Intelligent CIO Middle East Issue 50 | Page 29

PROJECT UPDATE UAE Dubai FDI, the investment development agency of Dubai Economy, has announced the signing of a MoU with Standard Chartered Bank, to facilitate consultation, co-operation and exchange of information in areas of mutual interest. The agreement was signed between Fahad Al Gergawi, CEO of Dubai FDI, and Rola Abu Manneh, CEO of Standard Chartered UAE branch. In line with Dubai FDI’s efforts to consolidate the emirate’s position as a preferred global FDI destination, this MoU with the bank will enable support and collaboration across global initiatives related to attracting knowledge and technology transfer, as well as investments into Dubai. OMAN FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp and the world’s largest express transportation company, has announced its expansion in the Gulf Co-operation Council countries, transitioning to a direct presence in Oman. FedEx Express has been facilitating trade in Oman since 1993 by offering its services through a local service provider. This strategic expansion provides customers with access to an extensive international coverage to and from more than 220 countries and territories, a stronger customer care support system and a wider service portfolio, connecting businesses to new markets and customers across the globe. www.intelligentcio.com INTELLIGENTCIO 29