Sales anticipated to reach over US$ 32bn in five years
In the backdrop of the rapid infrastructure development across the region fueling demand for wires and cables to an estimated over US$ 32bn in the next five years from the current approximately US$ 23bn, key industry players from the MENA region have confirmed participation at the upcoming global twin shows–Wire & Tube at Dusseldorf during April 13-17, 2026.
At a press conference, Daniel Ryfisch, Project Director, Messe Dusseldorf, said there are over 16 participants from the UAE so far confirmed, including Ducab and Conares, while interest from Saudi Arabia has also been on the rise with leading players like Bahra Electric and Elsewedy Steel conforming being part of the show.
“The Middle East region, particularly the UAE and Saudi Arabia, are leading the boom in infrastructure development across construction, renewables, E-mobility and railways, and the twin expos is a comprehensive platform for these companies to expand their global footprints and drive collaborations across a global landscape,” stated Ryfisch.
Infrastructure development
According to a report from IMARC Group, construction industry in the GCC leads the infrastructure development between US$ 147.1bn worth of projects while investment in renewables is anticipated at US$ 60bn in the next five years.
With over 2,500 exhibitors from 65 countries on around 120,000sqm of exhibition space, the trade fair duo presents itself as a vibrant, global hub for industrial technologies of the future. “Düsseldorf is the most important trade fair location worldwide for our industries – this is where innovations celebrate their international debut,” concluded Ryfisch.
