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International Media Summit Marks Milestone in the Run Up to Ipex 2010
Tuesday 22. September 2009 - Organised by IIR Exhibitions (an Informa business), the official Ipex 2010 Media Summit will take place in the modern South Gallery conference facilities at the ExCel Centre in London from 7th - 11th February 2010. Providing an impressive group of 100 international media and influencers with an exclusive preview on what will be on offer at Ipex 2010, a selection of key exhibitors will have the opportunity to present their product news, marketing strategy and future vision throughout the conference programme.
Leading industry players such as Canon Europe, Domino Printing Sciences, Fujifilm Europe and Red Tie have already confirmed their participation at the at the International Ipex 2010 Media Summit with many other suppliers set to sign up over the next few weeks.
Complementing 12 manufacturers/service providers, technology previews, new launches and presentations will be some Ipex related sessions as well as the popular evening social functions which will offer an excellent opportunity for vendors to interact with the global media and continue discussions from earlier in the day.
Comments Trevor Crawford, Ipex 2010 Events Director: “Known as the Ipex Inward Mission in the past, the event has always been an integral milestone for all participants in the run up to Ipex. Not only will the Summit provide an excellent platform to promote the global reach of Ipex to the printing industry and its far-reaching innovations. At the same time, we will also update participants on the multi layered visitor marketing campaign and the planned Ipex 2010 visitor initiatives and features.
“Previous Summits have resulted in a substantial return on investment and significant global press coverage for the participating suppliers within the leading global graphic arts publications. The International Ipex 2010 Media Summit provides an unparalleled opportunity to present to the worlds media some 14 weeks out from what we believe will be the most important Ipex event in its history. Were pleased to have secured the modern facilities at the ExCel London for the event. Its stunning location in the heart of Londons Royal Docks and its close proximity to London City Airport make it the ideal location.”
David Preskett, Director of Professional Print, Canon Europe, comments on the event: “For Canon, attendance at the last pre-Ipex media event was a key element of our communications strategy in the run-up to Ipex 2006. The event offered a rare opportunity to present Canons news and vision to such a large audience of international industry media, was a great networking opportunity, and produced a significant amount of quality coverage for us. Were therefore looking forward to achieving a similar level of success through the Official Ipex 2010 International Media Summit.”
Sheila Richardson, Group Marketing Manager, Domino Printing Sciences comments: “Domino is delighted to be participating again in 2010. Having successfully attended this event previously, we did not hesitate to participate in this unique opportunity to engage members of the press from around the world.”
Says Graham Leeson, marketing communications manager, Graphic Systems Division – FUJIFILM Europe: “The media summit will form a key part of Fujifilm’s Ipex communications strategy. It provides the perfect platform from which to update the international media community on some of Fujifilm’s ground breaking new print technologies.”
Natalie Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Manager, Red Tie says: “”Our web to print solutions originated in the UK and over the last 2 years our company has expanded on a global level. The International Ipex 2010 Media Summit represents the ideal forum to deliver our message worldwide. We firmly believe that the Summit will represent an invaluable opportunity to communicate with world class journalists. The networking opportunities will be unrivalled and the event forms an important part of our 2010 PR strategy.”
Pre-registration for all those wishing to attend Ipex 2010 is now officially available via www.ipex.org/register and will result in a £30 saving off the entrance fee. The immediate wave of registrations has been very encouraging and is tracking ahead of the 2006 cycle. So far, registrations have been received from over 80 countries, reinforcing the importance of Ipex on a global scale. The show organisers have confirmed that there will be free fast-track entry for all pre-registered visitors to the international event which will take place from 18th – 25th May 2010 at the NEC in Birmingham UK.