EIBTM technology showcase attracts record number of entries

An impressive 46 companies from 12 countries have put forward entries for the European Incentive, Business Travel and Meetings (EIBTM) exhibition’s innovation showcase WorldWide Technology Watch.

Entries have been received by companies based in USA, UK, Russia, Canada, Germany, France, Switzerland, Spain, Australia, Belgium, Netherlands and Syria. Entrants will be judged on three criteria: innovation, completeness of product and impact to the meetings industry.

“This year’s group of submissions represents a diverse range of innovations in meetings technology, covering site selection/sourcing, social networking for events, group travel management, virtual meetings, and mobile technologies,” said chair of judges Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball Associates.

“The EIBTM WorldWide Technology Watch has, over recent years, brought to the industry’s attention some of the most exciting new and innovative technological developments, including past winners Spotme and MeetingMetrics. This year will be no exception.”

The winner will receive a free stand at EIBTM 2009’s MPI Technology Village, and the opportunity to present their product at the event.

EIBTM takes place from 1-3 December in Barcelona.

For more information, visit www.eibtm.com