Busan International Motor Show 2018

https://korean-machinery.com///inquiryThe Busan International Motor Show 2018, based on the theme of “Beyond Innovation, Into the Future,” will be held over a period of 11 days, from June 7 (Thursday) to June 17 (Sunday), at BEXCO, Busan, Korea, starting with the press day on June 7 followed by the opening ceremony on June 8.
This year’s Busan International Motor Show 2018 will be held as a new type of motor show, demonstrating the development of information technology, which can be easily enjoyed by anyone.
Currently, 19 brands from both Korea and overseas completed vehicles have finished applications, ranging from the domestic complete vehicle brands, such as Hyundai Motor Company (including Genesis), Kia Motors Corporation, GM Korea Company’s Chevrolet, Renault Samsung Motors, etc. to Audi Korea, Toyota Motor Korea Co., Ltd., Lexus, Nissan Korea, Mercedes-Benz Korea, BMW, Mini, Jaguar, Land Rover Korea, Infiniti, MAN Truck & Bus Korea, Edison Motors, etc.
Next Mobility. So, in what form will the futuristic automobile of the next generation emerge? Reflecting the current trend that electronic vehicles and autonomous driving technology equipped with cutting-edge innovation are made public in full force and changes of the future automobile industry are suggested, the Busan International Motor Show 2018 plans to consider the future market and technology and keep pace with the tide of change, departing from the previous approach that focused on getting large and splendid.
The best feature of this year’s Motor Show is that it will be a diversified motor show revealing the extensive spectrum of the life with cars. In this context, besides car display of complete vehicle brands, various events will be held on the 3rd floor of the Second Exhibition Hall, such as Automotive Manufacturing Expo Korea 2018 for expanding the association effect of the car industry, and the Camping Car Show, for spreading the car-related leisure culture, The Special Room of the Future Automobiles for viewing the future of the car industry, and Personal Mobility Show and The Room of Car Life encompassing our life with cars. The KSAE (The Korean Society of Automotive Engineers) 2018 Annual Spring Conference, which will be held simultaneously from June 7 (Thursday) to June 9 (Saturday), will include paper presentations of studies covering the whole field of automobiles and will be the venue for exchanging updated information on automobiles. Especially, it is expected that important people will attend in full force this year in commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the KSAE.

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BEXCO, Aiming to Become a Global MICE Platform in 2018

https://korean-machinery.com///inquiryBEXCO (Busan Exhibition & Convention Center), as a landmark of Busan, an international maritime city and a hub of logistics in Northeast Asia, launched its successful history as a global-standard convention and exhibition center with the Busan International Motor Show in September 2001.

BEXCO features a large, pillar-free exhibition space that is fully flexible for any size of event, meeting rooms, outdoor exhibition space, modern facilities, convention halls and auditorium for large-scale international conferences and meetings.

With its innovative facilities, excellent accessibility, and superb customer service, BEXCO accommodates large-scale international exhibitions, including the biennially hosted Busan International Motor Show, Korea Railways and Logistics Fairs, Offshore Korea and Marine Week.

 

 

In addition, BEXCO has established itself as an exhibition convention center with unparalleled competitiveness in Northeast Asia by hosting international conferences and events, such as the 2002 Korea-Japan World Cup Final Draw Event, ICCA Annual Congress 2003, ITU Telecom Asia 2004, APEC 2005 Korea, ILO Asia and the Pacific Conference 2006, IFI Congress and World Interior Design Competition 2007, World Festival of Traditional Sports 2008, Third OECD Global Forum 2009, IPCC Congress 2010, Fourth High Level Forum on Aid Effectiveness 2011, 95th Lions Clubs Int’l Convention, IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition 2012, IUSSP International Population Conference 2013, The 10th General Assembly of the World Council of Churches 2013, 2014 ITU Plenipotentiary Conference, 2014 ASEAN-Republic of Korea Commemorative Summit, 2015 IDB-IIC Annual Conference, ITU Telecom World 2017 and more.

BEXCO is situated in the heart of Busan’s fastest-growing and most dynamic area. The Center features convenient amenities, beautiful scenery of nature and beaches of Haeundae and Gwanganri, 5-star-hotels and more accommodation to suit all budgets, shopping centers and other attractions for leisure and vacation.

Additionally, its state-of-the-art facilities enable BEXCO to host any kind of exhibition. The pillar-free exhibition space can withstand five tons of weight per 1m2 for heavy equipment. BEXCO also provides easy vehicle access for exhibits, booth construction and breakdown, a wide variety of choices for events with modern and advanced facilities including plumbing system, electricity supply, and communications system on-site. Each exhibition hall features a ceiling height of 12.5 – 22.5m, making it perfect for international largescale trade hall. The complete view of the exhibition hall from the organizer’s offices help the organizers remain in touch with the exhibition visitors and the exhibitors.

To meet the needs for bigger exhibition and meeting space, construction of the new exhibition halls and auditorium were completed in June 2012. BEXCO has expanded 20,000 square-meters of exhibition space and an auditorium that accommodates 4,000 people. With the new buildings, the Center will be able to host a wide variety of international events and provide the highest level of service, ensuring BEXCO remains a symbolic landmark of Busan’s and a global MICE platform.

 

Major Exhibitions in 2018

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Korean Exhibition Industry Maintains Its Fame As a “Golden Goose”

https://korean-machinery.com///inquiryThe exhibition industry, often referred to as a “Golden Goose,” is attracting worldwide attention. Korea’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) industry also seeks to revitalize the exhibition industry through a project plan to expand the infrastructure such as the construction of the COEX Jamsil and the 3rd KINTEX exhibition center.
Combined with cultural heritages accumulated over thousands of years and exciting modern attractions, state-of-the-art convention facilities and affordable accommodation, Korea’s MICE industry makes the country one of the fastest emerging MICE destinations in the world.
According to the results of the Korea Exhibition Industry Statistical Survey (2016) published by the Association of Korea Exhibition Industry (AKEI) on September 28, 2017, a total of 568 exhibitions were held in Korea in 2016. The average number of exhibitors was 151 and the average number of visitors was 13,388. This indicates an increase in the number of exhibitions, average exhibition area, and average number of visitors compared to 2015. In particular, the number of exhibitors increased. In addition, the domestic organizers’ overseas expansion showed a significant increase compared to that of previous years. The total sales of the industry in 2016 totaled KRW3.454 trillion, exceeding the KRW 2.11 trillion of the flourishing film industry in Korea.

For convention and exhibition organizers, as well as business travelers, this month’s Korea Buyers Guide covers major exhibition centers in Korea and how they are being better-equipped for international conventions and exhibitions.

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