SBIE concludes its 25th edition with flying colors

JEDDAH — The 25th Saudi Building & Interiors Exhibition (SBIE), recently concluded its successful four-day run at the Jeddah Center for Forums and Events, with over 13,000 specialized visitors. The leading industry fair which celebrated this year silver jubilee edition, hosted over 200 exhibitors from 7 countries and played a major role in providing an ideal networking platform for industry professionals from the related fields to share and overview latest products, services and trends. Held under the patronage of Prince Mishaal Bin Majed, Governor of Jeddah and inaugurated by Dr. Hani Abu Ras, Mayor of Jeddah, this year’s edition received positive notes from both participants and visitors. Commenting on the show, visitor Ahmed Al Saqaf said “I think we came to the perfect place to become familiar with the latest trends in construction and interior design. I believe I found what I am looking for.” Meanwhile, Faris Al Bissani, in charge of one of the participating painting companies, noted that the show has witnessed many visitors and “we were able to build a great network of new customers.” Zahoor Siddique, Vice President of Al Harithy Company for Exhibition, said “we are extremely happy about the outcome of this year’s event, as the number of visitors exceeded the previous show’s count, apart from the usual products and equipment on display, which are, of course, much more varied, newer and more innovative.” The Zhejiang Foreign Trade & Economic Cooperation Bureau repeated its presence at the 25th edition of the show. The participating Chinese participants met the contemporary living with style and innovation. It brought in a wide range of goods manufactured in Zhejiang Province of China with participation from over 70 well-established enterprises.