As a maiden event with a recorded visitorship of 320,000 visitors in 2006, following by the overwhelming success of exceeding 400,000 visitorship in 2007, BookFest @ Malaysia had proven and declared a success with confidence in a positive market of consumer Exhibition, foreign trade attraction and a platform to become an annual mega event.
The presence of the participating countries from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and United Kingdom reflected the unlimited access of good books and publications. Exhibitors and visitors alike were drawn to the BookFest by an exemplary range of attractions, whether its products or events on site, including the prestigious venue of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, located next to the Petronas Twin Towers, a prominent landmark that houses one of the shoppers heaven, Suria KLCC.
BookFest@Malaysia 2008, with the theme “READING EMPOWERS”, showcasing more than a million books by both Overseas and Local publishers is now into its third year. Held for a duration of 9 days, the BookFest will be presented in yet another massive and exciting event from 24th May until 1st June 2008, at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, KLCC, Halls 1-5, stretching across the first week of the school holidays.
Covering an area of approximately 100,000 sf., the BookFest provides a platform for the potentials of trade alliance for mutual benefits and gain an insight in implementing successful strategies to create business market in the Asian Industry. To complement the BookFest, a series of fun-filled and exciting activities is planned throughout the whole duration. BookFest@Malaysia 2008, tailored to reflect the conscientiousness in education, the stability of economic growth, the rich culture and heritage of a multi racial country.
The programmes are divided into 2 segments :
1) Exhibition
The exhibition showcases the latest books published in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore and United Kingdom. The theme for this year will is “Reading Empowers”. The BookFest will be officially launched on 23th May 2008. Therefore, the exhibition will be opened from 10.00 am to 10.00 pm from 24th May to 1st June 2008. Admission is chargeable at RM 2 per ticket. FREE admission for students 18 years & below and senior citizen 60 years & above
2) Events
A series of fun-filled and exciting activities will take place during the exhibition. Learn new methods of implementing successful strategies to create a market for your business in the Asian market and gain an insight into adapting your business to the Asian market through keynote presentation. For more information about the fair, please contact our representatives.
Allocation Space
At the fair, the exhibition layout is optimized across the 5 adjoining halls in the Convention Centre. The layout provides the best possible visitor flow, whilst maintaining a strong cultural theme.
Shell Scheme Space
When you take up a shell scheme space, you are entitled to use a stand design. It is perfect for those who need to build a stand in the shortest time and without any hassle. The proposed packages provide the necessities. Option to enhance your stand design is available. The minimum size for a shell scheme is 9sqm.