Planning Your Visit to Big 5 Global 2025? Here’s Your Guide
The Big 5 Global 2025 is returning to the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from November 24–27, and if you’ve been before, you know how massive it is. As the largest construction event in the Middle East, a little planning goes a long way.
Here’s a practical guide to help you navigate the expo, the city, and make the most of your time.
What to Focus On Inside the Expo
The event actually combines nine specialized shows under one roof. If your time is limited and you’re focused on innovation, I’d recommend prioritizing these areas:
- Digital Construction World (Za’abeel Halls): This is where you’ll find the latest in BIM, AI, and project management software that can offer a real, immediate ROI.
- Start-up City: Always a highlight. It’s the hub for emerging tech, and you’ll want to catch the Talks & Pitch Competition Finals on November 26th.
- Offsite & Modular Construction Area: Essential viewing if you’re looking into prefabrication and modular systems to speed up your project timelines.
- Sustainable Materials Talks (Trade Arena Stage, 27 Nov): A must for anyone needing insights into low-carbon materials and new ESG strategies.
- HVAC R Expo: The dedicated zone for energy-efficient building technologies, complete with its own live talks.
Two high-level summits are also worth scheduling:
- Big 5 FutureTech Summit (25 Nov): All about digital tech with a measurable ROI.
- LiveableCitiesX Summit (25–26 Nov): Focuses on urban innovation and sustainable city governance.
Logistics and Local Tips
Getting the practical details sorted early makes the entire trip smoother.
- The Basics: The event runs from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (GMT+4) at the DWTC.
- Transport: Honestly, just use the Dubai Metro. The Red Line has a dedicated “DWTC Station” that drops you right at the entrance.
- Accommodation: For maximum convenience, the Novotel, ibis, and Rove Trade Centre are right there. If you want a more premium stay, the One&Only One Za’abeel and the Conrad Dubai are both just a 5-10 minute walk away.
- Business Lunch & Drinks:
- La Dame de Pic Dubai (One Za’abeel): For a high-end, refined French meal with skyline views.
- StreetXO: A dynamic, creative spot perfect for a memorable meeting.
- Twine Restaurant (Ibis DWTC): A reliable spot for an efficient 3-course Mediterranean business lunch.
- McGettigan’s DWTC: The classic choice for relaxed after-show drinks right at the venue.
When You Have Free Time
If you have an evening or afternoon free, use the Metro to explore some of the city’s landmarks:
- Museum of the Future: Worth seeing for the incredible architecture alone, not to mention the innovation exhibits.
- Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall: A must-do if it’s your first time in the city.
- Dubai Frame: Offers fantastic skyline views looking over both old and new Dubai.
- City Walk: A great, casual area for evening dining and shopping.
Exhibitor List and Maps
To finalize your schedule and plan your meetings, here are the key links you’ll need.
Exhibitor List 2025 Browse the full list of exhibitors by name, country, or product sector to plan who you need to meet.
Floorplan 2025 (PDF) Download the updated 2025 map of the DWTC halls. You’ll be glad you did this when you’re trying to find a specific stand.
Big 5 Heavy Don’t forget to check out this co-located event for heavy machinery, vehicles, and plants. It’s essential if you are looking for the latest in PMV (Plant, Machinery, Vehicles) and site equipment innovations.
Visit Us at the Italian Pavilion
Sibo will attend The Big 5 Global 2025 in Dubai, exhibiting inside the Italian Pavilion, Stand SS2 G111 – Sheikh Saeed Hall.
It’s the perfect occasion to meet our team and discover our full range of steel bushings for construction and infrastructure machinery.
Our technical and commercial staff will be available for meetings throughout the event.
Contact us to request our latest catalog or schedule an appointment at the show.
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