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Ferrari hosts the regional premiere of the 12Cilindri in Dubai

The first week of November 2024 saw the iconic Armani Hotel in Dubai host the regional premiere of Ferrari’s latest grand touring supercar, the Ferrari 12Cilindri. Ferrari invited a limited-and-select group of exclusive guests for the unveiling of the new Ferrari 12Cilindri in the Middle East where the group was treated with an immersive experience that defines the rich heritage and exclusive craftsmanship of Ferrari.

The Ferrari 12Cilindri is the latest development in the legendary Maranello carmaker’s long line of V12-equipped cars. The V12 in the 12Cilindri can rev up to 9500rpm while pushing out 819hp while offering 80% of total torque being available at just 2500 rpm. Speaking at the premiere, Giorgio Turri, General Manager of Ferrari Middle East said “As we unveil the Ferrari 12Cilindri here in the Middle East, we celebrate more than just a car – we celebrate Ferrari’s enduring passion for innovation combined with performance. Introducing a V12 mid-front-engine road car to the Middle East is a monumental occasion, as this region has long embraced the power and prestige that comes with Ferrari’s iconic V12 engines. This regional premiere marks a significant milestone for our brand in the region, and we are thrilled to share this moment with our most dedicated enthusiasts. The Ferrari 12Cilindri embodies everything Ferrari stands for – a perfect balance of tradition and cutting-edge technology, designed to inspire and ignite the imagination of those who experience it.”

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Cathay Pacific Will Resume Direct Flights To Hyderabad Next Year

Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific has announced that it will resume direct passenger flights to Hyderabad starting March 30, 2025. This route will be operated thrice weekly until August 31, 2025. Then, from the following day, the frequency will increase to five weekly.

Flight CX673 will depart from Hong Kong and arrive in Hyderabad at 21:45 and 00:45 the next day, respectively. The return leg – CX672 – will fly out of the capital of India’s Telangana state at 01:50 and land in Hong Kong at 09:50. The departure timing for flight CX673 will be 10 minutes early between March 30 and May 15, 2025, and between September 16 and October 25.

On the route mentioned above, a two-class Airbus A330-300 will ferry passengers. The aircraft will feature Business and Economy cabins. Cathay Pacific currently operates 31 return passenger flights every week to four destinations across India: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai. The count will rise to 39 weekly by March 30 next year and 43 per week by the beginning of September 2025. That number comprises the Hong Kong-Hyderabad route, double daily services to Delhi, 10 weekly flights to Mumbai, and daily services to Bengaluru and Chennai.

Also Read: Cathay Pacific Launches New Route To The Middle East

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Elamins: A New Fashion Brand With An Interesting Outlook

Elamins, a new fashion brand from the pulsating heart of Dubai, UAE, has embarked on a journey with a vision to create versatile and timeless clothing. The team behind the brand’s inception comprises three siblings – Hassan, Sally and Ahmed Elamin. Hassan leads the menswear division with a clear focus on creating clothing that reeks of a balance between simplicity and luxury. Sally, the brains behind the womenswear line, has a strong background in graphic design that helps her create ageless apparel. Ahmed is the operations guy—one who oversees the end-to-end business needs.

It’s still early, but visiting the brand’s website helps paint the picture. It’s neat, uncluttered and simple to fathom, just like the clothing range. Elegance and comfort are two words that help encapsulate the apparel design, colour choices and fabrics. Per the brand, the creativity takes inspiration from their Dubai roots and Sudanese heritage.

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BFGoodrich Tires launches new KO3 all-terrain tires in the Middle East

BFGoodrich Tires, famed for innovating the all-terrain tire segment, has unveiled its latest innovation – the BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 tire in the Middle East. Set to be available in the region starting November 2024, the new KO3 tires are designed to excel in the desert and other off-road conditions found abundantly in the region. The new BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 tires build upon the successful formula of the KO2 tires with highlight features comprising a new tread pattern and all-terrain tread compound to provide durability and longevity even in gravel and excellent sidewall toughness courtesy of CoreGard Technology developed from Baja racing experience. BFGoodrich claims it will introduce over 100 sizes of the new KO3 tires, globally, in the next two years.