JEDDAH – Against the backdrop of massive building and infrastructure spending driving the GCC's construction boom, the two-day “The Big 5, Middle East Concrete and PMV Live” exhibitions start today (Tuesday) at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The total value of construction contracts awarded this year will soar to $195.7 billion, up from $159.87 billion in 2013, according to a report by Ventures Middle East.
“The Big 5 continues to be the leading event in the region for construction professionals and to drive innovation in the industry. With the construction sector back in the spotlight, this year's event will be our most successful ever,” said Andy White, Group Event Director of The Big 5.
“We're seeing a lot of interest in the conference, highlighting the importance the construction industry places on sustainability now,” he added, noting that “with the packed line-up of presentations and speakers at this year's event, we are setting the sustainability agenda for the Middle East and North Africa.”
“The packed program of free conferences, panel discussions and CPD certified workshops will deliver unique technical insight opportunities to all attendees.”
The Big 5, Middle East Concrete and PMV Live offer 55 CPD certified and free to attend workshops as well as 48 technical seminars. The two-day conference on Sustainable Design and Construction will present eight Middle East project showcases directly from the appointed project architects, developers and contractors themselves.
To create awareness of new building solutions available in the Middle East, the show has launched the brand new feature called The Innovation Trail. The trail will highlight over 40 cutting-edge products with cost and time savings features. — SG
