Austria, China, France, Germany, more set to attend event

Nigeria is hosting the maiden International Trade Show, AfricaBuild Lagos.

So far, 85 exhibitors from Austria, China, France, Germany, Ghana, Italy, Poland, Spain, South Africa, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, more have registered.

Mr. Darryl Pawsey, the Regional Industry Director of ITE Build & Interiors Divison, has spoken on the purpose of the event.

“It is incredibly exciting that for a launch event we have secured such a high number and diverse selection of international brands, which indicates a positive outlook for the future of the show. More than 85 exhibitors from 14 countries will display all the materials and equipment at the show.

“There is a multitude of reasons behind this vibrant and exciting growth. Nigeria, its Gross Domestic Product, GDP, hit $569 billion in 2014, is Africa’s largest economy and it is particularly robust. The West African State enjoys healthy growth to the tune of 5 to 6 per cent annually, and this looks set to continue in the near future."

The latest technologies and machineries in construction, building equipment, building materials, interior finishing materials and tools will be showcased at the event.