Now in its 7th edition, SKZ’s Geosynthetics Middle East (GeoME 2015) continues to develop as the region’s biggest conference dedicated to geosynthetic engineering. More than 400 participants attended the previous iteration, and another strong showing is expected for the 16 – 17 November 2015 event in Abu Dhabi.
The organizers report that the limited exhibit space has sold quickly, with 75% of the space having been reserved. Major exhibitors include AGRU, ATARFIL, Bonar Natpet, CETCO, Edilfloor, Maccaferri, Mattex, Rowad, and THRACE Group.
Also of note, SKZ and its event partner BMC Gulf LLC have announced that Geosynthetics Middle East will again hold the event under the Patronage of the Abu Dhabi City Municipality.
The program of Geosynthetics Middle East 2015 will highlight infrastructure, transportation, oil & gas, water, waste, and energy applications.
AWARDS AT GEOME 2015
For the first time, the GeoME gathering will include an awards celebration. SKZ, in a release, noted that “the first GeoME Awards [will] celebrate the achievements of industry leaders within the geosynthetics industry, recognizing their outstanding performance in categories such as Best Geosynthetics Project, Best Geosynthetics Innovation, and Best Sustainable Project or Initiative.”
GeoME awards applications are invited at: www.geosyntheticsme.com
Another first for the event, Geosynthetics Middle East will include SKZ-certified workshops and short courses.
The training opportunities:
- Standardization and Specifications of Geosynthetics
- Welding of Geomembranes
- Polymer Basics for Decision Makers
- Smart Composites and Hybrids in Civil Engineering and Building Constructions
CONTINUED GROWTH
The Municipality of Abu Dhabi City’s sponsorship has been important to the steady growth of the Geosynthetics Middle East conference series. Strong networking and technical transfer has characterized the event, which increasingly occupies an important space. The UAE’s strategic geographic space has helped make it a truly international exchange, with participants coming from all over the world and business connections often stressing the inter-related infrastructure markets between the Middle East, Africa, and the Asian Sub-continent.
The UAE’s ambitious infrastructure program, which strongly targets sustainability in its 2030 plan, also has a strong influence on the discussions.
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For more information on exhibiting/sponsor opportunities, registration, and other activities at GeoME 2015, contact Fabian Beermann, +971 50 6453445, fabian@bmc-gulf.com. Visit the event website at www.geosyntheticsme.com.
