Held every three years, CeMAT is the world's leading intralogistics trade fair.  For 2011, the focus was on 'Sustainability in Logistics' and the show attracted over 1,000 companies from 38 countries.

A particular highlight for Global was the new double deck stand we built for Interfit.  Taking inspiration from American minimalist/modernist architecture and with a cool palette of high-gloss white and sky blue, the imposing structure made a bold presence in the hall despite a relatively small footprint.  The stand was universally praised by staff and visitors alike and helped to ensure CeMAT 2011 was an overwhelming success for Interfit.

The materials handling industry now focuses on IMHX which takes over the NEC, Birmingham, UK between 19th and 22nd March 2013.  CeMAT returns to Hannover from 19th-23rd May 2014.

If you are exhibiting at IMHX, CeMAT or any other shows call us now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 to discuss your requirements and how Global can help you maximise your return on investment.  Alternatively, click here to request a brochure.

Held annually at Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany, Ambiente is the largest consumer goods trade show in the world with over 4,300 exhibitors from all over the world (and as far away as Australia and New Zealand) and over 130,000 trade only visitors each year.  For 2011, Ambiente ran from 11th to 15th February 2011.

Of particular note was the 264 sq. m all new stand Global designed under fresh contract for longstanding client, Meyer Group.  We have been working with the client to develop a new design language since last summer and with a sizeable space it was fantastic to see this taken to its full potential and be seen in all its glory.

International representatives of the client lavished praise on the clean, modern, high design yet functional stand which also met with plenty of praise from their invited trade guests.

Ambiente returns to Messe Frankfurt for 2012 from 10th-14th February 2012 and we are already handling enquiries from both UK and international exhibitors.  If you are exhibiting at Ambiente 2012 call us now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 to discuss your requirements and how Global can help you maximise your impact and revenues at the show.  Alternatively, click here to request a brochure.

Global Displays were pleased to see a renewed interest in Spring Fair International 2011 both from new enquiries and our existing clients with a range of stands successfully installed on time, on budget and to the highest standard across numerous halls.

Spring Fair and it's sister show Autumn Fair are the UK's largest retail trade shows, attracting over 71,000 visitors each and playing host to over 270,000 new product launches in 2010 at Spring Fair alone.  Spring Fair and Autumn Fair are the places to meet buyers from the world's leading stores, independents and mail order retailers.

A particular success at Spring Fair was the 49 sq. m stand for longstanding client Meyer Group, who were launching their new This Morning by Prestige brand at the fair in association with the iTV morning show.

Designed to echo the instantly recognisable set of Phil and Holly, the stand was a huge hit with visitors, exhibitors and organisers alike and a fitting backdrop to the product launch.

Spring Fair returns to the NEC, Birmingham for 2012 between 5th and 9th February 2012.  In the meantime, focus now moves to Autumn Fair International 2011 which runs from 4th to 7th September 2011 at the NEC, Birmingham.

If you are exhibiting at Autumn Fair, Spring Fair or any other upcoming exhibitions, call us now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 to discover how Global can help make your stand your most successful yet.  Alternatively, click here to request a brochure.

Global are pleased to announce the successful installation of the 306 sq. m stand for Vans at ISPO 2011 which was held from 6th-9th February 2011 in Munich, Germany.

ISPO is the international trade fair for sporting goods and sports professionals held in Munich and Beijing each February.  For 2011, Vans entered into a three year contract with Global Displays to design and build a striking stand with a mountain lodge theme and a separate beach themed area for their Reef brand.

Vans' Marketing Manager said, 'We were exceedingly pleased with the finished stand and the results from the show.'

ISPO returns to Munich for 2012 between 29th January and 1st February 2012.  If you are exhibiting call our sales team now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 to discuss your requirements or click here to request a brochure.

Held annually at Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany, Ambiente is the largest consumer goods trade show in the world with over 4,300 exhibitors from all over the world (including some from as far as Australia and New Zealand) and over 130,000 trade only visitors.  For 2011, Ambiente ran from 11th-15th February 2011

Of particular note was the 264 sq. m all new stand we designed under fresh contract for longstanding client, Meyer Group.  We have been working with the client to develop a new design language since last summer and with a sizeable space it was fantastic to see this taken to its full potential and be seen in all its glory.

International representatives from the client lavished praise on the clean, modern, high design yet functional stand which also met with plenty of praise from their invited trade guests.

Ambiente returns to Messe Frankfurt for 2012 from 10th-14th February 2012 and we are already handling enquiries from both UK and international exhibitors.  If you are exhibiting at Ambiente 2012 call us now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 to discuss your requirements and how Global can help you maximise impact and revenues at the show.  Alternatively, click here to request a brochure.

Global extends our best wishes to all our clients, suppliers, friends and family for a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and prosperous New Year.

With the recent weather conditions turning Global House into a winter wonderland, we are proud to announce that all our projects continue to be delivered on time.  We thank everyone for their understanding as we work around the present upheaval to achieve this.

Global Christmas close runs from 15:00 on 22nd December 2010 to 09:00 on 4th January 2011.

With a host of fantastic projects already underway for 2011 it's shaping up to be a good one.  We look forward to working with you all in the New Year.

Global has won yet another award, this time for "Best Stand for Interacting with Travel Agents" for the Maldives stand at the recent World Travel Market which was held at London's ExCeL from 8th-11th November 2010.

Global has been working with the Maldives for some time now and 2010 saw a fresh three year contract and the stand doubled in size.

According to the organiser's official press release, "The stand was praised for its layout including areas to drop by and pick up brochures as well as an upstairs breakout area for more serious meetings."

Global's MD commented, "Winning this award is testament to both the innovative work of our design team and the hard work of our factory and on-site production teams.  Together we created a fantastic stand and I am delighted we have received this official recognition of our efforts."

The stand was further praised by the Maldives' Tourism Minister who sent his congratulations and expressed his gratitude.

World Travel Market returns to London's ExCeL between 7th and 10th November 2011.  In the meantime the world's travel industry is focused on ITB in Berlin which runs from 9th to 13th March 2011. 

If you are exhibiting at World Travel Market 2011 or ITB Berlin 2011 call our sales team now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 to discuss how Global can help make your stand another success story and maximise return on investment.  Alternatively, click here to request a brochure.

Global Displays are pleased to announce completion of Phase 1 of the refurbishment programme at its head office and main factory premises. 

Phase 1 works were outside, consisting of laying fresh car park and hard standing surfaces and new drainage.  Inclement weather hampered progress but perseverance paid off and the finished product is already proving the effort and upheaval was all worthwhile.

Watch this space for details of our upcoming Phase 2 works which will include an exciting, innovative new design for our offices both to provide an improved working environment for staff and to act as a showroom for our ever expanding office, showroom and shop fitting services.

If you are refurbishing or relocating contact our sales team now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 for further information on our services and to discuss how we can help your organisation make its vision become reality.  Alternatively, click here to request a brochure.

On 7th October 2010 Eurostar and Siemens unveiled the new Eurostar 320 rolling stock at press launch at the Royal Albert Hall in London.

The new trains will carry up to 900 passengers through the tunnel and across Europe at speeds of up to 320 km/h when they enter service by 2014.

In one of Global's more unusual assignments, we were drafted in by one of our event management partners, working on behalf of Eurostar and Siemens, to construct the open air surround and imitation bogeys for the full size 320 forward carriage stationed beside the Albert Memorial in Kensington Gardens for the day.

With the whole event organised and executed in top secret and at short notice, our team worked through the night to install and dismantle all within a 24 hour period.  Their efforts paid off with the event proving a huge success for all concerned with international press coverage online, in print and on television.

If you are planning an event and would like more information on how Global can help make it a complete success for your organisation call our sales team now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 or click here to request a brochure.

With our strong track record at KBB, building stands for the leading brands at the show, we are now looking forward to KBB London 2011 at ExCeL from 15th to 17th May 2011.

KBB provides an unparalled opportunity to meet key buyers and specifiers in the kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms industry.  KBB provides a dedicated platform to display products to a qualified buying audience consisting of retailers, architects, interior designers, property developers, local authorities, property managers, engineers, merchants, restaurant/bar/hotel/leisure specifiers and more.

If you are exhibiting at KBB London 2011 speak to our sales team on +44 (0)1905 797 978 to find out more about our end-to-end exhibition design and build services and how Global can help make your stand a complete success.  Alternatively, click here to request a brochure.

Global Displays is excited to announce it is already seeing a significant increase in enquiries for Spring Fair International 2011 over recent years.  Improving confidence in the marketplace appears to be fuelling renewed interest in this show which is a very positive sign.

Spring Fair is the UK's largest retail trade show, attracting over 71,000 visitors and playing host to over 270,000 new product launches in 2010.  Spring Fair is the place to meet buyers from the world's leading stores, independents and mail order retailers.

If you are exhibiting at Spring Fair 2011 speak to our sales team now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 to find out more about our end-to-end exhibition design and build services and how Global can help make your stand a complete success.  Alternatively, click here to request a brochure.

Our industry body, ESSA, the Event Supplier and Services Association, have launched their new, 'Why Use an ESSA Member?' campaign.

As members of ESSA's predecessor, BECA, Global Displays have been members of ESSA since its inception and are in full support of this campaign which has also won the support of AEO, the Association of Event Organisers, who have also committed to market the campaign and ESSA members to their own membership.

Choosing an ESSA member provides a client with great peace of mind as all members are pre-qualified by the Association and as such are known to have a proven track record, be properly insured, approved by their peers and are bound by the Association's Code of Conduct and Quality Service Charter.  In addition, ESSA members are bonded by the Association ensuring that, no matter what, members clients' projects are completed.

If you are exhibiting speak to our sales team now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 to find out more about our end-to-end exhibition design and build services and how Global can help ensure your event is a complete success or click here to request a brochure.

World Travel Market, the premier global event for the travel industry, returns to London's ExCeL from 8th- 11th November 2010.

During the 2009 event, Global Displays successfully project managed multiple large and double decked stands at the show, delivering complete design, onsite build and support services to our clients.

2010 is already looking to be another great year for Global at WTM with many stands already confirmed including a three year contract renewal from the Maldives (pictured).

If you are exhibiting at WTM 2010 contact our sales team now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 for futher information on our comprehensive exhibition contractor services and to discuss how we can help make WTM 2010 a great success for your organisation.

Global Displays successfully constructed over 2,200 sq. m of stands at IPEX 2010 which ran from 18th - 25th May 2010 at the NEC in Birmingham.

Held just once every four years, IPEX is the largest English-speaking event in the world for the print, publishing and media industries.

With over 50,000 visitors to the event, attendance was very close to the 2006 show's level in spite of the recent economic climate.  So positive, in fact, were the outcome and feedback from the show that IPEX President, George Clarke, declared, "It's like a light has been switched on and everybody in the industry has just woken up."

With this in mind Global are looking forward to a fantastic drupa 2012 which is being held from 3rd - 16th May 2012 at Messe Düsseldorf in Düsseldorf, Germany.

If you are exhibiting at drupa 2012 contact our sales team now on +44 (0)1905 797 978 for further information on our comprehensive exhibition contractor services and to discuss how we can help make drupa 2012 a great success for your organisation.

Global continue their run up to the festive season with another onsite build and installation at Westfields, the largest shopping centre in Europe. The Mariah Carey event was a thoroughly pink affair as Global constructed the backdrop and stage area to host Mariah's Christmas lights switch on and signing event for her new album 'Memoirs of an imperfect angel'.

Global created an all pink solution, including a pink VIP carpet for fans to come face-to-face with the star - complete with a pink desk, photo wall area and pink ceiling!

Global Displays offer a range of services, extending far beyond our exhibition stand contractor roots, from custom office design and build to shop fitting and corporate event structures. To find out more about our services or to discuss your requirements, call our project management team now on 01905 797978.

Global Displays will once again be installing exhibition stands the Earls Court Ecobuild 2010 show, the world's largest sustainable design, construction and built environment event. This year's show will take place between Tuesday 2nd March and Thursday 4th March 2010 at Earls Court, London.

With over 35,000 visitors expected to attend the three day event, the show is the ideal platform to reach out to influential decision makers in the construction industry.

For 2010, the event will continue to attract exhibitors from around the world with a multitude of international companies already scheduled to attend. If you are exhibiting at Ecobuild 2010, contact Global Displays now to discuss how we can maximise your exposure at the show and increase your return on investment.

Global Displays are one of Europe's largest independent exhibition contractors with over 20 years industry experience. Call our project management team now on 01905 797978 to discuss your event further.

BETT 2010, the worlds largest Eduction Technology show will return to the London Olympia again between the 13th and 16th January 2010.

During the 2009 event, Global Displays successfully project managed multiple big brand stands at the show, delivering complete design, onsite build and support to our clients.

If you will be exhibiting at BETT 2010, contact our sales team now on 01905 797978 for further information on our comprehensive exhibition contractor services - or request a brochure.

Global Displays have once again been contracted to build the 11th Art London exhibition at the Royal Hospital, London.

Building on the success of last years show, the 2009 event will once again be sponsored by Barratt Homes and feature Tatler as a featured partner celebrating their 300th anniversary!

In addition to building the main Art London event, Global have also been commissioned to build feature stands for both Barratt Homes, the event sponsor and Tatler, the main event partner!

With a precarious economic climate where every penny counts, marketing budgets are often top of the list for the chop! One of the most costly annual expenses within a company's marketing budget can be exhibition and trade show presence. But with buyers out to get the best deal on the market, shouldn't companies be investing more in targeted face to face sales opportunities? While you'll be pushed hard on deals, the potential to win new "long term" clients from competitors and come out the other end of the downturn in a far better position.

Five tips for getting the most for your money...

1. Space is a premium, ensure you utilise your floor space for maximum exposure. Think about building up!
2. The look and feel - Exhibition stand design is important, a good design and build quality will instill confidence in your brand with potential new clients.
3. Focus on high value or important products and services to maximise your return on investment.
4. Capture information - It's vital you capture contact details and other relevant information from stand visitors to follow-up enquiries when you get back to the office, being knowledgeable about the client - key facts from the conversation at the show for example - will start you off on the right foot.
5. Use a quality exhibition contractor with a strong portfolio, offering a full range of services in-house - a single point of contact for every aspect of the project, especially during the planning, design and build phase is invaluable.

With over 20 years experience in the industry, Global Displays are one of Europe's largest full-service exhibition contractors, working with clients from around the world to deliver dozens of exhibition stands every year.

If you're looking to exhibit in the next 12 months, get a head start on the competition and contact Global Displays now.

The smiling face of Global at the recent Excite show at which we took a stand as part of the ESSA contingent and met many old and new friends within the industry.

Excite provides an opportunity for us to show and discuss our most recent projects and for prospective clients to meet the team.