefits from continued developments in the industry.

Motor Show 2008 is supported by V-Kool Oman as the platinum sponsor, Bank Muscat as the gold sponsor, and Ahli Bank as the floor plan sponsor. Automan Magazine is the event’s official publication, Al Wisal is the official radio station, while the media partners are Times of Oman, H!, Al Shabiba, and Alyo Malsabeh Magazine.

Consistent with its aim to serve the needs of all car owners and potential car buyers, Motor Show 2008 also features a wide range of auto parts & services as well as various motoring products and services. Among those on display are automotive tyres, genuine Toyota parts, heat-control films, car loans and car insurance products, motor oils & lubricants, automotive lighting, reflectors, mirrors and many other products.

Other Motor Show exhibitors include Ahli Bank, Al Ahlia Insurance Co., Bank Muscat, Eint Automotive, Fairtrade Auto, Hamdan Trading Group, Malatan Trading & Contracting, Mohsin Haider Darwish, National Finance Co., Oman Lifestyle, Saud Bahwan Automotive – Toyota Parts & Service, Red Bull, the Royal Oman Police, and Sayarti LLC.

Besides getting an opportunity to be among the first to see the latest car models in Oman, all visitors of Motor Show 2008 will also get a chance to win valuable prizes in the raffle draw. A wide range of activities will also be conducted on all days of the event to entertain motoring enthusiasts as well as their families. These exciting activities include driving simulations, car test drives, a Harley Davidson race, Red Bull BMX stunts, break dancing, and live band music.
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Motor Show 2008 opens today

Muscat, Oman, 3 December 2008 – His Highness Harib bin Thuwaini bin Shihab Al-Said, Secretary General Assistant for Conferences at the General Secretariat for the Cabinet, will preside over the formal inauguration today – December 3 – of Motor Show 2008 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre in Seeb.

The exhibition, which will run until Saturday, December 6, is participated in by leading car dealers in Oman and will showcase the latest models of globally known vehicle brands. Among those that will be featured in the exhibition are Audi, Chrysler, Citroën, Daihatsu, Dodge, Ford, Great Wall, Hino, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Peugeot, Seat, Skoda, Toyota, and Volkswagen. The wide range of brands on display makes the Motor Show a must-see event for all car owners, motoring enthusiasts, and potential car buyers.

“Motor Show 2008 will be an opportunity for everyone to check out the exciting features of the new car models that are now available in the local market,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading organiser of trade and consumer shows in the sultanate.

Today’s official opening ceremony, which is scheduled at 10:00 a.m., will be attended by ministry officials, members of the diplomatic corps, the senior management of all participating companies, and other distinguished guests. After the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the chief guest will tour the exhibition to view the vehicles on display, many of which will be formally launched for the first time in Oman at the opening of Motor Show 2008.

Among the new car models that will be unveiled include the Great Wall Peri, the Kia Soul and the new Kia Cerato, the Mazda 6 Ultra, the Skoda Octavia, the new Toyota Yaris, the Volkswagen Passat CC and the Volkswagen Scirocco. With all available spaces at the exhibition centre taken up for Motor Show 2008, the exhibition will showcase a wide range of new 4-wheel drives, sedans and hatchbacks, sports utility vehicles, pickup trucks, saloon vehicles, luxury vehicles, and commercial vehicles.

In addition to the latest car models, Motor Show 2008 will also prominently feature all-terrain vehicles as well as motorbikes. The four-day exhibition will likewise display a wide selection of auto parts & accessories as well as products and services for all car owners and would-be car buyers. Among those to be exhibited are automotive tyres, car loans and insurance products, auto paints and polishes, motor oils & lubricants, genuine Toyota parts, and many other products.

The exhibition timings for Motor Show 2008 will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and then from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. On Friday, December 5th, the exhibition will be open only from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. All visitors will have a chance to win valuable prizes in the raffle draw, and various activities have also been lined up to entertain visitors on all days of the event. These include a Harley Davidson race, driving simulations, live band music, BMX stunts, break dancing, and magic shows.

Motor Show 2008 is supported by V-Kool Oman as the platinum sponsor, Bank Muscat as the gold sponsor, and Ahli Bank as the floor plan sponsor. Automan Magazine is the event’s official publication, Al Wisal is the official radio station, while the media partners are Times of Oman, H!, Al Shabiba, and Alyo Malsabeh Magazine.

Motor Show 2008 set for grand opening tomorrow

Muscat, Oman, 2 December 2008 – Motor Show 2008, the biggest exhibition in Oman for the auto industry and for all motoring enthusiasts, flags off starting tomorrow – December 3 -- at the Oman International Exhibition Centre to showcase the latest models of popular automotive brands.

His Highness Harib bin Thuwaini bin Shihab Al-Said, Secretary General Assistant for Conferences at the General Secretariat for the Cabinet, will be the chief guest at the official inauguration tomorrow of the four-day exhibition, which will be held until Saturday, December 6. The formal opening ceremony will be attended by ministry officials, ambassadors and other diplomatic officers, the top management and senior executives of participating companies, media representatives, and other distinguished guests.

The exhibition timings of Motor Show 2008 will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and then from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m, except on Friday, December 5, when it will be open only from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. All visitors of the exhibition will have the opportunity to see the newest car models now available in the market and also enjoy various activities, including test drives, magic shows, break dancing, BMX stunts and driving simulations.

“This year’s Motor Show is expected to be the most exciting ever, with all participating car dealers sparing no expense in designing their stalls and putting up impressive displays to effectively attract the attention of visitors,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading exhibition management company in the sultanate.

Paul pointed out that Omanexpo first organised the Motor Show in 1990 and the event has been witness to the continued development of vehicles that have been launched over the year by the vibrant auto industry in Oman. He stressed that Motor Show 2008 will prominently highlight these developments with the unveiling of the latest car models from globally known brands including Audi, Chrysler, Citroën, Daihatsu, Dodge, Ford, Great Wall, Hino, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Peugeot, Seat, Skoda, Toyota, and Volkswagen.

Motor Show 2008 will also feature auto parts & accessories as well as products and services for all car owners. The automotive products to be displayed will range from heat-control films, tyres, motor oil and lubricants to car loans, auto insurance and genuine Toyota parts. In addition, the exhibition will also showcase various types of all-terrain vehicles as well as motorbikes.

Motor Show 2008 is supported by V-Kool Oman as the platinum sponsor, Bank Muscat as the gold sponsor, and Ahli Bank as the floor plan sponsor. Automan Magazine is the event’s official publication, Al Wisal is the official radio station, while the media partners are Times of Oman, H!, Al Shabiba, and Alyo Malsabeh Magazine.
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BankMuscat sponsors Motor Show 2008

Muscat, Oman, 28 November 2008 – BankMuscat, the leading bank in Oman, has signed up as the gold sponsor of Motor Show 2008 to prominently showcase its suite of consumer banking products.

“Participating in Motor Show 2008 will enable us to effectively raise public awareness on the advantages offered by our banking products. Also our decision to sponsor the exhibition is consistent with our corporate commitment to always take a leading role in anything that we are involved in,” said Sulaiman Al Harthy, Group DGM – Consumer Banking, BankMuscat.

Targeted at all generations, the bank’s suite of products includes al Mazyona children’s account, Hayatuna family protection plans, baituna property finance, Sayyarati car loans and ebanking services. BankMuscat remains committed to excellence in providing innovative banking solutions to all, inspired by the challenges that lie ahead and looking forward to growing together with the nation as one family. Setting new benchmarks in the regional banking and finance industry, BankMuscat offers a complete range of retail and personal banking products and services through the largest network of branches across the length and breadth of Oman.

“We are highly pleased to secure the participation of BankMuscat both as an exhibitor as well as a major sponsor of Motor Show 2008, the biggest exhibition in Oman for the auto industry and for all motoring enthusiasts in the sultanate,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the pioneer events management company in Oman.

Paul announced that this year’s Motor Show, which will be held on December 3-6, is shaping up to be the most exciting ever with the scheduled launch of many new car models from the world’s major auto manufacturers. The four-day event has attracted the participation of leading car dealers in Oman, and it will also showcase a wide range of auto parts & accessories as well as various products and services for all car owners and would-be car buyers.

In addition to BankMuscat, Motor Show 2008 is also supported by V-KOOL Oman as the platinum sponsor, Automan Magazine as the official publication, and Al Wisal FM as the official radio station. The event’s media partners are Times of Oman, Al Shabiba, H!, and Alyo Malsabeh.

The exhibition timings for Motor Show 2008 will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and then from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, except on Friday, December 5, when it will only be open from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. A wide range of exciting activities -- including driving simulations, Red Bull BMX stunts, live music and car test drives – will be held on all days of the event for the benefit of all visitors.

Motor Show 2008 to feature popular automotive brands

Muscat, Oman, 22 November 2008 – Motor Show 2008, the biggest event for the auto industry in Oman, will feature globally known automotive brands and will showcase a wide variety of new car models, many of which will be launched for the first time in the sultanate during the exhibition.

To be held at the Oman International Exhibition Centre on December 3-6, Motor Show 2008 will display the latest offerings from the world’s major auto manufacturers with the participation of leading car dealers in Oman. Among the popular automotive brands that will be represented in the exhibition are Audi, Chrysler, Citroën, Daihatsu, Dodge, Ford, Great Wall, Hino, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Peugeot, Seat, Skoda, Toyota, and Volkswagen.

“All visitors to Motor Show 2008 will surely be amazed and thrilled by the advanced features of the new car models that are now available here in Oman,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading organiser of trade and consumer shows in the sultanate. “Cars continue to improve in their design, technology and safety features and all these will be prominently showcased in the exhibition.”

Greatly adding to the excitement at Motor Show 2008 will be the official launching of many new car models. Among those to be formally unveiled are the Volkswagen Passat CC and the Volkswagen Scirocco, both of which are being airlifted all the way from Germany just for the Motor Show in Oman. Other exciting car models that will be introduced to all motoring enthusiasts in the sultanate include the Kia Soul, the new Kia Cerato, the Great Wall Peri, the Skoda Octavia, the new Toyota Yaris, and many others.

Motor Show 2008 is supported by V-Kool Oman as the platinum sponsor, Bank Muscat as the gold sponsor, and Ahli Bank as the floor plan sponsor. Automan Magazine is the event’s official publication, while the media partners are Times of Oman, Al Shabiba and H! Magazine.

In addition to the latest car models, Motor Show 2008 will also feature Yamaha motorbikes, all-terrain vehicles from Polaris and Yamaha, and the Segway personal transporter. The four-day event will also present various types of auto parts & accessories as well as products and services for car owners and potential car buyers. Among those to be displayed are automotive tyres, insurance and financing services, auto paints and polishes, motor oils & lubricants, genuine Toyota parts, and many other products.

The exhibition timings for Motor Show 2008 will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and then from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, except on Friday, December 5, when it will only be open from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. The morning hours of Saturday, December 6, are reserved for ladies and families only. A wide range of exciting activities -- including a 4WD test course, driving simulations, Red Bull BMX stunts and car test drives – will be held on all days of the event for the benefit of all visitors.
                                                                                                                     
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V-KOOL Oman to participate in Motor Show 2008 as platinum sponsor

Muscat, Oman, 20 October 2008 – For motorists looking for relief from the searing heat in the Middle East, V-KOOL Oman will again prominently showcase its revolutionary heat control film for vehicles with its participation as a major exhibitor and platinum sponsor of Motor Show 2008.

The exhibition, which will be held on December 3-6 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre, will showcase a wide range of the latest car models, various types of auto parts and accessories as well as other products and services for all car owners in the sultanate. Organised by Omanexpo LLC, the Motor Show is the biggest event in Oman for the auto industry and the four-day exhibition has been sponsored by V-KOOL Oman for many years now.

"Supporting Motor Show 2008 is consistent with our leading position in the market for heat control films here in the sultanate," said Alaa Jarrar, general manager of V-KOOL Oman. “Our product has been installed in thousands of cars in the sultanate and in more than 18 million vehicles worldwide, and it has always delivered in providing protection and comfort to all of our clients.”

Jarrar pointed out that V-KOOL is the only clear film that allows natural light to pass through while blocking out as much as 94% of infrared heat. Named by Popular Science magazine in 1999 as one of the Top 100 Inventions of the Millennium, V-KOOL was a result of advanced research conducted at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the U.S. in the 1970s. The technology is now widely used not only in vehicles but also for architectural applications.

According to Jarrar, V-KOOL offers a wide range of benefits to car owners. By screening out infrared radiation, it effectively lowers a car’s cabin temperature, resulting in more comfort for everyone inside. It also has the capability to block up to 99% of harmful ultraviolet radiation, which is a risk factor for many health problems including skin cancer. In addition, V-KOOL provides protection against broken glasses in the event of an accident, and the clear film gives all these benefits without affecting visibility and clarity.

“We are very pleased to once again receive the support of V-KOOL Oman as their participation ensures that Motor Show 2008 will truly cater to the needs and interests of all car owners and motoring enthusiasts,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading organiser of trade and consumer shows in the sultanate.

Paul stressed that Motor Show 2008 will feature the latest and most advanced car models with the strong presence of Oman’s leading car dealers who represent many of the world’s well-known vehicle brands. The exhibition will also display a wide selection of auto parts and accessories and other products such as entertainment systems, car insurance and financing schemes, lubricants and air-conditioning systems.

In addition to V-KOOL Oman, Motor Show 2008 is also supported by Ahli Bank as the floor plan sponsor and Automan as the official magazine.

Motor Show 2008 to roll out new car models in December

Muscat, Oman, 11 October 2008 – Omanexpo LLC, the leading organiser of trade and consumer shows in the sultanate, has announced that a wide variety of new car models and an extensive selection of auto parts and accessories will be on display when Motor Show 2008 flags off on December 3-6 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre.

“With the participation of leading car companies in Oman, Motor Show 2008 will be a grand spectacle of the latest and most advanced vehicle models from the world’s major auto manufacturers,” said C.J. Paul, General Manager of Omanexpo LLC, the company that first launched the Motor Show in the sultanate way back in 1990.

Paul pointed out that the four-day exhibition will showcase a wide range of globally known vehicle brands as well as various types of vehicles that are now available in the local market. He stressed that Motor Show 2008 will be an opportunity for all would-be car buyers and motoring enthusiasts to check out the sophisticated features of the latest sports utility vehicles (SUVs), sedans and hatchbacks, 4-wheel drives, commercial vehicles, pickup trucks, station wagons, sports cars and luxury vehicles.

In addition to all types of vehicles, Motor Show 2008 will also feature a wide selection of auto parts and accessories as well as innovative services and products for car owners. Specifically, among the products that visitors will see at the exhibition are automotive tyres, air-conditioning systems, motor oils and lubricants, security systems, auto paints and polishes, car radios and other entertainment systems. Financial institutions and insurance firms will also be on hand to offer financing options and motor insurance packages.

“The display of everything related to motoring will ensure that Motor Show 2008 will truly serve the interests of the vibrant auto industry here in Oman,” Paul explained. “The event will also reflect the continued growth of the industry by highlighting the sultanate’s role as an attractive market for the world’s latest car models.”

With only less than two months to go before the opening of the exhibition, preparations are now shifting into high gear to ensure that Motor Show 2008 will be a fulfilling and exciting experience for everyone. According to Ashit I. Barnes, Sales Manager of Omanexpo LLC, various types of motoring-related activities will be conducted during the event to effectively draw huge crowds of motoring enthusiasts to the exhibition centre. The planned activities include a 4-wheel drive test course, driving simulation games, and daily test drives of new vehicle models.
                                                                                                                     
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