The 2024 edition of the Dubai International Window & Door Show opens at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together government leaders, industry experts and policymakers to discuss the potential of the construction industry in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia. With a total reserve of $9 trillion in construction projects in the region, the region shows a huge market prospect. Josine Heijmans, Vice President of dmg Events, said: "The success of the 45th edition of Big 5 Global has not only facilitated industry exchanges, but also led to a number of cooperation agreements that further strengthen Dubai's position as a hub for innovation and collaboration in the global construction industry. ”
The first day of Big 5 Global featured a series of dynamic strategy summits at concurrent events such as LiveableCitiesX, Future FM, and GeoWorld. These include the Big 5 Global Leaders Summit, the GeoWorld Summit, and IFMA Global| The Middle East Summit brought together policymakers, government leaders and industry innovators for a day of in-depth discussions. His Excellency Sohail Mohammed Mazrouy, UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, set the tone for visionary leadership in the field with a keynote speech at the opening of the Summit of the Five Global Leaders. The summit also featured Fred Mills, founder of B1M, who highlighted the transformative role of the construction industry. "There is no industry on the planet that is more transformative than the construction industry," he said. Whenever they say it's impossible, we (the construction industry) prove them wrong. ”
At the same time, the GeoWorld Summit explored the latest geospatial technology and data advancements. Speaking at the summit, Dr. Hasni Ghedira, Director of Research Engagement at Mohammed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, said: "Leveraging GIS and urban hydrology is critical to identifying vulnerable areas in extreme weather conditions and implementing effective solutions in the region. "IFMA Global | The Middle East Summit brings together FM industry leaders from around the world to redefine the future of facility management, with a focus on innovation and strategies to improve operational efficiency and sustainability.
At the booth, leading companies secured important deals and partnerships, highlighting the event's role in driving business growth. BAUER Maschinen GmbH and Pinnacle International Piling have signed a multi-million euro agreement to add the BAUER BG36 piling rig to Pinnacle's fleet. Hermann Schrattenthaler, Managing Director of BAUER Maschinen GmbH, said: "This landmark transaction demonstrates our shared commitment to providing cutting-edge, sustainable solutions for the region's infrastructure needs. Another important collaboration was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between WhiteHelmet, a Saudi construction technology company, and SB Scaffolding in India. The agreement, which brings WhiteHelmet's 360-degree document and communication solutions to India, marks a transformative moment for regional construction and contracting innovation and showcases real-world examples of global deals taking place at this year's show.
Among them, the Saudi Export Development Authority, represented by the "Made in Saudi" program, invited 55 Saudi companies to showcase their architectural innovations. Thamer Almishrafi, General Manager, Marketing & Events, Saudi Exports, said: "We are delighted to be back at Big 5 Global, an event that aligns perfectly with our mission to showcase Saudi Arabia's innovation, craftsmanship and expertise on the global stage. This event provides us with a unique opportunity to connect with international partners, highlight the strength of the 'Made in Saudi' brand, align with Saudi Vision 2030, and reinforce our commitment to driving sustainable growth and development in the construction sector." ”
Exhibition time: November 24-27, 2025
