Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dubai WoodShow?

The Dubai WoodShow event is where the International Wood & Wood Machinery industries meet, it also incorporates corporate, private visitors and providers of key services and expertise.  It is an event which is focused on a global scale it also offers an opportunity for multi-national companies and agents to showcase wood products and related machinery to potential and prospective target audiences.

What is the main objective of the show? 

To have a platform for visitors and exhibitors to establish profitable relationships, it is an excellent opportunity to forge long term business relations, businesses from all aspects of the wood industry to showcase their products, services and machinery.

Where is it held?

The Dubai WoodShow is held at the Dubai Airport Expo which is a subsidiary of the Dubai World Trade Centre, one of the leading commercial, residential, exhibitions & conventions centre in the Middle East.

When is it taking place?

The Dubai WoodShow will take place during the 13th – 15th of April, 2010. The dates have been planned to ensure maximum convenience and attendance, which will provide peek exposure to the exhibitors.

As an exhibitor what can I expect to achieve at the show

• Sell Your Products or Service
• Meet well known prospects, and meet potential clients
• Meet Executive People representing their respective organization
• Develop long term relationships with investors, suppliers, bulk buyers, collaborators, and distributers
• Network with industry professionals, gather information and new technologies
• Showcase products with high impact resulting in sales, and marketing
• Meet potential representatives for new markets
• Increased media awareness and coverage
• Reinforce image and credibility in the wood industry
• Test new products and pricing strategies
• Identify new needs in the market and educate potential buyers and customers
• Market and Brand your company on a global scale

Who will exhibit?

All manufacturers, traders, suppliers, distributors of MDF, veneer, plywood, laminates, parquet, paper products, treatment products, wood processing, woodworking machinery, timber merchants, interior designers, furniture manufacturer, carpenters, architects, engineers, wholesale traders, retailers, and building material manufacturers. Construction suppliers and all those involved with the development, marketing, selling, operations, and supply services of wood.  A list of our current exhibitors is listed on our website.  You can click here to view the exhibitors list.

Which countries would the exhibitors come from?

Exhibitors are expected to attend from many countries:  Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Eastern Europe,  France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Lebanon, Malaysia,  Netherlands, New Zealand, Northern Baltic countries, Norway, Pakistan, Portugal,  Romania, Russia, Scandinavia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, South America, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom & United States and all African, GCC and Pan Arab countries.

Why are we holding the show in Dubai?

• Dubai is the Financial, Business, and Tourist Hub of the Region.
• Dubai has a huge import & re-export market for wood.
• Dubai is recognized as one of the fastest growing cities in the world, generating an enormous demand for wood & wood machineries.
• The GCC and other neighboring countries target Dubai for business and trade, this translates to much focus and anticipation to attend events in Dubai.
• The Dubai Airport Expo plays a vital role in the staging of international trade fairs for the Gulf and Middle East region which is being recognized as one of the most rapid growing markets for trade and commerce in the world.
• Dubai has grown substantially with its most recent development boom, it is business friendly, and government has set up Free zones, ports, and easier trade regulations.
• Dubai is ideal logistically.
• Dubai is known as one of the central Geographical Business locations of the world.

Why Dubai Woodshow

The Dubai WoodShow is the only one of its kind in the Middle East, it has grown over 150% within the last 4 years with exhibitors, and visitors, and we plan to grow by 20% per year. Click here to see the graph for the Growth Statistics for Dubai Woodshow

Who will be visiting the show?

• Furniture Manufacturers, Interior Designers, Factory Suppliers, Traders, Investors, industry regulators,  Executive Personnel from all organizations related to the wood industry
• Officials of economic departments, export councils, wood councils, free zones, trade councils, and government entities

Who is supporting the show?

The show is supported by worldwide associations such as Eumabois, American Hardwood Export Council, and AFMPA, Malaysian Timber Council and QWEB, we are proud to have many publications as our official media partners.

Do you have a post show report for 2009?  And what are the expectations for the 2010 event?

The Dubai International Wood & Wood Machinery Show 2009 was held from 21st – 23rd of April 2009 at the Dubai Airport Expo. The show had exhibitors from 24 countries Afghanistan, Bahrain, India, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, Indonesia, and Europe. You may click here to download the DWS 2009 Post Show report in PDF format. The fifth edition is expected to be at least 17,000 Square Meters

How much does it cost to book a stand?

Please download our Reservation & Sales contract by clicking here or you can visit the page by clicking here.

Who is organizing the show?

Strategic Marketing & Exhibitions is one of the leading organizers of exhibitions and conferences in the United Arab Emirates. For more info on Strategic Marketing and Exhibitions, please click here.

How do I reserve my space?   

You may call one of our sales professionals at +971 4 2829299, you can also download our Reservation & Sales Contract. Once downloaded and filled out, you can fax it to us at +971 4 2828767 or send it through e-mail to sales@dubaiwoodshow.com

Who can I contact to assist me in my Travel and Visa Needs?

Please contact Ms. Darshana Cabraal of Arabian Oryx Travel & Tourism LLC at +971 4 273 5799.  For more information, you can go to their website at: www.aoryx.ae for all travel and visa related needs.

If I already have a stand or need logistics assistance who can you recommend?

• Please go to the MiceLog website at www.freightsystems.com for more information.
• You can also go to the Aramex website at www.aramex.com.  Alternatively, for Aramex, you can contact Mr. Firas Firaj at +971 50 340 0530 or through his email at firas.firaj@aramex.com.
• You may also use other logistics companies of your choice.

Who can I contact if I need to build my own stand in open area?

Please go to the Al Fajer website at www.alfajer.net for more information.