Day-long events mark DP World, UAE Region’s National Day celebration


Wednesday, December 2, 2009

DP World senior officials during the National Day Celebrations
DP World senior officials during the National Day Celebrations

In a fitting tribute to the extraordinary achievements of a young nation, DP World, UAE Region marked the 38th UAE National Day through a series of exciting and colourful activities on Tuesday, December 1.

Members of the DP World family, including the port operator’s top management, senior officials, employees and their families, took part in the day-long events held at the premises of the flagship Jebel Ali Port.

Activities included traditional and cultural programmes such as a falcon show, henna, sand drawing and a talent show among a host of other events. A photo exhibition on the UAE provided an added spirit of nationalism to the celebrations. A traditional music band cheered up the proceedings. There was a traditional clothes corner and a specially created Souq bringing in an old world ambience.

Mohammed Al Muallem Senior Vice President and Managing Director DP World, UAE Region, said:
“Our celebration was the expression of DP World’s pride in the great achievements the UAE has made over the past 38 years. It is an honour that we also have been part of this historic march. It was also an occasion for all employees and their families to get together and share the close camaraderie that drives the company’s progress.”

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