Abu Dhabi International Book Fair BIGGER THAN EVER

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• Total net space, exhibitors and number of countries all increased from 2008 Fair

The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) has exceeded its 2008 figures in terms of net space, exhibitors and the range of countries from which the exhibitors are coming, according to organisers Kitab.
 
At the final count, the number of exhibitors attending the 19^th ADIBF floor is 637 – an incredible 32% more than the 2008 Fair. As a result, the fair is taking nearly 100 square metres more floor space at ADNEC, equivalent to14%.
 
The number of countries represented has increased to 53 – coming from 5 continents. In addition, trade visitors have registered to attend from Algeria, Armenia, Austria, Bulgaria, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, India, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Lebanon, Nigeria, Russia, Sudan, UAE, UK and US.
 
“These final numbers demonstrate the wide ranging reach of the Fair internationally,” says Claudia Kaiser, General Manager of Kitab. “And this confirms that Abu Dhabi is achieving its goal to be recognised as the media hub for the region.”
 
Commenting on the importance of Dolphin’s participation, Ibrahim Al Ansari, General Manager – UAE of Dolphin Energy said: “It is paramount that Dolphin Energy supports initiatives that focus on developing levels of cultural awareness and understanding.  One of the key objectives of the Book Fair is to get more people into books and our sponsorship supports this objective.”

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