Cabsat close to sell out
Published: MEA
MIDDLE EAST: Cabsat MENA is expecting to draw record crowds for its 2011 outing in February as the Middle East and North Africa establishes its position as one of the most lucrative broadcast markets in the world.
Now in its 17th year, the event takes place from 8-10 February 2011 at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre and is expected to attract exhibitors and visitors from the US, Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
Cabsat MENA and Satellite MENA will showcase the latest innovations in digital media, including recording equipment, HD and 3D TV and cinema, IPTV/ Mobile TV, content creation, and management and delivery technology for every stage of the workflow process. The show is set to welcome exhibitors from around the world, including: Avid; For.A; Grass Valley; Hitachi; Panasonic; Quantel; Sony; Tek Signals; The Vitec Group; Thompson Broadcast; and twofour54.
Helal Saeed Almarri, CEO, Dubai World Trade Centre, the event organiser said: ‘As one of the world’s fastest growing broadcast and consumer electronics markets, the Middle East and North Africa is not only attracting more global investment, but often setting the industry agenda. The constant advances in digital media and the region’s demand for the latest technology has established Cabsat MENA as one of the world’s most influential platforms for investors and developers, and as the event continues to grow, it increases its spectrum of exhibitors and visitors. We have seen greater participation not just in terms of sectors within the industry, but across a far wider geographical reach.’
Pro Audio Middle East will be reporting from the event to bring you all the news from the show floor.