Global Gaming Expo (G2E) Asia 2017 is on track for to set all-time records this year, with over 12,000 visitors, including 1,000 top international buyers from 90 countries and regions.
Nearly one-third of the 180 exhibitors participating for the first time; and an anticipated 70+ companies will be demonstrating innovative online gaming solutions – 45 percent of which are new to the expo.
"Our goal is to create the most comprehensive experience possible with conference and in-show features that complement the expo, which truly serves as the marketplace for the Asian gaming industry. With interactive educational and networking opportunities, attendees will receive added benefits and opportunities to learn from colleagues and experts within the fast-growing Asian gaming industry," said Josephine Lee, chief operating officer of Reed Exhibitions Greater China.
New features for innovative gaming products
The Parts & Components Pavilion will highlight the most advanced parts and components in the industry – with participation of 100 R&D engineers, product designers, buyers and technical designers. This group of electronic gaming machine manufacturers helps Asian market operators source unique and innovative parts, components and features that will appeal to the Asian casino gaming customer.
In response to G2E Asia’s visitor requests for easier ways to find new products, this year’s show will debut Product Hot Hits. The Hot Hits chart is generated by compiling the number of exhibitor products whose QR Codes are scanned by visitors, using the G2E Asia app. The top 10 most-scanned products make the “Product Hot Hits” board. With a glance at the boards dotted around the show floor, visitors will get updates at an instant.
Interactive networking opportunities
A first-time networking event called, “Future Technology Leaders’ Get-Together” will convene over 120 technology executives from integrated resorts, gaming suppliers and government to exchange ideas and discuss the application of innovative solutions for better customer engagement.
Following the successful launch of the Gaming Regulatory Luncheon last year, this year’s working lunch with gaming regulators is called “the Gaming Regulatory Briefing and Networking Luncheon.” This program enables gaming regulators to exchange views, share updates and explore opportunities to cooperate in driving the development of Asian gaming.
To cap off each day, G2E Asia will host after-hours networking events. Internationally renowned DJs will perform, while attendees socialize and extend their networking opportunities.
G2E Asia also welcomes visitors to G2E Asia 2017 Networking Cocktail Hours at the G2E Asia Bar mid-day on the show floor.
Above all, after a successful debut in 2016, the Asia Gaming Awards make a return to the G2E Asia program in 2017. Produced by Asia Gaming Brief in association with G2E Asia and The Innovation Group, the awards recognize operators, regulators, suppliers and service providers across 12 fields. The Awards will culminate in a celebratory dinner held at the Parisian, Macau on May 16, 2017.
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