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Nov 11, 2013
U.K.-based exhibition organiser ITE Moda, a subsidiary of ITE Group, announced a joint venture (JV) partnership has been formed with Entrepot Asiato collaborate on developing newly launched Hong Kong fashion trade show The Hub.
ITE Moda acquired a 20% stake in The Hub through the new JV. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. ITE Moda will work alongside co-founders Peter Caplowe and Richard Hobbs to develop The Hub’s business in Asia.
The inaugural event took place at AsiaWorld-Expo(AWE) from 28th to 30th August 2013 and featured more than 100 international brands and… more
Nov 11, 2013
The inaugural Myanmar Water, reportedly Myanmar’s first ever international water, wastewater and industrial wastewater treatment and purification show, concluded last month with more than 150 exhibitors and 3,000 trade visitors’ participation.
Organised by UBM Asia, Myanmar Water was held from 24th to 26th October 2013 at the Tatmadaw Exhibition Hall. International pavilions at the show included Malaysia and Singapore, while other exhibiting companies originated from Austria, China, France, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, the U.K., Vietnam, and also Myanmar.
The… more
Nov 10, 2013
Dallas-based Hanley Wood Exhibitions already has spread its wings and launched its World of Concrete show into India, with the show recently running in October in Hyderabad, and now it’s taking the brand to Europe.
Hanley Wood signed a memorandum of understanding with S.E. INTERMAT, owner of the INTERMAT series of shows, to debut World of Concrete Europe, alongside the next INTERMAT show in 2015 in Paris.
“We are very excited by this partnership, which is another major step in the worldwide development of World of Concrete subsequent to the launch of World of Concrete India,… more
Nov 10, 2013
A couple of weeks ago, Twitter announced a new feature which allows all users to schedule a tweet. Though not an unprecedented feature - a number of third-party applications already provided this option - the announcement from Twitter sparked an intense online debate on the pros and cons of pre-scheduled messaging.
For a busy show manager who has an ever-growing list of operational details and issues to take care of, the ability to post appropriate messages on a pre-determined schedule can be a heaven-sent option.
Not sure which messages can be easily scheduled ahead of your event? We have… more
Nov 10, 2013
A couple of weeks ago, Twitter announced a new feature which allows all users to schedule a tweet. Though not an unprecedented feature - a number of third-party applications already provided this option - the announcement from Twitter sparked an intense online debate on the pros and cons of pre-scheduled messaging.
For a busy show manager who has an ever-growing list of operational details and issues to take care of, the ability to post appropriate messages on a pre-determined schedule can be a heaven-sent option.
Not sure which messages can be easily scheduled ahead of your event? We have… more
Nov 06, 2013
This year, WESTEC had more than 10,000 attendees for a show that was normally held in March. Show organizers decided to move the show up to October, in the hopes it would increase the attendance.
“The decision seemed to be a good one, as WESTEC saw 10,000 more square feet of exhibitor space and 1 million more pounds of machinery on the show floor compared to last year,” said Christine Longroy, events manager for Society of Manufacturing Engineers/WESTEC.
This year’s show, held Oct. 15-17 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, showcased the future of… more
Nov 06, 2013
Bring up the words “virtual trade show” around many in our industry and eyes start to roll. You’re even likely to get the cold shoulder here and there. At least one person will emphatically state, “virtual shows will never replace face-to-face events.”
But two organizations have embraced virtual trade shows, while taking two very different approaches.
The International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) uses their virtual trade show as a marketing tool for their real world event. The virtual show, held almost four months prior to their real world show,… more
Nov 05, 2013
Food Services of America and the Oregon Convention Center reached a new high mark in their efforts to recycle, reuse or donate. FSA's Trends Show that took place Oct. 22 at the OCC achieved an 86-percent diversion rate, which included 2,080 pounds of pre-consumer food donated to the Oregon Food Bank, enough to provide 1,600 meals to the needy.
“We have about five food events a year, and while we don’t do this level of tracking for other shows, we can say it is rare to have that kind of commitment,” said OCC Sustainability Coordinator Erin Rowland. “This is… more
Nov 03, 2013
AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology has signed on UPS as a major sponsor for the organization and its massive trade show – International Manufacturing Technology Show.
UPS will now be recognized as an official “Global Logistics Provider to IMTS and AMT.”
“In AMT’s 110-year history, this is our first sponsorship with a global logistics provider,” said Peter Eelman, AMT vice president - exhibitions and communications.
He added, “We are confident UPS will bring great value to AMT members and IMTS stakeholders. UPS is known for… more
Nov 03, 2013
The overall fastest-growing show in net square footage was awarded to Hart Energy’s DUG Eagle Ford, and the overall fastest-growing show in attendance was awarded to George Little Management’s Surf Expo at the 4th Annual TSNN Awards, held Nov. 1-3 in Reno, Nev.
Barry Haest, vice president of events for Hart Energy, took the stage in front of a room filled with show organizers, their guests, sponsors and VIPS at the Peppermill Reno to accept the award.
“This is totally unexpected,” Haest said. “It’s really a team effort.”
Other fastest-growing show… 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