The Big 5 international exhibition underscores Dubai's status as a leading global platform for the construction sector, reflecting the emirate's ambitious vision to continuously develop advanced infrastructure that meets future growth needs. This aligns with the exceptional construction boom in the emirate, where the highest standards of innovation and sustainability have been adopted.
Over 45 years, The Big 5 has grown in tandem with the significant development of the construction, manufacturing, and investment sectors in the UAE. The country provides a direct gateway to the Middle East, Africa, and South Asian markets through its strategic location at the heart of the world, coupled with its advanced technological infrastructure and world-class logistics.
Engineer Yousef Abdullah, Assistant Under-Secretary for Federal Infrastructure Projects at the UAE's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, inaugurated the Big 5 Global Leaders Summit, affirming the UAE's commitment to integrating advanced technologies, smart construction practices, and sustainable solutions into the nation's infrastructure projects.
He stated: "The UAE is committed to building smarter, more sustainable, and resilient cities that can overcome challenges. Collaboration between the public and private sectors remains a cornerstone for achieving these goals and creating a built environment that aligns with our national vision, and a key driver for implementing projects that support economic diversification and enhance the nation's resilience."
The Big 5 supports these priorities by strengthening ties between government entities, construction sectors, and the real estate development sector. It also facilitates knowledge exchange and showcases solutions that align with national and global sustainability goals, reinforcing the UAE's position as a hub for future cities and advanced infrastructure.
This year, the certified Big 5 Talks event, part of Continuing Professional Development, features an expanded agenda covering 13 diverse areas, including Artificial Intelligence, Concrete, Geotechnical Engineering, HVACR, and Project Management.
The event continues to play a prominent role in supporting the nation's vision for sustainable urban development and building a knowledge-based economy, cementing Dubai's position as a global hub for investment activity. By adopting advanced technologies, sustainable construction methods, and data-driven planning, we ensure our infrastructure meets present needs and is prepared for future challenges.
Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the National Olympic Committee, highlighted that the construction sector, encompassing building and construction activities, holds a significant place among key development sectors. It serves as one of the primary drivers of comprehensive and sustainable development, translating economic and social plans into infrastructure that serves the strategic objectives of various other sectors and enables their growth and evolution.
This was stated by His Highness during the opening of the 46th edition of The Big 5, the world's largest gathering of experts and specialists in urban development, construction, geospatial management, and utilities. The exhibition kicked off today at the Dubai World Trade Centre and runs until the 27th of this month, featuring over 85,000 construction and real estate development professionals and more than 2,800 exhibitors from around the globe, showcasing around 60,000 innovative products related to the sector.
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum commended the significant impact of the event and the technologies and solutions it features, which are the most advanced globally in the construction field. He noted that the sector contributes to creating substantial job opportunities, stimulating ancillary industries, and building advanced and resilient urban systems capable of meeting present and future demands, in line with the development plans of the UAE and Dubai's approach to accelerating digital transformation, efficient resource planning, and advanced engineering.
His Highness toured the exhibition, where he was briefed on its role in enhancing international partnerships and providing specialists and companies with the opportunity to collaborate on developing solutions that keep pace with the rapid transformations in the construction sector, and in supporting Dubai's position as a leading city in the industry of the future and the development of its various sectors.
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's tour of The Big 5 included visits to several international pavilions, including those of Spain and Italy, which are leading nations in construction and building technologies. His Highness was briefed on the key exhibits in these pavilions as part of the participation of a group of international pavilions that were keen to be present at this global event.
Additionally, His Highness visited the Dubai Municipality pavilion, where he was briefed on the initiatives and innovative projects presented through the event, aimed at enhancing the sustainability of the emirate's infrastructure and reinforcing Dubai's leadership in this vital sector, with a focus on the highest standards of green building and energy conservation, aligning with Dubai's approach to building an inspiring model of the most efficient and resilient cities and achieving the highest standards of environmental sustainability towards a low-emission economy that supports comprehensive future development.
His Highness the Chairman of the National Olympic Committee's tour of The Big 5 also included visits to the pavilions of platforms of some of the largest Arab and global institutions and companies operating in the fields of construction, contracting, complementary activities, and equipment related to this sector.
The 46th edition of the exhibition reaffirms the UAE's continuous commitment to driving sustainable development and building future infrastructure that enhances quality of life, boosts the economy, and serves social objectives.
Over 500 speakers are participating in constructive dialogue sessions across four strategic summits: Big 5 Global Leaders, Big 5 FutureTech, LiveableCitiesX, and GeoWorld. Visitors to the exhibition also have the opportunity to explore nine co-located events: Totally Concrete, Marble & Stone World, UDLE, WDF, HVACR World, LiveableCitiesX, GeoWorld, and FutureFM, which cover the entire value chain of the construction and urban development sectors.
For over four decades, The Big 5 has played a pivotal role in supporting the UAE's long-term development agenda by providing deep market insights, opening avenues for investment and projects, and fostering strategic partnerships.
