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American Business Council tours Khorfakkan and Kalba HE Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, CEO of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), welcomed participants, including Mr Ramsey Jurdi President of the American Business Council, and Mr Khalid Al Haddad, Emirates Airlines District Manager for Sharjah and Northern Emirates to the trip. They were accompanied by Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer, COO of Shurooq, Elie Armaly, Director of Business Development at Shurooq, Mohamed Juma Al Musharrakh, Head of Investment Promotion at Shurooq, as well as representatives from a number of government entities. The convoy of coaches first arrived in Khorfakkan, where attendees took…

Important Archaeological Excavations to take place in the Heart of Sharjah Work on the first phase of this landmark project, being undertaken by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in cooperation with the Sharjah Department of Public Works and a number government bodies and departments in the Emirate, is well on track and construction is now commencing to complete the project south to Al Hisn (Bank Street) and beyond. One of the prime focuses of the work to be done in this area is a full archaeological excavation, being led by Prof Tatsuo Sasaki, Professor Emeritus at the Department…

Marwan Al Sarkal: The UAE has given much to its citizens and expatriates, and it is our duty to work steadfastly and faithfully The delegation included Major General Dr. Abdul Qadoos Al Obaidly, Chairman of the Emirates Association for Strategic Planning, Colonel Abdullah Abdul Rahman bin Sultan, Secretary of the Association, and Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Sarhan Hassan Al Muaini, Board Member and Chairman of the Public Relations Committee. Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer, Shurooq Chief Operating Officer, Saud Meqdad Al Suwaidi, Director of Finance and Administration, and Ahmed Mousa Al Houti, Government Relations Coordinator at Shurooq, were present during the meeting,…

In recognition of their efforts and cooperation in completion of Al Majaz Waterfront Al Sarkal said the honour came in recognition of the constructive role of all bodies that cooperated to complete this project and develop the emirate of Sharjah. "The achievements made in the emirate would not have been possible without the wise directives of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah," Al Sarkal said. Shurooq CEO added that, "This honour also comes in recognition and appreciation of their fruitful cooperation in helping in the completion of Al…

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) is planning to set up environmentally-friendly facilities, as well as some play rides carefully chosen for children with special needs, within the Al Majaz Waterfront project. According to H.E. Marwan Bin Jassim Al Sarkal, CEO of (Shurooq) this forms part of Shurooq's vision to develop high-quality projects that will enhance Sharjah's reputation as a distinguished tourist and investment destination. He Said: "In order to address environmental challenges, protect our natural environment and improve environmental practices, Shurooq, in cooperation with Bee'ah - The Sharjah Environment Company, is currently embarking on a host of eco-friendly…

The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in cooperation with "I Love UAE" Initiative has distributed gifts to labourers working at Sharjah's Al Majaz Waterfront project site as part of a charity campaign. The campaign, themed 'Get involved and make a difference', began with the visit to the construction workers at the construction site on Khalid Lagoon. The delegation delivered words of thanks and appreciation to the workers in recognition of their outstanding efforts and significant contribution to the community. The visit also aimed to spread awareness of safety measures among workers. Following the address by the delegation, volunteers from…

A delegation from the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority, recently visited Omran. The meeting, during which a number of issues were discussed with the aim of opening new vistas of cooperation that will serve the interests of both parties in developing the tourism sector in the region and exchanging experiences in this regard, was attended by Mr. Elie Armaly, Business Development Director, Shurooq. They were briefed on a host of projects carried out by Omran during the last few years and its plans for future projects. In turn, The willingness to strengthen mutual cooperation between Shurooq and Omran in light…

Al Sarkal: increasing population and rising per head household consumption will remain key drivers for growth of UAE's retail industry Retail City is a two-day power networking conference and awards ceremony that brings together global leaders in retail to discuss the hottest topics in retail real estate and to source investment opportunities in new markets. It is an essential networking event for regional and global leaders in the retail sector, addressing key business issues and challenges facing retailers, retail developers, operators, mall manager, consultants, architects and property management organizations. Al Sarkal was speaking on a panel entitled "The Developer Challenge",…

H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qassimi,recently held a meeting with the Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq). Al Qassimi praised Shurooq's goals to support and enhance the economic system of Sharjah, and listened to ideas and suggestions made by both the Chairperson and CEO, who expressed their appreciation of His Highness' continued support and encouragement, confirming that his encouragement adds a sense of responsibility and drives everyone in the investment sector to work harder in order to contribute to Sharjah's development growth plans. Said H.E. Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Shurooq Chairperson: "We sensed…