Official USA Pavilion
DECEMBER 7-9, 2015
ABU DHABI NATIONAL EXHIBITION CENTRE
THE BUSINESS EVENT
FOR THE MIDDLE EAST’S
FOOD INDUSTRY
USA PAVILION ORGANIZED BY
USDA ENDORSED
Imex Management, Inc.
Charlotte, NC
www.ImexManagement.com
Officially Endorsed by the U.S. Department
of Agriculture, Washington, DC
SIAL Middle East 2015:
A Must-Attend Event for
Exporting to MENA*
U.S. PRODUCTS WITH THE HIGHEST POTENTIAL
IN THE REGION
SIAL MIDDLE EAST IS THE ONLY SHOW IN THE REGION OFFERING
PRE-ARRANGED MEETINGS WITH VIP HOSTED BUYERS
WHO ATTENDS SIAL MIDDLE EAST?
With the support of the Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority, a dedicated VIP hosted buyer program funds
the visits of up to 500 top buyers from the Middle East, India and Africa to attend SIAL Middle East.
•Almonds
• Beef
• Poultry Meat
• Snack Foods
• Fruit & Vegetable Juices
VISITORS BY JOB FUNCTION
• Edible Oils
•Cheeses
• Condiments & Sauces
• Breakfast Cereals
• Confectionery Products
VISITORS BY INDUSTRY
Each application goes through a stringent process to qualify the right buyers to come to the event.
Aspects such as items to source, company turnover and purchasing power are given due consideration
before selecting hosted buyers.
IN 2014, 434 BUYERS FROM 34 COUNTRIES WERE HOSTED IN ABU DHABI
• Hosted buyers had a combined purchasing power of US$ 217 million
• 81% of exhibitors had at least 7 meetings with hosted buyers at the event
• 3,621 total meetings booked before the start of the show
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FOR MORE ABOUT THE MARKET
RECENT SUCCESS AT SIAL MIDDLE EAST
2014 EDITION
“I have attended many shows over the last 10 years and I have to say this show is fantastic. I was here
to look for distributors in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar and Kuwait and I think I have found
distributors… I have got a container order, so I am extremely pleased and looking forward to next year.”
15,736 Visitors
818 Exhibitors
from 82 countries
from 44 countries
– Mark Thornton, Director of Sales and Business Development, Popsalot Gourmet Popcorn
*MENA: Middle East and North Africa
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2014 POST SHOW REPORT
Participation in the USA Pavilion
at SIAL Middle East 2015 offers
you the prestige and visibility
of exhibiting with other leading
U.S. companies
PICTURE YOUR COMPANY HERE!
Booth design subject to change
USA PAVILION SERVICES & AMENITIES
As an exhibitor in the USA Pavilion, you will enjoy these exclusive services & amenities:
• A highly desirable central location on the show floor.
• The prestige and visibility of the USA group stand, a focal point for visitors and trade press.
• Individual partitioned exhibit space that showcases each exhibiting company’s identity.
• Marketing support services from the USDA/Office of Agricultural Affairs in Dubai including local promotion to importers, pre-show promotion, on-site market briefing and on-going market
assistance during the show.
USA PAVILION
BOOTH FEATURES
USA PAVILION
BOOTH PACKAGE FEES
Each fully-furnished 9 sqm booth
includes:
EARLY REGISTRATION
through June 5, 2015
$5,695 / 9 sqm booth
• Back and side hard walls
• Wall-to-wall carpeting
• 2 wall shelves (1 meter long each)
• Fascia with company name
• USDA business lounge with internet access.
• Lockable demonstration counter
• A fully-assisted, exhibitor-friendly process from registration through show dates from
Imex Management staff in the U.S. and on-site in Abu Dhabi.
• 1 table & 2 chairs
• Individual listing in and complimentary copies of the official show catalogue and USA Pavilion directory.
•Outlet
• Free exhibitor badges and visitor invitations.
•Wastebasket
• Assistance with shipping, hotel arrangements, etc.
• Daily booth cleaning
•Lighting
STANDARD REGISTRATION
after June 5, 2015
$6,295 / 9 sqm booth
RAW SPACE (36 SQM MINIMUM)
$485 / per square meter
CORNER PREMIUM
$600 / corner
CO-EXHIBITOR FEE
$500
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DEADLINE JUNE 5, 2015
TO RESERVE SPACE OR FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT US:
Imex Management, Inc.
4525 Park Road, Suite B-103
Charlotte, NC 28209
704.365.0041 | 704.365.8426 fax
www.ImexManagement.com
Kelly Wheatley
[email protected]
Eric Halsten
[email protected]
Claire Scheidemann
[email protected]
Seize The Opportunity For Additional Assistance
Through State Regional Trade Groups
GENERIC PROGRAM
BRANDED PROGRAM
U.S. exhibitors in the USA Pavilion may also benefit from additional marketing and logistical assistance through
the Generic Program. The list of services offered is customized for each show and by each SRTG but may include:
pre-show product research; translation of sales materials; furnished booth space and signage; interpreters
assistance; shipping assistance; pre-arranged meetings with potential buyers; market-briefing and local industry
tours; on-site show assistance and follow-up after the exhibition. Not all SRTGs offer all these specific services.
Please contact us or your particular SRTG to determine what programs and services are available to your company.
Your company may be eligible to receive 50% reimbursement on marketing
expenses through the USDA-funded Branded Program. This financial
support helps offset the costs of exhibiting at international trade shows
including: international travel, booth fees and displays, freight costs to
shows, plus help with packaging changes to meet market specifications
for your new sales and distribution.
For more information on the Branded Program and Generic Program, contact your State Regional Trade Group.
WESTERN U.S. AGRICULTURAL TRADE ASSOCIATION (WUSATA)
360.693.3373
360.693.3464 fax
www.wusata.org
SOUTHERN U.S. TRADE ASSOCIATION (SUSTA)
504.568.5986
504.568.6010 fax
www.susta.org
TRICIA WALKER
Branded Program Manager
[email protected]
DENEEN WILTZ
Branded Program Director
[email protected]
JANET KENEFSKY-HENDERSON
Deputy Director & International
Marketing Director, Generic Program
[email protected]
SARAH GELPI
International Marketing Manager
[email protected]
FOOD EXPORT ASSOCIATION OF THE MIDWEST USA
312.334.9200
312.334.9230 fax
www.foodexport.org
FOOD EXPORT USA NORTHEAST
215.829.9111
215.829.9777 fax
www.foodexport.org
JOE YOTTI
Branded Program Manager
[email protected]
JOSHUA DILLARD
Branded Program Manager
[email protected]
TERESA MILLER
International Marketing Program Manager
[email protected]
SUZANNE MILSHAW
International Marketing Program Manager
[email protected]
TO RESERVE SPACE OR FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT US:
Imex Management, Inc.
4525 Park Road, Suite B-103
Charlotte, NC 28209
704.365.0041 | 704.365.8426 fax
www.ImexManagement.com
Kelly Wheatley
[email protected]
Eric Halsten
[email protected]
Claire Scheidemann
[email protected]