ROADEX 2004 to feature over 145 exhibitors

"The response to this first-time event is a reflection of the fact that the road industry in the region is not only thriving, but also has great potential for growth given the recent developments in the region" said Mr. Ahmad H Al Mazrouie, Acting Director General, General Exhibitions Corporation (GEC) "Participants at ROADEX can use the event as an opportunity to not only reach the UAE market but also the regional market given that ROADEX 2004 will act as a gateway to Iraq, Kuwait, Oman and other countries in the MENA region" he added.

In recognition of the significance of ROADEX 2004 to the industry in the region, the event is being supported and endorsed by two renowned world bodies - The International Road Federation and the World Road Association.

ROADEX 2004, dedicated to roads, tunnels and bridges will have exhibitors from the road, tunnel & bridge construction companies, construction equipment & material suppliers, design companies, and transportation equipment & service companies from the UAE, the US, the UK, Norway, Turkey, Australia, Germany, Netherlands etc., among several other Arab and Asian countries.

In parallel with the exhibition, the 2nd Gulf Road Conference on Roads, will take place between 14 - 18 March 2004 at the same venue. This conference, builds on the success of the 1st Gulf Conference on Roads held in Kuwait in 2002.

GEC is organising ROADEX 2004 together with Abu Dhabi Municipality & Town Planning Department, Al Ain Municipality & Town Planning Department and Abu Dhabi Works Department.