Big 5 2004 witnesses 14 per cent increase in day one visitors

The increase year on year is reflected in all categories, but has grown significantly in local visitors from Dubai, KSA and in particular Iran and Europe as well as other leading GCC countries.

The show continues to expand in all areas starting with the increase in space due to growing demand from individual exhibitors and national pavilions, all determined to be included in the regions premier construction fair.

The growth in all aspects is also mirrored in participating countries witnessing record breaking presence's at this year's show. More than 80 Chinese companies are participating at this year's event in their own designated pavilion, the largest ever presence from the Peoples Republic.

The Importance of the demand for space lead the organisers to dedicate Sheikh Rashid Hall to exhibitors from all over the world and specialise in one of the seven sectors, Marble, Ceramic and Stone. The other major industry sectors include Building and Construction, Cleaning and Maintenance, Water Technology and Environment, AC and Refrigeration, Bathroom and Ceramics and Glass and Metal. The dedicated sectors provide a distinct advantage for exhibitors as well as visitors, assisting all concerned to find the right products for future projects.

Bob Hughes of dmg world media Dubai Ltd said, " We are delighted that the visitors figures keep growing year on year, proving the Big 5 is a show of true international stature, in a truly evolving and rapidly expanding country such as the U. A. E."

The Big 5 takes place from 20-24 November at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre, with the show expected to attract over 30, 000 visitors, 1600 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 published 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, one of the largest and most successful media companies in the United Kingdom.