1. 16-18 May 2016
Dubai international Convention & Exhibition Center
The Premier Specialised Event for the Beverage Industry
H.E.Sami Al Qamzi, Director General, Department of Economic Development, inaugurated the 8th edition of the
Dubai Drink Technology Expo, which was held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. H.E. Sami
Al Qamzi was accompanied by a number of officials, specialists, and keynote speakers from the Beverage Industry in
UAE and the region.
H.E. Sami Al Qamzi toured the exhibition area where he was introduced to the latest cutting-edge technologies in
beverage production machinery, process and quality control equipment, storage, transportation and services associated
with the beverage industry.
The 8th
edition of the premier Beverage Technology Exhibition
in the Middle East and North Africa region – Dubai Drink
Technology Expo 2016 was held from May 16 – 18 , 2016 at
the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The event showcased the Innovations in Beverage Processing
Systems , Production , Filling and Packaging of all kinds of
Non-Alcoholic beverages , including raw materials and logistics
solutions. The 3 day exhibition brought fruitful results to all
Participants , Exhibitors ,Visitors , Speakers and recorded high
quality participant profile . This year was marked with the
participation of more than 100 companies in the field of
beverage manufacturing, processing, packaging - machinery,
with more than 7,000 participants and visitors attending the
event.
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2. GWBT Conference was held alongside with the Dubai Drink Technology Expo. Experienced professionals from around
the world shared their insights & knowledge on various aspects of Beverage Manufacturing and the current trends.
Conference Sessions
à Managing Brands and Distributorship
à Sanitation & Microbial Control
à Competitive Advantages Through Innovative
Production Technology
à Innovations in Packaging
à Water Quality and Stability On The Market
à Making the “Internet of Things” Drive Real Efficiency
and Quality Improvement in CIP Operations – Case
studies from around the globe
à The Evolution, Trends, Challenges and Future of
Beverage Packaging
à Opportunities for Bottled Drinking Water in UAE
à Testing Bottled Water – What Why and How
à Benefits of using Ultraviolet Light Technology for
De-Chlorination
à Global and Regional Trends in Beverages
à Packaging Trends in the Regional Market
à Select the right closure material: Resin requirements
for CSD and non-CSD applications
à Versatile Solution for more Effective Secondary
Packaging
à Innovation in the Water Industry
à Building Successful Brands
à Global Regulatory and Technical Notes from Source
to Shelve
Top Buying Countries Quality Visitors attend the Event
UAE 39%
Srilanka 4%
Qatar 5%
India 10%
Pakistan 4%
Saudia Arabia 12%
Bahrain 8% Iran 7%
Nigeria 3%
Egypt 3%
Lebanon 3%
Others 2%
Dubai Drink Technology Expo is a must attend
event for the Middle East Beverage Manufacturers.
The percentage of decision-makers amongst the
trade visitors was very high, at 84%
92% of the exhibitors confirm their satisfaction
over quality of visitors.
83% of the visitors appreciate the quality and
breadth of the products and services on show, and
are happy to recommend Dubai Drink Technology
Expo to colleagues and business partners.
95% of the visitors think that Dubai Drink
Technology Expo is a must attend and important
event for their industry.

3. Exhibitors Feedback at Dubai Drink Technology Expo 2016
Marketing & Promotion
Top Buying Companies Who Visited Dubai Drink Technology Expo 2016
We are thankful to all our Media Partners who covered the event
92% 87%
Satisfied with the
Quality of Visitors
Regarded DDTE as an important
event for their marketing strategy
85%
Confirmed their interest
in 2017 participation
81%
Achieved their
Objectives
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Press releases appeared in leading English and Arabic
newspapers and business portals and websites reaching out
to industry professionals
Customised direct mail communications targeted towards
industries professionals across the MENA, Asia and European
regions
Fax , Telemarketing and SMS campaigns further supported
the marketing promotion

4. Gala Dinner / Networking
In appreciation for all the support from Exhibitors , Speakers , Supporting Organizations & Partners, Gala Dinner
was organised on the second day of the event at the Dubai Grand Hyatt Hotel. Individuals and companies were also
recognised for their contribution to the Middle East Beverage Industry and guests were entertained with cultural
program.
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Tel: +971 4 3624717 | Fax: +971 4 3624718 | E-mail: info@drinkexpo.ae | Website: www.drinkexpo.ae
The 2016 Beverage Awards were awarded by the Executive committee of the Arab Asian Beverage Alliance for best
products and practices and outstanding contribution to the Beverage Industry.
The Middle East Beverage Awards
Outstanding Contribution Award Water Engineering Technologies FZC Hilda Automation Ecolab Gulf Fze
Best Safety Design
Crystal Mineral Water Drink
Best Marketing Impact
Mai Dubai
Best Innovative Branding
BLK Water
Best Naturally Produced Water
Martvilli Water
Best Organic Beverage
ACAO
Best Flavour Range
Ceylon Tenny Tea
Best Mineral Blend
Dilmun Water
Best Practices in Quality Control
Theoni Natural Mineral Water
Best Beverage Unique Ingredient
T’ Best Red Lion Energy Drink
Best Packaging Design
SOLO Brazilian Water
Best Innovative Technology
Drip Coffee by Café Zafferano
Best Range in a Soda Beverage
Abida Soda Water
SEE YOU IN 2017