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NEWS

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Discover a zoowithout fences

THERES NOTHING LIKE AUSTRALIA FOR YOUR NEXT BUSINESS EVENT.

PLAN NOW, VISIT BUSINESSEVENTS.AUSTRALIA.COM

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increase from 20130.6 %

489 buyers 2013:

492 buyers 2014:

HOSTED BUYERS

Chinese

assisted by tour leaders

WELCOMERECEPTION

2014 AIME

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TECHNOLOGY

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TECHNOLOGY

Hackathon ChallengePrize Team name Description of prototype Prize

1st MICE AppsCombination of leading-edge technologies dealt with registration, location-based information transmission (iBeacon) and increased exhibition experience through

augmented reality.

$1000 + Samsung tablets for each team

member

2nd Average TeamA comprehensive and creative concierge, networking, and meet-up approach; providing a temporary social network in a way to MICE users specific needs. It

adds an interesting twist to the way users can like /dislike activities.

$500 + Samsung tablets for each team member

3rd App Sec A comprehensive scheduler and networking app that fills out an individuals request for attractions. It is logical and complete in its thinking.Samsung tablets for each team member

Start Up Challenge (for start-up companies that are less than two years old)Prize Company name Description of prototype Prize

1st Melon Wave Melon Wave developed a device that detects the location of a visitor and enables automatic registration and push of customised information. $1000

2nd Jublia

Jublia has a solution for structured meeting to enhance participants time management and effectiveness. They built an enhancement during the

hackathon that provided an approach to enable semi structured meetings to ensure meet-ups with targeted people but in a more relaxed environment.

$500

DEXTRA Data Innovation Challenge (for best use of data)Team name Description of prototype Prize

Beeve Made best use of the available data to build their prototype. $500

SergeSearch Challenge (for best use of augmented-reality)

Babel ViewBest utilised SergeSearchs image recognition software to provide image recognition and

translation services to viewers native language.$750

SACEOS Challenge

We are SpacesProvided a simple RFP lodgement solution in answer of the SACEOS challenge. They are

already a player in this market in terms of venue location and have enhanced their offering to provide an elegant RFP submission tool organisers looking to appoint a local vendor.

A pair of tickets to MICE Forum 2014 worth

$1500.

Peoples Choice Award (based on highest votes from audience)

Netsplor

Netsplor aims to allow MICE visitors to maximise both their Singapore experience as well as their networks. This is done through utilising free time in their visit, by recommending activities

and attractions based on their locations, duration of free time, and number of fellow event attendees with similar interests.

$250

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Brendan SobieThe Plane TruthChief Analyst and Chief Representative South East Asia for CAPA Centre for

Eric de GrootAn Introduction to Meeting DesignCo-author of international best seller Into the Heart of

Roger SimonsCSR ... Are We Bothered?Based in Singapore as MCI Group Sustainability Manager for the Asia Pacific

Meeting and Events Australia is Australias leading association representing the MICE Industry

BTCRA

RRCCBGGM

You are invited to attend our annual conference at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre

15 May 2014 9.00am 4.00pm Pre-Conference Workshop The Essentials in Meetings Management 4.00pm 5.00pm First Timers Session 5.30pm 6.30pm National Conference Open Ceremony and Welcome Reception

17 May 2014 Eric de Groot Meeting Design expert Matthew Michalewicz entrepreneur and innovator Gala Dinner and Awards Presentations

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

16 May 2014 Plenary and Breakout Sessions Trade Exhibition Business Exchange creating business to business opportunities between Asia and Australia

Meetings Basic Principles of Meeting Design Eric is one of the pioneers of meeting design. His presentation will be thought provoking and will leave you inspired.

Aviation. Brendan will shine a light on what is happening in this competitive market and what this means for the MICE industry.

Region, Rogers mission is to further sustainability within the industry and to provide consultancy services to clients across the groups 49 offices.

For more information see linkwww.meetingsevents.com.au/kualalumpur/index.php/registration_form/

Or email meaconference@mea.org.auSponsored By:

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JANET TAN-COLLISSACEOSPRESIDENT

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MALAYSIA

Like a Family, our furniture is built to last

www.dheensay.comvisit us here in Malaysiaduring your MICE event

SPECIAL PACKAGES 2014

* Stay in Deluxe Room with breakfast for two

person

FROM MYR 320.00nett

MYR 175.00nettHalf Day

* Registration with welcome coffee

* Meeting amenities

* Complimentary LCD projector with screen

* Dedicated butler

* Coffee break with snacks

* Buffet lunch

MYR 198.00nettFull Day

MYR 550.00nettBusiness & Leisure @* 1 night stay in Deluxe Room

* Free Wifi

* Free shuttle to KLCC

on scheduled timing

* Registration with welcome coffee / tea

* Meeting amenities

* Complimentary LCD projector with screen

* Morning & Afternoon coffee break with snacks

* Buffet Lunch

* Full day meeting package

- Registration with welcome coffee / tea

- Meeting amenities

- Complimentary LCD projecter with screen

- Morning & Afternoon coffee break with snacks

- Buffet Lunch

- Minimum of 20 persons

For booking, please contact :- sales@seripacific.com / resv@seripacific.com

Jalan Putra, 50350 Kuala Lumpur Tel:+603-4042 5555 Fax:+603-4043 5253 Email:resv@seripacific.com Website:www.seripacifichotel.com

inclusive of breakfast

per person / night

per person per person

per person

* Terms & conditions apply* Valid for booking before June 2014

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Meeting facilities,recognised by the world.

At the 5-star One World Hotel, you can expect ample space, luxuriously appointed with spectacular chandeliers and state-of-the-art facilities including simultaneous interpretation system, live feed facility and mood lighting with variable colour setting and free Wi-Fi. However, what makes corporate functions here extra special is the opportunity to put fun back into functions.

Take a refreshing dip in our pools, lose yourself in a sensual massage, treat yourself to award-winning cuisine, catch the latest action flick, enjoy a round of golf or indulge in retail therapy. Theres so much to do and experience, especially with the 1 Utama shopping centre right next door. Whats more, we have been recognised locally, regionally and internationally as the Best Convention Hotel, so you know that youll be in good hands.

Anythings possible in One World. To add some excitement to your next event, speak to our Conventions and Events team today at 03-7712 2289ror email cne@oneworldhotel.com.my

BrandLaureateSMEs Signature

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Asia's Leading Conference Hotel 2013

20th World Travel Awards

International Starfor Leadership

in Quality Award 2013Gold Category

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2014 Meeting Packages

Half Day Meeting Package from RM175++ per person per day

Full Day Meeting Package from RM185++ per person per day

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Ministerial officials from across 50 countries and regions, leaders from over 30 international industry associations, and senior executives from 40 renowned financial institutions locally and worldwide will be converging in Macao for the fifth International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum (IIICF) in May this year.

Seeking to address the vision and planning of topics ranging from regionally connected infrastructure, financial solutions and multi-form cooperation to physical connectivity and economic cooperation, the forum themed Infrastructure Connectivity Provides New Impetuses for International Cooperation is expecting another 1300 delegates from global leading contractors and service providers in attendance.

Jointly organised by China International Contractors Association and Macao Economic Services, the upcoming IIICF will be taking place at the Venetian Macao on May 8-9, 2014.

Be a part of the industry eliteMacao was experienced a stable and sustained growth to its economy in

recent years. Not resting on its laurels, the Macao SAR government has kicked off several large-scale infrastructural projects, including the urban light-rail, reclamation of marine lane, the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Cross-Sea Bridge and the Hengqin Industry Park. It has also offered support to a number of private construction projects, which play a combined role in accelerating Macaos economy by creating job opportunities and raising its competitiveness.

Arising as a key programme of mutual cooperation between Mainland China and Macao to bolster the expo industry, the IIICF is an important part of an agreement signed between the Chinese Ministry of Commerce and the Secretary for Economy and Finance of Macao SAR Government in September 2012.

In addition to bring the world closer to Macao, it has provided a wide platform for China to cooperate with other countries, while affording Macao with conveniences in gaining a more international expo industry.

Upholding its reputation as a high-end, professional and authoritative forum, the fifth IIICF has extended

invitations to government ministers and executives from leading enterprises in the infrastructure industry and multilateral financial institutions. It also seeks to attract up

Regional industry leaders pave the way in infrastructureChina and Macao are once again leading the way in regional infrastructure connectivity, with a fresh round of discussions soon to take place.

Fast figures: IIICF 2013 A total of US$1.45 billion worth

of agreements covering railway, water supply, aviation, power, and alternative energy penned at the signing ceremony. During the Chairman

Roundtable, Macao Construction Association and another six contractor associations joined the Join Action Plan for Cooperation on International Infrastructure and grew its pool of contracting members to 15. 30 business talks organised 1300 participants, including 40

ministerial officials from over 30 countries and regions, representatives from more than 30 financial institutions and 26 industry associations.

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to 1300 participants with ministers from over 50 countries and regions, over 30 trade associations, and 30 financial institutions including the Asian Development Bank, the African Development Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank and the Caribbean Development Bank.

Why participate?The fifth IIICF will highlight the promotion of infrastructure markets and projects, and provide a platform for exhibiting, business talks, and business receptions to help participants connect and boost mutual cooperation.

Participants will be able to: Exchange ideas with government

officials and industry leaders from across the world, while getting the latest industry information;

Deliver speeches or recommend speakers in line with theme and contents of the forum to share insights and experience;

Co-organise discussion panels or business talks for in-depth liaison with the target clientele and establish relationships for further partnerships;

Take part in the exhibition that runs concurrently with the forum and present services and products to potential customers;

Present infrastructure projects and carry out investment promotion activities;

Hold signing ceremonies to demonstrate the fruit of cooperation.

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China sets the tone

Registration is open till April 15, 2014. Sign up at http://cl.chinca.org:8083/BM.aspx?bmdid=100106Registration or general enquiries:Call: +86 10 57198312 or 57197574Fax: +86 10 59765214Email: chinca@163.com Website: www.iiicf.org

REGISTRATION

The IIICF is in line with recent attention given to regional infrastructure connectivity, which was one of the topics discussed at the 2013 APEC Economic Leaders Meeting last October.Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted the importance of a well-connected infrastructure across Asia Pacific and the need to construct sub-regional economic corridors to achieve integration. To boost and speed up infrastructure connectivity, he also called for the necessary establishment of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.This is not the first time the Chinese leadership has strongly emphasised on the need for regional infrastructure connectivity. Reform strategies on a national level, inclusive of pushing forward the construction of the Silk Road economic belt and marine Silk Road, were highlighted at the 3rd Plenary Session of the 18th Central Committee of the CPC. Its trade and diplomatic strategy also encompassed a need for preferred loans, special-purpose funds and financial institutions as a realistic support for infrastructure cooperation and connectivity.As a strong driving force in globalisation to accelerate economic growth and regional economic integration, infrastructure connectivity has been a rising trend elsewhere. The African Union passed the Program Infrastructure Development for Africa (PIDA) in January 2012, mapping out a series of cross-border and trans-regional infrastructure development programmes from 2012-2040 that required a total investment of US$360 billion.Similarly in Europe, a consensus was reached between the Council of the European Union, the European Parliament and the European Commission on the Connecting Europe Facility, which aimed to strengthen the connectivity of transportation, energy, telecommunications, and other sectors among EU markets with an investment of 29.3 billion Euros from 2014-2020.

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2013 PERFORMANCE VS 2014 OUTLOOK

Sub Sector Q1 2013 Q1 2014 Growth(%)

Meetings 37,114 38,315 3.15%

Incentives 57,214 58,564 2.36%

Conventions 53,695 58,682 9.29%

Exhibitions 29,646 31,303 5.59%

Total 177,699 186,864 5.16%

Theres always something wonderfully new to discover at the Royal Cliff Hotels Groupand PEACH: a unique resort ambience with an inspiring tropical atmosphere andair of exclusivity, set upon a tropical mountainside surrounded by scenic viewsof the Gulf of Thailand.

The eminent Royal Cliff Hotels Group comprises four 5-star hotels with 1090 rooms and suites, and its award-winning flagship facility, Pattaya Exhibition And Convention Hall.

PEACH is a world-class multi-purpose convention facility, first of its kind in Asia Pacific to be ideally set amidst nature. An ideal venue for productive, stimulating and rewarding engagements, it can accommodate up to 10,062 guests theatre-style and 4342 guests banquetstyle. A dedicated events manager and team is always present to ensure smooth, flexible planning and execution of conferences, meetings and private events.

PEACH was expertly designed for hassle-free conferences. It offers delegates a range of options, ranging from large ballrooms and multiple break-out rooms to intimate boardrooms, generous pre-function spaces and built-in registration desks. The main halls can be conveniently divided into four smaller sections, allowing flexibility for a wide range of events

including tradeshows, exhibitions, new product launches, concerts and many more. It also uniquely offers MICE Planners a competitive duality of extensive convention and meeting space, complete with a range of technological support such as high-quality audio-visual equipment, Wi-Fi internet connectivity and specialty business centres.

Located along the slopes of the cliff between Jomtien and Pattaya and set conveniently close to excellent golf courses and shopping complexes, the Royal Cliff Hotels Group and PEACH are situated at an ideal location, approximately 75 minutes from the Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. With over 10 years of specialised events experience, top-of-the-line services and a dedicated international team, PEACH enjoys a global reputation of excellence making it a premier meeting and event destination in Southeast Asia.

Today, the Group offers a remarkably synchronised portfolio of services and facilities that consists of four 5-star hotels, 11 restaurants and bars, six swimming pools including one infinity-edge pool, two health spas, beauty salon, Thai cooking school, Kids World, Teens zone, a state-of-the-art fitness complex, seven floodlit tennis courts, two squash courts, a pitch and putt golf course, two exclusive beaches, three

ballrooms, 53 meeting rooms, PEACH, free Wi-Fi, in-room IPTV system, shopping arcade, shuttle service to downtown Pattaya and a 120-seater catamaran for private charter to the nearby tropical islands.

Experience ultimate luxury and happiness only at the Royal Cliff Hotels Group and PEACH!

For more information, please visit:http://www.royalcliff.comhttp://www.peachthailand.com

Royal Cliff Hotels Group353 Phra Tamnuk Road, PattayaChonburi, Thailand 20150Tel: (66 38) 250421Fax: (66 38) 250511, 250513

Email: relax@royalcliff.com gro-main@royalcliff.com

Royal Cliff Hotels Group and PEACH: The ideal one-stop venue for world-class events

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Data Access & AnalyticsConference attendees and data experts will debate & resolve the industry's biggest data challenges around access, availability, analytics, quality, and reporting.

Industry InnovationsConsumerization, mobility, and technology are powerful forces that are changing the business travel landscape forever. Attendees will have a front-row seat to (p)review industry innovations and emerging technologies that are advancing and disrupting the industry status quo.

Talent Development for Travel ProfessionalsThese sessions will address the skill gaps travel professionals identified as essential for successful future travel leaders, i.e, change management experience, innovative mindsets, marketing/social media skills, and technological competence.

Traveler CentricityCorporate travel professionals are learning important lessons from consumer-oriented strategies. These sessions will demonstrate how to communicate more effectively with travelers, how to use traveler feedback to increase leverage with suppliers, and ultimately, how to increase satisfaction levels among travelers.

ACTE Education will focus on 4 educational pillars, identified as the industry issues that matter most:

Register today at www.acte.org

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