About dmg :: events

The INDEX Exhibition is organised by dmg :: events (formerly known as dmg world media), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc (DMGT, www.dmgt.co.uk), one of the largest media companies in the United Kingdom.

Founded in 1989, the company now manages over 80 exhibitions, conferences and online platforms for a variety of industries in up to 25 countries each year.

dmg :: events is a leading supplier of face-to-face business information, with a customer-centric focus that localises operations and relationships. Its objectives are to keep businesses informed and connect them with relevant consumers to create vibrant marketplaces across multiple event platforms.

dmg :: events is divided into the following five divisions:

1. Energy (including the Global Petroleum Show, Gastech, World Heavy Oil Congress and others)
2. GLM (including the New York International Gift Fair, Surf Expo, ICFF and others)
3. Middle East (ADIPEC, The Big 5, INDEX, the Hotel Show, the Office Exhibition, Reflex Publishing and others)
4. Leadership Conferences (including CIO, CFO, CMO and HR events)
5. Digital Marketing (including ad:tech, iMEdia Summits and iMedia Connection)

dmg :: events is a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organisers Ltd.), the trade body representing companies which conceive, create, develop or manage trade and consumer events. For more information visit: www.aeo.org.uk

dmg :: events also organises the following events in the MENA region:

	Inspire 15-17 May, 2012, Dubai World Trade Centre The first edition of INSPIRE, a fresh, new international exhibition for the giftware and homeware sectors. INSPIRE aims to create the best global gathering in the Middle East for the giftware and homeware industry sectors, facilitating a broad spectrum of business opportunities for those engaged in these sectors. Consumers in the region are hungry for new product concepts which are unique and distinctly different from anything they have seen before, something that will make a memorable and emotionally appealing gift. Marketers need to make sure these innovative new concepts are available in the widening range of destinations where giftware shoppers go. Taking place in Dubai, one of the world's leading retail and hospitality capitals, INSPIRE provides a unique business platform to the Middle East's wealthy and rapidly developing market for giftware and homeware products. For more information, visit: www.inspireexhibition.com
	The Hotel Show 15-17 May, 2012, Dubai World Trade Centre The Hotel Show – Where the hospitality industry meets… The Hotel Show is the region’s largest and most important event for the hospitality industry. During your visit you will find thousands of creative & innovation solutions to drive the profits of your business, increase ROI, heighten efficiency and improve your guest experience. The show offers an unmissable business opportunity to source, discover, compare and buy the very latest products and services from over 500 of the world's leading hotel and hospitality suppliers. For more information, visit: www.thehotelshow.com
	FM EXPO 17 - 19 May 2011, Dubai World Trade Centre FM EXPO is the leading source of business opportunities and educational development for the facilities management industry across the Middle East. It covers every aspect of property and facilities management including environmental and energy management; IT systems and facilities management software; maintenance services; security, health and safety and sustainability. As well as the exhibition, you’ll find the World FM Congress, a two-day conference and other support training events. FM EXPO is organized by dmg :: events. For more information, visit www.fm-expo.com.
	The Office Exhibition 17 - 19 May 2011, Dubai World Trade Centre The Office Exhibition is the Middle East’s premium showcase for high-end products and services which combine to create outstanding working environments. The show attracts thousands of top tier architectural and interior design firms and end-users from the Middle East and beyond. Now encompassing a wider range of products and services to reflect the ever expanding market and with the addition of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) as official knowledge partner in 2011, the event has become the most important exhibition for commercial interior design professionals in the GCC region. For more information visit www.theofficeexhibition.com
	ADIGAS 31 Oct - 2 Nov 2011, ADNEC, Abu Dhabi, UAE ADIGAS connects and showcases the entire gas supply chain from E&P to the distribution and consumption of gas. ADIGAS will connect buyers, sellers, service providers, technology companies, transport, pipeline, liquefaction, exploration and production companies all under one roof. The latest innovations, technologies and developments of the gas industry will be discussed and displayed during the exhibition, technical and commercial conferences and various networking functions. The total gas show: www.adigas.ae
	ADIPEC 5 - 8 November 2012, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) ADIPEC is the total oil & gas show! What makes ADIPEC different from other oil and gas exhibitions is the quality, content and global representation; the highest participation of IOC’s, NOC’s and National Pavilions compared to any other industry event. ADIPEC 2012 will play host to over 45,000 industry executives from around the world and with over 1500 companies from 89 countries altogether making it the total oil and gas show. The ADIPEC Conference held over four days from 5 - 8 November 2010, will function as a meeting place to discuss and debate the latest and most innovative technological solutions available in the oil and gas industry. Over 250 industry leaders will join together in presenting a comprehensive programme of technical and panel sessions at the technical conference. Other features at ADIPEC 2012 will include: • CEO Summit • ADIPEC Awards: Excellence in Energy • ADIPEC Graduate Fair For more information visit: http://www.adipec.com
	The Oil barons ball Friday, 18th November 2011 - Meydan Racecourse, Dubai Pipeline Magazine and dmg::events are proud to present the 9th Oil Barons Charity Ball for 2011 and we would like to welcome you as our guests to the most glamorous energy industry event of the year! Held under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum (President, Department of Civil Aviation - Government of Dubai and Chairman of the Emirates Group) With over 2,000 attending this year's red-carpet gala affair, join us on Friday, 18th November 2011 as we congregate under the stars at the spectacular Meydan Racecourse for an evening with the crème de la crème of industry leaders in the oil and gas industry. The venue for this year's event is easy to find, has plenty of parking and will provide a sumptuous backdrop to the glittering ceremony of the Ball. In addition to exquisite food, fantastic live music and entertainment, the evening will feature the crowning of the 9th Oil Baron, a charity fundraiser for "Friends of Cancer Patients", an award for the best-dressed lady and couple. This year's theme will be 'Everybody Needs Somebody' with the Blues Brothers Tribute Show 'Let the Good Times Roll' featuring Aretha Franklin & James Brown. For more information visit: www.theoilbaronscharityball.com