The Brazilian delegation at building industry fair Big 5, in Dubai, had breakfast with construction companies and importers. Heavyweights such as the Lebanese CCC and Saudi Oger were in attendance.
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The maker of kids’ shoes exports to eight Arab countries and has inaugurated its first exclusive shop in Beirut, Lebanon. For 2012, plans are to sell 15% more in the region.
Brazilian exhibitors reported good movement at in the first day of the building sector fair in Dubai. The Brazilian pavilion was the first to be visited by the minister of Finance of the Emirates.
A study by DMG, organizer of the Big 5 fair, shows there are 5,000 works underway in the region. The European crisis has not affected the number of exhibitors at the event, which has actually risen.
Brazil is again at the Big 5, the largest building sector fair in the Middle East. Companies like Itagres, MZ Artes, Deca, Tropical Rocks and ALM want their products in projects in the region.
The ambassador of the African country expects that more companies explore the agricultural area. He also spoke about opportunities in mining, water resources and sanitation.
Lula Institute, Bank Federation (Febraban) and Federation of Industries (Fiesp) met with businessmen to discuss investment in the continent. Countries in the region grow at above the global rate.
Iraq Agro-Food 2011 will be held in Erbil, from November 21st to 24th. The event focuses on agricultural technology, food, food processing, and packaging.
With its sophisticated shoes and sandals, Cecconello has conquered clients in Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. In order to grow in the region, the company bets on international fairs.
The trip to be promoted by the Apex to the Emirates and Saudi in February will focus on expanding sales of foods, beverages and building material, areas in which Brazil is strong. Enrolment is open.
The Gulf country was chosen as one of the target markets for Brazilian sector exports. Sector association aims to qualify companies to sell to the Saudis, with the support of the Apex.
A survey covering 21 products and services in Abu Dhabi shows increase in prices in September and in the third quarter. In Dubai, real estate deals reached US$ 10 billion in the first half.
Export promotion agency will organize a trip to the Emirates and Saudi for businessmen in February. Delegation will be led by minister Fernando Pimentel. Preparatory event will be held on the 19th.
Anuga, in Germany, should end on the 12th. Among the Brazilian participants are 70 companies and 12 sector organisations. The fair includes a forum about halal certification with Brazilian presence.
