PacGraf Cuba The first show on packing, packaging and graphic arts in Cuba brought together companies from 10 european and American countries, with Spain playing a prominent role with 19 exhibitors. it showcased the business opportunities in the packaging and printing world in Cuba, especially in the biopharmaceutical and food industries. Almost 70% of the exhibitors were machinery and equipment manufacturers and distributors. it included an investment Forum on the future of the sector and business rounds for promoting new contacts. 7-9 February Ven ue Pabexpo. Havana, Cuba Edition 1st Are a 1,200 m2 Exh ibitors 50 Act ivities investment forum; business rounds Organised by Fira de Barcelona and Grupo Palco www.firacuba.com Qatar Motor Show The main automobile and motorcycle makers took part in a new edition of the Qatar Motor Show, the most important event of the sector in the Middle east. Under the motto “driving to innovation”, it presented the latest trends and technological innovations of the automotive industry. it gathered 27 brands, including BAiC, BMW, Chevrolet, Chrysler, dodge, Ford, Genesis, Harley davidson, Hyundai, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Maserati, Maxus, Mercedes Benz, Mini, Mitsubishi, nissan, Ram, Titanium and Toyota. 18-22 April Venue doha exhibition and Convention Center Edition 7th Area 15,000 m2 Exhibitors 33 Organised by Fira Qatar www.qatarmotorshow.gov.qa ACTiViTY ABROAd — 105