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Syria’s huge olive oil industry is leaving its mark on the environment. Waste products from olive oil processing mills which are not properly disposed of are causing soil and water pollution, and killing plant and animal life.
From Issue 45
Cleansing the Olive Oil Business

During the processing of olive oil, olives are crushed and mixed with water. The oil is then separated out from the dirty water and solid residue.

“The water used in the process and then discarded is often just pumped out onto surrounding land,” environment expert Marwan Dimashki told IRIN.

“This waste water contains polythenols which provide the natural green and black colouring of olives. However, they are chemicals which, when spread in…

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OFFTEC PROVIDES AMMAN ACADEMY WITH ELECTRONIC EXAM SOLUTIONS

In a step towards reducing the testing lifecycle of exams, Amman Academy has chosen OFFTEC, member of OFFTEC Holding Group (ASE:BDIN), to provide the school with an e-Exam solution that is fully integrated and compatible with the school management system.
This e-Exam solution will allow the school management to guarantee transparency and consistency while conducting exams. This is in addition to providing a better…

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SEVEN WONDERS Luring visitors from around the Mediterranean basin for thousands of years, the Dead Sea is catching the world’s eye as a unique natural and historical asset.
From Issue 45
The Dead Sea Gives Life Back to The World’s Seven Wonders

The Dead Sea has recently been shortlisted to be among 14 finalists in the “New 7 Wonders of Nature” list. The lowest point on Earth’s surface and one of the world’s saltiest bodies of water, this lake’s well-woven heritage is deeply rooted in the history of heavenly creeds, science and beauty.

Lying as an ageless image and reminder of God’s Will and the perfect execution of Angel Gabriel, the Dead Sea…

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As a frequent flyer who is constantly travelling to remote locations that are inaccessible to commercial flights, RAYAJET’S CHAIRMAN AND CEO MR. NADER AL-DAJANI reveals to Jordan Property the elements of success through his own experiences
From Issue 29
Rayajet – A Success Story

Mr Nader Al-Dajani CEO, Rayajet

Under His Majesty the late King Hussein, the aviation industry in the kingdom received tremendous support.Jordan’s close proximity to Africa and the Gulf countries, stable environment and productive manpower have carved a favourable niche for the aviation market. Inspired by this royal support and the promising conditions of the country itself, RayaJet’s Chairman and CEO Mr. Nader Al-Dajani felt confident in carrying out his private jet…