It has been announced at a special launch event that Africa’s leading timber trade exhibition is to be held for the second year running in Johannesburg.
Would be exhibitors are already booking space for WoodEX for Africa 2013, which will be held at the Gallagher Convention Centre from March 21-23 2013.
Highlight of the event is the Timber Games which features South Africa’s most talented chainsaw operators who will take part in a competition showcasing their skills in speed cutting and carving.
Another highlight on the programme will be the demonstrations by celebrated DIY guru and television personality Riaan Garforth-Venter, better known as Die Nutsman.
Riaan, who is synonymous with creative ideas, DIY, eco-tips, conservation and beautiful homes, will share his passion for wood by demonstrating various techniques, and he will also use this platform to film one of his Nutsman television programmes.
Speaking at the launch, WoodEX Exhibition Manager Lynn Chamier, said the international interest in WoodEX has grown tremendously since the inaugural exhibition earlier this year, and agents in Europe and China are actively marketing the show.
She said: “Bookings for exhibition space are already more than 50 percent up compared to the same time last year, and we are receiving enquiries daily. We are looking forward to an excellent event in 2013.”
A first at WoodEX for Africa 2013 will be the introduction of The Hub, an area where ‘first-time’ exhibitors will be able to book stands in a specific area called The Hub.
Chamier said: “This area, which is an open space with a cocktail table, chairs, brochure stand and pull-up banner included in the price, is ideal for smaller companies who would like to exhibit for the first time, as it allows them the chance to showcase their products and services at a reduced cost.”
Another first at WoodEX for Africa 2013 are Timber Talks, a number of short seminars which will provide a dynamic and interactive learning experience to visitors at the exhibition. Timber Talks will offer visitors the opportunity to share knowledge and stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the industry.
During the launch event Chamier welcomed the latest exhibitors who have confirmed their participation in the event. These include PG Bison, WoodMizer, Stihl, Hintech Manufacturing, WoodTech, Dieffenbacher, National Edging, Universal Plywood, UPM Plywood, IMA Klessmann GmbH, Rhino Modified Wood, Simpson Strong-Tie, Lonza Wood Protection, Microvellum Software, Wizcad, Leitz Tooling, FX Veneer, Cell Hardware Products, Quart International, Alternative Structures, Pretoria Timber Treaters, Easy Clip, South African Wood Preservers Association, Pride of Africa, Forestry SA, The Wood Foundation, Sawmilling SA, The Institute for Timber Frame Builders, Eva-Last, Holzbearbeitungsysteme, Suzhou Wude Wood-Based Panel Machinery, Chengdu Yibai Cutting Tools, ITC-SA and Staalmeester.
Source :africanbusinessreview.co.za
