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The acquisition, which guarantees the event's continued growth and development, was confirmed recently by the signing of an agreement between dmg Index Exhibitions Ltd, and the current management, Streamline Marketing, who will continue to run the show on behalf of the new owners.
"This is excellent news for the future of the exhibition," said Joanne Evans, director of Streamline Marketing. "It now comes under the umbrella of one of the largest exhibition organisers in the Middle East, with the significant added benefit that it will enjoy highly specialised global support. At the same time, our continued role as event organisers means consistency for the large number of exhibitors already taking part in the show, and enjoying the benefits."
Bernard Walsh, managing director of dmg Index Exhibitions Ltd, said: "The Hotel Show joins our portfolio of major Middle East exhibitions, and we are committed to ensuring its continued development, both through investment, and the substantial backing of our parent company, which has extensive worldwide experience, and unrivalled connections in the exhibitions industry."
Among the major events organised by dmg Index Exhibitions Ltd, Index is the Middle East's premier trade event for the furnishing and interiors industry, and The Big 5 is the largest trade show for the construction industry in the Arabian Gulf.
With more than 20 businesses operating out of 33 offices in locations from China to Brazil, dmg world media is a subsidiary of The Daily Mail & General Trust plc, a FTSE 100 company with extensive media interests in national and regional newspapers, radio, television, electronic media and business to business information.
The Hotel Show is held under the patronage of H.H.General Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, UAE Minister of Defence, and chairman of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing.
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