Sep 22, 2019
Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) recently promoted events in alternative destinations at IMEX America, held in Las Vegas last week, that are beyond Bangkok and Pattaya through its new campaign – Meet Now.
TCEB is inviting buyers and planners to select regional Thai locations for their events. All these locations are fully equipped with meeting facilities, accommodation and attractions for MICE groups.
A wide range of exclusive activities and authentic local culture is designed to enrich experiences and generate maximum return on investment.
Hua Hin, a seaside resort… more
Sep 06, 2019
After a few months of weekly street protests in Hong Kong that impacted the airport for a few days and caused street closures, the city’s exhibition industry forged ahead with several major shows opening recently.
The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre welcomed hundreds of thousands of exhibitors and buyers from all over the world to five trade fairs in the past two weeks, signifying the beginning of the annual trade fair season.
The first was Asia Adult Expo held Aug. 27-29, followed by four co-locating international trade fairs Sept. 3-7, namely HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock… more
Jun 26, 2019
With China’s population aged more than 60 surpassing ¼ of a billion this year and set to add a further 10 million to its ranks every year through 2025, CHINA AID reflects the rising success of elderly care focused businesses in China and the quickly developing senior care market seeking to meet the surge in demand.
Produced by Shanghai Intex Exhibition Company and Tarsus Group, CHINA AID is the nation’s key gateway to its fast-expanding elderly care, mobility and rehabilitation markets, this year seeing growth of almost 20 percent in its show size, while increasing its exhibition attendance… more
Mar 19, 2019
Fifty-plus of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre’s (the Centre) team members dressed in purple, white and green (2019 IWD colours) and enjoyed a walk around the lush 50-acre Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) park to mark the recent International Women’s Day (IWD). The stroll was followed by a casual high tea for team members to mingle, bond and celebrate the occasion.
The Centre focused on being loud and proud on this special day and themed their activities, including specially crafted food and beverage and décor, to match the 2019 IWD theme. All digital screens around the venue also… more
Mar 19, 2019
NürnbergMesse’s international programme of trade fairs continues to gain momentum. Following the acquisition of the three market-leading fairs for the woodworking and furniture production industry in India in 2018 – INDIAWOOD, DELHIWOOD and MUMBAIWOOD – the company has now added another exhibition to its portfolio.
The India Mattresstech Expo is India’s dedicated trade fair for mattress and upholstery manufacturing.
“The India Mattresstech Expo covers an important sub-segment of the furniture industry and creates valuable synergies for our exhibitors and visitors,” said Peter Ottmann, CEO… more
Mar 19, 2019
SIAF concluded its 10th edition March 12 to overwhelmingly positive approval. The show was once again held concurrently with Asiamold – Guangzhou International Mould & Die Exhibition to provide a one-stop sourcing platform for industrial automation and the mould, die casting and additive manufacturing markets in South China. T
he two fairs spanned three days and attracted 988 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions (2018: 896, 20 countries and regions). Additionally, a total of 252 delegations added to record visitor figures of 98,776 – which grew by 37 percent from last year – from 45… more
Mar 19, 2019
More than 300 delegates from 22 countries and regions attended the sold-out UFI Asia-Pacific Conference this week in Tokyo, making it the biggest of its kind in the event’s 14-year history. Held at Tokyo Big Sight March 14-15, it marked the first time that UFI has held the annual Asia-Pacific industry conference in Japan.A mix of speakers from inside and outside the business events industry covered this year’s theme of “Facing the Future”:Among them was Kengo Kuma, the world-renowned Japanese architect who designed the stadium for next year’s Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. He opened the… more
Mar 05, 2019
Reed Exhibitions, a division of RELX, has announced the acquisition of India BIG7.
Launched in 1993, the annual, Mumbai-based event is India's largest trade event for Gifts, Stationery, Writing Instruments, Office Supplies, Gadgets, Houseware, Kitchenware and Home Décor.
With this acquisition, Reed Exhibitions welcomes BIG7 into its portfolio of more than 500 events across 30 countries.
As a global leader in the business of face-to-face events, Reed Exhibitions will bring its expertise, global reach and resources to the benefit of BIG7 brand, its customers and the event team.
Gregory… more
Mar 05, 2019
Comexposium has added Indonesia Motorcycle Show (IMOS) to its already successful joint venture partnership with Amara Pameran International (API). IMOS, the biggest motorcycle show in Indonesia will pave a new positive energy under the direction of Seven Event, Indonesia’s renowned professional exhibition organizer (PEO), the joint venture platform of Comexposium and API.
Previously organized by Amara Pameran Internasional (API), Indonesia Motorcycle Show or best known as IMOS were held biennale since 2014 and it has been the place for motorcycle enthusiasts and public that seeks the latest… more
Mar 05, 2019
In a development for China’s textile care market, it’s been announced that the upcoming edition of the new TXCA & CLE show, an international trade fair for textile laundry, leather care, cleaning technology and equipment, will be held Sept. 25-27 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, China.
The news comes on the back of a new joint-venture agreement last year between the Texcare Asia show and the China Laundry Expo, meaning the merged shows now serve as the largest international exhibition for laundry equipment and technology in the rapidly evolving Asian market.
Organised by… more
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