Concrete Show South East Asia 2013 to be held in Jakarta

JAKARTA: The next edition of Concrete Show South East Asia 2013 will take place in Indonesia from 24-26 October 2013 at Jakarta International Expo.

 

Organised by UBM, a global leader in business media operating in more than 30 countries, in association with Debindo, a leader and pioneer for trade shows in Indonesia with strong portfolio in the Construction Industry, the launch event reflects the increasing infrastructure development taking place in the region. 

Concrete Show South East Asia is happening here at a time when the building industry continues to gather pace in Asia. Indonesia has experienced steady annual economic growth and Goldman Sachs predicts that its economy will be the 7th largest in the world by 2050. 

The construction sector will reach almost US$80 billion in value reflecting the enormous amount of opportunity available. 

Visitors to Concrete Show South East Asia will be able to network with local and international suppliers, as well as key associations and Government bodies committed to infrastructure development and social housing programmes. Concrete Show South East Asia 2013 is supported by some of the most important partners from the built environment including the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs, the Ministry of Public Works, the Ministry of Industry, the Ministry of Trade, the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Industry, the Indonesia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Indonesia Engineers Association, Indonesian Institute of Architects and the Indonesian Cement Association.

"The concrete and cement industry is the one of the important components for the development of infrastructure. Concrete Show South East Asia 2013 is expected to deliver more the opportunity to access better material and products for the construction industry" said the Indonesia Chamber of Commerce and Industry. 

"The event will also bring business networking and business deals to our country and we recommend all construction companies and the related industry to support this event." The Indonesia Cement Association said "the Indonesia Cement Association is supporting the Concrete Show because this event is good for the development of Indonesia especially in cement manufacturing industry," the Chamber further said.

Khush Kazmi, Development Director at UBM Built Environment added: "Concrete Show South East Asia will provide participants with the perfect gateway to enter a rapidly growing market and engage in discussion with potential partners as well as gain insight into future developments. Since concrete is at the heart of every construction project, this is the dedicated platform in the region, serving the needs of the concrete industry." 

Claudia Godoy, Managing Director, Concrete Show South America said: "The Concrete Show South East Asia is here to introduce companies to the market who are looking to play an active part in the regions rapid infrastructure development."

Industry professionals will also have the chance to engage in ground breaking discussion by attending two days of thought provoking seminar sessions. The program will include lively facilitated debate and a forum with specialist speakers, covering topics suggested by decision makers and influences highlighting key trends in concrete innovation and technology.