6) NEC Display Solutions: New NEC NP100 and NEC NP200 projectors
NEC
Display Solutions presents its two DLP projector models, the NEC NP100 and
NEC NP200, which have been designed specifically with the requirements of
small to medium-sized enterprises as well as the education sector. The NEC
NP100 and NEC NP200 guarantee the best image quality in bright ambient
surroundings, whether in meeting rooms and classrooms or in smaller offices.
This is due to their 2,000 ANSI lumens (NP100) and 2,100 ANSI lumens (NP200)
brightness, SVGA and XGA resolutions, as well as contrast ratios of 1,200:1
and 1,300:1. They can also project images to distances ranging from 1.2
metres to 12 metres away. A colour wheel with five (NP100) and six segments
(NP200) also ensures brilliant colour reproduction. NEC Display Solutions has
equipped the models of their entry series with a set of practical features to
ensure maximum comfort and ease of operation.
More: http://www.nec-display-solutions.com
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7)  AV Stumpfl: Extraordinary and impressive imgages
AV Stumpfl was presenting itself successfully at this year's
prolight+sound in Frankfurt (Germany) from 12th to
15th March. Extraordinary and impressive images were projected with 14 projectors
on custom made VARIO Screens from AV Stumpfl - two megascreens with 30 x 4m (14x Sanyo PCL-XF47 each 15.000
ANSI Lumen). Wings Platinum 3.5 was running the two multidisplay
projections, a "plasma mountain" with four different plasma
displays and further demo projections reliably. "The world of images
under one roof" characterises the lucky concept of a joint exhibition
stand and was realised by Publitec. The visitor was
attracted by having the best products of several areas together. At the
upcoming light+building in Frankfurt/Main AV Stumpfl will show its SC TouchControl,
a software-based overall concept for media control and building automation
which is suitable both for installations and mobile applications. This
software runs on virtually all Windows-based user terminals.
light+building: Hall 9.1, Stand C87
More: http://www.avstumpfl.com/PRO
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8) Sharp: E-signage in a new dimension
At the EuroShop, Sharp presented its larger-than-life product
representing the world's largest liquid crystal display. With a screen
diagonal size of 2.75 metres (108 inches), the Japanese displays specialist
has now overtaken the dimensional range of current citylight
posters. Full HD resolution and its static contrast of 1200:1 also ensure
brilliant image reproduction from all sides. As thanks to Sharp's own
in-house developed Advanced Super View (ASV) technology, these 108-inch
displays offer an extremely wide viewing angle of 176° in all directions. The
backlight unit offers a long service life and is particularly easy to
replace, thus keeping both system and maintenance costs low. With the
introduction of the 108-inch screen, Sharp is further extending its strong
position in the rapidly growing e-signage market. The product portfolio now
includes displays with 46-, 52-, 65- and 108-inch screen diagonals, with full
HD resolution.
More: http://www.sharpsme.com
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9) ict: Seamless FlatScreen MIS-4230
 The new ict
Seamless FlatScreen MIS-4230 offers probably the
most forceful counter-argument regarding the burn-in effect thus representing
fantastic technological progress. The new integrated Burn-In-Compensation
(„BIC“) means that the clearly visible burn-in effects have become a thing of
the past. This new „BIC“-Technology“ automatically
compensates the luminance of the individual pixels depending on how long the
image has been displayed. Furthermore, BIC compensates the varying ageing of
the RGB light sources which results in a distinctly higher long-term
stability of the color settings. This ultimately
results in longer operating life, reduced service costs and a generally
broader scope of applications for the ict Seamless FlatScreens MIS-4230. The display of static images for
example in control rooms, airports or train stations, which up to now has
been the domain of other technologies, can now be covered by this technology
in the usual high image quality of plasma and with a clearly shallower
installation space (e.g. compared to cubes). Consequently, the ict Seamless FlatScreen
MIS-4230 is the ideal medium for professional Digital Signage Solutions.
More: http://www.ict.de
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10) Chief introduces LCD stands for command and control
From its
vast range of flat-screen and projector mounting solutions, Chief
Manufacturing, is highlighting its selection of stands for the discreet
positioning of multiple monitors in command and control security and
surveillance applications. The company makes many ranges of multiple monitor
mounts, for example: model FTP220, which holds two LCD monitors side by side,
and the FTP440, which allows up to four monitors to be stacked in a 2 by 2
configuration. The FTP multi-monitor series can also be expanded up to a
configuration of nine monitors. Made from the strongest quality materials,
all products are designed to provide a rock-solid, free-standing solution for
anyone who commonly works with multiple small flat-panel screens. They can be
positioned either on a desktop or from a ceiling in front of operators and
have 360-degree rotation. All models offer built-in cable management and use
Chief’s patented Centris pivot/tilt mechanism to
provide a smooth range of fingertip position adjustments for each individual
monitor. The FTP440 has already been supplied to a number of airport
control-room towers in France following a strict evaluation process, and
Melinda von Horvath says that further such installations are in the pipeline,
as more and more security-industry customers recognise the benefits of a
Chief mounting solution.
More: http://www.chiefmfg.com
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11) Da-Lite: Silent Motor is standard on the Tensioned Advantage Electrol
 Da-Lite Screen Company is pleased to
announce that the Silent Motor is now a standard feature on the Tensioned
Advantage Electrol screen line. This motor is
virtually silent and offers over a 30% reduction in sound versus standard
motors. The Tensioned Advantage Electrol is an aluminum cased screen with a trim flange designed for a
concealed in the ceiling installation. The handsome finished white case
provides a clean look and allows easy installation of ceiling tiles. The Silent Motor is standard on all sizes
up to 9’ x 12’. The Silent Motor with built-in Low Voltage Control option is
also available.
More: http://www.da-lite.com
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12) dnp releases enhanced Supernova Flex Screen
 dnp denmark announced the release of the latest
version of its acclaimed Supernova Flex Screen - a retractable, motorized
screen that blends seamlessly into any environment and disappears into a
stylish wall mounted enclosure when not in use. At the touch of a button, the
Supernova Flex rolls up into its elegant housing, out of the way but readily
available for its next use. New features include a three-level speed control
that substantially reduces noise levels and a programmable universal IR
remote control that will operate all commonly used A/V devices, and makes it
easy to install, program, calibrate and control the screen right out of the
box. The Supernova Flex Screen is designed for projection in brightly lit
environments. Supernova technology incorporates a proprietary high-contrast filter
system that allows the projected image to be reflected with utmost contrast,
detail and colour accuracy while at the same time effectively absorbing
incident light from other sources such as windows and room lighting.
Supernova screens, with contrast ratios exceeding 15:1, are the first “Eye-gonomic” screens available – a term dnp
coined to communicate the science of designing presentation equipment to fit
the way the human eye works rather than forcing the viewer to try to
accommodate the presentation. The Supernova Flex Screen material is certified
by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF) for its outstanding image quality.
Compatible with all standard projectors, the Supernova Flex Screen is
available in 4:3 and 16:9 format in sizes up to
100”.
More: http://www.supernovascreen.com
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13) beyerdynamic: Revoluto fold-away microphone unit with
Rosenthal Design
 The beyerdynamic
fold-away microphone unit with Rosenthal design combines furniture and
technology to provide new solutions for the conference market. The microphone
unit with Revoluto technology in a fold-away design
is mounted in a table and can be lifted up when needed. The precious Nextel®
finish in “dark black” blends into table tops of different materials. It is
available as a simple version with one microphone button or with additional
features such as language selector, display and voting. The microphone units
are controlled by the MCS-Digital 200 conference system. In addition to the
classic functions of a conference system the microphone unit provides
interfaces to connect a laptop to a local network and / or video crossbar. beyerdynamic will show this new microphone also at the
upcoming light+building: hall 4.2, Stand G04 (NewTec)
More: http://www.beyerdynamic.com/conference
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14) Marantz Professional adds Network Compact Flash Recorder to PMD Range
DMi
D&M Installation has introduced the Marantz
Professional PMD580 1U rackmount Compact Flash
memory card recorder. A highly versatile solidstate
recorder/ player and full-fledged network device, with Ethernet LAN and USB
connectivity, the PMD580 is designed for all manner of broadcast, pro-audio
and professional AV applications. Drag and drop file transfer and network
remote control, via the PC and Mac compatible web-based GUI, are major
features allowing users to set menu parameters, schedule recording events,
and transfer and archive audio files. The PMD580 has an internal clock for
scheduling recording events; multiple events can be scheduled via the web
interface and recorded files can then be downloaded to a local PC/ Mac.
Professional audio credentials include balanced analogue and digital AES/EBU
I/Os on XLR connectors, as well as unbalanced interfaces, and RS232 control.
More: http://www.dm-i.eu
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15) COMM-TEC: Wireless transmission of
PC-signals
COMM-TEC presented at Prolight + Sound the Emerge MPX1000 system which permits
wireless transmission of HDMI-, DVI-, VGA- and YUV-signals in HD-resolution
including audio signals and Infrared- or RS-232 control signals. The system
works with a transmitter- and receiver unit. Thus no software installation is
necessary. Emerge MPX1000 is used wherever cables cannot be installed
subsequently or can only with a high expense. Users can broadcast videos
which are included in PowerPoint slides as well as statical
PC graphic signals. It is further possible to reproduce free of bucking
HD-video sources with resolutions up to 720p/1080i. The input and output
signals can be different. An analog VGA-signal at
the transmitter unit can be emitted digitally as DVI-signal at the receiver
unit and vice versa. So user can choose flexibly the sources and displays. At
the light+building
COMM-TEC will show the AVIT concept: AVIT offers control system solutions
with software and hardware components. The concept behind AVIT is to use
TCP/IP as the communication infrastructure for the components in the system. KNX-Stand, hall 8.0, F98 and WHD-Stand, hall 8.0, J75.
More: http://www.comm-tec.de
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16) Gefen Adapter gives HD Access through USB Port
A new USB
to DVI Graphics Adapter from Gefen offers a handy way
to connect additional displays to all Windows XP and Vista operating systems
available today, and now for Mac OS X as well. This tiny adapter allows a
plug and play connection of a DVI or VGA display to any USB 2.0 port so user can
add digital video displays or projectors to their laptop and personal
computer for simultaneous video delivery without needing a DVI port. Output
video is delivered in the DVI-I format, allowing for either VGA or DVI
display compatibility. The Gefen USB to DVI
Graphics Adapter enables users to tweak their video performance, offering a
variety of screen resolutions up to 1600x1200. These built-in features ensure
video performance is of a similar quality as the main display connected
through the DVI port.
More: http://www.gefen.com
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17) Sierra Video: Expansion to Ponderosa Family
Sierra
Video, a leading provider of high-quality video and audio equipment for the
broadcast, government, and professional video marketplaces, announced the
expansion of its Ponderosa Multi-Format Routing Switcher family to include
I/O sizes up to 128x128, digital-to-analog
conversion boards, and analog and digital audio
options. The HD-SDI/SDI video routing switcher family is characterized by its
fully modular design and wide range of features tailored to applications with
critical video needs including critical broadcast, production, and
post-production facilities. The Ponderosa Multi-Format Routing Switcher
family is a format-flexible line of HD-SDI/SDI routing switchers that can be
built up to 64 x 64 in a 4RU frame and now up to 128x128 in 8RU. Populated in increments of 8 inputs or 8
outputs, digital-to-analog (D-to-A) conversion
boards may now be employed on the frames’ outputs allowing HD-SDI/SDI video
routing and SDI signal conversion in a single frame. Internal D-to-A
conversion means that while users can output high quality HD or SDI signal to
its ultimate destination, an SDI signal can also be converted, and then
output, to less expensive analog displays used for
monitoring the outgoing video. The Ponderosa Multi-Format Routing Switcher is
currently available from the Sierra Video Systems and Kramer Electronics
worldwide reseller networks.
More: http://www.sierravideo.com
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18) BMB Electronics: Wireless Keypad Remote Control from URC
BMB
Electronics BV announced the launch of the innovative KP-900 from Universal
Remote Control. The KP-900 Keypad Remote is completely wireless
and is powered by four easy-to-replace AAA batteries. It is therefore a true
problem solver for installations in Brick or Concrete built homes where
running wires is difficult and expensive. It can also be easily removed from
the wall bracket for convenient handheld use as an IR and RF remote control.
The keypad can be mounted on any surface - brick, sheetrock or plaster -
using the four small screws included. Built-in magnets allow it to stick to
metal surfaces - even most refrigerators. It features backlit, laser etched
buttons and a bright backlit LCD.
More: http://www.bmbelectronics.eu
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19) RGB: New Automatic Backup Capability for DGy
The DGy Models 201x and 401x now
offer an optional capability to simultaneously record to the internal hard
disk drive and an external network attached storage device. This exclusive
dual recording feature provides automatic backup of recordings, offering
convenience and peace of mind. The DGy Automatic
Backup option also offers the flexibility to take the internal removable hard
disk to another DGy unit at a remote location,
leaving the first unit with access to the network drive. It is available for DGy 201x and 401x models equipped with the Remote Disk
Mount (NFS) option. DGy codecs
record, transmit, or stream high scan rate images. Models are available in
either single channel or dual channel with or without disk drives. The DGy sets a new standard in terms of image quality, using
JPEG 2000 compression to achieve almost lossless recording. This
wavelet-based codec provides results superior to the more common DCT based
compression schemes.
More: http://www.rgb.com
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State-of-the-art
technology in a church – how well these two things can harmonise can be seen
in the artwork “Spero Lucem”,
which can be admires in St. Agnes’ Church in Cologne. The installation was
created by the light artist Michael Bleyenberg; the
technology used by G+B pronova. “Spero Lucem“
is a light design in the shape of a cross on a glass screen. This
design was created using HoloSign, one of the
latest developments from pronova. With HoloSign pictures are not projected from a projector onto
a screen but a predetermined motif is “embedded” in the HoloSign
screen. A homogenous light source (including the sun) makes this motif glow
in intense colours: the white light is separated into its spectral components
by holographic optical elements. The colours that result from this change
when the light source or the observer move. In the case of the installation
at St. Agnes’ Church this means exciting, impressive changes in the
perception of the cross of light. Each observer experiences the artwork
differently. light+building: hall 4.2, G50
More: http://www.holopro.com
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21) CT Germany presented 3D LED Display NOVA
At Prolight+Sound in Frankfurt CT Germany presented numerous
creative LED highlights and technical solutions for their next professional
installation: NOVA – a 3D LED display as unique 3-dimensional sculpture and
as individually designed backdrop with 2-dimensional content; LED Interactive
Tile – the modular, interactive LED surface offers interaction with
extraordinary effects; STEALTH – the semi-transparent screen in newly-created
forms for room installations; Hibino 6mm BLACKFACE LED Modules – impressive
LED BLACKFACE technology for high-resolution and high-contrast images and
Versa-PIX-MODULE – fascinating, large-scale LED effects as ceiling-, wall- or
floor-element. The CT Germany team offers numerous individual, technical
solutions for designers, architects and technical planners, professional
audio visual equipment at the CT rental park and competent full-service for
exclusive projects and productions with media technology – worldwide.
More: http://www.ctgermany.com
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22) Barco display system enhances decision-making at Google
Barco
recently installed a large-scale, visual decision-making environment in the
main auditorium at Google’s Irish headquarters. For
years, Google was using complex switching and
cabling setups, as well as multiple remotes to connect and operate its
projectors in order to show various presentations. Google
AV/IT staff found this arrangement costly and time consuming. After an
extensive review of display solutions, Google
narrowed down its decision to a multi-channel Barco
display system. The display wall installed at Google
consists of four Barco SXGA+, single-chip DLP SIM
5R projectors, and its award-winning display management system – the
XDS-1000. Barco’s XDS-1000 creates a giant desktop
environment on the display, and allows users to control the system with mouse
and keyboard. Input sources, such as PowerPoint presentations and video
content, can be resized, moved or made to overlap anywhere on the screen. Both
source and layout selection happen through Barco software on the desktop. Additionally, the XDS-1000
is fully networked, which enables visualization of local and connected
sources on the same screen in real-time. Barco’s
SIM 5R projectors that drive the display come optimized for multi-channel
operation. While linked constant light output (CLO) and DynaColor
ensure the same color and brightness quality across
the display, soft edge blending eliminates blurry overlap zones where
projections converge. The SIM 5R projectors also guarantee a long system
lifetime due to their single-chip DLP technology, and boast an improved
durability through their sealed optical engine, which prevents dust from
entering the projector and degrading its image quality.
More: http://www.barco.com
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23) projectiondesign: Projecting the universe
As part
of the dramatic transformation of a Hampshire auditorium into a
state-of-the-art planetarium, projectiondesign has
supplied six of its F30 sx+ DLP projectors to
immersive theatre design and integration specialist, Global Immersion. The
projectors are part of the Global Immersion Fidelity Bright fulldome solution, which also integrates a Global
Immersion Media Director, Server and Playback system, 8-channel audio system,
and a Global Immersion wireless theatre control panel. Located near the
historic city of Winchester, the INTECH Science Centre, which aims to inspire
and excite young people about science and technology, relocated to a new
purpose built, lottery funded building in 2002. The Centre already draws
around 90,000 visitors a year and was originally built with a dome structure
that was used for science shows and as a corporate and conferencing facility.
Last year Phil Winfield, INTECH’s Director successfully
attracted funding from SEEDA (South East England Development Agency) to
upgrade the auditorium into a fully fledged digital planetarium. The project
was the first to be won by Global Immersion since its management buyout from
systems integrator SEOS in the summer of 2007. The company is currently
working on ten other similar theatres around the World.
More: http://www.projectiondesign.com
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24) Gefen Distribution GmbH services 20 European Countries
Connectivity
solutions provider Gefen announced it has expanded
its presence in Europe to better serve the region. Gefen
Distribution GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, offers a full-service
distribution and storage facility for 20 countries throughout Europe, with
possible expansion as necessitated by the industry. With direct shipping and
local customs control, Gefen Distribution GmbH
enables a timely delivery of audio/video enhancement equipment made by Gefen. Led by Florian Goebel,
general manager, the 12-member team services the European region with
shipping, warehouse facilities, technical support, sales and marketing
services.
More: http://www.gefen.de
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25) Barco: Technology Roadshow
Barco
takes to the European stage in 2008 with its new line of products. This
includes a pre-packaged, single-projector 10 megapixel
display system with Windows desktop integration, multi-channel setups for
boardrooms and auditoriums, and impressive video processing equipment that
delivers a wow effect. Barco’s Technology Roadshow will make stops in Paris, London, Stuttgart, Goeteborg and Madrid. The Roadshow
presents the latest in advanced visualization aimed at enhancing
collaboration in the meeting room, and creating maximum impact in
presentations for large audiences. Detailed information can be found on Barco´s Website.
More: http://www.barco.com/tradeshows/roadshows/ETRS2008/
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26) Aethra at Wainhouse Research Collaboration Summit
Berlin 2008
Aethra SpA has announced it is taking part as a Gold Sponsor in
the Wainhouse Research Collaboration Summit to be
held in Berlin from 8-10 April 2008. During the event Aethra
presents for the first time at international level, its new Videoconferencing
vision. From a new corporate identity and brand image, to a radical and
distinctive company philosophy, Aethra intends to
revolutionize the perception of video communication on a global scale. Aethra has chosen the Wainhouse
Research Collaboration Summit as the event is dedicated to exploring all
aspects of conferencing and collaboration technologies and solutions,
focusing on new trends and the latest technology on the market. In
particular, the 2008 Berlin event focuses on new developments in visual
communications, the latest solutions for unified collaborative communications
and emerging technologies and solutions in both the product and services
space. Detailed information can be found on
http://www.wainhouse.com/berlin08/.
More: http://www.aethra.com
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27) Listen Technologies hires additional Sales Manager
Listen
Technologies GmbH expands its sales team by industry expert Alexander Bucher.
"Alexander is a valuable addition to our strong sales team and brings
years of professional audio experience into our distribution channel",
says Christian Schiele, Managing Director of Listen
Technologies GmbH. "We are experiencing a growing success with our
products in all European markets and need to increase our sales resources".
More: http://www.listentech.de
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28) projectiondesign: Chris Axford to drive International Sales and
Marketing division
Norwegian
projector manufacturer projectiondesign has
appointed Chris Axford to the role of Director of
International Sales and Marketing. Chris will be integral in managing and
consolidating the company's International sales and marketing efforts. Chris Axford has worked within projectiondesign
for two years as Senior Regional Sales Manager, responsible for the UK and
Ireland markets. In this role, Chris applied his business skills and
knowledge to company-wide sales and marketing related tasks which saw
significant market growth. Prior to his working with projectiondesign,
he managed the sales and marketing division for UK AV integration company,
Reflex Ltd.
More: http://www.projectiondesign.com
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29) Musikmesse and Prolight + Sound Final report 2008
After
four days, the International Musikmesse and the Prolight + Sound trade fair closed their doors after
setting a number of new records: "Together, the two leading trade fairs
attracted 112,000 visitors, more than ever before", said Detlef Braun, Member of the Board of Management of Messe Frankfurt. "The atmosphere generated by the
trade, industry and service sector in Frankfurt was excellent and they have
gone away to begin their post-fair business with full address and order
books. A high level of satisfaction on both the exhibitor and visitor sides
was apparent from the very first day of the fair. With this great echo and a
record number of 2,500 exhibitors, the Musikmesse
and Prolight + Sound have convincingly demonstrated
the correctness of their concepts where it counts – in the market place – in
their third and second decades respectively." The 112,000 visitors
(2007: 107,600) came from 126 countries. The next international Musikmesse and Prolight + Sound
trade fairs will be held in Frankfurt am Main from 1 to 4 April 2009.
More: http://www.prolight-sound.com
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30) EuroShop 2008 exceeds optimistic expectations
Retail
companies and their partners arrived at the industry’s premier event, EuroShop in Dueseldorf, feeling
optimistic. The positive economic climate suggested the likelihood of
increased readiness to invest and justifiably aroused hopes of a good trade
fair. Over the five-day run of EuroShop 2008, these
high expectations were far exceeded. Wilhelm Niedergoeker,
Managing Director of Messe Duesseldorf
was delighted with the enthusiastic reception: “With the EuroShop
2008 results, we’re above the industry average in the consumer-related
segment. When compared to the previous event, the significantly sunnier
business climate shines through in the facts and figures: The number of
exhibitors climbed by 252 new participants from 1,659 to 1,911 – up by some
15 percent. Rentals of net floor space rose by 13 percent from 94,825 square
metres in 2005 to 107,100 square metres. Hailing from more than 90 countries,
104,000 trade visitors attended, equivalent to 14 percent or 13,000 more than
three years ago.” Among the exhibitors, some 54 percent are based abroad,
while 58 percent of visitors arrived from outside Germany. “This is
compelling confirmation of EuroShop’s leading
position on the world market,” averred Niedergoeker.
The next edition of EuroShop will open its doors
from 26 February to 2 March 2011 while EuroCIS will
be back already from 10 to 12 February 2009.
More: http://www.euroshop.de
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