Sentences with phrase «of major international events»

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But Summers, speaking at an event sponsored by the Peterson Institute for International Economics, said the idea that all major US banks would be totally fine if economic and financial conditions deteriorate as sharply as some of the tests posit is simply not credible.

Leading S&P Dow Jones Indices» international media efforts, David oversees all major index - related press events and initiatives, serving as a global strategic communications counselor for S&P Dow Jones Indices in the areas of crisis communications, response planning and brand / reputation management.

Examples of these risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to the impact of: adverse general economic and related factors, such as fluctuating or increasing levels of unemployment, underemployment and the volatility of fuel prices, declines in the securities and real estate markets, and perceptions of these conditions that decrease the level of disposable income of consumers or consumer confidence; adverse events impacting the security of travel, such as terrorist acts, armed conflict and threats thereof, acts of piracy, and other international events; the risks and increased costs associated with operating internationally; our expansion into and investments in new markets; breaches in data security or other disturbances to our information technology and other networks; the spread of epidemics and viral outbreaks; adverse incidents involving cruise ships; changes in fuel prices and / or other cruise operating costs; any impairment of our tradenames or goodwill; our hedging strategies; our inability to obtain adequate insurance coverage; our substantial indebtedness, including the ability to raise additional capital to fund our operations, and to generate the necessary amount of cash to service our existing debt; restrictions in the agreements governing our indebtedness that limit our flexibility in operating our business; the significant portion of our assets pledged as collateral under our existing debt agreements and the ability of our creditors to accelerate the repayment of our indebtedness; volatility and disruptions in the global credit and financial markets, which may adversely affect our ability to borrow and could increase our counterparty credit risks, including those under our credit facilities, derivatives, contingent obligations, insurance contracts and new ship progress payment guarantees; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; overcapacity in key markets or globally; our inability to recruit or retain qualified personnel or the loss of key personnel; future changes relating to how external distribution channels sell and market our cruises; our reliance on third parties to provide hotel management services to certain ships and certain other services; delays in our shipbuilding program and ship repairs, maintenance and refurbishments; future increases in the price of, or major changes or reduction in, commercial airline services; seasonal variations in passenger fare rates and occupancy levels at different times of the year; our ability to keep pace with developments in technology; amendments to our collective bargaining agreements for crew members and other employee relation issues; the continued availability of attractive port destinations; pending or threatened litigation, investigations and enforcement actions; changes involving the tax and environmental regulatory regimes in which we operate; and other factors set forth under «Risk Factors» in our most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10 - K and subsequent filings by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Thousands of Christians marched in major cities and the event went on to have massive international impact with marches happening in 180 nations.

The AEG owned and operated arena continues to distinguish itself as the host of major, high - profile events of national and international distinction including the 2004 & 2011 NBA All - Star Games, 2002 NHL All - Star Game, 2000 Democratic National Convention, 2009 World Figure Skating Championships and 15 of the last 16 GRAMMY Awards shows.

With 22 years of successful shows, Propak China is a major international event in China, attracting exclusive support from the world's leading packaging and processing organisations.

With 1749 exhibitors and 80 participating countries and an exhibition space of 150,000 m ² over five halls, drinktec is a major international event.

Diversified Communications UK, event organiser of Natural Products Scandinavia, has announced the launch of a major new international trade show for the Nordic organic food industry.

Allegations of rigged judging and payoffs to judges have tainted nearly every major international boxing event since the late 1980s — and Sydney may be no different.

At the other end of the spectrum, both football and class, we find the stereotypical ideal of the officer and the gentleman — a cross between Bertie Mee, Alf Ramsey and «the can't think of his name England» supporter who always dressed in St. George colours and a stupid big hat, and could be found at all major international sporting events 40 years ago, symbolising the Corinthian spirit of the true football supporter.

«We're especially delighted to be hosting two top international sporting competitions this year, further cementing Lee Valley venues as highly regarded world class arenas for major events, as well as valued community assets with a comprehensive programme of activities for all ages and abilities.»

She has spoken at major conferences and events all over the world and her knowledge of global agriculture issues has been cited widely in more than 3,000 major publications including The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, the International Herald Tribune, The Washington Post, BBC, the Guardian (UK), and other major publications.

The event brought together the leaders of the eight major international research organizations that constitute EIROforum, a collaboration that supports the advancement of scientific research in Europe and advises the European Union on science policy.

Grants can each total as much as $ 2.5 million over 5 years — or even $ 3.5 million in the event of major equipment purchases or international relocations.

October 2011 will go down in history as a month marked with major international natural disasters, the end of the Steve Jobs era, and of course the Occupy Everything events across the globe.

If you make friends and are invited to an event, you can see the progress of the event and any changes to the time and location of the meet up or gathering.Citybi has members in most major cities in the US and some international cities like London, Toronto, and Sydney.

Below, we recap the reactions from critics to the major films screening at this year's Telluride, Venice, and Toronto International Film Festivals, considered the most prestigious events of the season and the locales where many future Oscar nominees first debut.

While the Toronto International Film Festival doesn't boast a market as robust as other festivals, like Sundance or Cannes, the yearly event often plays home to some major buys of big contenders.

The first edition of the International Film Festival And Awards Macao kicks off next month and a major part of the event will be the industry focused project market, Crouching Tigers, which will run in parallel.

Prior to joining NPR, Chappell was part of the Assignment Desk at CNN International, handling coverage in areas from the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America, and coordinating CNN's pool coverage on major events.

Back on the Road — Michael Ware's regular feature on reader restorations / A Passion for Speed: The Life and Times of George Abecassis — David Venables reviews a major new work on an influential character in British motor sport / Gordon Bennett International Rally — The Gordon Bennett Rally is recognised as the paramount event in the IVVCC calendar, attracting 200 pre-1930 cars.

Not only is the Atlanta International Auto Show the largest annual consumer event held at the GWCC, it is also one of the nation's great auto shows, attracting many of the world's major automotive manufacturers during its five day run.

As the world winds up for the first major motor show — the North American International Auto Show in Detroit — the Tokyo Auto Salon is an often forgotten event that displays some of the stranger creations out there.

The concept car, launched at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year to global acclaim, was just announced as the winner in the Concepts category of the Automotive Brand Contest 2012, the international competition for automotive brands and now a major industry event.

The Corvettes continue a season that has been nothing short of magnificent, taking victories at all three major international endurance events and every single ALMS race in between.

Michelin made a highly successful return to Watkins Glen International today as Michelin technical partner teams from Corvette Racing, Dodge Viper SRT, Porsche North America, BMW Team RLL and Risi Competizione Ferrari combined to take the top eight places in the fiercely competitive GTLM class in the Sahlen's 6 Hours of the Glen, a major event on the 2014 TUDOR United SportsCar Championship schedule.

SEBRING, Fla. (March 18, 2015)- Michelin and its technical partner teams face a major early season challenge as they take to the demanding 3.74 - mile Sebring International Raceway in the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, the second event of the 2015 TUDOR United SportsCar Championship.

Michelin and its technical partner teams face a major early season challenge as they take to the demanding 3.74 - mile Sebring International Raceway in the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, the second event of the 2015 TUDOR United SportsCar Championship.

The Frankfurter Buchmesse organises the participation of German publishers at around 20 international book fairs and hosts trade events throughout the year in major international markets.

The Frankfurt Book Fair organises the participation of German publishers in some 20 international book fairs and hosts trade events throughout the year in major international markets.

This week, OverDrive is meeting with major international and domestic publishers at the Frankfurt Book Fair — arguably the largest publishing industry event of its kind — to unveil its «Want It Now» (WIN) catalog for ebook - lending.

The pictures are free of charge for educational and private use and record major domestic and international events from the turn of the century to the mid 1990's.

This week, OverDrive is meeting with major international and domestic publishers at the Frankfurt Book Fair — arguably the largest publishing industry event of its... [Read more...]

The city hosts a wide array of major cultural events, including the Toronto International Film Festival, the ScotiaBank Caribbean Carnival, and Luminato.

He is represented by the major speaking bureaus and has worked with them to deliver keynotes and host events for such clients as Manulife Financial, Vancity, Farm Credit Canada, Bell Canada, Cosma International, Mastercard and industry associations of every description.

Just eight miles away from the Nashville International Airport and situated at the crossroads of the state's three major interstates, our convention center is easily accessible and the ideal venue to host your next event.

Then, we take a look at what places are now at the forefront of the global conversation, whether for new hotels and museums or major international events.

The AGM is the major event on the AACO calendar which brings together the CEOs of 25 member airlines in addition to a large number of aviation stake - holders, AACO Industry Partners and Partner Airlines as well as international and local press gathered together for two days of networking, brainstorming on industry issues, and high - level discussions.

This seminar will focus on the future of Government's tourism strategy following the international exposure created by the major sporting and cultural events of summer 2012.

Breaking Travel News talks to Claudia Silva Jacobs, Communication Director, Rio de Janeiro Tourism Authority at World Travel Market 2011 about improvements that are being made to the city in time for major international sporting events, including the upgrading and enhancement of transport options

Partnering with major organisations like the IWSC and as the media arm of events such as the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival, Whisky Extravaganza, the New York City Craft Beer Festival, Spirits of Mexico, and our flagship wine competition the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC)-- we are at the centre of the latest global food and drink trends.

Portugal will host four major sporting events over the course of October, highlighting the country's international standing as a world - class sporting host.

«The Emirate is also home to a number of major global events including the annual F1 Powerboat Racing, Sharjah International Book Fair and International Test Cricket matches, all helping to strengthen Sharjah's growing tourism position in the region.»

Tom took some time out at Arabian Travel Market to speak to BTN about his successes.Under Nutley's leadership and through his vision, RTE has experienced phenomenal success and growth since its launch in 1992 and is the world's leading business - to - business organiser of major international, regional and sector exhibitions and events for the travel and tourism industry worldwide.

Under Nutley's leadership and through his vision, RTE has experienced phenomenal success and growth since its launch in 1992 and is the world's leading business - to - business organiser of major international, regional and sector exhibitions and events for the travel and tourism industry worldwide.

The WTM International Press Centre is the largest recurring press centre in the UK attracting nearly 3,000 international media from the world's major media organisations — from trade and consumer publications across print, broadcast and the internet - throughout the four days International Press Centre is the largest recurring press centre in the UK attracting nearly 3,000 international media from the world's major media organisations — from trade and consumer publications across print, broadcast and the internet - throughout the four days international media from the world's major media organisations — from trade and consumer publications across print, broadcast and the internet - throughout the four days of the event.

The major sporting event theme continues on Wednesday 7 November with Optimising the Tourism Benefits of Major Event for Host Nations which will ask what the major right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism benemajor sporting event theme continues on Wednesday 7 November with Optimising the Tourism Benefits of Major Event for Host Nations which will ask what the major right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism beneevent theme continues on Wednesday 7 November with Optimising the Tourism Benefits of Major Event for Host Nations which will ask what the major right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism beneMajor Event for Host Nations which will ask what the major right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism beneEvent for Host Nations which will ask what the major right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism benemajor right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism benefits.

The major sporting event theme continues on Wednesday November 7th with Optimising the Tourism Benefits of Major Event for Host Nations which will ask what the major right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism benemajor sporting event theme continues on Wednesday November 7th with Optimising the Tourism Benefits of Major Event for Host Nations which will ask what the major right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism beneevent theme continues on Wednesday November 7th with Optimising the Tourism Benefits of Major Event for Host Nations which will ask what the major right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism beneMajor Event for Host Nations which will ask what the major right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism beneEvent for Host Nations which will ask what the major right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism benemajor right holders (such as the International Olympic Committee and FIFA) should be doing to help deliver the potential tourism benefits.

The year in Western Australia has become a carousel of major sporting events and attracts the world's greatest athletes to competitions such as the The Perth International - Australia's richest golf purse - The Surf Lifesaving Championships, World Masters Athletic Championships, the Boomerang World Cup and The Margaret River Drug Aware Pro surfing comp.

The Lla Llao has hosted major international events, Presidents summits, Heads of State visits, highest level social and protocol events.