Bahrain has signed an agreement to host a major international air with British Farnborough Company, a specialist in delivering innovative air shows, on the sidelines of Paris Air Show.

The first Bahrain International Air Show will be held in January under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad.

The landmark show will be held at Sakhir Airbase between January 21 and 23.

The exhibition will provide high-quality services for leading companies, businessmen and decision-makers.

The show will features 40 pavilions, each providing hospitality and information for visitors and companies exhibiting their jets. A royal suite for VIP guests and visitors will also be set up.

Many US and British companies have already confirmed their participation.

These include particularly Rolls-Royce, Sikorsky Aircraft Company and Bill.

Contacts have been established with French, Russian and Chinese firms to attract them to the show.

The event is expect to attract up to 5,000 visitors daily.

The International Paris Air Show – Le Bourget is being held in the French capital from June 15 to 21 at Le Bourget Exhibition Centre. – TradeArabia News Service