Terms & Conditions

Please read these Terms and Conditions ("Terms") carefully before registering for or participating in the Dubai WoodShow, Cairo WoodShow or Saudi WoodShow (each an "Event"), organized by Strategic Marketing and Exhibitions. Your access to and participation in an Event are conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms.

By registering for, attending or participating in an Event, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not participate in the Event.

1. Registration

To attend an Event, you must complete the registration process and provide accurate and complete information as requested. We reserve the right to refuse registration or participation to any individual or entity for any reason at our sole discretion.

2. Fees and Payment

You are responsible for paying any fees associated with the Event, such as registration, accommodation or travel fees. Payment must be made in full and in the currency specified during the registration process. If payment is not received within the specified deadline, we reserve the right to cancel your registration.

3. Event Content and Schedule

We reserve the right to change, modify or cancel any aspect of the Event, including but not limited to the agenda, speakers, venue or schedule. In the event of a cancellation, we will endeavor to provide an alternative option or a refund, but we will not be responsible for any additional costs, expenses or losses incurred.

4. Conduct

As a participant in the Event, you agree to behave in a professional and respectful manner. We reserve the right to remove any participant from the Event, without refund or compensation, if their behavior is considered inappropriate, disruptive or offensive.

5. Intellectual Property

All content, materials and presentations provided during the Event are protected by copyright, trademark and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute or transmit any content or materials from the Event without the prior written consent of the copyright owner.

6. Liability and Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Strategic Marketing and Exhibitions and its respective officers, directors, employees and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses or expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, arising out of or in connection with your attendance or participation in the Event.

7. Event Media Consent Agreement

By attending an Event, you acknowledge and agree that you may be photographed, filmed or recorded. You grant permission for the organizers to use any photographs, videos or recordings taken during the Event for promotional, marketing or social media purposes, without compensation or further approval. Your participation in the Event signifies your consent to the use of your image, voice or likeness as described. Please also refer to Section 8 of Part A — Privacy Policy.

8. Exhibitor Badge Scanning

By permitting an exhibitor to scan your badge at an Event, you consent to the transfer of your registration information to that exhibitor, as set out in Section 5 of Part A — Privacy Policy.

9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

9.1. These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Arab Emirates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. This applies to all Events covered by these Terms, regardless of the country in which an Event is held.

9.2. The courts of Dubai, United Arab Emirates shall have jurisdiction over any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your participation in an Event.

9.3. Section 9 is subject to Section 10 below.

10. Mandatory Local Laws

10.1. The choice of United Arab Emirates law in Section 9 does not exclude, restrict or limit any right you may have that cannot be excluded, restricted or limited under the mandatory laws of the country in which the relevant Event is held, or under the mandatory laws of your country of residence where those laws apply to you.

10.2. Where any provision of these Terms conflicts with such a mandatory law, that mandatory law shall prevail to the extent of the conflict, and the remainder of these Terms shall continue to apply.

11. Severability

11.1. If any provision of these Terms is held by a court or other competent authority to be invalid, unlawful or unenforceable, in whole or in part, that provision shall be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, or, if that is not possible, shall be severed from these Terms.

11.2. The severance or modification of any provision shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions of these Terms.

12. Entire Agreement

12.1. These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy set out in Parts A and C, constitute the entire agreement between you and Strategic Marketing and Exhibitions in relation to your participation in an Event, and supersede any prior understanding or arrangement on the same subject matter.

12.2. Exhibitors, sponsors and speakers may also be subject to a separate written contract with Strategic Marketing and Exhibitions. Where that contract conflicts with these Terms, the terms of that contract shall prevail.

13. Changes to These Terms and Conditions

We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website or other communication channels. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for any changes.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms or an Event, please contact us at:

Strategic Marketing and Exhibitions 1006 Opal Tower, Business Bay, Dubai, UAE info@strategic.ae