Date: 22-25 May 2008
Venue: WTC Exhibition Center Kayseri - Turkey
 
Index of Exhibits:
 
Glass and Transparent Elements - Facade and Roof Coverings - Door Systems and Accessories - Window Systems and Accessories - Profiles - Shutters, Blinds and Shades - Suspended Ceiling Systems and Accessories - Paint Varnish - Partition Walls - Ready Mixed - Mortar and Plasters - Heat, Water, Sound, Fire Proofing - H.V.A.C. - Building Chemicals – Adhesives and Bindings - Conveying Systems (Escalators, Elevators etc) - Computer Software - Electricity-Lighting - Security System and Building Automation - Design Services Real Estate Marketing - Signage and Display Elements - Fixing Fitting Elements - Concrete Reinforcement and Equipment - Pipes and Fittings - Landscaping - Energy - Wall Blocks and Elements - Scaffolding Formwork and Equipment - Construction Machinery and Hand Tools - Prefabricated Elements and Accessories - Installation Equipment - Water Treatment Systems - Bathroom-Kitchen Equipment - Indoor Furnishing and Equipment - Wall and Floor Coverings - Sauna and Swimming Pools - Structural Steel Elements and Accessories - Non-Governmental Organizations - Universities/Associations - Publishing Companies
 
Rates: 150 Euro/Sqm for Standard Booth Package - 140 Euro/Sqm for Bare Space
 
Organizer: Turks Internationals Ltd
 
Evaluation of Turkish Construction Industry:
 
In 2006, Turkish construction industry has beaten the record of growth. The percentage of growth in 2006 was actually 21.5 % which made Turkish construction industry the most growing industry of 2006. The growth of the industry continued in 2007 and the ratio of 2007's first half growth to 2006's first half was 19.3 %. With this rate, construction was the number one among all industries of Turkey when growing rate is considered.
 
Investment on residence was 60 % of total constructional investments and the percentage of investments on substructure and investments on building excluding residences are 20 % and 20 % respectively.
 
When Investments made considered 2006 was the year which both private and public sector had a growth:
 
The share of constructional production value in Turkish economy is 9 % and when products/services related to construction industry (i.e. cement, glass, iron-steel, plastics, chemicals, ceramic, wood, banks, insurance, consultancy, architecture, engineering) are considered, the share of construction industry becomes 30 % of GNP.  When the GNP in 2006 was considered to be USD 360 Million, the importance of construction industry for Turkey becomes evident. In addition, 11.7 % of total Turkey's export in constructional materials (such as cement, iron-steel, ceramic, glass etc) and Turkey is one of the leading players in the world at those products.
 
About Kayseri:
 
Thanks to its geographical location, Kayseri, being located on the ancient Great Silk Road, is an important location for the trade between Turkey, the Balkans and the Middle East Countries. Not only its geographical location but also the essential infrastructure it has, makes Kayseri the ideal place to organize such an important event which will provide new business opportunities to its trade visitors from Turkey, the Balkans, Middle East and the Former Russian states. In addition, through the seminars and panels which will take place currently to KAY-YAPI '08 the attendees will be informed about the latest technologies and innovations at the construction industry.
 
About Kayseri World Trade Center Exhibition Center:
 
Kayseri WTC Exhibition Center, being the newest exhibition center of Kayseri with its indoor area of 13, 500 Sqm, will be the venue for KAY - YAPI '08. Thanks to its proximity to the city center and being 2 km far away from the airport, makes it easier for visitors to reach the exhibition center.
 
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