ITMA ASIA + CITME 2020 was planned to be held between 15 to 19 October 2020. However, due to the COVID19 epidemic, which has become a global issue, it was postponed to 12-16 June 2021. The fair will take place at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Center. Event organizers reported that postponement was inevitable because of the coronavirus outbreak as it has not been controlled yet.
Health Reasons have Taken Into Evaluation
Mr Fritz P. Mayer, President of CEMATEX, said: “We seek your understanding as this decision has been made with the safety and health concerns of our participants and partners in mind. The global economy has been severely affected by the pandemic. On a positive note, the International Monetary Fund has predicted that there would be global economic growth at 5.8 per cent next year. Hence, it is more prudent to look at a date around midst of next year.”
“Exhibitors are Profoundly Affected due to Changes”
Added Mr Wang Shutian, Honorary President of China Textile Machinery Association (CTMA), “The outbreak of the coronavirus has caused a severe impact on global economy, and also affected the manufacturing sector. Our exhibitors, especially those from other parts of the world, are deeply affected by the lockdowns. Therefore, we believe that the combined show with the new exhibition dates would be timely when the global economy is predicted to improve. We would like to thank the exhibitors who have applied for space for their strong vote of confidence in the combined show.”
The last ITMA ASIA + CITME combined show in 2018 welcomed the participation of 1,733 exhibitors from 28 countries and economies and registered visitors of over 100,000 from 116 countries and regions.
