European Association of Event Centres (EVVC)

The EVVC represents about 700 event centres of all kinds and sizes in Germany and Europe.
Event organisers and supply companies supplement the association’s broad range, thus making the EVVC the most versatile communications network within the sector.

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Shanghai Report - Large dimensions

After the aircraft landed on Chinese soil, the Asian culture was brought closer to me as I was greeted with a “friendly Ni hao” at the Pudong International Airport on 5th August 2010. My journey through Shanghai has taken me to two interesting venues that the city has to offer next to many other sights and culinary delights: The Forum at the Shanghai World Financial Center (SWFC) and the Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC).

Those who aim high should seriously consider the Sky arena in the 94th floor of the SWFC, which is also referred to as the bottle opener, when planning an event. In about 430 meters one can perform product presentations, small conferences and corporate events. The viewing platform is generally available to the public, but can be rented by companies for a handsome sum. A freight elevator will even transport cars up to the dizzying heights of Shanghai.

 
In addition to the Skyarena there’s a conference hall and several breakout rooms available for events in Shanghai's highest office and hotel complex (492 m) – but here one remains much more down to earth as they take up the three lower floors.


For those who prefer going wide instead of up, the SNIEC is the right address. On a total exhibition space of 130,000 m² a variety of events can be run in the halls and an outdoor area of Asia's second largest trade fair and exhibition area. The SNIEC
in which the three German trade fair companies Hannover, Munich and Düsseldorf own a 50 per cent stake, is a major economic engine for Shanghai. Through continuous positive results it was possible to invest in expansions. In future, Asian subsidiaries of successful German trade fairs will continue to thrive here.


These large dimensions run through the city whether you meet the approximately 24 million inhabitants in one of the 13 metro lines, in the 9-storey luxury shopping centre or the historic Bund. Shanghai has already achieved a lot, but also has a lot of plans, as you will find out when visiting the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Centre.
Until next time, “Ziajian” – goodbye!”
Marko Roscher

http://swfc-shanghai.com/#/forum

http://swfc-shanghai.com/#/forum

 

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