European Edge firm AtlasEdge is planning to develop data centers in Portugal The company this week announced its entry into the Portuguese market with the acquisition of two adjacent sites in Lisbon that will deliver more than 20MW of IT load a highly strategic destination in close proximity to Carcavelos the landing point for multiple subsea cables The company has broken ground on at least one of the sites but timelines for launch weren't shared AtlasEdge said it plans to invest more than €500 million ($534m) in the projects “Our entry into the Portuguese market provides us with a key foothold in one of Europe’s emerging tech hubs and a market where demand for capacity is rapidly outstripping supply,” said Giuliano Di Vitantonio “The progress we have made to date has been remarkable and our push into the Lisbon market represents a continuation of our bold and agile approach.” a newly-announced proprietary design AtlasEdge has developed that uses a mix of modular construction The company said AgileEdge facilities are designed to flexibly support high-density deployments – in any room The sites will be able to recover and reuse waste heat AtlasEdge was formed as a joint venture between telecoms company Liberty Global and digital infrastructure fund DigitalBridge in 2021 using facilities from Liberty’s telecoms companies and DigitalBridge’s European Edge assets Digital Realty has since invested in the company “This is a hugely encouraging development for our municipality and one which is a testament to our growing reputation as a trusted partner to international technology businesses,” said Isaltino Morais “During our early conversations with the AtlasEdge team we were impressed by their clear commitment towards being a good neighbour and we look forward to collaborating with them on delivering an outstanding facility that benefits the wider community.” Data Centre Dynamics Ltd (DCD), 32-38 Saffron Hill, London, EC1N 8FH Email. [email protected]DCD is a subsidiary of InfraXmedia Hotelier Middle East Home » People » Leaders in hospitality: 10 City Hotel general managers up for a Hotelier Award a city hotel general manager plays a crucial role in driving success and elevating the guest experience These leaders excel in navigating the unique challenges of city hotels and innovative guest experiences is always high they shape not only the reputation of their hotels but also contribute to the vibrancy and appeal of the cities they serve The Hotelier Middle East Awards 2024 celebrates these outstanding individuals in the City General Manager of the Year category recognising their remarkable achievements and impact Meet the top GMs who are setting new standards in urban hospitality and vying for this prestigious award Aldert van Zyl has made a significant impact since opening the Radisson Blu Hotel Riyadh Convention & Exhibition Centre in March 2023 His leadership drove the hotel to exceed revenue expectations achieving a strong GOP and boosting market penetration van Zyl’s innovative approach includes launching a successful outside catering division and creating unique meeting spaces like a podcast room His commitment to quality and sustainability is reflected in top rankings on Booking.com and rigorous brand audits positioning the hotel as a leader in Riyadh’s hospitality market Andy Cuthbert has elevated Jumeirah Creekside Hotel to new heights with over four decades of experience in the industry his leadership has consistently driven record-breaking revenue growth and high occupancy rates maintaining an average of 85 percent over the past year Cuthbert’s focus on team building and guest satisfaction has resulted in exceptional service standards and customer satisfaction He has led property restructuring initiatives and fostered young talent through his role as president of the Emirates Culinary Guild Cuthbert’s commitment to sustainability and female empowerment further sets him apart as a visionary leader in Dubai’s hospitality scene multi-property general manager at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre oversees multiple properties and 29 F&B outlets His strategic vision has propelled operational excellence resulting in high guest satisfaction and increased Marriott Bonvoy enrollments Wehbe’s dedication to employee engagement is evident through comprehensive training programs and mentorship initiatives He has also driven significant sustainability efforts earning Green Key certification for five properties and developing an organic garden at Le Méridien Dubai His commitment to community impact and sustainability has strengthened the hotel’s reputation making a positive difference in both the hospitality industry and local communities Gerrit Gräf has set new standards in luxury hospitality since becoming the multi-property general manager of JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai in September 2023 the hotel achieved record-breaking revenue milestones including the highest total revenue and room revenue in 2023 Gräf’s focus on sustainability led to the installation of compost machines significantly reducing the hotel’s carbon footprint He also drove strategic F&B campaigns that boosted revenue Gräf’s visionary approach to hotel renovations and new venue launches has positioned JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai as a leader in the region’s hospitality landscape with nearly 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality has consistently driven excellence at Shangri-La Dubai surpassing revenue and EBITDA targets for 2023 Ozel has also spearheaded sustainable practices eliminating single-use plastics and enhancing customer experience initiatives such as the ‘Picture Perfect Room’ concept have generated significant incremental revenue solidifying Shangri-La Dubai’s reputation as a top-tier luxury destination in the Middle East Hans Schiller has transformed Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences into one of the brand’s most profitable hotels in the Arab Peninsula & Turkey region His strategic leadership brought the hotel to a positive operating profit for the first time in three years Schiller has also focused on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace by establishing dedicated lounges and offering monthly spa services He prioritised mental health by partnering with a mental health app and his employee engagement initiatives have strengthened team cohesion the hotel has gained industry recognition for diversity cluster general manager overseeing Vida Emirates Hills Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club has consistently driven his hotels to excel in quality scores with Vida Dubai Marina & Yacht Club achieving the top position on TripAdvisor among four-star hotels in Dubai His commitment to sustainability is evident in his initiatives to reduce single-use plastic and his leadership in securing Green Key certifications for five properties His strategic approach to brand standards and operational excellence has positioned Vida Emirates Hills as the pilot hotel for the brand driving overachievement of financial goals and enhancing guest experiences across the portfolio is a seasoned leader with over three decades of experience in the hospitality industry His strategic vision has repositioned the hotel Lippuner has spearheaded numerous initiatives including opening new dining venues and renovating key hotel areas enhancing both guest experience and profitability His commitment to sustainability is reflected in the reduction of single-use plastics and the installation of compost machines Lippuner’s leadership extends to championing women in leadership and fostering a collaborative setting new benchmarks in luxury hospitality recently appointed area director of operations for the Middle East and CIS at Taj Hotels has led the hotel to remarkable achievements including an increase in occupancy and revenue Tiwari’s strategic insights have driven sustainable practices such as eliminating single-use plastics and introducing innovative F&B concepts including a successful pop-up at Expo 2020 His focus on employee well-being has fostered a positive work environment and his commitment to excellence has positioned Taj Dubai as a leading luxury hotel in the region has established the hotel as a leading force in the region’s hospitality sector through his innovative and dynamic leadership SLS Dubai made history by participating in COP28 UAE showcasing its commitment to sustainability on a global stage He has implemented comprehensive recycling and waste management programs significantly reducing the hotel’s carbon footprint Wadama has also driven the hotel’s reputation as a lifestyle brand hosting high-profile events and securing recognition in global awards His passion for nurturing talent and fostering industry collaboration has made a lasting impact on both SLS Dubai and the wider hospitality community The Hotelier Middle East Awards 2024 ceremony is set to take place on Wednesday September 18 at The Ritz-Carlton DIFC in 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market (...) with strong demand for data center capacity." AtlasEdge's facilities "will be 100% powered by renewable energy and will have zero water waste" "Our entry into the Portuguese market provides us with a key position in one of the European markets of emerging technology hubs and a market where demand for capacity is quickly outpacing supply" “Strategic investments like this are only possible by leveraging our combined experience and valuable customer relationships and that is precisely what we have been doing since we launched AtlasEdge” “the progress we have made to date has been remarkable and our entry into the Lisbon market represents a continuation of our bold and agile approach,” he adds The market entry announced today "further consolidates AtlasEdge's considerable presence in Europe which now spans 20 different metropolitan areas in 13 countries," according to the company highlights that "this is an extremely encouraging development" for the municipality and "is proof (...) of the (...) growing reputation as a reliable partner for companies technology internationals" "The foreign direct investment by the company AtlasEdge (from the United Kingdom) in the construction of a 'data center' is part of AICEP's efforts to attract more investment in telecommunications infrastructure and data logistics to Portugal positioning the country as a 'tech hub' in Europe" the president of the Agency for Investment and Foreign Trade of Portugal (AICEP) The investment "is a cause and effect of Portugal's success in the dual-energy and digital transition 'Renewable electricity + CLS (Cable Landing Stations) & Data Centers (DC) = Data Economy' is a formula for intensive investments in technology and capital increasing productivity and paying higher salaries" This is "part of a dynamic with investments in transoceanic connectivity (EllaLink in the corresponding terrestrial connectivity for the European hinterland (such as by Exa infrastructure or Colt Technology Services) and expansion of Interconnection Centers (such as Equinix) or other 'data centers' (such as Start - Sines Transatlantic Renewable & Technology Campus)" AICEP "is working to attract foreign investments to Portugal in the data economy investments leveraged by national bets on the dual energy and digital transition" and "investments that catapult us into a new economy with more value creation and better salaries for employees Portuguese" We appreciate that not everyone can afford to pay for our services but if you are able to we ask you to support The Portugal News by making a contribution – no matter how small You can change how much you give or cancel your contributions at any time Send us your comments or opinion on this article Reaching over 400,000 people a week with news about Portugal This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page This season’s IKF Korfball Champions League Satellite Final has its champion: the German Schweriner KC after winning this final event that took place during the last 3 days in Türkiye four club teams were competing in Antalya – Kemer for this European trophy the German team won all the games and raised the derserved trophy CCCD Carnaxide from Portugal ended in 2nd place Yildiz Technical University ended in last place with an exciting final game against Carnaxide that was decided by a golden goal The German Schweriner KC and the Portuguese CCCD Carnaxide from Portugal ended in 2nd and 3rd place at the IKF Korfball Champions League Round 1-A and qualified for this event the French FJEP Bonson (2nd) and SKK Prievidza Dolphins from Slovakia (3rd) also qualified for this event but the reserve teams replaced these qualified teams that unfortunately withdrew from competition at this late stage Yildiz Technical University KT and Kocaeli University SC KT from Türkiye were the other contenders in this exciting final event hosted by the Developing Sports Federation of Türkiye The other two KCL Finals are next week’s Challenger Final in Lisbon (26-28/1/2024), with also 4 teams competing, and the big KCL Final in February (7-10/2/2024) with the best 5 teams participating With this win, Schweriner KC follow the steps of the last champion NC Benfica and raises this year’s Satellite trophy! You can review and watch all games again on youtube.com/ikfchannel and www.worldkorfball.sport UPDATE 28/1/2024: Image gallery here Day 2 of the IKF Champions League Satellite Final saw intense competition and shifting standings in Antalya We had two more matches today in which the four teams vying for the trophy battled it out in two thrilling matches The first match of the day saw Schweriner KC from Germany take on CCCD Carnaxide from Portugal. In a closely contested game, Schweriner KC won with a 22-15 score Their strong defense and accurate shooting proved too much for Carnaxide Schweriner’s No.24 Lucas Witthaus and CCCD Carnaxide’s David FalcÃo shared the honors with 6 goals each securing their first points of the tournament the standings after Day 2 are as follows: Schweriner KC (6 points 1 loss) and Yildiz Tecnical University (0 points Exciting Matches Ahead | What to Watch for on Day 3 With the top three teams separated by just three points the final day promises even more excitement Can Schweriner KC maintain their 100%-win record and secure the trophy Will CCCD Carnaxide and Kocaeli University SC battle it out for second place Can Yildiz Technical University find their winning form Tune in tomorrow for Day 3 of the IKF Champions League Satellite Final and witness the culmination of this thrilling tournament The opening day of the IKF Champions League Satellite Final proved to be a challenging one for the Turkish representatives as both Yildiz University and Kocaeli University fell to defeat in their respective matches Yıldız Teknik University took on the German powerhouse Schweriner Korfball Club but the Germans soon found their rhythm and began to pull away Schweriner Korfball Club had established a comfortable 6-12 lead The second half saw Yildiz University fight back with determination, but they were unable to close the gap. The final score was 22-14 in favor of Schweriner Korfball Club Schweriner’s Anna Goepfert top scored in the match with 9 goals There is still plenty of korfball action to come at the Satellite Final over the next few days Day 2 of the IKF Champions League Satellite Final promises to be another exciting day of korfball action with two more matches scheduled: CCCD Carnaxide vs Fans can keep up with all the action on IKF YouTube, World Korfball and our social media channels *Click on the top-right icon ≣ to view all games scheduled All fans around the world were to watch and follow these tournaments live on youtube.com/ikfchannel and on www.worldkorfball.sport (with live results and streams as well as on social media on the hashtags #KCL and #korfball You can find all this content and much more visiting the following official @IKFKCL profiles (click on the icons) as well as the main IKF main profiles (see below): Lisbon site is the most efficient in Portugal Portuguese telecoms operator and media company NOS has opened a new data center in Carnaxide set adjacent to the 18-year old Imopolis I data center of which 410 square meters (4,413 sq ft) is technical floor space - with the possibility of expanding that to 630 square meters (6,781 sq ft) The facility features N+1 emergency generators and two UPS systems The site uses integrated free-cooling and redundant “The new data center is the most modern and efficient in Portugal and will increase the company’s capability to support its business activity and to provide service to its business customers in two areas that require data storage and which are seeing exponential growth: cloud and data analytics services,” Jorge Graça NOS will be increasing its installed capacity for data storage and related business services by 50 percent with more new generation infrastructure to be announced soon.” The company plans to spend €10 million ($12.7m) each year on data center upgrades Data Centre Dynamics Ltd (DCD), 32-38 Saffron Hill, London, EC1N 8FH Email. [email protected]DCD is a subsidiary of InfraXmedia The first two event of the IKF Korfball Champions League 2023-24 have been played last weekend 14 teams competed for 2 places in the IKF Korfball Champions League Round 2 and 4 places in the IKF Korfball Champions League Satellite Final   6 teams competed against each other in a round-robin format CK Vallparadís from Catalonia and Schweriner KC from Germany won their first three matches and faced each other on the final day in what was the expected deciding match for the ranking of positions one and two but Vallparadis turned things around and took over the initiative in Q3 with a three-goal gap but Vallparadis secured their win by a very close 15-14 end score The team ended the tournament with a win over CCCD Carnaxide and thus qualified for the IKF Korfball Champions League Round 2 Schweriner KC and CCCD Carnaxide qualified for the IKF Korfball Champions League Satellite Final by claiming the second and third place Yildiz Teknik Üniversitelilier became fourth and 1908 SZAC Budapest completed the ranking on sixth place   but Koceali University Sport Club participated out of competition they could not get a team complete due to VISA issues The team’s athletes that travelled to Cardiff were complemented by local players Group A winner Clube de Corfebol de Oeiras defeated Cardiff City & Met KC (number 2 group B) in the semi-final Bonson defeated SKK Prievidza Dolphins (winner Group B) in their semi-final Clube Corfebol de Oeiras proved to be the strongest competitor in the event The match for third place decided which team would claim the last qualification spot for the IKF KCL Satellite Final Cardiff City & Met KC and the Dolphins were a great match for each other The ranking was completed by Tornadoes Korfball Club Academy (fifth place) The IKF Korfball Champions League Round 2 will be organised in Marki The IKF Korfball Champions League Satellite Final will be organised 18-20 January in Antalya     All fans around the world are able to watch and follow these tournaments live on youtube.com/ikfchannel and on www.worldkorfball.sport (with live results and streams You can find all this content and much more visiting the official @IKFKCL profiles (click on the icons bellow) QUICK ACCESS TO ALL INFO:  korfball.sport/KCL ► facebook.com/korfball.org ► twitter.com/korfball ► instagram.com/korfball_org ► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport By @ikfkcl & @joaomartins.25 | @whois.desko | @_.lucasf._ | @_el._.le._ | @_pacheco.25 (on Instagram) OBRAMAT has just opened its first store in Portugal.  The new unit located in the commercial area of ​​Alfragide represents an investment of 18 million euros and marks the company's debut in the national market after consolidating its presence in Spain with 37 stores The construction and renovation materials company will soon launch a professional academy to train new talent and encourage careers in the construction sector as explained in the statement sent to newsrooms This initiative aims to meet the growing need for qualified labour and stimulate entrepreneurship in the area “OBRAMAT Alfragide is positioned as the company's largest warehouse and will provide more than 20 thousand references from the best brands structured into nine large sections: construction materials “OBRAMAT is arriving in Portugal at a key moment when the construction and renovation sector is booming We want to meet this demand appropriately and offer professionals in the sector a place that brings together everything they need Home » Saudi Arabia » Saudi’s biggest hospitality stories of the week This week has seen significant updates in Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector From highlighting top culinary directors to celebrating exceptional city hotel general managers this week’s hospitality news covers industry excellence Key updates include new appointments at Red Sea Global and Hyatt and development plans for the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve The Avenues – Riyadh and Radisson’s expansion plans underscore Vision 2030’s ambitious goals while the Saudi Vision 2030 Powerlist recognises leaders driving the Kingdom’s transformation Discover the latest updates impacting Saudi Arabia’s hospitality and tourism landscape The Hotelier Middle East Awards 2024 will spotlight exceptional Culinary Directors making waves in the industry Director of Culinary Arts at The Ritz-Carlton Stirrup’s empathetic leadership and expertise in luxury dining have set a benchmark for excellence His ability to manage complex operations while ensuring high standards has greatly enhanced the resort’s culinary reputation Also on the list are Alexander Moser from Emaar Hospitality Group and Deivid Paiva at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island The Hotelier Middle East Awards 2024 will honour exceptional City Hotel General Managers Hans Schiller of Hilton Riyadh has transformed the hotel into one of the brand’s most profitable in the region enhancing profitability and employee engagement with initiatives focused on diversity and mental health has driven significant revenue growth and sustainability efforts including reducing single-use plastics and promoting women in leadership each recognised for their leadership and impact in urban hospitality blending traditional Chinese flavours with modern techniques His day starts with exercise and meticulous planning followed by addressing emails and team briefings He inspects ingredient deliveries and oversees dinner service with precision Each evening concludes with a review of reservations and ensuring high standards underscores his dedication to excellence and commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences Red Sea Global Hospitality has appointed Carla Puverel as general manager for Shebara their upcoming luxury resort opening in 2024 Puverel has previously managed high-profile resorts in the Maldives situated on Sheybarah Island in Al Wajh Lagoon will feature 73 villas and can be accessed by boat or seaplane Puverel’s extensive experience in hotel management and dedication to excellence are expected to drive the resort’s success Saudi Arabia’s Labour Law will be amended in February 2025 aligning with Vision 2030 and international standards The changes include updates to wage regulations such as extending maternity leave to 12 weeks and introducing paid leave for sibling deaths and overtime compensation New policies will require employer training programs and there will be penalties for unlicensed recruitment These updates aim to enhance job stability The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve Development Authority has unveiled an Integrated Development Management Plan for the reserve spanning 24,500 sq km in north-west Saudi Arabia The plan includes sustainable resort development species reintroduction—such as the Arabian oryx and leopard—and ecosystem restoration the plan aims to enhance global conservation efforts and support Saudi Arabia’s 2060 net zero goal will benefit from new conservation techniques and local ranger teams Kozhaya Tannous has been appointed general manager of Nova M Hotel Olaya Riyadh Tannous has held key roles across the Middle East His recent role as acting GM at Centro Salama in Jeddah involved significant achievements in pre-opening and operations and strategic planning to ensure high service standards this SAR17.2 billion (US$4.586 billion) development will feature three Hilton hotels—Waldorf Astoria and Conrad Hotel—alongside residential and office towers The project will include a major commercial mall aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 by boosting tourism and creating over 20,000 jobs Pace and Shomoul Holding Company are leading the development Hyatt has appointed Jean-Francois Durand and Juan Paolo Alfonso as general managers for its new Red Sea resorts the largest of 11 planned hotels in the development while Alfonso will manage Miraval The Red Sea Both resorts are set to open by the end of 2025 recently led Hyatt Regency Aqaba Ayla in Jordan The Middle East’s hospitality scene is expanding with notable new openings in 2024 Hilton Al Khobar King Fahd Causeway and Nujuma Hilton Al Khobar offers high-quality amenities in Al Khobar City while Nujuma is the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Middle East featuring luxurious villas on a private island Other notable openings include Vida Marina Resort Marassi contributing to the region’s dynamic hotel landscape Hotelier’s Chef Power List for 2024 highlights top culinary talents across the Middle East Executive Pastry Chef at Hilton Riyadh Hotel & Residences have been recognised for their exceptional contributions Alaraj is noted for his innovative dining concepts and sustainability efforts while Shaffee excels in pastry arts with a rich portfolio of accolades Other notable chefs on the list include influential figures from diverse culinary backgrounds The Saudi General Entertainment Authority (GEA) has introduced branding guidelines for the 94th Saudi National Day on September 23 under the slogan “We Dream and Achieve.” The theme highlights major projects like Diriyah and The LINE The GEA advises all organisations to use the approved branding and download the identity guide from their website for correct logo usage and marketing materials the Saudi Vision 2030 Powerlist for 2024 features 30 leaders instrumental in transforming Saudi Arabia into a leading global tourism destination these leaders are steering major projects that align with Vision 2030’s goals This list highlights key figures such as Reem Garrash of Shada Hotels and Jerry Inzerillo of Diriyah Gate Development Authority who are driving Saudi Arabia’s transformation into a global tourism hub drives the company’s growth in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 His leadership has expanded Radisson’s footprint in key Saudi cities and major projects like Radisson RED at Diriyah Gate Radisson aims to double its portfolio to 80 properties by 2026 and create 4,000 jobs winner of the Eurovision 2017 Song Contest Sobral was in Lisbon’s Santa Cruz en Carnaxide hospital suffering from a grievous condition The singer has had cardiac problems for some time The news was made public on TV7 Dias station which reported that Sobral is hooked up to a machine which helps him to breathe and also works his heart In this manner Sobral is continuously monitored as was the case two days ago when he was admitted to hospital for treatment Sobral’s Eurovision win had been emotional for many who followed the contest in Kiev He had won the 62nd edition of the festival with the song Amor Pelos Dois Sobral won over his audiences when they got to know his story The Portuguese singer could not take part in all the rehearsals for the contest because of his heart condition Sobral sang with her in the Eurovision contest