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Keeping your lamp alight . . .
As we move into the second quarter of
2009, we are hearing more and more
stories of companies crumbling under
the current economic crisis. However,
there is some positive news from
Moscow and beyond. Tube Russia
2009 exhibition (Moscow, 12-15 May)
will take place for the 7th time this
year and we are pleased to report the
show has completely sold out in terms
of exhibitor space booked. This very
encouraging sign proves the resilience of companies within
this industry despite the global recession. Our Tube Russia
show section in this issue shows the extent of international
exhibitor participation at this year’s event.
Looking ahead to the July 2009 issue, TPi will be reporting
on the latest components available within the very popular
Fittings, Flanges & Connectors (metal and plastic) sector,
and we will also be looking at new equipment designed for
‘Materials Handling’ of tube and pipe. If your company is
involved in either of these areas then please send in editorial
and pictures for inclusion. This service is free of charge and
more information about submitting editorial is available on
our website:
Also in the July edition we shall be previewing Tube
Southeast Asia 2009 exhibition (Bangkok, 13-15 October).
This issue will be freely available to visitors at the show from
our stand, so if you wish your company to be promoted in
the magazine, please contact us for advertising space in the
July issue before the closing date of 3 June 2009.
With two such well-subscribed exhibitions coming up in
Eastern Europe and the Far East this year, it’s clear those
exhibiting recognise that “To keep a lamp burning, we have
to keep putting oil in it” (George MacDonald). It is vital to
keep promoting your company to your customers – and to
keep your lamp alight. Whilst we all try to remain optimistic
and hopeful for the early return of profitable business times,
it is important to remember that motivation, like hope, is a
conscious choice rather than just a random feeling.
Stay encouraged, stay positive, stay motivated.
Stay in business.
Paul Hogg
Editor
2009
May
12-15
Tube Russia 2009
International Exhibition
June
17-19
Tubes & Fittings Ukraine
International Exhibition
June
23-26
10th China (Guangzhou)
Int’l Tube & Pipe Industry
Exhibition
October
5-10
EMO Milano 2009
International Exhibition
October
6-8
Tubotech 2009
International Exhibition
October
13-15
Tube Southeast Asia 2009
International Exhibition
November
2-3
Pipe & Tube Istanbul 09
ITA Conference
November
15-18
Fabtech 2009
International Exhibition
2010
February
10-12
Tube India 2010
International Exhibition
April
12-16
Tube Düsseldorf 2010
International Exhibition
September
(TBA)
Tube China 2010
International Exhibition
For further information on any of the above events
please contact INTRAS Limited UK office
(address and contact details on page 4)
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