Dubai, 19th Oct. 2008 (WAM) -- The regions premier and leading equine trade fair (Al Fares) will open its doors on 28th of October 2008 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) with 250 companies from over 20 countries across the globe showcasing a host of products targeted at the equestrian market of the region.
The show under the patronage of Princess Haya bint Al Hussein, wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE Ruler of Dubai, is one of the oldest expos in the equestrian realm and is in its eighth edition now. Commenting on the expo, Mr. Satish Khanna, General Manager, Al Fajer Information and Services, organisers of the fair, said: "This year, a significant number of global players in the equine trade have joined us endorsing the fact that Al Fares remains the one and only exhibition recognised worldwide as a salient trade platform to do business and capitalise on the booming regional market for equestrian products."Salient among the participation would be global players in the equestrian trade market from Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, the US and the UK. Among international participation, Germany has one of the largest contingent with 21 companies including leading names like Activomed, Boekmann, Canina, Waldhausen, Tropmed etc. Mr. Khanna said that the UAE will have the single largest contingent at the expo with 40 companies taking part. Collectively, these companies represent over 150 brands from across the world. A group of local companies will be displaying a wide range of Veterinary and other equestrian products. "The significant participation of the UAE-based firms also affirms the fact that the country plays a significant role in the enhancement of the regional market for equestrian products. The participation also comes in the context of Dubai being a globally acknowledged hub of the equestrian sports along with a strong reputation for breeding of thoroughbreds, trade and infrastructure development," Mr. Khanna said. He said Al Fares 2008 is also coming just before the start of the racing season which will add value to the shows stature and reach. Al Fares Dubai 2008 will highlight new products and services for horses and riders. The three-day expo is also accompanied by a series of seminars on exercise physiology, nutrition, total horse management, new products and services, horse psychology, injuries, diseases, breeding, breaking, grooming, shoeing, horse examination and rehabilitation of sport horses, among others. The expo will see horse owners, trainers, chiefs of the equine industry, renowned jockeys, polo professionals, and horse lovers from across the world converge in Dubai to participate in the fair.Copyright Emirates News Agency (WAM) 2008.
