MEDICAL FAIR THAILAND's Showfloor on Track to be 30-percent Larger This Year
June 19, 2011
Three months before Germany-based Messe Duesseldorf’s MEDICAL FAIR THAILAND, International Exhibition on Hospital, Diagnostic, Pharmaceutical, Medical & Rehabilitation Equipment & Supplies even kicks off, the showfloor is on track to be 30-percent bigger than last year’s show.
The increase in exhibitors at MEDICAL FAIR THAILAND, on tap Sept. 14-16 at Bangkok’s Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, indicates “improved confidence in Asia’s expanding medical and health care industry as well as a rising interest in the diverse aspects of medical and health care technology,” according to show organizers.
With Asia’s healthcare budgets projected to grow to more than $300 billion in 2012 and the rising need for healthcare due to urbanization, aging population and greater access to new medical technologies, the international landscape of the exhibitors and visitors at MEDICAL FAIR THAILAND also continues to grow, attracting an increasing number of country pavilions, according to Messe Duesseldorf show officials.
In September 2011, the show will welcome country pavilions from Austria, Belgium, China, Germany, India and Korea, as well as from Singapore, Taiwan and the United Kingdom - and for the first time from Japan.
Overall, an anticipated 300 international exhibitors from more than 20 countries will showcase the very latest innovations and technology at this year’s exhibition.
Exhibitors will present the latest equipment and supplies for the hospital, medical and health care sectors, such as diagnostic, pharmaceutical and rehabilitation technology, according to show organizers.
Visitors from Southeast Asia, particularly from Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam and Singapore, also are expected to be the majority of the attendees.
Special offers at the show will include a free business matchmaking service that will enable participants to view comprehensive exhibitor and visitor profiles or opt for automated business matches and schedule appointments prior to the exhibition.
During the event, there also will be a business-matching lounge with qualified staff to assist with business-matching opportunities.
Also, international attendees and exhibitors will be able to take advantage of the “Extra Night, Extra Smile” offer, which includes a complimentary third night’s stay with a two night or longer paid reservation at selected hotels in Bangkok.
In addition, the Extra Smile component will facilitate special group fast tracking and airport transfers, a complimentary Bangkok city tour by tram car, as well as special discounts at leading department stores and entertainment venues.
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.
Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.
Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.
The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.
MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.
MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.
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