Organised by the well-known events management firm Global Exhibitions & Conferences LLC (GEC) the three-day expo will be formally inaugurated by H E Dr Fuad bin Jaafar Mohammed al Sajwani Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries at 10am on May 16.

As the first exposition of its kind in the sultanate Windorex + Glass & Aluminium Oman 2016 is keenly anticipated by the sultanate's construction industry which is a key contributor to economic growth and employment generation. Numerous Omani small and medium enterprises (SME) also owe their continued economic well-being and success to this industry.

With its focus on a wide array of products and services associated with the construction industry Windorex + Glass & Aluminium Oman 2016 promises to uncork a plethora of opportunities for investment trade partnerships and SME development in the sultanate.

Underscoring the strength of interest in the expo more than 100 leading brands from 15 countries will be showcased at the event. Also taking part are reputable local and international manufacturers and suppliers of fenestration products and technologies glass cladding and aluminium facades innovative glazing solutions sun protection systems and related products and services.

A notable attraction is the China Glass Pavilion featuring the Asian giant's formidable technical prowess in glass cladding glazing and related products. Windorex + Glass & Aluminium Oman 2016 is targeted at industry professionals and decision makers from all of the disciplines that together make up the vibrant architectural design and construction industry in Oman. The expo will also feature free-to-attend seminars with a roster of experts from GUtech and Sultan Qaboos University taking turns to share their thoughts.