Water Expo China Attracts Record Number of Exhibitors and Visitors  

A total of 10,239 visitors from 30 countries and regions attended Water Expo China 2009 to view the latest water industry technology at the Beijing Exhibition Centre from 18 – 20 November 2009. This was a 26 percent increase in visitor numbers compared to the 2008 show.

There were 10,009 domestic visitors and 230 international visitors, representing an increase of 26 per cent and 8 per cent respectively. In addition, the number of visitor countries and regions rose from 26 in 2008 to 30 in 2009, an increase of nearly 12 per cent.

Water Expo China was sponsored by China’s Ministry of Water Resources and approved by the Ministry of Commerce. It was organised by Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd and the Chinese Hydraulic Engineering Society (CHES). Mr Jiang Shu Shen, Vice-Chairman of the National People’s Congress and Mr Hu Si Yi, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Water Resources were among the guests at the official opening ceremony.

Mr Jason Cao, General Manager, Messe Frankfurt Shanghai Co Ltd said that China’s water business reform started in 2002. “As a result there are numerous opportunities for domestic and international companies to assist China in its commitment to upgrading the water industry. What makes Water Expo China different from similar shows is that it provides a forum which brings together water industry players and key decision making government officials.”

This year, Water Expo China showcased seven key industry sectors: water business, irrigation and drainage, water and soil conservation, information and instrumentation, water-related equipment and rainwater harvesting.