FM EXPO 2015 to throw spotlight on latest facilities management solutions, services & best practices for UAE

Dubai, UAE, March 9, 2015 – The UAE’s construction sector contributed 7.89 per cent to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) in the first half of 2014 (Dubai Statistics Centre, 2015), while it poised to make a contribution between 11 and 11.5 per cent to the GDP from 2015 to 2021 (Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, 2013). This sustained momentum also bodes well for its Facilities Management industry – a sector set to be worth AED 20 billion in the current year, with significant potential for growth and development. Leading FM companies are leveraging the abundant opportunities in the UAE’s growing construction sector by offering state-of-the-art FM solutions to further strengthen and expand their presence in the country.

FM EXPO, the only dedicated Facilities Management exhibition in the Middle East, taking place in Dubai in May, will address critical industry needs and provide visitors with the tools to capitalize on the upcoming business prospects. The show will bring together the facilities management industry, to discuss trends, challenges and best practices along with showcasing lucrative opportunities in the flourishing sector.

Jaafar Shubber, Senior Project Manager, FM EXPO, said: “The growth in the UAE’s construction sector has created fresh opportunities in the regional FM industry. The customer has become more aware and is demanding integrated, sophisticated FM contracts which not only ensure enhanced services but also result in improved cost efficiencies. FM EXPO 2015 will be a perfect place to gain direct access to key suppliers from across the region and the world, network with FM professionals, and get a deeper insight about the latest industry trends by attending key educational events. The 9th edition of the exhibition will highlight a wealth of new and creative ideas for the UAE’s FM sector.”  

Jamal Lootah, CEO, Imdaad, said: “The current boom in the GCC’s construction sector has created lucrative opportunities for the regional and international FM companies. The UAE market is driven towards integrated FM solutions where companies offer informative, transparent and ultra-modern services to its clients. As the Principal Intelligent Partner for the FM EXPO, we will leverage its platform to showcase our unique soft and hard FM services.”

More than 150 regional and international exhibitors will display a wide range of services, including Access Control, Building Management Systems, Energy Management and Environmental Solutions. FM EXPO is supported by Principal Intelligence Partner – Imdaad, Innovation Sponsor - Emrill, Sustainability Sponsor – Farnek, The Smart FM, Platinum Sponsor – ETA Facilities Management, endorsed by Dubai Municipality and supported by the Middle East Facility Management Association (MEFMA) and the British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM). In excess of 7,500 visitors are expected to attend over the three days.

Aside from the exhibition which takes place from May 18 to 20, 2015 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, FM EXPO 2015 will also host the annual World FM Congress along with free certified workshops. FM EXPO 2015 will be held concurrently with the Middle East Waste & Recycling and Commercial Cleaning & Hygiene, , offering more opportunities for exhibitors and visitors to do business. For more information, please log on to: http://www.fm-expo.com/.