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60th CARAVAN SALON Concludes With Excellent Results

The 60th edition of CARAVAN SALON organized by Messe Düsseldorf from August 27-September 5, 2021 at Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre in Germany witnessed a record participation of 1,85,000 visitors. At the 60th CARAVAN SALON DÜSSELDORF, which was held under special auspices due to the current COVID pandemic, satisfaction was great for all parties involved after ten exhibition days. Top-class business deals, outstanding contacts made with caravanning fans and trade visitors plus very disciplined attendees were the hallmarks of the first major general-interest trade fair in Germany. Summing up Erhard Wienkamp, Managing Director Operative Trade Fair Business at Messe Düsseldorf,said: “Attendance of 185,000 people has clearly exceeded our expectations. With this unique combination of business platform and caravanning festival CARAVAN SALON confirms its prominent position in the sector. The mood at the fair grounds and inside the halls was high. We are also very happy to note that visitors again endorsed our proven Hygiene Concept.” Compliance/monitoring of the VRT-rules worked well, he adds, and the mutual consideration of all people present at the exhibition centre was remarkable. Again, the percentage of first-time visitors registered was very high at 41%. 653 exhibitors from 31 countries presented their innovations, novelties and trends to the caravanning sector in 13 exhibition halls and on the outdoor space. The 61st CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf will be held from 26 August to 4 September 2022.

Tehran Hosted Intl. Exhibition of Construction Industry

The 21st International Exhibition of Building and Construction Industry (Iran Confair 2021) was opened by Transport and Urban Development Minister Rostam Q a s s e m i a t T e h r a n P e r m a n e n t International Fairgrounds on September 13. AS IRNA reported, over 630 domestic and foreign exhibitors from Finland, Canada, China, Turkey, Indonesia, South Korea, and Germany are participating in this fourday exhibition. Several trade delegations from Turkey, Iraq, Afghanistan, Kenya, Indonesia, Syria, and the United Arab Emirates (EAU) also attended this year’s event. The third Iranian Architecture Festival and various training workshops in the field of export markets were also scheduled to be held on the sidelines of the mentioned exhibition. Major companies active in the field of construction materials, equipment, and parts showcased their latest achievements and products in this exhibition. This exhibition, which is the largest event in the country’s construction industry, was to be attended by the Vice Presidency for Science and Technology, specialized and professional organizations in the field of the construction industry, and the Construction Engineering Organization.

Kerala Tourism Launches New Mobile app

Kerala Tourism Department has launched a mobile app that ensures hassle-free travel for tourists coming to Kerala and giving them an opportunity to discover unexplored attractions themselves and record their impressions during the visit. Mr. Mohanlal, Malayalam film star, unveiled the app at The Raviz, Kovalam, in the presence of Mr.P A Mohamed Riyas., Minister for Tourism, Govt of Kerala, Dr. Venu V, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Kerala Tourism, was also present. Kerala Minister for Tourism and Public Works Department, P A Muhaad Riyas said, "The mobile app highlighting Kerala's tourist destinations aims to projects the unexplored places." "Tourism Department identified one such destination in each panchayat that will help tourists to experience the fascinating tourist attractions of God's own country," he added. Talking about the app, actor Mohanlal said, "The mobile app will be a great help for the tourists. The real-time audio guide of the app can be activated to provide tourists with five tourist spots around their current location."

PackPlus South 2021 To Take Place From 7-9 October At HITEX, Hyderabad

South India’s popular packaging show, PackPlus South is scheduled to take place from 7-9 October 2021 at HITEX Hyderabad. It is South India’s most established business-to-business event dedicated to the total packaging, converting, and supply chain. Over a span of three days, the exhibition will feature the latest innovations and developments from the packaging and allied industries, offering a regional business and networking platform to the participating exhibitors and buyers. PackPlus South 2021 will showcase 150+ exhibiting companies, live running machines, product launches and display the latest technology at the world-class convention centre in Hyderabad. Anuj Mathur, Chief Operating Officer of RX India, said: “We are elated to announce that PackPlus South will take place from 7-9 October at HITEX, Hyderabad. With strict health and safety measures in place, PackPlus South will bring buyers and sellers together to build their businesses and complete transactions in-person.”