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IMEX 2013 in Frankfurt

The three days 21 to 23 May 2013 should be in the diary of every person engaged in the MICE sector. They promise to maintain the record of this 11-year-old ‘must-attend’ show that brings more and more people together to do business, network, learn new techniques and get to know new people.

In 2012, there were 3,500 exhibitors from 157 countries representing national and regional tourist offices, major hotel groups, airlines, destination management companies, service providers, trade associations and more. As many as 4,000 hosted buyers from more than 60 world markets congregated in Hall 8 of the Frankfurt Messe, contributing to a total of around 9,000 visitors for the show's busiest three days ever.

And IMEX 2013 is confidently expected to be even busier.

Hosted Buyers
Buyers are invited to attend IMEX either as part of the hosted buyer programme or independently as trade visitors. The hosted buyer programme includes economy flights or first class train travel from selected destinations, overnight accommodation, transfers between airport, hotel and exhibition, access to the hosted buyer lounge, exclusive registration facilities at the show plus access to the Online Diary.

To qualify for the hosted buyer programme, buyers have to meet certain quality criteria and commit to attending four individual appointments per day at the show with exhibitors of their choice.

Visit the IMEX 2013 website
To learn more about visiting as a hosted or independent buyer; to discover more about the show’s education programme and special events, to see a list of the IMEX Vision Initiatives and to find answers to any questions about IMEX 2013 in Frankfurt, visit www.imex-frankfurt.com/

For highlights of IMEX 2012 please visit: http://www.imex-frankfurt.com/highlights2012.html

World PCO Alliance exhibit at IMEX Frankfurt for the first time – Stand G240

World PCO Alliance
The rapidly expanding Group of 20 PCOs will for the first time exhibit at IMEX 2013.
The Alliance was formed 4 years ago and holds now 20 member PCOs.
"It is a natural step to showcase the success of the Alliance" says President elect Per Ankaer from ICS - International Conference Services in Denmark.
"The co-operation in the Alliance has been strengthened throughout the years and many clients have seen the advantage of working with a strong local PCO with a large international Network."


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London gets ‘Creative’ for IMEX

Taking inspiration from the dazzling visuals and colour of last year’s opening ceremony created by Danny Boyle, London's official CVB London & Partners are using ‘Creative’ as the key theme to their IMEX 2013 stand, which includes a number of creative themed activities across the business trade show IMEX which takes place in Frankfurt, 21-23 May 2013.

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England showcases science and innovation at IMEX 2013

In 2012, England proved to the world its expertise in hosting major international events such as the Olympic and Paralympic Games and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. But outside its royal heritage and sport, England’s science and innovation competes on a global scale too. 


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Development Counsellors International's study reveals North American meeting planner perceptions

Development Counsellors International (DCI) will present the findings of a survey of meeting planners at IMEX Frankfurt learning labs entitled, A View from Meeting Planners: Winning Strategies in Destination Marketing. The survey reveals what places are perceived to be the best locations for meetings while also profiling best practices for securing those meetings.

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IMEX targets corporate planners and senior executives with launch of new education event – Exclusively Corporate @ IMEX

IMEX in Frankfurt 2013 will see the launch of a new education and networking event designed specifically for corporate meeting planners and senior corporate executives. The pre-show event is attracting considerable interest with over 50 buyers expected to take part and participants from Amway, Estee Lauder, Johnson & Johnson and Merck & Co already confirmed. Attendance at the new event is open to both hosted buyers and visitors from the corporate sector.

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