Business Events (BE) Malaysia|Vol 1|No 1|2015|Inaugural

Malaysia

Asia’s Business Events Hub

As the centre of Southeast Asia and strategically located between India and China, Malaysia knows how to connect the world with Asia. Malaysia is a vibrant value-for-money destination. You will see it in our ability to host any meeting, incentive trip, convention and exhibition. Malaysia has all the elements you want in a destination enhanced by a rich tapestry of authentic Asian cultures, heritage, food and hospitality.

For enquiries, please contact:

MyCEB @MyCEB MyCEB

Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (868264-K) Suite 22.3, Level 22, Menara IMC 8 Jalan Sultan Ismail 50250 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

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President

DATO’ VINCENT LIM

C.I.S Network Sdn Bhd (vincent@maceos.com.my)

Vice President ALUN JONES

Malaysian Exhibition Services Sdn Bhd (alun@maceos.com.my)

Secretary

CHRIS SMITH

R E Rogers (M) Sdn Bhd (chris@maceos.com.my)

Treasurer

FRANCIS TEO

S. P Setia Property Services Sdn Bhd (francis@maceos.com.my)

Committee Members ALICE LEM

K L Convention Centre (alice@maceos.com.my) MELVIN SHU

Smart Reg System Sdn Bhd (melvin@maceos.com.my) PETER TEH

Pico International (M) Sdn Bhd (peter@maceos.com.my) MOHD SHUKRI

Shapers Malaysia (shukri@maceos.com.my) W Y CHEONG

ECMI ITE Asia Sdn Bhd (cheong@maceos.com.my) KENNETH FONG

Messe Worldwide Sdn Bhd (kenneth@maceos.com.my)

Editor

ALEYANN MATTHEWS

Designer DENISE LEE Business Events Malaysia is produced for MACEOS by Harini Managament Services Sdn Bhd

n behalf of the MACEOS Exco Committee 2014-2016, it gives me great pleasure to present our very own publication ̶ Business Events Malaysia.

This publication will aim to act as the mouthpiece for our industry and will be a mix of articles, interviews, industry developments and vital information for all stakeholders in the diverse business events community. In short, something for everyone, whether you are an exhibition organiser, conference organiser, event manager, convention center or supplier.

One of the many obligations of our association exco is to improve communication between ourselves and our members and, equally important, to ensure that we strive to keep them fully abreast of new developments in the business events industry. This publication is just one portion of this vision and we are confident that its contents will provide our members valuable insights and knowledge that will help them keep ahead of the game in this increasingly competitive environment.

business. For Malaysia to be effective in this regard, the Government and the private sector must work hand in hand and so I would like to extend my appreciation here on behalf of MACEOS exco to the Malaysian Exhibition and Convention Bureau (MYCEB) for providing that vital link between the government and the private sector. Since their formation in 2009, the landscape for the business events community has changed immeasurably and we are all extremely grateful for their help in enabling us to navigate through these changes successfully.

However, nothing stands still and there is still much work ahead of us. With that, I wish you an enjoyable read and you will be hearing more from us in 2015.

Here’s to a bright future for us all and a special thanks also to our partners in this venture, Harini Management Services Sdn Bhd who have been instrumental in the concept, content and delivery of Business Events Malaysia.

In light of this I would like to call upon all MACEOS members to get behind this exciting new publication and give it the necessary support to ensure its success.

However, we also recognise the business events industry is more than just our members and so, we aim for the widest possible circulation throughout the country as we strongly feel the content will appeal to a myriad number of stakeholders both commercial, governmental and academic.

The business events industry is an ever challenging environment with Malaysia competing on a global scale for its fair share of this increasingly lucrative

ALUN JONES Vice President, MACEOS

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CONTENTS 22

20 THE COVER MACEOS pushing forward as the voice for Malaysia’s MICE industry - Exclusive interview with President of MACEOS, Dato’ Vincent Lim

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FEATURE MyCEB is on track to increase business tourism arrivals

- A one-on-one with the CEO of MyCEB, En Zulkefli Hj Sharif

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The Big Deal – Acquisitions around ASIA - Steve Monnington from Mayfield Media outlines the latest acquisitions in the region

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The dreaded GST or is it?

- Dato’ Chua Tia Guan, Head of Tax and Financial Consulting of Great Vision Business Advisory Services shares the truth about the GST

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Popular MICE facilities in Malaysia

- Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC) - MATRADE Exhibition and Convention Centre ( MECC) - Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) - Setia City Convention Centre

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NEWS MACEOS News and Calendar of Events

Malaysia Business Events Week (MBEW 2014)

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The 2014 RawR Awards in Pictures

The members of MACEOS

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FEATURE

Steve Monnington, Mayfield Media Strategies, UK Monnington has been involved in the exhibition industry for over 23 years. He first joined the Blenheim Group and, as Director of International Development, handled all of the acquisitions that took Blenheim from a small UK company to the world’s largest exhibition organiser.

Today, Monnington heads Mayfield Media Strategies (MMS) providing M&A broking services and strategic business development consultancy to exhibition organisers making it the largest specialist M&A brokers for the exhibition industry. Using his vast exhibition experience as a platform, Monnington is a regular contributor for Exhibition News and Exhibition World.

A BIG DEAL: Acquisitions Around Asia Welcome to this new regular column in which I will be looking at exhibition acquisition activity around the world, concentrating mainly on Asia but also monitoring what is happening elsewhere.

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ver the last three years, South East Asia has seen a number of investments from the international organisers. UBM and ITE have acquired stakes in a number of businesses in Malaysia and, along with Reed Exhibitions, are the organisers making most business development noise in the region.

As well as Malaysia, ITE has been spending its money in Indonesia and a few months ago they announced the acquisition of 50% of Indobuildtech, the largest building and construction

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exhibition in Jakarta. This is the largest exhibition acquisition so far in Indonesia and is in ITE’s sweetspot. Their construction portfolio already includes shows in Russia, Turkey, Kazakhstan and India.

Indonesia has suffered from lack of venue space in recent years but with the first of two new major venues coming on stream in January 2014 (to be managed by Hannover Messe), Indonesia is set to see a fundamental shift in its exhibition landscape as more international companies will have the

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“..this should put

Indonesia right at the top of the ASEAN exhibition market, which is where it belongs given that it accounts for more than 50% of the total population in the region.”

“Most of the acquisitions made around the world in the last three years have been small and strategic in nature.”

ability to find venue slots to launch their international brands there. In time, this should put Indonesia right at the top of the ASEAN exhibition market, which is where it belongs given that it accounts for more than 50% of the total population in the region.

In the same week as the Indobuildtech deal was announced, I held an M&A workshop in Seoul for South Korean exhibition organisers. In contrast to Indonesia, South Korea has yet to become a serious destination for international organisers despite the quality and size of venues so I was paving the way by educating the domestic businesses about M&A

trends in Asia and how to prepare their businesses for when the internationalisation of their market comes.

Now just a few months later we can see the start, with the entry of Reed Exhibitions into the market with a joint venture with K. Fairs Ltd, one of South Korea’s leading independent organisers.

The show in question is Kormarine, Korea’s largest international maritime industry event and is a significant addition to Reed’s growing list of maritime industry events. I believe we will see more international activities in South Korea in the coming months.

Most of the acquisitions made around the world in the last three years have

been small and strategic in nature.

However, in one month we have seen the re-emergence of the mega-deal.

UBM formally announced that it will acquire USA organiser Advanstar for US$972 million. The portfolio consists of 54 tradeshows and approximately 100 conferences in fashion, licensing, life sciences and powersports. The acquisition will make UBM the largest organiser in the USA. Together with the acquisition of US organiser Questex by Private Equity firm Shamrock Capital partners and the rumours surrounding the sale of UK based Clarion Exhibitions for a reported US$327m, the big deals are back.

Main Acquisitions and Partnerships announced in the last two months Business

Country

Sector

Kormarine

South Korea

Maritime

India Lab Expo

India

Laboratory

UBM

Advanstar

USA

Fashion, Licensing, Life Sciences

Shamrock Capital

Questex

USA

Various

Reed Exhibitions Messe Munich

Reed

Tuyap Exhibitions

Turkey

Wood Processing, Furniture

Worthington Group

Digital Marketing Show

UK

Marketing

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FEATURE

The Dreaded GST, Or Is It?

Dato’ Chua Tia Guan, Head of Tax and Financial Consulting of Great Vision Business Advisory Services, outlines the GST and what to expect with its impending implementation.

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“.......it is important to understand that there is no tax on tax. Therefore, GST is not a cost to the business but to the consumer.� | 14

oods and Services Tax (GST) also known as the Value Added Tax (VAT) in many countries, is a multi-stage consumption tax on goods and services.

GST is levied on the supply of goods and services at each stage of the supply chain from the supplier up to the retail stage of distribution. Even though GST is imposed at each level of the supply chain, the tax element does not become part of the cost of the product because GST paid on the business inputs is claimable. Hence, it does not matter how many stages a particular good and service goes through the supply chain because the input tax incurred at the previous stage is always deducted by the businesses at the next step in the supply chain.

Dato’ Chua Tia Guan who is the Head of Tax & Financial Consulting of Great Vision Business Advisory Services was an auditor and tax consultant for Arthur Anderson for 11 years. Today, apart from running KLV RZQ ¿QDQFLDO FRQVXOWLQJ VHUYLFH KH has been a part of the Prime Minister’s Department for the last eight years. As | Business Events Malaysia |

a government approved tax and GST consultant, he is very clear about the need to have a comprehensive understanding about GST and the way it works to debunk any myths people might have. “First of all, it is important to understand that there is no tax on tax, therefore GST is not a cost to the business but to the consumer,� Chua says. He explains that in the supply chain, the role of the businesses is to actually be an intermediary to collect and to pay the government. “Depending on which industry you are in, it is possible that you will experience a rather than a negative one.�

Why the need for GST? “GST is a tax on consumption.

Therefore it is a more stable revenue for WKH JRYHUQPHQW WR FRQVROLGDWH WKH ¿VFDO policy,� Chua explains. The International credit rating body will restore credit rating and will help general business activities. GST will also provide EXVLQHVVHV ZLWK D OHYHO SOD\LQJ ¿HOG

Chua is part of a governmental task force called PEMUDAH that helps to facilitate Malaysian business. “With the continuous collaboration between the public and private sectors, PEMUDAH has successfully introduced many initiatives to enhance the business environment in Malaysia. When PEMUDAH first started, Malaysia was ranked 33rd business destination. “Today, after seven years, we are now ranked 18th in the World Bank’s Doing Business ranking, ahead of Taiwan, Switzerland and Japan.”

One of the things that PEMUDAH did was to reduce red tape when it came to licences and permits. This resulted in a positive outcome where bueracracy was reduced and as a result, the ranking improved. “When we improve, our country will also improve,” Chua explains.

“When you are stagnant, we will be overtaken, that is the game in terms of international competitiveness.

“The governmental employees have been very cooperative in terms of working together. There is no personal interest, it is ultimately for the nation,” he adds.

With the impending GST implementation date, most Malaysians fear that the prices of goods will go up further and total household expenditure will increase, making it look like a bleak financial future for most. “Based on the research carried out by the government on 689 goods, the price of 73 items will go up while the price of 287 items will go down and 329 items will remain unchanged,” says Dato’ Chua.

However, he states that this will largely depend on whether the goods are subject to sales tax before GST and whether the businesses will pass on the tax saving or cost to the consumers. “We hope that the savings will cascade to the consumer ultimately.”

Chua shares that the government has, in fact, been talking about GST for the last 30 years. He belives that GST is good for the country so the people need to bite the bullet and go with it. “As for businesses preparing for the implementation date, there is

a registration process that businesses need to undertake with December 2014 being the deadline.” SMEs are given a grant of RM1000 to buy GST compliance software.

Chua reiterates that although GST is an inevitable progression, he doesn’t deny that there are unavoidable adverse effects on the Malaysian economy to take into account. For example, based on experience from other nations that have already implemented GST, it will take two to three years to settle. “In general, there will be an unavoidable inflation after GST comes into play. An additional inflation of 1 per cent to 1.5 per cent for a short term is anticipated on top of the current inflation level of 3.4 per cent as of June 2014,” explains Chua. Although this is expected to be a short term effect, businesses need to make the necessary changes as the inflation will affect the disposable income of the people. If there is a reduction in their cost, the end product price should come down.

GST and the Malaysian Business Events Industry As for the business events industry, Chua says that certain players are already subject to the service tax so it will be no different as the service tax will be replaced by GST. “It is not a cost to the business of exhibitors per se but GST will have an impact on sales, human resource as well as marketing and promotions.”

He adds, ”In marketing and promotions, for example, free gifts worth more than RM500 will be GST chargable.

Exhibitors need to find a way to absorb the costs to continue giving out attractive gifts and prizes.” From a sales perspective, he uses booking an exhibition space as an example as it will require advance booking and payment, therefore allowances need to be made for GST in advance.

examine certain core areas that will need some rethinking.

A natural progression Chua agrees that most Malaysians are still unsure about the details of GST. “It is important for people to understand that GST is, in fact, a tax issue and not a business issue. Therefore, its application is necessary.”

Chua also reiterates that the Government’s primary concern is one of national interest, one that needs to be an actively pursued long-term goal. “The sooner all of us come to terms that this paradigm shift is necessary, the better.”

“When you are stagnant, you will be overtaken.

That is the game in terms of international competitiveness.”

“The sooner all of us come to terms that this paradigm shift is necessary, the better.”

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MyCEB heads Malaysia’s aspiration to be ASIA’S BUSINESS EVENTS HUB

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nder the Malaysian government’s Economic Transformation Programme (ETP), Business Tourism is identified as one of the Entry Point Projects (EPP) of the tourism National Key Economic Areas (NKEA). Since 2003, Malaysia’s international business tourism visitors have increased by 141%.

From 550,741 international business tourists arrivals in 2003, a decade later this number has increased to more than 1.3 million visitors. Realising this potential, the Malaysian government set its priority on the industry to focus more on high-yield business travellers.

Business tourism is a high-yield segment that has the potential to develop and contribute towards Malaysia’s growth.

The Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) was established in 2009 to expand the segment and position the country as a leading destination for business events (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) and has also been tasked with raising the standards and skills of professionals within the business events industry.

A Catalyst for Growth A non-profit organisation, MyCEB’s goal is to grow international business events arrival from 5% to 8% (2.9 million business tourist) of overall tourist arrival and to position Malaysia as one of the top 5 destinations for international conventions in Asia Pacific. The bureau serves as a one-stop centre to assist meeting and event planners to bid for and stage regional and international business tourism events in Malaysia and act as a conduit for national product development.

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bids for regional and international business events, government liaison, event marketing, delegate boosting, providing on-site event support as well as advice on local products and services.

The bureau has appointed overseas marketing offices in North America, Australia, New Zealand and China and works closely with Tourism Malaysia offices worldwide. This establishment abroad is indeed a true testament of commitment to position Malaysia as Asia’s business events hub.

Growth Beyond Business Tourism Apart from the strong economic growth business tourism brings into Malaysia; the industry has undoubtedly seen accelerated benefits in other key areas.

Through business tourism, it is estimated that for every RM 192,450 in economic value generated by business tourism, there is one Full Time Equivalent (FTE) job created. The industry expects to generate an estimated 16,700 employment opportunities by the year 2020. (Source: NBES[1]).

Increase in foreign exchange earnings by the arrival of business tourist. Apart from that business tourism also increases the nation’s trade and export promotion.

Exchange of knowledge and skills between nations. Business tourism relate to all business sectors and professional communities such as medical, science and technology. With that it unites people with common interests and goals to increase awareness for a cause. | Business Events Malaysia |

International business events provide networking platforms for local industry partners to strengthen their international business networks and collaborations for future bids. This also presents partners with the chance to showcase local innovation, products and expertise to the global market.

Attraction of industry world leaders, decision makers and potential investors that would not otherwise have visited the country. It is estimated that 20% of international delegates extend their stay for pre and post travel, providing benefits to regional communities (Source: NBES[1]). The rates of successful events in Malaysia also attract other business related business events into Malaysia as well as help other industries flourish such as infrastructural, product and service developments. The industry also develops Malaysia’s international profile through media publicity and exposure to international business community.

Through the attraction of international conventions, Malaysia can improve its international rankings as an international meetings destination within ICCA[2] and UIA[3]. International conventions can often leave an ongoing legacy to benefit the local and regional community. Provide forums for continuing education for local professional and business community.

[1] NBES – National Business Events Study 2004, Australia [2] International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), Amsterdam [3] Union of International Associations (UIA), Paris

MICE FACILITIES

Malaysia Entices MICE TRAVELLERS

With its robust growth of luxury five-star hotels, world-class exhibition centres, expansion of seamless infrastructure and connectivity, topped off by rich cultural heritage and premier shopping experiences, Malaysia has become an active player in the meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE) industry.

Malaysia proudly offers business events visitors an experience they won’t soon forget!

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Putrajaya International Convention Centre – NUMBER 1 IN CONVENTION EXCLUSIVITY

a modern, spacious and incredibly versatile design. Yet it also embodies a further, cultural dimension. Its most imposing architectural feature is the roof, designed to resemble a pending perak, the ornate handcrafted silver regalia worn on ceremonial occasions by the Sultans of Malaysia and representing power and authority. The main halls are set in the “eye” of the pending.

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utrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC) is Malaysia’s premier meeting and convention venue. It is first in exclusivity, first in the number and variety of venues, first in access and connectivity and first in green practices.

As important as all those are, PICC has one further come to fulfillment : the world’s first Intelligent Garden City, Putrajaya. A carefully planned, hightech centre for government, business, education and R&D, PICC is in an oasis of green parks, lakes and wetlands.

A Meeting, Cultural And Aesthetic Landmark PICC rises majestically from the top of Putrajaya’s highest point and amidst a prestigious enclave of residential neighbourhoods and waterfront developments. It is both an iconic landmark that overlooks Malaysia’s seat of government and one that incorporates | 18

Green Views, Green Practices PICC combines environmental sensitivity and sustainability with award-winning best green design practices. The building has been configured so as to maximise energy efficiency and minimise direct sunlight. It has in-place energy management system which has garnered it the “100% ECO-FRIENDLY” Energy Efficiency & Conservation Award from ASEAN. The floor plan includes two selfcontained, open-air rainforest “gardens” that can be accessed for closer viewing, relaxation and contemplation. PICC also affords a venue abundant in landscaped parks, lakes, wetlands and scenic vistas.

Indeed, PICC offers fertile ground for your next corporate event.

Malaysia’s World-Class Pick PICC comprises 49 discrete venues with an impressive 1.3 million square feet of usable space on nine levels of conference area: Plenary Hall, Perdana | Business Events Malaysia |

Hall (Banquet), Head of States Hall, 2 Multipurpose Halls, 10 Conference Halls, 4 Meeting Rooms, Exhibition Booths for 500 (3x3 sqm booth), 3 Viewing Deck and 14 Suites. The Centre houses stateof-the-art facilities that include wireless LAN, wireless simultaneous interpretation system, video conferencing, provision for television broadcast and coverage, holographic rear projection system, video and billboard messaging, facilities and event management, and audio/video tieins with live telecast option. PICC’s CEO, Badlishah Ahmad, says its key international target markets are regional markets, Europe and the US. PICC will join the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) in its overseas tradeshow participation. “We can comfortably accommodate mega events of up to 8,000 delegates. Other facilities at PICC are a Plenary Hall for 2,800 delegates, a Banquet Hall for 2,500 people, two multifunction halls, 10 conference rooms and a VVIP Lounge.”

For more information, please visit www.picc. com.my and follow us on www.facebook. com/piccmalaysia, Twitter and Instagram @piccmalaysia. For enquiries on your future events, please email enquiry@picc.com.my or call us at +603-8887 6000

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre STANDS OUT WITH SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES!

For all the latest updates on the Centre, visit http://www.klccconventioncentre.com/.

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alaysia’s premier and most technologically-advanced facility, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (the Centre) offers 22,659 sqm of flexible function space on a 7.3 acre site strategically located in the iconic, 100-acre Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC). Opened in June 2005, the Centre can attribute its success to-date to a world-class facility, strong industry relationships, a highly knowledgeable and professional team and a belief in creating a point of difference between itself and the competition.

“We are committed to offering innovative, flexible and value-added solutions to our local, regional and international clients,” says General Manager Alan Pryor. “And we do this by staying abreast of market trends, listening to what clients want and continually enhancing or adapting our offerings to accommodate different needs and requirements.”

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Day Conference Packages (DCPs) with a Difference, TenOnCall PLUS, 5-Star Banqueting and Conventions Value-Add Programme and Exhibitions Loyalty Programme.

Elaborating, Pryor explains that DCPs with a Difference gives more valueadds than any (packages) currently on the local market with ‘Snack on Arrival’, unrivalled IT and audio-visual support, free WiFi and a 10% discount for standing lunches, while TenOnCall PLUS extends the popular TenOnCall* (TOC) service to three more function areas, each with its personal free-flow lifestyle cuisine and beverage service, natural lighting, and dedicated private meeting room and smoking area.

DCPs with a Difference and TOC have since been further enhanced in order to continue providing clients the best possible experience while at the Centre.

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day meetings a cultural feel with a Malay, Chinese, Indian, Western, Muhibbah (multi-ethnic) or international theme.

This is then carried through in the venue décor, service staff apparel and Food & Beverage menu. The upgraded package also comes with free-flow coffee and tea for the duration of the event and chilled juices during coffee breaks.

For TOC, new ‘Sundown Hour Packages’ give clients the option of taking their meeting programme to a relaxing conclusion with a two-hour cocktail hour of free-flow beverages including sweet and refreshing Asian-influenced mocktails and cocktails, basic PA system and sound technician on standby for a minimum of 50 guests and above. Also, Pryor shares that with 5-Star Banqueting, guests get to enjoy a unique and exclusive banqueting experience with value-adds that include customised menus, foyer decoration and ice-cravings, butler service for VIP tables and silver service.

Under the RM100,000 Conventions Value-Add Programme, the complimentary Cultural Showcase remains a firm favourite of event planners of international association meetings. The showcase of eight Malaysian arts and crafts – batik painting, basket weaving, wood carving, songket weaving, pewter smithing, henna painting, Chinese calligraphy and the gamelan (traditional Malay orchestra) – will give international delegates a snapshot of the country’s rich and diverse cultural heritage without having to leave the facility. According to Pryor, this interactive, participative experience of Malaysian arts and crafts is a great convenience factor for delegates with limited time to visit attractions or undertake pre- and post-tours.

There is also the tiered (bronze, silver, gold and platinum) Exhibitions Loyalty Programme. Worth RM30,000 and above, exhibition organisers receive loyalty reward points based on venue hire for subsequent shows, free usage of press room, VIP lounge, organiser’s office, venue for a pre-function event, complimentary coffee or tea on arrival, an exhibitor briefing hosted by the Centre and more.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

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P Setia, the developer of repute has the rare distinction of being nominated seven times as The No.1 property developer since the inception of the award 10 years ago. A rare feat, unmatched by others, they symbolise the best in everything, quality, luxury, elegance and sustainability. Their quest for growth has seen them forage into other countries thus becoming more global in their outlook and ambition.

Having already being well - established in Vietnam, Singapore and Australia they have lately gained a strong foothold in Indonesia, China and UK. In their quest for growth, they have not only gone global but have also ventured into the retail and commercial property market. Their operational presence in these countries are in fact cross-border collaboration transcending cultural differences.

The Setia City Convention Centre is proudly Malaysiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first Green Building Index certified centre for its green features which comprises of rainwater harvesting, solar panel, LED

lights, Energy Management System to track utilities consumption as well as preferred parking for green vehicles. It is strategically located within the 240-acre green commercial hub of Seta City, in the heart of Setia Alam Township in Shah Alam. The Convention Centre, which is adjacent to the popular Setia City Mall, offers a comprehensive range of facilities for conferences, meetings, seminars, weddings, performances and more.

Not only does it comprise of a grand ballroom with 2,000 seating capacity and 8 function halls, it also boasts a unique green event lawn and overlooking the oval lawn which makes for a picturesque green view.

Conveniently located just 40 minutes from the Kuala Lumpur City Centre and Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Setia City Convention Centre is easily accessible through the New Klang Valley Expressway via the dedicated Setia Alam Interchange. Up north, another innovative and state of the art project by S P Setia is the subterranean Penang International Convention Centre (SPICE) which is all

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Setia City Convention Centre looks good in GREEN

Developer S P Setia, offers Malaysiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1st centre to be certified under the Green Building Index, complete with state-of-the-art facilities for all your convention and exhibition needs.

set to provide a new and fresh look and feel to the conventions and exhibitions industry on the island of Penang and its immediate surrounding areas.

Apart from creating business that is truly international, S P Setia has at the same time, a renewed focus on their core market. The best example is the Setia City Convention Centre, a grandeur project that combines the best in hospitality and up to date facilities.

This elegantly crafted centre showcases their fundamental principle of longterm sustainability all while upholding a LiveLearnWorkPlay lifestyle.

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Curio Pack Sdn Bhd: A PIONEER IN LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS

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Pioneer in the logistics industry, Curio Pack has offered a variety of logistics services for the past 28 years. They include customs brokerage, international air and sea freight forwarding, commercial packing services international household goods relocation, machineries relocation for factories, warehousing and transportation.

Curio Packâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exhibition division has a forte in exhibition logistics, offering a full range of services for both domestic and international events.

Curio Pack has worked with and is currently working with numerous industries holding exhibitions in commodities, beauty, laboratories, aerospace, machineries, and oil & gas, in Malaysia, South East Asia, China and the Indian sub-continent.

Curio Pack gives the assurance that, no matter how big or small the assignment, the task will be performed to your satisfaction.

A strong worldwide network together with the Curio Pack team ensures effective management of exhibition handling of any size in all major international venues.

They handle everything inclusive of domestic and international transportation, customs, on-site handling, storage and whatever services required for a particular exhibition. In Malaysia, Curio Park has offices in all ports and Kuala Lumpur International Airport, ensuring smooth transition of services, small trade shows to major international events.

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

C.I.S Network Takes Pride In Being An AWARDWINNING TRADE EXHIBITION SPECIALIST

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ince 1993, CIS Network Sdn Bhd has been a trade and lifestyle exhibition specialist. Through strategic partnerships C.I.S Network has developed award-winning exhibitions and events that have made a mark in the events and exhibitions arena in Malaysia. “Our team of innovative and talented individuals have played a big role in the success of all our events and exhibition,” says Dato’ Vincent Lim, MACEOS rAWr 2013 for the Best Trade Exhibition Award. “With the success of ARCHIDEX I knew that we were on the right track and soon after came the creation of HOMEDEC,” he shares.

HOMEDEC has clinched several accolades, the recent being the MyCEB/ MACEOS rAWr 2013 Awards for Best Consumer Exhibition and Industry Recognition categories respectively. It has also earned a place in the Malaysia Book of Records for the Largest Home Decoration Exhibition in 2010 and 2011 with their Part 1 and Part 2 concept held in two consecutive weekends in Malaysia.

The pioneering spirit of C.I.S Network’s corporate culture has allowed the

It was a coincidence that at that time, Dato’ Vincent was renovating his own home and he found it difficult to find materials. Realising that home renovation resources were scattered and knowledge on this was scarce, the idea for HOMEDEC came about. “I thought why not create an event catered for the convenience of homeowners to find solutions, tips, trends and products to enhance their home renovation process.” Ten years later, HOMEDEC is a household name with locations in KL, Penang, Johor, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching. Each year, the exhibition has been refined with special crowd pulling features attracting the involvement of top interior designers, architects and even developers. An award-winning exhibition,

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company to deliver its exhibitions at the highest level of integrity and commitment.

“Winning awards for ARCHIDEX and HOMEDEC has definitely fuelled my passion to continue on the path for more ground breaking exhibitions in the future.”

Under the keen directorship of Dato’ Vincent Lim, C.I.S Network will continue to stand out above the rest while staying true to Dato’ Vincent’s philosophy of ‘building something out of nothing’.

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Messe Frankfurt brings you AUTOMECHANIKA KUALA LUMPUR

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he 2015 edition of Automechanika Kuala Lumpur will be held from the 19 – 21 March 2015 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Automechanika Kuala Lumpur is one of 13 Automechanika fairs held in Africa, Asia, Europe and Central and South America. The Automechanika fair is brought to you by Messe Frankfurt, one of the world’s leading trade show organisers with 543* million Euros in sales and 2,026* employees worldwide.

The Messe Frankfurt Group has a global network of 28 subsidiaries and approx.

50 international Sales Partners, giving it a presence for its customers in more than 150 countries. Events “made by Messe Frankfurt” take place at more than 30 locations around the globe. In 2013, Messe Frankfurt organised 114* trade fairs, of which more than half took place outside Germany. Messe Frankfurt’s exhibition grounds, featuring 578,000 square metres, are currently home to ten exhibition halls and an adjacent Congress Centre. The company is publicly owned, with the City of Frankfurt holding 60 percent and the State of Hesse 40 percent.

Take the challenge!

One of the highlights of the fair is the popular mechanics challenge that will make a comeback and participants will have a chance at winning cash prizes.

The challenge is open to all Malaysian mechanics employed by independent workshops and the grand final will take place during Automechanika Kuala Lumpur. It is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI) and the Department of Skills Development of Malaysia (JPK), and supported by the Federation of Automobile Workshop Owners’ Association of Malaysia (FAWOAM), the Federation of Engineering and Motor Parts Traders’ Association Malaysia (FEMPTAM) and Persatuan Pengusaha Industri-Industri Bengkel Malaysia (PPIBM). | 28

“The Mechanics Challenge is a very popular event with Malaysia’s automotive industry,” explained Ms Fiona Chiew, Deputy General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd. “It provides a platform for mechanics to demonstrate their automotive knowledge and problemsolving capabilities in ‘real world’ repair challenges with correct tool usage. It also encourages the sharing of knowledge about the use of the latest high quality tools among teams and sponsors.

Furthermore, for sponsors, it is an ideal opportunity to increase market exposure of their products and services.”

Return of Mechanics Challenge sponsored by Shell and MAZDA helps to promote increased automotive repair skills and knowledge Continuing their “diamond” sponsorship of the Mechanics Challenge is Shell, the global petro chemicals company which is providing car products. Commenting on the sponsorship Mr Troy Chapman, Cluster General Manager, Shell Lubricants South East Asia remarked: “Shell Helix is proud to partner with Automechanika Kuala Lumpur, which is one of the most established automotive tradeshows in the region. It provides a fantastic platform to showcase Shell Helix’s cutting edge PurePlus Technology with Active Cleansing Technology and to further strengthen our position as the most preferred passenger car motor | Business Events Malaysia |

For more details on Automechanika Kuala Lumpur, visit www.automechanika-kl. com / www.automechanika.com or email autoasia@hongkong. messefrankfurt.com

oil brand in Malaysia and other key markets around the world.” In addition, car manufacturer MAZDA will again supply vehicles for the mechanics to work on during the final round of the competition. Mr Shamsuddin Amran, Divisional Manager, Aftersales, Bermaz Motor Trading Sdn Bhd added: “After successful sponsorship of this event in 2013, we are delighted to sponsor it again as it helps us to enhance our brand image with exposure to our target market using Automechanika Kuala Lumpur’s promotional resources.”

Mechanics skills rewarded with cash prizes The Mechanics Challenge champion team will receive RM 7,000 cash, a trophy and certificates. Runners up will receive the following prizes: • First runner-up: RM 5,000 cash, certificate and trophy • Second runner-up: RM 3,000 cash, certificate and trophy • Fourth to eighth placing: RM 1,000 cash and certificate Registration for the event closes on 17 November 2014. To register, participants should contact penny.tan@malaysia. messefrankfurt.com or phone +603 7803 2276. Companies interested in sponsorship are invited to contact mike. kwan@hongkong.messefrankfurt.com or phone +852 2238 9971, or kenneth. fong@malaysia.messefrankfurt.com or phone +603 7803 2276.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

PICO Is A Leading Total Brand ACTIVATION COMPANY INSIGHTFUL Using the collective insight of our global teams, we continue to create unforgettable experiences and profound relationships for our client’s target audiences through traditional faceto-face communications and across online, mobile and social networking platforms.

INNOVATIVE Responding quickly to the incredible changes in technology, our Innovation Hubs in Los Angeles and Beijing help us deliver technological and multimedia solutions by blending digital with real life events.

INSPIRED Our passionate, determined and hungry people leverage the depth of their understanding of different cultures and industry practices to discover and produce uniquely creative and highly effective solutions for global brands.

Total Brand Activation: delivering engagements for a better R.O.I for our clients.

Pico is a leading Total Brand Activation company with a worldwide presence and proven track record nearly half a century long. Innovative, insightful and inspired, we bring brands to life through powerful and engaging experiences - from strategy to execution.

In 2014, Pico was ranked second in CEI Asia magazine’s Industry Survey of Asia’s Top Business Event Companies. In 2012, Pico won the Event Marketing Agency of the Year Gold Award from Marketing Magazine and was ranked second in America’s Special Events Magazine’s Top Event Company listings in 2012-2013.

Pico Far East Holdings Limited has been listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 1992 (HKSE Stock Code: 752).

Our associate company, Pico (Thailand) Public Company Limited was also listed on Thailand’s MAI in 2004 (Stock Code: PICO). In Financial Year 2013, Pico Far East Holdings Limited reported a turnover of US$428 million and a market capitalisation of US$384 million.

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MACEOS EVENTS JAN - APR 2015

# January 9-12 Jan

Malaysia International Jewellery Fair- Spring Edition - Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Organised by Elite Expo Sdn Bhd www.mijf.com.my contact: elaine@elite.com.my

17-18 Jan

3rd Johor Career & Postgraduate Expo 2015 - Danga City Mall, Johor Bahru, Johor Organised by PenExpo Events Sdn Bhd www.penexpo.com.my contact: Wendy Wong - Project Manager wend@penexpo.com.my

23-25 Jan

21st KL Wedding Expo - Mid Valley Exhibition Centre Organised by Sphere Exhibits Malaysia Sdn Bhd www.klweddingexpo.com.my contact: xandria.chong@sphereexhibits.com.my

# February 6-8 Feb

PC Expo - Mid Valley Exhibition Centre Organised by PC EXPO Sdn Bhd www.facebook.com/pcexpo contact: info@eventmasters.com.my

7-8 Feb

# March 3-7 Mar

Bumiputera Property Exhibition - Perdana Ballroom, Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC) Organised by Medimesra Care Management Sdn Bhd www.bpex.com.my contact: Mr Mohd Azmi - Director of Sales mohdazmi2@gmail.com

Malaysian International Furniture Fair Putra World Trade Centre & MATRADE Exhibition & Convention Centre Organised by UBM Malaysia www.miff.com.my contact: Ms Karen Goi - General Manager karen.goi@ubm.com

4-7 Mar

Export Furniture Exhibition Expo - Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Organised by Malaysia Furniture Council www.efe.my contact: Sally Liew

7-8 Mar

Managed by EFE Expo SB

6th Perak Education & Job Expo 2015 - Stadium Indera Mulia, Ipoh, Perak Organised by PenExpo Events Sdn Bhd www.penexpo.com.my contact: Wendy Wong - Project Manager wend@penexpo.com.my

13-15 Mar

2nd Penang Night Education & Job Fair 2015 - Concept Hall, Auto-City, Juru, Penang Organised by PenExpo Events Sdn Bhd www.penexpo.com.my contact: Wendy Wong - Project Manager wend@penexpo.com.my

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RAWR AWARDS 2013 - 18 September 2013, KL Convention Centre

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BUSINESS EVENTS WEEK

Malaysia BUSINESS EVENTS WEEK 2014

The Malaysia Business Events Week (MBEW) was held at Pullman, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur from 18 – 20 August 2014.

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raging success, The inaugural Malaysia Business Events Week (MBEW) launched by MyCEB saw over 200 delegates from the business events industry converge, communicate and debate issues that impact the industry’s future growth and sustainability. Among the objectives of MBEW is to equip and empower the next generation to meet the challenges of the business events industry and continue the excellent work that has been done by seizing the baton to carry us through to 2020 and beyond.

Exhibition Planning Seminar speakers with Vice President of MACEOS, Alun Jones

Built on the theme “Exceeding Expectations”, during MBEW, a series of workshops and sessions were held to expose delegates to industry strategies, opportunities and insights.

The delegates had a chance attend specialised dialogue sessions with private and government sectors to identify challenges and how best to address them. There was also a Teh Tarik & Roti Canai platform where delegates were given the opportunity to speak about their challenges as well as share valuable experiences with other delegates.

Speakers during the Q & A session

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BUSINESS EVENTS WEEK The Exhibition Planning Seminar held on the 20 August had a variety of profound industry experts tackle topics such as “What’s next for the Malaysian Exhibition Industry” by Mr Mark Temple – Smith, ITE Asia, Singapore, Exhibition Marketing: Getting The Right Visitors and Effective Sponsorship Marketing

by Mr Peter McKenna from Kallman Worldwide, Adopting New Technologies for Today’s Exhibition by Yusno Yunos, CEO & Founder of Evenesis and Towards Greening Exhibitions by Ar Sarly Adre Sarkum, President of Malaysia Green Building Confederation.

Mark Cochrane from UFI spoke about The Future of the Trade Exhibition Industry in Asia. One of the things that Cochrane highlighted was the importance of digitization in today’s exhibition industry. “Visitors expect an interactive floor plan and data sharing tools when it comes to today’s exhibitions,” Cochrane shares. He explains that people are looking to use their time more efficiently so social media coupled with effective mobile applications are a crucial part of the exhibition industry today. Cochrane also reiterates the need for a sophisticated

online platform. “It is important to have a continued and extended relationship with your exhibitors and visitors,” he says. Cochrane believes that South East Asia is a top performer in the exhibitions industry worldwide. Malaysia in particular he says has all the qualities of a popular exhibitions destination and has the ability to do very well as a top of the mind MICE destination.

Before the session closed for the day, delegates were able to participate in a question and answer session with the speakers.

Teh Tarik & Roti Canai Session

One of the many workshops held at MBEW

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MACEOS MEMBER DIRECTORY A

Agility Logistics Sdn Bhd T: 03-78418888 F:03-78423295 E: ILeow@agility.com W: www.agility.com

AOS Convention & Events Sdn Bhd

T: 03-42529100 F: 03-42751133 E: mice@aosconventions.com W: www.aosconventions.com

ASC Agenda Suria Communication Sdn Bhd

T: 03-22785555 F: 03-22785544 E: info@agendasuria.com W: www.agendasuria.com

AV Image Systems Sdn Bhd

T: 03-61856771/2 F: 03-61856773 E: martin@avimage.com.my W: www.avimage.com.my

AV Solutions Integrated Sdn Bhd

T: 03-62728905/6 F: 03-62728907 E: ragu@avsolutions.com.my W: www.avsolutions.com.my

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Berjaya University College of Hospitality

T: 03-26877000 F: 03-26877001 E: info@berjaya.edu.my W: www.berjaya.edu.my

Borneo Adventure Sdn Bhd

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Curio Pack Sdn Bhd

Harenet Communications Sdn Bhd

T: 03-33722828 F: 03-33730055 E: hq@curiopack.com.my W: www.curiopack.com.my

T: 03-91329888 F: 03-91323999 E: expo@harenet.com.my W: www.harenet.com.my

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Helo Holdings Sdn Bhd

D Avenue Technologies Sdn Bhd T: 03-78321138 F: 03-78321138 E: beeleng@d-avenue.com W: www.d-avenue.com

T: 03-89399667 F: 07-3528468 E: heloled@gmail.com W: www.heloled.com/www.xpomass.com.my

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Doremi Services & Rental Sdn Bhd

ICEM Sdn Bhd

T: 03-6161031 F: 03-662758019 E: eehuang@doremi.com.my W: www.doremievent.com

T: 03- 61518682 F: 03-61514852 E: klyuen@icemregional.com W: www.icemregional.com

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Idea Sempurna Services Sdn Bhd

ECMI ITE Asia Sdn Bhd

T: 03-80230820 F: 03-80230830 E: wycheong@ecmi.com.my W: www.ecmi.com.my

EDGE Concept Sdn Bhd

T: 03-92848662 F: 03-92858662 E: info@edge.concept.com.my W: www.edgeconcept.com.my

EM Exhibitions (M) Sdn Bhd T: 03-62053631 F: 03-62053630 E: info@eventmasters.com.my W: www.pcexpo.com.my

T: 082-245175 F: 082-422626 E: info@borneoadventure.com W: www.borneoadventure.com

EFE Expo Sdn Bhd

Borneo Convention Centre Kuching

Elite Expo Sdn Bhd

T: 03-62709332 F: 03-62709331 E: sally@efe.my W: www.efe.my

T: 03-62779298 F: 03-62779248 E: faris@ideasempurna.com.my W: www.ideasempurna.com.my

Innogen Sdn Bhd

T: 03-89611108 F: 03-89610687 E: info@innogen.com.my W: www.innogen.com.my

Interexpo (M) Sdn Bhd

T: 03-77103333 F: 03-77103818 E: wkmak@interexpo-my.com W: www.interexpo-my.com

Ivory Times Square Sdn Bhd

T: 04-2109020 F: 04-2109021 E: enquiry@penangtimessquare.com contact@ivory.com.my W: www.penangtimessquare.com

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T: 082-392888 F: 082-480222 E: eric.vanpiggelen@bcck.com.my W: www.bcck.com.my

T: 03-58911157 F: 03-58911147 E: Johnson@elite.com.my W: www.elite.com.my

Brandme Associate Sdn Bhd

ES Event Management Sdn Bhd

T: 03-62579335 F: 03-62579387 E: sdchia@brandme.com.my W: www.brandme.com.my

T: 03-91321922 F: 03-91331920 E: esevent@esevent.com.my W: www.esevent.com.my

T: 03-78461811 F: 03-78461944 E: enquiry@jim.com.my W: www.jim.com.my

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JIM Project & Expo Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd

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C.I.S Network Sdn Bhd

Fair & Events Management Sdn Bhd

Kaizer Exhibitions & Conferences Sdn Bhd

T: 03-56361788 F: 03-56372788 E: enquiries@femsb.com W: www.femsb.com

T: 03-62751088, 62775108 F:03-62779108 E: enquiries@kaizer.com.my W: www.kaizer.com.my

CnE Global Sdn Bhd

Felix Expo Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd

Kingsmen-Keb Systems Sdn Bhd

T: 03-79824668 F: 03-79821648 E: linda@cisnetwork.com W: www.cisnetwork.com T: 03-62033663 F: 03-62031948 E: event@cneglobal.com.my

CEMS Conference and Exhibition (M) Sdn Bhd

T: 03-62112438 F: 03-62062428 E: hellen@cems.com.my W: www.cems.com.my

Creative Arm & Communication Sdn Bhd

T: 03-56369511 F: 03-56327795 E: malaysia@felixexpolog.com W: www.felixexpolog.com

Fireworks Event (M) Sdn Bhd T: 03-61484688 F: 03-61484811 E: P\#DVLD多UHZRUNV FRP W: ZZZ DVLD多UHZRUNV FRP

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre T: 03-23332888 F: 03-23332882 E: info@klccconventioncentre.com W: www.klccconventioncentre.com

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Maeps Mgt Sdn Bhd

T: 03-6037032 F: 03-62037034 E: mecc@cac.com.my W: http://mecc.matrade.gov.my | 39

T: 03-90761010 F:03-90802990 E: kingsmen@kingsmen.com.my W: www.kingsmen-int.com

T: 03-89434699 F: 03-89434985 E: nmalik@maeps.com.my W: www.maeps.com.my | Business Events Malaysia |

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Malaysian Exhibition Services Sdn Bhd

T: 03-40410311 F: 03-40437241 E: ajones@mesallworld.com W: www.mesallworld.com

Medimesra Care Management Sdn Bhd

T: 03-41421151 F:03-41420151 E: kin9127@yahoo.com.my W: www.bpex.com.my

Malaysian Gifts & Premium Entrepreneur Association (MGPA)

T: 03-78873338 / 012-4297880 F: 03-78802228 E: enquiry@mgpa.org.my W: www.kligp.com.my, www.mgpa.org.my

Messe Worldwide Sdn Bhd

T: 03-78032276 F: 03-78033276 E: info@messeww.com W: www.messeww.com

Pico International (M) Sdn Bhd

T: 03-62755990 F: 03-62753233 E: peterteh@pico.com.my/ info@pico.com.my W: www.pico.com,my

Premier ITE Sdn Bhd

T: 03-78429863 F: 03-78427863 E: info@tradelink.com.my W: www.tradelink.com.my

Putrade Property Management Sdn Bhd T: 03-26146999 F: 03-40493330 E: maxson@pwtc.com.my W: www.pwtc.com.my

Putrajaya International Convention Centre Sdn Bhd T: 03-88876000 F: 03-88876499 E: enquiry@picc.com.my W: www.picc.com.my

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Qube Integrated Malaysia Sdn Bhd

T: 03-80239980 F: 03-80239981 E: heng@micro-zone.net W: www.micro-zone.net

T: 03-61519973/9673 F: 03-61513973/3673 E: alicia@qube.com.my / andrew.soon@qube.com W: www.qube.com.my

MINES Int’l Exhibition Centre Sdn Bhd

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Micro-Zone Resources Sdn Bhd

T: 03-89452055/89495400 F: 03-89495404 E: info@miecc.mines.com.my W: www.miecc.mines.com.my

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Newfair (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd T: 03-61570767 F: 03-61563767 E: info@newfair.com.my W: www.newfair.com.my

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Orange Events Sdn Bhd

T: 03-77296010 / 77297010 F: 03-77299010 E: blurr@orangeevents.com.my W: www.orangevents.com.my

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Parico Electrical Engineering Sdn Bhd T: 03-62754133 F: 03-62754330 E: info@pico.com.my W: www.pico.com.my

Penexpo Events Sdn Bhd T: 04-5388471 F: 04-5387471 E: francis@penexpo.com.my W: www.penexpo.com.my

Persada Johor Int.Convention Centre T: 07-2198888 F: 07-2235522 E: VDOHV#SXWHULSDFL¿F FRP W: www.persadajohor.com

Persatuan Pengurusan Kompleks Malaysia (PPK) Malaysia Shopping Malls Association T: 03-77276202, 77276232 F: 03-77276203 E: Ppkmalaysia1984@gmail.com W: www.ppkm.org.my | 40

R E Rogers (M) Sdn Bhd

T: 03-55108611 F: 03-55106296 E: chris@rogers-asia.com W: www.rogers-asia.com

Radius Exhibits & Interiors Sdn Bhd T: 03-79682002 F: 03-79586610 E: michellechua@radiusworld.com W: www.radiusworld.com

Reed Elsevier Sdn Bhd

T: 65-67804653 F: 65-65883832 E: louise.chua@reedexpo.com.sg W: www.reedexpo.com.sg

Reliance Conventions & Events

T: 03-21702000 ext 1168 F: 03-27300072 E: fukeicheong@relianceconventions.com W: www.relianceconventions.com

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