Trade fair calendars list Big 4 Show Damascus 2026 for 11–14 November, but the official exhibition website has not confirmed those dates. The show covers machinery, plastics, chemicals, and printing and packaging. For factory owners and industrial buyers, the decision is whether the event offers relevant suppliers and equipment worth visiting.

This guide explains the four sectors, distinguishes similar Syrian exhibitions, and shows what to verify before booking.

Who Should Attend the Big 4 Show in Damascus?

The Big 4 Show is a proposed four-sector industrial exhibition at the Damascus International Fairground, organised by Arabian Group for Exhibitions and Conferences (AGE). Its official website describes it as the Syria International Industrial & Lab Exhibition, covering:

Machinery & Automation: Industrial machinery, production systems, robotics and process control.
Plastics & Rubber: Processing equipment, raw materials and recycling technologies.
Print & Packaging: Printing systems, packaging machinery and related technologies.
Chemicals: Industrial chemicals, laboratory equipment and quality-control solutions.

The exhibition targets factory owners, production and maintenance managers, procurement teams, industrial investors and equipment suppliers.

For buyers, the relevant sector is only a starting point. A packaging manufacturer considering a new production line, for example, needs to confirm which equipment suppliers will attend, whether machinery demonstrations are planned, and what technical support is available after purchase.

A suitable exhibition category does not guarantee suitable exhibitors. Visitors should request the confirmed exhibitor list before committing to travel, while companies considering a stand should verify whether the expected visitor profile matches their target customers.

What We Know About the Big 4 Show Dates, Venue and Organizer

The Italian Trade Agency’s 2026 fair calendar lists The Big 4 Show for 11–14 November 2026. However, the exhibition’s official website still states that dates will be announced soon.

The following details were checked on 3 November 2026:

Item	Published information	Verification status
Dates	11–14 November 2026	Listed by ICE; not confirmed on the exhibition website
Venue	Damascus International Fairground	Named on the official exhibition website
Organizer	Arabian Group for Exhibitions and Conferences (AGE)	Identified on the exhibition website and in the ICE calendar
Industrial sectors	Machinery and automation; plastics and rubber; chemicals; print and packaging	Listed on the official exhibition website

AGE’s events calendar also does not currently display a November edition of The Big 4 Show. This absence does not establish cancellation, but it leaves the published dates unresolved.

Before booking travel or exhibition space, request written confirmation from the organizer covering the final dates, hall allocation, participating exhibitors and registration conditions.

Big 4 vs Other Syrian Industrial Exhibitions

Several Syrian exhibitions have overlapping names, sectors or calendar dates, making it important to distinguish them before planning a visit.

Agritech: Focuses on agricultural machinery, greenhouse technologies, irrigation and livestock equipment. ICE lists it for 11–14 November, but the Agritech website has not confirmed those dates.
Fidatech: Covers food processing, packaging and related technologies. ICE lists an April 2026 edition, while the Pyramids Group calendar lists a November edition. The Fidatech website still shows no confirmed dates, so its November status requires clarification.
Project Syria 2026: A separate reconstruction and infrastructure exhibition scheduled for 2–5 November at the Damascus Fairgrounds. It targets construction, infrastructure and related investment activities rather than the Big 4’s four industrial sectors. See our Project Syria guide.
SINEX: The Syrian International Industrial Exhibition held from 30 June to 3 July 2026 as part of the Syria Specialised Exhibitions, organised by Tayara Exhibitions and Conferences. It is a separate event and should not be confused with The Big 4 Show.

For industrial buyers, the distinction is commercial, not merely administrative. A company purchasing food-processing equipment may find Fidatech more relevant by sector, while a manufacturer sourcing general industrial automation may begin with the Big 4 machinery category. Actual suitability still depends on confirmed exhibitors and products.

Before choosing an exhibition, match your purchasing requirements to the announced sectors, then verify the participating suppliers and confirmed dates. The following sections examine the Big 4 sectors in detail and provide a checklist for planning an effective visit.

Choosing the Right Sector at the Big 4 Show

The Big 4 Show Damascus covers four industrial sectors, but their value depends on the equipment, materials or technical solutions your factory needs. The organizer lists exhibition categories, not a confirmed supplier lineup. Before planning a visit, request the exhibitor list for your sector and check whether participating companies can meet your specifications and after-sales requirements.

What to Look for in the Plastics and Rubber Sector

The Plastics & Rubber sector covers injection moulding, extrusion, raw materials, recycling and rubber processing. It is relevant to manufacturers planning a new production line, replacing equipment or evaluating alternative material suppliers.

For machinery purchases, compare output capacity, compatible materials, energy consumption, tooling requirements and integration with existing equipment. A machine that meets the required production rate may still be unsuitable if mould compatibility, spare parts or technical support are unresolved.

Ask the organizer whether exhibitors will represent the specific machinery and material categories you need. Before meeting a supplier, prepare your product specifications, target output and material requirements. Confirm who provides installation, commissioning, operator training and maintenance in Syria.

Choosing Between Big 4 and Fidatech for Packaging Equipment

The Big 4 Show’s Print & Packaging sector covers printing presses, packaging machinery, labelling systems and digital printing technologies. Fidatech, by contrast, focuses on the food industry, including food-processing equipment, packaging machinery and bottling lines.

For food manufacturers, both exhibitions may be relevant. The choice depends on whether the purchase concerns a general printing or packaging system, or equipment integrated into food production.

A food producer evaluating a packaging line should ask about product compatibility, required output, filling and sealing accuracy, cleaning procedures and applicable food-contact requirements. Printing and labelling buyers should also check substrate compatibility, print quality and integration with existing packaging lines.

The Pyramids Group calendar lists Fidatech for 11–14 November 2026, but its own website has not confirmed those dates. Do not assume that either exhibition will feature the required suppliers without obtaining the final dates and exhibitor lists.

Evaluating Machinery and Automation Systems for Your Factory

The Machinery & Automation sector covers industrial machinery, CNC systems, robotics and industrial control technologies. It is relevant to companies establishing new production capacity as well as manufacturers upgrading existing lines.

For equipment replacement or automation projects, the key questions concern integration and operating performance. Check whether the proposed system can work with existing machinery, electrical infrastructure and control systems, and whether it can achieve the required output under actual operating conditions.

Ask exhibitors whether the equipment will be demonstrated or presented through technical documentation only. Request performance specifications, utility requirements, commissioning arrangements, operator training and warranty terms.

For imported machinery, confirm the availability of spare parts, local technical support and the party responsible for resolving faults after installation. These factors affect operating costs and downtime, not just the purchase price.

Evaluating Industrial Chemicals and Laboratory Equipment

The Chemicals sector covers industrial chemicals, laboratory equipment, testing instruments and quality-control solutions. It may interest manufacturers in plastics, paints, detergents, water treatment and other chemical-dependent processes.

Industrial chemical buyers should evaluate products against their process requirements rather than relying on generic product descriptions. Relevant criteria may include chemical composition, purity, concentration, particle size and packaging, depending on the application.

Before discussing supply, prepare the required technical specifications and expected consumption volumes. Ask potential suppliers for product technical data sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), certificates of analysis (CoA) and information on batch consistency.

For laboratory and testing equipment, confirm the applicable measurement range, accuracy, calibration requirements and technical support.

The organizer has not established which individual chemical producers or laboratory-equipment suppliers will participate. Request the relevant exhibitor categories and confirmed companies before deciding whether this sector justifies a visit.

How to Plan Your Visit to the Big 4 Show in Damascus

Before committing to Big 4 Show Damascus 2026, identify the equipment or materials your company needs and check whether the exhibition has relevant confirmed suppliers. A sector match alone does not justify travel costs or exhibition fees, particularly while the event dates remain unconfirmed by the organizer.

Which Industrial Exhibition Best Meets Your Purchasing Needs?

The three exhibitions target different industrial needs. The table identifies the relevant sector for each purchase and the information buyers should verify before choosing an event.

Purchasing requirement	Relevant exhibition or sector	What to verify
Production machinery and automation	Big 4 – Machinery & Automation	Confirmed machine suppliers, equipment specifications and demonstrations
Industrial printing and packaging	Big 4 – Print & Packaging	Printing technologies, packaging materials, machine compatibility and participating suppliers
Food-processing and packaging equipment	Fidatech or Big 4 – Print & Packaging	Food-processing applications, suitable packaging lines and confirmed exhibitors
Polymers and plastics processing	Big 4 – Plastics & Rubber	Raw-material suppliers, processing equipment, mould technologies and technical support
Industrial chemicals and laboratory equipment	Big 4 – Chemicals	Chemical product categories, testing equipment, specifications and relevant suppliers
Agricultural and greenhouse technologies	Agritech	Irrigation equipment, greenhouse systems, agricultural machinery and participating manufacturers

These recommendations reflect the exhibitions’ announced sectors, not confirmed exhibitor participation.

For example, a food manufacturer replacing a filling line should prioritise exhibitors offering compatible equipment, commissioning support and spare parts rather than choosing an exhibition solely because it covers food or packaging.

If neither event confirms relevant suppliers, postpone the visit rather than committing resources without a clear purchasing objective.

How to Verify the Big 4 Show Dates Before Booking

As of 3 November 2026, the Italian Trade Agency’s calendar lists Big 4 for 11–14 November, while the official Big 4 website still states that dates will be announced soon.

To verify the event before booking:

Check the organizer’s latest announcement. Review the Big 4 website and AGE’s official website for confirmed dates and registration information.
Cross-check the venue and related events. Consult the official Damascus Fairground channels and ask whether Big 4, Fidatech and Agritech will operate simultaneously or separately.
Request written confirmation. Contact the organizer for the final dates, opening hours, hall allocation, exhibitor list and participation conditions.
Commit only after verification. Confirm travel, accommodation, exhibition space or equipment shipping after the relevant details are verified in writing.

The Pyramids Group calendar lists November dates for Fidatech and Agritech, but their dedicated exhibition websites have not confirmed those dates. Treat calendar entries as preliminary until the relevant organizers clarify their schedules.

13 Checks Before Visiting or Exhibiting at Big 4

Use this checklist to determine whether the exhibition can deliver useful supplier meetings, technical information or commercial opportunities.

Confirm the event details. Obtain the organizer’s written confirmation of dates, opening hours, venue and registration arrangements.
Define your business objective. Identify the equipment, raw materials or partners you need, including target specifications and purchasing priorities.
Verify relevant exhibitors. Request the sector-specific exhibitor list and confirm that the companies you want to meet will actually participate.
Arrange meetings in advance. Contact shortlisted suppliers with your requirements and secure meeting times rather than relying on availability at their stands.
Prepare technical specifications. Bring equipment capacity requirements, existing line specifications or material standards so suppliers can assess compatibility.
Check product demonstrations. Ask whether machinery will be demonstrated on-site and whether technical specialists will be available to discuss performance.
Evaluate after-sales support. Confirm installation, commissioning, training, spare parts, warranty coverage and maintenance arrangements in Syria.
Calculate total procurement costs. Account for equipment prices, freight, customs clearance, installation and commissioning. Verify available payment arrangements with your bank and suppliers.
Clarify registration costs. Confirm visitor admission fees or exhibitor charges, what they include and any applicable cancellation conditions.
Check travel and venue access. Verify applicable entry requirements, transport arrangements and access procedures through official channels.
Assess your meetings’ commercial value. Prioritise suppliers able to provide relevant technical documents, quotations, delivery estimates or follow-up engineering discussions.
Prepare for exhibiting, if applicable. Request the floor plan, stand terms and expected visitor profile. Bring suitable Arabic technical materials and define how your team will qualify potential leads.
Protect against schedule changes. Keep bookings flexible until the organizer confirms the event and the meetings or participation arrangements that justify your attendance.

The goal is not simply to attend an industrial exhibition, but to return with useful supplier contacts, verified technical information and actionable procurement or partnership opportunities. If the dates or relevant exhibitors remain unconfirmed, reassess whether attending is commercially worthwhile.

Industrial Lime and Calcium Carbonate Supply from Qiwaa Advance

The Big 4 Show’s Chemicals and Plastics & Rubber sectors are relevant to manufacturers sourcing industrial minerals as well as production equipment. Through our authorised agency with Vişne Madencilik, Qiwaa Advance connects industrial buyers in Syria with a Turkish producer of lime and related mineral products.

Our supply range includes three product groups with different industrial applications:

Quicklime (CaO): Used in steelmaking, chemical processing and selected building-material production processes where the specified reactivity and chemical composition are required.
Hydrated Lime (Ca(OH)₂): Used in water and wastewater treatment, chemical processing and other applications requiring controlled alkalinity.
VIKARB Natural Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃): Used as a mineral filler in plastics, rubber, paints and paper. Its suitability depends on the formulation, particle size and required product properties.

These products connect our supply capabilities with industrial buyers interested in the exhibition’s sectors. Qiwaa Advance is not an announced exhibitor or organiser, and we do not claim that these materials are being exhibited at Big 4.

For manufacturers, the purchasing decision starts with the required chemical and physical properties, not simply the material name. A plastics producer evaluating calcium carbonate, for example, must check whether the available grade matches the polymer formulation and processing requirements.

Authorised Lime Supply vs Spot Purchasing

Industrial buyers can source lime through an authorised manufacturer channel or independent traders. The appropriate choice depends on specification compliance, delivery requirements and total purchasing cost.

Criterion	Authorised manufacturer channel	Spot-market purchasing
Product specifications	Grades and technical requirements can be discussed with the producer	Each offered product and grade must be verified
Quality documentation	Manufacturer technical data and batch analysis can be requested	Documentation depends on the seller and product source
Repeat-order consistency	Supply of an agreed grade can be planned, subject to availability	Product source or grade may change between purchases
Delivery flexibility	Scheduled quantities and packaging can be negotiated	Available local stock may support faster small orders
Cost comparison	Evaluate product price, freight, customs and delivery terms	Evaluate the quoted price alongside transport, quality and availability
Non-conformance	Claims follow the agreed supplier and manufacturer responsibilities	Claims follow the seller’s contractual obligations

Neither route automatically guarantees better quality, lower prices or uninterrupted supply.

For continuous industrial processes, buyers should compare offers against the same chemical specifications, required documentation and delivery schedule. Spot purchasing can be practical for urgent or limited quantities, provided the material meets the required standards.

Our guide to quicklime and hydrated lime in Syria explains the differences in applications, handling and supply formats.

Sourcing Industrial Minerals Through Qiwaa Advance

Through Vişne Madencilik, we help industrial buyers identify suitable mineral products and coordinate supply according to their technical requirements and consumption patterns.

For an initial supply enquiry, provide:

Industrial application: The manufacturing process and intended use of the material.
Required specifications: Lime type, CaO or Ca(OH)₂ content, or the required calcium carbonate grade and particle-size distribution.
Quality documentation: Applicable standards and requirements for technical data sheets, safety data sheets or certificates of analysis.
Consumption and quantity: Expected monthly demand, order volumes and delivery frequency.
Packaging and logistics: Bulk, bagged or big-bag requirements, available unloading facilities and delivery location.

For calcium carbonate applications, additional requirements may include particle-size distribution, coating treatment and formulation compatibility.

Our team can discuss relevant product specifications, available supply formats and coordination with the manufacturer. Final product suitability, availability, pricing and delivery terms must be confirmed against the customer’s requirements.

Sourcing quicklime, hydrated lime or calcium carbonate for your factory in Syria? Share your application, technical specifications, expected consumption and delivery location with Qiwaa Advance on WhatsApp to discuss suitable products and supply options.

FAQs about Big 4 Show Damascus 2026

When Is the Big 4 Show Damascus 2026?

The Italian Trade Agency’s calendar lists 11–14 November 2026 at Damascus International Fairground. However, as of 3 November, the organizer’s website has not confirmed the dates. Request written confirmation before booking.

Who Organizes the Big 4 Show in Damascus?

Arabian Group for Exhibitions and Conferences (AGE) is named as the organizer on the official exhibition website. Contact AGE directly to verify exhibition dates, registration requirements and stand availability.

How Is Big 4 Different from Fidatech?

Big 4 covers machinery, plastics, chemicals, printing and packaging. Fidatech focuses on food processing, products and packaging. Although Pyramids Group lists Fidatech for 11–14 November, its own website has not confirmed those dates. Compare confirmed exhibitors before choosing.

Is the Big 4 Exhibitor List Available?

As of 3 November 2026, no verified exhibitor list or participation figures were found on the official exhibition website. Request the sector-specific exhibitor list, product categories and demonstration schedule before planning supplier meetings.

Sources

Trade fair calendar for Syria 2026, ICE Italian Trade Agency, accessed 31 October 2026
The Big 4 Show, Syria International Industrial Exhibition page, Big 4 Show website, accessed 31 October 2026
Syria Specialized Exhibitions 2026 opens in Damascus (Arabic), SANA, 30 June 2026
Fair calendar, Pyramids Group, accessed 31 October 2026
Events page, Arabian Group for Exhibitions, accessed 31 October 2026
Agritech exhibition page, Arabian Group for Exhibitions, accessed 31 October 2026
Fidatech exhibition page, Arabian Group for Exhibitions, accessed 31 October 2026

Big 4 Show Damascus 2026: Which Sector Fits Your Factory?