Aug 23, 2016
Despite a string of bombings two weeks ago, the calendar of events taking place in Thailand for the rest of this year remain full and cover everything from meetings, incentives, conventions, exhibitions and mega events, with total of 154 business events scheduled to be held between now until the December 2016, according to the Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau.
Among the big events coming up in Thailand August and September 2016 are two meetings and incentives events in Phuket – Phuket is also popular with big conventions and meetings.
Planned Aug. 18-21is the Thailand Incentive… more
Jul 26, 2016
ABEC Exhibitions & Conferences Pvt. Ltd (ABEC) and Pune Construction Engineering Research Foundation (PCERF) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on 7th June 2016 in Pune, India, to facilitate the growth of B2B exhibitions focused on the construction industry.
PCERF, established by civil engineers, architects, consultants and builders more than 30 years ago, have been organising the biennial Constro Fair since 1985.
The show covers a wide range of construction industry products and services. The event also features conferences and seminars.
The agreement stated that… more
Jul 26, 2016
The 16th Shanghai International Children Baby and Maternity Products Industry Expo (CBME China 2016) welcomed 2,366 local and international suppliers, representing 3,673 brands that showcased their latest products on July 20-22 at a new venue - National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Hongqiao, Shanghai.
The event occupied 223,305 square meters of exhibition space covering maternity and baby care products, baby carriages, car seats and furniture, children, baby and teenager clothing, footwear and accessories, food and health care products, maternity clothing, underwear and… more
Jul 26, 2016
UFI recently released the 12th edition of its annual report on the Trade Fair Industry in Asia, tracking the growth of the exhibition industry in the region. Net space sold at Asian trade fairs jumped by 5.6 percent in 2015 to almost 19.7 million net square meters.
Our research shows that 19.69 million sq. m. of net space was sold by exhibition organizers to their clients in Asia in 2015 – up from 18.64 sq. m. the year before.
Of that total, 56 percent was sold in China – or in terms of net space sold 11.19 million sq. m. That is five and a half times the space sold in Asia’s second… more
Jul 26, 2016
Worldwide trade show organizer UBM and the International Licensing Industry Merchandisers' Association (LIMA), the trade organization for the global licensing industry, today announce the dates of their planned event in Tokyo, Japan. Licensing Expo Japan will take place April 26-28 at Tokyo Big Sight.
The event will comprise a trade show and a conference and will be co-ocated with IFF MAGIC Japan, a new joint venture between MAGIC and JFW-International Fashion Fair, Japan's longest running, bi-annual fashion business tradeshow. IFF MAGIC Japan 2017 will be held as the… more
Jul 13, 2016
Industrial Automation Shenzhen 2016 (IA Shenzhen) recently ran June 29-July 1 and held at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Centre (SZCEC).
The three-day show attracted nearly 450 industrial automation enterprises from 13 countries and regions, approximately 30 robot brands showcased products covering some 30,000 square meters.
More than 120 VIP buyer groups have confirmed their participation in the show. To facilitate visitors, the organizers have invited nearly 40 professional buyers to arrange more than 80 matchmaking events between exhibitors and visitors.
The show displayed… more
Jul 13, 2016
The Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have entered into a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) that will drive tourism traffic and exchanges between the two popular destinations.
The signatories to the MOC were Kim Eui Seung, director-general, Tourism & Sports Bureau of Seoul Metropolitan Government and Lynette Pang, assistant chief executive, marketing, Singapore Tourism Board.
The ceremony was witnessed by Mayor Park Won-Soon, Seoul Metropolitan Government, and Low Yen Ling, parliamentary secretary, Ministry of Education & Ministry of Trade and… more
Jul 13, 2016
Reed Exhibitions recently named JB Son Country as general manager of its South Korea operations. Son is based in the Reed Seoul office and reports to the president of Reed Exhibitions Greater China.
Son holds a Bachelor of Communications degree from Busan National University, as well as an MBA from Seoul National University, Korea.
He brings with him nearly two decades of high-level experience in Korea’s pharmaceutical industry at MSD and Novartis. Most recently he was head of commercial in Asia-Pacific for Novartis Vaccines’ Korea cluster, which includes Taiwan, Hong Kong and… more
Jul 13, 2016
ibtm china 2016, scheduled Sept. 7-8 at the China National Convention Centre (CNCC), is set to deliver an impressive line-up of international speakers, who will host sessions on sustainability, best practice, social media strategy, tools and insight in the delivery of successful events.
Putting sustainability back on the agenda, Roger Simmons – Sustainability Director (APAC) for MCI will look at what's driving change in sustainability in China, as well as what the future holds for event professionals.
Attendees can learn from practical case studies using events… more
Jun 21, 2016
Shanghai Disney Resort, the first Disney resort in Mainland China and the sixth worldwide, celebrated its historic Grand Opening last week, featuring the tallest castle in any Disney park, the first pirate-themed land and Disney’s most technologically advanced park to date.
Bob Iger, chairman and CEO, The Walt Disney Company, celebrated the opening of the one-of-a-kind vacation destination with thousands of distinguished guests, celebrities and Chinese officials.
Shanghai Disney Resort reflects Disney’s 60- year history of innovation, creativity and storytelling, in a way that is… more
Partner Voices
Overview:
The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality.
In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.
“We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.”
Amenities:
The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.
The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience
The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need.
Gold Key Members
The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events.
OCCC Events:
This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.
The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:
AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023
200,000 Attendees
$257 Million in Economic Impact
MEGACON 2023
160,000 Attendees
$205 Million in Economic Impact
Open Championship Series 2023
69,500 Attendees
$89 Million in Economic Impact
Sunshine Classic 2023
42,000 Attendees
$54 Million in Economic Impact
Premiere Orlando 2023
42,000 Attendees
$108 Million in Economic Impact