Author Archives: Ed

The three musketeers

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Ed

Three guys, who at various times have played key roles in making the Championship happen, are worth a ‘mention in despatches’. Robert Denman has been our technical Consultant and Site Manager. No one is quite sure where he gets his … Continue reading →

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Job Well Done!

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Ed

Mubarak Al Busaidi, CEO of Al Taseheel Al Wataniya, and Mark Wooding, CEO of World Fireworks Championship Limited, will be catching up on much needed sleep after the closing Awards Ceremony. Family friends for over 30 years, they’ve spent the … Continue reading →

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Merlin Video Released

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Ed

The third of the video magazines we are producing with Luxury Channel is ready. It covers our third Company, Merlin from the United Kingdom.

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Head of Judges Summary

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Ed

We print here the summary of the Judging delivered by Andrew Fielder at last night’s winners banquet. Head of Judges Statement “The judging panel has enjoyed its task immensely over the last two weeks. In keeping with the prestigious nature … Continue reading →

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‘…an army marches on its stomach…’

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Ed

They say an army marches on its stomach, and at the height of the Championship we’ll be feeding an army of over 50 hungry mouths a day at the Al Qurum Park production village. There will be several dishes to … Continue reading →

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Al Qurum – magical at night

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Ed

Al Qurum Park, the venue for the Oman World Fireworks Championship 2010, is a magical place at night. As the sun sets the distinctive lights come on making a beautiful location for a quiet walk, or a gentle jog. Muscat … Continue reading →

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Tech Team at Al Qurum

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Ed

The technical and safety teams have been in Muscat to visit Al Qurum Park. “These competition displays are going to be fabulous,” commented Mark Wooding, “but our primary focus is still safety. Safety of the audience and the crews putting … Continue reading →

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