The meetings, incentive, conference and events (MICE) industry places considerable importance on networking events to deliver new contacts and business.
Recognising this GIBTM, taking place at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi from March 31st - April 2nd 2009, has organised three events around the theme of 'The Power of Networking @ GIBTM' ensuring that exhibitors, Hosted Buyers, visitors and sponsors have several opportunities to participate in social and business networking events during and after the show hours in the evening.
The events start with an Icebreaker reception for to Hosted Buyers and VIP guests, that will be held on the evening prior to GIBTM, 30th March, sponsored and hosted by the Hilton Hotel Abu Dhabi.
The GIBTM Opening Night Welcome Reception in association with meetme and hosted by ADNEC takes place on Tuesday 31st March, as a grand welcome to all participants attending the Gulf's largest event dedicated to the Meetings Incentives Conferences Events (MICE) market.
On Wednesday 1st April, Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) and The Beach Rotana Hotel & Towers play hosts to the Gala Evening Reception. Entertainment and networking in the hotels gardens and pool area will enable guests to cement business relationships made at the show in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
Commenting on the networking opportunities Graeme Barnett, GIBTM's Exhibition Director comments: "The event has a reputation of providing the very best networking opportunities for exhibitors, Hosted Buyers, visitors and sponsors. We recognise the importance and value of the industry coming together in less formal surroundings, away from the show floor, to socialise and 'do business'.
Registration for Hosted Buyers, visitors and press is now open. Log onto www.gibtm.com
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Editor's notes
· The Gulf Incentive, Business Travel and Meetings Exhibition (GIBTM) is the leading exhibition dedicated to the Meetings, Incentive Events and Business Travel Industry in the Gulf and wider Middle East region, staged annually in the exciting and developing destination of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE.
· GIBTM brings together regional and international buyers and suppliers for three days of business, networking and professional education and aims to be the driver behind the development of the meetings industry across the region.
· GIBTM forms part of the RTE portfolio of Global Meeting and Incentive Events along with EIBTM (www.eibtm.com), CIBTM (www.cibtm.travel), AIBTM (www.aibtm.com), AIME (www.aime.com.au), and the ICCA Exhibition in association with the ICCA Congress (www.iccaworld.com).
· Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority, ADNEC, NCC and Etihad are all exclusive partners for GIBTM 2009. Meetme, published by NPI, is a global media partner and official publication for the show.
· For further press information, please visit the Reed Travel Exhibitions' website on www.reedtravelexhibitions.com
· Reed Exhibitions is the world's leading events organiser. In 2007 Reed brought together over six million industry professionals from around the world generating billions of dollars in business. Today Reed events are held in 38 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, and organised by 39 fully staffed offices.
· Reed organises a wide range of events, including exhibitions, conferences, congresses and meetings. Its portfolio of over 500 events serves 47 industry sectors, including: Aerospace & aviation, automobiles, building & construction, electronics, energy, engineering, entertainment, environment, food & hospitality, gifts, healthcare, IT, jewellery, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, property, manufacturing, medical education, packaging & converting, printing & visual communication, security, sports & recreation, travel.
· Working closely with professional bodies, trade associations and government departments Reed ensures that each and every event is targeted and relevant to industry needs. As a result, many Reed events are market leaders in their field.
· Reed Exhibitions is part of Reed Elsevier Group plc, a FTSE-100 company and world-leading publisher and information provider. In 2006, Reed Elsevier made adjusted profit before taxation of £1,052 million on turnover of £5,398 million.
· GIBTM will again be working in partnership with MPI's Gulf Meetings and Events Conference taking place in Abu Dhabi, 28-29 March 2009. The two events form the Gulf Meetings Week providing a week long platform for education, networking and marketplace development.
· Etihad Airways is the exclusive official airline for GIBTM 2009. The Abu Dhabi-based airline is the national airline of the United Arab Emirates based in the UAE's capital, Abu Dhabi. Currently Etihad offers flights to 50 destinations in the Middle East, Europe, North America, Africa and Asia. Etihad has been appointed official carrier for GIBTM until 2011. For further details: Etihad Airways Corporate Communications: Tel: + 971 (0) 2 505 8317 / 8573 visit www.etihadmediacentre.com
For further information, contact the GIBTM press office:
Simon Greenbury
Tel: +44 (0) 207 096 2960/59/53
Email:Simon.greenbury@cut-coms.co.uk
GIBTM Website: www.gibtm.com
Reed Travel Exhbitions website: www.reedtravelexhibitions.com
Imogen Allen
Tel: +44 (0) 207 096 2960/59/53
Email: Imogen.allen@cut-coms.co.uk
GIBTM Website: www.gibtm.com
Reed Travel Exhbitions website: www.reedtravelexhibitions.com
Nina Gardiner
Tel: +44 (0) 207 096 2960/59/53
Email: Nina.gardiner@cut-coms.co.uk
GIBTM Website: www.gibtm.com
Reed Travel Exhbitions website: www.reedtravelexhibitions.com
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