Bahrain International Airshow 2010 launches with Arena Lea

The organisers, Civil Aviation Affairs, Kingdom of Bahrain (CAA) in association with Farnborough International Ltd (FIL) appointed Arena Lea in July. Their brief was to design and construct a 5-star facility for the world’s first guest invitational VIP aerospace trade exhibition with designated public areas. Arena Lea was awarded the ?17m contract for the design and construction of the buildings and interiors covering the 2010, 2012 and 2014 events.

Arena Structures managing director Grahame Muir and Lea International managing director Ian Lea combined both company’s expertise and experience with the formation of the new Bahrain based partnership Arena Lea to deliver the project.

Grahame Muir and Ian Lea jointly commented:
“It has been an invigorating challenge to create such a vast permanent event infrastructure from scratch in such a tight timescale. Having just six months to bring these stunning structures from the 3D visual stage to reality has been a testament to the whole team. Our partnership yielded some truly groundbreaking event solutions and designs alongside the logistical feat of delivering this event to an unbelievably short time-line.

FIL Exhibitions & Event Director Amanda Stainer stated:
“Starting from scratch we considered every element of this new facility; the result is Arena Lea has delivered a stunning new permanent event space with luxury, flexibility and legacy.
“We limited our exhibitor numbers by offering 40 exclusive fully fitted chalets, ensuring they all received focused, extensive services. Those 40 clients have met international delegations and showcased 94 static and flying displays (planes) and all have given us positive feedback regarding the facilities and the show. Alongside the exhibitors chalets Arena Lea has also created the luxurious Royal Suites and lounges."