Comprehensive report on the performance of the Islamic Republic of Iran International Exhibitions Joint Stock Company during the 14th government period

Introduction

Exhibition News – The performance of the international exhibitions industry, as a bridge for trade development, technology transfer , and deepening economic relations, plays a key role in achieving the macro-economic goals of the Islamic Republic of Iran, especially the development of non-oil exports . This report is a review of the most important activities and achievements of this Tehran International Exhibitions Joint Stock Company in fulfilling this important responsibility.

Part One: Main and Core Function

1. Holding international specialized exhibitions

• Number of events:  Holding  66 international specialized exhibitions .

• Exhibition space:  1,534,000  square meters  of exhibition space.

• Amount of domestic and foreign participation:

  • 15,629 domestic companies

  • 2,838 foreign companies

• Areas covered:  These exhibitions covered a wide range of industries, including:

  • Oil, gas, petrochemicals and renewable energies

  • Construction industry and related materials

  • Food, beverage and related industries

  • Cosmetic, health and medical industries

  • Textile, clothing and furniture industries

  • Information and Communication Technology

  • Automobile and related industries

  • Mining, metallurgy and mineral industries

  • Agriculture and water

  • Tourism and handicrafts

2. Hosting events and visitors

• Hosting trade delegations:  Receiving and hosting  644  foreign and domestic trade delegations .

• Holding side events:  Organizing  794  side events in the fields of business, culture, and art.

• Visitor attraction:  Welcoming over  1,000,000 visitors  to exhibitions.

Performance and achievements of the Islamic Republic of Iran International Exhibitions Joint Stock Company during the 14th government 

Part Two: Developing International Interactions and Presence

1. Active participation in foreign exhibitions

The Islamic Republic of Iran participated in six prestigious international exhibitions by setting up a national pavilion:

• Moscow Food and Beverage Exhibition (Prodexpo)

• China Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai

• Moscow Construction Industry Exhibition (MosBuild)

• Solar Energy Exhibition Istanbul (SolarEX Istanbul)

• Anuga Food Tec in Mumbai

2. Conclusion of cooperation agreements

Signing  8 memorandums of understanding  with domestic and international institutions:

• Domestic institutions:  Iran Mining House, Iran Telecommunications Company, Mashhad Exhibition Center, Institute of Business Studies and Research.

• International institutions:  Exhibition centers of Russia, Senegal, Serbia, and Kazakhstan.

3. Exhibition diplomacy

Holding high-level meetings and consultations with:

• World Federation of Exhibitions (UFI)

• World Bureau of Exhibitions (BIE)

• Ambassadors and exhibition officials from various countries, including Russia, Iraq, Spain, Türkiye, and Senegal.

Performance and achievements of the Islamic Republic of Iran International Exhibitions Joint Stock Company during the 14th government

Section Three: Infrastructure and Renovation Projects

In order to improve the quality of services and international standards,  15 major construction projects  were completed:

1. Safety and support projects

• Replacing high voltage power cables throughout the complex

• Construction of a 2,500 cubic meter emergency drinking water tank

2. Renovation and optimization projects

• Renovation and renovation of exhibition halls (including the modern Isfahan Hall according to international standards)

• Implementing a reengineering plan for environmental advertising

• Asphalting, marking, and painting the area

3. Green technology and energy projects

• Construction of a solar power plant

• Equipping halls with high-speed internet

• Implementing lighting with solar panels

Part Four: Social Responsibilities and Production Support

1. Supporting innovative businesses

• Allocation of special spaces with facilitated conditions for knowledge-based companies

• Collaboration with accelerators and startups

2. Playing a role in economic development

• Creating a platform to improve the situation of producers and facilitate the commercialization of products

Section Five: Outlook and Future Plans

The company’s strategic plans for the future will focus on the following areas:

1. Developing global markets

• Focusing on the markets of neighboring countries and members of the Eurasian Economic Union

• Strong presence at Belgrade Expo

2. Improving the quality of exhibitions

• Improving the quantitative and qualitative standards of domestic exhibitions

• Increasing the share of knowledge-based exhibitions

3. Infrastructure development and access

• Serious pursuit of connecting Tehran International Exhibition to the metro network

• Developing a roadmap for the development of the country’s exhibition industry

Final conclusion

The performance of the International Exhibitions Joint Stock Company in the 14th government demonstrates a firm determination to transform Iran into  the exhibition hub of the region  . These successes have been achieved through active diplomacy, infrastructure development, holding influential events, and supporting domestic production, and its role in the country’s economic development is increasing day by day. Future plans also promise a continuation of this development-oriented path.