Doha: More than 200 companies from nearly 20 countries will showcase the latest innovations in the maritime and naval sphere at the seventh edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX).
The event will take place from March 21 to 23, 2022 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) under the theme ‘Connecting the World’s Maritime Defence and Security Community.’
DIMDEX, which has grown both in scope and size over the years since the inaugural edition in 2008, will have a larger exhibition space this time than previous editions. In an area landscaped over 35,000 sqm at the QNCC, exhibitors will showcase their products and capabilities, in addition to networking with key decision makers from Qatar and other countries.
Speaking today at a press conference held at Sharq Village and Spa, Staff Brigadier (Sea) Abdulbaqi S. Al-Ansari, Chairman of DIMDEX, said: “It is indeed an honour to receive ambassadors, defence and commercial attachés, and representatives from the military at today’s briefing.
Staff Brigadier (Sea) Abdulbaqi S. Al-Ansari, Chairman of DIMDEX
“The unstinting support we received strengthens our determination to organise an edition that will be bigger and better than previous editions. We can feel the anticipation building up as we enter the last leg of preparations for DIMDEX 2022.The Organising Committee will leave nothing to chance and will work hard to ensure a smooth, safe and successful edition,” he said.
Over 13,000 visitors and participants from 69 countries attended the sixth edition of DIMDEX. Agreements worth over USD 32 billion have been signed since the inaugural edition. In the 2018 edition alone, 35 partnerships were announced, with 27 agreements signed at the event itself.
