Muscat - The Association for the Welfare of Handicapped Children has received the Philip Morris award for charitable organizations for 2003, in recognition of its efforts towards disabled children. Albert Bamboukian, Director Corporate Affairs (Middle East), based at Philip Morris Services SA, presented the award to Dr Mohammed Ridha Hassan Suleiman, Chairman of the Association at a ceremony recently.

The organization is the fourth recipient of the award in Oman. Launched in 1999, 'The Philip Morris Award for Charitable Organizations' rewards organizations that provide for the special needs of the handicapped and the elderly in each of the six-member states of the AGCC.

The Association for the Welfare of Handicapped Children is the 16th recipient of the award in the Gulf states after the Bahrain Mobility International, the Hope Institute for Handicapped, the Bahrain Association for Mental Retardation and the Bahrain Down Syndrome Society in Bahrain, the Qatar Learning Centre for Handicapped, the Kuwait Club for Deaf, the Elderly Mobile Home Care Centre and Kuwait Autism Centre in Kuwait, the Handicapped Guardians Association and Dubai Charity Association, Bait AI Khair Society in the UAE, the Association for the Welfare of Handicapped Children, the Oman Association for the Disabled and Al Noor Association for the Blind in Oman.

Albert Bamboukian, Director Corporate Affairs (Middle East) at the representative office of Philip Morris Services S.A. in Dubai ('PMS'), said that the Philip Morris Award for Charitable Organizations was launched in 1999 to reward organizations that provide for the special needs of the handicapped and the elderly in each of the six-member states of the AGCC.

Philip Morris has worked in coordination with the leading charity groups in Oman to ensure full participation by concerned parties in the award process. A judging panel has been formed to evaluate the organizations that provide to the special needs of the handicapped.

The panel studied all applications and evaluated the work of each charity based on a set of criteria established by the judging panel. The Association for the Welfare of Handicapped Children has been unanimously selected. The Association for the Welfare of Handicapped Children is a non-profitable institution that provides to the special needs of 200 children with physical and/or mental disabilities. It offers various types of services including educational, social and rehabilitation programmes. In addition the organization seeks to assist the handicapped guardians by providing them with professional support through regular home visits to train them how to take care of their handicapped children.

In addition to the $20,000 cash donation, PMS will run advertisements in various publications in Oman that aim at highlighting the recipient's work and at the same time raise public awareness of the important role of charities in the society.

Supporting local communities, wherever Philip Morris International does business, has been part of the company's culture for nearly 0 years. "PMS believes that as a company, we are in effect 'citizens' of the communities in which we operate. This concept of 'corporate citizenship' entails both benefits and responsibilities. Part of those responsibilities involves giving something back to society. We do so through our societal contributions, notably focusing on areas of hunger and nutrition, disaster relief, adult education and the environment. The "Philip Morris Award for Charitable Organizations", an initiative by PMS, is consistent with PMl's efforts to support programmes that tangibly benefit the societies in which we operate. With this award, we want to help existing organizations that provide for those in societies with special needs and encourage others to support the work of these charitable organization," added Bamboukian.

Over the years Pizza Hut has delighted customers with wide variety of innovative pizzas. True to its tradition, Pizza Hut is once again all set to launch its new Cream Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza.

Indulge your taste buds with Pizza Hut’s unique creation in the stuffed crust signature series of pizzas. Pizza Hut has created a unique taste sensation by filling its world famous Stuffed Crust Pizza with a silky smooth, premium cream cheese for a lighter more sophisticated and exciting bite.

Commenting on the product research test results in the Middle East Region, Vivek Pande – GM, Lifestyle Group, Khimji Ramdas said, “At the product test stage, there was an overwhelming response. The consumer not only loved the concept of cream cheese inside the pizza but had a lot of fun relishing the cream cheese stuffed in their favourite pizzas giving us the confidence to launch it in the market.”

Cream Cheese is an unaged fresh cheese with a mild flavour and a pleasant slight tang making the pizza creamier, cheesier, tastier and full of flavour. Cream Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza from Pizza Hut will therefore pamper the entire family from the first bite to the last.

Pizza Hut offers this Cream Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza at a price which is value for money. You can enjoy this unique taste in the restaurant for dine-in or take-away or can order a home delivery. Pizza Hut aims at making it the most loved pizza of Oman.

“True to our policy, we ensure that we meet all the stringent standards that Pizza Hut is known for worldwide. Both children and adults would love the taste of this innovation, and coupled with the ambience and total dining experience, it hold promise of an excellent treat for entire family” adds Yogesh Shah, Sr. Divisional Manager, Pizza Hut Oman.

This new pizza is being launched simultaneously across entire GCC. The launch will be fully supported by a multi-media campaign that includes television commercials in satellite channels coupled with outdoor advertising.

The introduction of Cream Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza is yet another milestone that reaffirms Pizza Hut’s constant endeavour to refine, innovate and introduce new products to suit the tastes of its customers.

Khimji Ramdas’ Pharmacy division, franchisee of E.T.Browne Drug Company, owners of the popular Palmer’s brand of skin care products, has recently introduced Palmer's Anti Dandruff Formula, in Oman. The Anti Dandruff formula is a line extension of the Palmer's Hair Food Formula, which has found amazing acceptance with both members of the sex worldwide.

E.T.Browne Drug Company, founded over 160 years ago, is America's first skin care company and is a leader in hair care too. Their products are marketed under the brand name PALMER’S. Palmer’s Cocoa Butter, a skin care product from the same company, is a widely recognized brand leader in its category and is a household name.

Palmer's Anti Dandruff Formula combines the power of Tea tree oil and Triclosan, that fights the troublesome and persisting dandruff while Vitamins A, D, E and coconut oil proteins condition and nourish the scalp.

Palmer's Anti Dandruff Formula is applied directly on the scalp after washing hair with a shampoo either in the Morning or Evening.

Palmer's Anti Dandruff Formula is available in 10 gm jars in all leading Supermarkets and Pharmacies and is marketed in the Sultanate by Khimji Pharmacy

Swiss International Air Lines and Fromagerie Bel, represented by Khimji Ramdas, sign on to support programme

Muscat, December 8, 2004: Four high-achieving students from The Sultan’s School in Muscat will travel to Geneva this weekend to participate in The Students League of Nations. Abdullah Al-Balushi, Mariam Bhacker, Shaima Al-Khabori and Asya Al-Marhubi have been selected to represent the Sultanate, due to the diligence and hard work applied to their studies.

As part of its own project, The Model United Nations Project, the school received this rare invitation to send student delegates, in recognition of continuing plans at The Sultan’s School to develop a comprehensive international curriculum. Earlier this year the school adopted the IGCSE programme, and hopes to realise the start of the International Baccalaureate curriculum by September 200. The Geneva trip is the starting point in the development of a large-scale project that will see cross-curricular awareness of international issues raised and debated by students in the Sultanate.

The Students’ League of Nations is a prestigious international conference, involving teams of two students ‘representing’ the interests of a UN member nation in a simulated United Nations General Assembly, which offers them a unique chance to learn about the workings of the UN from the inside.

For two days, the student-delegates will be walking the corridor with real UN delegates and during the debates will hear keynote speeches from Mr Sergei Ordzhonikidze (Director General of the UN in Geneva) and Sir John Daniel, (President and Chief Executive Officer of the Commonwealth of Learning). Past keynote speakers have included the late Sir Peter Ustinov (actor and UNICEF ambassador), and Professor George Walker (Director-General of the International Baccalaureate Organisation).

On announcing that Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) would be providing the students with airline tickets for the trip, Peter Schilter, Country Manager for SWISS, said of the project: “The Students League of Nations provides an excellent platform for these students to appreciate the role of the United Nations in today’s world. We are very proud to have been able to support the programme, and wish the students well in their endeavour.”

Khimji Ramdas, who represent Fromagerie Bel, (producers of the famous brands of cheese such as Kiri and La Vache qui rit), in Oman, are supporting the project by providing the support staff travel and future conference facilities. Adil Ghouse, GM, Consumer Products Division, Khimji Ramdas, said: “The Sultan’s School is the Leading Bilingual School in the Sultanate, and the fact that their students have been selected to represent the country is a great honour. We are thrilled to be able to support youth projects such as this one, which bode well for the future of the country.”

On returning from Geneva, the four students will be able to turn their expertise towards the launch of phase two of the Model United Nations Project, presenting their findings and sharing their experience with their fellow students.

Clive Pierrepont, Director of Admissions and Business Development, The Sultan’s School, said: “On February 17, 200, students from across the capital area will be invited to participate in a Model United Nations General Assembly at a venue to be announced. We will therefore be able to include a larger number of students, benefiting them with this new and exciting programme.”

The Sultan’s School has future plans to develop this local conference into a large-scale international event, attracting students from around the world to the region, an event that should help put Oman firmly on the international map for students of the future.

The prestigious magazine “Cellphone” of UK has given the Motorola E398 an Award Of Excellence in their recent review of the latest models available in the market.

The E398 receives an extremely positive review, with an overall 89% score. The E398 is lauded as being ground-breaking, since it is the first mobile phone to have stereo speakers built in, and an impressive array of features and overall performance. They also mentioned that 'as music playing phones go, this is one of the best equipped we've come across'.

Music on the move is potentially a massive puller and phones with built-in music playing capability, the latest craze. The latest is the Motorola E398 which as music playing phones go, is rated to be one of the best equipped.. It comes with a stereo headset, USB cable, MP3 conversion software, built-in 3D stereo surround sound speakers, and is supplied with a generous 64MB memory card.

The E398 is quite ground-breaking in that it is the first to have stereo speakers built-in. it has plenty of other music-related features to get music lovers singing, such as exclusive MTV wallpapers, screensavers, video clips and games – plus on exclusive ringtone, wallpaper and screensaver from the Black Eyed Peas. But the E398 is not just a music phone; it boasts an integrated camera tucked away in the back – with a photo-light – for snap ‘n’ send MMS-ing, Bluetooth wireless connectivity, a built-in speakerphone which should make the E398 a big hit with a broad market.

The E398’s sober candy-bar design masks the funky features within. Finished in glossy black with silver keypad and a ring of chrome around the sides and top, it has a large 6K-colour display, which can be customized with one of the backgrounds on-board or with an image of your choice. There are some great screensavers to choose from.

Ranged either side of the display are the nifty 3D stereo speakers – which also house LEDs. The phone is a touch heavier than usual, but this is because the built-in speakers add some additional bulk.

This phone is clearly aimed at music lovers with its built-in stereo speakers, plus a so-called 3D surround sound effect. These are surprisingly powerful for their size, and the sound is remarkably good when you’re listening to downloaded tunes (and impressively full ringtones). The speakers also house LED lights, which can be set to flash in time to the music, as do the display and keypad, and the vibrator can also be set to vibrate in sync. Also featured are rhythm lights, which, if selected, will light up the display, keypad and speaker lights in time to external sounds.

Inspired by a custom in Japan to burn incense in a room to welcome someone special, Hiroko Koshino, a top designer from the fashion city of Paris came up with a perfume that would reflect this feeling in a modern way.
Admired by the elegance and relaxed manner in that custom, she would like to remind the modern age, the forgotten elegant gesture of her ancestors.

In the dew-bathed forests of Japan, A fragrance unfurls into the dreams of its dew-laden trees. The richness of the dew, sparkling scent-infused: The deer, celestial being of the forest untiringly quaffs the full draft. Each drop gathered on a silver spoon. From the forest depths bursts forth this fragrance.
Hiroko Koshino.

Pebbles are the conceptual inspiration for the perfume flask design. Strolling by the sea, along a riverside or in a forest, one might chance upon a pebble and pick it up. That pebble just might be hollow and filled with water. When held up to the light, the waters of ancient times seem to ripple and sway in waves.
Pebbles form the image behind Forest Dew’s vermilion – lacquered flask. Enclosed within is the Fragrance of the Forests of Japan.

Available at Khimji’s Megastore, Ruwi and Qurum. A new perfume with the fragrance of Japan.

One of the world’s innovative cruise ships CS AIDAblu is scheduled to call Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat on the 29th October, 2004 marking her maiden visit to the Sultanate.

CS AIDAblu was built in 1990 by one of the world’s renowned Italian shipyard Fincantieri Naval Italiani SPA. Gross registered tonnage of CS AIDAblu is 70310, 24.06 meters length overall and 32.2 meters wide. The cruise ship has 14 decks and accommodates 1663 passengers (lower berth) and has 832 cabins with most modern facilities on board such as jogging tracks, swimming pool, theatre, casino, health spa, fitness area, etc. The modern cruise ship has 7 restaurants on board with seating capacity of 1384 plus. In addition to the restaurants the ship also has 7 bars and cafes on board.

AIDA Cruises, which is now the German undisputed leader of cruise ships, operates and markets fascinating holidays on water with the entire fleet of the AIDA line. The ships of the AIDA fleet are operated by AIDA Cruises according to ISPS and ISM quality, environmental and safety standards. Khimji Ramdas Shipping represents AIDA Cruises in the Sultanate.

AIDA Cruises, mainly, offers cruises for German-speaking passengers. Most of their passengers on the Trans Suez Cruise are therefore from Germany. A small percentage of passengers from Austria, Switzerland and other nationals are also on board.

AIDA Cruises utilises professional market research to optimise guest satisfaction. While working out an itinerary, AIDA Cruises takes a careful look at market surveys and trends. The main focus is on politically stable locations and regions, operation of flight transportation, possibility of tourist pre-and post-stays within the itinerary. Their Trans Suez itinerary received high interest amongst their customers and was almost fully booked in a very short time.

More than 210,000 guests were greeted on board the ships of the AIDA fleet in 2003. This translated into a turnover of 300 million Euros to AIDA Cruises, which enables them to further expand the market leadership in the German market.

CS AIDAblu brings tourists from Heraklion, Greece to the secrets of the Arabian world. The first stop on this Trans Suez Cruise is Marmaris in Turkey, before continuing on to Beirut, Lebanon and Limassol, Cyprus. Egypt’s fourth-largest city, Port Said, forms the gateway to an unforgettable experience so is the passage of the Suez Canal. Hurghada and Safaga, both located in Egypt, are further stops on this schedule. After five days at sea, CS AIDAblu reaches the picturesque bay of Muscat in the Sultanate of Oman. From Muscat the cruise continues on to the city of Dubai.

Oman has always attracted travellers from all around the world due to the traditional Omani hospitality, the rich culture and history of this beautiful land. We expect CS AIDAblu’s call would definitely give Oman Tourism a further boost and place Oman firmly on the world cruise map.

Bahwan Tours have carefully prepared 4WD and coach excursions to showcase the beauty of this land. The passengers on board will be taken for a visit to Nizwa, Jabrin, Batinah, City Tour, Wadi Bani Auf/Bilat Sait, Wadi Shabb, Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands.

We feel this is a very significant development in the history of tourism of Oman, as probably for the first time a cruise ship with such a large capacity of passengers has chosen Oman as a port of leisure and sight seeing.

Khimji Ramdas has set up an experienced operational team to handle the ships call smoothly. “We have to disembark 1700 passengers in an hours time”, explained Mr M C Jose, GM KR Shipping. “Mr Saud Al Nahari, the Executive President of Port Services Corporation is working closely with us to ensure no delay takes place for the operations of the vessel”. Even though the ship is arriving during the holy month of Ramadan, the operation is programmed to go as normal due to the support of Royal Oman Police Immigration, Customs and Coast Guard. All departments of Port Services Corporation are also extending their support for this port call.

CS AIDAblu is scheduled to return to Muscat for a day on the 4th November, 2004 on her return voyage to Heraklion, Greece. On her return leg, the ship would pass through Safaga, Adabya and Suez Canal (Egypt).

Mr Michael Thamm, President of AIDA Cruises is the person responsible for day-to-day operations of the line. Mr Michael Thamm and his delegation were in Muscat on a fact-finding mission during 2001. The cooperation received from the local authorities, President of Port Services Corporation, Royal Oman Police, Coast Guard, Immigration, Tourism Department has helped KR Shipping in persuading the delegation to include Muscat in their winter itinerary of CS AIDAblu.

KR Shipping expects AIDA Cruises to look at Omani ports seriously to have more calls in the future. The tourists who visit Oman on the cruise vessel for one day return in smaller groups by air to spend a longer duration in Oman after seeing the beautiful city of Muscat. The short visit on the cruise is an appetiser for an extended holiday in Oman. The tourists appreciate the rich heritage, Omani hospitality, superior hygiene and safety. They see smiling faces with helping attitude when they visit Oman. We, at KR Shipping, are all excited to receive such a large number of tourists to Oman on one ship.

KHIMJI’S Warehouse at Ghala, next to Holiday Inn, Al Madinah, has been attracting the public in droves, ever since it opened its grand sale recently. The sale includes offers discounts of up to 60 per cent on a wide variety of popular products and brands.

On offer are high quality products such as ready-to-wear garments, linen, blankets, towels, home and kitchen appliances, air-conditioners, perfumes, sunglasses, cosmetics, luggageware, home and office furniture and other consumer goods. The warehouse is open on all days including Fridays from -9 pm.

MV Karamara, the Ethiopian Shipping Line (ESL) vessel is scheduled to have her maiden voyage to Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat on the th October, 2004. Karamara is calling Muscat port to load PVC pipes to Ethiopia. This marks the entry of one more prestigious shipping line in Oman’s shipping trade and the beginning of a direct service to Ethiopia. The Ethiopian Shipping Lines is represented in Oman by Khimji Ramdas Shipping Division.

ESL has been servicing the Gulf Region, through Sharjah, for almost a decade but this is the first time that it would be touching the Muscat port. ESL’s future plan is to connect Muscat on Middle East/Indian Ocean Red Sea service, once inducible volumes build up. Foodstuff, Stationary, Canned fish, Building materials, PVC Pipes, Soap Noodles, Plastic Wares, Auto Parts are some of the cargo that are exported regularly out of Oman.

Ethiopia being a land locked country, the cargo gets discharged in Djibouti for onward connection to Addis Ababa. ESL has very good arrangements for easy transfer of cargo to hinterlands. ESL gives to its customer a complete package service, from sea service to inland transport delivery and warehouse services. Recently ESL has acquired 34,000 square meters of land just at the outskirts of Addis Ababa to give dry port and bonded warehouse facility to its customers. This has given ESL an upper hand over its competitors.

ESL owns 10 multi purpose vessels and one tanker. ESL operates 4 trade routes i.e., UK/North Continent to Red Sea, Mediterranean and Adriatic to Red Sea, Far East/South East Asia to Red Sea and Middle East/Indian Sub continent to Red Sea. ESL has plans for the immediate future to renovate its fleet structure with modern and better capacity ships.

A tremendous potential for trade with Ethiopia exists. Oman has the advantage of being in the vicinity and Khimji Ramdas Shipping Division is willing to assist, local Oman-based exporters in building further trade opportunities with Ethiopia.

The E398’s 3D surround-sound system is music to the ears of
mobile phone lovers

Motorola, a global leader in wireless communications, announces the launch of the E398 phone to the Middle East market. The E398 is earmarked as the first mobile phone to break all boundaries when it comes to the multimedia experience, boasting 3D surround-sound coupled with a complete built-in MP3 player delivering an enhanced music experience right in the palm of your hand. With its sharp surround-sound quality, vibration technology and rhythm lights, which may simultaneously act in concert with each other, the E398 is a well-rounded multimedia experience.

The E398 hails a Transflash built-in mini removable memory card that allows mobile phone and music lovers continuous high volume access to their favourite tunes while on the move. When with friends, you can set the 3D surround-sound speakers into action and enjoy four hours of listening pleasure before you need to recharge the battery.

E398 brings life to the mobile phone experience by delivering a comprehensive range of mobile phone capabilities through compelling user-friendly applications like MP3 ring tones and tracks, video clips, wallpapers, screensavers and enhanced J2ME games as well as Bluetooth® technology, What makes this telephone really outstanding is its ability to deliver optimum sound in concert with a compelling visual apparatus. The result is a truly 3D interactive experience
The E398 is a highly interactive device. When activated, the model’s rhythm lights interact with games, ringtones, caller-ID’s and surrounding sounds creating a unique visual effect without compromising its high standard mobile phone capability.

The E398 has a VGA camera with an integrated flash meaning that you never have to miss that photo opportunity whilst in the dark. The spacious colour display screen translates into delivering MMS (multimedia messaging service) images and MPEG4 video clips to friends and family that never appear to be blurred.

Sunglass Hut International, the world’s largest sunglass retailer. Began in 1971 in Miami Florida USA. Now an exclusive Corner at Khimji Megastore.

During the 1990s, Sunglass Hut’s successful retail model of “ unparalleled Sunglass selection, merchandising and in-store marketing at the best locations” generated dramatic growth for the chain. By the end of the decade, Sunglass Hut had grown to a very profitable business with more than 1200 locations.

Today, Sunglass Hut International has 1880 stores on 3 continents including: North America (1634). Australia/New Zealand/Singapore (161) and Europe (8).

Sunglass Hut sells both ‘fun” and the freshest, newest, latest, greatest, image-driven assortment of authentic high-quality sun products. Sunglass Hut works aggressively with key sunglass manufactures around the world to update product assortments to keep the store fresh and exciting. Every Sunglass Hut is designed to be modern, energetic and fun, offering a customer friendly atmosphere that appeals to affluent, quality and fashion conscious consumers.

Sunglasses are merchandised in three distinct categories: 1) Fashion 2) Classic, and 3) Sport. Within each category, key consumer brands are emphasized through core brand-images and high-quality sunglass brand collection signage. Some of the brands to be retailed in Oman are RAY-BAN, VOGUE, MIU MIU, PERSOL, PRADA, VERSACE, POLICE, MOSCHINO, NIKE, REVO, KILLER LOOP, ARNETTE, SERGIO TACCHINI among others

This summer, visit Khimji Megastore, Qurum and experience the thrill of choosing your eyewear the way one would, in the fashion capitals of Milan or Paris.

OshKosh B’ Gosh, was founded in 189 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin as a manufacturer of hickory-striped denim bib overalls for railroad workers and farmers. More than a 100 years later, OshKosh has evolved into a premier global marketer of clothing and accessories for the entire family.
Their consumer base is made up of families of all types, families that value quality products that are classic and smart. The OshKosh consumer is usually a professional suburban homeowner with income and education higher than the national average. Many of their activities are centered around kids and family. They are active, aware and well read.

OshKosh B’ Gosh have created high quality, long lasting apparel – that is fashionable yet timeless, products that have withstood the test of time.

From adult wear to today’s fashionable children wear, their full range of products are known worldwide for their durability, high quality and contemporary styling.

For over one hundred years, these core attributes have been the common thread in building and strengthening the company and the brand… which is committed to uphold these standards for years to come.

OshKosh B’ Gosh has now launched the brand (for the first time) in Oman, with its children wear. An attractive, smart range in bright summer hues for the tiny tots is now exclusively available at Khimji’s Megastores in Ruwi and Qurum. Also, an introductory, limited period offer for this Summer Selection entails receiving a free Kids Meal voucher for Pizza Hut for every purchase worth RO . For details contact 796161, 60419

Motorola, a world leader in wireless communications announced the launch of its latest high end V80 mobile phone, boasting a revolutionary rotary cover allowing for both portrait and landscape pictures to be taken.

The innovative Motorola V80 defies convention with its sleek black look, rotating cover, compact design and one touch embedded VGA camera. A flick of a finger transforms this stylish mobile phone from closed to its elegant full-size position and one slight rotation of the cover transforms it into a one-touch camera.

The Motorola V80 is the ideal companion for OMAN style seekers, with its head-turning cover design, internal antenna, and always-visible colour display. Its integrated Bluetooth capability means users can connect completely wirelessly to compatible headsets and car kits– allowing them to really make a statement on the move.

The First Raffle Draw of Summer Surprise 2004 was held on 14th July 2004 at the newly opened Khimji’s Mart, Sur. The Bumper Raffle Draw was conducted in the presence of the official from Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Wilayat Sur. Dr. Mohammed Abdulla Sawrabi (Coupon No. 963) from Wilayat Sur was the lucky winner of the Bumper Prize of 6 Nights/ 7 Days holiday for two persons to Bangkok & Singapore. Apart from this, one Mct/Mumbai/Mct air ticket for two persons, one 29” Philips TV, two Moulinex Food Processors, three Motorola GSM and ten gift vouchers were also given away as prizes. The holiday season promotion generated a lot of excitement amongst the customers of Khimji’s Marts in the capital as well as Sur. The excitement will continue, since the second draw will be held on 16th August 2004 at Khimji’s Mart, Darsait outlet in Muscat.

Moulinex, the pioneers in kitchen home appliances have introduced a new versatile Food Processor - the Odacio range of Food Processors, made in France. The perfect partner for the woman in the kitchen, Odacio has an innovative integrated design, offers 29 functions and comes with a powerful 800 watts. Convenient to use, the simple yet efficient features of the Moulinex Odacio food processor enables quick and easy preparation of simple dishes to the most elaborate cuisine.

The Odacio 3 food processor with speed levels is an ideal friend for a big family. With an attachment of a 3 litre bowl, it is useful for kneading dough for pastries and cookies up to 1..kg. A unique clip system on the handle allows the user to clean the bowls easily and store them with out wasting space. The new varipulse function can be used for more precise jobs like making fine paste or fine chopping.

The Citrus press attachment can be used to make juice from various citrus fruits. The juice extractor attachment makes fresh juice from even hard fruits & vegetables like carrots, pineapples, kiwi, pomegranates etc…. indeed a nice treat in the hot summer for the whole family.

The Maxi press function comes in handy while making tomato purees, squeezing out fruit nectars and mashing potatoes. It plays a perfect role while making tomato, grape, raspberry & red currant coulis.

The Whisk emulsifies mayonnaise and sauces, whisks creams and beats eggs.

The 1. litre blender bowl takes the bother out blending of soups, sauce, and milk shakes. It comes in very handy when preparing different cocktails for parties. The unique ice crushing function is an added feature for those who enjoy their beverages/juices ice cold, or for making ice slush for your children. They will love you so much more.

The free Odacio recipe book, which comes with the food processor, will help you to experiment and innovate and make cooking such a joyful experience.

The new Odacio food processor is available in Carrefour, Lulu Center, Safeer Hypermarket, Al Burj, Sultan Center and all leading electronic shops in addition to all Khimji Megastore outlets in the Sultanate of Oman.

Mr. Jaysinh Ashar Damodar, an employee of Khimji Ramdas was felicitated on 21st, June, 2004 for completing fifty years of service with the company. Mr. Ashar joined the company on 20th June, 194. During his tenure he worked in various capacities in Muscat and Salalah. In a senior position at the Head office now, he was earlier the Divisional Manager of the Furniture Division of the Company.

A citation was awarded to Mr.Ashar by Mr Kanaksi Khimji, Partner, Khimji Ramdas. The citation lauded the achievements of Mr.Ashar, and appreciated his contribution to the development of the organization. A memento was presented to him by Mr Anil Khimji. Several employees paid encomiums to Jaysinh Ashar on the occasion and spoke in glowing terms of their long association with him.

Mr.Ashar in his acceptance speech thanked the organization for providing him an opportunity to learn and grow. He praised the professional environment, coupled with the humane and supportive cultural ethos of the company and remarked that this was unique to Khimji Ramdas.

Khimji Ramdas has completed 133 years of existence in Oman. The company has a number of Omani and expatriate employees, who have been in the service of the organization for 20 to 30 years. The company also has a reward programme where
long-serving employees are periodically felicitated.

Khimji’s Mart LLC, the friendly neighborhood supermarket chain, will run a new ‘Summer Surprise’ raffle scheme in all the four outlets in the capital and one mega outlet in Sur, starting 7th June to 14th August 2004, providing an opportunity for all its customers to win the Bumper Prize of 6 Nights/ 7 Days holiday for two persons to Bangkok & Singapore.

Other exciting prizes are, return trip air tickets from Muscat to Mumbai and back for two persons, Philips TVs, Food Processors, Mobile phones etc. All the customer needs to do is make a purchase of RO /- to participate in the bumper raffle scheme.

Monday, 17th of May 2004 saw the culmination of the inaugural promotion of Bumper Raffle Scheme 2004 at the newly opened Khimji’s Mart, Sur. Mr. Anil M. Khimji, Partner of Khimji Ramdas Group graced the occasion together with the official from the Baladiya of Wilayat Sur to conduct the draw.

Mr. Naeem Faridallah Behzad Hesari (Coupon No. 0161), a resident of Wilayat Sur was the lucky winner of the bumper prize of Toyota Echo car. Apart from this, one Philips 29” TV, two Moulinex Food Processor, three Moulinex Microwave Ovens, five Motorola C200 GSM and ten gift vouchers were also given away as prizes to the respective lucky winners in the Raffle Draw held at Khimji’s Mart, Sur.

The promotion generated heavy excitement within the consumers in the region of Wilayat Sur. The sprawling supermarket, a welcome addition for the people of Sur, offers convenience and choice at their doorstep. The supermarket stocks wide assortment of products in the categories of foodstuff, fresh meat, vegetables, fruits, household, stationery, electronic appliances, toys, garments etc.

Over the years, Pizza Hut has delighted customers with a variety of innovative pizzas. True to this tradition, once again Pizza Hut is all set to launch its all-new Traditional Pizza in the Middle East Market.

The Traditional Pizza is a unique 1” Family size Pizza with a pizzeria style crust that’s neither too thick nor too thin. The generous helping of toppings and delicious cheese on this extra large pizza further add to the appeal.

Commenting on the product research test results in the Middle East Region, Mr. Yogesh Shah, Sr.Divisional Manager, Pizza Hut, Khimji International said, “At the product test stage it was obvious through the research study that Traditional Pizza offered immense potential for Pizza Hut to present this extra large pizza for take away and home delivery and further widen our customer base.”

The Traditional Pizza is being launched simultaneously in all Pizza Hut outlets located in Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco and the GCC. Oman will enjoy the launch of this delicious variant from the 29th of May.

Another highlight of this launch is the attractive price point being offered by Pizza Hut on delivery and take away. The prices of RO. 2.9 for the Traditional Margarita Pizza and RO. 3. for the Traditional Specialty Pizza are aimed at making the Traditional Pizza an everyday value meal for the family.

This launch will also be supported by a fully integrated multi-media campaign that includes television commercials and outdoor advertising.

The introduction of the Traditional Pizza is yet another milestone that reaffirms Pizza Hut’s constant endeavor to refine, innovate and introduce new products to suit the tastes of its customers.

Pizza Hut, one of the premier ventures of Khimji Ramdas, is once again in the news for its path breaking initiatives in Oman.

Thursday Thunder, an inter-active radio program on FM, launched recently, is being aired live from the Lounge of Pizza Hut outlet, at Al Qurum, on every Thursday from. 9.00 pm to 10 pm. Omani youth from various colleges participate, exchange views on diverse topics relevant to their situation and the nation. These discussions are interspersed with popular music numbers. Lakshmi Kothaneth, in her inimitable bubbly and warm style, moderates these discussions with aplomb and elicits the best out of the young people on the show.

Some of the topics that have been featured on the show include “Working under Pressure”, “Humour in Everyday Life”, “Art and the Artist”, “IT - The Way Ahead”, among others. Students from SQU, Modern College & Majan College have been on the show recently, and there are plans afoot to invite other colleges in the capital.

According to Mr. Yogesh Shah, Sr. Divisional Manager of Pizza Hut, “Thursday Thunder not only allows the Omani youth to express their opinion and thoughts on topics that impact their lives, but also encourages them to overcome their inhibitions, and develop their personality and public speaking skills”.

With the programme catching the fancy of the youth in Oman, there are plans afoot to continuously innovate and reformat the show as it evolves, by bringing in interesting personalities from various fields and disciplines. All those who are interested in participating on the show should email Lakshmi at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Indeed, a fresh “Infotainment” initiative to bring the youth to a common platform and allowing them the opportunity to interact with others and contribute in their own way towards nation building.

Khimji Ramdas is delighted to present Design Shaik’s luxury fragrances to the Sultanate - the “Shaikh” pour homme and “Khunja” pour femme, part of the Jewellessence “Classic Blue” premium top-end collection

Designer Shaik products have been exclusively created to appeal to the luxury market setting themselves apart from other brand name perfumes. They are manifestation of style, image and taste.

This collection extends to a precious range of gold and silver flacons that are diamond and sapphire encrusted elevating it from a mere toiletry to an article of opulence and luxury. Only the most pure and costly ingredients are used, creating an exquisite perfume combined with precious metals and gems to form sheer, unadulterated luxury.

Designer Shaik is already well established in the Gulf region.

The product is being sold in exclusive outlets in Dubai at Paris Gallery, Rodeo Drive in the Emirates Towers and at the magnificent Kingdom Centre, Harvey Nicole’s and Saks th Avenue in Riyadh.

In Oman it is available at all the Khimji’s Megastore.

Also thoughtfully created is an array of luxury gifts for both Ladies and Gentlemen. All stunningly presented as Limited Editions of prestige. These intricately crafted products are intended not only to represent the Passion and desire for quality but also to bear relevance to the moment through subtle design.

Union Locks and Hardware a part of the Swedish Group Assa Abloy, a world leader in locks and door security held their annual conference in Cairo in the last week of March 2004. Representatives from nine countries including Oman, Qatar, Egypt, Syria, Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, UAE, Saudi, and Iraq participated. Oman was represented by Khimji Ramdas’ Building Materials Division who put up a sterling performance and were adjudged as the best team for their presentation. The presentation was evaluated on the basis of the content, the style, market mapping, strategy, pipeline projects and Union Centres role in Oman & the working model.

Union Design Centre deals in architectural hardware, domestic, industrial and sewage pumps; garage equipment, welding machines, architectural gardening and irrigation equipment. Union Design Centre with its wide range of levers, door closers, padlocks, keying systems and automatic door systems caters to the needs of the Hospitality, OEM and Security industry of Oman. The Union Design Centre also provides path breaking software named the ‘U-Schedule’. This ensures that the clients and specifiers get exactly the products they need. For items like the door handles, Union uses the ‘Virtual Set’ which allows people to view the products in a look-in situ and modify accordingly. Union Design Centre will also offer the customer the choice of selecting the preferred style of lever handle and then design the back plates to suit the design. . The Centre has trained personnel who have completed intensive Training courses at the Unions UK factories.

Khimji Ramdas, keeping in line with it’s commitment to provide world class products and services and its rich background in the Building Materials Industry in Oman offers the Union expertise and infrastructure. Union Products in Oman will be exclusively catered by Khimji Ramdas for all projects and will be backed by the Union guarantee.

Founded in 1972 by Stephen Marks, French Connection set out to create well-designed, fashionable clothing that appealed to a broad market.

From their first store in London, French Connection is now one of the strongest brands on the British High street. With over 100 outlets (including wholly owned retail stores, franchises and concessions) French Connection is emerging as a truly global fashion brand.

Having established a strong core clothing business over the years, French Connection recently expanded its portfolio into exciting new areas including homeware, watches, and now prestige fragrances.

Two new fragrances under the brand name “fcuk” (French Connection United Kingdom) have now been launched. These two new intoxicating blends for men and for women allude an irreverent attitude and unmistakable allure.

Designed by creative force, Fabien Baron, the fcuk fragrance bottles combine boldness and simplicity in sleek champagne and platinum metals.

‘fcuk’ him for Men (created by Fragrance Resources) is edgy, intoxicating and seductive.

‘fcuk’ her for Women (created by Givaudan) is: modern, provocative and tantalizing.

“The opportunity to create FCUK fragrance products and to be able to capitalize on the worldwide visibility and positioning of the FCUK brand name is very exciting”, said Brian Robinson, President of Zirh Skin Nutrition, the manufacturer of the fragrance. “Our intention is to capture the trend-setting and edgy personality of the FCUK clothing line and translate it into our fragrance and ancillary products”.

FCUK Fragrances are creating a storm worldwide with young consumers and have been brought to Oman by Khimji’s. Available at Khimji’s Megastore at Ruwi and Qurum.

It is not easy to remain indifferent to a legend. Put on a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses and you feel instantly a part of the legend, a part of history, transformed from being a mere observer to a protagonist in the adventure.

This is the power of the brand that has built up its image over the years, beginning in 1937 and continuing through history, technology and legend ranging from the great names of cinema, to fashion and an eternally popular trend.

This is a name that evokes America and adventure, great cities and wide open spaces, heroism and authenticity. Ray-Ban is all this - a whole wonderful world that is reflected in every single model.

Bearing witness to this is the new 2004 collection, which confirms once again Ray-Ban’s skill in renewing the most classic shapes, arousing the enthusiasm of new generations and remaining sufficiently abreast of the times to guarantee that the brand remains firmly rooted in the present.

The Ray-Ban sunglasses collection is this year enriched by 20 new models.

The look, as always, is sporty but elegant, a modern style for cities worldwide. The highly successful Sidestreet and Predator series continue, with the customary emphasis on guaranteeing excellent lens quality, whether in APX, in fine crystal or in polycarbonate, even in the polarised version.

Naturally, in addition to the look and the lens and material quality, special attention must also be given to comfort, and so we have nosepieces and tips in hytrel to make wearing the sunglasses a real pleasure.

UNDERCURRENT

RB 4041 Storm
A new model of the Undercurrent family, very bold, sporty and dynamic in design. The attractive, wrap-style, rectangular lenses, with rounded edges, are in APX and polarised polycarbonate for the most extreme activities. Special Ray-Ban hytrel tips and nosepieces guarantee a comfortable fit.
This model, which stands out for both its technical performance and its original style, is destined to be a new Ray-Ban best seller.

SIDESTREET

RB 2130 Rituals Pande
Ray-Ban introduces a touch of refined feminine charm with this simple and extremely classy model in acetate. The frames are large with square-shaped lenses, and the temples, in matching colour, are enhanced with the Ray-Ban logo in metal.
A particularly fashionable model that is sure to become an essential fashion accessory.

HIGHSTREET.

RB 3201 Rimless Square and RB 3199 Rimless Rectangle
Lightweight, elegant and charming, these essential new rimless models have a rectangular or slightly square shape with large lenses and a thin bridge. The lenses are fixed by two characteristic visible screws, which add a special touch of light.
The temples, bearing a tiny Ray-Ban logo, are extremely thin with tips in injected propionate. The model is available with APX or polarised polycarbonate lenses.

PREDATOR

A highly successful series in constant evolution, which continues to refine its shape and improve its technical performance while remaining true to its own image. Model RB 3194 Flight Extreme, with a bold, sporty image, has a low, rectangular wrap design with frames in metal. Exceptional for its great performance, the model is available only with crystal lenses. The temples are flexible for maximum comfort and the tips are in hytrel of the same colour as the lenses. The Ray-Ban logo is engraved at the top of the temple.
A model with prominent masculine characteristics, continuing the history that is today a legend.

Available as the new Summer Specials of Ray Ban at all Khimji’s Megastores.

BALMAN, a striking name, which leads us into Balmain’s men’s world of fragrance.

The BalMan story begins in the Mediterranean in a drive of eucalyptus trees, parched by the sun and dusted in a fresh, sparkling posy of mandarin, lavender, thyme and sage.

Aromatic sun-gorged notes envelope the BalMan man in infectious good humour. The dynamic heart of the perfume is marked by the honey sweet presence of cheery plums.

Next in line are balsamic notes: Tonka bean, the seed of a Brazilian tree, provides warm generous notes of oriental sensuality.
The somewhat unexpected liquorice, mingled with cardamom, bond in an exclusive marriage, adding an unforeseen element.

Moss, sandalwood and musk intensify the voluptuous, sophisticated scent.

Available at Khimji’s, BalMan is for the man who expresses a fresh, spontaneous sensuality, an inner strength where the wildest dreams and fantasies can come true.

The much awaited mega supermarket of Khimji’s Mart opened its door to public amidst much excitement and fanfare at Sur on 14th of March 2004. The inauguration of the store was performed under the auspices of H.E. Abdulla Bin Salem Bin Nassir Al Mukhaini, Representative of Wilayat Sur at A’Shura Council. The partners of Khimji Mart LLC, Mr. Anil M. Khimji and Mr. Pankaj K. Khimji also attended the inaugural function.

The newly opened Khimji’s Mart is a sprawling supermarket of 1000 sq.mts., the largest in terms of area in comparison to other four branches in Muscat

It houses a wide range of products catering to all the daily needs of the consumers as well as lifestyle products like readymade garments and perfumes.

The move to set up a retail outlet in Sur is a strong reflection of the Khimji Ramdas group’s decision to consolidate its presence in the organized retail industry across the country through strategic expansion in the interiors.

Apart from being the friendly neighbourhood store, Khimji’s Mart at Sur promises an enhanced in-store shopping experience with ample space and conveniently laid out merchandise in the aisles for the discerning customers.

As part of its inaugural celebration, the company is giving away special value promotion on a wide selection of merchandise like foodstuff, household goods, electronic appliances, toys, stationery, garments etc.

A Raffle Scheme is also running from 14th March to 13th May 2004 providing an opportunity to win the bumper prize of a Toyota Echo car and many more exciting prizes like T.V.s, microwaves, food processors etc. All the customer needs is to make a purchase of R.O. 3/- to participate in the Raffle Scheme.

As part of its innovative business strategy Khimji’s Mart also has a well-defined ‘Wholesale Section’ to serve the cash and carry clientele and hence effectively support the wholesale trade in town; the strategic differential being the low price and easy availability of the products in bulk for the wholesale consumers.

With their usual enthusiasm to share their professional secrets, Dominique Moncourtois and Heidi Morawetz have created new Make-Up Brushes for Chanel.

These totally professional accessories are both beautiful in appearance and precise and easy to use. And for the seriously dedicated user, three of them are being offered as a limited edition collection in an irresistible black make up pochette. This ultra slim pochette with magnetic clasp, in a black fabric with the double C logo, is highly practical and extremely elegant.

These essential make up accessories are now available from Chanel: 4 new brushes perfectly suited to 4 precise make up applications – evening out the complexion adding depth to the eyes, outlining the lips and applying eyebrow make up:

# Powder Brush
# Angled Eye shadow Brush
# Retractable Lip
# Eyebrow Groomer

Chanel brushes are made of highest quality natural hair or synthetic fibres. With their ergonomically designed matt black lacquered wooden handles with silver collars, they allow very precise application for a flawless make up result.

Everything that is sensual, everything that brings absolute pleasure and unexpected sensations, is a chance to take. A chance to smile at life in a surge of happiness.

CHANCE by CHANEL is an invitation to explore a radiant, overflowing sensuality, impetuous and seductive.
The adventure first began with Body Moisture, which accompanied the Chance fragrance at its launch, and now continues with two new products:

· Gentle Shower Foam
· Deodorant Natural Spray

Sparkling products, gestures of pleasures, fresh and ever – so – light textures faithful to the CHANCE fragrance. With their vibrant energy they play at turning all our senses upside down.

Gentle Shower Foam, its name promises pleasure from the start. A playful and bewitching product made up entirely of sensuality and a delightful lightness. After a few shakes of the bottle, place a small amount of the product in the palm of the hand and let the magic unfold: incredibly ethereal foam in a delicate pink colour, so very fresh and creamy thanks to vegetable – based tensioactives. Further enriched by active hydrating ingredients, it gently cleanses the skin, enveloping it in a halo of CHANCE like a splendid lucky charm, playful and self – indulgent.

As the idea of CHANCE is so deeply linked to life, action and adventure, deodorant Natural spray is an intimate and discreet ally, always reliable and wonderfully elegant.
It’s all here: A totally effective formula presented in a shiny pink canister, compact and unbreakable. A quick , practical spray leaves a subtly fragranced veil on the skin, instant freshness and an invigorating, long lasting sense of well-being.

Coco Mademoiselle has proved itself to be the fragrances of its time. You have only to consider its spectacular success worldwide. This Modern oriental with its unique fragrance, both light and sensual, expresses a seductive and confident freedom.

The same qualities inform the three new Coco Mademoiselle products, with their perfect blend of freshness and sophistication:

· Refillable 60ml Eau de Toilette Spray
· 3ml Fresh Hair Mist Spray
· 100ml Natural Spray Deodorant

For Women who need no persuading, The New Eau De Toilette spray will delight all those who already use and love Coco Mademoiselle. Its Graphic design brings a contemporary look to the Chanel spirit of refined luxury.
The elegant and subtly iridescent white packaging is enhanced by a gold band.

Practical, luxurious and captivating. Refillable, so that lavish lovers of the Eau De Toilette need never be without their intensely fresh and sophisticated fragrance.

This fresh Hair Mist from Coco Mademoiselle is the most sensual new way to wear the fragrance. Your hair is surrounded by a fragrant halo of Coco Mademoiselle, expressing an ultra-feminine and seductive sophistication. Every movement of your hair releases a subtle cloud of fragrance: The ultimate in Sophistication

Totally unobtrusive freshness - The Coco Mademoiselle Deodorant gives an instant sensation of well-being and freshness. Its very gentle and effective formula fragrances the skin delicately, while an anti-bacterial agent acting in synergy with a deodorizing agent, provides lasting protection.

The new make-up collection from CHANEL, created by Dominique Moncourtois and Heidi Morawetz, takes us on a journey to the heart of East India, with warm, exotic spice colours and the soft, velvety textures of precious fabrics.
Travel the Silk Road, with materials and colours evocative of precious fabrics, metals and jewels and fiery spices.
The Spring Make-up from CHANEL takes its inspiration from Satin, for the new Star Product - SATIN de CHANEL, and from cashmere, amethyst, gold and saffron for the new colour creations, to weave a world of rich texture and blazing colour.

An exclusive and original limited edition creation

Radiance effect
As soft and lustrous as satin, a precious powder in two shades, amethyst and apricot, to illuminate skin with an iridescent sheen

Satin Skin
Soft, gleaming satin, lustrous and caressable, is an integral element of the CHANEL culture. You have seen it quilted in a handbag or pleated in a skirt. Now we see it as the new Star Product, SATIN de CHANEL, a pressed powder with a soft, quilted appearance and a laser drawn overstitching effect.

Couture Mood
SATIN de CHANEL evokes the world of couture. The smooth, padded, surface, with a sprayed finish of iridescent pigments, and a precise, laser drawn stitching effect, imitates the shimmering finish of the fabric, in two subtle and silky iridescent shades

Luminous Prism
SATIN de CHANEL is presented in a black compact with the double “CC” logo, which, together with the accompanying applicator brush, slips easily into an elegant little pochette.

At the very cutting edge of fashion, technology and daring, SATIN de CHANEL is the essential Star product.

Right on the heels of the introduction of the model C0 (the lowest priced camera phone) and E36 (the big screen camera phone), comes the new V 600, with everything you need to make the most of your busy life.

Some of the attractive features of this model are

· Quad band
· 6k TFT transreflective color display
· Integrated DIGITAL CAMERA with time and date stamp
· BLUE TOOTH, GPRS,
· Video Clip play back with sound: - MPEG4
· Situational Exterior lighting
· Embedded polyphonic ringtones and MP3 ring tones.
· Phone book up to 1000 entries, picture phone book up to 100KB
· In-built hands free Speaker phone
· MMS, EMS, SMS, Group SMS,
· Nokia Smart Message Receive
· Email STMP, POP3, IMAP4
· Internal Memory MB,
· Internal display: - 4 lines of text, 1 line of icons
· External display: - 2 line of text
· Embedded & downloadable games, animated screen savers, wall papers and ring tones

Motorola phones come in with a ONE-YEAR INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY. They are available at all leading outlets in Oman and are serviced by the trusted house of Khimji Ramdas at their Rex Road Showroom (Tel: 79092).

Motorola phones are marketed by M/s Khimji Ramdas :- Call 6962, 924148 for more information

Muscat, January 27, 2004: NEC Computers International, Europe’s th largest manufacturer of personal computers, supplying the professional market with the NEC brand and the consumer market with the Packard Bell brand, has appointed Al Khanjar Infosystems as an Authorized Reseller in Oman for NEC computers.

Al Khanjar Infosystems is part of Khimji Ramdas, one of Oman’s most reputed and successful business conglomerates with a group history dating back to 1870. The group activities range from shipping to construction, consumer products to lifestyle accessories, engineering goods to defense projects as well as IT and telecommunications. Over its long history, in every sphere of its diverse activities, the group has been synonymous with quality and trust.

Al Khanjar Infosystems today is a state-of-the-art solutions provider for Information Technology and Communications Systems, ranging from Computer Hardware, peripherals, NAS/ SAN solutions to e-security and mission critical software applications for the ever expanding IT industry.

“Our core strength is our team of qualified and experienced IT professionals. Furthermore, we have developed an extensive customer care program providing premium critical 24x7 support with an uptime record that far exceeds industry standards”, said Jayanta G. Borpujari, Divisional Manager of Al Khanjar Infosystems LLC. "We are proud to have been selected to represent NEC Computers International on the Oman market. With NEC’s background in technological innovation and product portfolio in servers & storage, we are confident to further increase our customer satisfaction, performance and excellence in our service."

The appointment of Al Khanjar Infosystems LLC as NEC Computers Authorized Reseller for Oman has been announced by interFRONTIERS Services Ltd, the Regional Business Development unit for NEC and Packard Bell. The management team of interFRONTIERS will be responsible for overseeing the development of the resellers operation, marketing and events in the market. Mr. Antonis Kyprianou, interFRONTIERS Sales Director for the Middle East & Gulf region, said, “We are delighted to have concluded the appointment of Al Khanjar Infosystems as Authorized Reseller in Oman for NEC Computers. We are confident that they will operate very successfully.”

Michel de Bievre, Executive Director – International Division – NEC CI, said, “We are certain that with interFRONTIERS expertise, and the standing of Al Khanjar Infosystems in Oman’s corporate IT market, we will achieve the highest possible penetration and a significant increase in our market share in Oman.”

interFRONTIERS is managing the region’s sales of:
· NEC server and storage, desktop and notebook solutions to large account, SMB and SoHo organizations.
· Packard Bell home solutions from high-end PC to notebook and PDA for end-users.

NEC server, storage and desktop solutions are designed and produced in Europe, in NEC CI plant in Angers and in Livingstone, Scotland. NEC notebooks production with CTO and testing capabilities is also performed in Europe. The yearly production capacity is about 3.1 million units and the company employs 3,000 people worldwide.

Khimji Ramdas’ Commodities Division recently introduced Noor Mayonnaise and Tiffany Ketchup, both products being manufactured by IIFCO. Over the past one year, the Division has been associated with IIFCO to distribute the Noor brand of Margarine in the Oman market.

‘Noor’ is a trusted name in GCC region over the years for premium quality sunflower oil. Also, Tiffany has been well known for its confectioneries over the years.

Tiffany ketchup and Noor mayonnaise are produced using the best raw materials. These products are manufactured using latest machinery that meets the International Good Manufacturing Practice standards.

Delighted with the efforts of Khimji Ramdas in promoting sales of Noor Margarine, IIFCO has also appointed Khimji Ramdas for its distribution of Noor Mayonnaise and ‘Tiffany’ brand of ketchup.

Recently launched, Noor Mayonnaise received excellent response from the Omani consumers. Khimji Ramdas plans to distribute these products through various channels across Oman. The target channels include supermarkets, groceries, institutions, hotels, restaurants and cafeterias. Currently, the products are available on lucrative consumer offers in several leading supermarkets in Capital.

These products are strategically priced in mid segment price range providing quality product at affordable rates. Different pack-sizes suit all customers both for home use and catering.

Along with, Khimji Ramdas, IFFCO has active plans to provide other quality food products to Omani customers all across the nation.

This season, Khimji’s bring to Oman, a new range of CHANEL products - a new Make- Up collection, two Bath products from CHANCE, Make-Up Brushes and the fragrance of Coco Mademoiselle, which continues to reveal its luminous sensuality with a new visual image, utterly modern and more seductive than ever.

The new make up collection from CHANEL called SATIN DE CHANEL, created by Dominique Moncourtois and Heidi Morawetz takes us on a journey to the heart of East India, with warm, exotic spice colours and the soft, velvety textures of precious fabrics. Honey, saffron, copper, frankincense, rosewood or golden peach for silky, iridescent effects on eyes, lips and nails. SATIN DE CHANEL evokes the world of couture. The smooth, padded, surface, with a sprayed finish of iridescent pigment, and a precise, laser-drawn stitching effect, imitates the shimmering finish of fabric, in two subtle and silky iridescent shades.

Everything that is sensual, everything that brings absolute pleasure and unexpected sensations, is a chance to take. A chance to smile at life in a surge of happiness. CHANCE by CHANEL is an invitation to explore a radiant, overflowing sensuality, impetuous and seductive. The adventure first began with the CHANCE fragrance, and now continues with two new bath products being Gentle Shower Foam and Deodorant Natural Spray. Sparkling products, gestures of pleasure, fresh and ever so light textures faithful to the CHANCE fragrance. With their vibrant energy they play at turning all our senses upside down.

With their usual enthusiasm to share their professional secrets, Dominique Moncourtois and Morawetz have created new make-up brushes for CHANEL.
CHANEL brushes are made of highest quality natural hair or synthetics fibres. With their ergonomically designed matt black lacquered wooden handles with silver collars, they allow very precise application for a flawless make up result. These totally professional accessories are both beautiful in appearance and precise and easy to use. And for the seriously dedicated user, three of them are being offered as a limited edition collection in an irresistible black make up pochette.

Coco Mademoiselle has shown itself to be the Fragrance of its time. You have only to consider its spectacular success worldwide. This modern oriental perfume with its unique fragrance, both light and sensual, expresses a seductive and confident freedom. The same qualities belong to the three new products – the Eau de Toilette Spray, Fresh Hair Mist Spray, Natural Spray Deodorant, with their perfect blend of freshness and sophistication. The new Eau De Toilette spray will delight all those who already use and love Coco Mademoiselle. Its graphic design brings a contemporary look to the Chanel spirit of refined luxury. The elegant and subtly iridescent white packaging is enhanced by a gold band.

Pizza lovers in Oman, rejoice! Pizza Hut launched the new, Beef-Sausage Stuffed Crust Pizzas – the great flavour of beef sausage stuffed crust that is bound to make its mark in Oman. Like most other products from Pizza Hut, this is another unusual pizza with a unique and fascinating product offering.

The new Pizza has the best of taste and freshness baked together in one wholesome meal! This new beef Sausage stuffed crust pizza, so delectably different is indeed a great addition to Pizza Hut’s regular range of pizzas. Served hot and garnished with a combination of green pepper, capsicum, fresh mushroom, sliced grilled tomatoes and paprika, along with a host of rare herbs.

Pizza Hut, Oman, has a long-standing reputation of introducing innovative pizzas and great offers at all their outlets. “And now with the introduction of the new ‘Beef Sausage Stuffed Crust’ pizza, Pizza Hut moves even closer to the pizza-lovers who are always open to try new and tempting variety”, feels Abhilash Patel, Marketing Manager – Pizza Hut, Oman.
And most importantly, it is the warm ambience (especially in the new, renovated Qurum outlet) the friendly service and the lingering taste, which makes pizza lovers come back for more! And which has earned them the ‘Oman Today Best Fast Food Restaurant Award’ for the second year in a row.