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01 January 2014

RAKtherm signs $6m contracts

RAS Al Khaimah-based Gulf Plastic and Converting Industry, one of the largest manufacturers of PPR (polypropylene random copolymer) pipes in the region under the RAKtherm brand, signed two contracts worth a total of $6 million at The Big 5.

Its first contract, valued at $4 million, was with Egyptian company Watex for commercial agencies and distribution, and the second, worth $2 million, was with Algerian Raktech.

Commenting on the two deals, Mohammed Habib, marketing manager, RAKtherm said: “We are taking the opportunity to announce the deals at the region’s biggest construction event. The two contracts will help the company establish itself in Egypt and Algeria.

Nixon Hire to increase depots

PARTICIPATING at The Big 5 Dubai gave a fillip to the expansion plans of Nixon Hire, which is planning to increase the number of depots in the Middle East.

Nixon Hire managing director Graham Nixon said: “The Big 5 exhibition was a big success for us. We were able to showcase our most popular products and provide customers with a more practical and ‘hands on’ approach with the equipment than perhaps a more conventional meeting would allow.

“Nixon Hire is involved in many exciting projects as a key supply chain partner for our customers, however a major project of our own for 2014 is the opening of two depots in Saudi Arabia, one in Jeddah and the other in Riyadh.”

Nixon Hire is a leading provider of plant and site equipment with 15 depots throughout the UK and the Middle East.

Show a big success for Jubaili Bros

JUBAILI Bros, one of the leading providers of power solutions in the Middle East, Africa and Asia, showcased its 650 kVA Marapco brand diesel generator, 150 kVA Jet brand diesel generator, 60 kVA Super Silent Jet brand diesel generator and Allmand brand mobile light tower at The Big 5.

“We had a great exhibition and we are glad that we have achieved our objectives. We met a good number of people and decision makers,” said Amer Naghi, marketing manager at Jubaili Bros, adding, “We hope to build long and meaningful business relationships with contacts made at the show.”

FBI displays new ceramics range

FUJAIRAH Building Industries (FBI) says The Big 5 show was a “great success” for the Fujairah-based multi-products building materials specialist.

The company showcased its new ceramics collection for 2014 as well as the latest products of Fujairah Rockwool Factory (FRF), Fujairah Concrete Products (FCP), and marble collection of Fujairah Marbles and Tile Factory (FMTF) at the event.

Modon and Ducab to take part in GIF

GULF Industry Fair (GIF), scheduled to be held in Bahrain next month (February 4 to 6), has announced that two prominent establishments in the region’s industrial landscape are coming aboard as exhibitors for the first time – Modon and Ducab.

Modon, the Saudi Industrial Property Authority, is responsible for developing and supervising industrial lands in Saudi Arabia and tasked with regulating and promoting industrial estates and technology zones. The authority aims to encourage private sector involvement in industrial areas with the larger goal of spurring investment and employment among Saudi nationals.

Ducab is one of the leading producers of cables in the Middle East, manufacturing a range of high, medium and low-voltage cables and offering cable components and accessories from its three manufacturing facilities in the UAE. The company also operates a copper rod plant and a PVC (polyvinyl chloride) compound manufacturing facility.

GIF also announced that several European participants would be showcasing their goods and services. Leading companies from the Czech Republic and the Netherlands will promote their goods and network to develop new markets.

The event will be held at the Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre (BIECC).

Expo to power energy initiatives

IN support of Saudi Arabia’s initiatives to meet the rising demand for power, Riyadh Exhibitions Company (REC) is set to partner with Informa Exhibitions to organise Saudi Energy 2014 – the international trade exhibition for electricity, power generation, alternative energy, water technology, lighting and HVAC (heating, ventilation and air-conditioning).

Saudi Energy 2014 will be held from May 26 to 28, 2014 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The specialised trade exhibition targets energy professionals, government officials, investors, and buyers locally and regionally. The comprehensive event will cover all aspects of the industry, namely, electricity generation and distribution; alternative and renewable energy technologies; modern lighting products and technologies; water and water resources management technologies; and HVAC.

Decofair proves a big success

SAUDI Arabia’s leading design show proved a huge success for local, regional and international brands with more than 150 brands from across 20 countries showcased, organisers said. The fifth edition of Decofair ended on a high with strong sales and substantial business reported by participating exhibitors. Held at the Jeddah Centre for Forums and Events in Jeddah from November 29 to December 2, 2013, the show attracted more than 12,650 visitors.