01 July 2009

DEVELOPMENT plans were released last month (June) for The Big 5, one of the world’s largest trade shows for the construction industry and associated suppliers, taking place for the 30th year in Dubai in November.
A new purpose-built temporary structure and outdoor exhibit area is being constructed at the Dubai World Trade Centre to accommodate The Big 5 PMV, the specialised focal point of the exhibition for manufacturers and suppliers of construction plant, machinery, vehicles and equipment.
Simon Mellor, vice-president, construction at dmg world media, organiser of The Big 5, says: “This investment by DWTC underlines their commitment to the future of The Big 5 PMV, and the confidence they share with us in the ability of the region’s construction industry as a whole to survive the current economic downturn and prosper in the longer term.”
Peter Sutton, vice-president venues at DWTC said: “Building on the success of the decision to relocate The Big 5 PMV to Dubai World Trade Centre last year, which led to a 29 per cent increase in visitors over 2007, Car Park C site is undergoing significant re-development. The entire site is being levelled and surfaced with a grid network laid throughout for electrics and drainage and the PMV indoor area will be a fully-functional purpose-built temporary structure.”
Despite the negative effects of the recession on the construction sector, companies like Al Nawi Group, UAE representatives of Finnish manufacturers Scanclimber, see a silver lining for the construction equipment business and the industry as a whole.
“The construction industry is witnessing a slowdown at the moment, but I believe that if the right measures are taken by the governments, things will start picking up again by the end of the year,” says Aamer Hammoudi, general manager Al Nawi Group, which sells Scanclimber climbing work platforms, hoists and access platforms in the Middle East.
Nick Webb, director of Streamline Marketing Group, organiser of The Big 5 PMV, says: “With several construction projects still under way and a huge amount of development to be reinstated when the current climate eases, it is very clear that this region needs a plant, machinery and vehicles show.”
Humaid Salem, general manager of the Contractors’ Association says: “The Big 5 PMV is an important event for the construction industry in the Middle East and North Africa region, as it provides a dedicated arena for manufacturers and suppliers of plant, machinery and vehicles to meet with construction professionals from across the region and beyond. The event brings the industry together, which is particularly important at this time.”

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