The Indian Association of Amusement Parks and Industries (IAAPI) is set to launch its 21st edition of IAAPI Amusement Expo 2023, the biggest and premier exhibition for the amusement, leisure, entertainment, and allied sectors in India. The event will take place from the 1st to 3rd of March 2023 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai and is supported by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India and Uttar Pradesh Tourism & Madhya Pradesh Tourism as the prestigious partner states.
In an exclusive interview with Rajeev Jalnapurkar, Chairman of IAAPI, Nirmalsinh Rana, Chairman of IAAPI Trade Show & Yogesh Dange, Vice Chairman of IAAPI Trade Show, we delve into the significance of IAAPI Amusement Expo 2023 and what it has to offer for industry professionals.
Q: What makes IAAPI Amusement Expo 2023 a must-attend event for professionals in the amusement, leisure, and entertainment sectors?
A: IAAPI Amusement Expo 2023 is an exclusive platform for leading Indian and international companies and brands to showcase their latest products, services, offerings, and technologies to communities within the industry. The three-day exhibition will attract trade professionals comprising of decision makers from Amusement & Theme Park, Water Park, and Indoor Amusement Centre operators, Architects, Resorts & Hotel Chains, Government Officials, Real Estate & Mall Developers, Municipal and Local Authorities, Consultants, Museums, and Science Centres, Historic/Tourism Attractions. The event provides a comprehensive range of products and services offered by the industry under one roof, giving attendees an opportunity to interact with end-users.
Q: What can attendees expect from IAAPI Amusement Expo 2023?
A: Apart from business transactions, IAAPI Amusement Expo 2023 also provides exposure to international trends through its numerous foreign participants and serves as a knowledge hub for members within the industry. Leaders and stalwarts of the industry will share their learning, innovative ideas, schemes, and experiences that may help those aspiring to get into the industry. The exhibition will also be hosting the National Amusement Awards for Excellence 2023 to acknowledge and honour individuals and organizations that have left a mark in the amusement, leisure, and entertainment industry of India.
Q: Can you provide some statistical data about the amusement industry globally and in India?
A: The global amusement park industry was valued at USD 43.2 billion in 2020 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2021 to 2028. In India, the amusement park industry is in its nascent stage, but it has huge growth potential with the increasing disposable income of the middle class and the rise in tourism. According to a report by the Ministry of Tourism, India, the tourism industry in India generated 9.3% of the country's GDP and provided employment to 41.3 million people in 2018.
IAAPI, Indian Association of Amusement Parks & Industries, represents location-based entertainment facilities, including amusement and theme parks, snow parks, indoor amusement centres, arcades, museums, water parks, aquariums, science centres, zoos, bowling alleys, and resorts. It also represents industry equipment manufacturers, distributors, operators, industry suppliers, and service providers.
In conclusion, IAAPI Amusement Expo 2023 is a must-attend event for professionals in the amusement, leisure, and entertainment sectors. It provides a platform for showcasing the latest products and services, exposure to international trends, and opportunities for networking and business transactions. The exhibition serves as a knowledge hub for members within the industry, providing a platform for sharing and learning new ideas.
Register Now:https://iaapi.org/expo
Dates: 1 to 3 March 2023
Venue: Hall 2, Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon East, Mumbai – India