Why exhibit

Dubai is one of the world's premier cities – both an exciting place to visit and the commercial heart of the entire Gulf region.

Its success is ensured by its world-class leisure and professional facilities, its business-friendly atmosphere and its young, affluent and growing population.

Embedded in the very DNA of the Gulf region is an entrepreneurial spirit that means Dubai continues to thrive as a top import/export hub, whatever happens in the wider global economy. Confidence is high and there is no better time to grow your sales in this vibrant business centre – a place where innovation and imagination are rewarded.

Exciting retail and leisure projects continue to be unveiled across the Gulf region and the wider Middle East, with around 400 new shopping malls expected to open in the next 10 years and Dubai is the trading hub at the heart of it all.

Across the GCC region, and beyond, independent businesses are working hard to grow, with some notable successes. The result is that the balance of power is shifting away from multinationals and demand for locally branded products is growing. For example, the GCC grocery market is recording an impressive 11% annual growth rate, having risen from US$43 billion in 2005 to $72 billion in 2010. For new regional retailers the field is wide open in important areas – such as personal care, food and other categories – that have traditionally been dominated by multinationals.

 

Serious buyers

As a top international own-brand FMCG trading event, it's hard to beat PLME-Dubai. The show has a fantastic track record, pulling in thousands of serious trade buyers, year after year.

In 2011, the success continued despite concerns about the global economy, over 3,633 trade visitors came to the show to do business from 45 countries. The event benefits from widespread publicity in leading publications, the Internet, TV and radio.

Looking forward to another great show, PLME-Dubai's visitor profile now includes:
• Hypermarkets, supermarkets and category managers
• Grocery chains and convenience stores
• Department stores
• Retailers
• Hotels and hospitality
• Restaurant chains and catering companies
• Airlines, duty free operators and travel retailers
• Brand management companies
• National brand manufacturers
• Wholesalers, distributors and re-exporters