How soon will market recover with the revival of the
construction industry?

Garnering New Leash of Opportunities into 2010

Nestled between the emerging markets of Africa & traditional markets of Asia, the Middle East is a pivotal trading route for both meeting demand and soaking in supply. Despite the global slowdown, momentum in the GCC & Levant region is still being funneled by multibillion dollar stimulus packages and real estate investments.

"The need for housing & continued government investments in infrastructure development in emerging economies will drive the global demand for cement."
Commodity Online, April 2009

"Total value of real estate projects under construction in the GCC stands over US$2.39 trillion."
Arab Construction World, April 2009

"Abu Dhabi expects almost US$7 billion worth of major construction contracts to be awarded this year, underpinning growing confidence in the emirate's construction sector."
MEED, May 2009

CMT's 4th MidEast CemenTrade will focus on critical insights and market intelligence that will prepare and secure your business for the coming year

• Country specific forecast and trends - Iraq, Afghanistan, Saudi, Yemen, Iran, Pakistan, Sub-Sahara and more!
• Assessment on investment opportunities in the dynamic Middle East & East Africa markets
• Hear global analysis of cement trading and impact of the credit crunch ?
• Impact of the new clinker production unit by Star Cement to the supply balance in UAE
• Ascertain the changing landscape of the cement industry & expectations for 2010
• Developments in port and loading infrastructure in East Africa to facilitate logistics & import
• Gain cost competitiveness by learning the options & advantages of alternative fuel switch
• To what extent will the real estate markets help resuscitate the cement demand in the GCC?
• Opportunities and commercial challenges - Recycling concrete from waste materials
• Network and exchange ideas with international panels and delegates gathered in the vibrant Emirate of Abu Dhabi!

So register with your team now at www.cmtevents.com or send your enquiry to cynthia@cmtsp.com.sg

You will network with

Senior executives from international/regional cement producers/traders,
ready-mix concrete, pre-cast & building materials companies,
cement raw materials suppliers (slag, fly ash, steel, coal),
construction/infrastructure/building/equity/research analysts,
project financiers/banks, engineering, technology & equipment providers,
logistics & shipping companies (dry bulk and cement carriers), CDM consultants