The 21st edition of the Dubai International Wood and Woodworking Machinery Exhibition opened today at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together 781 exhibitors and over 1,662 brands from 50 countries.
Running until April 16, the event is a key fixture for professionals across the global wood and woodworking industry.
Inaugurated by Mahir Abdul Karim Julfar, Executive Vice President of the Dubai World Trade Centre, the event welcomed senior officials and international delegates. Julfar highlighted the exhibition’s role in supporting the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, driving foreign investment, and enhancing Dubai’s position as a regional industrial and logistics hub.
Dawood Al Shezawi, President of the exhibition, noted the growing demand for wood and natural materials in construction, design, and décor, positioning the event as a vital business and networking platform for manufacturers, distributors, and investors.
The exhibition features 12 international pavilions from key countries including China, India, the US, Germany, and Italy. Exhibitors are showcasing a wide range of products—from wooden panels and engineered wood to advanced woodworking machinery, adhesives, coatings, furniture accessories, and industry-specific software.
Day one featured several expert-led discussions and workshops, covering timber market forecasts across the MENA region, ocean freight logistics, and timber trends in Northern and Central Europe and North Africa.
Coinciding with the main event, the 7th Dubai International Furniture Accessories, Components & Semi-Finished Products Exhibition (DIFAC) also opened, spotlighting the latest technologies and products in the furniture industry—from hinges and locks to upholstery, finishes, and production tools.
Together, the twin exhibitions offer a dynamic, global platform for innovation, trade, and collaboration in the wood and furniture industries.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
