The 20th edition of the Dubai International Wood and Woodworking Machinery Exhibition (Dubai WoodShow), renowned as the leading platform for wood and woodworking machinery in the MENA region, organized by the Strategic Exhibitions and Conferences, concluded after three days at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event witnessed a significant turnout of visitors, investors, government officials, and timber sector enthusiasts from around the globe.
The exhibition achieved remarkable success, attracting 14,581 visitors from various countries worldwide, reaffirming its importance and leadership position in the region’s wood industry. Exhibitors expressed their satisfaction with their participation in the event, with many confirming their intent to participate in the inaugural Saudi WoodShow, scheduled for May 12 to 14 in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Several exhibitors also expressed their desire for larger booth spaces, highlighting the positive turnout of visitors during the three-day event, which facilitated on-site deal closures.
Furthermore, the presence of representatives from government agencies, international institutions, and experts in the wood sector enriched the exhibition experience, fostering knowledge exchange, opinion sharing, and potential partnerships and investments in new opportunities within the global wood industry.
A prominent feature of the exhibition was the array of international pavilions, boasting participation from 10 countries including the United States of America, Italy, Germany, China, India, Russia, Portugal, France, Austria, and Turkey. The event hosted 682 local and international exhibitors, with notable participants such as including Homag, SIMCO, Germantech, Al Sawary, BIESSE, IMAC, Salvador Machines, and Cefla. This collaboration not only enhances avenues for joint action and international cooperation but also opens new horizons for all attendees.