5 Exhibitions at the SECC

The Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) is the premier venue for exhibitions and conferences in Scotland and one of the UKs top venues. Below we look at some of the exhibitions at the ultra modern venue in Glasgow which you might want to consider attending each year.

The Scottish Wedding Show - This is the largest exhibition of wedding services and products in Scotland. There are exhibitors from companies and organisations related to every different aspect of the wedding experience. In total there are around 300 hundred different exhibitors making this the most comprehensive show in the country.

Scotland's Ski & Snowboard Show - Although Scotland may not be immediately associated as a major snowboarding or ski destination, there is certainly a large market in the country of those who enjoy travelling around the world enjoying the various resorts. At this exhibition you can access all of the latest products, services and packages.

The Telegraph CRUISE Show - At this show you can meet with all of the main tour operators from this extravagant industry. Not only is this a great chance to gain an overall picture of the Cruise industry, it is also a great opportunity to acquire some great deals which are only available to visitors to this show.

Homes and Interiors Scotland Exhibition - Homes and Interiors Scotland is the biggest selling Interior design magazine in Scotland, and this is their flagship show. All of the key players in the industry are here and one can gain great inspiration and meet celebrity designers.

BBC Good Food Show Scotland - The Masterchef team is the highlight of this show, but the chance to sample so many top quality foods from different exhibitors makes this much more than an exhibition and it is a truly great day out.

Interested also in other exhibitions venues in Scotland for exhibitions, expos and conferences or exhibitions in Ireland?

Transport Security Expo - coming next month!

Held at the Olympia in London, the Transport Security Expo is one of the main events internationally for the protection and security of public transport and commercial vehicles, something which has become high priority in the modern age due to the increased risk of terrorist attacks. The show runs for two days and combines exhibitions, conferences and workshops to ensure that the visitor has a truly comprehensive understanding of the current threats to the transport industry and the solutions which will help to limit this threat.

In order to facilitate an accurate and well rounded view of the transport industry, the leading companies, organisations and figures attend the show including those from rail, road, air and sea. There is also the presence of government officials who not only educate with regards to the current political standpoint on transport, but also use the event to gage the opinion of the industry professionals as an aid to progressing and adapting current policy.

The exhibition aspect of the show attracts over one hundred suppliers from around the world, so from the visitor viewpoint it is a great opportunity to access a wide range of products and services, whilst from the exhibitor viewpoint the target market can be dealt with directly and in a face-to-face fashion. The conference programme is a combination of conferences specific to the individual public transport fields (maritime, aviation, road etc) and those which address issues relevant to the transport industry as a whole. Within these conferences there are presentations as well as the opportunity for discussions and for networking.

Are you also interested in Chinese business opportunities or using direct marketing at exhibitions and conferences? Interested in small exhibition stands for a display?

Get ready for the 2011 Chocolate Speciality Fair

Chocolate is a guilty passion for a large proportion of the population, and there is a huge market for different specialities. The Chocolate Speciality Fair in London is an opportunity for producers of speciality chocolate to showcase their products to buyers from around the world.

Held at the Grand Hall at Olympia, the Chocolate Speciality fair is attended by around 6,ooo visitors, including many of the top retail names who seek quality products to sell in their stores. This, together with the large numbers of the public who attend, make it an opportunity to really influence the market and catapult your chocolate onto the front line of chocolate sales.

If you are a chocolate retailer, you cannot fail to be inspired by the range of flare and adventure demonstrated by the exhibitors at this show, meaning that there is plenty of scope to acquire new business ideas and revolutionise your business. By acquiring new brands of chocolate you will also be able to differentiate from other retailers in your area. You can also stay up to date with the latest trends in marketing as well as become educated on how to remain environmentally and economically sustainable.

For the non commercial visitors, there are ample opportunities to partake in chocolate tasting and to experience a world of chocolate you never knew existed. It is assured that once you have visited here you will have the knowledge to buy your friends and loved ones the perfect chocolate to suit them and you will never again want to reach for the mainstream brands.

3 Types of Exhibitions Stands for indoor shows

The type of stand you should use at an indoor exhibition is dependent on the nature of your exhibit, what you want to use the stand for and the size of the space you have to work with. Below are some of the options you can choose from.

Combined Podium & Transport Box
This is a convenient option for those who only require a small space on which to exhibit and intend on travelling to a few exhibitions. The size of the podiums varies, but in general they are reasonably small which is due to the fact that they must be a suitable size to be folded up into the handy carrier which enables them to be easily transported. The podium itself folds into a carryable item.

Retractable Displays and Roll-ups
Sometimes, if you only have a small space in which to work, you may wish to maximise this space by using thin displays which you can stand in front of. Retractable displays are a convenient option for this as they are thin and easy to transport. This type of stand can also be used as part of a larger exhibition to portray images and create a professional feel to the exhibit.

Promotional counters
If you intend on supplying samples of your product you may like to consider a promotional counter which you can stand behind and communicate easily with visitors. You can use the space at the front of the counter for promotional materials whilst the storage space behind can be used to store your product or any promotional literature.

You might also be interested in our previous articles on:

• Considerations for Outdoor exhibitions
• Summer exhibitions to consider visiting in the UK