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'Product of The Year Gulf 2014' Awards honor innovation among GCC brands [Mid-East.Info](Mid-East.Info Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Awards enjoy enviable reputation as it is the only consumer-choice recognition Dubai: The Product of the Year 2014 awards, which has carved a niche for itself in 42 countries across the globe, were handed over to a bevy of leading brands from across the GCC countries at a glittering awards ceremony held last night. Recognizing excellence in innovation through an independent process, the awards – which were handed over in a glittering ceremony at the Meydan Beach, Jumeirah Beach Residence in Dubai – is the only one-of-its-kind that is voted 100% by consumers themselves. Conducted by market research partner TNS, the Product of the Year Middle East award involves a GCC and region-wide consumer survey involving face-to-face interviews with 3,600 households on the perception of various new products that have been launched in the GCC market – not only in FMCG but also other industries such as electronics and vision care. The Product of the Year award is selected by an independent jury which vets the consumers' choices and manages the entire process in a transparent and secure environment.The jury, which includes representatives from The Dubai Chamber, The French Business Council, The Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting and the American University of Sharjah among others , closely studies the various entries, fills out a multiple choice questionnaire and finalizes the participants' list. Dory Kfoury, CEO – Middle East and Africa for Product of the Year, said: "Congratulations to all the winners of the Product of the Year 2014 awards, and this recognition is a major endorsement for all the winning brands by the consumers. The Product of the Year is the world's largest consumer-voted program that recognizes innovation in consumer packaged goods. With its success in the GCC region since last year, the award has received a major thumbs-up from companies as it is voted by consumers. We sincerely thank all our partners, and in particular TNS for their survey and support in this journey." Partners for this year include GN Broadcasting, Rotana, Gulf Marketing Review, TNS ,Traffik 360 for below the line advertising, INTO All Marketing Solutions and Integral Shopper for their marketing support. The Product of the Year awards has been recently introduced in Russia, Malaysia and South Korea. Japan and Tunisia will launch their first edition in 2014. "Each year 24,000 new products are launched on the market in the consumer goods arena worldwide, only 10% of them succeed to stay on shelf for 3 years and less than 40% of them manage to stay in the market beyond 5 years" says Carla El Saghir , Gulf Area Manager. "The Product of the Year Middle East award serves as a shortcut for the shoppers in the supermarket making their product choice easier in a sea of endless options. For manufacturers of the winning products, the POY recognition is a powerful marketing message proven to increase product trial, awareness, distribution and sales." Globally, POY has been working with over 100 multinationals and a number of local and regional companies and invites companies from all sectors to submit their entries: Health and Beauty, Food and Beverage, Electronics and Technology and Travel. Below is the full list of 2014 's winners: Biofinity Family (Vision Care) . Nude Audio Move Portable Wireless Speakers (Portable Speakers) . Oral-B ® Triumph ® 5000 with SmartGuide ™ (Oralcare) . Philips ActiveCare Jojoba Straightener (Hair Appliances) . Braun Silk-épil SkinSpa (Hair Removal solutions) . Philips Beardtrimmer Series 9000 (Male Grooming) . Sensodyne Complete Protection (Toothpaste) . Nivea Men Originals Range (Men's Skincare) . Garnier Light Oil Control (Whitening Facecare) . Maybelline New York The Colossal Kajal (Make Up) . Nivea Stress Protect Deodorants (Deodorants for women) . Carefree Plus Large + Aloe 48s (Feminine Care) . Nivea In-Shower Body Lotions (Body Moisturiser) . Pantene Milky Damage Shampoo, Conditioner and Oil Replacement Range (Haircare Range) . Excellence Creme (Hair Colourants) . Tresemme Hair Care Range (Professional Haircare & Styling) . Head & Shoulders Itchy Scalp Care Anti-Dandruff Shampoo and Conditioner (Anti-Dandruff Haircare) . Nivea Men Shower Gels (Men's Shower Care) . LUX Soft Touch Shower Gel (Skin Cleansing) . Johnson's (R) Baby No More Tangles (R) Little People's Hair Care range (Babycare) . Milupa Aptamil Junior (Baby Nutrition) . Pampers Premium Care (Baby Diapers) . Kleenex Arabesque Facial Tissue Bundle (Premium Facial Tissues) . Sanita Sufra Matwiya Poly Ethylene Table Covers (Disposable Tableware) . Kleenex Classiq Facial Tissue Bundle (Classic Facial Tissues) . Air Wick Aoud Passions (Home Fragrances) . Fairy Platinum (Dishcare) . Ariel Capsule (Laundrycare) . Afia Corn Oil (Cooking Oil) . Rio Mare Salatuna Beans Recipe (Canned Tuna) . Nature Valley Oats & Chocolate (Snack Bar) . London Dairy Crispy Chocolate Espresso (Ice Cream) . KRAFT Cheddar Cheese – New Easy to Use Cans (Cheese) . Lipton Chai Latte Foamy (Hot Beverages). For more details about the Product of the Year Gulf 2014 Winners, please visit: www.productoftheyearme.com About Product of the Year Gulf 2013: Product of the Year Gulf 2013 is the first-of-its-kind independent and prestigious award that recognizes excellence in quality and innovation in the consumer goods sector and is the only one of its kind that is voted 100% by consumers themselves. The Product of the Year label is renowned across 42 countries with the same purpose: Guide consumers to the best products in their market and reward manufacturers for quality and innovation. The Product of the Year accepts entries every year from consumer packaged goods that demonstrate innovation and were launched within the previous year. Entered products are then placed into specific categories such as food, beverages, personal care, household care, etc. with a product then being chosen as a winner in its category through a nationally representative face to face study. 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