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Dubai Helicopter show 2012 to be held in November in Meydan

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The Domus Group, international exhibition specialist, announced the dates of the awaited 5th edition of the International Helicopter Technology & Operations Exhibition, known as Dubai Helishow 2012- the Middle East's one and only elite trade exhibition for all key players in the helicopter industry.

The show will be held under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai on the 6th to 8th November 2012 at its new venue, the Grand Stand, Meydan Hotel, Meydan Racecourse, Dubai.

The Helishow is the industry's third largest exhibition in the world after Heli Expo-USA, and Helitech-UK. With the presence of key helicopter industry manufacturers and suppliers from the region and worldwide, the International Helicopter Technology and Operations Exhibition will highlight the achievements and advancement of helicopter technologies and services. This year's show will address the specific requirements in the Middle East region. More than 85 exhibitors have confirmed their participation to date. Exhibitors will display latest product offerings and developed technological solutions for use within the Commercial, Military, Air Medical & Rescue and Civil Defense sectors.

The show will host two ground breaking conferences to be organized by Tangent Link, an Aerospace, Defense and Securities international conference organizer. The conferences will focus on different inland and offshore emergencies and security issues pertinent to the Middle East.

Day one conference titled "High-Rise Firefighting & Rescue" will look at the international emergency services first responders, civil and government helicopter operators, helicopter and firefighting equipment manufacturers in the event of fires in High-Rise and Mega-Buildings. It will also discuss the solutions, tactics, technologies and the systems explored along with introducing new ideas to help meet the increasing requirements of specialist fire protection and rescue field. Day two conference titled "Heli-borne Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR)" will discuss how effectively manned and unmanned air assets are operated in the airborne ISR solutions role.

Commenting on their participation, Joe Garland, Vice President of International Business Development for Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, said "For the Dubai Helishow2012, Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control will feature several of its internationally fielded Precision Engagement, Fire Control and Situation Awareness systems and solutions. These include the HELLFIRE and DAGR missiles, Arrowhead, LONGBOW Fire Control Radar and LONGBOW UTA, VUIT, VN sight, TSS and the Gyrocam sensor suite," he added: "Lockheed Martin's Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) business develops manufactures and supports advanced combat, missile, rocket and space systems for military customers that include the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and dozens of foreign nations. MFC also offers products and services for the global civil nuclear power industry, as well as for the military/civilian energy markets."

As one of the key exhibitors, Mr. Mohammed Al Mohannadi, CEO of Gulf Helicopters, Qatar sated "Gulf Helicopters is satisfied with its previous participations in the Dubai Helishow, which was a good chance for the company to meet with work associates and discuss future mutual benefits. I am pleased to announce that the company will be attending the Dubai Helishow 2012, to benefit from this international gathering of the world's key players in the Helicopter field."

"Our vision is to contribute to the development of the helicopter industry and its associated trade in the Middle East region through bringing together the leading key industry suppliers and distributors worldwide. We were pleased by the achievements and business deals accomplished through the last Helishow and we are expecting an expansion in both the participation of the exhibitors and visitors for this year," said Abdulla A. Abulhoul Director of Dubai Helishow at The Domus Group. "The trade show is the perfect setting for networking and conducting business deals for helicopters and its associated products from direct suppliers," Abulhoul added.

Dubai Helishow 2010 was of a huge interest to senior level buyers, VIP's and VVIPS visitors worldwide as exhibitors showcased the latest products, technological solutions and services in the industry. Key exhibitors were Hawker Pacific Airservices, Sikorsky Aircraft, L-3 Wescam, Russian Helicopters, Abu Dhabi Aviation and Emirates CAE Flight Training. The show has also embraced the signing of a multimillion dollar deal between the UAE Airforce and Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation where UAE Air forces took a delivery of 60 "Blackhawk Utility Helicopters".

Dubai Helishow 2010 hosted several discussion groups and presentations. A discussion panel led by MedEvac Foundation International tackled the advancement of medical transport and the role of air rescue helicopters in saving people's lives. Abu Dhabi Aviation led another session which looked at the advancements in Emergency Medical Services utilizing air ambulances within the region and the deployment of their simulation centre in Saudi Arabia.

The Dubai Helishow provides the perfect platform for networking with fellow industry specialists and opens up chances to interact with various potential customers from the commercial, military and civil defense authorities in the region. It facilitates the trading process of helicopters and its associated products and services.