Italian Trade Agency Showcases Nearly 100 Companies at Big 5 Global and Marble & Stone World 2024
Dubai, UAE – November 22, 2024 – The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) has announced its participation at Big 5 Global and Marble & Stone World 2024, taking place from November 26th to 29th. Nearly 100 Italian companies will showcase their products, including 44 exhibitors from the building materials sector and 55 specialists in natural stone and marble technologies.
Italian exports to the UAE reached €40 million in the first half of 2024, a 2.1% increase from the same period in 2023, confirming the UAE’s importance as the eighth-largest global market for Italian stone products. This growth underscores Italy’s continued leadership in the stone industry, with exports reaching €1.155 billion globally.
“We are proud of the significant role Italian materials play in shaping the UAE’s iconic landmarks,” said Lorenzo Fanara, Italian Ambassador to the UAE. “This participation at Big 5 Global reflects our commitment to furthering strong trade relations.”
The Italian construction sector remains a key player in the UAE, with exports growing to €3.48 billion in 2023, including a variety of building materials and technologies. Italy’s emphasis on sustainability, showcased through initiatives like the Pietra Naturale Autentica Network, reinforces its position as a preferred partner in the UAE’s evolving market.
