Friday, May 24, 2013

Messe Frankfurt acquires Watertech in India


News this week: International exhibition organiser, Messe Frankfurt’s Indian subsidiary, Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India, announced the acquisition of Watertech, an India trade fair and conference on waste, wastewater and recycling, from Exhiference Media Pvt Ltd. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.

Under the terms of the acquisition, three concurrent Watertech shows (Pollutech, Wastetech and Cleantech) will also be taken over by Messe Frankfurt. The last edition of the annual event was held in 2011 attracting 86 exhibitors and 2,482 visitors. The 2012 edition was postponed due to the Gujarat state election. The coming 2013 edition will be held from 26th to 28th September at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar in Gujarat.

Raj Manek, managing director of Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India, stated, “We are entering a dynamic new area through the acquisition of Watertech. By applying our knowledge of best trade show practices, we look forward to developing the wastewater treatment and management segment further for the benefit of our customers, as well as driving growth as this exciting market continues to expand.”

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