Marintec China 2011 - From Shanghai, To the World

HONG KONG, April 28, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- The most authoritative maritime show in Asia, Marintec China 2011, will take place from 29 November to 2 December 2011 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), Pudong, Shanghai, China. Marintec China 2009 proudly recorded over 40% growth in floor area, and a 20% increase in terms of profiled visitor numbers, compared with the previous edition.

Marintec China is marching into a new era. With tremendous support from the related ministries of the Chinese government, as well as recognition and reputation gained from all over the world, Marintec China has built up its uniqueness in the industry. Apart from acting as the industry platform for exchange of news and the establishment of new business opportunities, Marintec China also forms a strong connection force to link the whole industry together. According to the recently approved "The 12th Five-Year Plan", Ocean Engineering and Equipment has been highlighted as one of the targeted developments by the Chinese government for the next five years. This will definitely speed up the development of its related industries. Marintec China, will undoubtedly be the proper hub for the industry. From east to west, from the south to north, Marintec China has turned it into a truly international maritime event.

The German pavilion organiser, which has participated in Marintec China for more than 30 years, has been the largest international pavilion for years. "From the beginning of Marintec China more than 30 years ago, Germany has always presented the largest national group at this leading Asian shipbuilding event." said Mr Hauke Schlegel, Managing Director, VDMA, Marine and Offshore Equipment Industries. "This year, over 100 exhibitors are participating within the impressive German Pavilion, one of the traditional 'landmarks' of Marintec China. This strong participation demonstrates how important Marintec China is for the German industry as a business platform in the Asian maritime markets," continued Schlegel. The German Pavilion is promising to demonstrate its well-known technical know-how to the international maritime experts at Marintec China in order to present their leading market position.

Positioned as one of Asia's most influential and important maritime conferences, the Senior Maritime Forum will be held concurrently with Marintec China 2011.  "Green Agenda, Innovation and Development" is going to be the theme this year. Innovating and developing with sustainability of greener products and services will definitely be the direction of the whole industry, and discussions are going to be more practical and competitive. Speakers and senior government officials attending the conference are all key representatives of the industry. The Forum will once again provide the best interactive platform for renowned speakers and attendees, to communicate with and inspire each other. Forum speakers can motivate attendees with the latest industry information and market insights.

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Seventeen National/Regional Pavilions have confirmed their participation in Marintec China 2011, namely:

Austria, Mainland China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, HKSAR, Japan, Korea, the Netherlands, Norway, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Twenty nine confirmed participating countries and regions, namely:

Austria, Belgium, Canada, Mainland China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, HKSAR, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, The United Arab Emirates, The United Kingdom and The United States.