Tehran, January 11, The Iran Project � Iran opens the 12th International Energy Exhibition, called KISH ENEX 2016, from January 11-14 in Kish International Exhibition Center with�195 local and foreign firms in attendance.

Speaking to a reporter on Monday, Mahmoud Sedighi, the head of organizing committee of exhibition said 195 local and foreign companies attended in this economic event.

Noting the unique chance of Iranian industries owners to showcase their latest achievements and capabilities, he stressed that four-day exhibition provided a unique chance for the local energy industry entities to exchange knowledge with international firms.

"2016 Expo aims to present Iran's investment opportunities and capacities in production and trade of oil, gas, petrochemical, water, electricity and renewable energy sectors industries," he said, adding that the event hosts participants from Italy, China, Turkey, the Netherlands, India, South Korea, Taiwan, Azerbaijan, Malaysia, France, Austria, the UAE, Spain, Germany, Belgium, Australia and Russia.

In concluding part of his remarks, he also underlined holding number of expert meetings, with a focus on investment which will be held on the sidelines of the exhibition.