Special Features
Thermal Industry Middle East (TIME)
Thermal Industry Middle East (TIME) made its mark with its very first edition as the technology trade fair for the heavy manufacturing industry in the Middle East. Now in its second edition, this biennial event exclusively caters to the core sector industries showcasing technology, equipment, products and services for aluminium, steel, cement, glass and ceramic manufacturing. Each industry is brought into focus with sub-sections such as Steel-Tech, Alu-Tech, Cement-Tech and Glass & Ceramic -Tech.Heavy manufacturing industry is energy and labour-intensive. Regional heavy manufacturing industry will benefit from the regions geographical advantage of cheaper energy, the availability of some raw materials in the region and a close labour market that can provide an economical and experienced workforce.
Investment in heavy industrial plants is largely by governmental agencies, investment arms or large corporate houses. They tend to belong-term investments and less influenced by current market fluctuations. Even now, several projects are proceeding ahead and being tendered for. Whilst some new plants or expansions may be put on hold, they are nevertheless very much on the charts and will go online in the short to medium term.
Existing plants require continuous and periodic maintenance and supplies of parts and consumables remains a strong business opportunity for suppliers of industrial plants & consumables.
In this scenario, T.I.M.E. will serve as a platform where industry representatives can showcase their products, gain access to a dynamic Middle East market, assess market needs, and network and share latest developments in the field.
General Information:
Title: Thermal Industry Middle East (T.I.M.E.)
Venue: Expo Centre Sharjah
Date: October 17-19, 2011
Organiser:
Expo Centre Sharjah
P.O.BOX: 3222, Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
Tel:+971-6-5770000
Fax:+971-6-5770111
Email: info@expo-centre.ae