The Big 5 International Building & Construction Show 2010 was held from November 22 to 25 in the Dubai World Trade Centre in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). Officially opened by H. H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vice president and prime minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai, the event hosted over 2,500 exhibitors from 70 countries who showcased the latest progress in technology and services from all sectors of the building and construction markets.