“HALAL EXPO 2008 – DUBAI”
To focus on developing standards and modernising the Middle East ‘Halal’ sector
Growing demand by 1.8 billion global ‘Halal’ consumers racks up USD 2.1 trillion in revenues
Halal industry in the Middle East is estimated to be worth more than AED 73 billion in 2008
‘Halal Expo 2008’, the definitive event for ‘Halal’ industry in the region, has rolled out the agenda for the event’s second edition, which will focus on developing standards and modernising the Middle East ‘Halal’ sector. The growing demands by global ‘Halal’ consumers – currently at 1.8 billion, continuously fuel the USD 2.1 trillion global markets to rake in as much as USD 500 billion annually, according to recent studies. The event, which is slated to run from Nov 24 – 26, 2008 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Dubai, is expected to witness a 100% growth compared to its previous edition.
“Given the outstanding business potential and other benefits of ‘Halal’ products, the aim of ‘Halal Expo 2008’ is to foster trade and facilitate convenient access to genuine ‘Halal’ goods, making it within reach of customers. “In addition to providing a comprehensive platform where ‘Halal’ companies can showcase their products to the global market, we are also focused on bringing forward the newest technologies that will revolutionise the global ‘Halal’ market. The concentration of ‘Halal’ trade lies within the Middle East region, and we have recognised the opportunity in mounting the second edition of the event in Dubai, as it serves as an economic gateway to the rest of the region.”
Dubai is expected to play an important role in the ‘Halal’ industry, due to several plans by leading locally-based ‘Halal’ companies to develop a credible and professional certification body within the emirate to monitor and uphold high quality standards according to global industry requirements. In addition, the expo will be accompanied by 1st Gulf Halal Forum, also features interactive seminars, which have been designed to attract buyers and representatives from the food service, hospitality, retail, logistics, import/export and packaging industries.
Delegations from Australia, Argentina, Brazil, Brunei, Bosnia, Canada, China, Egypt, France, India, Indonesia, Iran, Jordan, Netherlands, Pakistan, The Philippines, Turkey, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, KSA, UK and the UAE are expected to attend the event. Representatives from government bodies including several regional and international Halal Certification Authorities, Chambers of Commerce, and the International Halal Associations, have also confirmed their presence.
Significant upgrades to current industry standards and practices are necessary to address the growing demands of the rapidly growing market. ‘Halal Expo 2008’ aims to provide a platform for organisations to meet, debate, discuss and explore standards, regulations and options into modernising this industry, which is growing at an equally fast rate as any other progressive verticals. There is huge potential for the UAE ‘Halal’ industry to produce and distribute high quality, regulation certified products throughout the region and the second edition of ‘Halal Expo 2008’ is set to further bolster this outstanding business opportunity for all the participants.
We welcome your support and look forward to your participation at the 2nd HALAL EXPO 2008 - DUBAI
