Doha: Over 250 exhibitors from more than 25 countries will partake in Big 5 Construct Qatar, the leading construction event in Qatar, alongside INDEX Design Qatar, the country’s design and fit-out event, which will take place at Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) from October 14 to 16.
According to Qatar News Agency, the two events will welcome exhibitors from China, India, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, the UAE, and the US, reflecting international interest in the Qatari market, driven by large-scale opportunities. The exhibitions will feature diverse exhibitors across the construction and design value chain, from advanced digital construction and facilities management to luxury interiors and sustainable design solutions.
The press release pointed out that by connecting international suppliers with regional buyers, investors, and decision-makers, Big 5 Construct Qatar and INDEX Design Qatar provide a high-value platform for commercial opportunities, strategic partnerships, and securing a stake in Qatar’s expanding project pipeline under Qatar’s National Vision.
Running alongside both events is a series of curated sessions at the CPD-certified Big 5 Talks, which will address critical industry themes and feature interactive panel discussions that aim to enable industry dialogue. These include a panel on “the International Property Measurement Standard (IPMS)”, which will address standardization efforts impacting project valuation and development, as well as a session on “Data-driven construction: Using digital tools to optimize delivery and collaboration”, which will examine how technology integration enhances project outcomes.
For their part, INDEX Design Qatar’s INDEX Design Talks will address key trends shaping the interiors sector through a range of specialized presentations and discussions that combine creative vision with practical experience. This includes the keynote presentation “Old but Gold – Learning from History and Nature to Build a Sustainable Future” and the AIA Middle East Panel Discussion on “Women Shaping Sustainable Futures in Design”, which will highlight female leadership in sustainable design practices and their impact on regional projects.