Audi Jordan drives 2011 World Economic Forum

Press release

Published October 19th, 2011 - 09:09 GMT

Al Bawaba

From October 21 to 23, the world’s leaders are coming together at the World Economic Forum at the Dead Sea in Jordan to talk about a better future – and Audi is talking them there. As the exclusive shuttle partner for the event, the Company is deploying a total of seventeen Audi A8 L models and on Audi A6.

Building on its strategic partnership from previous years, Audi Centre Jordan represented by Nuqul Automotive continues to be the official carrier for the World Economic Forum in 2011.

The Forum is scheduled to take place at the Dead Sea. The World Economic Forum is committed to improving the state of the world by engaging business, political, academic and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. The Forum special meeting in Jordan will focus on economic growth and job creation in the Arab world. Featuring state-of-the art engines and technologies, the Audi fleet will shuttle VIP attendees to and from the venue in a luxurious as well CO2 and fuel efficient manner.

Mr. Marwan Nuqul, CEO of Nuqul Automotive, said : “ Audi Centre Jordan is proud to be the official carrier for the World Economic Forum . It is an important addition to Jordan’s portfolio of significant event5s and we are glad to be supporting its valuable cause.”

Ms. Danielle Boiston, Senior Event Operations Manager of World Economic Forum organizers commented: “Once again it’s a pleasure to work hand-in-hand with Audi. We thank Audi Jordan for their support in making this a successful event. ”

Background Information

Audi

Audi is a German manufacturer of a range of automobiles, from supermini to crossover SUVs in various body styles and price ranges that are marketed under the Audi brand. The company is headquartered in Ingolstadt, Germany, and has been a wholly owned (99.55%) subsidiary of Volkswagen AG since 1966.

Currently, Audi's sales are growing strongly in Europe. Its 2007 worldwide sales have been released as 964,151 vehicles sold - a record for the brand. In 2008, Audi has achieved the 13th record year in a row passing the 1 million unit mark with 1,003,400 sold units.

Company Profile

Nuqul Automotive

Nuqul Automotive has earned its pioneering reputation in the automotive industry as one of Jordan's leading automotive retailers. The diversity of its brands and constant drive for outstanding performance, innovation leadership and responsible conduct affirmed its prominent position in the market. With a wide range of unique brands – Porsche, Audi, Volkswagen and Skoda – Nuqul Automotive offers mobility across all vehicle size classes from affordable family-friendly saloons to spectacular sports car and reliable commercial vehicles.