The French companies participating at Project Qatar 2017 from May 8 to 11 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre will be focusing on “quality” and “reliability,” Business France has announced.
The French Pavilion organised by Business France, a national agency supporting the international development of the French economy, will introduce innovative products and technologies to local construction professionals in Doha.
The French pavilion will focus on sustainable and environmental-friendly buildings, energy efficiency, and timber constructions but also smart buildings and home automation to reinforce partnerships with existing projects and develop new joint-ventures and engage negotiations with local contractors, distributors, and agents in new areas of
activities in Qatar.
In a sector where safety is outstanding, the select delegation of French companies attending Project Qatar will be renowned for their expertise in the area of high-quality projects, such as 5-star hotels and villas, public buildings such as shopping malls, schools, and stadiums.
Business France said French exhibitors will present smart cities solutions, bioclimatic materials, mechanics, electricity and plumbing contracting – MEP, among other specific offers.
Christelle Peyran, head of Business France Qatar, said: “France is focused on energy efficiency, sustainable development and R&D. At least 21% of French companies in the building sector have an R&D centre to develop new materials. In Project Qatar 2017, we have selected the best companies to match Qatar’s expectations of high quality standards and cost effective solutions.”
Business France said Qatar’s construction industry alone represents 5.7% of its GDP. After being awarded the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar rapidly embarked upon an intensive investment programme in major infrastructure projects. There is also a growing demand for sustainable development, with profitable segments being hotels and ‘green’ construction that encourage the use of innovative products, it added.