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The Opportunities Canada Expo was started to meet the skill shortage crisis that Canada currently faces. Successfully, with over 75,000 people being attracted to the UK-based Expos for Australia and New Zealand.
Posted: 2009-03-05
Category: Destinations
The Westpoint Arena Exhibition Centre in Exeter, UK, is the largest exhibition and entertainment venue in the South West to date with a holding capacity of up to 7,500 people.
Posted: 2009-03-05
Category: Management
The hearth, modernly known as the fireplace or an oven used for cooking, can be found in almost all homes, especially in the West. Man has been using hearths for food, heating as well as displays. Being an integral part of the home, science and technology have since been improving on the manufacture of hearths.
Posted: 2009-03-05
Category: Marketing
For everyone who loves and adores pets, The Ultimate Pet Show 2009 will be the greatest up and coming show you won't want to miss! Running from the 2nd to the 4th of May 2009 in NEC, Birmingham; The Ultimate Pet Show is packed with animal themed fun things to do and see, great products on sale, expert advice and much more.
Posted: 2009-03-05
Category: Pets
The Business Travel Market 2009 is the new one-stop event for anyone and everyone who deals with travelling; be it buying, booking, or just arranging on behalf of their organisation.
Posted: 2009-03-05
Category: Vacations
Originally intended to hosts shows focusing on agriculture and horses, the Verona Exhibition Centre now hosts exhibitions on wines, weddings, education to art.
Posted: 2009-03-05
Category: Destinations
The much awaited Birmingham Annual National Wedding Show takes place on the 13th of March 2009 and runs through to and including the 15th. The wedding exhibition, which will bring everything bridal and wedding related under one roof will be conducted at the famous NEC exhibition centre.
Posted: 2009-03-05
Category: Weddings
The Gadget Show Live is one of the most popular consumer electronics exhibitions in the United Kingdom and this event is scheduled to take place at the popular and spacious NEC exhibition centre in Birmingham, again this year.
Posted: 2009-03-05
Category: Computer
The Wireless and Mobile 2009 event is one of the best platforms to promote mobile communications in the UK. This event draws several exhibitors interested in building reliable and economically sound relationships with exiting customers, while at the same time broadening their network of clients.
Posted: 2009-03-05
Category: Wireless
With over sixty years of experience in hosting trade shows, exhibitions and events, the Feria de Zaragoza Exhibition Centre or Saragossa´s fair, has witnessed some very popular events and concerts. Maintaining its traditional style but capable of meeting all present day exhibition venue demands in terms of space, facilities and location, the Zaragoza Exhibition Centre is a favourite choice of most event organisers.
Posted: 2009-01-28
Category: Small Business
A unique golf travel event, the International Golf Travel Market is one of the premier golf events each year and one that attracts golf tour operators and exhibitors from around the world. Based on the excellent results of the show, the International Golf Travel Market 2009 is expected to be even better this year and once again will take place in Marbella, Andalucia, Spain.
Posted: 2009-01-28
Category: Management
After the tremendous success of the SIF&Co 2008 event in October, exhibitors and visitors have already started looking forward to the next World Franchising Exhibition that is to take place in October 2009, again at the Feria Valencia, Spain. Popular in the franchising industry, SIF&Co has built a reputation for itself as the most efficient world-franchising event of its kind in the last twenty years of its experience.
Posted: 2009-01-28
Category: Advertising
The Feria de Madrid Exhibition Centre or IFEMA has been a hotspot of activity since 1980, attracting companies, exhibitors and visitors from all around the world. The Feria de Madrid Exhibition Centre is a popular location for holding conferences, organising events, growing networks and most importantly creating business with global sellers.
Posted: 2009-01-28
Category: Marketing
One of Spain's most popular venues, the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) is a unique place for bringing together people from different walks of life to promote cultural as well as economic development. With versatility being one of its many advantages, the centre attracts exhibitors, visitors, corporate people and client and performers from around the world to showcase their products, services and talents as well as to build their networks.
Posted: 2009-01-28
Category: Marketing
Situated in Berlin's new Environmental Zone, the pristine German architecture of the Messe Berlin Exhibition Centre is host to the International Trade Fair for Transport Technology (InnoTrans), the international forum for passenger and freight transport technology companies that meets every two years.
Posted: 2009-01-28
Category: Management
Flying over bustling Kowloon Bay reveals the future of the enterprising Chinese landscape; this sentiment is captured by the ominous Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) and AsiaWorld Expo (AWE) mega-complex that is hosting the third edition of the Hong Kong International Furniture Fair (HKIFF).
Posted: 2009-01-28
Category: Destinations
One of the most sought after venues in the Netherlands, Rotterdam's Ahoy Exhibition Centre is an excellent option for organising events such as concerts, sporting events, conferences, trade fairs, presentations and meetings. The Ahoy is a sizeable venue with excellent facilities and exhibition space to accommodate very large international exhibitions.
Posted: 2009-01-13
Category: Entrepreneurs
A popular venue with exhibitors and visitors alike, the Brussels Expo in Belgium is host to almost 60 exhibitions annually. The Brussels Expo offers a dozen halls, varying in size from 3,000 to 13,000 square metres as well as two auditoriums and several conference and meeting rooms, making it the largest exhibition venue in the country.
Posted: 2009-01-13
Category: Management
The Euro Amusement Show (EAS) is an international exposition of products, services and equipment related to the field of amusement and the theme park industry. The show is arranged by the European Association Amusement supplier Industry (EAASI) and the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA).
Posted: 2009-01-13
Category: Entrepreneurs
The Europort 2009 is one of the most exclusive events representing the ship building industry and is the perfect networking platform for all those in this field. Attracting professionals from the world's best maritime companies, the Europort 2009 will begin on the 3rd of November 2009 and continue till the 6th of the same month.
Posted: 2009-01-13
Category: Management
The Industrial Maintenance Show will make its thirteenth appearance in April, 2009 and will bring together suppliers of maintenance services, spare parts, tools, heavy machinery and equipment. The event will also draw equipment providers from the IT industry as well as those from the IT knowledge sector.
Posted: 2009-01-13
Category: Entrepreneurs
Tourism is a fast growing industry and the Brussels Travel Expo is one of the best launching pads for companies, businesses and entrepreneurs in this field. The Expo provides DMC's (destination management companies), convention bureaus and hotels with a great platform to network within their industry. It also provides them with the opportunity to find new clients among the event's various international visitors.
Posted: 2009-01-13
Category: Entrepreneurs
The Annual International Chocolate Show which takes place each year in Pier 94 in Manhattan, NYC, is an exhibition the bringing an incredible array of international chocolatiers and connoisseurs under one roof - for a weekend of food, wine, fashion, culinary commerce, and of course, chocolate.
Posted: 2008-12-12
Category: Marketing
In the heart of Fairfax County, Virginia stands the Dulles Expo Centre (DEC) - the second-largest exhibition and events facility for the Northern Virginia and Metropolitan Washington, D.C. area. This 200,000 square-foot exhibition hall is located only six miles south of the Washington-Dulles International Airport, and resides in the midst of Virginia's premiere technology sector along Route 28, between Interstate 66 and Dulles Toll Road.
Posted: 2008-12-12
Category: Marketing
After several years of holding their successful exhibitions in the United States and throughout much of Europe, Stainless Steel World magazine will host its annual Stainless Steel World Conference and Exhibition (SSWCE) at the Maastricht Expositie and Congres Centrum (MECC) exhibition centre in Maastricht, the Netherlands.
Posted: 2008-12-12
Category: Marketing
Promising to be an event that can match the other main motor shows around the world, the Amsterdam International Motor Show showcases some of the best models of automobiles available internationally. In addition to this, the event also offers visitors the opportunity to test drive some of these amazing vehicles. The exhibition focuses on innovation, mobility and entertainment.
Posted: 2008-12-12
Category: Marketing
The popular HISWA Amsterdam Boat Show is scheduled to take place again in March 2009 and is expected to provide water sport enthusiasts with the best in boats, water sports and navigation equipment. The event will begin on the 3rd of March 2009 and will last for six days, going on through to the 8th March 2009.
Posted: 2008-12-12
Category: Marketing
The Millionaire Fair Exhibition was first started in the Netherlands in an effort to showcase the products and services of the luxury industry. The aim of the Millionaire Fair exhibition in Amsterdam is to bring the best and most expensive products from various industries into the view of the public. The first event was held in 2002 and was an immediate success.
Posted: 2008-12-12
Category: Marketing
Surrounded by the charm of extraordinary architecture and scenic natural beauty, the Buffalo Niagara Convention Centre makes an ideal destination for organising events and hosting shows that would leave visitors, exhibitors, hosts and guests with a memorable experience.
Posted: 2008-11-19
Category: Marketing
50 years of experience in hosting shows, events and exhibitions has added to the magnetism of Western Virginia's Charleston Civic Centre which has attracted thousands of exhibitors, event organisers and visitors around the world to choose this centre as a venue for growth and entertainment.
Posted: 2008-11-19
Category: Marketing
A very popular exhibition in Florida every year, the Annual Miami International Wine Fair is a three-day event which is held at Florida's largest venue, the Miami Beach Convention Centre. Miami Beach Convention Centre has been home to some large exhibitions and fairs and this event is popular both with novice wine lovers as well as connoisseurs of wine.
Posted: 2008-11-19
Category: Travel & Leisure
The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Show is an annual event that has seen tremendous growth and success in the last few years at USA's second largest centre, the Orange County Convention Centre (OCCC) in Florida. The show is looked forward to by all exhibitors and visitors as it not only plays the role of an interactive ground for exhibitors but also as a platform for sharing, learning, implementing new and positive solutions and ideas into one's
Posted: 2008-10-16
Category: Management
South Florida's largest convention centre, the Miami Beach Convention Center first opened in 1957 and has since witnessed great historical events like the one in 1964 where Muhammad Ali won his first Heavyweight Championship; the Republican National Convention in 1968 and the Democratic National Convention in 1974 which was attended by over 45,000 delegates.
Posted: 2008-10-16
Category: Management
The second largest convention centre in the US, the Orange County Convention Centre (OCCC) is an ideal venue for all occasions and events. With over 20 years of experience in hosting large events, in which it has undergone five major expansions to reach its current ranking, the OCCC is located in the heart of downtown Orange County.
Posted: 2008-10-16
Category: Management
Beautifully located on the bank of the Detroit River, the Cobo Conference/Exhibition Centre was opened in 1960 and went through a $225 million expansion in 1989 to become one of America's most popular venues preferred by exhibitors and individuals alike.
Posted: 2008-10-16
Category: Marketing
The George R. Brown Convention Centre at Houston was inaugurated in 1987 and has seen over 20 years of glory as a centre for various prestigious, developmental as well as philanthropic events.
Posted: 2008-10-16
Category: Small Business
The Sharonville Convention Center which opened in 1994 is located in the "City of Progress," (Sharonville) and in the last 14 years has created a reputation for itself as being one of the most sought after centers that provide excellent facilities for business meetings, banquets, wedding receptions as well as cultural events in greater Cincinnati.
Posted: 2008-10-16
Category: Small Business
Atlanta's major centre, the Georgia World Congress and Exhibition Centre is the fourth largest in the US and is the United States' first state owned Convention Centre. A centre that has witnessed all kinds of events ranging from the world's finest conventions to all kinds of sporting events, the Georgia Centre was the chosen venue for the 41st Miss World Pageant in 1991.
Posted: 2008-10-16
Category: Small Business
The Moscone Convention Centre is the largest exhibition centre at San Francisco, California. An ideal venue for concerts, meetings, conferences and various types of events, the centre situated in the heart of downtown is San Francisco's premier exhibition facility.
Posted: 2008-10-16
Category: Small Business
Rosemont, Illinois is a one stop centre for hosting all kinds of events from cultural entertaining concerts to professional business meets. An enigma in its right, it is home to some very popular centres, ballrooms, theatres and arenas that have witnessed unforgettable events.
Posted: 2008-10-16
Category: Small Business
The Annual Baby Show is held on the 12th-14th October at the NEC and acts as a one-stop shop for over 14,000 visitors comprising mostly of parents and parents-to-be. The show is a definite treat for all expecting mothers and fathers and it is a great platform for getting the best for their child.
Posted: 2008-09-17
Category: Marketing
First held in 2005, the Down Under Expo 2008 is the fourth of its kind. This year, the show will also be incorporating the Working Abroad Expo at its venue: the Industries Hall, RDS, Dublin. The Down Under Expo in Ireland is to take place from the 27th of September from 10.00am to 5.00pm and on the 28th of September from12 Noon to 5.00pm.
Posted: 2008-09-17
Category: Vacations
In today's fast moving world where hobbies are closely related to technology, the so called 'traditional' hobbies have almost become extinct. However, admiration for art and crafts still continues to grow with the new generation keen on not only learning but also sharing their expertise to keep alive skills passed on through the generations.
Posted: 2008-09-17
Category: Marketing
Being Ireland's only dedicated consumer Pet Exhibition, the Pet expo 2008 which is scheduled to take place on the 17th of October 2008 to the 19th of October, is expected to attract over 30,000 visitors in this three day event at Simmonscourt Hall, RDS, Dublin.
Posted: 2008-09-17
Category: Marketing
The much awaited Scottish Caravan and Outdoor Leisure Show is scheduled to start on the 5th of February 2009 and goes on until the 8th at the SECC, Glasgow. Occupying 10,000 square meters in area, the SECC has 5 exhibition halls, all of which will be occupied by the show in 2009.
Posted: 2008-09-17
Category: Outdoors
Marriages, people say are made in heaven. However, as all of us are well aware, there is plenty of organisation and effort that goes into planning a wedding and making sure that the whole occasion is a memorable experience for both the couple as well as guests.
Posted: 2008-09-17
Category: Marketing
September 2008 means it is that time of year again with the National Incentive Show at the NEC. The event will focus on the promotion of staff welfare and retaining staff through incentives, and is expected to bean even bigger success than the previous exhibition.
Posted: 2008-09-02
Category: Management
The much anticipated Pharmacy Show 2008 at NEC Birmingham will take place on the 12th and 13th of October, bringing together pharmacists and buyers from all over the Globe. While registration is completely free, this trade event is only for industry buyers, pharmacists and their staff, thus providing an excellent platform for buyers to compare products and services from over 80 different pharmaceutical companies.
Posted: 2008-09-02
Category: Management
Beginning on the 28th of November, the annual Motor Cycle Show will continue till the 7th of December 2008 and is sure to be an exciting event for all motorcycle and scooter enthusiasts. The show is to feature a large collection of the latest motorcycle models and motor services from various exhibitors across the globe.
Posted: 2008-09-02
Category: Motorcycles
The Bus Expo 2008 at Europe is expected to be even better than last year's exhibition and is to be held at the NEC, Birmingham. The Euro Bus Expo is believed to be Europe's largest bus and coach business platform. The three day exhibition which begins on the 4th of November and continues on to the 6th will combine trade shows, free seminars and conferences along with several outdoor displays.
Posted: 2008-09-02
Category: Small Business
The series of British knitting and stitching shows which start from the middle of September and go on till the end of November are sure to sweep all textile admirers and stitching enthusiasts off their feet. Scheduled to begin at the NEC, Birmingham between the 11th and 14th of September, the Knitting and Stitching Exhibitions will then be hosted at Alexandra Palace, London between the 9th and 12th of October.
Posted: 2008-09-02
Category: Crafts
The Cleaning Show 2009 which has been scheduled to take place between 10th to 12th March 2009 at the NEC, Birmingham is organised once every two years by the BCCE, a company which is jointly owned by the British Cleaning Council and Quartz Publishing and Exhibitions.
Posted: 2008-09-02
Category: Management
Showcasing the best models on four wheels, the Classic Motor Show features a diverse range of classic cars for all those who are passionate about these automobiles. Displaying over a thousand cars which cover a wide spectrum of colours and models, from easily accessible classics to unique designer masterpieces, the show pays tribute to every automobile age, brand and design, from vintage to veteran classics.
Posted: 2008-08-20
Category: Cars
Celebrating their 20th Anniversary at the NEC Birmingham this year, the British Ski Show is open to all enthusiasts of the sport with no restrictions regarding their expertise in the field. Welcoming first timers and expert professionals alike, the most awaited British Ski Show starts from 31st October and continues till the 2nd of November 2008 at Hall 12 in NEC, Birmingham.
Posted: 2008-08-20
Category: Skiing
The Leisure Industry Week (LIW) is all set to begin on the 23rd of September and will then continue on till the 25th at the NEC Birmingham. Designed by Edward Mills, the NEC occupies a total space of about total 190,000 square metres and has been equipped with 21 interconnected halls, making this venue Europe's seventh largest exhibition centre.
Posted: 2008-08-20
Category: Marketing
The annual Harrogate fair is to take place on the 11th of January and continue on to the 14th. The event will display a veritable cornucopia of Christmas related items and holiday gifts for visitors to purchase.
Posted: 2008-08-13
Category: Marketing
The National Floors Exhibition is perhaps one of the more comprehensive events that showcase every aspect of flooring. This event encompasses various sections like floor materials, designs and styles. The event is to take place at Harrogate beginning on the 2nd of September and running on to the 4th.
Posted: 2008-08-13
Category: Marketing
The PostExpo, held every year in London, is one of the more prestigious events in the postal industry. Having run successfully for 12 years, the one being held this year at the ExCel exhibition venue, London from September 30th to October 2nd promises to outdo its predecessors altogether. The event brings together professionals from every aspect of the postal industry, whether it is the post delivery services or mailing.
Posted: 2008-08-10
Category: Marketing
Showcasing a trend that has recently taken root in the country, the Health Tourism Show is an exhibition that works to acquaint interested guests with the finer points related to the health industry. The event has been organised by Pro Global Media, and will take place on the 25th and 26th of October at the Olympia II in London.
Posted: 2008-08-10
Category: Marketing
Ideal for interior decorators, home stylists, architects and individuals just looking to remodel their homes affordably, the Home Discount Show is the perfect marketing opportunity for both buyers and sellers. Commencing on the 26th of September, and continuing for two days at Earl's Court London, the exhibition has a lot on offer.
Posted: 2008-08-10
Category: Marketing
The Passenger Terminal Exhibition 2009 is to be held in ExCel, London and is expected to be even more spectacular than last year's event. The Passenger Terminal Exhibition has been acclaimed as the largest international airport terminal exposition and conference and is to take place from the 25th of May to the 26th.
Posted: 2008-08-10
Category: Marketing
Salon International, the best known event in world hairdressing, comes to ExCel London this fall in October from Saturday the 18th to Monday the 20th. The exhibition will showcase hairstylists from all over the world, highlighting the latest trends in hairdressing in a live runway show. The event will also feature the latest innovations and techniques in hair design, while sourcing the best in hair care products.
Posted: 2008-08-10
Category: Marketing
Since its establishment in 1992, the Home Building and Renovation Exhibition has grown to include six individual shows spread around the UK. The main event is held at the NEC, Birmingham, and two other major events will be held at ExCel, London and SECC in Glasgow. Three regional shows will be held at Peterborough, Harrogate and Somerset.
Posted: 2008-08-10
Category: Marketing
Taking place in Earls Court Two in London, the International Jewellery London 2008 show will start on the 31st of August 2008 and continue until 3rd September 2008. Organized by Reed Exhibitions, the trade show targets the business, services, retail, travel and publishing sectors.
Posted: 2008-07-22
Category: Marketing
Online Information 2008 is projected as an 'event where content and technology meet'. Six important categories will be explored in detail at this event for techies, consumers, and businesses. These include online content resources, ePublishing, library management systems, content management expo, Web 2.0 technologies and search solutions.
Posted: 2008-07-22
Category: Internet Marketing
This 2008, the 20th anniversary of The Restaurant Show, which is now a mainstay on the event agenda of those in the catering industry. This year's show will include demonstrations, workshops, competitions and interactive stands.
Posted: 2008-07-22
Category: Food & Beverage
Running from the 8th to the 9th of October 2008, the World Fruit & Vegetable Show is a remarkable trading opportunity for production and marketing businesses serving the fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, dried fruit and nuts sectors. Visitors from across the UK and western Europe are in attendance to look over the products and services being demonstrated.
Posted: 2008-07-22
Category: Food & Beverage
Running from the 31st of October to the 2nd of November 2008 at ExCel London, the Stuff Live Exhibition 2008 will incorporate the What Hi-Fi? Sound and Vision event. The combination required a larger floor space than that offered by Stuff Live's usual venue at the Novotel Hotel in West London, and so the ExCel London was chosen for its 5,000+ square meters of exhibition space.
Posted: 2008-07-22
Category: Marketing
The E-Commerce 2008 Exhibition will run from the 28th to the 29th of October at Olympia's prestigious National Hall in London. Visitors can look forward to free entry, free access to all education and a free copy of the exhibition catalogue. Said to be the largest exhibition in the UK dedicated exclusively to e-commerce, the event is expected to include more than 150 exhibitors and offers over 60 educational sessions.
Posted: 2008-07-22
Category: Marketing
For three days packed with information, advice and entertainment, head out to one of the Baby Shows Exhibitions. The event focuses on pregnancy, birth, babies and toddlers. Young mothers, individuals who care for infants, paediatricians, experts, manufacturers of baby products and more gather for the opportunity to exchange views, offer tips, and provide up-to-date information.
Posted: 2008-07-11
Category: Marketing
Organised by French Property News Limited, the French Property 2008 Exhibition will be held at Olympia Two from the 12th to the 14th September 2008. This major event for property buyers and sellers alike offers the perfect opportunity for both groups to meet and consider their shared interests.
Posted: 2008-07-11
Category: Marketing
The Great British Beer Festival celebrates beer from across the UK, and indeed, the world from the 5th to the 9th of August 2008 at Earls Court in London. Connoisseurs and amateurs alike are in attendance to sample some of the best beer in the world. More than 750 types of beer will be available for sale, out of which 450 are choice British ales.
Posted: 2008-07-11
Category: Marketing
The UK is home to a number of prestigious exhibition centres, each of which host a large number of world-famous exhibitions each year. Here is a compilation of five travel exhibitions that are well worth attending and which might be of particular interest to anyone who works in or with the travel industry.
Posted: 2008-07-02
Category: Marketing
Running from the 10th to the 13th of November 2008, the World Travel Market is a business to business exhibition that attracts travel industry executives and their clients from across the world.
Posted: 2008-07-02
Category: Marketing
Come summertime, all eyes are on the BBC Summer Festival program schedule. Held at the NEC, Birmingham, the annual event attracts large crowds from all walks of life and of all ages.
Posted: 2008-07-02
Category: Marketing
