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S’hail sparkles in its landmark sixth edition in 2022

The exceptional sixth edition of S’hail - The Katara International Hunting & Falcons Exhibition – left its indelible impression in the landmark year of FIFA World Cup Qatar.

S’hail 2022, hosted by Cultural Village Foundation Katara at its Wisdom Square, was held over six days (September 5 to September 2022 ,10) and emerged with another feather in the cap with its resounding success thereby underlining its leadership status in the region and globally.

Signifying Qatar’s generational cultural heritage and deep passion for falcon and hunting, the sixth edition of S’hail - distinct in its exhibition specializing in falcons, falconry products, modern hunting gadgets, hunting-related weapons, modified vehicles and caravans, accessories, and camping supplies - was represented by 180 major companies from all over the world amid an increasing demand from hunting and falconry enthusiasts.

S›hail 2022 also had the distinguished presence of Gulf companies from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Lebanon, and the United Arab Emirates, with nearly 40 companies specializing in weapons, rifles, hunting supplies, and hunting trips.

S›hail 2022 was graced by the esteemed visits of dignitaries including Their Excellencies the Ambassadors accredited to the State of Qatar, Ministers and Sheikhs, in addition to the large presence of media representatives.

Salem Mabkhout Al Marri, Director of Public Relations Department, Katara, and member of the Executive Committee of the S’hail Organizing Committee, applauded the grand success of the sixth edition of Katara International Hunting & Falcons Exhibition which has firmly established itself as the most prominent specialized exhibition in the world, especially in its organization, services, size, and the presence of major international companies.

He stressed that S’hail 2022 was distinct with its diverse cultural activities, especially the falcon auction - one of the most attractive events for falconers, hunting enthusiasts and the public.

Al Marri praised the important role of the local, Arab and international press and media in the success of S’hail 2022, acknowledging its contribution in broadening the exhibition’s horizon which was established in 2017

Over the years, S’hail’s aura and grandeur has only increased with each passing edition. The sixth edition in Qatar’s World Cup year was not only remarkable in terms of its size (which was larger by %20 in its total area exceeding 10,000sqm) but also in its uniqueness of falcons and variety of huntingrelated products.

The exhibition included heritage activities and accompanying cultural programs, besides lectures and seminars on preservation of falcons and environment, care of falcons and their breeding, as well a poetry evening in which senior Qatari poets participated. S’hail 2022 also saw a wide participation of painting artists from within and outside Qatar.

S’hail’s falcon auction (now done electronically and which can be digitally accessed from anywhere in the world) continued to be a top draw. The highest bid through the six days of the exhibition reached QR977,000. S’hail 2022 also had on display “Muammar” falcon which is 25 years of age and among one of the oldest falcons. Named ‘Nomas’, this Peregrine falcon is 1997 born.

S’hail’s aesthetically designed pavilions and specially designed falcon hood also remained a big attraction.

The prize of QR20,000 for the The Most Beautiful Pavilion at S›hail 2022 went to Al Rahal (Land and Sea Equipment firm) of Qatar. The first prize for ‹The Most Beautiful Falcon Hood› of 3,000$ was won by Pepe Para Hoods from Spain.

The winners are decided based on the vote of the Organizing Committee of the Katara International Hunting & Falcons Exhibition.

The awards were conceptualized in 2018 with the aim of supporting craftsmanship and traditional industries, and as an encouragement to participants for innovative ideas and designs.

The many participants and exhibitors at S’hail 2022 expressed their big admiration on the development and expansion of S’hail and its organization.

Badr Mohammed Saab, Executive Director of Bader Al Emarat Hunting and Trips Equipment Company, said S’hail 2022 attracted a great turnout since its very start, stressing it is considered as the largest and the most important specialized exhibition - whether in terms of organization and services or the volume of sales and purchasing power it registers. Also in terms of its size and area making it a centre of attraction for distinguished international companies in the field to be a part of.

Ahmed Mahmoud Al-Khamis, from Thawab Hunting Equipment And Arms Maintenance Co., expressed his pleasure on the big success of S’hail 2022. He also welcomed the expanse and grandeur of S’hail, its flawless organization and the public turnout. Thawab Hunting has been attracting most of the patrons seeking hunting-related weapons since the first edition of the exhibition and in the 2022 edition, the company›s pavilion displayed state-of-the-art hunting guns presented for the first time, making huge sales.

Johnny Njeim, Director of Brescia Middle East (Lebanon), expressed his happiness on their third time participation in S’hail, noting that the sixth edition was characterized by a heavy turnout and an increase in sales volume, in addition to the launch of new products, stressing that the exhibition is constantly growing, expanding and developing annually in response to the wishes of the participating parties and the public. He stressed that S’hail is the best way to market the latest high-quality products in the field of hunting weapons and accessories.

Abdul Salam Al-Amiri from Tamreen Company also expressed his pleasure at being at S’hail 2022, expressing his admiration for the official and public attendance at the exhibition.

S’hail - Katara International Hunting & Falcons Exhibition - is one of the largest international exhibitions and a showcase of Qatar’s rich cultural heritage and legacy. S’hail aims to support commercial, cultural and sporting activities related to falcons and hunting, and to build reciprocal relations between amateurs and traders in a manner that benefits all - at local, regional, and international levels.