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News Release from: Reed Exhibitions (UK)
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 15 November 2007
Nepcon under new dual ownership
Nepcon will take place from 29th April to 1st May 2008 at the Birmingham NEC in Hall 20.
Reed Exhibitions and SMART Group have signed a joint ownership agreement for Nepcon Such a partnership is reckoned to be unique in the industry, combining Reed Exhibitions' event expertise and SMART Group's industry authority
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 8 Nov 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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The two parties claim the deal reaffirms Nepcon's position as the national event for the UK electronics industry.
According to SMART Group Chairman Paul Salmon: "We are really excited to be jointly managing Nepcon".
"The SMART group believe that a single, strong, developing trade show that meets the needs of our changing industry is vital and that together we are the perfect people to deliver it".
"The entire board of directors are delighted by the co-ownership of the show, which will enable us to reinvest in the industry through our expanded technology transfer programmes".
Exhibition Director Liz Finlay comments: "Joining forces with SMART Group will bring a wealth of industry knowledge and a better understanding of business challenges to the organising table".
"Nepcon has consistently delivered thousands of visitors".
"This development will guarantee that it will be a 'must attend' event for many more".
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the next Nepcon will take place from 29th April to 1st May 2008 at the Birmingham NEC in Hall 20.
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