Summer 2017
Message from the Management Team Marhaba and Greetings Welcome to the Summer 2017 edition of The BUZZ,
Inside: Tribute to
Pradeep
Staff News MF Babies MF Dinos Mirror Mirror on
the Wall
It’s been a roller coaster ride for the first six months of 2017 at our subsidiary; back to back shows, ups and downs, lasting memories and more new milestones have underlined what has been a very eventful and successful half of the year. With the Eid holidays now upon us, and the 2016-2017 event season officially over, it’s the perfect time to reflect back on our busiest six month period yet, packaged neatly into eight world -class exhibitions and seven conferences. One of the many highlights was the launch of Intersec Saudi Arabia in May, our third event in the Kingdom which even by its own lofty standards, exceeded all expectations. For the first time ever, visitor numbers to our ‘big three’, Intersec, Automechanika Dubai, and Beautyworld Middle East, surpassed the 100,000 mark, emphasizing their global reach. In total, our eight exhibitions in H1 2017 featured 5,720 exhibitors from 57 countries spanning 111,095sqm net of exhibition space, three per cent more than the same period in 2016 in both net space covered and exhibitor numbers. Together, they also drew in 123,135 visitors from 135 countries, a steady seven per cent increase compared to the H1 of last year.
Messe Maideners Team in Focus MF Weddings MF Holidays Looking back -
This consistency is only possible thanks to each and every one of you. Your hard work and dedication to overcome the various challenges that have presented themselves has certainly paid off, and we’re very grateful to work with such a talented group of people. Looking forward, the MFME team continues to grow, and we’re excited to add the 24th floor of the H Office Tower to our ever-expanding office space during the second half of the year. Improvements to the management structure will ensure we as an organisation continue to navigate our future expansion plans in a seamless manner, while at the same time provide you with the right tools and resources to do what you do best.
Show reviews
Meanwhile, we hope you enjoy this edition of The BUZZ, and feel free to share your thoughts and experiences for future editions.
Looking forward -
Once again we would like to express our gratitude for your continuous hard work and support.
Upcoming shows
Eid Mubarak to you all!
The Management Team
Pradeep Gopalan, we will miss you!
Pradeep is not just a name. It is a symbol. It belongs to that innocent and smiling face of Messe Frankfurt Dubai team, who simply believed in one thing – let your work speak for you! Pradeep was not pompous, he didn’t make noise about what he did at work, he never over played his cards. He was simple, gentle, hardworking, committed and honest worker who silently went about doing his work. He never wanted limelight, never wanted controversy, never believed in lobbying. The man who had so many dreams for his son, who was passionate about cricket, who took pride in talking about his home – Kerala, who always exuded smile and encouragement. There were days in office when there was pressure from on-going audits, show budgets, outstanding payments, internal commission calculations and disbursement, and million other things that are perfect recipe for making some one edgy and snappy. But Pradeep never ever showed the slightest strain. The smile never left his lips, the tone and volume of his voice always remained pleasant. He could handle every situation with absolute calmness and confidence. I miss you Pradeep and I pray that you are smiling up there in heaven!!! Angels like you belong there!!!! Farhat Kazi
You left us too soon, my friend. I never understood the saying ‘Everyone enters your life for a reason’ until the day you left us for good. You were one of the most amazing people that I was blessed to know and for that I am grateful. You became my friend from the very first day I entered Messe. You took me around and made me feel right at home. Through the years we shared a lot of things. Work pressure, challenges and achievements… we went through a lot together. Our bond was so strong; you ended being a part of my family – my best friend. You were the best man at my wedding, a cheerful companion on many family holidays and a faithful uncle to our son. There are certain people - the ones who have a very special place in your heart. The ones you will never forget and can’t thank God enough for crossing your path. You are such a person. You left too soon, but they do say that the good die young. I want to believe that God had his reasons… and who are we to question his will? If there is anything I learned from the passing of my friend, it is that time is truly precious. We never know when will be the last time we see someone. Your loss has taught me one big lesson – None of us has time. So I have made a decision to make more time for the people I love… show them how much I appreciate every second I have with them. I will hug my son tighter, share more with my family; enjoy my time with them and make as many memories as I can. I will take more photographs, message more friends and cherish all our experiences together. I will go after my dreams, no matter how big or small they are. I will simply be grateful for the life that I have. And I will be happy. For this lesson, I will always be grateful to you Pradeep. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. And I will always thank God for bringing you into my life. Thank you for being one of the most influential people I've ever met, for accepting and loving everyone and for being someone that has impacted many lives. You will never be forgotten. Always your friend, Shakil
Welcome to our world! Congrats Gavin on your first century!
MF Dinos It’s been 5 years since the three amigos, Farhat Kazi, Abdullah Waheed & Vivian Melendres started their journey with Messe Frankfurt. Congratulations for making it into the MF Dino Club.
Melvin’s baby Armas Juan, born on June 1
Mharny’s baby Julianna Eleanor, born on May 2
Gil’s baby Luc, born on April 17
Mirror Mirror on the Wall Great minds think alike. Evidently they also dress alike. Michael Dehn has judiciously scoured the workplace over the years taking snaps on his phone of employees wearing the same coloured clothes. If you can guess the number of pictures on Michael’s phone of colleagues donning the same colored garbs, you win yourself a Samsung Galaxy Tablet. The first person who sends the correct number wins. Good luck.
Meet the Messe Maideners
Samah’s baby Tim, born on April 8
Sarki Man Jimba Office Support Internal
Lal Bahadur Shrestha Office Support Internal
Geoff Turaray Sales Executive, Outgoing Sales
Ajay Shahani Sales Manager, Conference Sponsorship
Erwyn Lyka Ibasco Telemarketing Executive
Karin Regner Head of Accounts
Team in Focus: Office Support Ali Akbar’s baby Hoorain Fatima, born on April 7
Mariam’s babies, Arya and Athena, born on Feb 26
For this Summer’s edition of The BUZZ 2017 the team in focus is the Office Support team “the helping hands of Messe Frankfurt”- Shejith (Junior Office Manager) is the captain of this team and his teammates being Seyed Niyaz Abdeen and Joseph Jed Baldonado (both Office Support - external), Manoj Kumar Nullupra, Sarki Man Jimba and Lal Bahadur Shrestha (all Office Support - internal)
Bossman showing how its done!
Matches made in heaven
Fazilat & Meer
Nargis & Yasir Shahzad
Cheryl & Adarsh
Sunanda & Prasanna Sangeeth
MF Holidays
Auroville, India Karen, Jhiezel, JC, Dyan, Ron, Sarah, Lorelei, Loida, Angelica - Georgia
Tommy & girlfriend - Isfahan, Iran Ruby - Cinque Terre, Italy Abdul & friends Petra, Jordan Sarah, Ciro & Debbie India
Jillaine, Jhiezel & Joan Japan
Kyoto, Japan
Phoebe & husband Armenia
Looking back – show reviews
The 19th edition of the world’s largest trade fair for security, safety and fire protection was flagged off by His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum at DWTC on 22nd January. Intersec 2017 featured 1,304 exhibitors and welcomed over 33,000 visitors from 128 countries indicating a 5 per cent overall growth compared to its previous edition.
Materials Handling Middle East
9th edition Sept 11 - 13, 2017
Light Middle East
12th edition October 17 - 19, 2017
Prolight+Sound Middle East
2nd edition October 17 - 19, 2017
INDEPENDENT CONFERENCES * BOHS Worker Health Protection Conference Oct 10 - 11, 2017 * MEPOS Annual Meeting Oct 12 - 14, 2017 * The International Conference on Future Mobility Nov 7 - 8, 2017
The 2nd edition of Automechanika Jeddah was equally impressive as its predecessor. This year’s exhibition featured some of the world’s leading manufacturers and suppliers taking aim at the Kingdom’s huge automotive aftermarket. More than 4,000 trade buyers networked with 174 exhibitors from 25 countries during the three- day exhibition which was held at the Jeddah Centre for Forums & Events.
The region’s dedicated trade fair for stationary and office supplies opened the gates to its 7th edition on 14th March 2017. The three day trade fair had 313 exhibitors from 42 countries displaying an array of gift articles, paper, creative materials, and children’s toys & games. Paperworld Middle East 2017 welcomed more than 6,000 visitors from 93 countries who were ecstatic to see the impressive lineup of exhibitors and umpteen display of products.
Intersec
20th edition Jan 21 - 23, 2018
Automechanika Riyadh (NEW!)
1st edition Feb 5 - 7, 2018
Paperworld Middle East
8th edition Feb 27 - Mar 1, 2018
Automechanika Dubai
16th edition May 1 - 3, 2018
Beautyworld Middle East
23rd edition May 8 - 10, 2018
The three-day exhibition featuring everything to do with leather opened for the third time on 30th April 2017 at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Center. Both global & local players alike were out in full force during the three day event to make a mark with their latest line of collections and products. The show had 65 exhibitors this time and attracted more than 2,000 visitors.
The launch edition of Intersec KSA was a proud moment for the team and the subsidiary equally. After consistent growth of Intersec to the level of being the leading international platform for the Security & Safety industry, the team decided to venture into the KSA market. The launch edition in Jeddah featured 170 exhibitors from 26 countries and attracted more than 6,000 visitors who were all intrigued to find out what’s new in the region’s largest commercial security and fire safety market.
Materials Handling Middle East
9th edition Sept 11 - 13, 2017
Light Middle East
12th edition October 17 - 19, 2017
Prolight+Sound Middle East
2nd edition October 17 - 19, 2017
INDEPENDENT CONFERENCES * BOHS Worker Health Protection Conference Oct 10 - 11, 2017 * MEPOS Annual Meeting Oct 12 - 14, 2017 * The International Conference on Future Mobility Nov 7 - 8, 2017
The 15th edition of Automechanika Dubai 2017, like all its preceding shows, was a great success. This year the auto services industry showcase witnessed the participation of 1,955 exhibitors from 57 countries. More than 30,000 trade visitors showed up from 134 countries looking for the latest products and services available from the leading local and international automotive aftermarket companies.
The 22nd edition of Beautyworld Middle East bared witness to a record breaking success. The region’s largest international beauty and wellness trade fair welcomed more than 42,000 visitors and featured 1,570 exhibitors from 57 countries. One of the numerous highlights of this year’s show was the special appearance of renowned Hollywood hair artist, Guy tang. Other highpoints which played major role in pooling people to the show were Quintessence, Center Stage by Nazih Group, and events like Battle of the Barbers & Nail It.
Intersec
20th edition Jan 21 - 23, 2018
Automechanika Riyadh (NEW!)
1st edition Feb 5 - 7, 2018
Paperworld Middle East
8th edition Feb 27 - Mar 1, 2018
Automechanika Dubai
16th edition May 1 - 3, 2018
Beautyworld Middle East
23rd edition May 8 - 10, 2018
More than 250 orthopaedic experts, plastic surgeons and physiotherapists attended the 4th annual edition of the International Advanced Orthopaedic Congress which was held at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Academic Medical Center in Dubai Health Care City on 18 – 20 May 2017. With a multi-disciplinary programme including cadaveric workshops, ultrasound instructional courses, physiotherapy symposium and a series of keynote lectures and case discussion sessions, this year’s IAOC was one of the best editions yet.
The annual three day event dedicated to tools, hardware, materials and machinery was inaugurated by His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors at the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority. This year’s Hardware+Tools Middle East had a total of 166 exhibitors and more than 2,900 visitors who were eager to find out all the latest tools & equipment’s which was on display.
Materials Handling Middle East
9th edition Sept 11 - 13, 2017
Light Middle East
12th edition October 17 - 19, 2017
Prolight+Sound Middle East
2nd edition October 17 - 19, 2017
INDEPENDENT CONFERENCES * BOHS Worker Health Protection Conference Oct 10 - 11, 2017 * MEPOS Annual Meeting Oct 12 - 14, 2017 * The International Conference on Future Mobility Nov 7 - 8, 2017
The inaugural edition of the Procurement Middle East Conference was held at the Crowne Plaza, Bahrain on 22 – 24 May 2017. The event was officially inaugurated by H.E. Eng. Basim Bin Yacob Alhamer, Bahrain’s Minister of Bahrain and Chairman of the Bahrain Tender Board. The conference was officially supported by the Bahrain Tender Board, the Bahrain National Gas Company (Banagas) and the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS).
Looking forward – upcoming shows Materials Handling Middle East (11 - 13 Sept, 2017) The show that concluded on an all-time high in 2015 is once again scheduled to be back in Dubai starting from 11th September 2017. The 9th edition of Materials Handling Middle East will open its doors to more than 100 exhibitors and expecting over 4,500 visitors year. Let’s wish the team good luck who are already working on full swing to meet their targets.
Intersec
20th edition Jan 21 - 23, 2018
Automechanika Riyadh (NEW!)
1st edition Feb 5 - 7, 2018
Paperworld Middle East
Light Middle East (17 - 19 Oct, 2017) The 12th edition of Light Middle East is definitely going to shed some light on the latest trends in the lighting industry. With more and more innovations and developments in the lighting industry the show becomes even more exiting year after year. This year we have nine country pavilions featuring assortment of brands from various countries. The 2017 edition of Light ME is expected to bring in more than 350 exhibitors and 6,000+ visitors.
8th edition Feb 27 - Mar 1, 2018
Automechanika Dubai
16th edition May 1 - 3, 2018
Beautyworld Middle East
23rd edition May 8 - 10, 2018
Prolight+Sound Middle East (17 - 19 Oct, 2017) Relatively a new show in Dubai, the second edition of Prolight+Sound Middle East is surely one with a lot of potential. The Middle East region being one of the largest markets globally, major players in the industry believe the demand for pro-audio and entertainment, lighting equipment will only be soaring. Prolight+Sound ME 2017 is expected to grow by at least 15 per cent bringing in more than 40 exhibitors and over 1,500 trade visitors to the venue.