Yearly Archives: 2023

An exceptional moment at the Hôtel de la Marine to celebrate the end of the year

Qadran members were invited on an exclusive tour to discover the treasures of the prestigious Al Thani collection, ranging from Antiquity to the present day, as well as masterpieces of medieval art from London's Victoria and Albert Museum, showcased in the Hôtel de la Marine.

With His Excellency Sheikh Ali Bin Jassim Al Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to France, and Qadran's...

Appointment of Natalie Demol as President of Qadran, the Franco-Qatari economic circle

Paris, November 9th, 2023 - The founding members of Qadran gathered on November 9th 2023 and unanimously approved the appointment of Natalie Demol, Legal Director for Europe and Americas at Katara Hospitality, as Qadran’s new president, with immediate effect. She succeeds Kamal Rhazali, Secretary-General and Legal Director of the Luxury & Lifestyle Division at Accor Group, and Bruno Courtine, Partner at Vaughan Avocats, who co-chaired Qadran...

Qadran at Bpifrance Inno Generation (BIG)

On October 5th, Qadran was invited at Bpifrance's BIG event on the Middle East campus, discussing post-World Cup prospects in Qatar.

Vision 2030, economic diversification, tourism strategy, sectoral opportunities, incentives for businesses to set up in Qatar, and the role of Qadran were among the topics addressed by Natalie Demol, Legal Director of Katara Hospitality Europe and Americas and founding member of Qadran, in...

Delegation to Nantes

A look back at the Qadran delegation's visit to Nantes, led on the 28th of September by His Excellency Sheikh Ali Bin Jassim Al Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to France. The delegation comprised high-profile individuals, notably from the Qatari Businessmen Association and the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, who specially came from Doha to explore the Nantes ecosystem. They were...

Back-to-work Barbecue

Qadran had the great pleasure of bringing together its members on 18th of September for the traditional back-to-work barbecue at the residence of His Excellency Sheikh Ali Bin Jassim Al Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar in France.

This exceptional evening was an opportunity for our members to get together in a convivial and festive atmosphere, celebrating the spirit of sharing that drives...

Qadran at Le Mans Classic Race 2023

Qadran's participation in the legendary Le Mans Classic race from June 29 to July 2 marked a resounding success.️ Our co-president Bruno Courtine took part in the 1st grid of the 24 Hours of Le Mans Circuit and finished in the TOP15 of the race: 14th out of 82 in the index and 25th in the overall scratch score! The Qadran team was delighted to reunite...

A look back at Qadran’s participation in Vision Golfe 2023

Qadran attended today the first edition of Vision Golfe, an event organized by Business France, with Minister Bruno Le Maire in attendance. In his opening speech, Minister Le Maire emphasized the crucial need to enhance cooperative ties between France and the Gulf countries, particularly in light of the new global challenges, especially those related to the energy transition. As part of the "Doing...

Qadran being a sponsor and panellist at the Gulf Vision 2023 event

We are delighted to announce Qadran's participation in the first edition of Gulf Vision, an event organized by Business France, under the high patronage of Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President of France, which will bring together economic players from the Gulf countries and France in Paris on June 13 & 14, 2023, on the site of the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty. Qadran,...

Technip Energies Awarded a Major LNG contract for the North Field South Project by QatarEnergy

Qadran congratulates Technip Energies for being awarded a contract worth $10 billion by QatarEnergy to build 2 #LNG trains in the North Field South in collaboration with Consolidated Contractors Company. This project is part of Qatar's goal to significantly increase production of this energy by 2027 and allows for a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions of over 25% compared to similar LNG facilities. A great example...

Al-Arabi Sports Club wins the Emir of Qatar Cup 2022-2023 ! ⚽️ 

Qadran is honored to congratulate the players of Al-Arabi Sports Club on their victory in the Emir of Qatar Cup 2022-2023. This historic triumph, after their first success 30 years ago, reinforces the role of sports and soccer in promoting Qatari excellence! ⚽ 🏆 🇶🇦 #AmirCup2023  ...

Qatar Airways (Re)launches Flights to Nice, France ✈️

From Tuesday, May 9, 2023, Qatar Airways has resumed its direct flights between Nice and its hub, Hamad International Airport in Doha. 🇶🇦 For three years the Qatari airline's logo had not been present at Nice airport and this May 9th marked the resumption of flights from the south of France, with a new generation Boeing 787-8. ✈️ A new dynamic illustrating the central place of France...

Eid Mubarak !

Qadran wishes a prosperous Eid Al-Fitr to all its members, partners and friends! May this day be filled with joy and may this celebration bring you happiness and wellness! Eid Mubarak! #EidMubarak #EidMubarak 🌙🕌🇶🇦...

Ramadan Kareem !

Ramadan starts in France on this Thursday, March 23rd and Qadran, the Franco-Qatari business circle, would like to express its best wishes to our members and partners who will be fasting during this month of Ramadan. We wish everyone a month of success, peace and prosperity. Ramadan Kareem !...

Qadran, the Franco-Qatari economic circle is changing its governance

Qadran, the Franco-Qatari business circle held an extraordinary General Assembly on February 20th, 2023 in Paris in order to bring changes in its governance.

Bruno Courtine, Associate Lawyer at Vaughan Avocats, and Kamal Rhazali, Secretary General and Legal Director of the Accor Group's Luxury & Lifestyle division, will share the Presidency of the circle while Omer Acar will remain Honorary President...

Celebration of the Galette des Rois

Qadran was delighted to gather its members on Wednesday, January 11 around the traditional Galette des Rois organized each year. ✨ It was a great opportunity to exchange our best wishes for 2023 in a stunning setting offered by The Peninsula Paris and to review the key moments of the World Cup in Qatar #FifaWorldCup2022. 🇶🇦 A big thank you to all members for taking part in...