ICE 2002 83% Full

ICE 2002 83% Full

Demand for stand space at London's 2002 International Casino Exhibition (ICE) is running at an unprecedented level according to the latest figures released by the show organisers.

As of 1st June 2001 – nearly eight months ahead of the show going live – 83 per cent of available exhibition space had been allocated, with 67 organisations booking their stands and 11 companies increasing their presence year-on-year.

Karen Cooke, sales manager responsible for ICE said: "ICE 2001 was an excellent event for all sectors of the casino industry, and this is being reflected in the early bookings we have received for 2002." She added: "To have just 1,000 sq. metres or 17 per cent of space remaining nearly eight months in advance of the show is unprecedented. As a result of this level of response we are in the process of drawing-up plans to operate a contingency waiting list once the hall reaches capacity."

Show organisers are building on a solid foundation as they prepare for ICE 2002 at the Earls Court Exhibition Centre. The January 2001 event attracted a record attendance of 5,136 dedicated casino professionals, a figure which rose to 10,208 when the cross-over attendance from sister show ATEI was included. The number of represented nations rose to 95 with France topping the league table of international buyers followed by USA (second), Netherlands (third) and Germany (fourth).

Exhibitor information is available from Karen Cooke or www.ice-london.co.uk.