DUBAI — Terrapinn, a global media and events company, has acquired ARABLAB LIVE, the Middle East’s premier trade show for the laboratory user community in the chemical, energy, medical, biotechnology, food and environmental sectors. The show has been held annually in Dubai since its inception in 1982.
It has become a major international event with more than 10,000 participants from over 120 countries and 400 to 500 exhibitors from 30 countries.
It is said to be the oldest private company in Dubai.
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“ARABLAB LIVE is a fantastic addition to our scientific and laboratory product portfolio and we will be looking to expand the Lab Live brand into additional geographic markets. We are extremely pleased to enter into this agreement,” said Greg Hitchen, CEO of Terrapinn Group.
Mayfield Merger Strategies advised the shareholders of ArabLab Live. “ARABLAB is the leading global exhibition for the laboratory and analytical sectors in the Middle East, providing a unique platform to showcase the latest technologies and concepts in science,” said Anna John, Partner at Mayfield Merger Strategies.
She spoke of the event’s huge growth potential. “Terrapinn has great synergies with its own brands that can add value and attract new exhibitors and buyers. Lab technology impacts many areas of life,” she said. “The Middle East is a very promising market for trade shows. We are seeing a lot of investment interest in the region and many existing organisers are also considering launching their brands there.”
Contact Greg Hitchen at greg.hitchen@terrapinn.com; Anna John at annajohn@mayfieldmerger.com