Smart Manufacturing, Sustainable Construction Take Centre Stage at Project Qatar 2025

Doha, Qatar: The 21st edition of the Project Qatar 2025 began yesterday, under the theme ‘Innovation & Sustainability: Qatar’s Path to 2030,’ with the participation of 200 local and international companies.

The country’s longest running international trade exhibition is taking place until May 29, under the patronage of the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani. 

The opening ceremony witnessed a large turnout and was attended by a distinguished group of dignitaries, official delegations including Sheikh Mohammed bin Faisal Al Thani, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Aamal Company and Vice Chairman of Al Faisal Holding, as well as H E Hernán Lombardi, Minister of Economic Development of the Government of the City of Buenos Aires, alongside ambassadors from the participating countries.

The exhibition is organised by IFP Qatar with the support of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and in partnership with the Public Works Authority (Ashghal).

Under the umbrella of Qatar’s Years of Culture initiative, on the international front this year, Argentina Republic is participating as the country of honour. Launched in 2012 by H E Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Years of Culture initiative reflects

Qatar’s strategic vision to foster intercultural dialogue, promote peace, and deepen mutual understanding through cultural collaboration. 

Regarding Argentina’s participation, H E Hernán Lombardi, Minister of Economic Development of the Government of the City of Buenos Aires, which is leading the delegation, said “Argentina is participating with a delegation of emerging tech companies in search of exciting opportunities for cooperation, not only in culture but also across the economy, trade, and investment. These initiatives will further strengthen ties between Qatar and Argentina, fostering deeper connections between our nations and people.”

Commenting on the event, Haidar Mshaimesh, General Manager of IFP Qatar, said “Qatar’s construction market is entering a new era, driven by the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030. This phase shifts the focus toward the development of the country’s industrial and social infrastructure, while integrating advanced technologies and smart city solutions into the sector.” 

For the past two decades, Project Qatar has kept pace with market demands and trends. Building on its rich legacy and established position, the exhibition is poised to lead this new phase in the Qatari market, continuing to play a pioneering role in facilitating trade exchange between Qatar and the rest of the world.

Mshaimesh added, the exhibition’s evolving composition has kept pace with shifts in the construction industry and broader economic trends; while it once primarily attracted companies linked to construction and building materials, over the past 20 years it has expanded to incorporate sectors tied to advanced technology, sustainable solutions, and smart manufacturing practices.

This year, Project Qatar is also hosting this year the Nile Property Expo, the most prominent international real estate investment exhibition focused on the Egyptian market that is held annually outside Egypt. This year marks the 15th edition of the expo, making its debut in Doha. 

Dr. Bassem Kalila, Chairman of Expo Republic, the organising company, said, “The company adopts a global marketing strategy to highlight major opportunities and key projects in the Egyptian market. During the Nile Property Expo, several flagship developments will be promoted, including the New Administrative Capital, the largest regional business hub in North Africa and the Middle East, and New Alamein, set to become Egypt’s premier investment destination, as well as projects in Mostakbal City in New Cairo and developments along the North Coast.” 

This year’s edition features a dedicated ‘Qatar Smart Manufacturing Exhibition,’ which serves as a platform for showcasing cutting-edge Industry 4.0 (4IR) technologies, supporting the Qatar National Manufacturing Strategy 2024–2030, aimed at localising manufacturing, enhancing self-sufficiency, and attracting global industrial partnerships. 

Exhibitors showcased innovations in automation, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), smart logistics, sustainable production systems, and digital industrial transformation, all contributing to Qatar’s ambition to strengthen its local manufacturing sector and integrate advanced technology across industrial projects in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.

The exhibition presents a comprehensive and dynamic conference agenda spanning four days. The program included a diverse lineup of interventions, panel discussions, and workshops, bringing together over 70 experts and speakers from both the public and private sectors.