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Dubai, UAE: Al-Futtaim’s Trading Enterprises Honda, are delighted to announce their involvement and sponsorship of the 2021 Dubai Motorcycle Film Festival (DMFF)– a first of its kind event in the UAE. The inaugural festival will be held at Warehouse Four in Al Quoz from 2nd to 4th September 2021, in celebration of the unique culture and camaraderie of the motorcycling community in the UAE and around the world.
Trading Enterprises Honda aims to leverage the festival to engage with like-minded motorbike enthusiasts, clubs and communities in the UAE, whilst showcasing the diverse range of Honda Motorcycles, from the iconic Goldwing to the Dakar winning CRF 450. As a Title Sponsor of the event, Trading Enterprise Honda will also be hosting post-film Q&As, audience awards, as well as other activities, in line with local safety guidelines, across Dubai in the runup to the festival.
Rhett Maxwell, General Manager of Honda UAE at Al-Futtaim’s Trading Enterprises, said, “The motorcycle culture is a mainstream society sub-culture that extends beyond merely a mode of transportation. Powering the first-ever Dubai Motorcycle Film Festival gives us the opportunity to engage and celebrate the motorcycle community in the UAE that has grown tremendously over recent years, and of which Honda has always been at the forefront. Motorcycling the world over is all about community spirit and what better way to capture that than through film. Just like the uniqueness of the Honda motorcycle range, with every taste catered for, the festival will also bring a range of motorcycle themed films to every audience.”
A significant number of films ranging from bike builds, to short character driven films to full length documentaries, have been curated specially for the festival, including ‘Fast Eddie’ – a film that profiles the enthusiasm of 94-year World War II veteran Eddie Fisher who still rides every day; ‘Rebel Riders’ that features Vespa fanatics in Indonesia; and ‘Blenio, Utah’ that focuses on the land speed record attempt of a young man from Switzerland. The festival will also host motorcycle themed films produced by members from the biking and filmmaking community, for a chance to participate and win in one of the six available award categories.
As part of its support to DMFF, Trading Enterprises Honda will present awards to participating films in the following categories: Best Dubai Film, Best Overall Film, Best Documentary, Best Short Film (under 15 mins), Best Short Film (over 15 mins) and Viewers’ Choice Award. All the awards will be chosen by DMFF Judging Panel which is made up of local and international motorcycle, media, and film industry professionals. The Viewers’ Choice Award will be based on audience votes.
Ian Carless, Festival Director, DMFF and Partner at Warehouse Four: “We are so excited to launch the UAE’s first ever Dubai Motorcycle Film Festival and get the chance to recognise the amazing culture that powers the UAE biking community. The idea of the festival won’t have been brought to life without the support of likeminded people who share with us the same true passion to motorcycling, and we are proud to collaborate with Trading Enterprises Honda on this festival. The past few years have seen the popularity of motorcycling skyrocket, resulting in a huge variety of motorcycle inspired video content created. We’re delighted to be able to showcase some of the best content from around the world at DMFF.”
Al-Futtaim’s Trading Enterprise Honda is as passionate about motorcycles as the riders it supports across the UAE. Following its philosophy of uncompromising customer service through all that it does, Trading Enterprises Honda will leverage the DMFF to engage with UAE community of motorbike riders and showcase a diverse range of Honda motorcycles. From the powerful and athletic super sports bike range, the Fireblade and CBR600RR will be present at the festival, alongside Goldwing, Shadow, and Fury from the touring and cruiser bikes, and the Africa Twin that is designed for thrilling adventures.
For more information about the Dubai Motorcycle Film Festival, please visit the festival’s website www.dubaimotorcyclefilmfestival.com or social channels on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dmff2021 and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dmff2021
A subsidiary of the Al-Futtaim Automotive Group, Trading Enterprises was established in 1970s in Dubai and is the sole authorised retailer for Honda, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM and Volvo and is staffed with a highly skilled and trained professional team to provide a comprehensive and cohesive experience, across cars and motorcycles. Al-Futtaim Automotive is one of five divisions within the Al-Futtaim Group which provides quality products and services that enrich people’s lives and aspirations each and every day.
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About Trading Enterprises Honda
Trading Enterprises Honda, part of Al-Futtaim Automotive, is the sole UAE distributor for Honda vehicles, motorcycles, marine engines, power products and parts. Recognised as one of the largest independent Honda distribution companies in the world, Trading Enterprises Honda is supported by an expansive network of modern showrooms, after sales facilities, and retail Parts counters located across the UAE.
About Al-Futtaim Automotive
Al-Futtaim Automotive, one of the main five operating divisions within the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, is a conglomerate of motoring-related businesses, franchising some of the world’s most-recognised automotive brands and services.
Operating in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa and empowered by around 9,000 associates, the UAE-headquartered Group’s services span across distribution of new and used vehicles, manufacturing, leasing, and aftersales.
Ranging from passenger cars to SUVs, commercial vehicles, industrial and construction equipment as well as motorbikes and quads, Al-Futtaim Automotive Group offers an integrative customer-centric experience for motorists, fleet operators and contractors alike, and strives to become the leader in tailor-made mobility solutions
About Al-Futtaim
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and health; employing more than 42,000 employees in more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, we partner with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands.
Al-Futtaim’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration, integrity; Al-Futtaim continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day. For more information visit: www.alfuttaim.com
About Warehouse Four
Warehouse Four is a stylish 4,000sq ft event venue and studio located in the heart of Dubai.
It’s available for Functions | Events | Meetings | Off-Sites | Lectures | Training Sessions | Press Conferences | Product Launches | Team Building | Presentations | Exhibitions | Pop-Up Stores | Fashion Shows | Award Ceremonies | Photography | Film & Video
For more information, please contact:
Shady Fekry
Media and Influencer Relations Manager | Impact Porter Novelli
Tel: +971 4 330 4030 Ext: 423 | Mobile: +971 50 595 3102 | Email: s.fekry@ipn.ae
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