Events & Exhibitions in Bahrain

Adel · July 16th, 2008, 07:12 AM

AIR SHOW DEAL
MANAMA

FARNBOROUGH: Bahrain will host a prestigious international air show in 2010, it was revealed last night. An agreement to this effect was signed yesterday by Civil Aviation Under-Secretary Capt Abdulrah-man Al Gaoud and Farnborough International Airshow managing director Trevor Sidebottom.

The show is expected to attract major international companies, specialised in military and civil aviation and support services, said a BNA statement.

Around 40,000 visitors from all over the world are also expected to visit the show.

Capt Al Gaoud said the agreement was the result of the wise policy of His Majesty King Hamad and his sagacious government that were behind the prevalent political, commercial and economic openness in the kingdom.

Bahrain enjoys a strategic position, huge potential, equipment and qualified national professionals which entitle it to excel in organising such big international events, he said.

"Bahrain International Airport's capability has been tremendously upgraded and the aviation business boosted, coupled with a similar boost in the Gulf region and the Middle East in general, the fact that made us think of hosting such an air show," he explained.

He said the event would bring together buyers and suppliers and feature static and flying displays.

This agreement coincides with the air industry trade event's 60th anniversary and the centenary of the first powered flight in England by Samuel Cody in 1908, Capt Al Gaoud noted.

Adel · October 13th, 2008, 07:11 AM

Bipex organisers hope to beat $38bn target
By MANDEEP SINGH

ORGANISERS of this year's Bahrain International Property Exhibition (Bipex 2008) are bracing themselves for a record attendance when the event kicks off later this month. Officials are hoping to beat the $38 billion (BD14.3bn) generated at last year's show when the three-day event begins on October 23.

"We have received a strong response from exhibitors, with 8,700sqm of exhibition area already sold out," said Bipex 2008 chairman Mohammed Khalil Alsayed.

"We also hope to surpass the participation of 70 companies who took part last year as well as the 12,000 visitor numbers."

The event, the fifth in as many years, is organised by the Bahrain Society of Engineers (BSE).

It is being held under the patronage of Premier's Court Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre (BIEC).

"The GCC region has so far remain unaffected by the fallout of the US sub-prime crisis," said Mr Alsayed during a Press conference at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.

"The buoyancy in oil prices has ensured a current account surplus of more than $200bn (BD75.6bn) for the third year in succession, much of it fuelling growth in the non-oil sector."

Mr Alsayed said the chief beneficiary had been the real estate and infrastructure development sector, which is emerging as a "safe haven" for international investors seeking to escaping the turmoil in the global equity markets.

He said Bipex was conceptualised to inform property buyers, developers, financiers and real estate agents about investment prospects in the region.

"It seeks to bring together investors, both regional and international, as well as real estate developers under one roof and put the spotlight on various developments in the real estate sector in the kingdom," said Mr Alsayed.

He said a key highlight of the exhibition would be an interactive technical property seminar that would provide technical details on finance, taxation and legal norms to potential investors.

BSE director of conferences Jameel Khalaf Al Alawi said the strong exhibitor response was a reflection of the consistent growth of the real estate sector in the Gulf.

"With the GCC boasting some of the most exciting waterfront developments and innovative real estate concepts, real estate investment trusts are being set up in association with banks to fund new projects," he said.

Mr Al Alawi said Bahrain remained in the forefront of this growth curve, being the first country in the region to grant property buyers the right of freehold ownership.

"This year we have participants from the UK, Portugal, India, the Philippines, the UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Jordan."

Admission is free for all and the exhibition will remain open from 10am to 9pm on all three days.

The premium sponsor for the event is Riffa Views.

roars1111 · August 29th, 2012, 11:19 AM

Bahrain International Exhibition & Convention Centre (BIECC) a most demanding exhibition and meeting space in Bahrain. The Exhibition & Convention facilities 145,000 square meters of highly efficient, flexible space able to accommodate a wide range of delegates. Capable to hold approximately 5,000 plus delegates and up to 30,000 visitors daily, supporting an extensible infrastructure with instant growing demands. Scheduled to be capable of hosting national, regional and international events simultaneously by 2013.

July 16th, 2008, 07:12 AM	#1
Adel Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 1,714 Likes (Received): 3	Events & Exhibitions in Bahrain AIR SHOW DEAL MANAMA FARNBOROUGH: Bahrain will host a prestigious international air show in 2010, it was revealed last night. An agreement to this effect was signed yesterday by Civil Aviation Under-Secretary Capt Abdulrah-man Al Gaoud and Farnborough International Airshow managing director Trevor Sidebottom. The show is expected to attract major international companies, specialised in military and civil aviation and support services, said a BNA statement. Around 40,000 visitors from all over the world are also expected to visit the show. Capt Al Gaoud said the agreement was the result of the wise policy of His Majesty King Hamad and his sagacious government that were behind the prevalent political, commercial and economic openness in the kingdom. Bahrain enjoys a strategic position, huge potential, equipment and qualified national professionals which entitle it to excel in organising such big international events, he said. "Bahrain International Airport's capability has been tremendously upgraded and the aviation business boosted, coupled with a similar boost in the Gulf region and the Middle East in general, the fact that made us think of hosting such an air show," he explained. He said the event would bring together buyers and suppliers and feature static and flying displays. This agreement coincides with the air industry trade event's 60th anniversary and the centenary of the first powered flight in England by Samuel Cody in 1908, Capt Al Gaoud noted. Last edited by Adel; July 18th, 2008 at 08:55 AM.

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October 13th, 2008, 07:11 AM	#2
Adel Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 1,714 Likes (Received): 3	Bipex organisers hope to beat $38bn target By MANDEEP SINGH ORGANISERS of this year's Bahrain International Property Exhibition (Bipex 2008) are bracing themselves for a record attendance when the event kicks off later this month. Officials are hoping to beat the $38 billion (BD14.3bn) generated at last year's show when the three-day event begins on October 23. "We have received a strong response from exhibitors, with 8,700sqm of exhibition area already sold out," said Bipex 2008 chairman Mohammed Khalil Alsayed. "We also hope to surpass the participation of 70 companies who took part last year as well as the 12,000 visitor numbers." The event, the fifth in as many years, is organised by the Bahrain Society of Engineers (BSE). It is being held under the patronage of Premier's Court Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre (BIEC). "The GCC region has so far remain unaffected by the fallout of the US sub-prime crisis," said Mr Alsayed during a Press conference at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. "The buoyancy in oil prices has ensured a current account surplus of more than $200bn (BD75.6bn) for the third year in succession, much of it fuelling growth in the non-oil sector." Mr Alsayed said the chief beneficiary had been the real estate and infrastructure development sector, which is emerging as a "safe haven" for international investors seeking to escaping the turmoil in the global equity markets. He said Bipex was conceptualised to inform property buyers, developers, financiers and real estate agents about investment prospects in the region. "It seeks to bring together investors, both regional and international, as well as real estate developers under one roof and put the spotlight on various developments in the real estate sector in the kingdom," said Mr Alsayed. He said a key highlight of the exhibition would be an interactive technical property seminar that would provide technical details on finance, taxation and legal norms to potential investors. BSE director of conferences Jameel Khalaf Al Alawi said the strong exhibitor response was a reflection of the consistent growth of the real estate sector in the Gulf. "With the GCC boasting some of the most exciting waterfront developments and innovative real estate concepts, real estate investment trusts are being set up in association with banks to fund new projects," he said. Mr Al Alawi said Bahrain remained in the forefront of this growth curve, being the first country in the region to grant property buyers the right of freehold ownership. "This year we have participants from the UK, Portugal, India, the Philippines, the UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Jordan." Admission is free for all and the exhibition will remain open from 10am to 9pm on all three days. The premium sponsor for the event is Riffa Views.

August 29th, 2012, 11:19 AM	#3
roars1111 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 6 Likes (Received): 0	Bahrain International Exhibition & Convention Centre (BIECC) a most demanding exhibition and meeting space in Bahrain. The Exhibition & Convention facilities 145,000 square meters of highly efficient, flexible space able to accommodate a wide range of delegates. Capable to hold approximately 5,000 plus delegates and up to 30,000 visitors daily, supporting an extensible infrastructure with instant growing demands. Scheduled to be capable of hosting national, regional and international events simultaneously by 2013.