RECORD BREAKING EVENT IN 2015
Sincerely,
Fehmi Ouaja
Exhibition Manager The BIG Show Oman The BIG Show Oman 2015 was thelargest building, construction and interior design event ever to take place in Oman.
This year, we focused on introducing more new profiles like the pool and spa, water technologies, green energy and the mechanical, electrical and plumbing sectors. The show registered more than 15,000 visitors—a record-breaking result for an Omani event. It has also achieved more than a 20% increase in exhibitor participation, both local and international, strengthening our drive to offer the best experience for both our exhibitors and visitors.
In 2016, you could expect to see more investment in free-to-attend, high-quality seminars and workshops. If we attract more potential buyers by providing new products, latest technologies, then we know that our exhibitors and sponsors will have the opportunity to meet more potential customers.
We look forward to seeing you from March 28 to 31, 2016 at the Oman International Exhibition Center.
TOP LINE FIGURES
Number of show editions to date
Gross exhibition space (sqm)
Exhibiting companies
National pavilions
(Germany, Italy, Austria, India, China, Turkey and Iran)
Representing countries
Total Number of Trade Visitors
Under the patronage of
His Excellency Dr. Rasheed bin Al Safi Al Huraibi
Chairman of the Tender Board
12
17,700
373
7
18
15,603
15,603
VISITORS
EXHIBITION PROFILE
Air-Conditioning Systems Bathroom Fittings Building Materials Ceramics and TilesCleaning Equipment and Waste Management Solutions
Concrete and Cement Products Construction Vehicles
Curtains and Beddings Decorative Panels Doors and Windows Electrical Products
Electronic Equipment Fiberglass Products Flooring Materials Hardware Products
Heat Control Films Heavy Equipment Home Décor and Furnishings Kitchen Products and Equipment Lighting Fixtures
Marble and Stone Products Maintenance Supplies Paint Products
Pipes and Plumbing Fixtures
PVC Building Materials Refrigeration Equipment Rock Drilling Tools Sanitary Wares Security Systems Sofas and Furniture Steel and Metal Products Wall Panels and Partitions Wood Products
Wood Machinery and a whole lot more!
HOW DO EXHIBITORS RATE
THE EXHIBITION OVERALL?
89.7%
8.1%
2.2%
Very Successful Fairly Successful Not Too Successful78%
of the exhibitors said that they are satisfied with the quality and number of visitors to the show.78%
of the exhibitors said that they will participate in the 2016 edition.15 0
248
311
373
2012
2013
2014
2015
NUmBER OF
EXHIBITORs
REASONS FOR
VISITING
Gather informationon new products
71%
Interact with industry professionals
21%
Explore potential representation or partnership11%
Evaluate the show for future participation
5%
Place orders14%
Meet potential suppliers / business partners40%
WHO VISITED THE BIG sHOw?
Consultants Traders and Contractors
Engineers Project Managers
Architects Interior Designers Buyers / End Users Importers / Suppliers Property Developers
9.6%
10%
9%
37%
13%
5.6%
37%
23%
31%
HOW DO VISITORS RATE
THE EXHIBITION OVERALL?
68.6%
30.8%
0.5%
Very Successful Fairly Successful
Not Too Successful
63.1%
of the visitors said that the show fully met their expectations.34.3%
of the visitors said that the show satisfactorily met their expectations.2.5%
of the visitors said that the show fairly met their expectations.KEY INDUSTRY TESTImONIALS
“I wanted to thank Omanexpo for organizing a successful event and ensuring that the marketing/promotion was “acceptable” to help flood in people. We are happy to have sponsored the event and believe that we will continue to be partners in the future. It is our opinion that this is the premier exhibition in the country for end-users. We are happy to know that next year the event will be held at the new Oman Convention & Exhibition Center.”
Santosh Bhasme
Sales & Marketing Manager, Al Nasr Group of Companies
Oman
“The BIG Show 2015 has been a grand success in terms of the large number of visitors coming across various segments of Omani society. We wish the BIG Show becomes even bigger in the coming years.”
Babak Golriz
Director of Operations, Nawa International Oman
Prakash Panicker
Business Head, International Equipment & Contracting Company (Suhail Bahwan Group), Oman
“On behalf of the M/S. Al Nasr Group of Companies, I would like to extend our appreciation for the amazing work done by your team. Your professionalism as event organizers has impressed the entire team immensely and we consider ourselves honored to be part of The BIG Show 2015. Your devoted watch to details ensured a smooth flow of events which drew nods of endorsement from the group and participants. I praise the Omanexpo team on a job well done and I have no uncertainty in recommending your able services to others who have events and functions to hold.”
KEY INDUSTRY TESTImONIALS
“This is the first time we participated in The BIG Show and we are very satisfied about the outcome of the exhibition overall, participation and visitor-wise. We will definitely participate in the next edition.”
Serkan Demirayak
General Manager, Demirayak Metal Insaat Turkey
“It was nice attending The BIG Show Oman with our product and as a newcomer and yet to launch a product. It was a good platform to get many valuable product reviews from different sectors—people in one place and distributorship inquiries as well to interact with end customers.”
mohamed Faisal
Business Manager, Eurotherm PP-R Pipe System Oman
“We have participated more than once in The BIG Show and we could say that this year’s show is much better than last year’s edition. We will surely not miss taking part next year.”
Peter Edmon
Erkat Spezialmaschinen und Service GmBH Germany
“We would like to thank Omanexpo for their support and help in being part of this beautiful event. Thanks to their efforts, we have accomplished all the goals we were hoping to accomplish.”
Jehad mohammed Al Khalili
Deputy Managing Director Al Khaleel Group, Oman
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ABOUT THE BIG SHOW
The BIG (Builders International Gathering) Show is an international event that caters to the requirements of the building and construction industry in Oman and the wider region. It was launched as Interiors and Buildex in 2002 and rebranded as The BIG Show in 2010. In 2009, it received recognition as a UFI-approved event by UFI-the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry. Now on its 12th edition, it
is recognized as the biggest and most important event for the sector.
EXHIBITION PROFILE
CERAmIC & mARBLE
HVAC
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPmENT
& TOOLS
DOORS & WINDOWS
WATER TECHNOLOGIES
STEEL
KITCHEN & BATHROOm
GREEN ENERGY
CONCRETE & CEmENT
INTERIOR DESIGN
POOL & SPA
WOOD & WOODWORKING
A new world-class convention center, set to become an iconic landmark for Muscat and the Sultanate of Oman. Designed to host national, regional and international conventions, exhibitions, and business events, it features an auditorium that can seat 3,200 people, 14 meeting rooms, 22,000 square meters of exhibition space, 3, 4 and 5-star hotel rooms, a shopping mall, a sports center, and a low-rise 70-square meter park. It is 10 minutes away from the new Muscat International Airport. For more information, visit www.omanconvention.com.
AN OVERVIEW OF OmAN’S CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
Oman’s construction industry foresees healthy growth driven mainly by government investment in infrastructure, as evidenced by the robust pipeline of large-scale construction projects and tenders being awarded to Oman construction companies and foreign contractors. Apart from the rise in scale of construction activity this year, the scope of building development is also seen to expand.The government has planned US$ 56 billion worth of projects within the next two years, of which US$ 20 billion is earmarked for the transport sector, which includes Oman National Railway.
According to data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), Oman’s gross domestic product (GDP) increased 4.6 per cent at the end of December 2014, standing at US$ 81.7 billion compared to US$ 80.7 billion in 2013. The construction industry witnessed a growth of 8.3 per cent touching US$ 5.2 billion.
THE NEW EXHIBITION VENUE
Omanexpo is pleased to announce that The BIG Show 2017
will be held at the new Oman Convention & Exhibition Center.
UAE
OMAN
CROWNE PLAzA HOTEL
The US$3.5-billion The Wave, Muscat is Oman’s first integrated tourism complex (ITC), which includes 4,000 residential properties, four hotels, 120 retail outlets consisting of international cafes, restaurants and shops, office buildings, an 18-hole golf course, a 400-berth marina—Almouj Marina (Oman’s largest private yachting hub), and parks.
It is spread along a 600-kilometer stretch of coastline, with a total area of 2.5 million square meters. The project is expected to be completed in 2022.
The European-inspired Kempinski Wave Hotel & Resort is built to a maximum five-storey height plus basement and parking. It is a beachfront resort including a 309-room, five-star hotel and 77 hotel apartments, seven restaurants, a ballroom that can accommodate more than 750 people, and luxury spa, a beach club with recreational and health facilities including tennis courts, a spa and swimming pools, a six lane bowling alley, male and female hair salon and various luxury F&B outlets. With a plot of approximately 40,000 square meters, it is part of The Wave, Muscat development valued at US$ 140.6 million.
Construction of a 4-star, 300-room Crowne Plaza Hotel at the Oman Convention & Exhibition Center. The hotel will include a two-level basement car park to accommodate 270 vehicles, a ground floor, mezzanine and six additional floors with standard guest rooms, junior and executive suites and a presidential suite, in addition to a ballroom, executive lounge, restaurant and a specialty restaurant. The project is valued at US$ 43.5 million.
mUSCAT AND SALALAH AIRPORT PROJECT THE WAVE, mUSCAT
Oman’s latest integrated tourism complex (ITC), a US$ 600-million development project that comprises 398 hilltop villas, stylish townhouses, duplexes and luxury apartments spread across five residential zones, a beachfront, recreational club, and a landscaped park on a 2.2 million square-kilometer land and a high point of 250 meters above sea level.
SARAYA BANDAR JISSAH PROJECT
OmAN: BIG COUNTRY, BIG POTENTIAL
KEmPINSKI WAVE HOTEL
The project, a combined estimate of USD 5.2 billion, involves the major expansion of the Muscat and Salalah airports. Muscat International Airport will consist of a construction of a new control tower and data center, a passenger terminal building, and a cargo building.
Salalah International Airport will involve the construction of a new terminal building, expanding the length of the runway, and addition of a cargo building.
OMAN
Construction of a five-storey, five-star hotel with 300 rooms, a ballroom, swimming pools and a spa, and lounge area. The property is located at the Oman Convention & Exhibition Center, a landmark project that will form the centerpiece of Oman's regional business development program. It is valued at US$ 91 million.
A US$ 129-million mall featuring the largest theme park in Oman that includes a Snow Village with an ice skating rink and a 12-screen multiplex cinema with 4D, an ampitheatre, food courts and family entertainment area and 70 branded hotel apartments.
The mall will cover a total plot of 180,000 square meters, northwest of Muscat International Airport.
JW mARRIOTT HOTEL PROJECT: PHASE 1
A 290-room, five-star hotel adjacent to the Royal Opera House, which is expected to be one of Oman’s sought-after destinations among travelers.
W RESORT HOTEL: PHASE 1
A French world-class resort consisting of 398 rooms and 32 residences, which is part of the 15.6 million square meter Salalah Beach ITC Project situated along an 8.2-kilometer long coastline.
The Salalah Beach project features an extensive array of retail and restaurant facilities, golf courses, a 200-berth inland marina with dockside restaurants and cafes.
CLUB mEDITERRANEE HOTEL
Oman’s biggest indoor theme park/entertainment facility spread over a sprawling 25,000-square meter area. The first of its kind in the Sultanate, it will be able to accommodate 3,000 visitors a day or half a million people in a year. The project is estimated at US$ 103.9 million
mAJARAT OmAN THEmE PARK
The BIG SHOW Oman next edition:
mARCH 28-31, 2016
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PLEASE CONTACT:
Donald Taylor
+968 24660124
+968 91371230
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+971 432 77733
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Fehmi Ouaja
+968 24660116
+968 99886396
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