More than 850 exhibitors from 36 countries are showcasing leading products and technologies for the construction sector at a premier exhibition in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The four-day Saudi Build 2014, the 26th international construction technology and building materials trade exhibition, will run till November 13 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The event, which was held under the patronage of  the Minister of Municipal and Rural Affairs Prince Dr Mansour bin Miteb bin Abdulaziz was opened yesterday by the mayor of Riyadh Abdullah bin Abdul Rahman Al Mogbil.

It is highlighting a wide range of leading products and technologies including aluminium frames and structures, architectural finishing products, building materials, ceramic tiles, concrete products and precast structures, construction systems, engineering and design services, environment protection equipment, landscaping and garden ornaments, security and safety tools and systems, water and heat insulation, and steel and wood products.

The show has been approved by UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry.

It is being held concurrently with Saudi stone-tech 2014, the 17th international stone and stone technology exhibition, which features products such as marble slabs, granite, natural stone, mosaic,  sophisticated computerised stone cutting machines to quarrying machinery, polishing equipment, and discs, blades, and slates among others.

Additionally, the show is concurrently held with Saudi Build PMV Series, the 15th international exhibition for construction equipment, plant, machinery and vehicles, that offers a major platform for participants to network with industry leaders while conducting business and sales.     

It features the first edition of Saudi Build Seminars, which have been organised in collaboration between Riyadh Exhibitions Company and Advanced Conferences and Meetings (ACM).

The seminar topics include ‘Stay Ahead of Interior Design Trends in the GCC’; ‘Better Understand the Guiding Principles for Sustainable Interior Design’; ‘Learn How to Combine Traditional Islamic Architecture With Contemporary Design’; ‘Explore Specific Challenges With Achieving Higher Quality Finishing Works in KSA’; ‘Design Iconic Multi-Purpose and Sustainable Rail Stations and Streetscapes’; and ‘Discover Facade Design Strategies to Maintain and Optimise Building Performance’. - TradeArabia News Service