30 SHOW TIME
New records set at busy METS T
he Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS) confirmed its status as the world-leading B2B
event of its kind at Amsterdam RAI in November. A record number of 21,086 visitors (20,500 in 2013) were welcomed by a record number of 1,358 exhibitors (1,320 previously) and post-show surveys proved that visitors and exhibitors alike were pleased with the results of the three-day event. METS also attracted 6.5% more international visitors and 3% more decision- makers. The METS 2014 exhibition floor
was a hive of activity and the Marina & Yard Pavilion in which this magazine took a booth for the first time also enjoyed success as the global marina industry toured the show. The fact that 62% of the stand floor space has already been booked for METS 2015 endorses the popularity of the event.
“As impressive as these figures
are, the real tribute to the success of METS 2014 was the bustling atmosphere throughout the RAI complex,” said Irene Dros, Maritime Domain Manager at Amsterdam RAI. “From the excellent Breakfast
Briefing on the opening morning of the show to the final deal struck on the exhibition floor, from the high degree of knowledge exchange at the complementary conferences to the networking fun at the various social gatherings, METS was a great
place to be. Now the work starts to emulate this success again at METS 2015 and raise the bar even further!” The next Show will be held at
the Amsterdam RAI Convention Centre from 17-19 November, 2015.
Sales on course at Seawork 2015
With sales up 20% for Seawork compared to this time last year and limited exhibition space remaining, Europe’s largest commercial marine event is on course for another successful event at the ABP Port of Southampton
from 16-18 June, 2015. Seawork is a well-established
opportunity for exhibitors to come face-to-face with buyers and decision-makers from the commercial marine industry. More than 7,350 visitors from over
70 countries across the globe attended the previous event. The benefits of exhibiting at
Seawork 2015 include: • High calibre visitors, who visit to meet suppliers and view the latest products and marine solutions.
• Unique venue with a combination of pontoons, quayside, demonstration areas ashore and afloat, plus three halls of stands and pavilions.
• Established for 16 years and delivers a tried and tested commercial marine event that enhances sales and strengthens maritime brands.
• Popular location – Southampton is easily accessible from anywhere in the UK, Europe and further afield by road, air and sea. Seawork occurs every year and
for many exhibitors it is their main focus event for driving business for the following 12 months and beyond. The Seawork Sales Team has emphasised that there are exhibition stands and sponsorship opportunities available to suit all budgets. Seawork 2015
info@seawork.com www.seawork.com
MARINA EURO-REPORT • DECEMBER 2014
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