Reed Adds Two More
Staff -- Tradeshow Week, 5/5/2008
Reed Exhibitions continues to buy and expand its properties in overseas and Canadian markets with the purchase of a science show in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and launch of a jewelry show in Vancouver, British Columbia.
In the Arabian Gulf region, Reed bought the Middle East Ocean Science & Technology Expo from organizer Turret Middle East.
The show, which was just launched in January, adds to Reed's portfolio in the U.A.E. that already includes Aluminum Dubai, Middle East Pool & Spa Exhibition and Arabian Travel Market.
Val Johnston-Jones, industry director of Reed Exhibitions Energy & Marine Group, said of the recent acquisition: "We are delighted to have the opportunity to acquire MEOST as the rapid development in the Middle East is creating some exciting opportunities for the application of marine science and ocean technology."
In Canada, Reed decided to put another feather in its JCK bonnet with the launch of Collections by JCK, which will take place Sept. 24–25 at the Vancouver Trade & Convention Centre.
"Retailers and exhibitors are looking for us to provide a marketplace unique to Vancouver, offering more design-focused jewelry styles along with educational opportunities, not only for buyers, but for all employees who are on the front lines selling jewelry to consumers," said Scott C. Temple, managing director of Reed Exhibitions Canada.
Reed has JCK shows coming up in a variety of locations:
- Luxury & Premiere, May 27–29 at the Venetian Resort Hotel Casino and Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino in Las Vegas
- JCK New Delhi, July 4–6 at the Pragati Maidan Exhibition Centre in New Delhi
- JCK Toronto, Aug. 10–12 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto.
