West & Central Africa's Leading Platform for Wood and Forestry Transformation 24 - 26 June 2019 - Gabon Wood Show
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G A B O N
W EST & CENT RA L
A F R I C A
West & Central Africa’s Leading Platform
for Wood and Forestry Transformation
24 - 26 June 2019
Libreville, Gabon
www.gabonwoodshow.com
In the Heart WELCOME TO THE
of Africa GABON WOODSHOW
Gabon Wood, Woodworking & Forestry Show 2019
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offers you the chance to meet wood, woodworking and
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Exhibitors
Participating
forestry professionals, develop ideas for increasing the
range and quality of your business, and learn new
techniques and sources of supply. It is a quest to be the
Countries
best platform for creative ideas and new technologies, and
showcase innovative resources that would lead to
lucrative transactions.
2863 Gabon is a bustling business hub with rapid development
and expansion. It is the ideal place for the global wood
Visitors industry to meet. The exhibition would display the latest
products and innovations in the wood and forestry industry
in the region.
Gabon has an ambitious vision in the forest-wood sector by 2025:
The wood sector has undergone a significant evolution in the last years and helped in the creation of more
than 13,000 job opportunities .The development of Gabon is effectively linked to the sustainable
development of the wood sector on several levels. Consequently, it is mandatory to have a rational
management strategy to make the sector more developed and profitable.
In this direction, Gabon WoodShow, which is initiative of many partnerships, aims to make Gabon the world
leader and first destination of certified tropical timber, driven by an innovative industry, fully valuing the forest
under sustainable management.
H.E Ali Bongo Ondimba
President of Gabon
WOODWORKING VALUE CHAIN
INDUSTRIAL
ROUNDWOOD
FUELWOOD
LOGS
PRIMARY
PROCESSING
SAWN TIMBER VENEER
SECONDARY
PROCESSING & RECOVERED
MANUFACTURING WOOD
TIMBER TRADE IN WEST
AND CENTRAL AFRICA
The West and Central Africa sub-region is an important
producer of wood products, although production is
dominated by industrial round wood and primary
processing (mainly the production of sawn wood and
wood-based panels). Historically, countries in the
sub-region have been log exporters.
Timber trade in the West and Central Africa sub-region is influenced by local, regional and overseas demands,
with Europe being an important market for the major producing countries in the region. Much of the demand for
wood product in the region is for rough-sawn and low-grade timber used in construction and joinery with
regional markets.
2 nd largest mass of tropical rainforests in the world
230 million hectares of forest covering six African countries: Gabon, Cameroon, Central African Republic,
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Equatorial Guinea, and Republic of Congo.
+ 100 species of trees: okoumé (Aucoumea klaineana), sapelli (Entandrophragma cylindricum), ayous
(Triplochiton scleroxylon), limba (Terminalia superba), and moabi (Baillonella toxisperma), ebony, Wengue
More than 16 million m2 of roundwood production / year.
Exports to countries of the European Union, China and the USA.
Increasing intra-regional demand for wood products (building materials, furniture, ...) resulting from high
population growth, increasing urbanization and the development of middle class.
+ 450 million inhabitants.
10 REASONS TO PARTICIPATE
1 Get special brand recognition and promote through a major regional and international marketing
campaign.
2 Learn about the latest industry trends, technologies and innovative products interacting with industry
specialists.
3 Make new contacts and expand the reach of your business by meeting important business partners
(suppliers, manufacturers, trade associations and institutions).
4 Benefit from an international and regional marketing campaign for your company brand.
5 A good opportunity to conclude business in the field with serious buyers.
6 Gabon enjoys a strategic geographic position in Central Africa, acting as a gateway to a regional market
of more than 250 million consumers.
7 The Gabonese government plans to rely on its socio-political stability to become an emerging country
by 2025.
8 All the necessary facilities are present, including hotels, public transport, and an international airport.
9 Easy application and approval of online visas.
10 Get closer to the main visitors of the wood industry with purchasing power.
Post Show Review
Gabon WoodShow 2018
The inaugural edition of the Gabon WoodShow had a successful run from 20 – 22 June, 2018 at Jardin
Botanique, Libreville, Gabon. It was the only event in West and Central Africa that caters to the wood
sector, which aims to highlight the potential and dynamism of the timber industry in the sub-region.
Thousands of visitors from more than 40 countries visited the show, which includes all government
officials, senior management and decision makers from wood, woodworking machinery and forestry
sector.
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Exhibitors Visitors Participating
Countries
Top 5 Top 10
Visiting Sectors Visiting Countries
Gabon
Furniture
Italy
Manufacturers
Cameroon India
Saw Millers
Plywood & Particle Board
Morocco
Manufacturers and Traders China
Construction Company
France Equatorial Guinea
Forestry Officials
Nigeria Ivory Coast
His Excellency Ali Bongo Ondimba, President of Gabon, officially inaugurated the event along with other ministers. Important regional and international associations such as the Gabon Government, Ministry of Forests Environment and Sustainable Development, the Forestry Commission for Central African States – COMIFAC, Agence Nationale De Promotion Des Investissements Du Gabon – ANPI-Gabon, Gabon Special Economic Zone (GSEZ), Eumabois (European Federation of Woodworking Machinery Manufacturers), ATIBT, UFIGA, RAFM (Reseau Africain de Forets Modeles), Acimall (Italy), AIMSAD (Turkey), and China National Forestry Machinery Association (CNFMA), officially supported and participated in the three-day exhibition.
African Timber Forum African Timber Forum, which is an initiative of the Ministry of Forests Environment and Sustainable Development, was also held in partnership with the Forestry Commission for Central African States – COMIFAC. It discussed the future of African wood processing industry by 2030 that aims to analyze the options for developing a profitable, waste-free, carbon-efficient and socially inclusive African wood processing industry. Racewood The Racewood Technical Conference organized by Atibt in collaboration with UFIGA was hosted within the Gabon WoodShow. The symposium deliberated wood market certification and legality, wood and logistics strategy, strategies for sustainable development and product improvement and scale of manufactured products along with the state-of-the-art techniques.
EXHIBITION KEY FEATURES
First Wood, Woodworking Machinery & Forestry Equipment specialized exhibition in West and
Central Africa
Exhibition venue to be located in the heart of Capital City of Libreville
Total space of 5000 m2 for the first edition
Expecting 5000+ professional visitors
International Exhibition
Gathers wood, woodworking machinery and forestry professionals from 40+ countries to showcase their
offerings.
Technical Conference
Facilitates discussions and exchanges of ideas, trends and information on the latest advances in the wood
and furniture industry, the challenges of profound transformation of the African timber industry and
development of a continental market for wood and wood products.
Woodworking Startup
Offers extensive exposure to budding woodworking entrepreneurs to boost their business.
Online & Onsite Business Matchmaking
Allows online networking through a virtual platform which materialises to face to face interactions with over
5000+ participants during the event.
Gala Dinner
Top-notch industry names mark their presence in an evening filled with fine food and music enjoying the
African atmosphere. The core focus is to enhance networking within the global wood industry.
EXHIBITORS PROFILE
Forestry Machines, Trucks Finishing and Fittings
Timber Transport and other Vehicles Furniture Manufacturers
Cropping and Harvesting Machines Paints, Adhesives and Glues
Saw Millers Associations and Governmental Entities
Hardwood and Softwood Wood Energy
Flooring, Plywood and Veneer Software
MDF, Laminates and Boards Forestry training, Education,
Information & Consulting services
Woodworking machinery and tools Trade publishers
Wood Suppliers Trade press and Specialized Literature
Associations and Non-governmental entities Start-up
International Departments and Institutions Exporters and importers
Certification Bodies Small and Medium Enterprises
VISITORS PROFILE
Furniture Manufacturers Education & Training Institutes
Saw Millers Hardware Distributors, Dealers and
Manufacturers
Plywood & Particle Board Manufacturers
Industry Associations
and Traders
Architects Manufacturers of Wood-based Articles
Builders & Developers Manufacturers, Distributors &
Dealers of Furniture Fittings
Consultants Packaging Industry
Construction Company Exporters & Importers
Forestry Officials Wood Workers, Craftsmen
Research Organizations Media & Marketing
MAKE A SMART MOVE
Regional market of 50 Million
consumers (CEMAC ).
ULTRA-MODERN & EFFICIENT INFRASTRUCTURE
IN AFRICA Effective logistic facilities.
It is beside the cosmopolitan capital Libreville, and entirely
dedicated to business, where your company will grow and
Flexible labor code and
thrive.
established legal framework
80 companies, domestic and international, have already (law 010/2011).
settled in Nkok SEZ.
Main sectors in which companies have invested: timber, Reliable and subsidize energy
metallurgy, recycling, civil engineering and construction, source and water.
pharmaceutical and cosmetics, IT & telecomunications,
hydrocarbon, finance, tertiary services and many more.
INCENTIVES FOR INVESTORS Tax exemption and other fiscal
incentives.
The Gabonese Government has granted fiscal incentives
and a favourable legal framework for units settling in the
SEZ. Multi-sectorial with industrial,
residential & commercial areas.
0% Corporate income tax for the first ten years
0% Customs duty on import of equipment and
machinery for industries
1 Single Window Clearance Authority
No restriction on repatriation of profits out of Gabon POSITIONING AND
ACCESS ROADS
GSEZ SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE At 27km from the capital city of Libreville,
the 1,126 ha multi-sectorial Special Economic
A 1226 HA Multi-sectoral industrial park for economic Zone (SEZ) of NKOK is perfectly located,
development especially for our customers receiving raw
material from inside the country.
GSEZ provides investors with industrial plots (on
freehold basis as well as rent) and they can rely on The zone developed 1,093 ha in 2 phases:
world-class industrial infrastructure provided at Nkok SEZ. Phase 1: 591 ha and Phase 2: 502 ha.
Approach
Marketing
POWER OPTIMUM
BRANDING DIGITAL ADVERTISING
Onsite promotional branding Over 300,000 personalized e-shots
3 Days Exhibition Online presence on over 60 Local and
Personal Invitations to VIPs and Government International Web Portals
Officials Social Media connectivity through various
platforms
HOSTED BUYERS NETWORKING
NETWORKING RECEPTION
One-to-One Interviews Enjoy extended networking with the top buyers
Dedicated networking events from Africa
Prestigious Networking Reception to be
organized for all exhibitors
OFFLINE A Comprehensive
ADVERTISING International & Regional
100 radio spots across the West Africa PR Campaign value worth
SMS to targeted trade professionals $3 Million
PRINT PUBLICITY
over Over
50 9 20,000
Specialist Trade & Daily Newspapers Visitor invites
Business Magazines across West & via post
Central AfricaSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsoring Gabon WoodShow 2019 provides you
with an utmost opportunity to increase your
company’s business scope and ensure increased
visibility before, during and after the show.
Gabon WoodShow offers flexible, tailored packages
to suit your needs – making sure you achieve your
specific goals and the exposure you are looking for.
Contact the organizing team for information and a
tailor made proposal matching your requirements.
Advertising on Promotional Items
Lanyards
Sold as a collective package and a very effective form of sponsorship, this is a
premium option to gain additional, long term exposure in the market place.
Every visitor, exhibitor and media representative will be given a lanyard upon
registration at the exhibition and conference/seminar.
Badges
Promote your brand, drive traffic to your booth and create a lasting impression on the
one items you know everyone will be wearing at the exhibition.
Visitor Welcome Bag
This represents a high profile sponsorship opportunity. It will be highly visible and
practical, with a life span beyond the event itself. Bags will be handed out to all visitors
at the registration desks located at all hall entrances.
Digital Sponsor
• Promote your brand via online platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn.
• Reach over 100,000 industry professionals through a comprehensive email
marketing campaign.
Registration Sponsor
• Company branding on the GWS visitor registration desks at all 4 hall entrances.
• Logo on the computers at GWS registration desks; these computers will be seen
by all visitors when registering.
• Logo on the GWS pre-registration confirmation and follow up e-mails.
• Logo on the GWS registration forms to be filled in by all onsite visitors.
• Your logo together with GWS logo on pens handed out at all registration counters
and available to all visitors when filling in the registration forms.PARTNERS AND SUPPORTERS
Supporters
Ministère des Forets,
de l’Environnement et
du Développement Durable
Gabon Government
Technical Conference
Forum Africain
du Bois
Partners and Associations
CONTACTS
Head Office
Strategic Marketing & Exhibitions
P.O.Box 10161, 908, Apricot Tower, Silicon Oasis
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
info@gabonwoodshow.com
+971 4 39 23232
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