Solar Power UK looks to a bigger, brighter future at the NEC

The growth of solar power in the UK is being reflected in a move for the country’s largest dedicated solar event.
Solar Power UK will take place from October 2-4 2012 and brings together three days of education, hands-on learning and the most innovative products to hit the UK solar market.

The exhibition and conference is moving from its previous home at Birmingham’s International Convention Centre (ICC) to its sister venue, the National Exhibition Centre (NEC). This year’s repositioning of the show from one NEC Group venue to another showcases the Group’s strengths and flexibility in catering for the needs of its clients.

Around 10,000 visitors are expected to head to the NEC this year, with future events already booked at the venue for 2013 and 2014. Re-locating at the NEC means that Solar Power UK can take advantage of the larger spaces available to accommodate the predicted expansion.

Joy Brettschneider, of organiser Solar Media, said: “As Solar Power UK continues to grow, the move to the NEC will give us the flexibility and room to really harness the developing interest in the industry.”

The event focuses on high-quality content and networking opportunities for a range of visitors, including tradesmen, manufacturers, distributors, research institutions and other bodies connected with the solar industry.

“We expect to see many more international visitors and exhibitors paying attention to Solar Power UK, and we are looking forward to another hugely successful event in Birmingham,” added Brettschneider.

The event enjoyed great success after moving to the Midlands in 2011, cementing its place as the premier gathering for the industry.

Kathryn James, Managing Director of the NEC, said: “We are committed to helping our clients move their events forward and it’s great that we’re able to support that within our Group. We will pick up where the ICC left off in successfully hosting a fantastic and popular event and now look forward to welcoming the many exhibitors and visitors to the event’s new home later this year.”

Source:http://www.incentivetravel.co.uk/venuesevents/7078-solar-power-uk-looks-to-a-bigger-brighter-future-at-the-nec