VIP delegates to the World Government Summit (WGS), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, will travel in a fleet of 80 premium luxury Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles provided by Al Tayer Motors - the official Land Rover importer-dealer in the United Arab Emirates. The UAE dealership is the exclusive automotive partner of the event, for the fifth consecutive year.

WGS 2018, to be held from February 11 – 13, is a global platform dedicated to shaping the future of government worldwide. Each year, the Summit sets the agenda for the next generation of governments with a focus on how they can harness innovation and technology to solve universal challenges facing humanity. The Summit offers an opportunity for governments and organizations to highlight cutting-edge innovations, the latest trends in best practice, and groundbreaking smart solutions that provoke discussion and inspire creativity.

“WGS is a key global initiative by the UAE and is attended by world leaders in government and the private sector. Making a worldwide impact, the event brings together some of the leading international minds to discuss topics that have a bearing on the future of governments, and the ways and means of engaging citizens. As one of the UAE’s leading automotive dealerships, which represents some iconic and futuristic global automotive brands, we are proud to be associated with WGS, which is a remarkable example of public and private sector partnership,” said Dr. Tariq Humaid Al Tayer, Director, Al Tayer Motors.

Key themes of sixth annual summit include Artificial Intelligence, The Future of Governance, Mars & Space Exploration, The Future of Finance, Climate Change & Habitation, Innovation in Education, Happiness & Well Being, Innovation in Healthcare, Youth, and Disruptive Solutions

Commenting on the partnership, Bruce Robertson, Managing Director for Jaguar Land Rover MENA, said: “We at Jaguar Land Rover put great trust in all our authorised retailers as they play a crucial role in the success of our business. Al Tayer Motors continues to excel as our strategic partner in the UAE, and being the exclusive automotive partner of the World Government Summit for the fifth year in a row is testament to their efforts and dominance of the market. It’s fitting that delegates at one of the biggest governmental events in the world should also travel in world-class vehicles”.

This year the summit is expected to attract over 4000 participants, including VIPs, leaders from the government sector and international experts. More than 190 senior speakers are expected to  participate in the main interactive sessions bringing together many business leaders, decision makers, ministers, chief executives, thought leaders, government officials, and experts who will be presenting their opinions and thoughts about future governments as well as themes most relevant to people’s happiness and wellbeing.

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About Al Tayer Motors

Al Tayer Motors was established in 1982 and represents major European and American automobile manufacturers Land Rover, Jaguar, Ferrari, Maserati, Ford, Lincoln and Ford Trucks across the UAE.

With a growing network of sales, service and parts centres across Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah, the dedicated team of more than 4,000 professionals is committed to taking customer satisfaction to higher levels.

In Abu Dhabi, Land Rover, Jaguar, Ferrari, Maserati, Ford, Lincoln and Ford Trucks are represented by Al Tayer Motors through Premier Motors. 

About Jaguar Land Rover MENA:

Jaguar Land Rover is the UK’s largest automotive manufacturer, built around two iconic British car brands: Land Rover, the world’s leading manufacturer of premium all-wheel- drive vehicles; and Jaguar, one of the world’s premier luxury sports saloon and sports car marques.

We employ almost 42,000 people globally and support around 240,000 more through our dealerships, suppliers and local businesses. Manufacturing is centered in the UK, with additional plants in China, Brazil, Austria and Slovakia.

At Jaguar Land Rover we are driven by a desire to deliver class-leading vehicles, which will provide experiences our customers will love, for life.  Our products are in demand around the globe. In 2017, Jaguar Land Rover sold 621,109 vehicles in 136 countries, with more than 80 per cent of our vehicles produced in the UK being sold abroad.

Our innovation is continuous: we will spend more than £4 billion in the coming year on new product creation and capital expenditure.

From 2020 all new Jaguar Land Rover vehicles will be electrified, giving our customers even more choice. We will introduce a portfolio of electrified products across our model range, embracing fully electric, plug-in hybrid and mild hybrid vehicles as well as continuing to offer ultra-clean petrol and diesel engines.

Based in Dubai, Jaguar Land Rover MENA is responsible for the provision of region-wide support to 20 markets and their respective retailers in the Middle East and North Africa region

Engineering Vehicle Testing Centre operates in Dubai, with a  dedicated Jaguar Land Rover Training Academy that is the first of its kind in the region

A dedicated Jaguar Land Rover parts distribution centre is open in Jebel Ali Free Zone to service the entire region

Currently employs circa 84 employees, supporting 39 dealerships across 20 markets

Forecasted to grow to 58 dealerships across 20 markets by 20/21, with strategic actions planned to further strengthen the regional dealer network

For more information please visit: jaguar-me.com  landrover-me.com or log onto newsroom.jaguarlandrover.com

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