CABSAT, Middle East’s premier event for content, broadcast, satellite, media and entertainment, is gearing up to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a much-awaited return to the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 21-23, 2024.
Alongside CABSAT, the second edition of the co-located event, Integrate Middle East, will also make its comeback. Integrate Middle East serves as a leading forum and sourcing platform for the global Pro AV and media technology community, connecting industry leaders with integrated solution buyers across various sectors including education, media, entertainment, hospitality, retail, and communication, the organisers of the events yesterday said in a joint press release.
Since its inception, CABSAT has been at the forefront of aligning with the latest trends and technologies in the MEASA (Middle East, Africa and South Asia) region. Organized by the Dubai World Trade Centre in collaboration with key stakeholders from the MEASA media industry, CABSAT offers a comprehensive program featuring insightful presentations, panel discussions, workshops, product demonstrations, and technology master classes, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.
The Middle East is poised to lead the future of content creation, with its media and entertainment market projected to reach USD 42.72 billion in 2024 and expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.41 percent to USD 66.99 billion by 2029.
Recognized as a leading destination for filmed content, broadcast, and satellite industries, the region is undergoing a significant transformation into a content creation hub. CABSAT 2024 aims to unveil the future of content creation and distribution, serving as a platform for the global media, entertainment, and technology industry, with participation from over 120 countries.
This year’s event promises to be exceptional, featuring the return of the Content Congress, SATEXPO Summit, and NextGen Content. The Content Congress offers insights into the evolving media landscape, while the SATEXPO Summit fosters innovation within the satellite and space community. NextGen Content provides a platform for the region’s best content creators, distributors, and investors, facilitating the screening of unreleased content.
Additionally, Integrate Middle East will play a crucial role in market growth by uniting Pro AV and system integration tech leaders, with the Pro AV market projected to reach USD 396.41 million by 2028. The event will spotlight the accelerated development of the Pro AV market, driven by factors such as increased use of digital signage and advancements in technology.
Discussions at Integrate Middle East will cover topics such as innovation utilization, the metaverse, the future of work, digital signage, smart buildings, and sustainable design.
CABSAT‘s collaboration with Integrate Middle East offers attendees and exhibitors access to emerging business opportunities across various sectors, including education, media, entertainment, hospitality, retail, communication, corporate, events, and real estate industries. This partnership underscores CABSAT’s commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the media and entertainment landscape of the Middle East.