Enthusiastic crowds mark the beginning of the Middle East's annual shopping bonanza
GITEX Shopper and Consumer Electronics Expo, the largest and most popular technology retail event in the Middle East held from 18 - 24 October 2008, got off to a flying start today following its inauguration by His Highness Sheikh Majid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, HH Sheikh Majid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum had a firsthand glimpse of what lies in store for consumers over the next week.
Now in its 18th edition, GITEX Shopper continues to be a popular event. With exciting new additions to the show this year, none bigger than the action-packed GITEX Digital Game World, the show attracted a diverse audience ranging from die-hard electronics enthusiasts, casual visitors, serious gamers and expectant traders. Gaming enthusiasts of all ages were able to try out some of the most popular game titles in the world at the Free Play area. "GITEX Shopper has become the most anticipated event for visitors who are keen to avail of the latest launches and fantastic offers made by the retail giants", said Mr Helal Saeed Almarri, Director General of Dubai World Trade Centre, the organiser of the event. "This year the gaming tournament has certainly revved up the tempo of the Shopper", he added.
Global vendors from across the region and beyond are vying for attention at the event. Over 25,000 products, including laptops, PCs, mobile phones, cameras, gaming & entertainment, consumer electronics, home entertainment, office automation and a host of latest technology like net books and blue ray based electronics are being showcased at the event.
In addition, the GITEX Shopper Mega Draw will entitle visitors to win exciting prizes including a Renault Safrane, home theatres, laptops and lots more when they spend AED 500 and above at the show. There will also be a "Visit and Win" promotion for an HP laptop.
GITEX Shopper 2008 will be held at the Central, West and East Halls in Dubai Airport Expo from 11am to 10pm from 18 - 23 October and from 3pm to 10pm on 24 October. Tickets are priced at AED 20 per person, per entry. Visitors can avoid the queues on-site by booking tickets online through Time Out Tickets.
New for this year is an expanded park and ride service for exhibitors and visitors in the Shaikh Hamdan Mosque parking compound in Garhoud opposite the Cambridge International School located near the Airport Expo. There will be a continuous free shuttle service between the car park and the Airport Expo from 9am - 12 midnight from 18 - 22 October and 3pm -12 midnight on 23 October. In addition to this, there will be shuttle buses operating to and from major city points.
For further information, please visit www.gitexshopperdubai.com
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About GITEX Shopper & Consumer Electronics Expo
Website: www.shopper.gitex.com
GITEX Shopper & Consumer Electronics Expo has firmly established itself as the single largest and most successful retail platform for technology in the Middle East. This year it gears up to give a whole new experience with the introduction of live interactive gaming segment, "GITEX Digital Game World". Last year this high-energy event attracted over 125,000 visitors, over 150 exhibitors and reported sales in excess of AED 97 million.
GITEX Shopper & Consumer Electronics Expo 2008 will be held in association with GITEX TECHNOLOGY WEEK which is made up of the following components:
•GITEX Business Solutions - The Leading IT Trade Event for Enterprise and SMBs for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia
•GULFCOMMS - The Largest International Telecommunications Trade Event for Mobile, Fixed, IP and Satellite for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia
•Consumer Electronics - The Premier International Trade Event for Consumer Electronics, IT Systems, Components and Peripherals for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia
•GITEX TECHNOLOGY WEEK Global Conference
About Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
Website: www.dwtc.com
As the organiser of GITEX Shopper & Consumer Electronics Expo, Dubai World Trade Centre offers over 29 years' experience of delivering world-class events in the Middle East, providing local, regional and international exhibitors with unmatched expertise and in-depth market knowledge. Our team organises 15 of the largest and most successful international and regional shows in Middle East, providing an ideal platform for business development in the region.
Our commitment to ongoing innovation within the exhibition industry has supported the rapid growth and development of a wide range of business-to-business and business-to-consumer shows, and delivered consistent satisfaction to exhibitors and visitors. DWTC works with the leading trade bodies and industry associations to ensure that all exhibitions deliver full value and are built upon the real needs of their specific sector.
For more information, please contact:
Aya Elamine
tamra C2
Tel: +9714 295 1177
Fax:+9714 295 1188
Email: aya@tamra-c2.com
Sherine Retna
Dubai World Trade Centre
Tel: +9714 308 6085
Fax: +9714 318 8607
Email: sherine.retna@dwtc.com
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