Riyadh Exhibitions Company, organiser of Saudi Build/Stone, has revealed that the event has received tremendous response from exhibitors from all over the world as exhibition space at Riyadh International Exhibition Centre, one of the region's most advanced exhibition facilities, has been fully sold out, while several applications had to be placed on the wait list. Riyadh Exhibitions Company further disclosed that they are fully prepared to accommodate thousands of local, regional and international visitors, including business leaders, diplomats and high-ranking Saudi Government officials.

Saudi Build 2009 will feature two concurrent exhibitions: Saudi Build 2009 - The 21^st International Construction Technology and Building Materials Exhibition; and Saudi Stone 2009 - The 12^th International Stone and Stone Technology Show.

Mohammed Al Hussaini, Deputy General Manager, Riyadh Exhibitions Company said, "We are greatly honoured by the presence of H.H. Prince Dr. Abdulaziz bin Mohammed bin Ayaf Al Miqren and the rest of the distinguished dignitaries on this momentous occasion, which strongly reflects the importance of Saudi Build/Stone in the development strategy of the government. As a result of the remarkable increase in participation this year we have enhanced the support facilities and services to address the specific requirements of both exhibitors and visitors. Our ability to satisfy the needs of all participants and provide a convenient platform for them to synergise and identify gainful business opportunities is the key factor that drives the growing reputation of Saudi Build/Stone as the premier construction and stone event in the region."

Saudi Build serves as a gateway for local and foreign investors to capitalise on Saudi Arabia's robust construction and real estate markets, gathering hundreds of exhibiting companies from Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Saudi Stone, on the other hand, caters to evolving requirements and changing trends in stone technology products, machinery and services, and will feature designers and landscapers who will showcase cutting-edge stone products, including marble, granite, travertine and stone derivatives, as well as cutting, polishing and manufacturing machinery. Saudi Stone will also host national pavilions representing Australia, Austria, Brazil, China, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, UAE and UK.

Riyadh Exhibitions Company has also revealed that it has completed preparations for other high-profile trade events to be held this year, including GCC Power 2009, Saudi Petrochem 2009, Saudi Plas 2009, Saudi Print 2009 and Saudi Pack 2009 in October; Saudi Agriculture 2009, Saudi Agro-Food 2009, and Recycling and Waste Management Saudi Arabia 2009 in November; and Riyadh Motor Show 2009 and Saudi AutoShop 2009 in December.

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