2023 partner events are listed in chronological order below:
Arab Plat 2023 – 16th International Trade Show for Plastics, Petrochemicals, Packaging & Rubber Industry, 13 to 15 December 2023 – Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE.
The 16th Edition of ArabPlast is scheduled from 13 to 15 December 2023 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Premier International Trade Show in the Middle East is dedicated to the Plastics, Petrochemicals, Packaging and Rubber Industry and will be attended by the bigwigs and who’s who of the industry. The focus area will be Plastics Recycling.
ArabPlast, a biannual B2B trade show, brings together professionals and decision-makers from the most resilient industry. It offers a unique platform to present innovations and technology, establish new businesses, exchange know-how, and to interact for a productive enhancement that will increase business profitability and add value to the industry.
Middle East Organic & Natural Products Expo, 12-14 December, 2023 – Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
The Middle East Organic and Natural Product Expo is the leading platform in the MENA region for wholesale and retail trade of organic, natural, halal, vegan, and sustainable products.
AVAR 2023 is the 26th edition of the AVAR’s International Cybersecurity Conference and will be held in Dubai, UAE during November 28 – December 1, 2023. Theme for this year’s conference is Secure Ecosystem: Strategic, Pragmatic, Futuristic.
- Global Stage: A platform for high-level discussions on strategy, technology, and innovation, featuring esteemed global CEOs and government representatives sharing their insights and perspectives.
- FutureTech Stage: A dedicated stage for technology-focused discussions, featuring top global and Indian CEOs, as well as CIOs/CTOs, who will explore emerging tech trends and their impact on industries.
- Fintech Stage: An exclusive stage for FinTech experts, where leading global and Indian CEOs will share their expertise and vision, as part of the Roadshow by Dubai FinTech Summit, focusing on the intersection of finance and technology.
The Arab International Aluminium Conference (ARABAL) is the Middle East’s premier trade event for the aluminium industry, combining a strategic conference with an international exhibition. As the only conference attended by every primary smelter in the region, ARABAL is a must-attend event for industry professionals.Now in its 25th edition, ARABAL will be hosted by Ma’aden in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from November 21st to November 23rd, 2023. This milestone event promises to be a memorable one, with engaging discussions, cutting-edge products, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
With over 500 top executives attending the conference and thousands visiting the exhibition, ARABAL is a global event that attracts industry leaders from around the world. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the premier aluminium industry event in the Middle East. Register now to secure your place and join us in Riyadh for ARABAL 2023.
The Kingdom AI Summit, will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and innovators to delve into the transformative potential of AI in Saudi Arabia. It’s an exclusive opportunity to network with fellow experts, witness cutting-edge AI advancements, and be part of a community that is shaping a technologically empowered Saudi Arabia. The core objective of the Kingdom AI Summit is to serve as a pivotal gathering that convenes national and global AI leaders, policymakers, innovators, and practitioners to strategically align, discuss, and propel Saudi Arabia’s AI ecosystem.
By facilitating the exchange of insights, best practices, and visionary ideas, the Summit aims to accelerate the nation’s AI-driven development, foster collaborations between diverse stakeholders, and outline actionable strategies that underpin the Kingdom’s journey towards technological leadership and sustainable growth.
This groundbreaking summit is all about one thing: Advancing the world of Artificial Intelligence right here in Saudi Arabia. We’re diving headfirst into the AI revolution.
Emerging Tech Summit – Saudi Arabia 2023, 8th and 9th of November 2023 – Voco, Riyadh, KSA
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has an ambitious plan for digital transformation, outlined in its “Saudi Vision 2030” initiative, which includes investment in cutting-edge technologies like Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing and IoT. Aiming to harness technology Saudi Arabia has been quick to embrace artificial intelligence, data transformation and emerging technologies.
To go by the numbers, the IoT market in KSA is set to hit $ 2.9 Billion by 2025, Cloud Services at $1.3 Billion in 2023, the Cybersecurity market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 18.73% by 2027, a 47% growth rate in Blockchain by 2025 is expected and last but not the least, the KSA is set to invest a whooping $20 Billion in AI by 2030.
International Business Magazine Awards 2022, 4th November, 2023 – Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, UAE
International Business Magazine is a UAE-based company with a subscriber base of more than 50,000 that includes investors, C-suite employees, key stakeholders, policymakers and government bureaucrats. We get 4.2 million views annually on our website and an average of 350k unique visitors every month. We deliver the latest news from the financial world and keenly promote innovative solutions in the industry.
Morocco is leading the North African region in digital advancement with an impressive internet penetration rate of 84.1%. As the country witnesses a 1.2% year-on-year increase in internet users, the need to safeguard network, assets, and critical infrastructure from cyber threats is a paramount.
But as the country embraces this transformation, the dark side of the digital world looms large – cyber threats. Safeguarding corporate networks, digital assets, and critical infrastructure has become a matter of utmost urgency to ensure sustained economic growth.
The 7th Edition of the Cybersecurity Innovation Series 2023 Morocco Chapter brings together experts, enthusiasts, and solution providers to address evolving challenges and strengthen cybersecurity foundations. Join the mission to protect and empower Morocco’s digital future.
ASEAN POOL & SPA EXPO 2023, 24 – 26th, October 2023 – Bangkok, Thailand.
Thailand has already been named the “spa capital” of Asia and the market for pools is expanding rapidly, mainly due to the increasing number of expatriates, the ongoing rise in tourism and significantly higher living standards. ASEAN Pool & Spa Expo is a part of Asia Pool & Spa Expo, which is enjoying the reputation of “Oscar” in the global pool & Spa industry.
Based in Asia and serving the world, it provides an efficient trade platform for Asian products to go global and for global brands to enter Asia! ASEAN Pool & Spa Expo is co-located with TAAPE which is the one and only water park and attraction expo in Thailand.
According to the statistics, TAAPE 2019 attracted International exhibitors from over 20 countries, such as White Water from Canada, Polin Waterpark & Polgun Waterparks from Turkey, Synergy Waterpark from India, Lanchao & dalang from China.
As it is well known, Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing region in pool & spa market and grows with the highest CAGR during the forecast period. As the one and only industry trade show in Southeast Asia, ASEAN Pool & Spa Expo is scheduled to be held in IMPACT Exhibition Centre. Bangkok, Thailand, which is a good platform for International players to tap into the regional market.
With 150 Exhibitors, 10,000 visitors and 10,000 sq.m. exhibition area, ASEAN Pool & Spa Expo 2023 is considered to be one of the most promising industry trade shows in the world.
Thailand (Bangkok) Amusement & Attraction Parks Expo 2023, 24 – 26th, October 2023 – Bangkok, Thailand.
As an ASEAN member and the 2nd largest economy in Southeast Asia with a burgeoning amusement market, Thailand is the perfect setting for the staging of TAAPE. Becoming the 1st Professional amusement & attractions expo in Thailand, buyers from over 100 countries and regions are invited to visit the expo each year. TAAPE 2023 is expected to have 200+ exhibitors and 10000+ Buyers with exhibition area of 13500 Sq.m.Moreover,TAAPE 2023 has successfully attracting a lot of famous companies as its exhibitors, such as MOSER’S RIDES, Laserwar LLC, Hahama, Great Coasters, Starlite Visual, Cowboy Recreation, Zaga Game,White Water, Arihant Water Park, Zamperla, Semnox Solutions, Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.,Intercard ,WM Amusement and etc from 20 countries.
Web3 Summit: Blockchain and Beyond, 19 October, 2023 – Four Seasons Hotel, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Web3 Summit: Blockchain and Beyond is the first of its kind in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region. This summit aims to bring together industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to explore the advancements and potential of blockchain technology and web3. We have identified five main relevant areas of utmost importance during the digital transformation in Saudi Arabia and used them to build a comprehensive program centered on five themes during the summit. A keynote speech will be given by Dr. Don Tapscott one of the world’s leading authors who has been vocal about the impact of technology on businesses and societies. He will bring to the summit international practical knowledge and the experience of 1000 conference keynote speeches. Five panels focusing on five different industry verticals will maximize the value of the summit by bringing scientific evidence and business solutions into one space. Panelists who are local and international web3 and industry experts will have the opportunity of sharing their experience, knowledge, and insight that meet various businesses and the practical needs of many attendees.
Government CX Summit, 10 October, 2023 – Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort – Abu Dhabi, UAE
The future of customer experience in the public sector holds great potential for improving citizen satisfaction and engagement. As governments worldwide recognize the importance of customer-centric strategies, they are increasingly focusing on enhancing the experiences of their citizens and residence.
Moreover, the fact that the pandemic fast tracked the shift to digital across every sector, driving the need to better improve processes to adapt to the sudden surge in digital citizens who now expect all their services and needs be met online in fast, smooth and effortless manner.
TimeAI Summit, 4-5 October, 2023 – Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Center – Dubai, UAE.
The TimeAI Summit is the World’s Flagship AI conference, dedicated to showcasing the latest advancements & innovations in AI. It brings together industry leaders, experts, and visionaries from around the globe to explore the limitless potential of AI.
This groundbreaking event will take place on October 4-5, 2023, at the prestigious Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Center, offering a platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and cutting-edge advancements in AI.
Cyberx Oman Summit & Awards 2023, 20 Sept 2023 – Grand Millennium Hotel, Muscat, Oman
New ransom ware groups are emerging every day. In the first half of 2022, Black Basta was the most notable. Even though SMBs are a more popular target, many threat actors tend to go for large corporations. Vulnerability exploitation is a common ransom ware attack vector. Unpatched vulnerabilities contribute to a growing digital attack surface that many organisations are struggling to secure as hybrid workplaces expand their IT environment
Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Summit, 19 September, 2023 – Dubai, UAE.
The UAE region has established itself as a frontrunner in adopting advanced technologies,
including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). These technologies have had
a profound impact on data analytics and business intelligence practices. The country has
made significant investments in developing a robust technological infrastructure and
fostering a culture of innovation. This commitment has created an ecosystem that enables businesses in the UAE to leverage data analytics and business intelligence tools effectively, driving their growth and competitiveness.
In today’s data-driven world, businesses must harness the power of business intelligence
and data analytics to effectively manage and analyze their data. At the Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Summit, we bring together industry experts to explore how organizations can derive meaningful insights from their data. Our aim is to equip attendees with the knowledge and strategies needed to make informed decisions and stay ahead in a fiercely competitive market.
Join us at the Business Intelligence and Data Analytics summit to discover how businesses
in the UAE can navigate the vast landscape of data, gain a competitive edge, and unlock the full potential of their data assets. Be part of the conversation as we explore practical solutions, share success stories, and network with like-minded professionals who are driving the data analytics and business intelligence revolution in the UAE.
Finance Digitize Conference 2023, 14 September, 2023 – Address Boulevard – Dubai, UAE.
Finance Digitize is a prestigious closed-door conference centered around the finance sector in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The event will spotlight the pivotal role of finance leaders in harnessing technology across diverse industries. The conference aims to unite finance professionals, tech luminaries, and industry experts to explore the evolving landscape of finance in the UAE and its alignment with technology-driven advancements.
The event will concentrate on fostering meaningful discussions among key decision makers. This private event is not a tradeshow or exhibition. The conference intends to delve into how technology is reshaping the role of finance heads and how they are driving innovation and business transformation within their organizations.
Key Topics:
- CFO 2.0: Transforming Finance Leadership in the Age of Technology
- Cybersecurity and the CFO: Safeguarding Financial Data in a Digital World
- Embedded Finance: Changing the way traditional banking operates.
- The Future of ERP: Unlocking Finance Transformation with Emerging Technologies
- Competition or Collaboration: Bridging The Gap between Traditional & Digitalized
- Business The CFO’s Role in Driving Innovation and Business Transformation
- Building the Finance Function of the Future Financial Transformation in the ChatGPT
- Era Navigating the Future of Finance Evolving Role of the CFO in the Digital Age
- Future of Finance: Strategies for CFOs in an Evolving Landscape
EERS – Egypt Energy Reform Summit 2023, 13-14th, September 2023 – Cairo, Egypt.
EERS2023 will be the Largest and Most Important event for Renewable Energy Leaders in MENA!
The 1st Egypt Energy Reform Summit ( Co-located with Hydrogen Egypt Summit, and MENA Solar Wind Storage Summit) takes place in person in 13-14th September, 2023, Cairo, provided an initiative platform for the national and international Renewable Energy industry to discuss the optimization of MENA’s next phase of hydrogen and green power development.
The Summit is a platform for the local industrial leaders to disseminate key messages and discuss new opportunities for development with international investors, operators, and technology providers. During the two day in-person EERS 2023 conference and exhibition, it will be around 80+ senior-level Speakers, 500+ Delegations, 40+Exhibitors,500+sqm Exhibition Area,2000+Attendees from governments, energy companies and utilities, investors, epc, financial institutions, consultants, law firms and academics in the region.
We hope this is the new era for Egypt energy transition, and we look forward to seeing you in September!
3rd Annual Biometrics MENA Summit 2023, September 12 – 13, 2023 – Grosvenor House, Dubai
The 3rd Annual MENA Biometrics Summit 2023 is set to take place, focusing on the importance of digital identity and the role of biometric technology in digital security solutions. With the world becoming more connected and reliant on digital platforms, digital identity has become essential for online consumption, remote employment, and internet citizenship. The summit will address key challenges such as the adoption and implementation of new biometric technology, safeguarding enterprises from e-crime and identity theft, and regulatory challenges surrounding biometric adoption in the private sector.
The summit features an impressive lineup of panel discussions and keynotes from distinguished speakers, panelists, and moderators, offering attendees the chance to learn from industry experts and thought leaders in biometrics, network with peers and stakeholders, and gain insights into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities. This event is ideal for CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, heads of information security, heads of digital transformation, fraud identity, access management specialists, security and IT engineers, analysts, and consultants.
The event will feature highlights such as Revolutionizing Digital Identity, Beyond Passwords – The Promise and Peril of Biometric Authentication, Balancing Convenience and Security, and Multi-Cloud IAM. Additionally, the summit will discuss Biometrics and Healthcare IT, Smart Borders, and the Role of AI in Law Enforcement.
Grandeur World Pet Fair (GWPF) 2023, 9 – 11 September, 2023 – Poly World Trade Center Expo, Guangzhou, China
The show will kick off in Sept. 2023 in Guangzhou, and make stops in Guiyang, Nanning, Hefei, Tianjin, Wuhan, Changsha, Chongqing, Nanchang and Xiamen over a 12-month period, exploring the vast domestic markets in the Middle Southern, Northern, Southeastern and Southwestern China, building a world-class pet event and the first show will be held this Sept. 9-11, at Poly World Trade Center Guangzhou.
MIDDLE EAST INSTRUMENTATION, CYBERSECURITY & AUTOMATION CONFERENCE & SHOWCASE, 12 – 14 September, 2023 – Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.
MEICA’s 4th Edition is scheduled to take place on 12th – 14th September 2023 Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia to show itself as an ideal location for the world of business and trade in Middle East, assembling key service providers and engineers involved in equipment design, standards, maintenance and reliability, cybersecurity and asset integrity practices that evolves around the instrumentation control and automation equipment prodigy of heavy industries in GCC and providing an all- new perspective on the technology and engineering expertise necessary to power a sustainable outcome for the industry.
Event Initial Agenda:
DAY 1: 12th SEP, 2023 Start: 7:30 – 9:00 End: 17:00
DAY 2: 13th SEP, 2023 Start: 8.00 – 09.00 End: 17:00
Day 3: 14th SEP, 2023 Start: 08.00 – 08.30 End: 14:30
2023 World Battery & Energy Storage Industry Expo (WBE 2023), formerly Asia Battery Sourcing Fair (GBF ASIA), 8th-10th August , 2023 – China Import & Export Fair Complex, No. 380, Yuejiang Zhong Road, Guangzhou, China
More than 1,000 high-quality exhibitors are expected to sign up for WBE 2023, including as many as 450 leading battery manufacturers offering the latest solutions for electric vehicles, energy storage, 3C products, smart terminals and other electronic devices and appliances. With booth bookings and registrations pouring in, WBE 2023 is confident it will see a record 1,000 exhibitors and 450 battery exhibitors this August!
Cloud NEXT Qatar Summit 2023, 6th – 7th June 2023 – Ritz-Carlton Doha, Qatar
We are excited to announce the inaugural edition of the Cloud NEXT Qatar Summit. Cloud NEXT Qatar focuses on cloud transformation, and its application in various industries & sectors like Financial Services, Government Organizations, Retail & E-Commerce, Telecommunications, Oil & Gas & FMCG. Cloud NEXT Qatar provides a platform for different industries to come together, discuss, innovate, network & learn about the latest developments from peers in various industries.
The event will take place on the 6th and 7th of June 2023 at the Ritz-Carlton Doha, Qatar.
The 2nd Annual MENA Gaming & eSports Summit, 30 and 31May, 2023 – the Address Dubai Marina, UAE
The 2nd Annual MENA Gaming & eSports Summit – taking place at the Address Dubai Marina, UAE, from May 30th through the 31st – will reflect the industry’s voices on the future of gaming, emerging digital trends and technology in game programming, the impact of cloud-based & AI-powered solutions, amongst a ton more.
Embarking on the success of the first-ever B2B gaming & eSports conference in the city, this one-of-a-kind event will feature thought leaders and pioneers from the industry, delving into the conversation surrounding the increasing scope of this sector within the MENA region, which is a direct reflection on the steady-growing culture, vital in youth empowerment today.
Middle East Asset Integrity Management Conference & Showcase (AIMCS 2023), 16 – 18 May, 2023 – Rixos Marina – Abu Dhabi, UAE
These are critical to the safe and smooth operations of oil and gas facilities and installations, from oil fields and offshore platforms to pipelines and refineries. Keeping this in mind, the Asset Integrity (AIMCS), scheduled to take place in Rixos marina Abu Dhabi, 2023, will play host to leading influencers and decision makers in the field, sharing insights and best practices on how to effectively manage their assets to deliver value, as well as showcasing the latest technological advancements, innovative solutions to tackle current and future challenges on major incidents causing safety, environmental, and fiscal risks.
Event Agenda:
DAY 1: 16th May, 2023 Start: 7:30 – 9:00 End: 17:00
DAY 2: 17th May, 2023 Start: 8.00 – 09.00 End: 17:00
Day 3: 18th May, 2023 Start: 08.00 – 08.30 End: 14:30
