CommunicAsia '99: Asia's Largest IT Trade Show Delivers

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CommunicAsia '99, the largest IT trade show in Asia, kicked off in Singapore this week, showcasing a vast array of cutting-edge communications technologies to nearly 27,000 industry executives. The exhibition features 900 participating companies from 40 countries, including industry giants like Lucent Technologies, Cisco, and Alcatel, alongside small start-ups like InMotion Technologies. The event offers a wide range of products and solutions, from mobile phones and electronic pens to satellite communications systems and IP networks.

Key Takeaways:

  • CommunicAsia '99 is the largest IT trade show in Asia, featuring 900 participating companies from 40 countries.
  • The event showcases a wide range of communications technologies, including mobile phones, electronic pens, satellite communications systems, and IP networks.
  • Industry giants like Lucent Technologies, Cisco, and Alcatel are participating alongside small start-ups like InMotion Technologies.
  • The exhibition is expected to attract at least 27,000 industry executives.
  • The event features three conferences: MobileCommAsia99, the Internet Business Summit, and the Asia Pacific Satellite Communications Summit.
  • The exhibitions and conferences run through the Friday at the Singapore Expo.

Statistics:

  • 900 participating companies from 40 countries.
  • 27,000 industry executives expected to attend the exhibition.
  • Three conferences: MobileCommAsia99, the Internet Business Summit, and the Asia Pacific Satellite Communications Summit.
  • Three days of exhibition and conferences: June 22-25.

Sources:

  • IT Daily, "CommunicAsia '99 Kicks Off in Singapore" (http://www.itdaily.com)
  • Newsbytes.com, "CommunicAsia '99 Opens in Singapore" (http://www.newsbytes.com)