POST SHOW REPORT 2014 17 - 20 November 2014, Dubai World Trade Centre
THE BIGGEST BIG 5.
EVER.
80,178 PARTICIPANTS 8% INCREASE FROM 2013
2,801 EXHIBITORS 61 COUNTRIES 24% NEW EXHIBITORS
100% SOLD OUT
55 CPD CERTIFIED WORKSHOPS Diamond Sponsor
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsor
Information Services Partner
The Big 5 2014 was officially opened by His Highness Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Free Zone Partner
Bathroom Solutions Partner
Cladding Partner
HVAC Partner
100% SOLD OUT 2014
TOP LINE FIGURES
A DEFINING YEAR FOR THE BIG 5
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The construction market in the GCC continues to grow with $195 billion worth of contracts awarded across the GCC in 2014, a 22% increase on 2013.
2,801
NUMBER OF YEARS THE SHOW HAS RUN
This growth, coupled with the need for designers, clients and contractors to source products that are innovative, environmentally friendly and price competitive means that more than ever, The Big 5 is an essential event for buyers looking for construction products that will help deliver sustainable projects on time and within budget. 2014 was a defining year for The Big 5. Whilst the exhibition continued to provide visitors with the opportunity to source thousands of construction products from all over the world, it also established itself as an event where construction professionals can develop their learning on technical, legislative, business focused and vocational subjects.
EXHIBITING COMPANIES
147
30
VISITING COUNTRIES
NATIONAL PAVILIONS
50
55
TECHNICAL SEMINARS & CONFERENCES
CPD CERTIFIED WORKSHOP
With 55 CPD accredited workshops, 60 seminars, 3 conferences and 30 live demonstrations, The Big 5 is the only event in the Middle East and Asia which provides this much free educational content, content which attracts thousands of professional buyers.
80,178
GLOBAL PARTICIPANTS*
That’s why The Big 5 continues to be the first choice for exhibitors who are looking to grow their business in the Middle East.
*includes revisits
We look forward to seeing you at The Big 5 2015.
All visitor and exhibitor figures are BPA audited
Andy White Group Event Director - The Big 5
www.thebig5.ae
80,178 GLOBAL PARTICIPANTS
8%
INCREASE ON 2013
GEOGRAPHICAL BREAKDOWN OF PARTICIPANTS COUNTRY
PARTICIPANTS
United Arab Emirates Saudi Arabia Oman Qatar Kuwait Bahrain Total GCC MENA (excl. GCC) Africa (excl. North Africa) Asia Europe Americas Other Total Rest of World
37,660 7,083 1,620 1,609 1,562 1,027 50,561 8,491 1,406 7,592 11,058 912 158 29,617
TOTAL PARTICIPANTS
80,178
All participant figures are BPA audited
VISITORS BY NATURE OF BUSINESS MAIN CONTRACTOR
ENGINEERING FIRM
MEP CONTRACTOR
ARCHITECTURAL / DESIGN PRACTICE BUILDING CONSULTANCY
AGENT / DISTRIBUTOR
REAL ESTATE PROJECT DEVELOPER MANAGEMENT FIRM
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT FIRM GOVERNMENT
VISITORS BY JOB FUNCTION CEOS / PRESIDENTS / CHAIRMEN / DIRECTORS
PURCHASING MANAGERS
PROJECT MANAGERS / LEADERS FACILITIES MANAGERS
ENGINEERS
CONSULTANTS ARCHITECTS
INTERIOR DESIGNERS
www.thebig5.ae
PLANT / FACTORY MANAGERS
SITE MANAGERS
CONTRACTS MANAGERS
QUANTITY SURVEYORS
147 VISITING COUNTRIES
QUICK VISITOR FACTS
89% INFLUENCE THE PURCHASING OF PRODUCTS
81%
92%
96%
CONSIDER THE BIG 5 IMPORTANT TO THEIR BUSINESS
WOULD RECOMMEND THE BIG 5 TO A COLLEAGUE
WILL MOST LIKELY RETURN TO THE BIG 5 NEXT YEAR
REASONS FOR VISITING 62%
61%
To source new international products
To discover the latest product innovations / trends
54%
To source new regional products
53%
To source a specific product / service
45%
To meet with a current supplier(s)
28%
35%
To find a local distributor
To network with the industry
WHAT OUR VISITORS SAY ABOUT THE BIG 5 My company will save somewhere in the range of $4-5 million, as we approached new suppliers and included better products in our contract executions, based on the findings during this visit to The Big 5.
I always attend The Big 5 because it helps me to network with my suppliers. It is also a great opportunity to discover new products related to construction industry.
Rajeshkumar Bhayani General Manager Procurement Galfar Engineering & Contracting SAOG
Ali Sadeddin Procurement Manager Emirates Falcon Electromechanical Company
www.thebig5.ae
24%
2,801 EXHIBITORS
NEW EXHIBITORS
TOP 3 REASONS FOR EXHIBITING
$
DO BUSINESS AND NETWORK WITH BUYERS DIRECTLY
CAPITALISE ON THE $ 4.3 TRILLION CONSTRUCTION MARKET IN MENA
EXPOSE YOUR BRAND TO 80,000+ CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS
EXHIBITORS BY COUNTRY Europe
43%
2%
1%
Americas
21%
1%
30%
Asia
North Africa
1% GCC
Africa
Middle East excl GCC
Australia & New Zealand
1%
PRODUCTS SHOWCASED AT THE BIG 5 Bathrooms, Kitchens & Sanitary Ware
Landscaping Products & Services
Building Services
Marble, Ceramic & Stone
Communications
Metal, Steel & Aluminium
Concrete & Related Products
Pipelines
Construction Tools
Plumbing & Water Technology
Conveying Systems
PMV & Related Products
Decorative Products
Safety & Security Equipment
Electrical Systems
Software & IT
Facilities Management Services
Solar Energy
Finishes (Coating, Painting, Gypsum, Tiling etc)
Special Construction (Swimming Pools, Fountains etc)
Fire Suppression & Protection
Thermal and Moisture Protection, Insulation & Sealants
Glass & Glazing
Windows, Doors & Claddings
HVAC
Wood, Plastic & Composite www.thebig5.ae
105 EDUCATIONAL EVENTS PROVIDING FREE EDUCATION
CPD CERTIFIED WORKSHOPS
EXCELLENT FEEDBACK AND ATTENDANCE
W NE
55
ATTRACTING MORE VISITORS
The Big 5 offered 55 free-to-attend CPD certified workshops to help industry professionals stay up-to-date with the rapid technological changes and support their professional development.
3,237
ATTENDEES AT THE WORKSHOPS
With topics ranging from Project Management to BIM and from Procurement Planning to Effective Cost Control, the CPD accredited workshops provided visitors with free certified training.
484
DELEGATES AT THE CONFERENCE
Delivering innovative solutions and proven best practice to plan, design and build sustainable cities of the future in the MENA region, the Sustainable Design and Construction Conference included sessions presented by His Excellency Nasser Lootah, Director General at Dubai Municipality, as well as Abdulla Rafia, Assistant Director General at Dubai Municipality.
177
85%
RATED THE WORKSHOPS AS GOOD OR EXCELLENT
83%
RATED THE CONFERENCE AS GOOD OR EXCELLENT
DELEGATES AT THE “HOW TO TRADE IN THE UAE” SEMINAR
Providing top tips and information to help foreign companies navigate the regulatory framework to set up a business, license their products and meet local distributors.
www.thebig5.ae
30%
MORE DELEGATES THAN IN 2013
SPECIAL FEATURES AT THE BIG 5 30
MORE
THAN EVER BEFORE
LIVE PRODUCT DEMONSTRATIONS
A unique opportunity for exhibitors to present their product, highlight its advantages and practical applications and interact with potential buyers in a live environment.
40
MEMBERS IN INNOVATION TRAIL
A brand new feature at the 2014 show, the Innovation Trail was designed to take visitors on a journey with pre-selected stops featuring the most innovative products. A great way to engage with new buyers directly at your stand.
200
ENTRIES FOR GAIA AWARDS
Prestigious awards honouring construction products which have adopted the concept of moving toward a more sustainable built environment.
650
PLATINUM CLUB MEMBERS
The Platinum Club is an exclusive invite-only club for the Middle East and Asia’s most influential construction industry professionals who directly influence the purchasing of products and services for projects valued at $100+ million.
www.thebig5.ae
WOULD YOU LIKE TO EXHIBIT AT THE BIG 5 2015? CONTACT OUR SALES TEAM TO SECURE A STAND TODAY: GCC enquiries Patrick Gedeon
[email protected] +971 (0)4 4380 355
International enquiries Kamran Mehdiyev
[email protected] +971 (0)4 4380 355
23 - 26 NOVEMBER 2015 Dubai World Trade Centre
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