Dubai, November 13, 2005: GE unveiled its latest technology products and services at the third annual "Made in America" Trade Fair, held in Beirut from November 7 to 9, 2005. The fair set new records with the numbers of participating companies and visitors. GE's presence marked its continued commitment to Lebanon in recognising the country's growing demand for infrastructure, technology and environmentally friendly products.
GE was amongst more than 300 companies exhibiting at the fair that is seen as an important meeting place for regional industry. With a growing economy and increasing demand for modern technology and services, Lebanon is a key emerging country for GE.
Exhibiting under the Technology, Media and Financial Services section, GE showcased its wide range of offerings, including GE Energy, GE Healthcare, GE Transportation, GE Water, GE Security Equipment, GE Consumer and Industrial, and CNBC Arabiya.
William Wakileh, GE National Executive for the Levant and Iraq said: "GE has been present in Lebanon for many years and we continue to retain our insurance business and a corporate office in Beirut, in addition to the partners that market our various products here. We are committed to bringing the latest technology and state-of-the-art services and products directly to the region, and trade fairs such as this provide us with an ideal opportunity to do so. Our presence will allow us to strengthen our growing commercial relations with Lebanon and forge new partnerships."
As a major global conglomerate, GE has grown into a diversified technology, media, and financial services company dedicated to setting world standards in every business it operates in.
As part of an integrated approach GE combines its technological expertise from across its range of services to offer the region total solutions to the Lebanese market and beyond.
Added Wakileh: "As a global player, GE continuously strives to advance technological boundaries and looks for optimal solutions to some of the world's toughest problems. We intend to share our knowledge and showcase some of the cutting-edge technology we have recently developed."
GE (NYSE: GE) is Imagination at Work -- a diversified technology, media and financial services company focused on solving some of the world's toughest problems. With products and services ranging from aircraft engines, power generation, water processing and security technology to medical imaging, business and consumer financing, media content and advanced materials, GE serves customers in more than 100 countries and employs more than 300,000 people worldwide. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.ge.com.
GE has been active in the Middle East since 1933. Its activities in the region are conducted through direct presence, joint ventures, strategic alliances, and a wide network of distributors. GE has completed strategic projects in various hi-tech industrial sectors, defence-related contracts and major infrastructure developments.
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