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Apr 12, 2017
As more sustainably minded shows seek to track, measure and lessen their environmental impact, it makes sense that green event industry organizations would answer the call by providing comprehensive tools that give organizers frameworks for accomplishing those objectives.
Launched on March 25 to coincide with Earth Hour, the MeetGreen Calculator 2.0 for Sustainable Events is designed to measure sustainable event management practices by assessing the environmental impact of conference activities in several key areas, allowing event organizers to benchmark their achievements and compare… more
Apr 11, 2017
Yarn Expo Spring concluded its 2017 edition last month with high satisfaction from both exhibitors and buyers.
Held from March 15-17 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), the fair attracted 22,579 visitors from 94 countries and regions (2016: 20,527, 77 countries and regions) to source a large variety of yarn and fibre products brought by a total of 393 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions (2016: 309, 11 countries and regions), a 10 percent and 27 percent increase, respectively.
The top 10 overseas visitor countries and regions were Australia, Hong Kong, India,… more
Apr 11, 2017
The Hong Kong Exhibition & Convention Industry Association (HKECIA) recently released a press release to clarify the position of its members in relation to the plans of the Hong Kong government to add exhibition venue capacity.
In the press release, HKECIA stated, “the Association and its members are keen to see expansion at both of the existing venues (AWE and HKCEC) but do not favour the option of a third venue in the city as this will not solve the problem of trade organisers seeking to hold a large-scale meetings and exhibitions under one roof. Over the past three decades Hong Kong… more
Apr 11, 2017
Reed Exhibitions Greater China appointed Josephine Lee to the role of COO, effective April 1.
Lee takes up the appointment after several successful years as senior vice president and later in 2016 as executive vice president of Reed Exhibitions Greater China.
In this new position, in addition to sales and marketing responsibilities, Lee will oversee Reed Greater China’s entire portfolio of events, as well as the operations team.
Josephine Lee joined Reed Exhibitions Greater China in 2003 and was a core part of the setup of its Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen offices.
She also has… more
Apr 11, 2017
Italy-based BolognaFiere has launched a new copyright trade and licensing show dedicated to publishing, international rights and licensing.
The show will bring U.S. publishers and agents together with their global counterparts and will attract booksellers and librarians to both groups. ,
The new event is scheduled for May 30– June 1, 2018 and will be held in midtown Manhattan.
“BolognaFiere is dedicated to fostering cross-cultural cooperation and international trade among publishers,” said Franco Boni president of BolognaFiere. “With the debut of this new trade show, BolognaFiere extends its… more
Apr 11, 2017
Global Sources will open its spring trade show series next month in Hong Kong. In total, the company’s events will feature more than 8,800 booths at its exhibition held at AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE).
Global Sources Electronics will be held in two phases. The first phase will run April 11-4, showcasing 3,600 booths focused on consumer electronics, virtual reality and gaming, electronic components and smart living.
The second phase, Mobile Electronics, will be held April 18-21, featuring categories such as smartphones, tablets, wearables, accessories, and AR/VR. The organiser expects more than 2,600… more
Apr 11, 2017
International exhibition organiser, Messe München, recently closed three shows in Shanghai, occupying more than 110,000 m2 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), running from 14th to 16th March.
productronica China, together with electronica China, covered an exhibition area of more than 69,000 m2, featuring 1,230 exhibitors from 28 countries and regions, up 13% year-on-year. Some 68,215 visitors attended both three-day events, which represents an increase of 11% over last year. productronica China serves the electronics manufacturing industry; while electronica China features… more
Apr 11, 2017
E.J. Krause & Associates, Inc. (EJK), a leading exhibition and conference organiser, has announced plans to bring its International Drone Expo (IDE) series to Shanghai later in 2017.
Running from 28th June to 1st July 2017, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), the IDE International Drone Expo Shanghai will partner with GSMA and will be co-located with the Mobile World Congress Shanghai.
The IDE International Drone Expo Shanghai will feature a wide range of exhibitors including drone manufacturers, service producers, distributors and resellers.
A conference will also… more
Apr 11, 2017
Earlier this month, Hong Kong-based Pico Far East released a new platform, E3 (East. Events. Exhibition) – which targets SME exhibitors.
E3 is positioned as a one-stop O2O exhibitor service platform, which aims to match exhibitors, designers and fabrication contractors. E3 claims to provide a convenient one-stop user experience that connects exhibitors, designers and fabricator contractors by harnessing the power of big data for events and exhibitions, and project bidding. Pico also maintains that E3 will improve the transparency of the exhibition stand design and production process.… more
Apr 11, 2017
The 21st Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART) concluded last week, attracting more than 8,000 visitors, which represents an increase of 9% from last year.
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the four-day event ran from 13th to 16th March 2017, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). This year, over 800 exhibitors from 35 countries and regions showcased their latest productions at the event.
More than 70 special events were held during FILMART, including thematic seminars, press conferences and networking events. According to the… more
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