The Glass Nexus: Bridging Technology and Trade in Africa & the Middle East

IGMS 2026 is the definitive commercial platform where the global glass value chain converges to capture the high-growth markets of the MENA region and the African continent.

Target Audience & Visitor Profile: Who is Attending?

The exhibition is engineered to facilitate high-value B2B interactions, attracting target buyers with significant procurement authority.

·       Primary Manufacturers: Decision-makers from flat glass, container glass, and automotive glass production facilities.

·       Architectural & Construction Leaders: Architects, façade engineers, and structural consultants seeking advanced glazing and energy-efficient building skins.

·       Traders & Distributors: Regional wholesalers looking to secure exclusive distribution rights for new machinery and glass products.

·       Technical Specialists: Plant managers, automation engineers, and R&D professionals focused on the latest in High-tech Machinery and Digitalization.

·       End-Users: Professionals from the pharmaceutical, food and beverage (packaging), and solar energy sectors.

Market & Sector Opportunity: Regional Demand & Growth

The MENA and Africa regions represent one of the world’s most resilient glass markets, driven by unprecedented urban development and industrialization.

·       Market Size: The Middle East and Africa glass market is projected to witness a CAGR of over 6% through 2030, fueled by mega-projects in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

·       Regional Demand: Massive infrastructure investments, such as Egypt’s New Administrative Capital and Saudi Vision 2030, have created a critical demand for architectural and smart glass.

·       Investment Opportunities: Significant capital is shifting toward sustainable manufacturing and solar glass production to meet regional renewable energy targets.

 Strategically located to serve as a gateway, IGMS connects global suppliers with the burgeoning industrial sectors of the CIS, Gulf, and North African countries.

 IGMS provides exclusive access to face-to-face negotiations with over6,000+ qualified industry professionals, allowing you to bypass global supply chain noise and close deals directly at the heart of the trade zone.