'2020 International Maritime and Safety Expo' in Songdo, Incheon from 11th to 13th... Held Both On-site and Online

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyesook] The only marine-specialized exhibition in the Seoul metropolitan area, the "2020 International Marine & Safety Expo," will be held from the 11th to the 13th at Songdo Convensia in Incheon.

Now in its 5th edition, the exhibition received certification from the International Federation of Exhibitions and Events (UFI) last year and was selected as a promising exhibition by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy this year, making it the representative domestic marine safety exhibition. It is jointly hosted by the Korea Coast Guard and Incheon City.

This year's event was originally scheduled for June but was postponed to this month due to the continued spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19). Although the scale of this exhibition has been reduced compared to previous years due to concerns about COVID-19 infection, it will be operated simultaneously as a non-face-to-face online exhibition.

More than 90 companies, including KT SAT and STX Engine, are expected to participate, with exhibition halls featuring navigation and communication equipment such as coastal surveillance radars and maritime satellite antennas, as well as special equipment and shipbuilding sections.

The non-face-to-face online exhibition will be available from the opening day through the end of the year, allowing visitors to check participating companies and key products on the website.

Additionally, a buyer consultation meeting inviting major domestic public and large corporate buyers such as the Korea Coast Guard, Navy, and large shipyards will be expanded compared to previous years, aiming to contribute to the expansion of domestic demand and the development of alternative sales channels for small and medium-sized enterprises struggling due to COVID-19.

During the event, various academic conferences such as the "Next-Generation Warship Development Conference" and the "Komarine Conference" will also be held.

A Korea Coast Guard official stated, "Since the event was postponed once due to COVID-19, we will strictly adhere to quarantine rules," adding, "We hope this event will revitalize the stagnant marine, safety, and shipbuilding industries."

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