Gulf Industry Magazine updates you with the latest calendar of events from the Middle East.

DATAMATIX CORPORATE COMMUNICATION AND SOCIAL MEDIA CONFERENCE

August 16 to 17

The conference aspires to address the latest digital trend, whilst bringing together leading communication experts and social media leaders regionally and globally, thereby providing new insights and inspiring approaches for the dynamic and evolving world of media and communications.

Dubai, UAE

INTERNATIONAL ALUMINIUM CONFERENCE 2017

September 25 to 27

Bringing the global aluminium industry together for 32 years, the International Aluminium Conference, organised by the Metal Bulletin Events will cover areas like delivering specialist market knowledge and industry insight, global non-ferrous metals and steel markets. With more than 400 delegates in attendance every year, this event is essential for all those involved in the global aluminium supply chain. Key decision makers from over 240 companies and 52 countries joined the conference in 2016,.

This is a truly global gathering, keeping the industry professionals at the forefront of market trends and industry technology, with internationally recognised speakers delivering crucial presentations.

Gulf Hotel, Bahrain

MIDDLE EAST WASTE & RECYCLING 2017

September 25 to 27

Middle East Waste & Recycling is the region’s premier trade show for professionals working within waste management and recycling services, technology and equipment. The event is the Middle East’s dedicated event for the waste management industry. It brings together professionals from diverse disciplines giving them the chance to learn about new products and services, enhance their knowledge and network with their peers.

Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE

SEATRADE OFFSHORE MARINE AND WORKBOATS MIDDLE EAST (SOMWME)

September 25 to 27

IT protection and cyber security will take centre stage at the biennial exhibition and conference. The focus on IT systems at sea follows the recent global WannaCry attack, which shut down computers used by Spanish ISP Telefonica, FedEX and the UK’s National Health Service, among others, affecting some 200,000 computers in 150 countries.

AMERICAN EXPRESS WORLD LUXURY EXPO

October 4 to 6

A selection of the world’s leading luxury brands

Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

MIDDLE EAST PROCESS SAFETY CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION (MEPSC) 2017

October 10 to 11

Organised by AIChE’s Center for Chemical Process Safety, CCPS-MEPSC is the Middle East conference for stakeholders in the process industries who recognize the business value of process safety.

BIECC, Bahrain

MEPEC 2017

October 10 to 11

The region›s largest and most reputable event for the Process Engineering industry. Operators, Technology and Solution Providers as well as Industrial Researchers from Academic and Research Organisations will gather in Bahrain to engage under the theme `Sustainable Growth through Process Innovation & Downstream Integration’.

BIECC, Bahrain

MIDDLE EAST FINE & SPECIALTY CHEMICALS CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION

October 9 to 11

The first Middle East Specialty Chemicals event.

BIECC, Bahrain

LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE FOR WOMEN AWARDS & SYMPOSIUM (LEWAS)

October 10 to 11

Lewas is the leading awards program and symposium for women in the Middle East.

BIECC, Bahrain

BAHRAIN INTERNATIONAL DEFENCE EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE (BIDEC)

October 16 to 18

The inaugural Bahrain International Defence Exhibition & Conference (BIDEC), organised by Clarion Events, is fully supported by the Bahrain Defence Force, and presents a brand new opportunity for exhibitors to showcase the latest technology, equipment and hardware across land, sea and air. Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) are currently upgrading their capabilities and systems.

BIECC, Bahrain

LIGHT MIDDLE EAST 2017

October 17 to 19

Over the last 11 years, Light Middle East has been delivering the opportunity to generate business in the Middle East. This is the premier event for the lighting industry in the region and offers a B2B platform to manufacturers, architects, designers, consultants, engineers, construction companies, hospitality industry professionals, government officials and more.

Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE

MIDDLE EAST ELECTRICITY 2018

March 6 to 8, 2018

MEE is the region’s leading international trade event for the power industry, with dedicated product sectors for power generation, transmission & distribution, lighting, and solar at the co-located Solar Middle East exhibition.

Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE