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ITMA 2011

Published: January 28, 2011Posted in: Barcelona CongressTags: , , , , , , , ,
ITMA 2011

ITMA 2011

International  Exhibition of Textile Machinery 2011 (ITMA)

From 22 September 2011 to 29 September 2011

Fira de Gran Via Barcelona

The ITMA is the world’s largest international textile and garment machinery exhibition. It is owned by CEMATEX and is recognized worldwide as the pinnacle event for the industry. Held every four years since 1951, this year´s edition will be held in the Catalonian capital of Barcelona in the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via. It follows the World Textile Summit to be held on 21st September in Palau de Congresos, where keynote speaker Kofi Anan with make his address with particular focus on environmental challenges faced by the industry and initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.

ITMA is the showcase for the latest technology in the textile and garment machinery industry and attracts visitors from countries around the globe. Each sector is well represented including Fabric Manufacturers, Knitting and Hosiery, Man- made Fibres, Clothing, Thread/Yam and many others.

In line with the theme of ITMA – and to commemorate CEMATEX’s 60th anniversary this year,  CEMATEX 60th Anniversary grant will provide funding for research and education institutes participating in the Research and Education area during the event. This special grant is to celebrate the success of the industry over the past 60 years and also to encourage growth and competitiveness for the future.

Also, ITMA participants will have the opportunity to attend a technical textiles forum Advanced Textiles 2011 alongside the exhibition. It will give participants an insight into the textile market and market demands with talks from leading experts.

The last edition in 2007 (held in Munich, Germany) attracted some 118,000 trade visitors and attendees from over 150 countries and similar numbers are expected this year.

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WORLD TEXTILE SUMMIT

Published: January 26, 2011Posted in: UncategorizedTags: , , , , , , , , ,
SUMMIT 2011

SUMMIT BARCELONA

The first World Textile Summit is to take place on 21 September 2011 in Palau de Congresos de Catalunya in Barcelona. This marks the first joint initiative of the International Textile Manufacturing Federation (ITMF) and CEMATEX, the owner of the world’s leading textile machinery exhibition, ITMA.

This unique event will draw together textile-industry leaders and some of the world’s most influential thinkers and policymakers in strategically important fields such as economics, trade, technology and sustainability. The keynote speaker will be Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Kofi Anan.  This event is relevant for business leaders, executives and analysts as well as suppliers of products and services and also policymakers in governments and institutions across the globe that are connected to the industry.

The city is looking forward to welcoming thousands of international visitors around this time as the summit has been called to coincide ITMA 2011 (from 22- 29 September), which is the 60th Anniversary edition of the show, and the day after the ITMF (International Textile Manufacturing Federation) Annual Conference.

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Carnival Barcelona

Published: January 19, 2011Posted in: UncategorizedTags: , , ,
Carnival Barcelona

Carnival Barcelona

Every year in February, timed just before the Lenten fast, Barcelona celebrates with a carnival themed on food and drink that dates back hundreds of years.  Under the rule of the dictator, Franco, the carnival was banned between 1936 and 1980 but today is considered by locals to be one of the most important celebrations of the year.

The festivities begin on ‘Fat Thursday’ when the streets of Barcelona are filled with local markets, food stalls and dancing. Most activities throughout the city are organised locally by neighbourhoods and are advertised on posters. The most popular activities include short parades, competitions and loads of fun action for the children. Among the activities there is always a celebration of the traditions of eating eggs, usually in the form of tortilla (omelette) cooking competitions as well as sardine tasting events. It a tradition in Barcelona that the best decorated stalls and shops in each neighbourhood are awarded a prize for all their hard, creative work.

Also on Fat Thursday, the ‘carnival king’ arrives. The symbolic role of the king is to take responsibility for the sins that have occurred in the city throughout the year. On the closing day of the carnival, the will of the King is read aloud before he is burnt and honoured all over the city.

The highlight of Carnival Barcelona is the big parade – ‘La Grand Rua de Carnaval’. More than 2000 people take part in the parade and visitors flock the side-streets to catch a glimpse of the colourful floats, wonderful costumes, and energetic dancing groups. This year, it begins at Paral-lel Avenue in Sants neighbourhood, on March 5th.

Carnival Barcelona usually ends on Ash Wednesday and is celebrated with a traditional event – ‘Enterrament de la Sardinia’. This literally means ‘burying the sardine’, and that is exactly what is done.

If you’re looking to visit Barcelona during the carnival season, it’s recommended to book transport and accommodation well ahead of time. Event schedules can be found on the local tourist board website. All that’s left to do is to dress up and join in the fun!

This post has been written by travel blogger Rebecca Kelly of Simonseeks.com; a travel website offering everything from expert reviews on hotels in London to inspirational guides on Amsterdam.

Links

hotels in London to http://www.simonseeks.com/accommodation/hotels/europe/united-kingdom/england/london

Barcelona to http://www.simonseeks.com/destinations/europe/spain/catalonia/barcelona

Amsterdam to http://www.simonseeks.com/destinations/europe/the-netherlands/noord-holland/amsterdam

Construmat 2011

Published: January 17, 2011Posted in: Barcelona CongressTags: , , , , , ,
Construmat

Construmat

From 16th to 21st May 2011

Construmat is focussed specifically on construction materials and is one of the most renowned trade fairs in Europe. It will take place in the Fira de Barcelona, the fantastic conference centre from 16th- 21st May 2011. The event is sighted as an opportunity for businesses, professionals and experts to network, find out about new developments and future opportunities.

A huge array of exhibitors will showcase products and services in everything from international bathroom exhibition, water, gas, drainage and treatment installations, heating and airconditioning, electricity and lighting, domotics, security and communications.

A series of competitions and awards will also take place, including brick and parquet laying, design and innovation awards.

The setting could not be any more ideal, as Barcelona is a worldwide reference for architecture and design.

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Photos: A. www.viajar24h.com

CIBELES MADRID FASHION WEEK

Published: January 12, 2011Posted in: Madrid EventsTags: , , , , , ,
Cibeles Fashion Week

Cibeles Fashion Week

From 18th-23rd February 2011

The event of the year for Spain´s fashion industry will be held from 18th-23rd February 2011 in Feria de Madrid. The spotlight is drawn to Madrid for one of the most important events in the calendar for Spanish designers and buyers and will highlight key trends for Autumn/Winter 2011.

2011 will again feature all of the top designers as well as the up-and-coming talent from new designers through the programme EGO. This is a platform specifically for new designers to express fashion as an artistic discipline, a place for them to network and meet new industry members and to put forward their ideas. Some pieces will even be on sale to the public.

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Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week

Cibeles Madrid Fashion Week

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ARCOmadrid

Published: January 12, 2011Posted in: Madrid EventsTags: , , , , , , , ,

The 30th edition of the fair, International Contemporary Art Fair is to be held from February 16th-20th 2011 (general public from Friday 18th), in Halls 8 & 10 at the Feria de Madrid, (IFEMA).

2011 marks the exhibitions thirtieth birthday; three decades in playing a key role in promoting contemporary art and the creation of future heritage. This edition will be based around FOCUS RUSIA showcasing around a dozen Russian galleries.

The fair’s main section features international galleries and showcases avant-gardes to contemporary classic. To compliment the general programme, there will also be a section called ARCO 40. This is a sub section with galleries of a maximum of three artists presenting in stands measuring 40m2.

Aside from this, there will be a Solo Projects section with a focus on Latin America.

A new introduction this year at ARCOmadrid is the section OPENING. This new programme invites European galleries under eight years old, with a special focus on emerging countries.

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Expo Reclam 2011

Published: January 12, 2011Posted in: Madrid EventsTags: , , , , , , ,

The International Advertising and Promotional Gift Show

From 15th- 17th February 2011

The Feria de Madrid will host the 23rd edition of the fair for the promotional gift industry. It will take place from the 15th- 17th February 2011 and marks a great opportunity for wholesalers, manufacturers and importers to showcase and learn from each other as well as to meet industry professionals. The exhibit aims to promote sharing of new ideas and establish new corporate networks within the industry.

The entire event will be spread over 17.000m2 of the convention centre and attracts companies from varying sectors including Sports, Food and Drinks, Machinery, Textiles and many more.  There will be a space for new companies, the Primer Paso (First Step) Area, intended for companies making their first appearance at the trade fair and the Green Point Area, promoting this type of product in the industry.

At Expo Reclam you will find the largest meeting point in the industry, thanks to the participation of over 200 exhibitors and around 3,241 visiting companies.

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Giftrends Madrid

Published: January 10, 2011Posted in: Madrid EventsTags: , , , , ,

Giftrends 2011 will take place in the IFEMA  Madrid from 3rd- 7th February. The fair incorporates an exhibition packed full of new features and products in a large variety of sectors including gifts, jewelry, fashion, interior design, stationary, textiles, household equipment to name but a few.  Last year´s attendance by professional s, manufacturers and companies indicates its success- with more than 1,000 companies showcasing from 28 countries around the world. Some 31, 198 professionals attended in over the four day period in 2010.

Also under the framework of Giftrends are two separate events: INTERGIFT, the International Gift Fair which aims to aid trade members identify new trends for the varying sale and occasional seasons throughout the year; and BISUTEX exhibition, one of the most recognized in Europe in the bijouterie and accessories sector. BISUTEX showcases the latest trends in everything from materials to handbags and hats.

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