30/11/2013
Ifsec Istanbul celebrates inaugural show
Istanbul, Turkey
Ifsec Istanbul brought the whole security buying chain together under one roof, with manufacturers, channel partners and security professionals from government and private sectors converging to create endless networking and business development opportunities. Visitors were also able to get hands-on with the latest product developments from across the whole region. Belal Sayeen, Business Development, SFFECO said: “Ifsec Istanbul has enabled us to show the latest innovations to the industry. We've met a lot of international visitors, and the event has been a good opportunity to introduce new technology.”
Taking place alongside the exhibition, the high level Ifsec Istanbul Conference saw sessions presented from Frost & Sullivan, Gesider, UKTI and other industry leaders. Detailing the latest technological advances and industry trends, and presenting a number of focused case studies, delegates were able to experience a broad range of in-depth information from leaders in the field.
The success of the conference has prompted the organisers, UBM Live, to present a dedicated focus on education in 2014, providing an even greater scope of thought leading seminars before returning to Lufti Kirdar for the exhibition in 2015. Leading industry spokespeople will embark on assisting professionals to stay on top of current issues and ensure the best education is available to them. Setting itself apart from the traditional exhibition format, the Ifsec Istanbul Confex 2014 will offer the region a learning platform from a practical approach. Presenting an initial strategic overview of the state of the security and fire industry, dedicated streams will then cater for both trade and end users. Falling underneath the Ifsec Global Academy, this unique offering highlights the focus on expertise and guidance that the Ifsec brand has become renowned for.
Commenting on the success of Ifsec Istanbul 2013, Kerim Bertrand, General Manager, UBM Istanbul, said: “We have had an overwhelming response to Ifsec Istanbul and have been thrilled at the positivity received from the industry. We strive to create an arena that brings together all elements of the buying chain so business can be conducted effectively in one place. I’d like to thank all of our partners and supporters for taking part in this inaugural event and contributing to its huge success. We look forward to sharing further details about the Ifsec Istanbul Confex 2014 and Ifsec Istanbul Exhibition 2015 very soon.”