1. Q: When and where is the Expo USA – Middle East?
Expo USA – Middle East will be held at City Star Intercontinental Convention Center, Cairo, Egypt, during the following dates: Monday October 17 – Thursday October 20, 2011.
2. Q: Who do I contact for information?
For Exhibit information, Please contact Ms. Allyn Paolicelli at (732) 581-8168 / (732) 731 - 9697 or Fax (732) 546 – 3561.
Email: info@expousa-middleeast.com
3. Q: Who Sponsors Expo USA – Middle East?
Sponsors of Expo USA are exhibitor firms who would like to promote their products through additional advertising opportunities that are available at the show.
4. Q: What is Expo USA – Middle East?
Expo USA – Middle East is a collaboration with American Star Inc., & City Stars Intercontinental Convention Center.
It is The First ever event to bring together the Americas, European industries & Middle East North Africa (MENA) Business under one roof
5. Q: What are the trade show hours?
EXHIBIT HOURS
Monday, October 17, 2011
Opening Ceremony 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Exhibitor Hall Open 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM (Exhibitors allowed access to the hall at 8:00am)
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Exhibitor Hall Open 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Exhibitors allowed access to the hall at 8:00am)
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Exhibitor Hall Open 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Exhibitors allowed access to the hall at 8:00am)
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Exhibitor Hall Open 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Exhibitors allowed access to the hall at 8:00am)
6. Q: What time does the Trade Show close? When does Move-Out begin?
The trade show will close at 4:00 PM on Thursday, October 21 and move-out will begin immediately.
Exhibitors will have access to the floor for the remainder of that day.
For more information and helpful hints on post-show procedures and move-out, please go to www.aramex.com
Thursday, October 20, 2011 Exhibitor Move-Out 4:00PM- MIDNIGHT
Friday, October 21, 2011 Exhibitor Move-Out 8:00AM - 8:00 PM
7. Q: When does the On-line Exhibitor Service Manual become available?
The Manual will be available on-line only at
www.expousa-middleeast.com , www.expousa-moddleeast.net
to all current exhibitors from June 28, 2011.
8. Q: What do I do if my country requires my company’s staff members to have a “Letter of Invitation” to travel to ExpoUSA–Middle East?
Visa for Exhibitors or Attendees
(please see travel section)
http://expousa-middleeast.com/index.php?pg=travel_main .
A: Visas for Exhibitors or Attendees to attend Expo USA – Middle East can be obtained from the Egyptian Embassy, consulate or you can get your visa at the Cairo Airport as soon as you arrive, (please see travel section) http://expousa-middleeast.com/index.php?pg=travel_main .
B: For Airline Reservations, Please contact Our USA Travel Agent for pricing.
9. Q: Can I set up my own booth?
A: All Exhibitors will be provided with:
- Free Inside Hall Booth Carpeting
- Free translation (up to 250 words) of company profile in the Arabic section at show directory
- Free Link to your company website
- Free Electricity connection
- Free Seminar Opportunity To all Exhibitors supported with professional translation
- Free Attendance to Show Opening Ceremony Welcome Party
- Free Meeting Room to all Exhibitors supported with professional translation
- Free in Booth Professional Translation
- Free Shuttle Bus Covering Most of Cairo Hotels for Exhibitors & Attendees
- Free Pick Up & Drop Off From Cairo International Airport To City Star InterContinental and Holiday Inn Hotels For Exhibitors
B: Exhibitors may setup their own exhibit area as long as the booth size and the following conditions are met:
Exhibitors are allowed to unpack and repack their own products and are allowed to do technical work on their machines, such as balancing, programming, cleaning of machines, etc. Exhibitors may “hand carry" or use nothing larger than a two wheel baggage cart to move their items. Exhibitors may move a "pop-up" display (equal to or less than 12' in length). The individuals moving the items must be full time employees of the exhibiting company and must carry identification to verify this fact.
We hope the above has helped you. If you are in doubt, do not wait until you get to the show to ask questions, e-mail us now.
10. Q: What is my Target Move-In Date
A: A Target Move-In date is intended for any exhibitor who is having his exhibit materials and crates delivered direct to show site---instead of shipping in advance to the warehouse that Aramex offers. If a company is indeed shipping their freight in advance to the warehouse, the Target Move-In Date and Time does not apply. Each Exhibitor is assigned a “Target Move-In Date” based on two items, the size of their booth space coupled with their location of the booth in the exhibit hall. This assigned date and time are designed to coordinate the hundreds of booths that must be moved into the exhibit hall in a relatively short period of time. Missing or ignoring an assigned Target Move-In Date is not an option and will cause the exhibitor to incur a financial penalty.
However, it is possible for a company to request from Aramex a change in their Target Date. They must do so in writing or by e-mail Aramex www.aramex.com. Upon request and review, Aramex will be in contact within 1 week. Also, the Target Date Floorplan with dates and times will be provided in the On-line Exhibitor Service Manual beginning June 28, 2011. 11. Q: What do Egyptian Laws dictate regarding materials handling on-site at City Stars Intercontinental Convention Center?
Aramex is the General Service Contractor for Expo USA; therefore Aramex must be contacted for all material / freight handling, construction, tools or any on site work.
12. Q: Can I serve food or beverages in my booth?
Yes. However, any food or beverages must be ordered via the on-site catering vendor at City Stars Intercontinental Convention Center. Further details and a catering form will be provided in the On-line Exhibitor Service Manual at www.expouas-middleeast.com or you may contact Show Management with immediate questions.
13. Q: How do I get my empty boxes/crates removed?
Please visit the Aramex Service Desk and request '”EMPTY” labels. Remove all other labels, fill out the 'empty' labels and attach them to your boxes and crates. Once these are on your boxes, Aramex will take your boxes and crates and store them until the end of the show.
14. Q: HELP! My freight is missing….. What do I do?
Please visit the Aramex Company service desk on-site for further assistance.
15. Q: How do I get electricity in my booth/or the electricity for my booth isn't on yet, what do I do?
While on-site, please visit the Intercontinental service desk for all your electrical needs.
16. Q: How do I get Audio Visual equipment for my booth?
Please refer to the on line service Manual for more details.
17. Q: How can I arrange for security for my booth?
A Security Service will be provided to cover the hall during and after show hours.
18. Q: Can I request the services of an on-site photographer?
Yes. Please contact Show Management via the pre-show order form located in the On-line Exhibitor Service Manual or visit their on-site service desk. If you are using an outside photographer, you MUST obtain a release from the On-site Show Office to get past Event Security.
NOTE: Only professional photographers with Expo USA badges will be permitted on the Exhibit Hall Floor. Personal photography of any kind is strictly prohibited and Show Management reserves the right to confiscate any suspicious, film, video or equipment.
19. Q: The booth next to mine is too loud or their lights are too bright. What do I do?
Contact a Expo USA Floor Manager or go to the Show Office, located on your show map and request to speak to someone.
20. Q: I need some wires taped down/or a bump covered in my booth.
Please visit the on-site City Stars Intercontinental Convention Center Service Desk to request assistance.
21. Q: How do I obtain an Event Directory?
The Event Directory and the Addendum will be distributed at Registration and at the Information desks in the Lobby Registration Areas on-site during the four-day event.
22. Q: What are the dates and times of the Seminar Program?
Submit Your Seminar Topics Today
Reservation availability on first-come, first-serve basis for each 45 minutes with 15 minutes break in between
If you're an expert on design trends, installation, green building, fabrication, restoration, retail sales or have worked on any of the show category, here's your chance to make the Expo USA Middle East 2011 conference program the most successful to date.
Seminars will be held on every day of the show. For more information on who will be presenting and when, please see calendar of events.
http://expousa-middleeast.com/index.php?pg=pricing
23. Q: What are the Seminar & Meeting Room costs?
Seminars will be Free for All Expo USA Exhibitors and Attendees.
Meeting Rooms Are Also Free.
Expo USA Middle East is the voice of the Americas & Europe industry and the acknowledged leader offering content that is vitally important to the audience:
Dealers/Distributors
Retailers
Architects
Designers
Builders/Remodelers
Manufacturers
Fabricator
Installers
Please submit your session proposals now.
Session topic areas are open for all industries.
Share your ideas today at Expo USA Middle East 2011.
Food for Thoughts
Food for Thoughts
As you are well aware, the Middle East North Africa [MENA] region is classified by the World Bank and the UN Development Programs as the most dynamic and growing region in the world.
It is the First ever event to bring together the Americas, European industries & Middle East Business under one roof
Why we chose Middle East?
Owing to entry visa restrictions to many European countries and America, it is quite problematical for many business people from the Middle East, hence, to travel long way and meet with one or two companies, beside the long possessing & waiting holding a trade expo there is quite attractive to the business world of this region.
Why Expo USA Middle East Choose Egypt?
Egypt with its strategic location, rich history, and civilization is the key to enter the vast market of MENA (Middle East North Africa). The World Bank rates the GNI of MENA as the third among global regions, hence, the economic growth and development projects in MENA are on the rise.
The exhibit hall of the Intercontinental Cairo City Star is the most modern hall in MENA and is equipped with State of the Art Exhibit Technology
What Expo USA Middle East Offers?
We provide more than just exhibit floor space.
We offer a wide range of FREE supporting services and facilities such as courtesy Airport & Hotel pick-up/drop-off, translation, meeting rooms, and other services.
Who Participate In The Exhibit?
· Outdoor Living, Lawn & Garden
· Household
· Hardware and Tools
· Marine (boat, fishing, amusement, etc.)
· Automated Machinery
· Automotive Industry
· Medical, Pharmaceutical & Cosmetics Industry
· Computer Technology & Software & Communications
· Packing, Plastics & Processing Machinery
· Concrete Industry
· Welding Industry
· Glass Industries (handling, packing, storage, tools, components, etc.)
