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Omanexpo signs up Kanoo as Official Logistics Sponsor

Major companies and organisations sponsor Interiors & Buildex 2010

Interiors & Buildex 2010 registers strong growth in exhibitors

Interiors & Buildex set in March 2010

Interiors & Buildex 2009 set records in number of exhibitors and visitors

Wide range of products and equipment on display at Interiors & Buildex 2009

Interiors & Buildex 2009 opens today

Kuwaiti companies to showcase products at Interiors & Buildex 2009

Dosteen signs up as gold sponsor and major exhibitor at Interiors & Buildex

Windows 2000 to participate in Interiors & Buildex as Platinum Sponsor

Omanexpo launches Interiors & Buildex 2009

Major Omanexpo signs up Kanoo as Official Logistics Sponsor


Muscat, Oman, 15 February 2010 – Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo & Co. will serve as the “Official Logistics Sponsor” of Omanexpo’s two upcoming major exhibitions, namely the Interiors & Buildex 2010 on March 15-17 and the seventh Oil & Gas West Asia (OGWA) Exhibition and Conference on April 11-13.

“We are glad to be associated with both Interiors & Buildex and OGWA, which are among the biggest trade events in the region, and we look forward to greatly contributing to the success of these shows as the Official Logistics Sponsor,” said Colin Clarke, Executive General Manager, Kanoo Freight.

Established in Bahrain way back in 1890, Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo & Co. is one of the largest, independent, family-owned groups of companies in the Gulf region. The company has been operating extensively in the United Arab Emirates and Oman since the early 1960s. Starting out initially in the trading and shipping business, it has grown over the years to become a diversified business conglomerate whose activities encompass travel and shipping, machinery and industrial chemicals, oil & gas, power and industrial projects, as well as cargo services and exhibition services.

Kanoo’s range of cargo services includes customs clearing, door-to-door services, inland haulage and overland transportation, warehousing and distribution, airline cargo GSAs, and international freight forwarding. Kanoo Exhibition Services, on the other hand, has over 20 years of experience in exhibition freight, and its services include import and export of goods via air, see and land, clearing and forwarding, and on-site handling.

As the Official Logistics Sponsor of Interiors & Buildex 2010 and OGWA 2010, Kanoo will be responsible for clearing the cargo of exhibitors, ensure the timely delivery of goods to the exhibition centre, respond to all customs-related inquiries, and eventually handle the forwarding of exhibitor goods back to their country of origin immediately after each exhibition. Kanoo will also be the only company allowed to operate any lifting equipment on-site. With the strong participation of international exhibitors in both exhibitions, the role of Kanoo is very crucial in effectively addressing all logistical challenges at both Interiors & Buildex 2010 and OGWA 2010.

“Having Kanoo as the Official Logistics Sponsor in two of our biggest trade exhibitions gives us the peace of mind that all cargo-related issues will be handled properly and professionally during these events,” said Nasser Diab, general manager of Omanexpo, the pioneer exhibition management company in Oman and the leading organiser of major trade shows in the sultanate.

Interiors & Buildex is one of the biggest events in the region for the building and construction industry, which is now experiencing rapid growth with the implementation of various multimillion-dollar projects in many parts of the sultanate. First launched in 2003, the three-day international exhibition showcases all types of building materials construction equipment and interior furnishings.
OGWA, for its part, is also one of the largest energy events in the Middle East region, and it has consistently attracted the participation of many national oil & gas companies from the GCC, international oil & gas majors, leading local companies and other service providers. Held under the patronage of the Ministry of Oil & Gas, the event highlights the continued development of the region’s oil & gas industry and also serves as a forum for discussing the challenges facing the industry.

For more information, please contact Omanexpo at +968-24660124 or e-mail info@omanexpo.com


 
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Major companies and organisations sponsor Interiors & Buildex 2010


Muscat, Oman, 29 January 2010 – The A growing number of companies and organisations are giving their full support to Interiors & Buildex 2010 by way of sponsorship, highlighting its importance as one of the biggest events for the building and construction industry in the Middle East region.

The international exhibition, which will be held on March 15-17 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre and has the distinction of being a “UFI-Approved Event,” is being supported for the third straight year by Windows 2000 as the platinum sponsor. The gold sponsors are Panorama Windows Co. LLC and Dosteen Doors & Engg. Services, while Darwish AST Services LLC, V-Kool Oman and IQue serve as the silver sponsors. In addition, the official logistics partner of Interiors & Buildex 2010 is Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo & Co, while the event’s visitor badge sponsor is Mohammed Riaz & Partner LLC.

Organised by Omanexpo, Interiors & Buildex 2010 is also officially endorsed by the Oman Chamber of Commerce & Industry (OCCI), the Oman Society of Contractors, the Oman Society of Engineers, UK Trade & Investment, and the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey.

The media sponsors of Interiors & Buildex 2010 include Arab Construction World as the official magazine, Construction World as the international official magazine, and Al Maskan Magazine, OER Dossier-Construction, Times of Oman and Al Shabiba as the media partners.

“The list of high-profile companies and organisations that are supporting Interiors & Buildex 2010 speaks a lot about the quality of this international exhibition, which continues to grow every year as Oman pushes ahead with the implementation of its development plans,” said Nasser Diab, general manager of Omanexpo, the pioneer exhibition management company and the leading organiser of professional trade shows in the sultanate. Omanexpo is a member of UFI-The International Association of the Exhibition Industry and the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE).

All sponsors and supporting organisations of Interiors & Buildex 2010 are entitled to many benefits, including wide media exposure resulting from the comprehensive promotional campaign to raise awareness about the event. Sponsors also gain competitive edge over their competitors by further strengthening their presence in Oman’s vibrant building and construction industry.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities at Interiors & Buildex 2010, please contact Omanexpo at +968-24660124 or Mr. Abdullah Beg, project manager, at mobile no. +968-95140104 or e-mail abdullah@omanexpo.com.

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Interior & Buildex 2010 registers strong growth in exhibitors


Muscat, Oman, 19 December 2009 – The seventh edition of Interiors & Buildex will kick off at the Oman International Exhibition Centre on March 15-17 next year and will once again strengthen its reputation as the biggest event in Oman for the building and construction industry with the participation of a growing number of local and international companies.

Organised by Omanexpo LLC, Interiors & Buildex 2010 comes at a time when various multimillion-dollar development projects are being implemented in many parts of the sultanate, thus continuously increasing the demand for all types of building materials, construction equipment and interior furnishings.

Recognising the attractive opportunities in the industry, a large number of companies from within Oman and from other countries worldwide have already confirmed their participation at Interiors & Buildex 2010. With its ability to consistently attract the largest number of industry professionals, the three-day event is seen by exhibitors as the ideal platform for launching new products, expanding their client base, meeting potential business partners, as well as boosting their presence in Oman’s vibrant building and construction industry.

“Over the years, Interiors & Buildex has fully developed its preeminent status as a professional trade event that delivers results to our exhibitors while providing industry professionals with all the requirements they need in their projects,” said Nasser Diab, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading organiser of trade shows in the sultanate.

Diab pointed out that Interiors & Buildex 2010 will prominently showcase a wide range of cement and concrete products, air-conditioning equipment, paint products, bathroom fittings, various types of marble products, doors and windows, home and office furnishings, electrical products, lighting fixtures, and hundreds of other products. For the first time since the launching of the event in 2003, Interiors & Buildex 2010 will also have a special section for new product launches as well as a bigger area for all types of heavy equipment.

With still three months to go before the exhibition, a large number of firms that directly serve the industry have already signed up for Interiors & Buildex 2010. These include leading local companies such as Windows 2000, the Al Sulaimi Group, Kehlan Trading & Contracting LLC, OMASCO, Business & Trade, Dosteen Doors & Eng’g Services, Enshaat Building Material Mfg. LLC, Sadolin Paints (Oman) Ltd., Darwish AST Services LLC, and the National Plastic Factory.

International companies from many countries including Turkey, Italy, Lebanon, Germany, the UK and the UAE will also be on hand at Interiors & Buildex 2010 to introduce a wide range of new products to the local market. Among the first international companies to book their stand was Alomi Real Wood Floors, which had a very successful participation in the previous edition of the event.
“I do nearly 20 shows a year. Interiors & Buildex 2009 was the busiest, best organized and most successful,” said Albert Douglas, CEO of Alomi Real Wood Floors. “I never stopped for the entire three days from early morning to late at night. People were upbeat, positive and actually placed orders on the stand.”

Interiors & Buildex 2010 is officially supported by the Oman Chamber of Commerce & Industry (OCCI). For the third straight year, the event is also being supported by Windows 2000 as the platinum sponsor, with Darwish AST Services LLC as the silver sponsor. The media sponsors include Arab Construction World as the official magazine, Construction World as the international official magazine, and Al Maskan Magazine, Times of Oman and Al Shabiba as the media partners.
For stand reservations or for more information on Interiors & Buildex 2010, please contact Abdullah Beg, Omanexpo project manager, at tel. no. +968-24660124, mobile no. +968-95140107, or e-mail abdullah@omanexpo.com. More information about the event is also available online at www.interiorsbuildex.com.

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Interiors & Buildex set in March 2010

Muscat, Oman, 16 August 2009 – After the highly successful edition of the event early this year, preparations are now underway for the next edition of Interiors & Buildex, which will be held on March 15-17, 2010 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre.

Organised by Omanexpo LLC, Interiors & Buildex 2010 will once again showcase the widest range of building materials, construction equipment, interior furnishings and many other products for all types of construction and interior design projects in the sultanate. The three-day event set a number of records this year with the participation of more than 185 countries from over 20 countries, thus reaffirming its reputation as the biggest event for the building and construction industry in Oman.

“Now on its seventh edition, Interiors & Buildex has firmly established itself as the premier event for companies serving the sultanate’s vibrant building and construction industry. It is the only show that can attract the largest number of exhibitors and the highest number of industry professionals,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading organiser of trade shows in the sultanate.

In fact, in recognition of the prestige of the event, Interiors & Buildex has recently been certified as a “UFI-approved event” by the Paris-based UFI-The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry. As explained by association, “an exhibition identified as a ‘UFI-approved event’ is a proof of high quality, thus providing exhibitors and visitors alike with the assurance of making a sound business investment.” Interiors & Buildex successfully achieved certification after UFI had audited the show’s exhibition statistics, including its total net exhibition space, the number of local and international exhibitors as well as the number of visitors.

Paul pointed out that as before, Interiors & Buildex 2010 is once again expected to attract a veritable who’s who of Oman’s building and construction sector, with the participation of all leading companies in the industry. The strong presence of major companies will ensure that the exhibition will truly provide industry professionals with all their requirements – from cement and concrete products, air conditioning equipment, doors and windows, and marble products to heavy equipment, bathroom fittings, paint products, lighting fixtures and electrical products.

In addition to the large number of local exhibitors, Interiors & Buildex 2010 will also feature many international companies, with big pavilions once again expected from countries like Turkey, Italy and the UAE and with the participation of a growing number of exhibitors from Germany, India, Thailand, China and many other countries. According to Paul, the strong interest of foreign companies in the Oman market clearly indicates the emergence of the sultanate as a growing market for all types of products for the building and construction industry.

Interiors & Buildex 2010 is officially supported by the Oman Chamber of Commerce & Industry (OCCI). For the third straight year, the event is also supported by Windows 2000 as the platinum sponsor. Windows 2000 is an Omani company in the business of the manufacturing and installation of high-quality uPVC windows and doors

For stall reservations or for more information on Interiors & Buildex 2010, please contact Abdullah Beg, Omanexpo project manager, at tel. no. +968-24660124, mobile no. +968-95140107, or e-mail abdullah@omanexpo.com . More information about the event is also available online at www.interiorsbuildex.com .

                                                                                                                                      
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Interiors & Buildex 2009 set records in number of exhibitors and visitors

Muscat, Oman, 21 March 2009 – The recently concluded Interiors & Buildex 2009 lived up to its reputation as the biggest event in Oman for the building and construction industry by bringing together a record number of exhibitors as well as by attracting thousands of visitors on all days of the event.

The international exhibition, which was held on March 16-18 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre in Muscat, prominently featured a wide range of building materials, construction equipment, and interior furnishings. Organised by Omanexpo LLC, the three-day event was intended to serve the growing requirements of the sultanate’s vibrant building and construction industry, which presently continues to experience rapid growth with the implementation of various multimillion-dollar projects in many parts of the country.

“We are highly pleased with the results of Interiors & Buildex 2009 as many of our exhibitors reported having signed lucrative business deals during the exhibition,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading exhibition management company in the sultanate.

Paul pointed out that the sixth edition of Interiors & Buildex made history by attracting the participation of a total number of 185 exhibitors, a dramatic increase from only 104 participating companies a year earlier. In addition, industry professionals and other trade visitors packed the exhibition hall on a daily basis, with the total visitor count reaching 7,276 for the whole three-day event.

“The exhibition was extremely well organised. The participants and visitors had a complete focus on their requirements,” commented Said Al Saqri, managing director of Windows 2000, an Omani company that is engaged in the manufacture and installation of uPVC windows and doors.

Other major Omani companies that had stalls at Interiors & Buildex 2009 included Al Anwar Ceramic Tiles Co., Al Hashar & Company, Al Turki Enterprises, Business & Trade, Dosteen Doors & Engineering Services, Innovation Building, International Kitchens, Kehlan Trading & Contracting, Mohammad Riaz & Partner, Muscat Electronics, Natural Stone Co., Nuhas Oman, Oman Concrete Products, Oman Modern Electronics, Oman Trading Establishment, Sadolin Paints (Oman) Ltd., Services & Trade Co., Shanfari & Partners, Speed House Building Construction, Stone & Marble International, Teejan Furnishing, and Technique LLC.

In addition to the strong presence of leading companies in Oman, Interiors & Buildex 2009 also featured a large number of foreign exhibitors, led by the Turkish pavilion with 22 participating companies, the UAE pavilion with 18 companies, and the Kuwaiti pavilion with 15 companies. Other countries that were represented in the exhibition included Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, Germany, India, Italy, Lebanon, Malaysia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Saudi Arabia, and Thailand.

“It was a very good exhibition, and we were glad to participate,” said Rizzetto Giorgio of Walking Sticks s.r.l., which is based in Italy.

Interiors & Buildex 2009 was formally inaugurated by H.E. Eng. Sultan bin Hamdoun bin Saif Al Harthy, Chairman of the Muscat Municipality, in the presence of ministry officials, ambassadors, the top management of participating companies, and other distinguished guests.

The international exhibition was supported by Windows 2000 as the platinum sponsor, Panorama Windows Co. and Dosteen Doors & Engineering Services LLC as the gold sponsors, and IQue as the silver sponsor. Interiors & Buildex 2009 was officially endorsed by the Oman Society of Engineers, the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (PEIE), UK Trade & Investment, the German Industry and Commerce - Oman, Qatar and UAE, and the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Muscat.

The media sponsors included Construction Week as the official publication, Arab Construction World as the official magazine, Architecture Plus as the official architecture and design partner, and Construction World & CW Interiors as the international official magazines. The event’s media partners were the OER Dossier-Construction, Al-Maskan Magazine, Times of Oman and Al Shabiba.
Building on the continued success of the show, the next edition of Interiors & Buildex will be held on March 15-17, 2010. For more information, please contact Omanexpo LLC at tel. no. +968-24660124, mobile no. +968-95140107, or e-mail to abdullah@omanexpo.com . More information about the event is available online at www.interiorsbuildex.com .
                                                                                                                                      
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Wide range of products and equipment on display at Interiors & Buildex 2009

Muscat, Oman, 17 March 2009 – Up to 200 companies from over 20 countries worldwide are participating in the biggest ever edition of Interiors & Buildex, which opened yesterday to showcase a wide range of building materials, heavy equipment and interior furnishings for Oman’s building and construction industry.

The international exhibition, which is ongoing until March 18 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre, was formally inaugurated by H.E. Eng. Sultan bin Hamdoun bin Saif Al Harthy, Chairman of the Muscat Municipality, in the presence of ministry officials, ambassadors, the top management of participating companies, and other distinguished guests.

Organised by Omanexpo LLC, Interiors & Buildex 2009 registers the largest number of exhibitors with the participation of many leading companies in Oman as well as the strong presence of international firms who are bringing in a wide variety of new products into the local market. The three-day exhibition presents the biggest collection of building materials and other construction supplies under one roof, making it a must-visit event for all industry professionals.

“With the implementation of various development projects in many parts of the sultanate, the record number of participants at Interiors & Buildex 2009 clearly reflects the emergence of Oman as a major market for all products and equipment for the building and construction industry,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading event management company in the sultanate.

Paul pointed out that the continued growth of Interiors & Buildex despite the ongoing global economic downturn demonstrates the resilience of the local market and the overall stability of the sultanate’s building and construction industry. He also cited the active participation of many foreign firms as an excellent indicator of the prevailing opportunities and attractive prospects in the industry.

Now in its sixth edition, Interiors & Buildex 2009 prominently features the stalls of major companies in Oman, such as Al Anwar Ceramic Tiles Co., Al Hashar & Company, Al Turki Enterprises, Business & Trade, Dosteen Doors & Engineering Services, Innovation Building, International Kitchens, Kehlan Trading & Contracting, Mohammad Riaz & Partner, Muscat Electronics, Natural Stone Co., Nuhas Oman, Oman Concrete Products, Oman Modern Electronics, Oman Trading Establishment, Sadolin Paints (Oman) Ltd., Services & Trade Co., Shanfari & Partners, Speed House Building Construction, Stone & Marble International Co., Technique LLC, and Windows 2000.
Another highlight of the exhibition is the presence of the national pavilions of Turkey, Kuwait, Italy, UAE, Thailand and India. Other countries that are represented in the exhibition include Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, China, Germany, Japan, Lebanon, Malaysia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, and Saudi Arabia.

The products on display at Interiors & Buildex 2009 cover the growing requirements of the sultanate’s vibrant building and construction industry. These range from air conditioning systems, concrete and cement products, interior furnishings and bathroom fittings to paint products, doors and windows, lighting fixtures, kitchen modules, marble products and security systems. Visitors will also get to see a wide variety of aluminium extrusions, ceramics and tiles, construction equipment, fire prevention systems, pipes and fittings, home appliances, furniture, and all types of metal building materials.

Interiors & Buildex 2009 is supported by Windows 2000 as the platinum sponsor, Panorama Windows Co. and Dosteen Doors & Engineering Services LLC as the gold sponsors, and IQue as the silver sponsor. It is also supported by the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (PEIE), the Oman Society of Engineers, UK Trade & Investment, the German Industry and Commerce - Oman, Qatar and UAE, and the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Muscat.

The media sponsors include Construction Week as the official publication, Arab Construction World as the official magazine, Architecture Plus as the official architecture and design partner, and Construction World as the international official magazine. The event’s media partners are the OER Dossier-Construction, Al-Maskan Magazine, Times of Oman and Al Shabiba.

For more information on Interiors & Buildex 2009, please contact Omanexpo LLC at tel. no. +968-24660124 or e-mail to omanexpo@omantel.net.om . More information about the event is available online at www.interiorsbuildex.com .


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Interiors & Buildex 2009 opens today

Muscat, Oman, 15 March 2009 – His Excellency Eng. Sultan bin Hamdoun bin Saif Al Harthy, Chairman of the Muscat Municipality, will be the chief guest at the official inauguration today – March 16 – of Interiors & Buildex 2009, the biggest event for the building and construction industry in Oman.

The international exhibition, which is scheduled until March 18 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre, features over 200 exhibitors consisting of all leading companies in the sultanate as well as participants from up to 20 countries worldwide. The exhibition is open only to visitors over the age of 16, and the timings are from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and then from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

“This year’s edition of the Interiors & Buildex is the biggest ever in terms of the total number of exhibitors, the amount of exhibition space covered, the number of countries represented, and the range of products and equipment on display,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the premier organiser of trade and consumer shows in the sultanate.

Today’s formal opening ceremony will be attended by ministry officials, members of the diplomatic community, the top management of participating companies, other distinguished guests, and many industry professionals. After the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the chief guest together with all the visitors will then tour the exhibition to check out what’s on display in the stalls.

Paul pointed out that Interiors & Buildex 2009 showcases all requirements of the building and construction industry, adding that the strong local and international participation this year ensures that industry professionals are sure to find everything they need in the exhibition. Specifically, the exhibition features a wide selection of building materials, construction equipment, interior furnishings, paint products, air conditioning systems, doors and windows, marble products, and bathroom fittings. Also on display are lighting fixtures, cement and concrete products, pipes and fittings, furniture, security systems, and hundreds of other products, many of which are being introduced for the first time here in Oman.

Interiors & Buildex 2009 is supported by Windows 2000 as the platinum sponsor, Panorama Windows Co. and Dosteen Doors & Engineering Services LLC as the gold sponsors, and IQue as the silver sponsor.

Other major local companies that are taking part in the exhibition include Al Anwar Ceramic Tiles Co., Al Hashar & Company, Al Turki Enterprises, Business & Trade, Innovation Building, International Kitchens, Kehlan Trading & Contracting, Mohammad Riaz & Partner, Muscat Electronics, Natural Stone Co., Nuhas Oman, Oman Concrete Products, Oman Modern Electronics, Oman Trading Establishment, Sadolin Paints (Oman) Ltd., Services & Trade Co., Shanfari & Partners, Speed House Building Construction, Stone & Marble International Co., and Technique LLC.

In addition to leading Omani companies, Interiors & Buildex also features the Turkish national pavilion with over 20 participating companies, the Kuwaiti pavilion made up of more than 15 companies, the UAE pavilion consisting of over 18 companies, as well as the national pavilions of Italy, Thailand and India. Other countries represented in the exhibition include Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, China, Germany, Japan, Lebanon, Malaysia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, and Saudi Arabia.

Interiors & Buildex 2009 is officially endorsed by the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (PEIE), the Oman Society of Engineers, UK Trade & Investment, the German Industry and Commerce - Oman, Qatar and UAE, and the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Muscat.

The international exhibition is also supported by Construction Week as the official publication, Arab Construction World as the official magazine, Architecture Plus as the official architecture and design partner, and Construction World as the international official magazine. The event’s media partners are the OER Dossier-Construction, Al-Maskan Magazine, Times of Oman and Al Shabiba.

For more information on Interiors & Buildex 2009, please contact Omanexpo LLC at tel. no. +968-24660124 or e-mail to omanexpo@omantel.net.om. More information about the event is available online at www.interiorsbuildex.com.
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Kuwaiti companies to showcase products at Interiors & Buildex 2009

Muscat, Oman, 2 February 2009 – A delegation of 15 companies from Kuwait will be coming to Oman in March to showcase their range of products at Interiors & Buildex 2009, the biggest and most important annual event for the building and construction industry in the sultanate. Organised by Omanexpo LLC, the international trade exhibition is scheduled on March 16-18 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre.

The Kuwaiti pavilion at Interiors & Buildex 2009 is officially supported by the Public Authority for Industry (PAI) of the State of Kuwait. Established in January 1997, the PAI is an autonomous authority under the supervision of Kuwait’s Minister of Commerce & Industry, and among its main functions are to develop and promote industrial activity within the state and to consolidate industrial cooperation with other GCC countries.

“We look forward to our participation to Interiors & Buildex 2009 as it will enable us to introduce various types of high-quality products from Kuwait, which are highly suited for the requirements of the vibrant building and construction industry in Oman,” said Sagar F. AL Enazi, Deputy General Manager for Export Development Centre of PAI.

These products, which are all manufactured in Kuwait, include decorative frames, rolling shutters and rolling door systems, plastic pipes and fittings, flooring materials, wall products, water heaters, sanitary wares, switchboards and other electrical products. The Kuwaiti pavilion will also display a wide range of fiberglass products, textile furnishings, metal products, construction chemicals, stone materials and many other types of building materials and construction supplies.

The Kuwaiti companies that have already confirmed their participation at Interiors & Buildex 2009 include Ahlia Chemicals Company, Al Watani Factory for Fibreglass, Alaa Al Jazira General Trading & Contracting, Alusol Rolling Shutter Industries, Aspec Kuwait Company, Gulf Shores (Aquasan), Industrial Electrical Projects, Khaled Ali Al Kharafi & Brothers, Metal Products Company, National Industries Company, National Textiles Company, New Exhibition Company, Plastic Pipes & Fitting Factory, the Public Authority for Industry, and Top Rock Company.

“We are glad to welcome all Kuwaiti companies to Interiors & Buildex 2009, and we are highly grateful to the PAI for making their participation possible,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading event management company in the sultanate. “Their presence at the international exhibition clearly reflects the emergence of Oman as an attractive market for all types of products for the building and construction industry.”

Paul pointed out that, in addition to the Kuwaiti pavilion, Interiors & Buildex 2009 will also feature the national pavilions of Turkey and Thailand as well as exhibitors from Belgium, Canada, India, China, Egypt, Germany, Malaysia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. All leading companies in Oman’s building and construction industry will also be taking part in the event to further strengthen their presence in the local market.

Interiors & Buildex 2009 is supported by Windows 2000 as the platinum sponsor, Panorama and Dosteen Doors & Engineering Services LLC as the gold sponsors, and IQue as the silver sponsor. The event is also officially endorsed by Oman’s Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (PEIE), the Oman Society of Engineers, UK Trade & Investment, and the German Industry and Commerce - Oman, Qatar and UAE, and the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Muscat.

The international exhibition also has the backing of various industry publications, including Construction Week as the official publication, Arab Construction World as the official magazine, OER Dossier-Construction and Al-Maskan Magazine as media partners, Architecture Plus as the official architecture and design partner, as well as Construction World and CW Interiors as the international official magazines.

For more information on Interiors & Buildex 2009, please contact Omanexpo LLC at tel. no. +968-24660124 or e-mail to omanexpo@omantel.net.om . More information about the event is available online at www.interiorsbuildex.com .

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Dosteen signs up as gold sponsor and major exhibitor at Interiors & Buildex

Muscat, Oman, 9 November , 2008 – Consistent with its leading position in Oman’s booming building and construction industry, Dosteen Doors and Eng’g Services LLC will prominently showcase its range of products and services as the gold sponsor and major exhibitor at Interiors & Buildex 2009.

The international exhibition, which is now on its sixth edition, will be held at the Oman International Exhibition Centre on March 16-18, 2009. Organized by Omanexpo LLC, Interiors & Buildex is the biggest event in Oman for the building and construction industry and it aims to cater to the industry’s requirements for all types of building materials, construction supplies and interior furnishings. Market demand for these products is growing rapidly as a result of the construction of various major development projects in many parts of the sultanate.

“This is the fourth year in a row that we are participating in Interiors & Buildex, and it will again enable us to interact directly with our target clients and impress them with our high-quality products and professional services,” said Saju Abraham, managing director of Dosteen Doors and Eng’g Services LLC.

Established in 1979, Dosteen is a leading supplier in Oman and the UAE of industrial doors, shutters and allied products as well as pre-engineered buildings, or nodular space frame structures. The company can supply and fit a full range of proprietary doors and allied products for commercial, industrial and domestic applications to suit any purpose, wherever security or safety with quality is required.

Dosteen’s products are widely used in offices, shop fronts, factories, industrial plants, private properties, oil refineries and military installations. Its nodular space frame structures, on the other hand, are highly suited for multipurpose halls, auditoriums, showrooms, and shopping malls. Abraham pointed out that every single product they supply is made to match the exact specifications of customers within their specific price range and stipulated timeframe.

“Dosteen’s strong presence at Interiors & Buildex for four years now clearly indicates the importance of the event for everyone in the Oman’s vibrant building and construction industry,” said C. J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading organiser of major trade and consumer shows in the sultanate. “We fully appreciate Dosteen’s support and we sincerely value their participation both as a major exhibitor as well as gold sponsor of the annual exhibition.”

In addition to Dosteen Doors & Eng’g Services LLC, Interiors & Buildex 2009 is also supported by Windows 2000 as the platinum sponsor, Panorama as the gold sponsor, and IQue as the silver sponsor. It is also officially endorsed by the Oman Society of Engineers, UK Trade & Investment, Origin Oman and the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates as supporting organisations.

Interiors & Buildex 2009 also has the backing of many industry publications including Construction Week as the official publication, Arab Construction World as the official magazine, and OER Dossier-Construction and Al-Maskan Magazine as media partners. In addition, it is supported by Architecture Plus as the official architecture and design partner as well as Construction World and CW Interiors as the international official magazines.

For more information on Interiors & Buildex 2009 or to reserve your stall at the exhibition, please contact Omanexpo LLC at tel. no. +968-24660124, mobile no. +968-95140107, or e-mail to abdullah@omanexpo.com.More information about the event is also available online at www.interiorsbuildex.com.

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Windows 2000 to participate in Interiors & Buildex as Platinum Sponsor

Muscat, Oman, 9 September 2008 –Windows 2000, an Omani organization in the business of the manufacture and installation of uPVC windows and doors, will showcase its leading position in the country’s building and construction industry through its participation as the Platinum Sponsor of Interior and Buildex 2009.

The international exhibition, which is organized by Omanexpo LLC, will be held on March 16-18, 2009 and will feature all types of building materials, construction supplies, heavy equipment and interior furnishings. Now on its sixth edition, Interiors & Buildex has grown over the years to become the biggest and most comprehensive event for the vibrant building and construction industry in Oman.

"By drawing a large number of industry professionals to the exhibition, Interiors & Buildex 2009 will be an excellent opportunity for us to showcase our range of products directly to our target clients,” said Said A. Al Saqri, managing director of Windows 2000. “For two years in a row now, we are glad to be a platinum sponsor and a major exhibitor of this international trade exhibition.”

Al Saqri pointed out that Windows 2000 is currently a leading supplier of uPVC windows and doors both to local and international markets. Using state-of-the-art German technology, the company manufactures various types of products including tilt-and-turn windows, tilt-and-slide windows, and custom-made doors for specific applications. Up to 60 percent of the company’s total production is used to serve the requirements of local clients while the remaining 40 percent is exported to other countries.

In operation for the past eight years, Windows 2000 has already built a solid reputation in the industry for the quality of its products. Al Saqri explained that their windows are doors are particularly suited to withstand the harsh weather conditions in the Arabian Gulf, and they are also very effective in blocking ingress of noise, water and dust. In recognition of the company’s achievements, Windows 2000 was chosen last year as one of the awardees for His Majesty’s Cup for the best factories in Oman.

“We are highly pleased and privileged to once again receive the strong support of Windows 2000 to Interiors & Buildex. Their presence will greatly contribute in ensuring that the exhibition would truly serve the needs of the building and construction industry in Oman,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the leading exhibition management company in the sultanate.

According to Paul, Interiors & Buildex 2009 is attracting a huge interest from many local and international companies as a result of the ongoing construction of multimillion-dollar projects in many parts of the country. With the prevailing high demand for all types of building materials and interior furnishings, Paul stressed that the exhibition will effectively serve as a platform for the entry of new products into the market, for strengthening brand awareness, and for bridging the gap between buyers and sellers.

Interiors & Buildex 2009 is also supported by Panorama and Dosteen Doors & Engg. Services as gold sponsors, Construction Week as the official publication, Arab Construction World as the official magazine as well as OER Dossier-Construction and Al-Maskan Magazine as media partners.

For more information on Interiors & Buildex 2009 or to reserve your stall at the exhibition, please contact Omanexpo LLC at tel. no. +968-24660124, mobile no. +968-95140107, or e-mail to abdullah@omanexpo.com . More information about the event is also available online at www.interiorsbuildex.com .

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Omanexpo launches Interiors & Buildex 2009

Muscat, Oman, 17 May 2008 – Omanexpo LLC, the leading organiser of trade and consumer shows in the sultanate, has announced that in support of the continued growth of the building and construction industry in Oman, the company will be organising the sixth edition of Interiors & Buildex on March 16-18, 2009 at the Oman International Exhibition Centre in Seeb.

"Interiors & Buildex 2009 will once again showcase a wide range of building materials, interior furnishings and heavy equipment, all of which are currently in high demand with the implementation of major construction projects in many parts of the country,” said C.J. Paul, general manager of Omanexpo LLC, the premier exhibition management company in the sultanate.
Paul pointed out that Interiors & Buildex 2009 will prominently feature all requirements of the building and construction industry, ranging from air-conditioning systems, concrete products, bathroom fittings, ceramic wall and floor tiles, paint products, and construction vehicles. The three-day international exhibition will also display marble products, sanitary ware, doors and windows, kitchen modules as well as all types of products for interior design projects.

According to Paul, the previous edition of Interiors & Buildex, which was held in March this year, proved to be a huge success with the participation of more than 100 exhibitors whose stalls were visited by a large number of visitors on all days of the event. Droves of industry professionals visited the event to check out the products and equipment that they could use in their projects, thus giving exhibitors the opportunity to present their products directly to their target clients.

Interiors & Buildex 2008 attracted the participation of many leading companies in Oman as well as international exhibitors from countries likes Belgium, China, Egypt, Germany, India, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. It also featured a national Turkish pavilion made up of over 20 companies that introduced a wide range of new products into the local market.

"We expect Interiors & Buildex 2009 to be much bigger and even better than before with greater local and international participation and with more products and equipment on display," Paul said. "This is due to the booming market in Oman for all types of building materials and construction supplies with the ongoing construction of multimillion-dollar development projects, such as The Blue City and The Wave, Muscat.”

For more information on Interiors & Buildex 2009 or to reserve your stall at the exhibition, please contact Omanexpo LLC at tel. no. +968-24660124, fax no. +968-24660125, or e-mail to abdullah@omanexpo.com. More information about the event is available online at www.interiorsbuildex.com.

                                                                                                                                      
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