Doha, Qatar - Wednesday, January 9th 2013 [ME NewsWire]
· Latest car models to be revealed; some for the first time regionally, others globally
· Classic Car Show showcases vehicles inherited from generations past
· Event’s identity revealed links Qatar’s heritage to its future
The Qatar Motor Show, the most anticipated event in the Qatari calendar, will open its doors to the public on January 29, 2013 and run for five days to end on the 2nd of February in the Doha Exhibition Center. The event will showcase the latest models from the world’s top car brands. Hosted jointly by the Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA), q.media Events, and GL Events, the organizers held a press conference at the W Hotel in Doha, sharing the details of this high-calibre event.
The Qatar Tourism Authority Head of Exhibitions Organizing (Acting), Mr. Ammar Al Saadi, shared his thoughts on the importance of the event for Qatar and the region, and the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, and Exhibitions) industry in the country and the role that the sector plays in accordance with the diversification goals of the Qatar National Vision 2030.
"Qatar Tourism Authority have sought to put our stamp on this spectacular event as it reflects Qatar's growing stature in the world, due in part to the nation’s explosive economic growth in the past 10 years as the country has successfully developed its vast natural resources in gas and oil and exported these to markets around the world,” said Al Saadi. "In line with a strong national vision imparted by our country's esteemed leadership, Qatar has thus emerged as a flagship new business destination in the Gulf region with the ability to host so many international exhibitions, conferences, meetings and special events – and this makes the Qatar Motor Show even more special.”
"Each year the Qatar Motor Show has put the country firmly on the global automotive industry map by showcasing the newest models and the latest industry developments, many for the first time ever, in Qatar,” continued Al Saadi. "We have a sensational line-up this year of international car brands – some of which will be world premieres - alongside interesting side events taking place concurrently with the motor show”.
Al Saadi highlighted the importance of the Qatar Motor Show, not only to the MICE sector, but to Qatar’s tourism segment as a whole.
"We at the Qatar Tourism Authority want to realize our aim to build this into one the region's most important motor event that attracts international interest on a large scale,” said Al Saadi.
According to Al Saadi, the motor industry is important to Qatar and equally Qatar is a significant market for the car industry, both underlining how important QTA’s drive behind the show is, making nothing less than a massive highpoint in the region’s calendar that brings visitors to Qatar in huge numbers.
Mr. Roger Abi Haidar, q.media events’ General Manager, after thanking the Qatar Tourism Authority for the support provided and GL event as a co-organizer for investing their International experience and know-how in this field to make the Qatar Motor Show one of the best in the world, unveiled the identity of the 2013 Qatar Motor Show – a striking logo featuring the combination of Qatar’s symbol along with a sports car basking in a glowing aura.
"We believe that this concept is fitting for the Qatar Motor Show – a concept that bridges our heritage with the future,” said Abi Haidar. "Two important elements were merged into one: the falcon, the symbol of our great State of Qatar, and a sports car – an obvious representation of the Qatar Motor Show itself. The merger combines tradition, power, and speed all into one, with the bright and glowing colours representing the very same effect that a car speeding through the night would have.”
Abi Haidar also touched upon what can be expected at the event, encouraging visitors far and wide to visit the five-day event, alluding to the event’s theme of "Stand Out from the Crowd.”
"Practically every car brand will unveil their latest models – some for the first time in the region, and others for the first time in the world. The Arab world’s first locally-designed and manufactured luxury hyper car will be showcased for the first time. Furthermore we are very proud to host Bertone, a pillar in the exclusive prestigious automobile industry; a brand synonymous with innovation and luxury since 1912. As well as Perfectly preserved vehicles from previous generations will be paraded together in the Class Car Show. Outdoors, visitors can enjoy watching experts drift their powerful cars, obstacle courses, and other sporting activities,” said Abi Haidar.
The 2013 Qatar Motor Show, the region’s biggest automotive event, will showcase brands from across the globe, from family sedans, to SUVs, luxury vehicles, and to sports cars. More details are available at the show’s website at www.qatarmotorshow.gov.qa, Facebook at www.facebook.com/qatarmotorshow, or you can follow the event’s Twitter feed at @qatarmotorshow.
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About Qatar Tourism Authority
Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) manages Qatar’s burgeoning tourism industry and develops it through establishing high profile international and local exhibitions as successful annual calendar events in Qatar.
QTA’s mission is to promote Qatar as a world class tourism destination for business, leisure, culture, education and sport. Its role is to showcase the country’s unique cultural heritage and highlight its tourist attractions.
Acknowledged as the fastest growing economy in the world, Qatar has taken its place on the world stage by hosting global sporting events such as the upcoming 2022 World Cup. As a world class business hub Qatar is where visitors can also enjoy some of the finest hospitality in the world with uber luxury leisure facilities and abundant tourist activities.
About Qatar Media Services
q.media Services is a Qatari company that specializes in outdoor, TV, Radio and print media advertising as well as large scale international events, printing and film distribution across the MENA and Pan Asia region. It is proud to be a joint venture with JC Decaux, the world’s number one outdoor advertising company and is the global sales representative of Al Jazeera Network and Qatar Media Corporation including Qatar TV, as well as the exclusive representative of radio networks such as Qatar Radio and Radio Sout Al Khaleej.
About GL events
As an integrated Group in the events business, GL events is present in three sectors: event venue management, events organization and integrated services for trade fairs, conventions and events. The Group owns or manages 35 between exhibition centres, congress centres and multifunctional spaces in 14 countries, with more than 2700 events hosted every year. In 2011, the Group had revenue of around €800 million. The Group is present in five continents – particularly in the Middle East since 1997 – and GL events has more than 3,500 employees in over 91 offices including Italy, where GL events Italia is based. The latter has acquired extensive experience in the automotive sector with the organization of the Bologna Motor Show, International Automobile Exhibition, since 1981.
Contacts
Krikor Khatchikian
Cohn&Wolfe Public Relations
+974 4428 3177
krikor.khatchikian@cohnwolfeqatar.com
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