Tribune News Network
Doha
ConteQ Expo24 organising committee has announced the sponsorship and exhibition participation of Schneider Electric Qatar & Kuwait as a silver sponsor at this year’s highly anticipated event taking place from September 16 to 18 at Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC).
As a pivotal platform on the nation’s exciting journey towards Qatar National Vision 2030, this ground-breaking exhibition will redefine technological standards in construction and services.
ConteQ Expo 2024 is an eagerly awaited event hosted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), the Ministry of Labour (MoL) and Public Works Authority (Ashghal), three esteemed government bodies in Qatar, and organised by NeXTfairs conferences and Exhibitions.
The event aims to bring cutting-edge solutions that improve productivity, quality, reliability, cost-savings, waste-reduction and energy efficiency in the construction and services sectors.
Saleh bin Majid Al Khulaifi, assistant undersecretary for Industry Affairs and Business Development at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, said: “The construction sector in Qatar is one of the nation’s most important sectors, witnessing significant progress in recent years. Its growth is expected to continue, especially with the ongoing economic expansion in the country and the state’s commitment to completing developmental projects aimed at achieving its National Vision 2030.”
Khulaifi added, “The ministry is committed to leveraging modern and digital technology to advance the development of the construction and services sectors and reduce dependence on unskilled labour; to develop a lean construction sector that can export its services to the region. The exhibition presents a chance to delve into the most recent technological innovations within the field of construction and services. It serves as a significant platform for fostering fruitful partnerships with numerous companies and specialised experts, thereby contributing to the enhancement of the national economy.”
From her part, Sheikha Najwa bint Abdulrahman Al Thani, assistant undersecretary for Migrant Labour Affairs at the Ministry of Labour, stressed that the participation of the ministry in organising ConteQ Expo24 comes as part of efforts to keep up with the latest developments, and meet the needs of all economic sectors in the state, including the construction and services sector, and attract skilled workforce with high efficiency and productivity, to implement and complete projects in the state, according to the highest standards of safety, occupational health, digitisation and sustainability.
She noted that the exhibition embodies the endeavours of the Ministry of Labour to unite efforts with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and the Public Works Authority, and all entities and institutions in the State, to achieve the objectives of the Third National Development Strategy, which includes attracting highly skilled and productive labour, qualified to deal with the latest innovations and technologies in the construction and services sector.
She added that the exhibition is a unique platform to promote innovation in this vital sector, review the latest in construction and services technology globally, and enable the local sector to benefit from innovative technologies in the implementation of projects in the country.
Engineer Salem Al Shawi, chairman of the Organising Committee of ConteQ Expo24 and Technical Office Manager at Ashghal, said: “We are pleased to welcome Schneider Electric Qatar & Kuwait as a sponsor of the exhibition. The company has significant contributions in the construction sector and are dedicated to utilising advanced and efficient technologies. Their approaches enhance industry productivity and sustainability, aligning with the goals of the National Development Strategy 2024-2030 (NDS3), the final phase of Qatar’s National Vision 2030.”
Shawi added, “We look forward to the exhibition to showcase the latest innovations and contributions of participating companies in the energy, services and construction sectors.Our goal is to unveil cutting-edge technologies that will transform project implementation through the introduction of new and unconventional solutions based on modern technology, revolutionising the construction field.”
Commenting on the participation as a sponsor for the event and their 81 sqm pavilion at the exhibition, Louie Jarouche, Schneider Electric’s Country Manager for Qatar & Kuwait, said: “Schneider Electric is proud to be a part of ConteQ Expo 2024 hosted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the Ministry of Labour and Ashghal, three future-forward organisations in Qatar.”
Jarouche added, “We look forward to unveiling our latest advancements in Net Zero building construction sector, in addition to showcasing solutions for retrofitting existing structures and the transformative potential of AI and automation. More importantly, we aim to reaffirm our commitment to reshaping the construction and energy landscape in the region through our ‘Strategise, Digitise and Decarbonise’ approach, designed to support sustainability and asset performance goals.”
Schneider Electric has established a significant presence in Qatar, contributing to the country’s ambitious infrastructure and energy goals. The company offers a range of solutions that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and reliability across various sectors, including energy management, industrial automation and smart city initiatives.
Registration and reservations are now open for exhibitors at ConteQ Expo 2024. Due to limited capacity, parties interested are urged to book early to secure your spot. For more information, please visit www.conteq-expo.com. For the latest updates, follow via Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and X.
