EuroWire September 2017

The whole wire and cable industry seems to be on the move, with three exhibitions and conferences taking part around the globe towards the end of 2017. Our sister magazine, Wire & Cable ASIA , will host coverage of this year’s wire Southeast Asia, being staged in Bangkok, from 19 th to 21 st September. This issue of EuroWire concentrates on the two October fairs, enticing the industry to both South and North America. Firstly, it is the turn of wire South America to make its biennial appearance, with exhibitors and visitors alike converging on the São Paulo Expo Exhibition & Convention Center in Brazil from 3 rd to 5 th October. Experts believe that Brazil will emerge from recession this year and, being rich in resources, it has enormous potential for investment in the wire and cable industries. Products from the sector are of major importance for Brazil’s industry in general, particularly in view of planned investments in the construction and automotive sectors, and renewable energies. Our coverage starts on page 58. Just days later – from 8 th to 11 th October – the sector turns its attention northwards to the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, USA, for the 66 th annual IWCS. The latest technologies will be presented in a symposium format during the three-day show, with professional development courses and tutorials. As part of this, there will be expanded sessions on connectivity within the industry. Running alongside the symposium will be the suppliers exhibition, The Americas call – both South and North

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