Four-day trade show kicks off

Sep 30, 2011 News

– Suriname contingent boasts 20 exhibitors

As has been the case since its inception in 1995, and its becoming an annual event in 2004, hundreds converged on the Sophia Exhibition Site as GuyExpo was officially declared open by President Bharrat Jagdeo last evening. This year the country’s biggest trade event is being held under the theme “Enhancing growth through competitiveness”.
Despite the late start, the programme got underway with a universal prayer.
The task of Master of Ceremonies was performed by Derrick Cummings, Co-Chairman of the GuyExpo Planning Committee and Secretariat.
Even as the opening ceremony was in progress, finishing touches were still being done to booths and the grand welcoming sign at the entrance to the exhibition site.
Among those attending was Vice President of Suriname Mr. Robert Amerally – who led a contingent of some 20 exhibitors – as well as Presidential Candidate of the People’s Progressive Party Mr. Donald Ramotar. Speakers included Minister Manniram Prashad, along with Co-Chairman of the GuyExpo Planning Committee, Mr. Ramesh Dookhoo.
Also there were still booth owners who were eagerly trying to have their facilities fully ready for the four-day event. But there were some exhibitors that were already showcasing their goods to the curious visitors who were indeed intrigued. Noticeably, the two telecommunication giants in Guyana, Digicel and the Guyana Telephone and Telegraph Company, were up and fully running. The same could be said about the Banks (DIH) Village.
Other booths which were fully geared up included arts and craft, furniture giants Courts, Comfort Sleep, the Forestry Commissiona and Ministry of Housing among others. There were exhibitors from Canada, Trinidad and Tobago, Brazil, United States, England, Barbados, Dominica Republic, Indian, Venezeula, Jamaica and China.
In addition there appeared to be a heightened security presence at this year’s event as compared to past years. After a few speeches the gathering, some of whom were seated while others stood as there was limited seating, was entertained with a cultural presentation; a dance called “Different but one” which was nicely put together by the Classique Dance Company and the Apsara Dance Group. Then it was back to speeches which held the attention of some as other took the opportunity to get a glimpse of what the next three nights will have in store.
Having gone through a near-45 minute long programme, the event was officially declared open, which was followed by a fireworks display and the ceremonial cutting of the ribbon, an activity which was witnessed by President Jagdeo, Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, several Government Ministers and other special invitees. The head of state then took a tour around the main auditorium. Back on the stage there was the first event which was a fashion show which showcased creations by local designers.
Compared to other GuyExpo openings, this year’s was not a particularly big turnout, but many exhibitors speculated that the event will attract the large crowds over the weekend. Many say they will be looking forward to the opportunities it will present for them.
GuyExpo will run until Sunday, October 2, at the Sophia Exhibition Site, with a cover charge of $500. Among its major sponsors are Digicel, Guyana Telephone &Telegraph Company (GT&T), Banks DIH, Ansa McAl and Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL).

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