Machinex Arabia 2013 concluded with overwhelming response

Over 150 exhibitors from 30 countries and 10000 visitors participated.

The exhibition which was sponsored by MODON, SIMCO Saudi Industrial Machinery Company Ltd and Alruquee Group , attracted a massive number of manufacturers and suppliers from the world's leading brands. and showcased the latest cutting-edge construction machinery, equipment, systems and materials and is an ideal platform to meet the demands of a billion-dollar-value construction market.

Many exhibitors received positive response with deals being made.

Eng. Maher Yousef, Assistant General Manager of Saudi Industrial Machinary Co (SIMCO), he said: "We are delighted with the response. The strong turnout of the specialized visitors to the show has demonstrated that buyers in the Saudi Arabia still remain upbeat about the potential of the industrial market. We succeeded to make new deals and agreements during the four-day exhibition and we have sold around SR8m worth new machines and equipment."

The combined show attracted more than 150 exhibitors from 30 countries and economies who presented their latest industrial machinery and related technology. For many exhibitors, the exhibition was an effective platform to have face-to-face meetings and to network with industry players from the Kingdom.

Another satisfied exhibitor is Saad Alikhan, executive director of Al Ruquee group, He said: "We benefited greatly from our participation at Machinex Arabia 2013 as it had a targeted audience and enabled us to feel the pulse of the industry. The vast majority of the visitors are serious buyers and we are extremely happy with the business opportunities gained from this show."

The new advanced machines and products displayed during the show has attracted great attention from many visitors, Eng. Mohsen Basfr who came to visit the exhibition to search for new machines for his small factory said "I have found what I am looking for and got great feedback from those international experts in order to grow my business."

Zahoor Siddique, Vice President of Al Harithy Company for Exhibitions, described the exhibition as a success event by creating exciting opportunities to expand business contacts in KSA, and explore new deals and investment opportunities."