News
Apr 08, 2013
Food Waste Recycling World will be collocated alongside Clarion Event North America's Atlanta Foodservice Expo Oct. 20-22 at Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center.
“Our goal is to provide a forum with Food Waste Recycling World that will provide solutions and better practices for the reduction of food waste,” said Peter Johnson, owner of SEMCO Productions.
He added, “We are excited about the potential to advance the food waste conversation through the collaboration of the major food supply chain that will be on hand at the Atlanta Foodservice Expo.”
Food… more
Apr 06, 2013
ISH China & CIHE – the China International Trade Fair for Sanitation, Heating, Ventilation & Air-Conditioning, on tap this week in Beijing, will be 13-percent larger than last year’s event.
The exhibition is taking place in Beijing’s biggest exhibition venue, the New China International Exhibition Centre, where it will cover six halls, totaling 80,000 square meters of exhibition space.
Exhibitors are expected to show their latest selection of products and technological breakthroughs in items such as boilers, wall-hung boilers, heat pumps, solar energy-based… more
Apr 06, 2013
The Coex Convention and Exhibition Center in Seoul has named Bo Kyung Byun as its new president and CEO, taking over for three-year predecessor Sung Won Hong .
The leadership transition was effective as of March 28.
Byun has extensive experience heading several of Korea’s top information and technology corporations, including LG-IBM PC and KOLON Global.
Since 2011, Byun has contributed substantially to Korea’s global convention and exhibition industry and international relations through his role as CEO and president of the Seoul Business Agency, one of Korea’s leading… more
Apr 06, 2013
The 3rd edition of the Beijing International Emergency Rescue Expo (ERE China), an event dedicated to advancing the Chinese emergency rescue industry, continues to receive positive industry support.
The event, co-organized by E.J. Krause & Associates and authorized by the Ministry of Commerce of People’s Republic of China, has gained backing from several organizations, such as the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters, National Security and Emergency Rescue Command Center, Equipment & Finance Bureau of the Ministry of Public Security, P.R. China, China Marine… more
Apr 06, 2013
If our recent article on Big Data whetted your curiosity to know more, here are some examples which illustrate how varied organizations and communities are currently using or planning to use Big Data technique in real life to get better insights and improve critical aspects of their projects.
Fujitsu Laboratories Limited recently announced the development of high-speed data processing technology that enables the timely utilization of big data. Fujitsu plans to collect and process social media data to provide real-time recommendations to prospective customers by 2014. Learn more… more
Apr 06, 2013
The Australian International Motor Show(AIMS) has announced the cancellation of the 2013 edition of the exhibition which was originally scheduled to be held in June in Melbourne.
According to the organiser of AIMS, the decision to cancel was based on consensus from the local auto industry and it follows a trend of recent suspensions and cancellations of motor shows in in London, Zagreb and Amsterdam. The Australian auto industry claimslimited marketing budgetsare forcingpotential exhibitors to allocate marketing spend to activities other than exhibitions. Future editions of the show have not… more
Apr 06, 2013
Co-located events, SIGN Chinaand LED China, both reportedly recorded double digit growth in terms of exhibition space, exhibitor numbers and visitor numbers. The two events, organised by UBM Trust (a UBM Asiajoint venture company), were held at the China Import and Export Fair Complex (Pazhou Complex) in Guangzhou from 1st to 4th March.
SIGN China covered a total space of 120,000 m2, up 20 percent compared with 2012. Exhibitor numbers grew by 15.5 percent to reaching 1,530. While LED China’s total exhibition space was 80,000 m2, a year-on-year increase of 14 percent and it attracted… more
Apr 06, 2013
Informa Australia, part of the Informa Exhibitions, has announced the acquisition of the Australian Home Buyers & Investor Show from Event Management International (EMI). No financial details have been disclosed.
Australian Home Buyers & Investor Show, in its 7th year, is focused on home buyers and property investors in Australia. According to media reports, the deal also includes another of EMI’s events, Trading & Investing Seminars & Expo, which was launched in 2001 and provides information and education to traders and investors. The two events are held in Perth,… more
Apr 06, 2013
Messe Frankfurt’s Spring edition of the Interstoff Asia Essential exhibition, held earlier this month, recorded a total of 229 exhibitors and 7,244 visitors.
Interstoff Asia Essential – Spring was held from 13th to 15th March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). The three-day event included a trends forum, fashion shows, a functional fabrics display area and seminar programme focused on three key areas: design & trends, marketing strategy and technology.
Senior General Manager at Messe Frankfurt (HK), Ms Wendy Wen, said, “We continue to position… more
Apr 06, 2013
If our recent article on Big Data whetted your curiosity to know more, here are some examples which illustrate how varied organizations and communities are currently using or planning to use Big Data technique in real life to get better insights and improve critical aspects of their projects.
Fujitsu Laboratories Limited recently announced the development of high-speed data processing technology that enables the timely utilization of big data. Fujitsu plans to collect and process social media data to provide real-time recommendations to prospective customers by 2014. Learn more… 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