Gulf Industry Magazine updates you with the latest calendar of events from the Middle East.

KUWAIT WATERTECH CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION 2014

December 4-5

Kuwait WaterTech Conference and Exhibition will bring together key industry experts to discuss current challenges, innovative technical and practical solutions related to the water industry across the Middle East. The show will highlight case studies on best practices and recent developments to address water leakage, and discuss desalination and wastewater treatment. It will explore advanced technologies for optimum use of water resources and water reuse. The event will benefit manufacturers, technology and innovation organisations, industry suppliers, water utilities, consultants, contractors, non-government water organisations, community organisations, educators, and researchers and academics.

Hilton Kuwait Resort, Kuwait City, Kuwait

SAUDI AIRPORTS FORUM AND EXPO 2014

December 8-10

The three-day event showcases a range of terminal design, terminal and airfield construction and installations, airport security and technology, information technology, ground support equipment and services, air traffic management, airport operation and more. The event is an exclusive and high-profile platform that showcases Saudi Arabia’s ambitious aviation development programme.

Jeddah Hilton Hotel, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

SAUDI TRANSTEC 2014

December 8-10

An international transportation, materials handling, warehousing and logistics exhibition and conference, the event provides an ideal environment for local, regional and global companies to benefit from the continued growth and development of Saudi Arabia’s booming transport and logistics sectors. Saudi Arabia is targeting $100 billion of investment in port, airport, rail, road and logistics centre projects over the next decade. The country offers large-scale opportunities through projects including airport renovations and a number of large rail developments.

Dhahran International Exhibition Centre, Dammam, Saudi Arabia

GULF TRAFFIC 2014

December 8-10

Gulf Traffic, a dedicated event for the road, public transport and parking industries in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region, provides an opportunity to meet more than 3,000 industry decision-makers, investors and buyers. Gulf Traffic enables exhibitors to position their companies as one of the leading traffic and transport manufacturers, integrators, distributors or service providers. It acts as a platform for especially for companies providing products and services to increase road safety, reduce congestion and develop transport systems.

Dubai International Exhibition Centre (DIEC), Dubai, UAE

IMTEX OMAN

December 8-10

The Industrial Machinery, Tools and Equipment Exhibition (Imtex) will bring together a large number of high-profile visitors who will get a chance to experience new products and the latest technologies from across the world. The show will also enable networking and exchange of information. On display will be cranes, machinery for cleaning, cutting, fabrication, metalworking, woodwork, moulding, grinding, plastic injection and drilling. Construction tools, cutting, detection, electric, hand and hydraulic tools will also be showcased.

Oman International Exhibition Centre, Muscat, Oman

MEBA- MIDDLE EAST BUSINESS AVIATION

December 8-10

Meba is the most established business aviation event in the Middle East and the biggest event of its kind outside of Europe and North America. With business aviation in the region growing to be worth $1 billion by 2020, exhibitors and visitors alike can hope to take advantage of this growth and build profitable relationships across the industry. Organised by F&E Aerospace on behalf of Mebaa (Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association), Meba is must attend event for those in the regional aviation business.

Dubai World Central (DWC), Jebel Ali, Dubai.

JEDDAH INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR 2014

December 14-17

The four-day international trade show will benefit franchisers, entrepreneurs, agents, and business owners who can experience the latest trends and techniques related to a variety of business sectors. The show, which will provide major opportunities for establishing business contacts, will exhibit the latest business related products and services that will help in the expansion of businesses.

Jeddah International Exhibition & Convention Centre, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

ARAB PLAST 2015

January 10-13

The event is the fastest way to enter the vast Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region’s plastics, petrochemicals and rubber industry, organisers say. The event, which showcases product from plant, machinery and equipment, plastic and plastic products industries, will be an opportunity to meet leaders of the plastics and rubber industry in addition to unveiling products solutions, cutting-edge technology, and revolutionary innovations and forging international alliances.

Dubai International Exhibition Centre, Dubai, UAE