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Kuwait Energy and Infrastructure Projects 2011 to showcase latest developments and project opportunities

About $13.4bn is the value of projects currently being tendered in Kuwait

Over 300 participants and 40 expert speakers will come together to share best strategies and lay the ground for upcoming opportunities

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation CEO to update delegates on group's achievements, current projects and future plans

Kuwait: 31 October, 2011 - Opportunities in Kuwait's $13.4 billion projects market will be in the spotlight at a four-day conference being hosted by MEED, the primary source of business intelligence for the Middle East.

Kuwait Energy and Infrastructure Projects 2011, to be held from Monday 31 October to Thursday 3 November 2011 at The Kuwait Marriott Courtyard, Kuwait City, will update delegates on major developments in Kuwait's project market and address the key issues in delivering the successful implementation of the National Plan.

The opening day and second day will focus on the Energy sector which includes determining Kuwait's long-term energy vision, procurement and development strategies, and perspectives on Kuwait's energy sector. Day three will be dedicated to the infrastructure and construction sector, with first hand information on mega projects. The last day has been set aside for a Masterclass on understanding and dealing with the Kuwaiti procurement process and requirements in line with recent changes in legislation.

Keynote speakers addressing the conference include Farouk Al Zanki, Chief Executive Officer, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation and Shaikha Al Bahar, Chief Executive Officer, National Bank of Kuwait ( NBK )

Edmund O'Sullivan, Chairman, MEED Events, said: "This is the seventh year in a row that we are hosting this conference, and every year proves to be an invaluable opportunity for those at the cutting edge of Kuwait's future to discuss its development.

"It is the essential platform for all organizations, local, regional or multinational, looking to enter or grow their business footprint in Kuwait's booming economy."

National Bank of Kuwait , the leading banking institution in Kuwait, is a strategic partner of the event. Kuwait Petroleum Company and Agility are the supporting partner and silver sponsor respectively. Gulf Bank, ABB and Al Tamimi & Co. are the bronze sponsors. The event's primary focus will be on the sectors identified as presenting the best commercial opportunities.

Other confirmed speakers addressing vital sector issues include:

• Eng. Suhaila Marafi, Director-Department of Studies and Research, Ministrt of Electricity and Water
• Abdulnaser Al-Fulaj, Deputy Managing Director, Kuwait Foreign Petroleum Exploration Company (KUFPEC)
• Eng. Mahdy Al Dhakheel, Director of Projects Department - Kuwait International Airport, Directorate General for Civil Aviation (DGCA)
• Dr. Salah Al-Mudh'hi, Director General, Kuwait Environment Public Authority
• Eng. Saad Soud Al Muhibly, Director of Master Plan Department, Kuwait Muncipality
• Sami Al-Rushaid, Chairman & Managing Director, Kuwait Oil Company
• Khaled Mubarak Al-Mushileh, Manager-Corporate Planning, Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC)

With an array of industry leaders and government officials already confirmed to attend, the event promises unrivalled opportunities for developing new business partnerships and new investments.

Kuwait Energy and Infrastructure Projects Conference 2011 is part of MEED's comprehensive portfolio of large-scale summits and conferences that offer businesses unique one-to-one networking opportunities and facilitate the showcasing of solutions to key target groups and niche professionals.

To book online and register, please visit www.meed.com/events/kuwait

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About MEED
MEED is the acknowledged market-leader in key regional industry-focused events and conferences; delivering expert, up-to-date business intelligence, industry data and research findings.

About ASDA'A Burson-Marsteller
Established in 2000, ASDA'A Burson-Marsteller is the region's leading public relations consultancy, with 11 fully-owned offices and eight affiliates across the Middle East and North Africa. A WPP Company within the international network of Burson-Marsteller, ASDA'A Burson-Marsteller is part of the MENACOM Group. The agency provides services to governments, multinational businesses and regional corporate clients through its six practices in the sectors of Technology, Corporate, Finance, Healthcare, Consumer Marketing and Public Affairs. Its services include reputation management, crisis & issues management, digital communications, media relations, media monitoring & analysis, and event management. For more information, visit www.asdaa.com.

For further information, please contact:
Janice Menezes
MEED
Tel: +971 (0)4 4331425
Email: janice.menezes@emap.com

Nadin Alami / Stacy Lobo
ASDA'A Burson-Marsteller
Tel: 22901575
Email: n.alami@asdaa.com;
s.lobo@asdaa.com

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