NEVA-2011 post release #1 28.09.2011 

NEVA-2011 exhibition and conference summary report, 14.10.2011 

Dear Colleague,

“NEVA-2013”- The power of Russian shipping

For over 20 years since 1991 the NEVA International Exhibitions and conferences have successfully promoted the massive redevelopment of the Russian commercial maritime industries.

Supported by the leading administrations and enterprises in Russia and by over 700 domestic and global exhibitors from 45 Maritime Nations NEVA 2013 will build on this historic platform to accelerate the future expansion and investment required to re-establish the influential position of the country in the world wide market place.

S. B. Ivanov, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Chairman of the Maritime Collegium under the Government of the Russian Federation, at the Opening Ceremony of the International “NEVA-2011” Exhibition, 20th September 2011 stated: “…The theme for this exhibition encompasses all stages in the development and operation of ships and marine equipment, advanced methods of navigation and logistics, innovative tools and technologies for the extraction of mineral resources… We will continue to expand the potential of the Forum, make it more convenient to conclude contracts, develop international cooperation in the domain of shipbuilding and shipping and also in areas of port activities, and develop the natural resources of the oceans. I declare, as the Chairman of the Maritime Collegium under the Government of the Russian Federation, under whose auspices the Exhibition is traditionally held: “We are fully open to cooperation! We are ready to demonstrate our new technology and capabilities! We plan, increasingly, to enter the world market with our own competitive products!”

Direct access to the fastest growth markets of Russia's maritime and ocean industries remains the priority purpose of NEVA 2013. With each exhibition the numbers of foreign exhibitors and national pavilions increase. Each event welcomes thousands of senior directors and managers - we again expect over 25,000 qualified professional visitors in 2013.

NEVA provides the unique gateway to meet the shipping and offshore energy executives from all regions of this massive country "under one roof during the four day program in St. Petersburg, the "Maritime Capital of Russia".

Each exhibition continuously presents the developments, activities and opportunities for the mainstream industries, each NEVA also introduces new areas of focus

In mid-December 2011 Russia acceded to the World Trade Organization after eighteen years of intensive negotiations. So the world’s sixth largest economy has finally entered the principal global structure which encourages the rationalization, simplification and acceleration of international trade and commerce. After this historic step Russia anticipates the growth of its economy to become the fourth largest in future years. In the words of First Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov “Our partners expect to benefit from easier access to the Russian market, a more stable and predictable business climate ….and our industry will be encouraged to increase innovation, to modernize and diversify.”

The Russian market offers ample business opportunities. The transport sector and the offshore oil and gas and shipbuilding industries show tremendous growth on all fronts.

The real growth and financial strength of these industries will again be reflected in the expansion and influence of the NEVA 2013 Exhibition which will occupy all Halls of the Lenexpo Exhibition Complex.

NEVA during over 20 years of its history has built a reputation for high professionalism and organization. To join this continuing success and to improve your market position with Russian buyers and partners please now complete and return your Exhibition Space Application Form.

Roderick Keay
General Director

Dolphin Exhibitions, PO Box 68, Ipswich, Suffolk IP7 7ZY, England
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