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Plastic pipe conference will enhance industry operations

19th January 2024 The Plastic Pipes Conference Association (PPCA) will host its OZPIPE conference at the InterContinental in Sydney, Australia, from November 11 to 13, 2024. The event will be co-hosted by the Plastics Industry Pipe Association (PIPA) and will carry the theme ‘Sustainable Infrastructure – The... →

Security conference showcases latest security trends

19th January 2024 A trendsetter forum in the security sector, Securex South Africa 2024 will take place from May 28 to 30, at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, alongside the colocated A-OSH EXPO, Facilities Management Expo, and Firexpo 2024. Not only does Securex South Africa afford visitors the... →

An image of visitors attending the Securex conference

SECURITY TECH HAVEN Visitors attending Securex and indulging in high-tech security innovations

Africa’s Big 7 provides marketplace for food industry players

By: Trent Roebeck 19th January 2024 Africa’s Big 7 will be celebrating its twenty-first year of providing a platform in Africa for food and beverage product manufacturers, suppliers, retailers and other food industry service providers. Africa’s Big 7 will co-locate with the Hotel & Hospitality Expo Africa and the South African... →

An image of Evan Schiff and other Africa's Big 7 members and exhibitors

OPEN FOR TRADE Evan Schiff and other members and exhibitors of Africa's Big 7 2023 open the exhibition for trade

Exhibition celebrates 30 years of promoting trade opportunities

By: Trent Roebeck 19th January 2024 The country’s oldest multi-sectorial trade exhibition, the South African International Trade Exhibition (SAITEX) will celebrate its thirtieth anniversary in 2024, commemorating its role in contributing to economic growth and development on the African continent. For the first time, SAITEX will be... →

An image of Dubai International Chamber and SAITEX members

DUBAI INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER LAUNCHED THEIR NEW HORIZONS INITIATIVE AT SAITEX 2023 An initiative to grow its members' connectivity with global markets

Exhibition Freighting GSM

20th January 2023 An exhibition, trade show, event or demonstration would not be able to take place without the proper equipment and products. A major player in the exhibition freight forwarding arena in South Africa, Exhibition Freighting GSM (EF-GSM) is the obvious choice to handle the logistics for both local... →

Multiple sectors covered with targeted trade shows

20th January 2023 On the back of a highly successful year that saw the return to in-person trade shows, Specialised Exhibitions — a division of the Montgomery Group - is gearing up for a busy year, with five popular exhibitions held within a seven-week period. From June 6 to June 8 this year, the company will host... →

Company leveraging experience to navigate evolving industry

By: Cameron Mackay 20th January 2023 Exhibition stand design and construction company RedAnt Design intends to leverage its 22 years of industry experience to navigate the evolving landscape of the local business conferences and exhibitions industry. RedAnt produces exhibition stands, which help companies achieve a “powerful brand... →

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RETURNING ATTENDANCE RedAnt needs to advocate for physical exhibitions in terms of high-impact designs and cost-effective manufacture

Association hopes industry becomes profitable again

By: Cameron Mackay 20th January 2023 The Exhibition and Event Association of Southern Africa (EXSA) hopes that profits increase this year for the local business conferences and exhibitions industry, but EXSA GM Lee-Ann Alder recognises that rising living costs remain a significant challenge going forward. “We foresee that 2023 will... →

Events require innovation and communication to reignite in 2022

By: Anna Moross 4th February 2022 Through open communication and innovation with industry role-players – such as organisers, government departments and other associations – nonprofit organisation Exhibition and Event Association of Southern Africa (EXSA) believes the events and exhibitions industry can be reignited this year. →

LEE-ANN ALDER Once the first few events and exhibitions have taken place, and people see the safety of having exhibitions and events, we are certain that other companies wishing to organise events and exhibitions this year will follow

Company highlights key industry exhibitions for 2022

By: Anna Moross 4th February 2022 Despite the exhibitions industry having been curtailed by the Covid-19 pandemic during the past two years, exhibition company Specialised Exhibitions MD Gary Corin is excited about the portfolio of the company, a division of Montgomery Group. →

An aerial view of the Electra Mining Africa exhibition

ELECTRA MINING AFRICA Hundreds of exhibitors will also showcase their latest innovations, products and services at Electra Mining Africa – Southern Africa’s biggest mining, electrical, automation, manufacturing, power and transport trade exhibition

Conference to explore energy, climate, innovation

4th February 2022 The fortieth yearly instalment of the world’s pre-eminent energy conference CERAWeek will explore ‘Pace of Change: Energy, Climate and Innovation.’ →

AEI Indaba set to take place in March

4th February 2022 The Africa Energy Indaba (AEI) conference, now in its fourteenth year, combines the hybrid model of virtual discussion and debate from March 1 to 3 with an on-site in-person exhibition from March 1 to 2 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CITCC) in Cape Town. →

Hybrid events to carry industry, physical format still needed

By: Cameron Mackay 29th January 2021 Innovation in the exhibitions, events and conferencing industry will result in a roll-out of hybrid events this year, says local exhibition company Specialised Exhibitions – a division of Montgomery Group - portfolio director Charlene Hefer. This involves a “blend of the on-site experience with... →

RESTARTING THE INDUSTRY Innovation in the industry will see a roll-out of hybrid events, mixing the onsite experience with digital services and products

Regulations force exhibition supplier to diversify

By: Cameron Mackay 29th January 2021 The Covid-19 pandemic has led to exhibition stand design and construction company RedAnt Design diversifying its offering to provide more design capabilities and solutions for virtual and hybrid shows. The Covid-19 pandemic has significantly impacted on the business exhibition events and... →

INDUSTRY LOSSES While many event organising companies have survived by integrating digital aspects into previously held in-person events, suppliers’ events have been severely affected

Company leverages global partnership for virtual events

By: Cameron Mackay 29th January 2021 Eastern Cape-based events organising company Inkanyezi Event Organisers has created the Global Partner Network, a group of leading event managers and trade facilitation leaders who will jointly organise several international business exhibitions and trade shows this year. Inkanyezi CEO Andrew... →

ANDREW BINNING While virtual events are not the preferred option, many companies would rather take part in virtual events than nothing as a way to market themselves

PVC industry conference upcoming

31st January 2020 The Southern African Vinyls Association’s (SAVA’s) conference for the local polyvinyl chloride (PVC) industry will be taking place on June 12, 2020 at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg. According to SAVA CEO Adri Spangenberg the previous conference took place in 2017. →

Conferences still vital despite tough trading conditions

By: Mc'Kyla Nortje 31st January 2020 Despite a challenging trading environment over the years, trade shows are well supported, which indicates their relevance across various industries, says event organiser Specialised Exhibitions MD Gary Corin. “Although exhibitors are cautious about the way in which they participate at... →

Events and exhibitions crucial for South African economy

By: Mc'Kyla Nortje 31st January 2020 The Exhibitions and Events Association of Southern Africa (EXSA) strives to increase the significance of exhibitions and events in the marketing mix to demonstrate the power of face-to-face marketing while promoting and growing the Southern Africa exhibition and events industry. EXSA represents... →

INCREASED EXPOSURE Exhibitions and events also have a direct and positive financial impact on entrepreneurs and their exposure in the tourism sector

Coal conference addresses challenges

By: Mc'Kyla Nortje 31st January 2020 The planned phase-out of coal in South Africa and other developed countries is one of the biggest challenges facing the coal industry, says London-based global information provider IHS Editor Markit Southern African Coal Report editor in chief Randy Fabi He notes that top government officials,... →

GOING STRONG The yearly conference is the longest running and most well received coal industry event in Africa

Indaba to shape Africa energy policies

By: Mc'Kyla Nortje 31st January 2020 The Africa Energy Indaba conference provides a yearly programme that shapes energy policies for the continent. The conference will take place this year from March 3 to 4 at the Sandton Convention Centre, in Johannesburg. →

LIZ HART The Africa Energy Indaba 2020 will shed light on what is required of municipalities

IFAT Africa features broader scope

1st February 2019 IFAT Africa, a trade fair for water, sewage, refuse and recycling, will have a broader scope this year, as the event is colocated for the first time with food & drink technology Africa (fdt Africa) and analytica Lab Africa. Presented by international exhibition organiser Messe München, IFAT... →

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WASTE AND RECYCLING IFAT Africa will focus on waste management and recycling for sub-Saharan Africa

Organisers aim to support local junior mining industry

By: Jessica Oosthuizen 1st February 2019 Resource sector investment conference organiser Resources 4 Africa aims to support the junior mining industry in South Africa through relevant industry discussions and debates, thought-provoking content on the industry’s most relevant issues at this year’s Junior Indaba. The focus of this year’s... →

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DISCUSSION SESSIONS Mining Charter III will feature in a few of the conference discussion sessions

Power-Gen Africa co-located with African Utility Week

By: Jessica Oosthuizen 1st February 2019 Following the acquisition of event organisers PennWell by event organisers Clarion Energy, this year, the Power-Gen Africa show will be colocated alongside African Utility Week (AUW), creating a truly scaled, end-to-end show encompassing the entire electricity and water value chain. The events... →

PROMINENT CONFERENCE Spintelligent hopes to build on African Utility Week’s position as the pre-eminent pan-African show of its type

Disruptive forces set to change power utility business models

1st February 2019 It appears that several disruptive forces are set to threaten the traditional power utility business model. Distributed power generation, technological advances and changing customer perspectives are among some of the major influencers responsible for this transformative change. This volatile... →

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ENERGY FUTURE The theme of this year’s Africa Energy Indaba is Africa’s Energy Future

Conference to focus on Africa’s manufacturing potential

By: Jessica Oosthuizen 1st February 2019 This year, the Manufacturing Indaba’s theme is Untapped Potential – The Growth and Development of Manufacturing and Industrialisation to Unlock Africa’s Potential. Event organiser Siyenza Management MD Liz Hart points out that the launch of the African Continental Free Trade Area – a single... →

LIZ HART South Africa has an established, resilient and diversified manufacturing base that competes competently in the global economy

World-class speakers confirmed for exhibition

2nd February 2018 Africa’s only dedicated heating, energy, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trade exhibition FRIGAIR expo will fly in three world-class American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) speakers to present topical short courses during the show. The... →

KNOWLEDGE CORNER Courses at FRIGAIR expo can benefit engineers, architects, contractors and designers

Conference to focus on innovation

2nd February 2018 Information and communication technology (ICT) experts and decision-makers from both the public and private sectors and from academia are gathering at the Technology Innovation Conference hosted by the Gauteng provincial government (GPG) to analyse the wave of digital and technological innovation... →

TECHNOLOGY TAKEOVER
The Technology Innovation Conference is reflecting on progress made in creating connectedness among government entities, citizens and businesses

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TECHNOLOGY TAKEOVER The Technology Innovation Conference is reflecting on progress made in creating connectedness among government entities, citizens and businesses

Conference to focus on intra-Africa trade development

By: Jessica Oosthuizen 2nd February 2018 This year, the Manufacturing Indaba’s theme is Industrialising Africa, which Manufacturing Indaba MD Liz Hart believes will support the development of more intra-Africa trade opportunities. “Africa is still relying on agriculture and the export of raw commodities for economic growth. Although... →

CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES The Manufacturing Indaba will focus on Africa’s manufacturing potential

Construction expo brings new opportunities to KwaZulu-Natal

2nd February 2018 The second annual KZN Construction Expo will gather thousands of construction professionals, government officials and investors to support infrastructure development, service delivery, and the development partnerships and industry transformation currently underway in the province. KwaZulu-Natal... →

INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT
Round table discussions will focus on enabling public-private sector collaboration to achieve KwaZulu-Natal’s development milestones for infrastructure

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INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT Round table discussions will focus on enabling public-private sector collaboration to achieve KwaZulu-Natal’s development milestones for infrastructure

Inaugural conference aims to find cross-border trade solutions

By: Jessica Oosthuizen 2nd February 2018 nvestment conference organiser Resources 4 Africa’s inaugural Cross-Border Mining Services (CBMS) Africa Indaba aims to find solutions to the challenges that the African mining industry faces when procuring and transporting goods and services across the continent. “This is the only event in... →

EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE The Cross-Border Mining Services Africa Indaba will bring together heads of procurement and supply chain from mining companies, equipment suppliers and engineering, procurement and construction managers

African expo and conference expanding

By: Jessica Oosthuizen 2nd February 2018 To cater for a growing interest in power generation and water, this year’s African Utility Week (AUW) will occupy the entire Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) as well as the new building, CTICC 2. The new 31 148 m2 building consists of 10 000 m2 conference and exhibition space... →

NETWORKING HUB The African Utility Week conference and expo will feature over 300 speakers

Exhibition Freighting GSM

2nd February 2018 An exhibition, trade show, event or demonstration would not be able to take place without the proper equipment and products. A major player in the exhibition freight forwarding arena in South Africa, Exhibition Freighting GSM (EF-GSM) is the obvious choice to handle the logistics for both local... →

Digitalisation major topic at railways expo and conference

2nd February 2018 In line with trends such as the Internet of Things (IoT), big data and analytics and machine learning, digitalisation will play a major role in this year’s Africa Rail agenda. The conference will look at the innovative technologies and systems that are transforming the African industry and... →

GROWING NUMBERS Africa Rail organiser Terrapinn expects 7 000 attendees this year

Switzerland to share skills development insight with South Africa

By: Tasneem Bulbulia 3rd February 2017 Best practice cases for skills development and implementation from Switzerland will be the focus for skills development company Expect More International (EMI) at the first Switzerland and South Africa Sustainable Skills Development Conference. EMI partner Bert Evers notes that the 2017... →

EMI PARTNERS The EMI partners Bert Evers (left), Sabine Grebien (middle) and Bruno Geiger (left) envision the conference as an exciting platform to unlock mindsets about skills development

Expo and conference to focus on major industry trends

3rd February 2017 In line with significant changes in the power and energy landscapes in Africa, this year’s African Utility Week (AUW) conference and expo will focus on the latest challenges, developments and opportunities in the power and water sectors. “The availability of private investment for power and... →

SOURCING SOLUTIONS The African Utility week conference and expo will gather over 7000 decision-makers from more than 40 countries

Conference aims to foster low carbon economy

By: Tasneem Bulbulia 3rd February 2017 With South Africa’s signing of the Paris Agreement at the United Nations twenty-first Conference of the Parties in 2015 requiring it to have met certain greenhouse-gas emission reduction targets from a mitigation and an adaptation point of view by 2020, this year’s Industrial Efficiency... →

TRANSFORMING INDUSTRIES The Industrial Efficiency Conference aims to guide industries in energy, water and waste efficiency

Indaba to build on momentum in the African mining sector

3rd February 2017 Following the increasingly brighter global outlook for the mining industry and optimism from the investment community, the Investing in African Mining Indaba (IAMI) 2017 will lead with the theme: ‘Leveraging the next wave of growth: How can you invest in African mining to make long term... →

Conference to address water woes in Africa

By: Bruce Montiea 29th January 2016 Water use and preservation will be a strong focus for the sixteenth African Utility Week and Clean Power Africa conference and trade exhibition that will be held on May 17 to 19 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. →

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