Business Travel Show announces focus on the geographical regions and expands showcases
March 2008
The 15th London Business Travel Show, 10th - 12th February 2009 at Earls Court is still 45 weeks away but the organisers are creating new geographical 'Pavilions' and visitor trails that focus on specific countries and global regions. The sector showcases; Technology, CSR and Business Meetings created last year will also be expanded.
The 'Pavilions' and visitor trails are: UK&I, Europe, The Americas, Middle East & Africa and Asia Pacific. Each will highlight hotels, serviced apartments, meeting and conference venues, and ground & air providers who serve that country or global region.
David Chapple, Business Travel Show event director, said: "Whether it's a trip from London to Manchester, a short hop into Europe or a longer trip to the West Coast of the US or China; it is the location of the business meeting that dictates the suppliers travel buyers can consider. Once the location is known, buyers then judge the suppliers who transport or accommodate their travellers on factors such as cost, service and value. By creating these Pavilions and trails we make it easier for the exhibitors and visitors to interact at the show and do business."
The Showcases; Technology, CSR and Business Meetings will be expanded for the 2009 show. Chapple commented, "These showcases were extremely popular with both visitors and exhibitors. Over 200 suppliers were highlighted across these three sectors and we anticipate there to be further growth in all three of these key visitor interest areas for the 2009 Show.
The Business Travel Show is the leading event for anyone who buys or manages company travel or books business trips and sources meeting venues over the Internet, the phone or through an agent.
Around 250 suppliers of cutting edge business travel products and services were at the 2008 Business Travel Show, including 60 first time exhibitors. The full exhibitor list and show images can be found at www.businesstravelshow.com.
For more information contact
David Chapple
Event Director
T: +44 (0) 20 7970 6553
david.chapple@centaur.co.uk