Project Qatar 2016 to be Officially Inaugurated by His Excellency Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim Al Thani, Minister of Economy and Commerce

Doha, May 9, 2016 - Project Qatar 2016, the 13^th International Construction Technology and Building Materials Exhibition, was officially inaugurated by His Excellency Sheikh Ahmed Bin Jassim Al Thani, Minister of Economy and Commerce, during an Opening Ceremony held yesterday at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), in presence of a large number of officials, decision makers and high-profile diplomatic figures, many of whom represented their national pavilions.

"Project Qatar is once again this year proving its role as Qatar's leading construction exhibition by bringing together a large number of local, regional and international decision makers and industry professionals. The main reason for the success of this event is the continuous support of the Government of Qatar which played a major role in putting together this memorable event. It is very important to mention that other reasons behind the success of this event are not limited to the steady efforts of the organizers. In fact, the generous contributions of the sponsors of this event play a major role in putting together this memorable event", said on the Mr. Albert Aoun, Owner of IFP Group.

The exhibition which will be taking place this year from 9- 12 May under the Auspices of HE Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser Bin Khalifa Al Thani, The Prime Minister and Minister of Interior will attract hundreds of exhibitors and will have 18 country pavilions as well as overall participation from 37 countries. Covering 30,000m² sqm of exhibition space, Project Qatar 2016 stretches across five vast, pillar-free halls as well an outside area for heavy machinery. The exhibition is estimating a large number of visitors expecting to cross the 35,000+ visitor mark by the end of the show.

Mr. Rashed Nassir Sraiya Al Kaabi, Vice Chairman of Al Sraiya Holding Group, noted: "As Vice Chairman of Al Sraiya Holding Group, the integrity sponsor of Project Qatar for the 13th consecutive year, I would like to announce the official opening of Qatar's largest International Construction Technology & Building Materials Exhibition. We would like to thank all participants who have helped make this event a success, achieving its mission in providing regional and international agents, dealers and buyers the opportunity to network in a suitable, professional environment. Project Qatar has proven to be yet another success with an extraordinary turnout and we look forward to accomplishing a new milestone in the years to come."

In order to promote the education and commercial aspects of the construction industry, Project Qatar, in collaboration with the Qatar Chamber of Commerce, will host once again this year the Project Qatar Workshop Series. The first day of the workshops started yesterday with three sessions: "Sustainable Smart Cities" by Qatar Green Building Council - QGBC, "Project Analytics Training" by Excelledia, and "Modular Scheme" by the British Standards Institution Group Middle East WLL. The following three days of the workshop series will include a wide number of topics which will be discussed by large governmental and semi-governmental entities, such as Educare| Gherass.

Building on the success the event has managed to achieve over the years, the Project Qatar Business Intelligence Series Project Qatar 2016 will host again 6 specialized conferences throughout the year, including 2 conferences at same time as the show: The 3rd Annual LightingTech Qatar (9 - 10 May, 2016), The 2nd Annual Future BIM Implementation Qatar (11 - 12 May, 2016), The 1st Annual Smart Parking Qatar (18-19 April, 2016), The 3rd Annual Future Interiors Qatar (5 - 6 September, 2016), The 3rd Annual Future Landscape & Public Realm Qatar (24 - 25 October, 2016), The 3rd Annual Future Drainage Networks Qatar (5-6 December, 2016).

In the same context, and given the growing demand for construction materials and technologies, "Qatar Stone Tech 2016," the 5^th International Stone and Stone Technology Show, and "Heavy Max 2016," the 13^th International Exhibition for Heavy Machinery, will be held again this year concurrently with the exhibition.

Furthermore, IFP Qatar, in collaboration with the Canadian company B2B2GO, one of the top leaders of the B2B matchmaking domain, has launched a new and improved B2B matchmaking platform available for use during the exhibition. This interactive platform will allow visitors to register and meet exhibitors that match their demand and work profile.

In order to enhance their experience during and after the show, Project Qatar will provide its participants this year with an advanced mobile application that includes all features of the show, including the floor plan, the exhibitors' list, the sponsors' list, the visitors' registration form, etc.

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About IFP Qatar
IFP Qatar is a member of IFP Group (International Fairs & Promotions), the leading exhibition and event organizer in the Middle East with a dominant footprint and a rich portfolio of B2B and B2C exhibitions, conferences and other events. With a proven proficiency in providing excellence for more than 33 years, our portfolio consists of more than 40 shows annually and more than 450 events to date.

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