European ministers to attend region's largest construction fair

Now recognised as one of the premier International shows on the global calendar, the organisers have confirmed a host of dignitaries will be in attendance.

The show will be inaugurated by a prominent member of the ruling family, and this year will see the attendance of Deputy Mayor of Moscow, and Ministers from Australia, Italy and Luxembourg. The strategic location of Dubai as an international business centre and construction hotbed makes the city a principal choice for industry specialists, and this is reflected in the verification of such high level names visiting this year's exhibition.

The importance and the demand for space at the Big 5 exhibition is reflected in the record number of exhibitors already booked for this years show. More than 2,100 companies will be represented at the show, and an estimated 30,000 visitors expected to attend this years exhibition.

Bob Hughes of dmg world media Dubai Ltd, said, "With the show only a matter of days away interest is still at a premium. This is reflected by the international attendance expected at this year's exhibition. Big 5 prides itself on being a truly worldwide event and this is replicated by many of the notable VIP guests that will be visiting us this year".

The Big 5 2004 will take place from 20 - 24th November at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre, with the show expected to attract over 30, 000 visitors 1,600 exhibitors from over 50 Countries will be present.

An international exhibition and publishing company, dmg world media Ltd produces over 300 market-leading trade exhibitions, consumer shows and fairs each year and publishes 65 related magazines, newspapers, directories and market reports. dmg world media employs more than 800 people and maintains a worldwide presence through 38 offices. dmg world media is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc (DMGT), one of the largest and most successful media companies in the United Kingdom.