Simply Abu Dhabi VIII

1 1 8 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Top racing drivers attended the launch of the innovative brand’s new presence in AbuDhabi. T he acclaimed Swiss luxury brand Richard Mille has announced its presence in Abu Dhabi through a new cooperation with Al Manara International Jewellery. RichardMille creations are now available at AlManara’smust-visit boutique in MarinaMall, AbuDhabi. The celebration to mark the luxury brand’s new Abu Dhabi ‘home’ was attended by Felipe Massa as well as British racing driver Martin Brundle, another partner of the brand. The distinguishedpairwere accompanied by President and CEO Richard Mille and by Peter Harrison, CEO of Richard Mille Europe Middle East and Africa. Richard Mille is synonymous with innovation, exceptional workmanship and avant-garde luxury. So when in March 2011 Richard Mille became official time-keeping partner of YasMarinaCircuit, to celebrate the impressive association, it launched a limited edition watch – the RM 011 Felipe Massa Flyback Chronograph YasMarina Circuit. As its full name suggest, theRM011was first developed by Richard Mille in collaboration with Portuguese Formula 1 driver Felipe Massa. It features a flyback chronograph, an annual calendar function, 60-minute countdown timer, oversized date, 12-hour totaliser and a remarkable case design combining a titanium central case band with a white gold bezel and caseback. The limited edition RM 011 Yas Marina Circuit has been presented in an exclusive livery inspired by the colours of YasMarina,with a bright blue inner bezel and a white rubber strap. Only ten of the 18k white gold watches have been made, and they are now available exclusively at theAlManara retail store inMarinaMall. Abdul Hamied Seddiqi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Manara International Jewellery, is delighted tobe presentingRichardMille toAbuDhabi’s refined customers.He says: “Over thepast year,wehave seen an increase in watch collectors and enthusiasts across the UAE, and today the clients are more well- informed about Swiss timepieces. By continuously updatingour collections andpartneringwithestablished brands, we ensure that watch lovers and connoisseurs will always find a variety of magnificent watches to choose from.” Since its debut in 2001, RichardMille has always been represented in the most prestigious retail addresses worldwide. And at a time when the renowned brand is reinforcing its presence in the region, Al Manara was recognised as the partner of choice. RichardMille, thePresident andCEOofRichardMille watches, says: “Richard Mille gained recognition by creating watches with a strong identity; we pioneered and revolutionised high-endwatchmaking by applying concepts and materials from the world of motorsport and aerospace. “Our cooperation with Al Manara reinforces our presence in the region where we’ve ongoing partnerships with Yas Marina Circuit and Manchester City Football Club. The association with Al Manara confirms the brand’s natural connection with Abu Dhabi. Through this partnership we wish to further engage with the local community and with the many customers who already support us with passion across theMiddle East.’’ Osama Seddiqi, Felipe Massa, Mohammed Seddiqi and Martin Brundle Mohammed Seddiqi, Felipe Massa, Richard Mille and Osama Seddiqi RichardMille hitsMarinaMall with an exclusive chronograph at Al Manara International Jewellery