NZ's EMEX trade show to return in 2010

New Zealand’s biggest, oldest and most comprehensive engineering, machinery, electronics and manufacturing industry showcase returns next year and is already proving popular, with almost half the show space pre-booked.

EMEX 2010 is claimed to be the prime business tool for everyone working in industrial engineering and maintenance, control and instrumentation, machine technology, plant automation and monitoring, welding, forming and cutting, and software and computerisation. In many cases you can get hands-on experience with the technology and compare and contrast alternative solutions on site.

If you're grappling with problems or looking to make improvements and expansions you need to visit EMEX 2010. Similarly, if you're in the business of providing those solutions, you need to be exhibiting at EMEX, says Marketing Manager Marianne O'Donoghue.

“EMEX is held every two years and EMEX 2010 is already looking set to be bigger than 2008's. We've also been working to make the show even better than last time and have made many improvements and will be introducing some exciting new features,” O'Donoghue said.

EMEX 2010, which takes place from the 4-6 May 2010, will have an even bigger focus on new technologies and innovations and will see the return of the highly successful, popular and innovative heavy metal machine technology exhibition within EMEX.

Many exhibitors are planning to feature new technology, systems, software, equipment and instrumentation. As the prime event of its type and a vital industry business tool, companies exhibiting will be wanting to give visitors an unbeatable hands-on experience. They will also have their top people on site to ensure that immediate technical advice can be provided.

Show organiser dmg world media has also worked to enhance the learning and development aspect of EMEX 2010. There will be a seminar series as well as specially created ‘social’ areas to support visitors who want to network and talk over common issues and share experiences. The focus on business is a prime motivator for EMEX 2010 but it is said that it will also be fun. dmg world media has announced its intention to sell its Australian and New Zealand show portfolio (comprising 15 trade and consumer shows, including EMEX). The sale process is scheduled for completion by the end of November 2009. Importantly, all 2010 events and beyond, which include EMEX, are completely unaffected by the sale.

With almost half the space booked, EMEX 2010 is expected to attract at least 160 exhibitors. Some from overseas are already confirmed and EMEX 2010 is hoping to see at least 20 first-time exhibitors as well. As with previous EMEX events it is said there will be a high proportion of return visitors, with feedback from EMEX 2008 backing up the value of this vital part of the industry. First-time attendees are said to soon recognise the value of the show and make a point of returning to each subsequent EMEX.

Entry to EMEX is restricted to those working in engineering, manufacturing or technology roles and is free if you pre-register at www.emex.co.nz.