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Gulf Today
10 hours ago
- Business
- Gulf Today
Firm wins award, glorify Dubai's position in industry
Dubai's global leadership in the exhibitions and events sector, as highly appreciated with its strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and innovation-driven approach, combined with supportive regulations and exceptional capability in hosting world-class events, make it a top global destination for business and knowledge exchange. This was stated by Ziad Ghaloul, Founder and CEO of Buildup, after receiving the award for 'Best Stand Design & Build' for its Tawazun Council project at IDEX 2025. He affirmed that such events reflect Dubai and the UAE's commitment to excellence and continuous progress. He was addressing to media at the award ceremony held to celebrate top planners, designers, brand experience, and audiovisual technology experts in the field of events and exhibitions industry. The award ceremony included cultural celebrations, concerts, festivals, trade shows, sports events, conferences, and other specialised formats, held Madinat Jumeirah Hotel in Dubai was follow up of 16th Middle East Event Show. The 2-day show was organised by Informa Middle East at Dubai World Trade Center. Ziad Ghaloul added that, 'This recognition reflects Buildup's deep commitment to advancing the events and exhibitions industry in the region and our ongoing pursuit of world-class experiences. What makes this award even more special is that it marks our third consecutive win in three years, a testament to consistent excellence and, at the same time, a reflection of the growing trust and strong partnership we are proud to share with Tawazun Council, which has played a significant role in this continued journey of success.' Ghaloul further said that this year marked a turning point for the company, with a significant transformation in the scale and impact of its projects. Buildup delivered standout experiences in Japan, China, Indonesia, and Germany, alongside high-profile projects in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, underscoring the company's growing global footprint and a clear shift toward large-scale, interactive, and festival-style events. These experiences span diverse fields including sports, music, and culture, showcasing Buildup's ability to deliver rich, varied, and standout experiences. He also highlighted the expansion of Buildup's strategic partnerships with both public and private sector entities, which has reinforced the company's involvement in high-impact projects on local and international levels. He added that 'Every win we celebrate is the result of our creative team's passion and professionalism, transforming every idea into an unforgettable experience. This award belongs to every member of the Buildup team who contributed to this achievement, and it motivates us to keep innovating and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the events industry.' The event brought together more than 50 specialised companies and over 5,000 professionals from the fields of event planning and design, brand experience, and audiovisual technology, all under one roof to explore the future of live and immersive experiences.
New York Times
05-05-2025
- Politics
- New York Times
Guantánamo Migrant Operation Has Held Fewer Than 500 Detainees, and None in Tents
The Trump administration had erected dozens of tents to house migrants at the base, but it began removing many of them in early April. June 22, 2023 Migrant Operations Center Feb. 4, 2025 Buildup of tent infrastructure April 1 154 migrant housing tents 105 military support tents April 20 Tents removed Remaining tents Source: Satellite images from Planet Labs By Bora Erden American military forces have taken down some of the tents they hurriedly set up on an empty corner of the U.S. naval station at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, three months after President Trump ordered preparations to house up to 30,000 migrants at the migrants were ever held in the tents, and no migrant surge has ever occurred. On Monday, the operation was housing just 32 migrants, in buildings that were established years ago. A total of 497 migrants have been held there for just days or weeks, as Immigration and Customs Enforcement uses the base as a way station to hold small numbers of detainees designated for deportation. Instead, the Homeland Security and Defense Departments have reached an agreement to house dozens, not thousands, of ICE detainees at the base on any given day. Full costs of the operation have not been disclosed. The military says it can pivot and expand migrant operations at Guantánamo, depending on need. But the decision to dismantle at least some of the tents demonstrates that the Defense and Homeland Security Departments do not currently plan to house tens of thousands of migrants on the base, as the president envisioned. The tents and cots that served as a backdrop of the high-profile Feb. 7 visit by Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, have been inventoried and stashed for future possible use, according to a Defense Department official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because the president's migrant mission is considered politically sensitive. Over the weekend, the task force in charge of migrant detention at Guantánamo Bay was holding 32 migrants awaiting deportation and had about 725 staff members, mostly uniformed Army and Marine forces, with 100 employed by ICE as security officers or contractors. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Gulf Today
24-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Rashid Center goes 'Hand in Hand' with firm
Rashid Center for People of Determination has signed a cooperation agreement with Buildup, a leading exhibition and events' solution company, to organise a series of events as part of the 'Year of Community' under the theme 'Hand in Hand'. The joint agreement is step aligns with the vision of the UAE's wise leadership, specifically with the declaration by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to consolidate the values of solidarity and community cohesion. After the signing of the agreement, Ziad Ghaloul, CEO of Buildup, toured various facilities and interacted with the students of determination along with Maryam Othman, CEO of Rashid Center. Ghaloul said, "The signing of the agreement comes within the framework of Buildup's commitment to its social responsibilities and to reinforce the values of giving and humanitarian work established by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God rest his soul in peace. These values continue to represent a well-established approach in the UAE, embodying its position as a global home for goodness and tolerance.' He further said, 'The agreement aims to support and empower people of determination through a range of unique initiatives, including financial and logistical support for educational activities, as well as integrating students' work into real-life projects implemented by the company. This will contribute to developing their skills and enhancing their integration into society. The agreement also includes organising joint volunteer activities to promote a culture of volunteering." He appreciated the centre's services towards the students, he said, 'Our collaboration with the Rashid Center, which has been making tremendous efforts since its inception to empower this important segment of society, stems from our belief in the need to play an active role in the Year of Community 2025. This initiative reflects our commitment to strengthening community ties in inclusive environments where the spirit of initiative and responsibility thrives. 'We are committed to empowering people of determination and providing the necessary support to showcase their creative abilities. Dubai has become a global model for supporting and empowering people of determination, and we at Buildup continue this approach, believing that humanitarian work is not just an initiative, but an integral part of our culture,' he added. Maryam Othman, CEO of the Rashid Center, expressed her gratitude for the partnership, stressing that it represents an important step toward providing quality educational and community experiences for the centre's students, contributing to enhancing their capabilities and opening new horizons for their creativity and active participation in society. She added, 'This agreement is a vivid embodiment of the UAE's vision to empower all segments of society, especially people of determination, contributing to building a more inclusive and cohesive society and consolidating the UAE's position as a global capital of humanity and giving.'
