Press releases

Nov 17, 2020

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR IMPORTANT HYPERMOBILITY CONFERENCE

The South African motor industry is an important player in the local economy with extensive plans for major investments into the future. Not only will it be one of the key industries under discussion at the upcoming South African Investor Conference, but the way forward for the industry will also be under the spotlight at the Hypermobility 2020 Conference on Wednesday 18 November.

Nov 5, 2020

UNCERTAIN TIMES INCREASING IMPORTANCE OF HYPERMOBILITY CONFERENCE

The uncertainty in the global business world caused by COVID-19 does not seem to be easing with many countries in Europe facing renewed lockdowns as the second wave of the virus rocks economies. All these developments have direct and indirect effects on South Africa’s economy, which is already in a crisis.

Oct 29, 2020

SPECIALIST WORKSHOPS FORM PART OF 2020 HYPERMOBILITY CONFERENCE

Three streams of specialist workshops will make up the afternoon programme at the Hypermobility 2020 virtual conference which takes place on Wednesday, November 18, following a plenary session in the morning which will consist of keynote speakers and three panel discussions.

Oct 22, 2020

CONFERENCE AIMS TO TACKLE HOST OF BURNING QUESTIONS FOR SA AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY

The global automotive industry, of which South Africa is an integral part as a manufacturing and distribution base, is going through a challenging period due to the crippling effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and as it wrestles with the biggest technological changes in history. The industry was already facing a persistent decline in new vehicle sales in the country pre COVID-19 and was engaging with its social partners to find innovative solutions to stimulate demand for new vehicles in the country.

Oct 16, 2020

SPECIALISED EXHIBITIONS & JOHANNESBURG EXPO CENTRE

Live expo to demonstrate best practice and safety protocols; restart the exhibitions and events industry

Oct 12, 2020

allfashion sourcing virtual edition goes live

allfashion sourcing, the business oriented marketplace for the textile, fashion and leather industry, originally due to take place in Cape Town in October 2020, is now open for registration on a newly tried and tested virtual platform. Around 180 exhibitors are expected for the expo – that combines African creativity, design and manufacturing with international sourcing options. The virtual exhibition and fringe programme will take place from Tuesday 3 November to Thursday 5 November 2020.

Oct 12, 2020

Current market conditions and the impact of COVID-19 on the insurance industry

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought on many questions and concerns within the Aviation Insurance industry. On the 7th October 2020 the DJA Aviation team hosted a webinar with the help of AERO South Africa, to look at the impact of this global pandemic on the General Aviation Industry and specifically Aviation Insurance.

Oct 6, 2020

Redefining the solar power market in Africa

Solar power capacity and energy generation has seen a rapid increase over the last decade, becoming the fastest growing source of renewable energy in the world. Thanks to technological advances, a sharp decline in costs, improved policies and growing concerns over climate change, renewable energy has been placed front and center on both the public and private agendas.

Oct 5, 2020

HYPERMOBILITY CONFERENCE COMING TO SA IN NOVEMBER

Messe Frankfurt South Africa is partnering with the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of SA (naamsa) to probe the way forward for the local and global motor industry in a fully virtual engagement session on Wednesday, 18 November 2020. This ground-breaking event will be staged in association with AutoTrader under the banner of HyperMobility with the theme for the initial event being: “Navigating the turbulence together towards mobility 4.0.”

Aug 25, 2020

Messe Frankfurt South Africa acquires Hobby-X

Messe Frankfurt South Africa, a subsidiary of one of the world’s leading trade fair organisers, is proud to announce the acquisition of Hobby-X, the premier event for the hobby, arts and crafts supplies sectors in South Africa.

Aug 20, 2020

Festival of Motoring 2021, new dates set! Jump in...

The Festival of Motoring presented by WesBank will return to the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from 25 – 29 August 2021.

Aug 18, 2020

Messe Frankfurt South Africa introduces a virtual trade show for its 2020 edition of allfashion sourcing Cape Town

In March 2020, Messe Frankfurt South Africa had announced the re-branding of ATF Expo and Source Africa to allfashion sourcing Cape Town, the premier sourcing event for Apparel, Textiles, Footwear, Leather & Lifestyle. The event was scheduled to take place from 13-15 October 2020 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.

Aug 17, 2020

AERO South Africa Virtual Marketplace takes flight

Messe Frankfurt South Africa, organisers of Africa’s largest General Aviation trade show, AERO South Africa, is extremely excited to announce the launch of an all new Virtual Marketplace. The online platform is scheduled to launch later this month and will be the premier online business-to-business platform for the General Aviation sector.

Jun 30, 2020

Solar Power Africa Trade Show and Conference postponed to November 2021

The inaugural Solar Power Africa event was scheduled to take place from 4-6 November 2020. Aimed at the renewable energy market, the event is presented in partnership with Solar Power International (SPI) and SNEC, Two of the largest solar power and related industry shows in the world.

May 26, 2020

Festival of Motoring Johannesburg postponed to 2021

Messe Frankfurt South Africa has made the decision to postpone the Festival of Motoring to August 2021. The Festival of Motoring presented by WesBank is the largest automotive show on the African continent and the only national industry supported event endorsed by the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA).

Apr 2, 2020

AERO South Africa: Postponement to 2021 due to impact of COVID-19

In light of the current situation pertaining to the increased spread of the Coronavirus in South Africa and following the South African Government’s announcement of a national state of disaster, Messe Frankfurt has taken the decision to postpone the AERO South Africa conference and exhibition to 2021.

Mar 20, 2020

allfashion sourcing Cape Town: Re-branding ATF Expo and Source Africa, allfashion sourcing Cape Town and China Premium Tex postponed to 13-15 October 2020

Messe Frankfurt South Africa is excited to announce the re-branding of ATF Expo and Source Africa in 2020 to allfashion sourcing Cape Town, the premier sourcing event for Apparel, Textiles, Footwear, Leather & Lifestyle. The official launch of the new name is planned to be held in Cape Town at a future date yet to be determined.

Mar 16, 2020

Statement regarding COVID-19 Pandemic, relating to Messe Frankfurt SA 2020 Events

Messe Frankfurt SA is currently monitoring the rapidly evolving situation, with regards to the COVID-19 Pandemic. As ot the 14th March 2020, 61 cases have been identified in SA with no reported deaths. The Department of Health and the NICD (National Institute for Communicable Diseases) have put stringent measures in place to identify and contain the virus. For more information, please visit the South African Deparment of Health’s website at www.health.gov.za, where you will find more detailed information on the current status of the virus in SA, the containment measures that have been put in place by the SA government as well as other information.

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