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First anniversary celebrations marked by winning the President's Trophy in the Dubai-Muscat Passage Sailing Regatta 2004

March 25, 2004

Duboats, the leisure boat company established in January 2003 by the Bin Zayed Group, announced ambitious plans to expand its presence through the Gulf region with the establishment of new offices in Qatar , Kuwait and Saudi Arabia . The announcement was made at a Cocktail Party at the Duboats stand in the Dubai Boat Show 2004, which was held from March 17 to 20, 2004, at the Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi. The party had been organised to celebrate Duboats Racing's winning the President's Trophy in the Dubai-Muscat Passage Sailing Regatta 2004.

 

"In its first year of operations in UAE's leisure boat market, Duboats has met its objective of creating a niche for customised world class yachts targeted at discerning marine sports enthusiasts," said H.E. Sheikh Khaled Bin Zayed Bin Saqr Al Nahayan, Chairman, Duboats. "The winning of the overall honours, as well as the first place, for the President's Trophy in the Dubai-Muscat passage Sailing Regatta, has further leveraged our position as a company driven by a passion to excel in our chosen sport. The time is now right to unfold our expansion plans for the Gulf region." "Our expansion plans are aimed at the dual objectives of bringing the best international sailing boats to the region and to raise the profile of marine sports among the Gulf sailing community," added Sheikh Khaled. "The sailors from the region have garnered long years of experience and the in-depth knowledge required to excel at sea. With abundant talent, good sailing arenas and high quality marine crafts available locally, it is the right time for the region to host international competitions."

Duboats was established to cater to the increasing demands of Middle East's fast growing leisure boating market and made its debut at the Dubai Boat Show 2003. The first office was set up in Dubai . Another Duboats office opened its doors recently in Qatar . The company has plans to open offices in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia , in the next ix months. Duboats also plans to be more active in the yacht charter market.

Duboats has a portfolio of sailing crafts from Ferretti, Pershing, Lagoon and Beneteau. After the launch of six new models from the Beneteau range in Dubai , in January 2004, the company has recently added the Bertram fishing boat range to its collection. It has plans to launch another high-quality craft from Ferretti in the near future. The yacht that won the Dubai-Muscat Passage Sailing Regatta, Duboats Racing, is a First 36.7 model from Beneteau. Skippered by H.E. Sheikh Khaled, on his first major ocean race, the craft showcased the capabilities of the Duboats portfolio of crafts in an international sporting event. At the Dubai Boat Show 2004, Duboats showcased the Pershing 50 and Pershing 76, the Ferretti 590 and Ferretti 620, Lagoon Power Cat 43 from Lagoon, Power Antares 9.80 and Antares 13.80, as well as 2 Sailing yachts, the First 27.7 and First 36.7, from Beneteau.

 

Some of the oldest high schools in the UK to seek student recruitment from the Middle East at the Gulf Education and Training Exhibition 2004

 

March 25, 2004

Some of the oldest high schools in the UK will seek student recruitment from the Middle East at the 16th Gulf Education and Training Exhibition (GETX) to be held from April 20 to 23, 2004 at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre. Leading the list will be the more than 500 year old Loughborough Grammar School for boys and Sidcot School , a co-educational school established in North Somerset in 1699. "The quality of education offered at school level is crucial to shaping the future destinies of students. To ensure success in the competitive professional world, as well as on the personal, social and civic fronts, education must go beyond academic examination success," said Anselm

Godinho, Managing Director, International Conferences and Exhibitions (IC&E), Organizers of GETX. "Keeping in mind the large expatriate population in the UAE, which seeks global educational opportunities for its children, the participation at GETX of high schools from the UK will open up a host of new choices for parents and students. At the same time, by providing a single platform for both high school and higher education, GETX will aid students and parents to plan a complete, clear and goal-oriented education graph." Loughborough Grammar School , (which completed 500 years in 1995), admits boys between the age groups of 12 to 18. Loughborough's public examination results at 16+ and 18+ compare favourably with the best in the GCSE exams worldwide. After GCSE, students entering Sixth Form have a wide choice of subjects, and decisions regarding subject selection are reached after consultation between the student, parents and staff. The School has a near 100% success rate at 'A' Level, a percentage reflected in the number of entrants to Universities, including a significant number each year to Oxford and Cambridge .

Sidcot has been a pioneer in co-education and in the pastoral care of its community since the foundation of the school in 1699. With a strong post-GCSE sixth form section, the school admits students from age 9 onwards. Students are required to sit for an entrance test, and international students Requiring English language support are aided at the Sidcot academic English School. Essentially what makes Sidcot different from other schools is the emphasis placed upon the quality of relationships throughout the school. Every individual - from the youngest pupil to the oldest member of staff - should treat others, and be treated by them, with dignity and respect.

Another exhibitor, the Loretto School from Edinburgh , is Scotland 's oldest boarding school. Founded in 1827, the school's ethos is based on a strong conviction that the well-rounded development of the individual in mind, body and spirit is an essential part of education. The School also focuses on inculcating in its students the value of "a community living according to the dictates of reason", which is crucial to developing true global citizens and providing them with the tools for success in increasingly competitive global workplaces. In the Sixth Form, advice on the choice of subjects is based on strength of interest in the subject, GCSE results and possible subject requirements for University degree courses and careers. Pupils in the Fifth Form complete a careers interest Preview Questionnaire. This is designed to allow due consideration and time to be given to thoughts about possible Career and A Level subject choices. The Park School was formed in 1851 and is located within an attractive parkland setting in Somerset , UK . Offering co-educational boarding facilities, the school provides for students up to age 19 years. Entry can be at any age and academic scholarships are awarded by examination at age 8+, 11+ and 13+ & Sixth Form annual scholarships for art, drama and music are also available. This is the first time that the school will be seeking students from the Middle East to join its vibrant community.

For parents preferring exclusive education in a girls' only school, GETX will welcome the Marymount International School . Established in 1955, this is an independent college-preparatory boarding and day school for girls in Grades 6 to 12 . The school is accredited by the European Council of International Schools , the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the Independent Schools Council and is a member of the Girls' Schools Association. It is authorised to participate in the International Baccalaureate Diploma and Middle Years programme. The Grades 6-10 programme supplements the curriculum by linking the various subject areas through a network of "Areas of Interaction" such as Approaches to Learning (study skills), Social Service, The

Environment, Health and Social Education, and Creativity/Technology. The International Baccalaureate Diploma programme is offered in Grades 11 and 12. Marymount is also an official test centre for the ACT (American College Testing Program) and for College Board examinations (SAT I\II). Another important all-girls school to welcome students from the Middle East will be the Westonbirt School . Founded in 1928, the school is situated in quiet country surroundings. Girls usually join the school at ages 11, 13 or 16 years - but the school accepts applications from all ages for 11-18 year olds with the ultimate aim of preparing for university entry. Each girl's education is carefully planned to give her a broad education and to keep her options open until wise choices may be made for A Levels and beyond. Pupils also have plenty of opportunities for extra-curricular activities within their house, within their year group, and across the school. Westonbirt is one of only eight schools in the UK to offer the prestigious cookery course aimed at receiving the Leith 's Basic Certificate of Food.