Trade Fairs

EMO Hannover 2023 World Tour in Bangkok

The “EMO Hannover 2023 World Tour” in Bangkok organised on 13 February 2023 and brought together a diverse range of industry leaders, experts, and enthusiasts to delve into the cutting-edge advancements in the production sector.

Taking place at the Eastin Grand Hotel Sathorn, the event commenced with an exclusive interview conducted by GTCC with esteemed speakers Dr. Wilfried Schäfer, Executive Director of German Machine Tool Builders’ Association (VDW) and Mr. Hartwig von Saß, Press and Public Relations at Deutsche Messe AG.

After GTCC Deputy Executive Director Mr. Marius Mehner welcomed all the guests and speakers, the two speakers shared with the audience their insightful statements on the latest industry news and developments.

This was followed by a statement from past exhibitor Ms. Chantaravimol Kaewmee, Marketing Manager at Fultech Technology, who provided valuable insights on the industry. Among the attendees were Thai Tool and Die Industry Association (TDIA) president and board members, researchers from National Metal and Material Technology ENTEC, representatives from German machine tool companies such as botek, Guehring, M.B. Machinebau, Robert Bosch Automotive Technologies, and many more from industrial news agencies.

The event concluded with a thought-provoking Q&A session and networking lunch, providing attendees with ample opportunities to expand their knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals.

THAILAND AS SOUTH-EAST ASIA’S HUB MOVING TOWARDS HIGH-TECH AND VALUE-ADDED MANUFACTURING

Thailand's manufacturing industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, with the incorporation of new technologies turning it into a highly sophisticated and globally competitive manufacturing powerhouse. This shift towards high-tech and valueadded manufacturing has been facilitated by Thailand's strategic location at the heart of South-East Asia, an abundance of natural resources and a highly-skilled workforce. As a result, Thailand has become a hub for manufacturing in the region, attracting investors seeking to create innovative products and services that require advanced manufacturing technologies, as well as sophisticated production and logistics services.

The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies have played a significant role in driving this transformation. The integration of big data, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), digital business models, automation, and robotics have created tremendous opportunities for a highly-skilled and knowledge-centric workforce to enhance manufacturing and production processes across industries. This trend towards smart technology and innovation can be seen across industries in Thailand, including the next-generation automotive, healthcare, advanced agriculture and biotechnology sectors.

Thailand's position as the second-largest economy in the ASEAN region after Indonesia places it in a good position, with high investments in machine tool-purchasing industries, such as electrical and mechanical engineering, motor vehicles and parts, and basic metals. In addition, Thailand is the largest automobile producer in the region after Indonesia, with a strong automotive and electronics market.

As smart technology continues to reshape the way businesses compete and operate, there are still significant untapped opportunities to apply additional advanced technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI),and data analytics, to name a few. The future of manufacturing and production is growing more connected as factories shift from traditional operations and manual processes to lean manufacturing with highly integrated automation systems that deliver streamlined and cost-effective production. To stay at the forefront of these technological advancements, Thai companies and government agencies are turning their attention to the upcoming EMO Hannover 2023 trade fair.

EMO HANNOVER 2023 SUPPORTS THAILAND’S MOVE TOWARDS A CIRCULAR ECONOMY

EMO Hannover 2023 will take place during 18 - 23 September 2023 in Hannover, Germany. It is the perfect platform for Thai companies and government agencies to visit in order to explore the latest cuttingedge technologies and propel industrial production forward in Thailand. With more than 1,300 exhibitors from approximately 40 nations, including major supplier nations such as Thailand, Taiwan, China, Japan and the Republic of Korea, the fair provides an excellent opportunity to analyze and assess these developments, as well as to identify potential partners. By attending EMO Hannover 2023, Thai companies and government agencies can gain valuable insights into the latest technological trends and innovations in the manufacturing industry, and use this knowledge to further enhance their own production processes and capabilities.

EMO Hannover 2023 is particularly wellmatched for Thai policymakers, who are looking to support the country's move towards a circular economy, which aims to reduce waste and promote the sustainable use of resources. With a growing emphasis on skills development and talent management, Thai companies are also looking to attract and retain the best talent in an increasingly competitive marketplace. EMO Hannover 2023 offers an opportunity for Thai policymakers and industry leaders to exchange ideas, share best practices and explore new partnerships that can help to drive Thailand's industrial growth forward.

Thailand's manufacturing industry has come a long way, thanks to its strategic location, natural resources and highly-skilled workforce. The incorporation of new technologies has transformed it into a highly sophisticated and globally competitive manufacturing powerhouse. However, there are still significant untapped opportunities to apply additional advanced technologies to enhance manufacturing and production processes further. EMO Hannover 2023 provides an excellent platform for Thai companies, government agencies and policymakers to explore the latest cuttingedge technologies, share best practices and forge new partnerships that can help drive Thailand's industrial growth forward.

BAU 2023: World's leading trade fair for architecture, materials and systems

17-22 April 2023, Munich

Every two years the global building and construction trade community heads to Munich for BAU, the world's leading trade fair for architecture, materials and systems. BAU is the business, contact and information platform for everyone who is involved in planning, building, operating and designing buildings. It showcases the latest products and materials for commercial and residential construction and interior work, both for new-build as well as renovation and modernization.

BAU 2023 will highlight future-oriented concepts and solutions related to smart building and building automation. It gathers, under one roof, manufacturers, architects, planners, investors and representatives of the trade, research, education, interior and exterior construction sectors. There is a prominent presence of architects, building and fitting-out traders, and suppliers as well as building companies and developers.

More than a quarter of a million industry members are expected to attend BAU in Munich from 17 to 22 April 2023. More than 2,200 exhibitors use the BAU showcase to present their latest offers, including building materials and construction tools, flooring and roofing as well as energy and lighting systems and technologies, IT and security solutions, and much more. Exhibitors at BAU are especially interested in the German and European markets with emphasis on Austria, Switzerland, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, the Benelux and Scandinavian countries. There is also a rising interest in Asia, North America, Oceania and Australia as target and sales markets.

BAU's first-rate and pioneering programme of supporting events rounds out the range of exhibits. Its forums, special shows and gatherings make the fair the most important information and inspiration platform for the entire industry.

More details are available at https://bau-muenchen.com/en/. For further information, please contact the German-Thai Chamber of Commerce’s official representative for Messe München GmbH in Thailand, Ms. Patamaporn Wasuwat, by telephone at +66 2 055 0641 or by e-mail at muenchen@gtcc.org

DMEA 2023: Experience all facets of digital health

25-27 April 2023, Berlin

DMEA, Europe´s leading digital health conference and trade fair for digitalisation in the health-care sector, will take place for the sixteenth time on the Berlin Exhibition Grounds from 25 to 27 April 2023. The focus will range from digitalisation strategies for the health-care sector and nursing, to consumer health and data protection in inpatient facilities as well as interoperability.

Once a year, experts from the digital health industry meet for three days in Berlin. DMEA gathers decision-makers from every area of the health-care sector including IT specialists, physicians, hospital and nursing care executives as well as experts from politics, business and science. In addition to a comprehensive market overview, DMEA offers all players a wide range of opportunities for intensive exchange, targeted networking and effective customer acquisition.

In 2022, after two years of virtual events due to the pandemic, DMEA was able to take place again in-person. More than 11,000 attendees and 500 exhibitors as well as 300 speakers from Germany and around the world took part in the event.

What moves health IT today and tomorrow? DMEA 2023 will provide answers to this question with its extensive programme of lectures, discussions and workshops. Experts from politics, science and practice await you on various stages and hubs.

Trade visitors can expect a wide-ranging programme featuring congress lectures, workshops, seminars, discussions, pitches and panel lectures on the digital future of the health sector. DMEA 2023 topics will include health data use, AI, telemedicine applications, the outlook for the telematics infrastructure (TI), the electronic patient file (ePA) and ePrescriptions.

DMEA is held by the German Association of Healthcare IT Vendors (bvitg) and organised by Messe Berlin. It is organised in co-operation with the following industry associations: the German Association for Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology (GMDS); and the German Medical Informatics Professional Association (BVMI). The National Association of Hospital IT Managers (KH-IT) and the Chief Information Officers of University Hospitals (CIO-UK) provide contributions on the subject matter.

More details on DMEA are available at https://www.dmea.de/en/. For further information, please contact the GermanThai Chamber of Commerce’s official representative for Messe Berlin GmbH in Thailand, Ms. Patamaporn Wasuwat, by telephone at +66 2 055 0641 or by e-mail at berlin@gtcc.org.

ISEE & CEFE 2023

12-14 September 2023, Nanjing, China

ISEE & CEFE powered by INTERSCHUTZ was created by industry giants such as Beijing Safever Science & Technology Innovation Center, China National Machinery Industry International Co., Ltd. and Hannover Milano Fairs Shanghai Ltd. They Integrate academic and technical forces in the field of safety production and emergency rescue, domestic large state-owned enterprises’ resources and INTERSCHUTZ’s global resources.

ISEE & CEFE 2023 powered by INTERSCHUTZ focuses on four major aspects – work safety, comprehensive fire rescue, urban safety, and disaster mitigation – aimed at satisfying five needs of law enforcement: (a) equipment for emergency management and general administration; (b) professional equipment to guarantee safety production and rescue in accidents; (c) rescue equipment for comprehensive fire-fighting teams and service-providing organs; (d) equipment for safety monitoring and early warning in urban and rural areas; and (e) personal protective gear for production operators and professional rescuers.

All the exhibits, seminars and training revolve around the above initiatives and demands.

All the exhibits, seminars and training revolve around the above initiatives and demands. The exhibition commits to comprehensively promoting equipment research and development, and sales through buyer-supplier matching, knowledge sharing, technological innovation guidance, equipment promotion, and policy interpretation in the form of demonstrations and discussion.

For more details, please contact Mr. Nupat Khusribanchong, the official German-Thai Chamber of Commerce representative for Deutsche Messe AG Thailand, by telephone at +66 2 055 0643 or by e-mail at hannover@gtcc.org.

Insights-X 2023: Mass return of big brands

11-14 October 2021

Insights-X takes place from 11 to 14 October – and even at this early stage, its merits are being positively received. The new schedule has one particular feature – whereas the weekdays from Wednesday to Friday will, on the whole, be chiefly addressing buyers from larger multiple retailers across Europe, extending the opening to Saturday offers specialist retailers an additional day when they can visit the fair. “This innovation has resulted from our visitor and exhibitor survey. There, the importance of Saturday as a trading day within the German-speaking DACH region became clear and we have responded appropriately to this,” according to Christian Ulrich, spokesperson of the Executive Board at Spielwarenmesse eG.

For the first three days, the trade can take advantage of the entire pool of exhibitors. On what is being called the eXtra-Day, a central area will be available to them with well-known suppliers and campaigns. On the afternoon of Friday, 13 October, the Autumn Conference of the duo schreib & spiel association will take place at the exhibition centre itself, keeping the distances involved very short and ensuring that no valuable business time is lost in travelling between the events.

Many manufacturers and big brands have already registered for the eighth edition of Insights-X. They include major domestic and international players such as Ambar, Clairefontaine, Exacompta, Lässig, Stylex and Undercover. Faber-Castell will also be there again.

“Insights-X is the leading trade fair, making it a yardstick for the important seasonal school trade and a key communication platform,” emphasized Stefan Matschke, DACH Region Sales Director at Faber-Castell, noting the strength of the back-to-school sector. In addition, “for ourselves and the retail trade, Insights-X offers an opportunity to get into face-to-face discussions with the decisionmakers in the industry,” according to Klaus Fliegerbauer, Managing Director of Eberhard Faber Vertrieb.

The high quality in terms of both exhibitors and visitors will continue to play an important part in the fair. Its compact format, perfectly tailored to the needs of the sector, ensures that visits to exhibitors are quick and easy to arrange. “As well as having a relaxed and casual atmosphere, the fair is also of key importance to us as a brand,” says Andreas Stark, Director of Sales, Germany – Sales Manager eCommerce at STABILO, emphasizing the value of Insights-X. In addition, he mentioned a further pluspoint in relation to ordering: “October is the ideal time. In short, it is a date that should be there in everyone’s diary.” The event will be rounded off by a party on the Friday evening, organised by Spielwarenmesse eG together with the exhibitors for all participants at the trade fair.

For further details, Thai companies interested in participating in the event, please contact Mr. Nupat Khusribanchong, the official German-Thai Chamber of Commerce representative for Insights-X in Thailand, by telephone at +66 2 055 0643 or by e-mail at nuernberg@gtcc.org.

AGRITECHNICA 2023

12-18 November 2023, Hannover

Agritechnica 2023, which will place 12-18 November 2023, in Hanover, Germany, already promises strong exhibitor participation from Germany and abroad. Following the stand booking deadline for the world's leading trade fair for agricultural machinery, the organizer DLG (German Agricultural Society) announced that 2,000 exhibitors from 49 countries have signed up. All leading agricultural machinery companies will be represented. High numbers of exhibitors have also been registered for the parallel exhibition, Systems & Components, the B2B marketplace for the international agricultural machinery supplier industry of the entire off-highway sector.

"Today, some nine months before the start of the exhibition, the number of registrations so far impressively reflects the outstanding position of Agritechnica for the international agricultural machinery sector and its suppliers," says Timo Zipf, project manager for Agritechnica. "As the world's largest trade fair in the industry, Agritechnica is not only the leading international business platform, but also a forum for the worldwide professional exchange of future-oriented crop production," he added.

"Green Productivity" is the guiding theme of Agritechnica 2023, focusing on the challenges of modern crop farming: how can agriculture increase productivity while protecting the soil, climate and environment? Agritechnica’s exhibition programme will be accompanied by a technical programme that offers live events, demo shows and a new series of ‘expert stages’ – a platform exploring topics such as smart spraying, smart and remote sensing, connectivity, autonomous farm equipment and alternative powertrain systems as well as how to achieve greater efficiency and resource conservation in the field through tyres, ballasting and assistance systems.

Agritechnica’s partner events are: Systems & Components, the B2B marketplace for the international supplier industry in the agricultural machinery and off-highway sector; and the "Inhouse Farming - Feed & Food Show", the new DLG platform for the agricultural and food systems of the future, with strong ties to farm practitioners.

For more details, please contact Mr. Nupat Khusribanchong, the official German-Thai Chamber of Commerce representative for Deutsche Messe AG Thailand, by telephone at +66 2 055 0643 or by e-mail at hannover@gtcc.org.