CABSAT 2025 Inauguration
His Highness Sheikh Hasher bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Media Incorporated, officially inaugurated the 31st edition of CABSAT, the inaugural SATExpo Middle East, and the third edition of Integrate Middle East at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
Event Overview
These flagship events for content creation, post-production, broadcast, satellite management, distribution, satcom, space tech, and Pro AV industries will be held from May 13 to 15, 2025:
- CABSAT 2025: Expected to welcome over 18,000 visitors.
- SatExpo Middle East: Poised to host over 8,000 guests.
- Integrate Middle East: Set to welcome around 10,000.
His Highness Sheikh Hasher toured the exhibitions, meeting with various exhibitors and partners across the three events, including notable names such as Ross Video, Live Media, Panasonic, ArabSat, Nilesat, and Eutelsat.
Exhibitor Highlights
CABSAT is set to attract more than 700 exhibiting brands from over 120 countries. The show’s Content Congress will feature 150 globally renowned speakers and industry specialists discussing key trends.
The exhibition offers effective platforms for networking and knowledge-sharing, including the Co-Production Salon, a dedicated meeting lounge for exploring opportunities in the Arabic content creation landscape.
Quotes from Organizers
Alex Nicholl, Vice President at Dubai World Trade Centre, stated: “It is a privilege to witness the growing momentum behind CABSAT, Integrate Middle East, and SATExpo Middle East, each a testament to the strength of collaboration across industries and borders.”
“These events not only highlight the region’s growing influence in media, satellite, and Pro AV sectors, but also reflect our continued commitment to fostering meaningful connections, driving knowledge exchange, and supporting the ambitions of our partners from around the world.”
Dubai Studio City Partnership
Visitors to CABSAT will have the chance to tour the world-class production facilities offered by Dubai Studio City, a strategic partner of CABSAT 2025. Dubai Studio City features the largest media, entertainment, and broadcasting hub in the region, including:
- The largest soundstage in the region
- The biggest water tank in MENA
- Boutique studios
- Backlots, production offices, and recording studios
Majed Al Suwaidi, Senior Vice President of Dubai Media City, commented: “Innovation is rewriting the future of the global media industry, and Dubai Studio City is a uniting platform for diverse voices to contribute to this transformation.”
Integrate Middle East Highlights
Integrate Middle East 2025 stands out as a unique platform, bringing together Pro AV and systems integration tech leaders alongside buyers from diverse sectors. The event features over 700 brands from more than 75 countries, showcasing the latest innovations in Pro AV products and solutions.
SATExpo Middle East 2025 Launch
The launch event of SATExpo Middle East 2025 welcomes industry giants such as:
- Intelsat (USA)
- Arabsat (KSA)
- Nilesat (Egypt)
- Eutelsat (France)
- Eshailsat (Qatar)
- Gulfsat (Kuwait)
- Neo Space Group (KSA)
The SATExpo Summit will feature speakers like Prof. Dr. Klaus Schilling, delivering a keynote on space industry responsibility in Earth observation, and Prof. Sherif Sedky, CEO of the Egyptian Space Agency, who will discuss the role of space agencies in empowering SMEs and promoting inclusivity within the space sector.
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