TRADE FAIRS

Time and location

4-6.02.2025

Abu Dhabi, Dubai, ZEA

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In a nutshell:

• AI Everything Global will bring together an audience of AI regulators, policymakers, corporate giants, award-winning start-ups, investors, and a focus on scientists, world-renowned R&D and academic teams;
• - 250+ AI developers, researchers, innovators and leaders giving interesting talks;
• - 60+ countries represented on the exhibition space and conference stages;

Why AI EVERYTHING GLOBAL SUMMIT?

• Two prestigious locations: AI Everything Global Opening Summit and Evening Opening Reception will be held on February 4 at The St. Regis in Abu Dhabi, and AI Everything Global will be held on February 5-6 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), Expo City;
• Participate in an event shaping the future of AI policies and procedures - accessing first-hand information and knowledge;
• Learning about the latest trends, legislation and directions of governments and global organizations;
• The opportunity to present your solution to participants from around the world and to arrange and conduct thematic B2B meetings;
• Numerous conferences, lectures, workshops and industry meetings dedicated to AI are held during the fair, enabling the exchange of knowledge, experience and establishment of business contacts in this specific topic.

Time and location

19-23.02.2025

Dubai, UAE

Details

Dubai International Boat Show in a nutshell:

• Target audience: small and medium-sized boats, sailing boats, fishing boats, superyachts, marine equipment, sailing and fishing equipment, electrical systems in boats, interior design in boats, navigation and communication, diving equipment, water sports equipment
• 26 000 + visitors from 150 + countries

Why Dubai International Boat Show?

• In 2019, Dubai ranked first in the Middle East and 9th in the world as the best maritime capital;
• 12.6% of yachts over 40m are in possession of Middle Eastern owners;
• The luxury goods market in the Middle East and Africa is projected to reach $15.1 billion by 2022;
• The world's top builders will showcase their latest designs and stunning yacht models at the show.

Time and location

07-09.04.2025

Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Annual Investment Meeting in a nutshell:

• Target audience:
  • institutional entities wishing to promote their activities and investment projects to a specialized international audience and looking for investors;
  • companies looking for international clients (especially from the government sector);
  • start-ups wanting to find new investors and to take advantage of the investor hub offered during the event;
• Number of exhibitors: 500 +
• Number of visitors: 20 000 +

  Why Annual Investment Meeting?

• Driving positive economic growth is the main goal of AIM. The congress organizers aim to achieve this aim by creating investment opportunities, developing economic relations between countries from around the world, as well as attempting to address the most pressing issues affecting economic growth;
• During the 3 days of AIM, its participants have intensified opportunities to network with industry professionals, leading investors and entrepreneurs from around the world;
• Increased brand visibility and a chance to faster establish one's brand in the Middle Eastern markets are just some of the benefits of attending the congress;
• The congress is organized in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology and the UAE Department of Economic Development and under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

Time and location

14-16.04.2025

Marrakech, Morocco

Details

GITEX Africa in a nutshell:

• Target audience: new technologies, IT, software development, digital marketing, fintech, blockchain, cloud computing,  tech management, mobile applications, databases, AI, 3D printing, cybersecurity, smart home and smart city technologies, space industry, drones

Why GITEX Africa?

• The event gives you an opportunity to tap into the potential of the receptive African market, whose rapid growth begins right now;
• The show features a number of conferences and industry meetings that allow you to establish relationships with key players in the market.

Why Morocco?

• Morocco acts as a gateway to other African markets - giving international entrepreneurs access to a population of about 2.5 million people;
• It is the world's 5th top destination for technological R&D;
• It ranks among the top 5 African economies - its worth is estimated at 143 billion USD;
• It ranks 1st among 141 countries in the world in terms of inflation stability.

Time and location

23 - 25.05.2025

Singapur

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Gitex Asia in a nutshell:

• Trade Fair Themes: AI, databases, cloud, telecommunications, devops, blockchain/web3, climate-tech, ed-tech, cybersecurity, and more;
• 1000+ exhibitors;
• 20,000+ visitors;
• 250+ investors.

Why Gitex Asia?

• Singapore is recognized as a leading innovation hub;
• Singapore is called the "Silicon Valley of Asia". The country attracted the most tech funds in Southeast Asia in the first half of 2023 - 685 million USD;
• Since 2018, 80 out of the world's top 100 tech companies have opened their offices in Singapore. Among them are IBM, Google, Microsoft, and many others;
• Over the past five years, Singapore's digital economy has nearly doubled its contribution to the country's gross domestic product, reaching 77.7 billion USD in 2022;
• In 2022, Singapore surpassed Hong Kong to become Asia's leading financial center and the third largest in the world.

Time and location

6-8.05.2025

Dubai, UAE

Details

GISEC in a nutshell:

• Target audience: companies in the cyber security sectors - data security, digital security, antivirus, artificial intelligence
• Number of visitors: 8 500 +
• Number of exhibitors: 150 +

Why GISEC?

• More than 8 500 visitors in one place and time;
• 150 exhibitors - an opportunity to review global solutions, trends, competition;
• Attendance of decision makers from more than 200 government departments and leading companies in the Middle East, looking for solutions to their cyber security problems;
• The place for the most innovative and game-changing security solutions for AI, Blockchain, 5G, IOT and enterprise cyber security;
• Attractive audience - CIOs, CISOs and CTOs along with their teams are waiting to learn about the next groundbreaking solutions.

Time and location

11-15.05.2025

Maskat, Oman

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Oman Sustainability Week in nutshell:

• Target audience: entrepreneurs and professionals working in the following fields:

- renewable and sustainable energy like: green hydrogen, power generation, Internet of Things (IOT) and digitalization, wind and solar energy application, transformers, energy production from waste; - green and sustainable engineering, like: CO2 emissions management, emissions monitoring and reduction, environmental protection; - energy production, transmission and distribution, like: automation systems, cables, energy management; - environmental waste like: biogas production technology, composting technologies, pollution control equipment; - water and wastewater treatment, like: water treatment, Internet of Things (IOT) and digitization, agricultural and garden machines, irrigation systems.  

• Number of visitors: more than 7,000.

  Why Oman Sustainability Week?

• An innovative event focusing on sustainability in the global economy, held under the patronage of Prince Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said of Oman.
• The event brings together leaders in activities leading to sustainable development, including Petroleum Development Oman, OQ, be'ah, bp, Nama.
• The fair features side events across the country, including: The International Sustainability Resources & Technology Conference, SPE Gaia Summit, and open workshops on sustainability.
• The opportunity to participate in the Oman Sustainable Week Award 2023 in the categories of governance, society, environment, organizations, employees, government, education, and small and medium-sized businesses.
• Learning about the market and staying updatedn with the latest sustainability-related projects and technologies.
• Establishing relationships with industry leaders from all around the world, enriching your networking network with acquaintances from academia, government entities and professionals from Oman and other countries.
• Marketing support to reach an audience of up to 2 million via social media.
• Conscious influence to accelerate environmental, energy and water sustainability in line with the Sustainable Development Goals 2030 and Oman's Vision 2040.
• The 2040 strategy of seeking to reduce CO2 emissions announced by the Omani government is to be achieved by developing renewable energy projects. E.g. by 2027, Oman plans to generate 20% of its electricity through renewable energy sources, mostly emphasizing hydrogen - this will significantly increase the region's demand for such technologies and products

Time and location

12-14.05.2025

Maskat, Oman

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Oman Petroleum in a nutshekk:

• Trade Fair Themes: natural gas, crude oil, offshore, onshore, renewable energy sources and sustainable development, digital transformation;
• 300+ exhibitors;
• 20,000+ visitors.

Why Oman?

• Oman has significant oil and natural gas reserves. The country's energy supply is entirely generated by domestically produced natural gas and oil products;
• The Omani government is actively investing in energy infrastructure, including upgrading existing refineries and constructing new ones;
• The country collaborates with international oil companies, which contributes to the growth of foreign investments;
• Oman aims to diversify its energy mix to reduce its dependence on oil and gas. The Oman Vision 2040 strategy aims to increase the share of renewable energy sources in total energy production;
• Investments in renewable energy sources, including photovoltaic and wind farms, are crucial for the country's development;
• Oman aims to achieve a 30% share of renewable energy sources in electricity production by 2030.

Time and location

19-21.05.2025

Maskat, Oman

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Oman Design & Build Week in brief:

• Target audience: architects, furniture designers, interior designers, landscape architects, civil engineers, surveyors, developers; building technology and automation, modern construction technologies, tools, and building materials.
• 10,000+ exhibitors and visitors from around the world

Why Oman Design & Build Week?

• Oman is experiencing dynamic urbanization, infrastructure development, and real estate sector growth, contributing to increased demand for construction services. The construction industry in Oman is expected to see an average annual growth of 6.0% in 2023-2024, the highest estimated growth in GCC countries;
• Factors driving the growth of the construction industry in Oman include government investments (large projects such as port expansions, road, airport, and transport network construction create significant opportunities for construction companies) and tourism (Oman focuses on developing the tourism sector and tourism infrastructure, such as hotels, resorts, tourist attractions, and recreational facilities);
• Oman Design & Build Week is an ideal platform for all Polish companies seeking a clear market overview through discussions with potential partners and clients during the short duration of the fair, as well as establishing initial direct contacts with top players in the region;
• The event is organized under the patronage of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning of Oman and showcases the best lucrative investment opportunities in real estate available in the Omani market.

Time and location

21 - 23.05.2025

Berlin, Niemcy

Details

In Brief:

• Target Group: New technologies, IT, software, digital marketing, fintech, blockchain, technology management, mobile applications, databases, AI, 3D printing, data storage solutions, cybersecurity, smart home and smart city technologies, space industry, drones.

Why GITEX Europe?

• Access to European Tech Market: GITEX Europe provides its participants access to the European tech market worth USD 3 trillion. Additionally, it offers a comprehensive vision of digital transformation focused on talent development, innovation, and future-oriented technological investments.
• Global Tech Communities: The event connects technology communities from around the world, including tech experts in executive positions, government institutions, startups, developers, researchers, and investors.
• Conferences and Meetings: The trade show hosts numerous conferences and industry meetings that allow for establishing relationships with key market players.
• Derivative of GITEX Global: It is a derivative of GITEX Global, one of the world's largest trade events dedicated to new technologies.

Time and location

9-12.09.2025

Mediolan, Włochy

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GASTECH in a nutshell:

• Target Group: Energy industry, ClimateTech, gas & LNG, maritime transport, hydrogen solutions, EPC (engineering, procurement, construction)
• Number of Visitors: 50,000+
• Number of Exhibitors: 800+

Why GASTECH?

• Leading Forum: GASTECH is a leading forum dedicated to steering the energy industry towards a more sustainable future. Its aim is to bring together leading international energy specialists to collaborate, transform our energy system, and develop a new global industrial era.
• Event Composition: The event gathers CEOs of energy companies, policymakers, innovators, and technical experts.
• Global Event: It is a global event held in a different location each year, attracting investors not only from the USA but from all over the world.
• Current Year Location: This year's GASTECH will be held in Houston, Texas, a city renowned for tackling the world's toughest energy challenges.

Time and location

22.- 24.09.2025

Maskat, Oman

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Oman Health in a nutshell:

• Target audience: medical equipment & supplies; medical tourism; health clubs, spas, wellness centres; nutrition and organic products; healthcare facility design; international hospitals and medical centres; emergency management solutions; healthcare consulting; pharmaceutical drugs
• Number of exhibitors: 160 +
• Number of visitors: 6000 +

Why Oman Health?

• A chance to interact and do business with over 4 000 key buyers and potential business partners from the Middle East;
• An opportunity to examine a wide range of latest products, services, equipment and technologies from the best international healthcare companies;
• An opportunity to learn first-hand about new trends and current state of the international healthcare sector;
• A chance to meet and listen to industry experts from all around the world;
• An ideal opportunity to learn about key healthcare projects in Oman and to take advantage of new business opportunities they present.

Time and location

30.09-2.10.2025

Dubai, UAE

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WETEX in a nutshell:

• Target group: environmental protection, renewable energy, smart solutions for cities, water desalination technologies, water resource management, solutions for rational water use, waste management, green buildings and carbon reduction technologies
• Number of visitors: 38 000 +
• Number of exhibitors: 2 300 +

Why WETEX?

• WETEX has established itself as one of the largest and most important global exhibitions dedicated to water, environment and energy;
• More than 38,000 visitors from nearly 90 countries in one place at one time;
• The event showcases the latest developments in conventional and renewable energy, water, environmental protection and sustainability;
• As a world-class exhibition, it attracts professionals from across the energy sector, including engineering technology segments;
• Its main objective is to integrate all sectors of the energy industry and facilitate the creation of new commercial opportunities, facilitating the exchange of ideas and experiences and showcasing the latest innovations.

Time and location

12-15.10.2025

Dubai, UAE

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Expand North Star, Fintech Surge, Future Blockchain Summit, Marketing Mania in a nutshell:

• Target audience: start-ups, Fintech, blockchain, MarTech

Why Expand North Star, Fintech Surge, Future Blockchain Summit, Marketing Mania?

• An innovative festival of creativity, technology, competitions and business networking;
• The event brings together a top-notch panel of investors, corporate and government buyers and international media;
• Numerous conferences and industry meetings are held during the event, allowing you to establish relationships with key players in the market;
• The events will be held in cooperation with Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy;
• The 2023 edition will feature four events on in the same place at the same time: Expand North Star, Future Blockchain Summit, Marketing Mania, Gitex Impact - allowing the events to attract more than 1 000 exhibitors from all around the world.

Time and location

13- 17.10.2025

Dubai, UAE

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GITEX GLOBAL in a nutshell:

• Target audience: technology, computers, information technology, software, digital marketing, technology management, mobile applications, smart home technology, space industry, databases, artificial intelligence, 3D printing, smart cities, database storage solutions, drones, digital security
• Number of visitors: 100 000 +
• Number of exhibitors: 4 700 +

Why GITEX GLOBAL?

• Over 100 000 visitors in one place at one time;
• 4 700 exhibitors - an opportunity to review global solutions, trends, competition;
• Numerous conferences and industry meetings are held during the event, allowing you to establish relationships with key players in the market;
• 50% of visitors in director positions or higher;
• 85% of visitors view the event as a "key product sourcing platform" in the region.

Time and location

13- 17.10.2025

Dubai, UAE

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AI Everything in a nutshell:

• Target audience: companies offering artificial intelligence related solutions for industries such as education, energy, retail, finance, marketing, transportation, healthcare, etc.
• Number of visitors: 100 000 +
• Number of exhibitors: 200 +

Why AI Everything?

• As the first country in the world to elect a Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, the UAE is one of the leaders when it comes to proactively implementing AI initiatives across major industries;
• One of the world's largest gatherings of data scientists, policy makers and technology providers;
• The only artificial intelligence platform of its kind in the world, held in one of the leading countries using key technologies of the future to improve the lives of its people;
• Numerous conferences and industry meetings are held during the event, allowing you to establish relationships with key players in the market;
• The 2023 edition will also feature other new technology events: GITEX GLOBAL, Fintech Surge, Global DevSlam, GITEX Xverse - that's why the fair is supposed to attract up to 100,000 visitors.

Time and location

13- 17.10.2025

Dubai, ZEA

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DevSlam in a nutshell:

• Target audience: Full Stack Development; low-code/no-code automation; DevOps, DevSecOps; API; Talent Management Systems; cloud services.
• During the 2024 edition, several other events related to new technologies will take place simultaneously: GITEX GLOBAL, GITEX Impact, Future Urbanism, Global DevSlam, GITEX Xverse – this can attract up to 100,000 visitors.

Why DevSlam?

• DevSlam is the perfect opportunity to present yourself and your company to an international audience of talented developers, as well as to entrepreneurs, investors, and government officials specializing in new technologies.
• The event provides all exhibitors with the chance to gain valuable exposure and visibility in the international arena.
• DevSlam offers its participants a series of workshops, lectures, and sessions on the latest trends, best practices, and innovative technological solutions. The workshops are organized by such tech and business giants as Microsoft, Red Hat, Google Cloud, and Majid Al Futtaim.
• The event collaborates with Coders(hq) - a UAE government initiative and one of the world's largest conferences for developers, offering 5 days of industry content on topics such as Python, Java, DevOps, AI, ML, and Kubernetes.

Time and location

13-17.10.2025

Dubai, ZEA

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Future Urbanism in a nutshell:

• Target audience: Smart City experts; ICT; transport and mobility; energy and environment; Digital Governments; architecture, design, and consulting; security and protection; commercial and residential real estate.
• 15,000+ visitors
• 150+ exhibitors
• 200+ developers
• 50+ ministerial delegations

Why Future Urbanism?

• Future Urbanism Expo is a meeting place for various stakeholders - from megacity developers to government entities and infrastructure planners from around the world.
• The expo serves primarily as a platform for exchanging knowledge and experiences, which will help answer key questions regarding the smart cities of the future.
• Companies from around the world will also have space to conduct business meetings and promote their innovative technological solutions.
• According to the Smart City Index 2022, Dubai is currently the smartest city in the Middle East and one of the top 10 smartest cities worldwide. However, it is estimated that by 2050, Dubai's population will double. Therefore, the city's authorities are currently taking decisive steps to further modernize it. Additionally, the government has adopted an ambitious plan to make Dubai "the best place to live" by 2040.

Time and location

13-17.10.2025

Dubai, UAE

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Target audience: companies specialising in new technologies, banking and finance, industry and Industry 4.0, energy, transportation and logistics, food, tourism, construction, waste management.   Why GITEX Impact?

• The event brings together an international community of top executives from major global companies, policy makers, prominent academics and world-class experts and speakers;
• The program of the premiere edition of GITEX Impact is focused on the presence of influential public sector representatives and consists of a series of trainings, policy sessions, certification workshops, hackathons and roundtables;
• GITEX Impact serves as a platform for sharing knowledge and experiences in order to develop answers to key questions concerning the global green economy;
• Companies from all around the world will have space to hold business meetings and promote their innovative technological solutions.

Time and location

21 - 23.10.2025

ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi

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ADIFE in a nutshell:

• Target audience: food and beverage producers, distributors, agricultural producers, packaging industry, food technology specialists, restaurateurs, and hoteliers
• 650+ exhibitors
• 21,968+ visitors

Why ADIFE?

• The fair provides an opportunity to meet key people from the F&B industry, including distributors, retailers, buyers, procurement specialists, producers, chefs, representatives of government institutions, and HoReCa.
• During the event, dedicated business and government-level meetings with crucial industry decision-makers in the Middle East are organized.
• Exhibitors can use the networking application and schedule meetings with potential business partners.
• In 2023, cooperation agreements and contracts worth 3.9 billion AED were signed.

Time and location

4 - 7.11.2024

Abu Dhabi, UAE

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ADIPEC in a nutshell:

• ADIPEC is the world's most influential trade show for oil, gas and energy companies and professionals
• Number of visitors: 100 000 +
• Number of exhibitors: 2 000 +

Why ADIPEC?

• The event provides buyers and sellers the opportunity to meet, network, do business and discover new products, solutions and technologies from more than 2 000 exhibiting companies, including more than 50 NOCs, IOCs and IECs;
• Pavilion of the Polish Chamber of Commerce organized in cooperation with MK Business Link;
• 26 national pavilions.