Jan 22, 2013
This year was a very good one for the MICE industry in Thailand, with targeted visitor numbers for 2012 of 750,000 being exceeded by 19 percent to 895,224 visitors.
"Thailand's MICE industry is growing strongly despite the economic crises in Europe and USA. The 2012 figures have exceeded our annual target of 750,000 MICE visitors in 2012, and are a clear vote of confidence in Thailand as a cost-effective MICE destination,” said Thongchai Sridama, acting president of TCEB.
Thongchai added, “Last year, we saw an increase of 19 percent above target to 895,224 MICE visitors,… more
Jan 07, 2013
Messe Duesseldorf’s MEDICAL FAIR THAILAND, 6th International Exhibition on Hospital, Diagnostic, Pharmaceutical, Medical & Rehabilitation Equipment & Supplies will open its doors Sept. 12-14 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok.
The exhibition will bring international manufacturers and suppliers from the healthcare and rehabilitative sectors closer to the Thailand and Indochina market to meet the growing demand for the latest medical products and technology, according to show management.
Imports of medical devices to Thailand and Indochina are expected to… more
Jan 07, 2013
Jan. 7 marked the opening day for four exhibitions being concurrently held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The Hong Kong Trade and Development Council’s Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, billed as Asia’s largest, the HKTDC Hong Kong Baby Products Fair and the Hong Kong International Stationery Fair will run until Jan. 10, and the HKTDC Hong Kong International Licensing Show, also billed as the largest of its kind in the region, runs until Jan. 9.
A wide range of products is being showcased at the 39th Toys & Games Fair, including an augmented-reality toy… more
Jan 07, 2013
In order to tap into the business growth from Australia, as well as globally, the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) recently conducted its Roadshow in Australia by visiting Melbourne and Sydney.
The MyCEB team was joined by eight industry partners, including Penang Global Tourism, Sabah Tourism Board, Malaysia Airlines, Discovery Overland Holidays Sdn Bhd, Pacific World, UCSI Communication Sdn Bhd, Accor and CHM Hotels.
“Australia is viewed as one of the most promising markets in Asia Pacific and this roadshow has provided an opportunity for… more
Jan 07, 2013
Preecha S. Chen, president of Reed Exhibitions Greater China, was replaced Jan. 1 by Nat Wong, who was deputy president and COO.
“I would like to place on record my sincere appreciation and gratitude to Preecha for his solid contributions in leading the business in Greater China,” said Paul Beh, Regional President Asia Pacific of Reed Exhibitions.
He added, “Since January 2008, Preecha has led our China business by building pipelines relentlessly and winning acquisitions. The size of our business in Greater China has grown tremendously to eight member companies and… more
Dec 25, 2012
Recently closed in Shanghai , the biannual wire China 2012, the 5th All China - International Wire and Cable Industry Trade Fair, and Tube China 2012, the 4th All China - International Tube and Pipe Trade Fair, wrapped up with record results - 1,399 exhibitors presented the latest machinery and products from the wire, cable and tube processing industries to 33,469 visitors.
The event was organized by Messe Düsseldorf, Messe Düsseldorf China and their local partners Metallurgical Council of China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (MC-CCPIT) and Shanghai Electric Cable… more
Dec 25, 2012
The Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau has decided to court MICE by business in France by hosting its first Paris Roadshow Nov. 22.
Leading a delegation representing both public and private sectors, TCEB will showcase Thailand as an ideal and cost-effective platform for French MICE professionals to extend their reach and penetrate the lucrative ASEAN market.
TCEB’s Thailand Paris Road Show 2012 aims to increase French participation in Thailand’s MICE market through the TCEB “MEGA MICE” tactic approach, which will help French MICE professionals use Thailand… more
Dec 25, 2012
Water Expo China + Water Membrane China broke its previous record for exhibitor and visitor attendance when it was held Oct. 29-31 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing.
A new record of 398 exhibitors, from 21 countries and regions, a 21-percent increase, compared last year, including national groups and pavilions from Austria, Germany, Korea and Taiwan region, was set at this year’s 22,000 square meters show.
The visitor number was 23,816 from 36 countries and regions, boosted by 50 domestic and international delegations, which was a 29-percent increase, compared… more
Dec 25, 2012
The biannual South China Label Show 2012, owned by U.K.-based Tarsus Group, attracted 5,098 visitors as its second edition was held Dec. 4-6 at the Pazhou Exhibition Center in Guangzhou.
The show exceeded previous statistics in attendee and exhibitor numbers and many senior executives visited, confirming the fast growing importance of the event and the market in the region.
Overall attendance was up by 26.8 percent, compared with 2010’s figure of 4,021. Exhibitor numbers increased from 90 to 150, with 26 new companies exhibiting for the very first time. Before the show closed its… more
Dec 10, 2012
Messe Düsseldorf, Messe Düsseldorf Shanghai and the China National Travel Service Group Corporation recently signed a cooperation agreement.
As a result, Messe Düsseldorf is the first and only German trade fair organizer to work together with a Chinese partner in the tourism industry, according to company officials.
CTS has considerable resources in tourism, including vacation complexes, travel agencies and its own magazine, according to Messe Düsseldorf officials. It also is one of the largest campsite operators in China.
By 2015, it will have set up more than 50… more
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