The activities of three of the most important commercial exhibitions in the interior and hospitality and hospitality sectors in the Middle East and North Africa, are “Index”, “The Hotel Show” and “Workspace”, at the Dubai World Trade Center. These activities combine under one roof more than 920 exhibitors from 90 countries, in addition to more than 30 thousand specialists, to provide an integrated platform that highlights the latest innovations and trends that reshape the future of the industry. The three exhibitions cover an area of more than 55 thousand square meters, and it constitutes an unparalleled platform for buyers and investors to explore the latest innovations in the fields of interior design and hospitality. It is expected that it will attract more than 30,000 specialists from all over the Middle East and North Africa, along with more than 900 exhibitors from more than 90 countries. But the role of Dubai exceeds that it is just a host city; It represents a global gateway to global investment, it links regional buyers, especially from the countries of the Middle East and North Africa, with unique opportunities in the hotel and interior design sectors. According to a new report issued by Cavendish Maxwell, Dubai is expected to witness the addition of more than 11,300 new hotel rooms by 2027, of which about 4,620 rooms will be opened this year. The hotel stocks are also expected by 3.1% in 2025 and 3.4% in 2026, reaching more than 162,600 rooms distributed over 769 establishments by the end of 2027. This dynamic growth reflects the accelerated expansion in the regional hospitality market, which is expected to be worth 69.57 billion US dollars by 2030, driven by prosperity Luxury tourism and investments in the hotel, food and drinks sectors in Dubai. As for the interior design market in the Middle East, 6wrestarch expects to grow at an annual compound rate of 6% until 2031, supported by urban expansion in the Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, as well as escalating interest in sustainable designs and adopting smart technologies and advanced environmental solutions that combine authenticity and traditional aesthetics on the one hand, and competence and modernity on the other. “Dubai has already established its position as a preferred destination for the creators and industrial pioneers in the region. It is the city from which new ideas start and reorganize future concepts in interior design, hotels and work spaces.” “Index”, “The Hotel Show” and “Workspace” combined under its umbrella more than three decades of experience in the sector, to provide an integrated perspective of the latest innovations in the fields of design, hospitality and work environments. These activities represent specialized platforms that address interconnected sectors, giving professionals and visitors a comprehensive and chances. Among them is the “Index” exhibition, the most important event in the region for interior design and equipment, with the participation of more than 500 exhibitors showing a wide range of products that include furniture, lighting, decoration and surfaces. The exhibition is also witnessing the return of the Index Design Talks Forum, which is a leading intellectual platform that discusses the most prominent trends and challenges that constitute the future of interior design. As for the exhibition “The Hotel Show”, which extends for more than 20 years, it is the oldest commercial exhibition in the hospitality sector in the region, and this year brings together more than 300 exhibitors who provide the latest solutions in hotel technologies, food services, drinks, textiles and well -being innovations. This year’s session is witnessing the launch of new conference paths, including the HITEC Conference (HITEC) for hospitality technologies, hospitality leadership forum, food and drink services, in addition to the hospitality purchases forum, which is held for the first time this year, to address the leaders of the sector seeking to pay the innovation wheel in their fields. Visitors are also awaiting distinctive interactive experiences, most notably the chef table in which the elite of the teams compete for the title of “Hotand Cooking Team for the year”, in addition to the upcoming return of the hotel management challenge competition. As for “Workspace”, the most prominent platform in the Middle East for office design and work environments techniques, it reflects the accelerated transformation towards caring for employees ’luxury, flexibility of workplaces and digital transformation in the institutional sector. With companies’ interest in smart and innovative solutions supported by artificial intelligence, “Workspace” reviews the latest technology in remote cooperation tools, comfortable designs and work environments that put mental and physical health at the core of their priorities. Among the most prominent features of these global events is the remarkable international presence, as the elite exhibitors from countries such as Italy, France, the United Kingdom, Turkey, Germany, Belgium participate. “These national wings collect under one roof, the most prominent international brands, a rich diversity in design methods and expertise specialized in hospitality from all over the world,” Eileen Ocunel, Deputy Prime Minister of DMG Events. “The presence of these global names enriches diversity, enhances business opportunities, instills Dubai’s position as a beating center of creativity and innovation. Its role is also established as an easy -to -access destination thanks to the wide aviation network, advanced regional infrastructure and simplified visa procedures that allow a smooth experience for visitors from all over the world.”
