The 5th International Exhibition of Building Technology & Materials in the Republic of Uzbekistan

BuildExpo Uzbekistan 2010

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Tashkent is the largest city in Central Asia and has a population of approximately two million people, with an additional two million people living in the surrounding regions. Uzbekistan has a total population of approximately 25 million people, a population growth rate of 2.3%, an average population age of 24 years, and is the most populous of all Central Asian republics.

Uzbekistan's economy

Of all Central Asian states, Uzbekistan has Central Asia's largest economy. Uzbekistan is the world's sixth largest cotton producer (approximately 4 million tons), and is the world's second largest exporter of cotton (approximately 1 million tons generating approximately US$1.5 billion). Uzbekistan also produces about 70 tons of gold per year making it the seventh largest producer in the world and it contains the world's fourth largest reserves.
Since 1991, Uzbekistan has more than doubled its domestic oil production to more than 9 million tons which has allowed it to achieve oil self-sufficiency. Uzbekistan has substantial hydrocarbon resources, particularly in natural gas where it is among the world's largest ten producers.

Construction in Uzbekistan

According to the data of Uzbekistan Statistic Committee in the first half-year of 2008 the building activity of Uzbekistan was estimated at 1,042 billion dollars and increased by 9,1% than at the same period of 2007. 67,2% of total building activity volume is in new construction, upgrading, expansion and technical re-equipment of enterprises, 21,2% - general overhaul, 11,6% - other contract works.

Why exhibit in Uzbekistan?

Uzbekistan, like most of the Republics of the Former Soviet Union, is a country in transition. However, unlike some other republics it has substantial export earnings though the export of cotton and gold. During September 1996 the government of Uzbekistan stopped the free conversion of the currency. This action led to enormous difficulties for Uzbekistan companies looking to import goods. However, effective October 15, 2003 Uzbekistan signed article 8 of the IMF charter guaranteeing free currency convertibility. The key to developing substantial sales into this large and expanding market is to find the right local partner, who is financially strong, politically well connected, and can use their local knowledge to ensure your success.

Advertising program

To ensure a high quality attendance, we will aggressively carry-out a comprehensive national and regional advertising campaign. This campaign will include:
- 10,000 direct mail of free invitations to buyers.
- Print advertising in national newspapers
- Advertising in Metro
- Print advertising in all Russian and Central Asian trade newspapers and magazines
- National and local TV advertising in Uzbekistan
- Regional radio advertising throughout Uzbekistan
- Banners across roads in Tashkent
- Telemarketing campaign to targeted VIP guests in Central Asia

To ensure a qualified business audience, admission to the exhibition by children under 16 is not permitted

Main exhibition themes:

Building materials and supplies
Hardware supplies, locks, surface-finishing products
Windows & doors
Wallpaper, wall coverings, tiles, paints & adhesive
Flooring, parquets,carpet, tiles
Plumbing, kitchen and bath fittings
Lighting fittings
Heating and air-conditions
Roofing materials
Hand tools and power tools
DYI & gardening supplies

Venue