PALM witnessed a jump from 75 exhibitors in 2010 to 117 Exhibitors in 2011 - an increase of 56% from last year; 15,959 total attendees in 2011, to the PALM + Integrate and Musician Expo; 8,424 visitors to the PALM+ Integrate - an increase of 30% from last year.
This year the Expo witnessed a restructured floor plan with the Musician Expo given its due importance and identity in a separate hall. The Musician Expo was well represented with booths of several new players in this segment.
Another accomplishment that was lauded by the exhibitors and visitors was the further control of noise levels with line arrays not allowed to play at high volumes in the PALM Expo Hall. Arrangements were made by the organizers for an Open Air Line Array Demo feature located in the expo grounds, which was a major success.
Among other new features at the PALM Expo was the International Lounge for the Overseas Visitors to sit and relax.
The PALM Performance Arena featured a three day programme of sponsored internationally renowned artists, and new award winning talent, performers utilising the latest in stage sound and lighting and staging gear and technology.
The Conference and Seminar Sessions which have run parallel every year were well attended. Ten speakers from leading international brands presented papers on the latest products launched, the trends in technology and product specific applications.
The Integrate Expo segment at the PALM Expo was well supported with leading brands showcasing the latest in ProAV, visual display technology, video projectors, integration design and installation services.
(Jim Evans)
