Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition 2015 opens a stunningly beautiful theatre of spectacular pieces from across the world
After a year-long wait, the XII edition of the Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition was declared open on 23 February 2015. Hosted by Qatar Tourism Authority, qmedia Events and Fira Barcelona at the Qatar National Convention Centre, the exhibition was an impressive collection of jewellery and timepieces from the most famous and reputed international brands. Visitors were in for an impressive visual journey, admiring the master craftsmanship and creativity of the collections on display.
The beautifully themed venue will be glittering with exquisite pieces that celebrate the love and passion behind centuries of jewellery and watch making. The five day exhibition is also the event of choice for many regional and international brands to unveil their new collections in the Middle East.
Mr Hamad Al Abdan, Director of Exhibitions, Qatar Tourism Authority, said “It is an immense sense of achievement for us that His Excellency Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior of the State of Qatar, graced the exhibition. His presence reinforces the importance of Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition on the annual calendar of Qatar.” He added that, “Our new facility of assigning personal assistants to VVIPs whilst touring the facility will be very well received by dignitaries who will join us at the opening ceremony.”
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With online registration offsite and onsite, VIP visitors on the opening day were surprised at the express check in and appreciated the shuttle bus service provided between the parking area and the main entrance. Visitors were seen using the golf carts to visit different areas, thereby speeding up their time between pavilions. According to Mr. Ibrahim bin Abdullah Al Malki, Chief Enterprise Officer, q.media, “Our special services for VIPs delighted visitors and the media as we have not only valet parking, but also a VIP lounge dedicated for VIPs to rest and relax in, whilst the media have a well-appointed media room at their disposal.”
With over 500 participating brands representing the best of the global industry, the media were given bespoke tours earlier in the day and were given time with exhibitors to discuss and photograph the latest collections.
Qatar leading retail and corporate bank, QNB is the official bank partner and the contemporary luxury hotel W Doha is the official hospitality partner at the “Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition 2015”.
Talking about QNB’s role in Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition 2015, the General Manager for QNB’s Group Communications, Mr. Yousef Darwish said, “QNB is pleased to sponsor this prestigious event which attracts numerous visitors from worldwide. The Group’s sponsorship of this exhibition comes as testament to its importance in the world of jewelry. It will mark Qatar as a global hub for professionals and those interested in this field and truly shed light on our beloved country as a truly global destination for great events.”
Mr. Safak Guvenc, Area Manager for Qatar and the General Manager of “W Doha Hotel” & residences said on the occasion of the launch, “We are honored to be the official hotel partner of the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition 2015. This distinguished exhibition showcases the best international brands from the world of jewelry and watch designs and manufactures and is one of the greatest events taking place in this country. The W Doha team is delighted to be part of this leading event and looks forward to welcoming its guests to Qatar’s first luxury lifestyle hotel.”
The Doha Jewellery & Watches 2015 commences its 12th edition with great fanfare and is ready to surprise and amaze visitors with its gorgeous displays.
About Qatar Tourism Authority
As the Qatari government’s tourism planning and promotion arm; Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) works in partnership with stakeholders to plan, regulate and promote the development of a sustainable and mature tourism sector that contributes to Qatar’s future and positions the country as a leading tourism destination.
Chaired by H.E. Mr Issa bin Mohammed Al Mohannadi, QTA works on showcasing all that Qatar has to offer, reinforcing the country’s position on the world tourism map as a premium destination for authentic experiences, business facilitation, and family-focused recreation.
About q.media Events
q.media Events, a part of Qatar Media Services, is a team of seasoned professionals who provide full MICE event planning, logistics and professional support to clients, creating breakthrough productions that inspire thousands.
The team has implemented major live events and exhibitions that produce impact and drama, amaze audiences and exceed client expectations such as the internationally acclaimed Qatar Motor Show, Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition and World Chamber Congress.
q.media Group, owned by Qatar Development Bank (QDB), was established in 2004 with the vision, set by the Qatari Government, to work in outdoor, audio and visual advertising, events and conferences and the film industry. Whilst q.media has a healthy business portfolio within Qatar it owns a number of operations globally. These global companies cover numerous business sectors including the largest film distribution and screening company in the Middle East and the largest media printing house in Australia which operates outdoor advertising in Australia, Indonesia, Vietnam and Thailand.
About Fira de Barcelona
Fira de Barcelona is the Spanish leading trade and industrial show organizer and boasts a preeminent position in the European trade fair market. With a portfolio of over 70 shows of different frequencies that bring together 30,000 exhibitors, both direct and represented and receive 2.5 million visitors from over 200 countries. 15 of its trade show feature among the European and international benchmark events. The institution has 400,000 m² of exhibition floor space, one of the largest areas in Europe, spread over 2 venues: Montjuïc and Gran Via.
It is one of the finest platforms to do business, share knowledge and hold major international events, twinned with the unmatchable Barcelona brand, one of the most dynamic and creative cities in Europe with over a century of tradition in the organisation of big events. As an economic driver it contributes to the promotion and international outreach of companies and provides support for the productive sector, trade professionals and entrepreneurs, as well as spreading knowledge and entrepreneurial culture.
For more information:
Qatar Tourism Authority: www.qatartourism.gov.qa/
q.media: www.qmediame.com/english/Pages/default.aspx
Fira de Barcelona: www.firabarcelona.com/en/
