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OVERVIEW 2011 Food & Hotel Oman 2011 was successfully held from December 5 to 7, 2011 at the Oman International Exhibition Center. The highlights of the event are:
A Global Showcase of over 90 local and international companies, represented by eight countries.
Supporting Government Bodies included the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI), Muscat Municipality, Oman Tourism College, and National Hospitality Institute.
Two Press Conferences were held on May 2010 at the Intercontinental Muscat and on March 6, 2011 at the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI).
A three-day Live Cooking and Culinary Arts Session in cooperation with Oman Chef’s Guild.
An exhibition of new food products and services, the latest branded kitchen and catering equipment, and the most advanced technology in the market.
ABOUT THE EVENT Date
:
5 – 7 December 2011
Venue
:
Oman International Exhibition Center
Exhibition Hours
:
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. / 4:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Event Type
:
Trade Show
Event Theme
:
“Presenting Opportunities for the Growing Food & Hotel Markets”
Organizer
:
Omanexpo
Website
:
www.foodandhoteloman.com
Chief Guest
:
His Excellency Khalil bin Abdullah Al Khonji Chairman, Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Gross Exhibit Area
:
more than 6,000 square meters
Launching Year
:
2005
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EXHIBITION PROFILE Food Products
Catering and Kitchen Equipment
• agricultural produce • baked goods and pastries • candies and confectionery • canned goods • dairy products • frozen desserts • fruits and vegetables • halal food products • meat products • organic food products • processed food products • seafood products • snack foods
• bakery equipment & supplies • bar equipment and accessories • commercial blenders • cooking ranges • electric and gas ovens • espresso machines • fryers and fry-tops • dishwashing equipment • hot and cold buffets • ice machines • juice dispensers • kitchen appliances • refrigerators and freezers • water purification systems
Beverages • bottled water • carbonated beverages • energy drinks • fruit juices • milk and flavoured milk • non-alcoholic beverages • powdered juice drinks • tea and coffee Ingredients and Seasonings • baking ingredients • binders and extenders • colouring agents • edible oil products • flavor enhancers • sweeteners • sauces and spices • soy products • stabilizers/thickeners
Hotel Equipment, Supplies & Services • air conditioning systems • baking ingredients • bathroom amenities • cleaning products & equipment • fitness & leisure equipment • food packaging supplies • housekeeping supplies • hygiene workwear • laundry equipment • rent-a-car services • storage systems • swimming pool equipment • trolleys and service counters Hotel Decor and Style • bathroom products • beds and bedding • curtains and draperies • cutlery and crockery
POST–SHOW REPORT • food service equipment • glassware and silverware • guest amenities • hotel furniture • interior design services • tableware and accessories • lighting and accessories • marble and flooring • outdoor furniture • spa and resort facilities
Agriculture and Fisheries • animal feeds • cold storage systems • dates processing supplies • farming tools / equipment • fertilizers and pesticides • fishing nets and other supplies • irrigation systems • seeds and other supplies • veterinary products
EXHIBITORS
Countries Represented: 8 International Exhibitors: 39 National Exhibitors: 53 Pavilions: Italy, Singapore, United Arab Emirates (UAE), United Kingdom (UK)
COUNTRIES REPRESENTED:
India Italy Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Oman
Singapore Sri Lanka United Arab Emirates United Kingdom
Interior Designers Operations Managers Property Developers Resort and Spa Operators Restaurant Owners/ Managers Suppliers/Distributors Wholesalers/Importers
VISITOR PROFILE:
Architects/Consultants Catering Managers Executive Chefs F&B Managers Hotel Managers Hotel Operators Housekeeping Managers Industry Professionals
VISITOR STATISTICS: 3576 Visitors by Product Interest Agriculture and Fisheries Food and Beverage Catering and Kitchen Equipment Food Processing Technologies
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30% 76% 72% 57%
POST–SHOW REPORT Hotel Decor and Style Hotel Equipment, Supplies & ServicesHotel and Hospitality Technologies Packaging Materials -
47% 57% 48% 44%
Main Purpose of Visit Gather information on new products
38.48 81.23 39.43
Meet potential suppliers/business partners Make a purchase or place orders Interact with industry professionals Explore potential representation or partnership
59.14 79.31
Evaluate the show for future participation
4.93
EVENT PHOTOS
Live Cooking Session & Culinary Arts
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POST–SHOW REPORT NEXT EDITION OF FOOD & HOTEL OMAN:
7th International Exhibition of Food & Beverage, Food Processing Technology, Kitchen& Catering Equipment, Packaging Systems, Hotel Supplies & Related Services 3-5 December 2012 Oman International Exhibition Center Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
About the Organizer
Omanexpo is one of the region’s leading organizers of high-profile, highly targeted business and consumer exhibitions and events aimed at establishing and maintaining business relations, and generating new businesses. It operates on the belief that it has a major role to play in delivering the demands of industries by serving as an effective business platform for new products, technologies, and services, and by bridging the gap between buyers and suppliers. The company’s main objective is to be a relationship catalyst: identifying, targeting, and matching the needs of buyers and suppliers. On a larger scale, it believes that it plays a more significant role as movers of the sultanate’s industries and as representatives of the exhibitions sector by organizing and introducing events that will promote Oman as an ideal destination for business, trade and tourism. Its events have been specially developed to support the continued growth of various types of industries that include: Automotive, Building and Construction, Food, Health and Medical, Hotel and Hospitality, and Oil and Gas. For more information, please visit www.omanexpo.com. Contact Details: Head Office: 1st Floor, SABCO Building, Wattayah Muscat, Sultanate of Oman Tel: (+968) 24660124 | Fax: (+968) 24660125/126 Email: info@omanexpo.com Website: www.omanexpo.com
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Regional Office: Office No. 203, 2nd Floor, Grosvernor Commercial Tower Sheikh Zayed Road, P.O. Box 80674 Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: (+9714) 32777733 | Fax: (+9714) 3277744 Email: infodubai@omanexpo.com
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