The European Bamboo Expo, held on June 2nd and 3rd, 2023, in the Dietrich-Keuning-Haus, Leopoldstraße 50-58, Dortmund, was a resounding success. The expo served as an essential meeting point for professionals, stakeholders, and decision-makers in the bamboo industry in Europe, offering a global perspective. The expo was open to the general public, and it aimed to be Europe's leading exhibition for the bamboo trade.
The Expo provided companies with a unique opportunity to showcase their latest products, technologies, and services in the industry and to establish contacts with potential business partners, customers, and government agencies, thereby promoting growth and innovation in the bamboo industry. Attendees had the chance to learn about the latest trends in the bamboo industry and explore new business opportunities for the European bamboo industry.
The informative and scientific lectures by active experts and universities were a central component of the Expo. Representatives from countries on all continents attended the Expo, providing a platform for international exchange and learning opportunities. Industry leaders presented insightful lectures and panel discussions on various topics, such as the integration of bamboo into carbon markets, investment opportunities, EU regulatory standards for imports and exports, as well as structural requirements for construction and innovative products. The Expo also emphasized the importance of bamboo for the significant reduction of CO2 in the climate context and its contribution to environmental protection in various areas.
The Expo was rounded off by exciting examples of sustainable architecture with the fast-growing grass. Visitors had the opportunity to get in touch with international representatives of the bamboo industry, exchange knowledge, and learn from each other. In parallel workshops, interested parties could acquire knowledge and skills in the processing and application of bamboo.
Due to the success of the European Bamboo Expo 2023, planning for the Expo in 2024 is already in progress. The Expo promises to be an even more significant event for anyone interested in bamboo-related topics, bringing together professionals, stakeholders, and decision-makers from all over the world to promote growth and innovation in the bamboo industry.
Many thanks to our host, Iraklis Kalamenios of weproductions!
See the WBO presentation here.
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