Big 5 Construct Syria

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

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Glossary

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Reconstruction and rehabilitation

Repair and upgrade of damaged structures and infrastructure rather than new-build construction. At Big5 Construct Syria, this covers structural repair, waterproofing, finishes and reinstatement of services for rebuilding projects.

2

EPC contracting

Engineering, procurement and construction delivered under one contractor responsibility. Syrian project owners use EPC models to fix scope, schedule and interface risk across design, equipment supply and site works.

3

Ready-mix concrete

Concrete batched at a plant and delivered to site in a workable state. At the show, ready-mix suppliers and buyers compare mix designs, admixtures, quality control and delivery logistics for Damascus projects.

4

Reinforcement steel (rebar)

Steel bars or mesh embedded in concrete to carry tensile loads. Rebar specification, bending schedules and certified mill test reports are core procurement checks for structural frames and foundations.

5

Formwork and scaffolding

Temporary moulds and access structures used to shape concrete and support safe work at height. Exhibitors in this category present systems for faster cycles, load capacity and site safety.

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MEP systems

Mechanical, electrical and plumbing services installed in a building, including HVAC, power distribution, lighting, water and drainage. MEP coordination is a major cost and programme driver in hospital, hotel and commercial projects.

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Building information modelling (BIM)

A digital process for coordinating geometry, systems and project data across design and construction. BIM review helps Syrian project teams detect clashes, plan procurement and hand over accurate asset information.

8

Façade and glazing

The exterior envelope of a building, including curtain walls, windows, cladding and sealants. Performance topics include thermal control, water tightness, wind load and availability of locally supplied systems.

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Quantity surveying and cost control

Measurement, bills of quantities, cost planning and change management for construction works. Quantity surveyors at the show compare supplier pricing, specification alternatives and cash-flow implications for projects.

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Turnkey delivery

A delivery model where one contractor is responsible for design, construction, fit-out and handover. Buyers use turnkey packages when they need a single point of accountability across multiple trades.

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Value engineering

A structured review of materials, methods and specifications to reduce cost without removing required function. At this event, value engineering discussions often focus on imported versus locally available products and lifecycle cost.

12

Precast concrete

Concrete elements cast in a factory or casting yard and transported to site for assembly. Precast can speed up repetitive structural and envelope work where transport, lifting and jointing are planned carefully.

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Commissioning and handover

Testing and balancing systems, documenting as-built conditions and handing the completed asset to the owner. For MEP-heavy projects, commissioning evidence is essential before occupancy and final payment.