Mohamed Kanoo meets President of Argentina

Mohamed Abdul Latif Kanoo, area executive of The Kanoo Group (1st left) poses with other delegates during the UAE visit of  Argentina President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner

Abu Dhabi, UAE: Mohamed Abdul Latif Kanoo, Area Executive of The Kanoo Group, along with representatives of prominent UAE business groups met with the President of Argentina, Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner on 15th January 2013 at Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi, as part of the President's state visit focused on strengthening political and economic relations.

The meeting discussed opportunities on investment and trade offered by Argentina, highlighting the synergies and economic complementarities, especially in the areas of industry, future energy, minerals and agricultural sector.

Speaking to a number of businesspersons and economists, including Mohamed Abdul Latif Kanoo on behalf of The Kanoo Group, the President of Argentina said that the agreements signed between the UAE and Argentina will help attract investments to both countries in the fields of renewable energy, tourism and others.

The Argentine President expressed her pleasure at visiting the UAE and at meeting the President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. One of her agendas also included sessions in the first edition of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week hosted by Masdar from Jan. 13-17 as a keynote speaker.

President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner was listed as one of the World's Most Powerful Women by Forbes; ranked #16 Power Women: August 2012. Under her administration, the economy sharply grew--the GDP is up 37% since 2007 at $725--pension and child welfare benefits increased and the poverty rate has fallen steadily.

About The Kanoo Group

‘The Kanoo Group’ is one of the largest, independent, family-owned groups of companies in the Gulf region established in 1890. It has diversified business industries in shipping, travel, machinery, engineering, logistics, property, oil & gas, power, industrial chemicals, training, joint ventures, retail and commercial activities, among others, and operates extensively throughout Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen and Qatar.

Our Vision
The Leading Family Business in the Region and Beyond

Our Mission 
Delivering Sustainable Excellence

Our Values 
Customer Focused, Ethical, Innovative, Agile, Competent & Intelligent, Collaborative, Accountable 

P.O. Box 290, Dubai, UAE. Toll Free: 800 KANOO, Fax: 04-3933636, Websites: www.kanoo.com /www.kanoogroup.com 

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Michelle Laylo Verzola
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The Kanoo Group

Kanoo Machinery Staff wins Plaque of Appreciation from Saint-Gobain Abrasives

Dubai, UAE - January 23, 2013: Mr. Amit Mohammed Iqlas, Senior Sales Engineer of Kanoo Machinery Sharjah Branch was awarded with plaque of appreciation for his exceptional dedication and hard work in achieving exceptional sales of high-end Norton cutting and grinding products in Northern Emirates for 2012. The award was given on 23rd January 2013 at The Kanoo Group Karama office.

Amit Mohammed Iqlas (3rd left) receives the plaque of appreciation from Mr. Raju Tanna, along with The Kanoo Group officials at The Kanoo Group office in Karama

Mr. Raju Tanna, Area Sales Manager of Saint-Gobain Abrasives presented the award for this exceptional recognition.

Kanoo Machinery Management spearheaded by Mr. Bob Jennings (General Manager), together with Mr. Shakil Merchant (Divisional Sales & Marketing Manager), Mr. Abdul Tausif Butt (Regional Manager-NE) and staff were present during the short ceremony.

About Kanoo Machinery

Kanoo Machinery is a member of The Kanoo Group, one of the largest family-owned conglomerates in the Middle East established in 1890. Since mid-1960s, Kanoo Machinery represents a wide range of leading international equipment brands/manufacturers within such areas as maintenance and construction, earth-moving machinery, cranes and material handling, power generation, marine power, airport equipment, welding supplies, safety and testing services, specialised equipment and services, agricultural equipment, industrial and automotive diesel engines and parts and workshop support services.

Kanoo Machinery has gained a considerable reputation as an expert solutions provider through its personalised service and dependability in delivering first-class machinery and equipment along with its associated support services to both Government and Private sector customers. The world-class products offered by Kanoo Machinery are backed by a strong and efficient after sales network of workshops, replacement parts and mobile service facilities throughout the Gulf and the Arabian Peninsula. Part of Kanoo Machinery, KANRENT has also been providing different equipment for short and long-term hire including lease.

About The Kanoo Group

‘The Kanoo Group’ is one of the largest, independent, family-owned groups of companies in the Gulf region established in 1890. It has diversified business industries in shipping, travel, machinery, engineering, logistics, property, oil & gas, power, industrial chemicals, training, joint ventures, retail and commercial activities, among others, and operates extensively throughout Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen and Qatar.

Our Vision
The Leading Family Business in the Region and Beyond

Our Mission 
Delivering Sustainable Excellence

Our Values 
Customer Focused, Ethical, Innovative, Agile, Competent & Intelligent, Collaborative, Accountable 

P.O. Box 290, Dubai, UAE. Toll Free: 800 KANOO, Fax: 04-3933636, Websites: www.kanoo.com /www.kanoogroup.com 

To comment on the article, send an email to: 
Michelle Laylo Verzola
PR Executive
The Kanoo Group