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Zawya
08-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Messe Frankfurt Middle East appoints new director to lead Security, Technology and Production portfolio
Dubai, UAE: Messe Frankfurt Middle East, organisers of Intersec, the world's leading event for safety, security and fire protection, and Light + Intelligent Building Middle East, the regional market leader within the light and building technology sector, has appointed Nathan Waugh as Portfolio Director, with a remit for driving growth across both events. Waugh brings a wealth of experience, with a career spanning over 20 years in events and exhibitions in the UAE and the UK, most recently as Portfolio Director for Capital Events, part of the ADNEC Group, where he oversaw 12 exhibitions covering several industry verticals, including the security sector. Following the success of the 2025 editions of Intersec, which welcomed a record 1,209 exhibitors as well as 47,300 visitors, and the co-located Light + Intelligent Building Middle East, which attracted a 10% increase in attendance to 15,948 visitors, Waugh's appointment will be fundamental in driving continued growth for the flagship events, which have secured a position as the must-attend global showcase for the safety, security and fire protection industries and the lighting and building technology sectors. Ted Bloom, CEO, Messe Frankfurt Middle East, said: 'We are delighted to welcome Nathan to Messe Frankfurt Middle East as our new Portfolio Director. With over two decades of experience in the events and exhibitions industry, Nathan brings invaluable expertise and a deep understanding of the security, safety, and technology sectors. 'His proven track record in driving strategic growth and delivering world-class exhibitions will be instrumental as we continue to elevate Intersec and Light + Intelligent Building Middle East to new heights. Nathan's leadership will be pivotal in strengthening our position as a global leader and shaping the future of these flagship events." Nathan Waugh, Portfolio Director: Security, Technology, and Production, said: 'I am excited to have joined Messe Frankfurt Middle East to head up Intersec and Light + Intelligent Building Middle East. These events are both world-class platforms renowned for innovation, collaboration, and business growth, and the opportunity to lead the team to further build on these credentials is one I relish. 'I've been lucky to join a fantastic, passionate team, and I look forward to working alongside them to further grow and develop these events. My goal is to create new opportunities, drive industry progress, and deliver exceptionally curated experiences that cater to the needs of our exhibitors, visitors, and stakeholders.' The 27th edition of Intersec takes place from 12-14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, under the patronage of His Highness Mansoor Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, where it will provide a platform for leaders, policymakers, investment incubators, corporate partners and world-class start-ups to work towards a safer tomorrow. The 27th edition of the event will once again provide the strategy and solutions for those charged with maintaining national and international security, safety, and state-of-the-art fire protection. The 2026 edition of the Light + Intelligent Building event will once again be co-located with Intersec, bringing together global innovators and government bodies, offering cutting-edge products, innovative solutions, and insights into the evolution of lighting and intelligent building technologies through various conferences and workshops. -ENDS- About Intersec Intersec in its 27th edition is the world-leading business event for the global safety and security industry value chain. The event brings together suppliers, thought-leaders, innovators, manufacturers and buyers face to face to discuss leading-edge technology, see the very latest products and solutions across a wide range of industries and business sectors, and conduct business. The upcoming edition takes place from the 12-14 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and is staged under the theme 'The world's number one event mapping the future in safety, security and fire protection'. For more information, please visit our website. About Messe Frankfurt The Messe Frankfurt Group is the world's largest trade fair, congress and event organiser with its own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,300 people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 28 subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2023 were more than € 609 million. We serve our customers' business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt's key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services. For more information, please visit our website at: With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent). Further information: About Messe Frankfurt Middle East Messe Frankfurt Middle East's portfolio of exhibitions includes: Intersec, Intersec Saudi Arabia, Automechanika Dubai, Automechanika Riyadh, Beautyworld Middle East, Beautyworld Saudi Arabia, Gifts & Lifestyle Middle East, Logimotion, Light + Intelligent Building Middle East and Paperworld Middle East. In the 2023/24 event season, Messe Frankfurt Middle East exhibitions combined featured 6,324 exhibitors from over 60 countries and attracted 224,106 visitors from 156 countries. For more information, please visit our website. James Lakie Kate McGinley
Mid East Info
19-02-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
ADNEC Group prepares for the largest edition of IDEX and NAVDEX - Middle East Business News and Information
All 7 of ADNEC Groups business clusters are committed to ensuring IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 success. The largest edition will take place from 17 to 21 February at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi – Feb – 2025: ADNEC Group has announced that preparations are well underway for what the forthcoming International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) and Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX) 2025 takin place from 17 to 21 February. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, IDEX and NAVDEX is organised by ADNEC Group in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and with the Tawazun Council. ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi has been the proud home of IDEX and NAVDEX since its inception in 1993. For this edition, ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi offers the full venue, spanning over 180,000 square metres of exhibition space. By hosting IDEX and NAVDEX, ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi reinforces Abu Dhabi's position as the region's capital for business tourism and a global leader in conferences and exhibitions. The venue provides an unparalleled platform for industry leaders to connect, collaborate, and drive innovation in the defence and security sectors. The ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi Operations team is dedicated to ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for all visitors, exhibitors, and organisers. With over 150,000 visitors expected, the operations team is effectively managing venue traffic and ensuring convenient parking access for smooth entry for all exhibitors, visitors, delegates and VIPs attending. Robust security protocols are in place to ensure the safety and well-being of all attendees. Capital Events, the events management arm of ADNEC Group, has organised this edition, bringing together over 1,565 exhibitors from across the globe, showcasing the latest innovations and technologies. Featuring 41 country pavilions across over 180,000 square metres of world-class exhibition space, Capital Events has ensured an exceptional exhibition experience. Capital 360 Event Experiences is proud to contribute to the success of IDEX and NAVDEX through world-class production services and stand builds. Leveraging its vast event management capabilities, Capital 360 Event Experience Delivering bespoke exhibition builds, advanced audiovisual solutions, and dynamic staging to create impactful experiences. As the official caterer for ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, Capital Catering will deliver an exceptional culinary experience at IDEX and NAVDEX 2025. With its proven track record in world-class catering for large-scale events, Capital Catering will ensure high-quality service for exhibitors, visitors, and VIP guests. Offering a wide range of food experiences, including indoor and outdoor food trucks, an Emirati Street Village, New Emirati restaurant concept and Exclusive VIP lounges with refined hospitality services. Tourism 365 plays a key role in facilitating seamless travel experiences for IDEX and NAVDEX 2025, ensuring smooth logistics for exhibitors, delegates and key speakers at the event. As part of its contributions, Tourism 365 is assisting in organising the prestigious IDEX Gala Dinner, ensuring a seamless event at an exclusive venue while managing transportation for attendees Moreover, the team is providing vital support with visa applications, streamlining the process for exhibitors and participants to ensure a hassle-free experience at IDEX and NAVDEX 2025. The ADNEC Group hotels surrounding ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi are operating at full capacity during IDEX and NAVDEX, reflecting the global significance of these leading defence exhibitions. This high occupancy underscores ADNEC Group's role in delivering world-class hospitality and infrastructure, reinforcing Abu Dhabi's position as a premier destination for international business and strategic events. Stay connected and enhance your experience at IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 by downloading the official mobile app from the App Store and Google Play for real-time updates, exhibitor details and event schedules.
Zawya
15-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ADNEC Group prepares for the largest edition of IDEX and NAVDEX
The largest edition will take place from 17 to 21 February at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi – ADNEC Group has announced that preparations are well underway for what the forthcoming International Defence Exhibition (IDEX) and Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX) 2025 takin place from 17 to 21 February. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, IDEX and NAVDEX is organised by ADNEC Group in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and with the Tawazun Council. ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi has been the proud home of IDEX and NAVDEX since its inception in 1993. For this edition, ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi offers the full venue, spanning over 180,000 square metres of exhibition space. By hosting IDEX and NAVDEX, ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi reinforces Abu Dhabi's position as the region's capital for business tourism and a global leader in conferences and exhibitions. The venue provides an unparalleled platform for industry leaders to connect, collaborate, and drive innovation in the defence and security sectors. The ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi Operations team is dedicated to ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for all visitors, exhibitors, and organisers. With over 150,000 visitors expected, the operations team is effectively managing venue traffic and ensuring convenient parking access for smooth entry for all exhibitors, visitors, delegates and VIPs attending. Robust security protocols are in place to ensure the safety and well-being of all attendees. Capital Events, the events management arm of ADNEC Group, has organised this edition, bringing together over 1,565 exhibitors from across the globe, showcasing the latest innovations and technologies. Featuring 41 country pavilions across over 180,000 square metres of world-class exhibition space, Capital Events has ensured an exceptional exhibition experience. Capital 360 Event Experiences is proud to contribute to the success of IDEX and NAVDEX through world-class production services and stand builds. Leveraging its vast event management capabilities, Capital 360 Event Experience Delivering bespoke exhibition builds, advanced audiovisual solutions, and dynamic staging to create impactful experiences. As the official caterer for ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, Capital Catering will deliver an exceptional culinary experience at IDEX and NAVDEX 2025. With its proven track record in world-class catering for large-scale events, Capital Catering will ensure high-quality service for exhibitors, visitors, and VIP guests. Offering a wide range of food experiences, including indoor and outdoor food trucks, an Emirati Street Village, New Emirati restaurant concept and Exclusive VIP lounges with refined hospitality services. Tourism 365 plays a key role in facilitating seamless travel experiences for IDEX and NAVDEX 2025, ensuring smooth logistics for exhibitors, delegates and key speakers at the event. As part of its contributions, Tourism 365 is assisting in organising the prestigious IDEX Gala Dinner, ensuring a seamless event at an exclusive venue while managing transportation for attendees Moreover, the team is providing vital support with visa applications, streamlining the process for exhibitors and participants to ensure a hassle-free experience at IDEX and NAVDEX 2025. The ADNEC Group hotels surrounding ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi are operating at full capacity during IDEX and NAVDEX, reflecting the global significance of these leading defence exhibitions. This high occupancy underscores ADNEC Group's role in delivering world-class hospitality and infrastructure, reinforcing Abu Dhabi's position as a premier destination for international business and strategic events. Stay connected and enhance your experience at IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 by downloading the official mobile app from the App Store and Google Play for real-time updates, exhibitor details and event schedules.
