New for Dubai Airshow 2023 
On behalf of the Dubai Airshow team, BLG Event Management will be overseeing the indoor space only stand review process.  This independent review process has a set fee of US$250 per stand for non-complex stands and US$700 for complex stands over 4m height.  

Stand review process carried out by BLG:
• Collate stand designs via portal
• Review stands
• Review structural calculations (where applicable)
• Liaise with the venue for approval
• Grant permission to build certificate - (subject to all review fees being paid)
 

TAKE NOTE OF YOUR STAND LOCATION BEFORE READING THE BELOW GUIDELINES

Space Only - Indoor (Exhibition Hall)
You will be expected to produce a professionally built custom stand with a high level of finish and safety compliance and one that is in line with the high-quality, professional nature of the event

Permission to Build is only an authorisation to start building the stand - regular checks will be made on each stand to ensure the appropriate use of materials, structural integrity, etc. If our safety advisors are concerned about the above in any way, we reserve absolute right to terminate any stand construction. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT IT IS NOT ALLOWED TO FIX YOUR BACK WALLS INTO NEIGHBOURING STAND WALLS 

It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to examine the area and site allocated to them in order to avoid costly adjustments to stand structures. Where possible the Organisers will provide on request detailed stand plots indicating the position of service ducts and pillars. Minor obstructions or height restrictions cannot always be indicated on the plans of the exhibition.

Stand fitting regulations contained within this section must be observed when planning stand design and layout.

Double Storey Stands
Double Story stand must be booked and paid for directly with the relevant Sales Manager. No foundations may be drilled into the floor and suitable anchorage must be installed. Double storey stands are only permitted on island sites.

All two storey stands are classified as complex structures and must abide by the same regulations. 

All stand designs will be subject to the resident engineer’s inspection with an administration fee of USD$ 700 for double decker stands.

Complex Structures 
A complex structure is any form of construction of any height, which would normally be designed by an engineer and/or has, through a risk assessment, been found to provide significant risk.  Structures that are 4 metres in height or above, multi-level stands, raised platforms and all suspended items are considered to be complex structures. 

All stand designs will be subject to the resident & independent engineer’s inspection with an administration fee of USD$700 for all complex stands.

All complex structures are subject to a pre-show plan approval and on-site inspection by our structural engineers.

Please note permission to enter the exhibition premises and commence construction will not be permitted without the full approval of the structural engineer and receipt of signed contractors undertaking form. 

Stand build progress will be monitored continually by on-site health & safety officers who reserve the right to halt stand build progress should any issues arise. The Organisers reserve the right to deny access and prevent work being carried out by, or on behalf of, any exhibitor who has not submitted stand design drawings in accordance with these regulations.

Click to view the Space Only Rules & Guidelines that contains detailed information of the following:
• Aisles & Gangways 
• Alterations to stand structures in non-compliance with regulations
• Demonstrations
• Doors / Windows / Storage Rooms / Meeting Rooms
• Enclosed Stands
• Fabrics Used In Displays  
• Fire Appliances and Information
• Flooring
• Floor Loading Restrictions
• Floor Markings
• Height Restrictions
• Hot-Working (Grinding & Welding)
• Late Working (Extra Build Up Hours)
• LPG - Liquefied Petroleum Gases (Propane, Butane, etc.)
• Maintenance
• Open Flames
• Organisers’ Right to Change Stands and Floor Plan Layout
• PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) Requirements
• Signage
• Structural Performance Specifications
• Walling
• Working at Height
• Work Equipment and Tools
• Vehicles (Exhibits & Displays)
 

Space Only - AAM Pavilion 
The guidelines for stand build in the AAM Pavilion remain the same as above, but as this is a temporary structure some additional rulings have been put in place. Please see these below:

• Stand Build Height: 4m
• No double decker stands
• Hanging banners or elements are not permitted
• 300kg/sqm floor loading
• Forklift or heavy moving equipment is not permitted within the temporary structure
   

Indoor Stand Submission for review
All stand plans need prior review. Please upload the following documentation as part of your submission:
• Heights of structure.
• Widths of structure. 
• Lengths of structure.  
• Full final visuals of structure/stand.
• Staircase details including hand rails ( Double Deck Stands)
• Risk Assessment (RA) & Method Statement (MS)
• Contractor details form 
• Contractors Insurance PLI (Public Liability Insurance) copy to the value of USD2,000,000.
• Details of any exhibits with moving parts, together with how they are to be guarded against causing injury.
• STAAD files to accompany the steel work frame structure. (Double Deck Stands) 
• Full Structural Calculations: load bearings, beams & columns working to the venue codes in Structural Calculation/ Performance Specifications for complex stands section. (Double Deck Stands)

Access to the venue: Contractors are not permitted to park in the visitor parking. Contractor vehicles must be removed from site or must purchase contractor parking passes. 

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