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With almost 600 exhibitors and over 1 600 stands, the Appma Show, which takes place from 17 to 19 March at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, will once again present a plethora of innovative pet products. One feature that is popular with exhibitors and visitors alike is the “New Product Showcase”, which will premier 450 new products this year. “We are proud to be able to welcome 100 exhibitors to Appma for the first time“, says Andy Darmohraj, Appma vice president and deputy managing director. Over 2 500 visitors are expected to attend, with 35 per cent likely to visit from outside the USA. Representatives from all pet product buyer segments will be in attendance. The Appma Show 2004 will also occupy an exhibition area of nearly 14 900 m² (160 000 square feet), representing an increase of eight per cent over the previous year, according to the organiser.
Appma 2004 will occupy nearly 14 900 m² of exhibition space.
“The Appma Show continues to grow every year, which not only demonstrates the success of the show, but the strength and growth of the industry as a whole,” said Andy Darmohraj. “This year’s show is a must-attend event for pet industry distributors.” It will open its doors to pet superstores, mass-market retailers, distributors, wholesalers and independent retailers, making it the most important gathering of buyers, pet product manufacturers and international attendees in the USA.
450 new products will be presented in the “New Product Showcase“.
Appma 2004 is open from 0900 to 1800 on the Wednesday and Thursday and until 1700 on the Friday.
Outline programme
Start your visit to the show with a round of golf -- something that could only happen in the USA: Appma’s annual golf tournament takes place on 16 March at Eastover Country Club.
The seminar “Eight Steps to Maximize Your U.S. Based Purchases of Pet Products” will educate international buyers about the best ways to purchase and ship American products. International buyers are encouraged to attend. Held in Room 254 of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, on March 17, 12 noon.
Appma’s annual breakfast takes place on March 18, 8 am, in the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, La Nouvelle Orleans Ball Room, Level 2.
Appma’s annual networking reception will provide all manufacturers and buyers with an opportunity to renew acquaintances and establish new business contacts in a relaxed atmosphere. Held in Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, La Nouvelle Orleans Ball Room…