The 31st edition of CABSAT hosts 700+ brands and attracts more than 18,000 visitors
IntegrateME returns for a third year, bringing together 750+ marques from the Pro AV industry
SATExpo’s premier edition unites 140+ exhibiting brands and 8,000 space sector professionals
Three powerhouse events—CABSAT, Integrate Middle East (Integrate ME), and the inaugural SATExpo Middle East—kick off today (May 13) at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), uniting global innovators across media, broadcast, satellite, and Pro AV to shape tomorrow’s digital landscape.
Taking place from May 13 to May 15, the 31st edition of CABSAT hosts over 700 brands from the media, technology, and entertainment industry, with dedicated international pavilions—including China, France, and Germany—spotlighting the latest advancements in broadcast and communications.
CABSAT 2025 features:
- Content Congress: High-stakes debates on AI’s ethical impact, AR/VR storytelling, and the $100B+ creator economy.
- Co-Production Salon: Exclusive pitch forum connecting MENA content producers with regional giant production houses, OTT platforms, TV networks, and content investors.
- Studio City Tour: Behind-the-scenes access to futuristic production tech, including the Middle East’s only deep-water filming tank.
- CABSAT TV & Podcast: Live coverage and expert interviews from the floor.
The three-day event attracts more than 18,000 visitors and serves as a pivotal destination to foster collaborations and explore the latest industry trends.
Reinforcing this vision, Panasonic—a cornerstone exhibitor—highlights its role in driving the event’s collaborative spirit and technological ambitions.
Carl Pocknell, Division Head & General Manager – System Solutions & Communications Division, says:
“Panasonic is proud to return to CABSAT, reinforcing our commitment to innovation in entertainment and technology. As a leading exhibitor, we continue to deliver cutting-edge solutions that empower content creators and industry professionals to push creative boundaries. CABSAT serves as a strategic platform to showcase our latest advancements in Broadcast and Projector technology, fostering meaningful collaborations and shaping the future of the industry.”
Co-located with CABSAT, Integrate Middle East returns to highlight Pro AV’s role in reshaping retail, entertainment, and enterprise engagement, with 700+ brands combining the latest digital signage, interactive displays, control systems, spatial audio, and live event technologies. The event connects 10,000 visiting Pro AV innovators and buyers with the MEASA region’s booming markets.
Alison Pei, Commercial Manager at NEEWER, states: “Integrate Middle East has rapidly become a key platform for showcasing innovation in the AV and media space. At NEEWER, we are proud to contribute to this transformation by presenting our latest advancements in photography, live streaming and video technology. This exhibition offers the perfect opportunity to highlight how we have built a fully integrated ecosystem that seamlessly integrates social, commercial and creative solutions for content creation.”
SATExpo 2025 Debut Edition:
- 15 international SATCOM market top players – including E’shailsat, Intersputnik, and Eutelsat – and over 8,000 industry professionals
- SATExpo Summit 2025 brings together industry leaders, technology experts, and policymakers
- Highlights include a keynote by Prof. Dr. Klaus Schilling, exploring pioneering satellite missions and ethical imperatives for interplanetary tech, plus a Fireside Chat with Prof. Sherif Sedky on the new African Space Agency
Amidst this global convergence of knowledge and innovation, ABS—a key player in advancing regional connectivity—emphasizes its mission to bridge gaps through cutting-edge solutions.
Rasha Shokr, Public Relations Director at Nilesat, says: “It is an honour for Nilesat to participate in SATExpo 2025, reaffirming our deep-rooted commitment to the values, ethics and rich cultural legacy of our Egyptian, Arab and African heritage. As a proud Egyptian satellite enterprise, we are dedicated to advancing the future of media broadcasting and communications throughout the Middle East and North Africa region. As one of the region’s leading satellite operators, Nilesat delivers a wide range of services, including direct-to-home (DTH) broadcasting, satellite broadband, and advanced communication solutions across Egypt and the wider MENA landscape.”
Shokr further notes: “Our satellite operations team is at the heart of this mission, ensuring excellence through world-class teleport services, gateway operations and expert consultancy. With a relentless focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, we continue to empower broadcasters and service providers with seamless, reliable and powerful satellite solutions.”
As media industries converge and digital consumption accelerates, the trifecta of events—CABSAT 2025, Integrate Middle East, and SATExpo Middle East—forge partnerships, challenge conventions, and unlock innovation from May 13–15 at DWTC.
