Every year, Dubai World Trade Centre hosts one of the largest and most prominent Middle East & Africa trade fairs for media, entertainment, content, and communication. Over 18,800 attendees are expected to attend the upcoming 2025 edition of CABSAT, which will be held between 13 and 15 May at Dubai World Trade Centre, in the UAE.
CABSAT 2025 will welcome more than 120 exhibiting countries from the MEASA region and abroad, providing their best and most innovative solutions to a large audience of trade visitors. The expo ensures various opportunities for establishing new business contacts, exchanging knowledge and expertise and gaining valuable insights from other professionals and leading experts.
The side program of the event will consist of multiple presentations, educational panel discussions, interactive workshops, product launches and demos, and technology master classes for everyone interested in gaining know-how from the brightest minds.
CABSAT 2025 is a must-visit event, and if you plan a business trip to Dubai and need accommodation, you can rely on the ExpoBeds reservation agents. Provide more details regarding your travel and budget preferences, and we will prepare a customised offer on hotels near the Dubai Trade Centre that best meet your expectations. Alternatively, you can book a room via our user-friendly online reservation tool.
Information
CABSAT is a renowned trade fair featuring the media and entertainment sectors in the MEASA region. The event is organised and hosted by Dubai World Trade Center. It annually attracts thousands of visitors willing to explore the latest trends, technologies, and advancements in the media and communication industry.
CABSAT runs in parallel with SATEXPO, which serves as meeting hub for satellite technology enthusiasts, telco experts, and satellite service providers.
Who can you meet there
CABSAT is where professionals such as system integrators, engineers, broadcasters, producers, digital and content specialists, sellers, and many more in the area of communication, media and entertainment come to meet face-to-face with peers and explore the novelties in their professional area.
More than 750 exhibiting brands and over 450 companies from over 120 countries like China, France, and Germany feature their most innovative products and solutions across the expo’s pavilions.
Past editions
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| Exhibitors | 450 | ||
| Visitors | 13,658 |
Quick info
| Organiser: | Dubai World Trade Centre |
| Founded: | 1994 |
| Frequency: | every year |
| Next Edition: | CABSAT 2026 |
| Sectors: | Information technology | Telecommunication |
| Website: | CABSAT official website |
| Visitors: | Tickets for CABSAT |
| Exhibitors: | Exhibitor registration |
Important facts
CABSAT at a glance:
- 18,800+ visitors
- 750+ exhibiting brands
- 120+ exhibiting countries
- 150+ speakers
Next editions
CABSAT 2026
Dubai World Trade Centre
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