30 January 2002MELBOURNE - AIME 2002 in Melbourne next month is set to
become the most crucial gathering in the event's history as
the Asia/Pacific industry comes together for the first time
since the events of September 11.
The mood is likely to be one of optimism despite the
damage inflicted on the meetings industry in the aftermath
of the US terrorist attacks.
Exhibitors and delegates will be keen to look forward
and will welcome opportunities to explore fightback
strategies with industry colleagues.
AIME has been well supported with a 10-15 percent
increase in space among exhibitors from Asia, strong
support from Australian exhibitors, and many companies
participating for the first time.
Reed Travel Exhibitions - the organiser - is expecting
close to 600 exhibitors.
AIME exhibition manager David Crooke said that although
this year's show will have about the same number of
exhibitors as last year, many companies have increased
their space this year.
Among others, Singapore and Hong Kong will be strongly
represented at AIME this year. The Singapore Pavilion will
host 24 companies, including 12 of the island's leading
hotels.
The Hong Kong Tourism Board will be joined by 15
industry partners - including Cathay Pacific and the Hong
Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre - on the
largest-ever Hong Kong stand, 120 sqm.
AIME 2002 will be held on February 19-20 at the
Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre.
For more information, click www.aime.com.au