MARINTEC 2013 Press conference, September (opening statement by organiser, researched and written for my client)

Good morning and thank you for coming to this press conference for Marintec China 2013. I’m speaking on behalf of the co-organisers of Marintec, who are UBM Asia and the Shanghai Society of Naval Architects and Ocean Engineers. We are also very happy to have the continuous, solid support of senior Chinese government officials and the leading maritime associations of China and Europe. So indeed, welcome and thank you to all of the supporters, sponsors and partners of Marintec China 2013.

Marintec China, at the SNIEC in Shanghai, is sponsored by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology; the China Ministry of Transport; the Shanghai Municipal People’s Government. And co-sponsored by the China State Shipbuilding Corporation; the China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation; the China Association of the National Shipbuilding Industry and the Chinese Society of Naval Architects & Marine Engineers.

As everyone knows, the shipbuilding market felt a heavy impact from the global downturn. Even in the world's leading shipbuilding nations of China and South Korea, we face huge challenges. According to Bloomberg, 38% of Chinese yards were not successful in obtaining contracts for new vessels last year. So the government's recently announced three-year plan for our industry is most welcome and timely. By encouraging increased funding support for shipyards, the plan will build optimism, promote mergers and stimulate demand, especially from the offshore oil and gas sector.

When we face such enormous challenges, it’s important to maintain confidence and keep a high profile. Marintec China offers the most outstanding opportunity for showcasing new technologies, demonstrating innovation and meeting the leaders of our industry. With its 17th edition this December, Marintec China will once again be Asia's most significant biennial maritime trade fair. Our show was recently named one of the top Branded Exhibitions in Shanghai and this year's show will be bigger than ever before.

With over 50,000 visitors and 1,650 exhibitors from 87 countries in 2011, Marintec China is clearly the must-attend event for the maritime sector. This year, our exhibitors list will include all our loyal friends from Europe, the US and Asian countries as well as first-time exhibitors, including some from Australia, Iceland and India.

Once again, concurrent with Marintec China, we will host the Senior Maritime Forum. This 3-day conference brings together shipbuilding’s thought leaders at the Kerry Hotel Pudong, under the heading "Green Technology, Transformation, Breakthrough". There will be considerable opportunities for lively discussion, as well as high-profile keynote speakers and exceptional networking. Incidentally, this year all Marintec China visitors will be able to download and use our new mobile app, which will facilitate trade floor navigation and meeting arrangements.

Thank you once again for joining us today and we look forward to meeting you again in Shanghai in December!

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