Following the close of Ipex 2006, the global technology event for print, publishing and media, IIR Exhibitions is delighted to confirm that the exhibition has exceeded all expectations particularly in terms of international status.


At the close of the show, 52,432 individual visitors had passed through the doors of the NEC, Birmingham, UK. With the inclusion of repeat visits this figure reaches 82,537 over the course of eight days.


Trevor Crawford, Exhibition Director of Ipex 2006, says: “We’re delighted that the initiatives such as the INNOV8 theatre, international days and training have been valuable for visitors and have enabled them to extend their visit to Ipex. The feedback we’ve received has been outstanding.”


Reinforcing the importance of Ipex for the global print industry, 40% of visitors came from overseas. Regions with particular growth opportunities for exhibitors included Eastern Europe, the Middle East and South East Asia with over 2,000 visitors coming from each area.


“Feedback from exhibitors indicates that this has been the best Ipex yet. Prior to the show, we worked closely with the Ipex Advisory Committee (IAC) to ensure that our efforts were focussed where we could make a real difference to our exhibitors’ businesses. The proportion of overseas visitors at the show re-confirms Ipex’ international pedigree. Working with the IAC has definitely paid off and we will continue to work with an advisory committee in the future for Ipex 2010,” concludes Crawford.