Koelnmesse to launch trade show in Singapore

According to a press release, the trade show, which will be designed as a launching pad for major brands into South-East Asia and The Pacific, will cover 8,000 square meters of exhibition space. Visitors will include trade representatives, dealers, studio owners, publishing professionals, professional photographers, and photography and videography enthusiasts.

P.I.X – Photo Imaging X-change is an interactive event, comprising conferences, seminars and classes for anyone interested in imaging and photography. The multi-tracked conference features business-related seminars with key members of the photo and imaging industry, classes by renowned photographers, photography workshops tailored for different skill levels and niches, photo safaris to iconic spots in Singapore, photo competitions, photo salons and photographer awards. There will also be a Photo Editors & Chief Photographers Summit where world-renowned photographers will be on-hand to share their expertise and experience.

A report by IDC predicts that the market for digital cameras in Asia Pacific is growing quickly and will account for 40 percent of the worldwide digital camera shipments by 2010.

According to a press release, Imaging Expo Singapore is expected to attract 150 exhibitors, 4,000 visitors from the region and 26,000 visitors from Singapore.

Koelnmesse Pte Ltd., the local subsidiary of the Koelnmesse Group, will be responsible for all preparations and the on-site management of the event. More information is available on www.imaging-expo-singapore.com.