Export Bahrain Concludes Participation in the 36th Edition of Autumn Fair with Over 149 Thousand USD in Sales

Export Bahrain, in close collaboration with Informa Markets, has concluded its participation in the 36th edition of the Autumn Fair, held from 22 – 31 January 2026 at Exhibition World Bahrain in Sakhir. This marks the fourth consecutive year of participation with Export Bahrain Pavilion featuring 17 local brands.

The pavilion showcased a diverse range of national products including food and beverage, fashion, cosmetics, handicrafts and pottery, perfumes and more. Over the course of 10 days, it attracted more than 200,000 visitors, facilitating numerous customer engagements and B2B meetings. The pavilion generated over 149 thousand USD in sales, reflecting strong market demand and growing recognition of the quality and competitiveness of Bahraini products.

Building on the success of previous editions, many businesses that previously benefited from Export Bahrain’s support participated independently this year. This progression demonstrates the lasting impact of the initiative and reinforces Export Bahrain’s role in enabling business growth and market readiness.

Export Bahrain continues its efforts to empower local businesses and enhance their production capabilities. By facilitating access to influential platforms such as the Autumn Fair, Export Bahrain boosts the visibility and market presence of local brands, and prepares them for successful expansion into regional and international markets.

H.E. Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce and Chairman of Export Bahrain, stated: “Export Bahrain’s ongoing participation at the Autumn Fair reflects its dedication to empowering local businesses and showcasing the excellence of national products. This aligns with our mission to cultivate and broaden the reach of Bahrain-based businesses both locally and internationally. The positive outcome of this event underscores the potential of local businesses and reaffirms the Kingdom of Bahrain’s position as a dynamic and resilient economy ready to compete on the global stage.”

Safa Sharif A.Khaleq, Chief Executive Officer, said: “At Export Bahrain, we believe in the significance of connecting Bahrain-based businesses with high-impact platforms that accelerate their commercial growth and showcase their potential on a broader stage. By covering over 80% of participation costs for the Autumn Fair, we have enabled local businesses to access one of the Kingdom’s largest shopping events, providing them with the opportunity to strengthen their competitiveness and position themselves for sustainable growth both locally and internationally.”

Ahmed Almulla, Co-founder of Bruges Chocolatier, commented: “We sincerely thank Export Bahrain for the opportunity to take part in the Autumn Fair. The exhibition provided the ideal platform to launch our new product, which attracted strong interest from visitors and quickly sold out, becoming our most popular offering. The positive response has strengthened our business performance and affirmed the market potential of our brand.”

Fatima Basim Ali, Owner of VIP Abayat Tailoring, said: “Participating for the first time under the Export Bahrain Pavilion has been a truly rewarding experience for us. The level of exposure we gained throughout the exhibition significantly elevated awareness of our brand among visitors, and the positive engagement extended beyond the event itself, as we witnessed a noticeable growth in our followers across our social media platforms. This experience has created strong momentum for our brand moving forward.”

Haya Aljasim, Founder of Maiwa Food, stated: “We are grateful for the invaluable support provided by Export Bahrain during our participation in the Autumn Fair. Their efforts have opened doors for us to reach a wide audience we had not connected with before, attracting a significant number of visitors to our booth, including shoppers from across the GCC such as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates.”