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February 2009
Messe Düsseldorf North America INTERPLASTICA 2009 EXCEEDS EXHIBITORS’ EXPECTATIONSThe recent staging of INTERPLASTICA, International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber, demonstrated that the international plastics and rubber industry is confident in the Russian market: 560 exhibitors presented their products and services to 20,500 industry professionals from the entire Russian Federation and many neighboring countries (the visitor number includes attendees at the concurrently held UPAKOVKA/UPAK ITALIA trade fair). The good visitor response surpassed the expectations of the exhibitors, who reported a multitude of interesting contacts and detailed business talks during the four-day event. The region’s leading trade fair for the industry was staged for the twelfth time in Moscow and was organized by Messe Düsseldorf and its Russian subsidiary OOO Messe Düsseldorf Moscow. “The total number of visitors is slightly below last year’s, but in view of today’s tough economic climate we were quite pleased with the outcome,” commented Werner M. Dornscheidt, President and CEO of Messe Düsseldorf. “Especially considering our exhibitors’ positive reactions to the contacts and business talks generated here, which exceeded their expectations. This underscores the role international trade fairs continue to play in creating significant business opportunities. Suppliers and customers alike recognize INTERPLASTICA as a central information exchange forum for the industry in Russia.” The global financial and economic crisis has clearly made an impact in Russia, where forecasts are subdued. For the plastics and rubber industry, however, long-term prospects are considered promising, with still huge potential for investments here and in neighboring states. Mechanical engineers, raw materials producers, manufacturers of plastic and rubber products, logistics companies and service providers showcased their products at INTERPLASTICA 2009. Austria, China, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal and Turkey were represented in country group exhibits. The leading exhibitor nations were Germany with 149 companies, Russia with 147 and Italy with 102 exhibitors. With exhibitors from 30 countries, trade visitors gained a comprehensive overview of innovations from around the globe that are especially geared towards the Russian market. Exhibitors were able to get valuable information directly from the Russian customers as to their specific needs and development strategies. The next staging of INTERPLASTICA (again concurrently with UPAKOVKA/UPAK ITALIA) is scheduled for early 2010 in Moscow. For further information on visiting or exhibiting at INTERPLASTICA or UPAKOVKA/UPAK ITALIA 2010, contact Messe Düsseldorf North America, 150 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 2920, Chicago, IL 60601. Telephone: (312) 781-5180; Fax: (312) 781-5188; E-mail: info@mdna.com. Or visit the web site http://www.mdna.com # # # |