Meridian News Archive
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New arrival at Kuwait International AirportThe latest edition KIA Magazine has touched down at Kuwait International Airport. Published for the Directorate General of Civil Aviation by Kuwait-based Meridian Media, this full colour magazine features all the news and views from one of the Gulf region's most dynamic airports. In depth features on the inner workings of a 21st century airport, destination profiles and useful factfinder sections all make this a must-read for arriving or departing passengers. In addition to the KIA Magazine, Meridian's team produces a range of yearbooks, handbooks, directories and the highly acclaimed Airport Review™, a well-proven and highly effective tool for promoting an airport's services to an international audience of aviation decision-makers. |
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Port of Port of Spain launches new HandbookTrinidad's main maritime gateway, The Port of Port of Spain has launched the latest edition of its dynamic Port Handbook, produced exclusively for the Port by specialist maritime publishers Meridian Publications Ltd. The new handbook forms a key element of The Port of Port of Spain's marketing efforts and highlights all the latest developments underway at the dynamic Port, managed under contract for the Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago by Portia Management Services – the international consulting division of UK-based Peel Ports. Coverage is included on many of the major members of Port of Spain's maritime and commercial community. Meridian Publications is one of the world's leading publishers of promotional yearbooks, handbooks and directories, covering projects for a wide range of clients in the maritime and civil aviation sectors. |
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Houston Airport System welcomes new lookThe new-look edition of Airport Review™, focusing on the latest developments at the Houston Airport System, has landed at the world's sixth-largest airport system. This latest full-colour review showcases the latest developments at the Houston Airport System comprising Bush Intercontinental – the city's main international airport, celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2009 – and William P. Hobby and Ellington Airports, Houston's domestic and general aviation gateways. Coverage is also given to passenger and air cargo development, the airport system's wider role in the international aviation community through the HAS Development Corporation consultancy and to Houston's pro-business and tourism development environment. Airport Review™, published by Meridian Publications Ltd, adds a special dimension to any gateway's marketing message through a combination of quality editorial, photographs and graphics, informing potential customers and the existing aviation community on the latest developments. |
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Port of Kokkola showcases European AWT networkThe Port of Kokkola in Western Finland, ranked among the country's busiest ports and one of the largest along the Gulf of Bothnia, continues to go from strength to strength. A new multi-million Euro investment programme, including a rotary tippler terminal to handle increasing volumes of dry bulks, is ensuring the Port is well positioned to handle every kind of traffic as it builds its reputation as a key marine gateway for the CIS and Russia. Kokkola is also the northern terminus for the pan-European All Weather Terminal network. At 132m long, 62m wide and 35m high, Kokkola's AWT is the largest in the network capable of receiving, loading and discharging vessels up to 9500dwt at its enclosed dock area. The terminal is primarily designed to cater for weather-sensitive shipments – timber, metals and general cargo – that make up a high proportion of traffic through Kokkola. The new tippler terminal and the concept behind the AWT network – along with the Port's vision for the future – is encapsulated in the official 56-page publication Kokkola:The Port For All Seasons, produced for the Port Authority of Kokkola by specialist transportation publisher Meridian Publications Ltd. The publication brings the Port's story right up to date through high-quality editorial, images and design. Also included are in-depth features on economic development and tourism opportunities across the region, plus reports on major companies active at the Port of Kokkola. |
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Port of Durban launches new marketing flagshipThe 2008-2009 edition of The Port of Durban Handbook & Directory, produced for Transnet National Ports Authority by Meridian Publications Ltd, the specialist handbook, yearbook and directory publishers, has been officially launched. This latest handbook showcases in full-colour the latest developments at South Africa's No.1 maritime gateway, with in-depth features on the port's development plans and a comprehensive rundown of the facilities and services available to ensure the port can meet the demanding logistics needs of the 21st century shipping industry. The 72-page edition also includes coverage on many of the major members of Durban's maritime and commercial community. Meridian Publications is one of the world's leading publishers of promotional yearbooks, handbooks and directories, covering projects for a wide range of clients in the maritime and civil aviation sectors. In addition, Meridian's team produces high-impact websites for firms in the logistics sector. |
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As One: Profiling the Port of Liverpool and the Manchester Ship CanalThe first edition of the Port of Liverpool and the Manchester Ship Canal Profile & Directory has launched to widespread acclaim. This 136-page full-colour Profile comprehensively showcases the latest exciting chapter in a story of two great opponents brought together to form a dynamic new force for international trade. Under the banner of Peel Ports – the UK's second-largest ports group – they now form a single seaway stretching for 44 miles from the Irish Sea to the heart of the cargo-rich North West of England, providing a "green" all-water route for international trade. Highlighting the latest developments and future plans for the Port and the Ship Canal, coverage is given to many of the major members of the region's maritime and logistics community as well as in-depth reports on the diverse traffic handled. In addition to award-winning port yearbooks, port handbooks and port directories, Meridian's team produces high-impact websites. In the field of civil aviation, Meridian publishes the highly acclaimed Airport Review™ magazine, a well-proven and highly effective tool for promoting an airport's services to an international audience of aviation decision-makers. Other productions include a range of airport yearbooks, airport handbooks and airport directories; airline yearbooks and directories; and specialist anniversary yearbooks and project reviews for airports, airlines, seaports and airport/port consultancy firms. |
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TRANSRUSSIA launch for Port of Hamina HandbookThe Port of Hamina used TRANSRUSSIA – the International Freight Transport & Logistics Exhibition held annually in Moscow – to launch the latest edition of its prestigious Port Handbook. Produced exclusively for Haminan Satama Oy by specialist maritime publishers Meridian Publications Ltd, the new edition proved a big hit with delegates at the trade show. This latest 64 page handbook builds on the success of previous editions and highlights all the latest developments underway at the Port of Hamina, which is located in one of Finland's fastest growing regions. With its strong industrial base and extensive multimodal transport links with Russia and the CIS, Hamina is a prime location for business, particularly firms engaged in logistics and distribution. Coverage is included on many of the major members of Hamina's maritime and commercial community. Meridian is one of the world's leading publishers of promotional yearbooks, handbooks and directories for a wide range of clients in the maritime and civil aviation sectors. |
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Spanish edition for Houston Airport ReviewThe latest Spanish-language edition of Airport Review™, produced for the Houston Airport System by Meridian Publications Ltd, the UK based handbook, yearbook and directory publishers, is now available. This new 44-page edition showcases in full-colour the latest updates to Houston Airport System Master Plan for Bush Intercontinental Airport – the city's main international gateway – as well as in-depth features on Houston's two other commercial airports including passenger service and air cargo development. Coverage is also given to the airport system's wider role in the international aviation community through the HAS Development Corporation consultancy and to Houston's development as a business and tourism destination. Meridian has extensive experience producing multi-lingual editions of projects for its clients. Products include high-impact websites, a range of airport yearbooks, airport handbooks and airport directories; airline yearbooks and directories; and specialist anniversary yearbooks and project reviews for airports, airlines, seaports and airport/port consultancy firms. |
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Bigger and better: latest Houston Airport Review launchedThe 2008 edition of Houston Airport System Airport Review™ has landed at the world's sixth-largest airport system. The 54-page full-colour review showcases the latest developments at the Houston Airport System including the Master Plan for Bush Intercontinental Airport, the city's main international gateway, and the ongoing upgrades at William P. Hobby and Ellington Field – Houston's domestic and general aviation airports. Coverage is also given to passenger and air cargo development, the airport system's wider role in the international aviation community through the HAS Development Corporation consultancy and to Houston's pro-business and tourism development environment. Airport Review™, published by Meridian Publications Ltd, adds a special dimension to any gateway's marketing message through a combination of quality editorial, photographs and graphics, informing potential customers and the existing aviation community on the latest developments. |
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New flagship calls at Port of Cape TownTransnet National Ports Authority has welcomed the arrival of the new Port of Cape Town Handbook & Directory, produced exclusively for the ports authority by specialist port and aviation publishers Meridian Publications Ltd. This 2008/2009 edition brings the continuing story of the Port of Cape Town right up to date through a combination of high-quality editorial, photographs and graphics. A prime marketing tool for Transnet National Ports Authority, the handbook highlights the developments taking place to consolidate the port's position as a strategic maritime gateway for Southern Africa. |
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Port Maputo launches first ever HandbookThe Maputo Port Development Company SARL has launched the first edition of its Port Maputo Town Handbook & Directory, produced exclusively for the port authority by specialist maritime and aviation publishers Meridian Publications Ltd. Through a combination of high-quality editorial, photographs and graphics, this flagship marketing tool highlights the developments taking place to reposition Port Maputo as the logistics gateway of choice for Mozambique and the entire industrial heartland of Southern Africa. |
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70th anniversary touchdown for Prague AirportPrague Airport is celebrating seven decades of aviation with the arrival of its latest 48 page full colour publication, packed with the latest news on the exciting developments at the gateway to the Czech Republic. The special 70th anniversary Airport Review™ covers the airport's story from grass landing strip to Central European hub and is produced for airport authority Letiste Praha, s.p. by specialist aviation contract publishers Meridian Publications Ltd. Also included are profiles on many of the service providers at Prague Airport. Meridian Publications is one of the world's leading publishers of promotional yearbooks, handbooks, reviews and directories, covering projects for a wide range of clients in the maritime and civil aviation sectors.
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Kuwait Ports launches new flagshipThe Kuwait Ports Authority has welcomed the arrival of its new Handbook & Directory, produced exclusively for the port authority by specialist port and aviation publishers Meridian Publications Ltd. The 116 page dual-language (English/Arabic) edition brings the continuing story of Kuwait's three maritime gateways – Shuwaikh, Shuaiba and Doha – right up to date through a combination of high-quality editorial, photographs and graphics. A prime marketing tool for Kuwait Ports, the handbook highlights the developments taking place to position the three ports as the strategic maritime gateway of choice in the northern Arabian Gulf. Also included is an extensive Port Services section, profiling many of the major members of Kuwait's maritime and commercial community including Inchcape, Al-Kazemi Group, GAC, Gulftainer, UASC, KGL Ports International, Aratrans, HEISCO, Jassim Transport, Liebherr Cranes, Bahman Marine, Sealine Group, Naseeb Maritime, Al-Sahah Marine, Al Rashed International Shipping Co and Steamco Shipping Agencies. |
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Houston Airport System first for revampThe new-look edition of Airport Review™, focusing on the latest developments at the Houston Airport System, has landed at the world's sixth-largest airport system. The 48-page full-colour review showcases the latest developments at the Houston Airport System including the Master Plan for Bush Intercontinental Airport, the city's main international gateway, and the ongoing upgrades at William P. Hobby and Ellington Field – Houston's domestic and general aviation airports. Coverage is also given to passenger and air cargo development, the airport system's wider role in the international aviation community through the HAS Development Corporation consultancy and to Houston's pro-business and tourism development environment. Airport Review™, published by Meridian Publications Ltd, adds a special dimension to any gateway's marketing message through a combination of quality editorial, photographs and graphics, informing potential customers and the existing aviation community on the latest developments. |
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Port of Port of Spain launches new HandbookTrinidad's main maritime gateway, The Port of Port of Spain has launched the latest edition of its dynamic Port Handbook, produced exclusively for the Port by specialist maritime publishers Meridian Publications Ltd. The new handbook forms a key element of The Port of Port of Spain's marketing efforts and highlights all the latest developments underway at the dynamic Port, managed under contract for the Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago by Portia Management Services – the international consulting division of UK-based Peel Ports. Coverage is included on many of the major members of Port of Spain's maritime and commercial community including International Shipping Ltd, MSC, Huggins Services, Liebherr Cranes, Skyline Freight , Melville Shipping, Huggins Shipping, Carvalho's Shipping Agency, Gordon, Grant & Co Ltd, Cargo Consolidators Agency, Marine Consultants and AJ Mauritzen & Co. Meridian Publications is one of the world's leading publishers of promotional yearbooks, handbooks and directories, covering projects for a wide range of clients in the maritime and civil aviation sectors. |
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Happy landings for Kuwait Airport at Routes ConferenceKuwait International Airport has announced the arrival of the new 6th Edition of its Yearbook, produced exclusively for the Directorate General of Civil Aviation by specialist transportation publishers Meridian Publications Ltd. The 200 page dual-language (English/Arabic) hardback was internationally showcased for the first time at the 3-day Routes 2006 conference, held in Dubai, UAE and attended by a global audience of aviation delegates. Featuring high-quality editorial, photographs and graphics – all tailored to client Directorate General of Civil Aviation's exacting requirements – the full colour KIA 2006/2007 Yearbook is a prime marketing tool for Kuwait International Airport, highlighting the developments taking place to position the gateway as the hub of choice in the northern Arabian Gulf following the introduction of Open Skies by the forward-looking State. Copies are available direct from the DGCA's Public Relations & Media Division. |
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Spanish arrival for Houston Airport ReviewThe latest Spanish-language edition of Airport Review™, produced for the Houston Airport System by Meridian Publications Ltd, the UK based handbook, yearbook and directory publishers, is now available. This new 36-page edition showcases in full-colour the newly unveiled Houston Airport System Master Plan for Bush Intercontinental Airport – the city's main international gateway – as well as in-depth features on Houston's two other commercial airports including passenger and air cargo development. Coverage is also given to the airport system's wider role in the international aviation community through the HAS Development Corporation consultancy and to Houston's pro-business and tourism development outlook. Meridian has extensive experience producing multi-lingual editions of projects for its clients. Products include high-impact websites, a range of airport yearbooks, airport handbooks and airport directories; airline yearbooks and directories; and specialist anniversary yearbooks and project reviews for airports, airlines, seaports and airport/port consultancy firms. |
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TRANSRUSSIA launch for Port of Hamina HandbookThe Port of Hamina chose TRANSRUSSIA – the International Freight Transport & Logistics Exhibition held annually in Moscow – to launch the latest edition of its prestigious Port Handbook. Produced exclusively for Haminan Satama Oy by specialist maritime publishers Meridian Publications Ltd, the new edition proved a big hit with delegates at the trade show, held at Moscow's Olympiysky Sports Complex. This latest 64 page handbook builds on the success of previous editions and highlights all the latest developments underway at the Port of Hamina, which is located in one of Finland's fastest growing regions. With its strong industrial base and extensive multimodal transport links with Russia and the CIS, Hamina is a prime location for business, particularly firms engaged in logistics and distribution. Coverage is included on many of the major members of Hamina's maritime and commercial community including Oy Hacklin Hamiko Ltd, Steveco, Vopak Chemical Logistics Finland OY, VR Cargo, Railtrans, Dynea, Finnpilot, Finntugs, Transfennica Ltd , Finnlines, UPM-Kymmene Seaways, Kalmar Industries Oy, DHL, Securitas and Kauko-Telko Oy. Meridian is now firmly established as one of the world's leading publishers of promotional yearbooks, handbooks and directories for a wide range of clients in the maritime and civil aviation sectors. |
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First quarter touchdown at Houston Airport SystemA new edition of Airport Review™, focusing on the latest developments at the Houston Airport System, has touched down at the world's sixth-largest airport system. The 48-page book showcases in full-colour the newly unveiled Houston Airport System Master Plan for Bush Intercontinental Airport – the city's main international gateway – as well as in-depth features on Houston's two other commercial airports including passenger and air cargo development. Coverage is also given to the airport system's wider role in the international aviation community through the HAS Development Corporation consultancy and to Houston's pro-business and tourism development outlook. Airport Review™, published by Meridian Publications Ltd, adds a special dimension to any gateway's marketing message through a combination of quality editorial, photographs and graphics, informing potential customers and the existing aviation community on the latest developments. |
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Fresh view of Finland's "Friendly Port"The Friendly Port of Kotka has taken delivery of its full colour 2006 handbook, produced exclusively for the port authority Kotkan Satama Oy by Meridian Publications Ltd, the UK's specialist handbook, yearbook and directory publishers. Located in south-east Finland on the Gulf of Finland, Kotka is the country's second largest general port and the second busiest car port. A key gateway between the markets of Europe, Russia and the CIS, Kotka is strategically located to further build on its success as a logistics hub and the new handbook outlines the plans of the dynamic and competitive port. The latest 68-page edition also includes coverage on many of the major members of Kotka's maritime and commercial community including Oy Hacklin Hamiko Ltd, Steveco, Royal Vopak, Stella Naves Oy Ltd, VR Cargo, Oiltanking Sonmarin Oy, RP Group, Finnlines, Saimaa Lines, Kalmar Industries Oy, TNT Logistics and Securitas. In addition to port yearbooks, port handbooks and port directories, Meridian's UK based team produces high-impact websites for firms in the maritime sector. Other productions include a range of airport yearbooks, airport handbooks and airport directories; airline yearbooks and directories; and specialist anniversary yearbooks and project reviews for airports, airlines, seaports and airport/port consultancy firms. |
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Maritime gateways to Sweden's commercial heartlandThe twin Ports of Västerås and Köping – operated by Port authority Mälarhamnar AB – have launched their new Handbook & Directory. Produced for Mälarhamnar AB by UK-based specialist publishers Meridian Publications Ltd, this glossy publication highlights the role played by the twin ports in support of Sweden's industrial heartland. Coverage on many of the major members of the Port and Business communities is included within its 48 full colour pages. In addition to port yearbooks, port handbooks and port directories, Meridian's UK based team produces high-impact websites for firms in the maritime sector. In the field of civil aviation, Meridian publishes the highly acclaimed Airport Review™ magazine, a well-proven and highly effective tool for promoting an airport's services to an international audience of aviation decision-makers. |
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Houston Airport System adds Spanish editionMeridian Publications Ltd, the UK based handbook, yearbook and directory publishers, has produced a Spanish-language edition of Airport Review™ for the Houston Airport System. The new 32-page book includes coverage of Bush Intercontinental's new Federal Inspection Services building – capable of processing up to 4,500 passengers an hour – which forms part of the $3.9 billion Capital Improvement Program (CIP) taking place at the Houston Airport System. The new publication will be a prime marketing tool for the airport system, which exports its expertise to the worldwide aviation community through the activities of the Houston Airport System Development Corporation. Meridian has long experience of delivering multi-lingual editions of projects, including Spanish, Arabic, French, Icelandic and Mandarin Chinese. Products include high-impact websites, a range of airport yearbooks, airport handbooks and airport directories; airline yearbooks and directories; and specialist anniversary yearbooks and project reviews for airports, airlines, seaports and airport/port consultancy firms. |
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AAAE inauguration for Sea-Tac Airport Review™Bigger is better for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with the launch of the 2005 edition of the Sea-Tac Airport Review™. This expanded 72-page glossy publication brings developments at the Pacific Northwest's prime gateway right up to date, with a special focus on the airport's multimillion dollar Central Terminal Expansion project and the latest on the third runway program. This lastest Sea-Tac Airport Review™ was published to coincide with the 77th Annual AAAE Conference and Exposition, held on May 1-4, 2005 at the Washington State Convention and Trade Center in Seattle, Washington. The event, hosted by Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, focused around the theme of "Taking to Tomorrow’s Skies" and attracted more than 3,000 members of the international aviation community. In addition to Airport Review™, Meridian's UK based team produces a range of high quality handbooks, yearbooks and directories, a well-proven and highly effective way of promoting an airport's services to an international audience of aviation decision-makers. Through a combination of quality editorial, photographs and graphics, these publications add a special dimension to the marketing message, informing potential customers as well as keeping the existing airport community in touch with developments. Aviation clients include Houston Airport System, Kuwait Airport, Göteborg-Landvetter Airport, Prague-Ruzyne Airport, St Lucia Air & Sea Ports Authority and Bangkok Airways. Meridian also provides award-winning editorial, public relations, contract publishing and internet services to a range of corporate clients in the publishing, maritime, transportation, engineering and food safety industries. |
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Successful launch for Port of Pori HandbookFinnish gateway The Port of Pori has taken delivery of its new handbook, produced exclusively for Porin Satama by specialist yearbook, handbook and directory publishers Meridian Publications Ltd. Located in Western Finland, Pori is ranked the country's fifth busiest container port and sixth largest general port. The new handbook outlines the story of Pori from its origins as a trading settlement in the 10th century right through to the dynamic and competitive port of today. The full colour edition also includes coverage on many of the major members of the Port community who bring strength in depth to the Port's operations such as Oy Hacklin Ltd, Finnish Chemicals Oy, OMG Harjavalta Nickel Oy, VR Cargo , West Tank Oy, Satakunta Centre for Maritime Studies, ME Group, Technip Offshore Finland Oy, Roadway Transport Hällström Oy and Kuljetusliike Kalevi Huhtala Oy. In addition to port yearbooks, port handbooks and port directories, Meridian's UK based team produces high-impact websites for firms in the maritime sector. In the field of civil aviation, Meridian publishes the highly acclaimed Airport Review™ magazine, a well-proven and highly effective tool for promoting an airport's services to an international audience of aviation decision-makers. Other productions include a range of airport yearbooks, airport handbooks and airport directories; airline yearbooks and directories; and specialist anniversary yearbooks and project reviews for airports, airlines, seaports and airport/port consultancy firms. |
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All Weather Terminal cements Port of Kokkola's Finnish FirstEurope's largest All Weather Terminal (AWT) has been inaugurated at The Port of Kokkola in Western Finland, ranked among the country's busiest ports and one of the largest along the Gulf of Bothnia. The new AWT – constructed at a cost of €20m ($26.4m) and the first such facility in Scandinavia – was officially opened at a gala ceremony on January 31, 2005 by Finland's transport Minister Leena Luhtanen (view image). The inauguration was attended by local dignitaries, port customers and port staff along with journalists from the Finnish and international media. At 132m long, 62m wide and 35m high, the AWT can receive, load and discharge vessels up to 9500dwt at its enclosed dock area which is 125m in length and 25m wide. The terminal is primarily designed to cater for weather-sensitive cargoes (view 6MB Quicktime movie) – timber, metals and general cargo – that make up a high proportion of traffic through Kokkola. It forms part of a pan-European AWT network which also includes the Waterland Terminal at the Port of Amsterdam. The concept behind the AWT, and the Port's future aspirations, are highlighted in the official 56-page publication Kokkola – a Port for Tomorrow, Today, produced for the Port Authority of Kokkola by specialist transportation publisher Meridian Publications Ltd. Launched to coincide with the official opening, the publication outlines the AWT's story from inception to completion in high-quality editorial and pictures. Also included are in-depth features on economic development and tourism opportunities across the region, plus reports on major companies active at the Port of Kokkola, such as Oy M. Rauanheimo Ab, Backman-Trummer Oy Ab, OMG Kokkola Chemicals Oy, New Boliden Zinc, Kemira Oyj, Rolls-Royce Kamewa waterjets and Fortum Oil. |
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New Arrival at Houston Airport SystemThe latest edition of Airport Review™ – focusing on developments at the Houston Airport System – has been launched. The 64-page book was published to coincide with the opening of the new International Arrivals Building (IAB) at Bush Intercontinental Airport, the city's main air gateway, on January 15, 2005. The IAB facility – part of a $3.9 billion Capital Improvement Program (CIP) taking place at the Houston Airport System – is capable of processing up to 4,500 passengers an hour and covers 784,000 sq. ft. on three levels. View official press release (50KB PDF) from Houston Airport System. In addition to the IAB development, Airport Review™ showcases the range of CIP projects and the Houston Airport System Master Plan, along with features on the passenger and air cargo scene, and Houston's commercial and tourism development potential. Airport Review™, published by Meridian Publications Ltd, adds a special dimension to any gateway's marketing message through a combination of quality editorial, photographs and graphics, informing potential customers and the existing aviation community on the latest developments. |
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New Yearbook for Czech Airports AuthorityPrague-Ruzyne International Airport – gateway to the Czech Republic – has taken delivery of its new 2004/2005 Yearbook. The 64-page full colour publication is packed with the latest news on the exciting developments at Prague Airport, including the forthcoming terminal expansion program project EUropa. The Prague Airport Yearbook was produced for the Czech Airports Authority/Ceska sprava letist, s.p. by Meridian Publications Ltd. In addition to yearbooks, handbooks and directories, Meridian's UK based team produces the highly acclaimed Airport Review™, a well-proven and highly effective tool for promoting an airport's services to an international audience of aviation decision-makers. |
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Bangkok Airways earns top award for customer serviceMeridian client Bangkok Airways, "Asia's Boutique Airline", has received an Airline Excellence Award in the Skytrax Airline of the Year 2004 survey for its top-flight customer service quality standards. The prestigious Skytrax award, in the Asia (Regional Airline) category, recognized the outstanding customer service standards achieved by Bangkok Airways, underscoring the airline's philosophy that product and service are important to all passengers across the airport and onboard environment. The accolade is the result of Bangkok Airways' "three-in-one" strategy, implemented in conjunction with the airline's repositioning as Asia's Boutique Airline. This focuses on front-line service and an "across-the-board" premium service level for all passengers. According to Skytrax: "The airline was singled out for the depth and consistency of its customer services and their realisation that the product and service is important to all passengers, not just the premium customers." Meridian Publications Ltd. is publisher of the Bangkok Airways 36th Anniversary Yearbook which was released in February 2004 at the airline's star-studded birthday gala. The 36th anniversary is a significant milestone in Thailand, marking three 12-year lunar cycles in business for the award-winning airline.
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Meridian exhibits at 13th ACI-NA Annual Conference & ExhibitionBusiness-to-business publisher Meridian Publications Ltd. exhibited at the 13th ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition, held from September 19 - 22, 2004 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, Texas. This prestigious event, this year focused around the theme "AIRPORTS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL AND TRADE", saw the company showcasing its latest aviation publications and services including the latest edition of Airport Review™. It was announced at the show that Houston Airport System would host a new edition of Airport Review™, launching in January 2005. Meridian provides of award-winning editorial, public relations, contract publishing and internet services to a range of corporate clients in the aviation, maritime, publishing, transportation, engineering and food safety industries. |
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Meridian launches new flagship titleBusiness-to-business publisher Meridian Publications Ltd. has expanded its aviation portfolio with the launch of Airport Review™. Each issue of this glossy 64-page Review is focused on the latest developments at a specific airport. Host for the launch issue was Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, with publication timed to coincide with the opening of the airport's multimillion dollar South Terminal Expansion Project. In addition to Airport Review™, Meridian's UK based team produces a range of high quality handbooks, yearbooks and directories, a well-proven and highly effective way of promoting an airport's services to an international audience of aviation decision-makers. Through a combination of quality editorial, photographs and graphics, these publications add a special dimension to the marketing message, informing potential customers as well as keeping the existing airport community in touch with developments. Aviation clients include Kuwait Airport, Göteborg-Landvetter Airport, Prague-Ruzyne Airport, St Lucia Air & Sea Ports Authority and Bangkok Airways. Meridian also provides award-winning editorial, public relations, contract publishing and internet services to a range of corporate clients in the publishing, maritime, transportation, engineering and food safety industries. |
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New Editor-in-Chief AppointedBusiness-to-business publisher Meridian Publications Ltd. has appointed aviation specialist writer Graham Newton to head up its aviation division. Graham is a former editor of the IATA magazine, Airlines International. He has also been editor of airline info tech, a magazine specializing in aviation technology, associate editor of Airport World, official magazine of the Airports Council International, and launch editor of World Gateway, a magazine specializing in airport/destination reports. A highly experienced aviation writer, Graham is European contributor to Ground Support magazine as well as other aviation titles. |
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Allsafe® Distance Learning CoursesMeridian Publications has been awarded the contract to publish the Allsafe® range of Distance Learning Courses for Advanced Food Safety Ltd. The brand leader in food safety distance learning courses, Allsafe's food hygiene courses have all been certificated by the UK Royal Institute of Public Health. Other products include the HACCP Pack for developing customised GMP, HACCP system and records, food safety signage and employee training aids. Advanced Food Safety Ltd (AFSL), based in Wigan, north-west England, retails the English-language editions of these courses throughout the UK and Europe, with other language versions marketed through AFSL's associate companies in international markets. Full details available from Advanced Food Safety Ltd. |
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Medway Ports 2004 Handbook AvailableThe 2004 Edition of the Medway Ports Handbook & Directory has been launched. Produced exclusively for Medway Ports by specialist yearbook, handbook and directory publishers Meridian Publications, the full colour 2004 edition brings the story of the highly dynamic ports on the Medway – the Port of Sheerness and Chatham Docks, both part of the Mersey Docks Group – right up to date. In addition to covering the main traffics handled for which the Medway Ports are prime UK gateways – fresh produce, forest products and vehicles – the latest 60-page Handbook also features in-depth profiles on many of the other privately owned and operated facilities on the Rivers Medway and Swale. |
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Bangkok Airways 36th Anniversary Yearbook launchedThe Bangkok Airways 36th Anniversary Yearbook, produced exclusively for the carrier by specialist publishers Meridian Publications of the UK, has been launched at a star-studded gala celebration in Bangkok. The prestigious publication was unveiled during the airline's 36th Birthday celebrations, the event being attended by more than 1000 VIP guests from the world of politics, aviation and the media. With its quality editorial, photographs and graphics, the Bangkok Airways 36th Anniversary Yearbook is a showcase for the operations of the fast growing carrier – following its repositioning as "Asia's Boutique Airline" – adding a special dimension to its marketing message, informing potential customers and the existing aviation community on the latest developments. |
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Port of Hamina Handbook builds on strong reputationThe latest Port of Hamina Handbook, published for Haminan Satama Oy by specialist yearbook and directory publishers Meridian Publications Ltd, has arrived. The 60 page edition highlights the developments underway at the Port, located in one of Finland's fastest growing regions, underscoring its position as place of action and opportunity. It also includes features on Hamina as a logistics and distribution hub, its multimodal facilities, Freeport, and healthy industrial base. |
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Kuwait Airport celebrates 75th Anniversary of Civil AviationKuwait International Airport has celebrated the 75th Anniversary of Civil Aviation in Kuwait with a prestigious new 5th Edition of its Yearbook, produced exclusively for the airport by specialist publishers Meridian Publications Ltd. The 256 page dual-language (English/Arabic) hardback was showcased for the first time at the 3-day Routes 2003 aviation conference, held in Edinburgh, Scotland and attended by 1,000 delegates from around the world. Featuring high-quality editorial, photographs and graphics – all tailored to client Directorate General of Civil Aviation's exacting requirements – the full colour 75th Anniversary Yearbook is a prime marketing tool for the airport, highlighting the developments taking place to position the gateway as a hub in the northern Arabian Gulf. Copies are available direct from the DGCA's Public Relations & Media Division. |
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SLASPA takes delivery of latest editionSt. Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority (SLASPA) has taken delivery of the latest edition of its Handbook & Directory, published by Meridian Publications. Covering developments at all the Caribbean island's air and sea gateways – Hewanorra Airport, George F.L. Charles Airport, Castries Port and Vieux Fort Port – the handbook contains major features on St. Lucia's tourism opportunities and cruise facilities, as well as SLASPA's vision for future success. |
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New Handbook for Port of HafnarfjördurThe latest version of the Port of Hafnarfjordur Handbook & Directory has been published for port authority Hafnarfjardarhöfn by Meridian Publications. This latest edition is the first to be published in dual-languge format (Icelandic/English) and covers the range of ongoing developments at the port, including the multi-million kronor expansion of the Nordubakki (North Quay) zone, as well as tourism and business development opportunities in and around the Hafnarfjordur area. |
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