–over 150 international and local companies on board

With over 150 international and local companies set for International Building Expo 2022, Guyana’s construction sector will be propelled into a more innovative direction.

On Friday, the Ministry of Housing and Water- Central Housing and Authority held a meeting to update sponsors and members of the public on the progress of the event. The meeting was done at the National Stadium, Providence, East Bank Demerara, where the Expo will be held on July 22-24, 2022.

Minister of Housing and Water, Hon. Collin Croal; Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, Hon. Susan Rodrigues; Permanent Secretary, Mr. Andre Ally and a number of sponsors were present.

Minister Croal noted that so far, corporate Guyana has been supportive as most of the booths have been reserved. Speaking on the agency’s role in the expo, he noted that several model homes will be on display as a way of showcasing the many housing options available to Guyanese. Also, the Ministry’s flagship “Dream Realised” House Lot Allocation and Title Distribution exercise will be a daily feature at the event.

The expo will create an opportunity for local, regional and international investors to showcase new and innovative techniques in the building and construction sector.

In her remarks, Minister Rodrigues stated that the Expo will serve as a blueprint to Guyana’s architectural future. It will see the introduction of 3D building technology in the country.

Additionally, environmentally sustainable homes built with recycled material and other model homes will be on display at the expo. Construction for some of the models homes have already started on-site.

Companies onboard for the Expo include Continental Group of Companies, DuraVilla Homes, Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry, Republic Bank Guyana Ltd., New Building Society, E-Networks, Torginol, Gafsons, Unicomer Guyana (Courts) etc.

Companies interested in International Building Expo 2022 can contact the Secretariat at 149 Crown Street Queenstown, Georgetown for packages.

Telephone Number: 592-634-3788, 592-634-3899

Website: www.buildingexpo.gy

Email: info@buildingexpo.gy

Photos: Sydel Thomas CHPA PR Department.