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5/14/25, 1:21 PM Hasher bin Maktoum opens CABSAT, Integrate Middle East and inaugural SATExpo Middle East
welcome around 10,000.

His Highness Sheikh Hasher toured the exhibitions, accompanied by Abdul Rahman Obaid Abu
Al Shawareb, Executive Vice President of Protocol and Security at DWTC, visited various
industry pavilions and exhibitor stands, meeting with an array of exhibitors and partners across
the three events including Ross Video, Live Media, and Panasonic at CABSAT and Integrate
Middle East. His Highness also visited stands of ArabSat, Nilesat and Eutelsat among others at
SatExpo Middle East.

Across three days, CABSAT is set to attract more than 700 exhibiting brands from over 120
countries. Moreover, 150 globally renowned speakers and industry specialists are set to lead
discussions on key trends shaping the industry at the show’s Content Congress. The exhibition
offers effective platforms for networking and knowledge-sharing, including the Co-Production
Salon, a dedicated meeting lounge for exploring opportunities in the Arabic content creation
landscape.

Alex Nicholl, Vice President at Dubai World Trade Centre, stated: “It is a privilege to witness the
growing momentum behind CABSAT, Integrate Middle East, and the inaugural SATExpo Middle
East, each a testament to the strength of collaboration across industries and borders. At Dubai
World Trade Centre, we are proud to bring together communities of innovators, creators, and
thought leaders who are shaping the future of their respective fields. These events not only
highlight the region’s growing influence in media, satellite, and Pro AV sectors, but also reflect
our continued commitment to fostering meaningful connections, driving knowledge exchange,
and supporting the ambitions of our partners from around the world.”

Visitors to CABSAT will also have the chance to tour the world-class production facilities offered
by Dubai Studio City, a strategic partner of CABSAT 2025. The largest media, entertainment
and broadcasting hub in the region, Dubai Studio City features the largest soundstage in the
region, and the biggest water tank in the MENA, plus boutique studios, backlots, production
offices and recording studios.

Commenting on Dubai Studio City’s role as the Strategic Partner of CABSAT, Majed Al Suwaidi,
Senior Vice President of Dubai Media City, Dubai Studio City, Dubai Production City, and in5,
part of TECOM Group PJSC, said: “Innovation is rewriting the future of the global media
industry, and Dubai Studio City is a uniting platform for diverse voices to contribute to this
transformation. Curated to strengthen the regional media value chain, our ecosystems are
shaping a new narrative for our industry. At this year’s edition of CABSAT, we will look to further
empower global talent and champion groundbreaking media innovation that supports the goals
of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and the Dubai Creative Economy Strategy.”

Integrate Middle East 2025, co-located with CABSAT, stands out as a one-of-a-kind platform
bringing together Pro AV and system integration tech leaders alongside buyers from diverse
sectors. The event features more than 700 brands from over 75 countries, highlighting the
latest innovations in Pro AV products and solutions.

The launch event of SATExpo Middle East 2025 welcomes industry giants like Intelsat (USA),
Arabsat (KSA), Nilesat (Egypt), Eutelsat (France), Eshailsat (Qatar), Gulfsat (Kuwait), and Neo
Space Group (KSA), while the conference segment, the SATExpo Summit, features
distinguished figures including Prof. Dr. Klaus Schilling, who will be delivering a keynote
presentation on space industry responsibility in Earth observation; and Prof. Sherif Sedky, CEO
of the Egyptian Space Agency (EgSA) and Chair of the 67th Session of UN COPUOS, who will
take part in an inspiring fireside chat to highlight the role of space agencies in empowering
SMEs and promoting inclusivity within the space sector.

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