Second Iran Expo 2017 Exhibition

Comprehensive report of the second international exhibition of export capabilities of the Islamic Republic of Iran

Second Iran Expo 2017 Poster

Second Iran Expo Exhibition (IRANEXPO 2017)

Date of Exhibition:
October 31 - November 3, 2017
Exhibition Location:
Tehran Shahr-e Aftab International Exhibition Center
International Presence:
573 merchants from 48 countries
Slogan:
Resistance Economy, Production, and Employment

Consolidating the Path of Non-Oil Export Development

The second Iran Expo exhibition was held in 2017, with the slogan Resistance Economy, Production, and Employment and following the successes of the first edition, with the aim of consolidating and developing previous achievements. This event was a major step towards becoming a sustainable platform for introducing Iran's production and export capabilities at the international level.

Iran Expo 2017 Exhibition
Iran Expo 2017 Exhibition
Iran Expo 2017 Exhibition
Iran Expo 2017 Exhibition

Macro Statistics of the Exhibition

240

Exporting Companies

573

Foreign Merchants

48

Countries

173

B2B Meetings

Widespread Support from Sponsoring Institutions

This edition was accompanied by unprecedented support from 19 supporting and spiritual institutions and bodies:

The Parliamentary Faction for the Support of Non-Oil Export Development

Ministry of Industry, Mine, and Trade

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Export Development Bank

Export Guarantee Fund of Iran

Iran and Tehran Chamber of Commerce

Commodity Groups and Participants

12 Commodity Groups Present
Commodity Group Number of Companies
Food Industry 35
Agriculture 28
Petrochemicals 26
Automobiles and Parts 24
Construction Industry 22
Medical Equipment 20
Home Appliances 19
Mining 18
Carpets and Textiles 17
Handicrafts 16
Cellulosic Health Products 9
Wood Industry 6
Total 240

B2B Meetings and Achievements

B2B Meetings

15 Dedicated Meeting Rooms

Contracts

A wide range of Memoranda of Understanding and commercial contracts

Active Countries in Negotiations:

India, Russia, Iraq, Afghanistan, Turkey, Pakistan

Specialized Conference of Iran and Russia

  • Examining commercial potentials
  • Harmonizing laws and standards
  • Facilitating transport and preferential exemptions
  • Establishing a joint Iran-Russia fund

Opening Ceremony

Official Opening Ceremony of Iran Expo 2017

Speakers:

  • Head of the Organizing Committee
    In the Name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful
    Honorable attendees and dear guests,
    On behalf of the Iran Expo Organizing Committee, we welcome all respected invitees, especially more than 530 traders from 43 countries.
    With the participation of 312 domestic companies and the planning of over 170 B2B meetings, this edition provides a unique opportunity to develop commercial cooperation and showcase Iran's export capabilities internationally.
    We hope this event will be an effective step towards realizing the Resistance Economy and deepening economic relations with partner countries.
    Thank you for your presence.

Conclusion: A Major Step Towards Consolidation

Key Achievements of the Exhibition

The second Iran Expo exhibition, by attracting 573 traders from 48 countries and holding 173 B2B meetings which led to the conclusion of over 100 contracts, clearly demonstrated that this event is on the right track for consolidation and development.

National Platform for Export Development

Transformation into the national platform for non-oil export development

Strengthening Economic Diplomacy

Establishing a direct link between domestic producers and global markets