WORLD – Easyfairs has acquired Tank Storage Forum in a move that deepens its involvement in the build liquid storage market.
The acquisition includes Tank World Expo, which takes place on 13-14 April 2015 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
The development follows the recent acquisition of Tank Storage magazine.
Easyfairs already runs events in key storage hubs and strategic ports, including Abu Dhabi, Antwerp, Singapore, Hamburg and Rotterdam.
“The acquisition of Tank Storage Forum, and Tank World Expo, is an exciting and strategically important step not just for Artexis Easyfairs but for the industry, too,” said Matt Benyon (pictured), managing director, Easyfairs UK & Global.
“The tank storage sector is developing at such a rapid rate and we want to ensure that we stay at the very forefront of it. The Easyfairs vision is to serve the tank storage community globally and provide a 360 degree reference source for the market. That means offering a world class event in all of the major locations where the industry needs to congregate. This latest addition illustrates our genuine commitment to do just that.”
Commenting on the sale to Easyfairs, Alex Williamson, MD at Tank Storage Forum, said: “With their sector expertise and global network of tank storage exhibitions and contacts, Easyfairs are ideally placed to meet the needs of our clients in the region and to accelerate the growth and development of the show.
“The Middle East is one of the most exciting and vibrant regions for the tank storage industry, with continued large scale investments, so it’s an exciting time for the industry. We look forward to the continued growth and success of Tank World Expo under Easyfairs’ leadership.”
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