INTERMAT Middle East returns in 2012, attracting globally recognised construction equipment manufacturers and providers to participate in the second edition of the international exhibition for machinery, materials and equipment for construction and infrastructure.

Organised by Comexposium and its partner Clarion Events Middle East, Intermat Middle East will take place from October 8 to 10 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec).

Key names that have confirmed their participation at the event are Putzmeister, Liebherr, Atlas-Copco, Dynapac, Manitowoc, Terex Finlay and Liugong, among others.

Maryvonne Lano, Intermat exhibition manager, said: “Exhibitors were pleased with Intermat Middle East 2011, as it drew in over 3,200 buyers and opinion leaders, out of which 70 per cent were from the GCC region. We anticipate exceeding this amount in 2012. Furthermore, the region is continuously investing in construction development and this show will place exhibitors directly in front of the most important decision-makers, buyers, contractors, consultants, government agencies and industry experts. The interest of returning and new exhibitors will ensure the success of the second annual Intermat Middle East.”

According to a recent research report by Ventures Middle East, over $15 billion worth of construction contracts are likely to be awarded this year in the UAE. The total value of current construction projects in the UAE is $1.249 trillion with buildings accounting for $871.6 billion, energy projects $190.9 billion and infrastructure projects $187.2 billion.
 Exhibitors at the inaugural event were able to secure lucrative contacts with major developments in the region.

HIGH-LEVEL CONTACTS

Asked if his company received any major contacts at the show, Umberto Draghi, managing director of Global Consult, said: “Yes, high-level contacts, consisting of managers from companies like Al Jaber, Vinci, Al Naboodah and the Al Habtoor group; and individuals ranking from managing directors to roadwork managers.”

Draghi added that the first Intermat Middle East was well organised and confirmed his participation for this year’s edition as well.

Other exhibitors who have confirmed their participation at Intermat Middle East were, among others, Abu Amer Equipment, WireCo World, Miller, Zyraxes, Erkat, Giroprivod and RobitRocktools.

Intermat Middle East 2012 will consist of a Construction and Infrastructure summit along with a hosted buyers programme. In addition, there will be an outdoor area showcasing the latest technologies and innovations from the world’s leading heavy plant manufacturers. The event will cover 20,000 sq m. of exhibition space and 7,000 international buyers are expected.

Clarion Events Middle East is a highly experienced exhibitions and conference organiser with a team that has over 25 years’ experience overall in organising trade events including 15 years in the Middle East.  

Comexposium, a European leader in the organisation of trade fairs, boasts 138 congresses and shows catering to the general public and professionals. It covers 17 lines of business. The group is jointly owned by the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIP) and Unibail Rodamco.