250 companies from 32 countries exhibited at the Motexha—the largest Middle East trade exhibition for the garments, textiles, leather and fashion accessories industry—which closed on April 6.

The exhibitors included well-known names such as Stuttgart Fashion, Crocs Footwear and Aurea, who were all said to have forged new business partnerships at the show.

Visitor numbers also increased, rising 30% compared with the last show.

Motexha 2007, will be held from March 19-22, 2007.