The CAFS Participates in the Inauguration of the French Pavilion at INDEX SAUDI ARABIA 2025

The Saudi French Business Council (CAFS) took part in the inauguration of the French Pavilion at INDEX SAUDI ARABIA 2025 on 9 September 2025, held in collaboration with Business France, Team France, and Ameublement Français (French Living in Motion), the professional association representing French furniture and design industries.

The event showcased the strength and creativity of French design, and CAFS’s participation highlighted the growing economic and cultural ties between France and Saudi Arabia in the field of interior design, furniture, and home décor.

The French Delegation:

Representing the excellence of French Living in Motion, the French delegation included prominent industry leaders:

• French Living in Motion
  • Mrs. Isabelle Hernio, CEO
  • Mrs. Lucie Balihaut, Deputy Director International
• Ligne Roset
  • Mr. Bernard Vinson, Export Director
• Fermob
  • Mr. François Depaix, Export Director
• Gautier
  • Mrs. Valérie Brin, Brand International Development
• WM88 (Evoluti)
  • Mrs. Dionne Fierstone
  • Mr. Olivier Beauvois, Export Director
  • Mr. Wilfrid Tanter, CEO
• Sokoa (BH Intl)
  • Mr. Hani Amri, Group Middle East Director
• Ego Paris
  • Mr. Nicolas Sommereux, CEO
  • Mr. Dominique Lafaurie, Sales Representative
• Transport ESI
  • Mrs. Béatrice Carron, Export Director
• Home Spirit
  • Mr. François Huchin, Country Director France

The presence of these French brands underscores France’s commitment to promoting design innovation and sustainable living solutions in international markets.