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Qatar’s ambitious development plans over the next decade and beyond will be put under the spotlight at the annual Qatar Projects 2012 conference, which will take place in Doha, on 5-8 February 2012. The main theme is ‘The Journey to 2022’.

Façade specialists have to be equipped with the latest technologies, materials and knowledge. The summit is dedicated to the design and sustainable construction of cost-effective, iconic façades. To be held in Doha, Qatar from 27-28 February 2012.

The international conference from 19 to 20 March 2012 includes interactive masterclass and workshop dedicated to designing, constructing and maintaining world-class bridges. Experts meet in Riyadh, KSA to inform on bridge projects and tenders.

The Middle East is on the verge of a BIM boom. This Summit brings together property developers, main contractors, consultants, architects, project managers, government bodies and technology experts in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on 1 April 2012. An IQPC event.

The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), the leading international trade association for the American hardwood industry, has announced its participation at the 'gulfBID' exhibition in Bahrain, which will run from 24 to 26 April, 2012 at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre (BIEC).

From May 5 to 7, the gulfBID 2009 takes place in Bahrain. Despite the rumblings of the global credit crunch, the leading construction and interiors trade fair is to feature 200 international brands as the markets in the Northern Gulf countries remain buoyant.

The Congress will take place in Doha, Qatar from 03-06 June 2012 and it will bring together industry experts for design and development of world-class stadiums and influential authorities. The FIFA 2022 World Cup has encouraged sporting development in Qatar with over 140 new stadiums.

The forum in Doha from 16 - 19 Sept. 2012 brings together skills, expert knowledge and the latest design and construction techniques from across the globe. This supports Qatar's efforts to meet the demands of the region’s growing population and development strategy for 2030.

The BIM summit in Qatar takes place on 24/25 September 2012. Hosting the FIFA World Cup 2022, Qatar will become a very active construction market. The use of BIM will permit the development of economically viable construction projects. Produced by IQPC Dubai.