Vinexpo to launch new trade show in Paris

International conference operator Vinexpo is launching a new trade show in Paris for the global wine industry.

Vinexpo hosts trade shows for the global wine industry in Europe, Asia and the US.

Vinexpo, an international events brand which hosts conferences in New York, Hong Kong and Bordeaux, will launch Vinexpo Paris in January 2020 as part of the group’s ongoing expansion strategy.

“For over thirty years, the Vinexpo brand has raised the profile of the wine and spirits sector,” said Vinexpo president Christophe Navarre.

“It’s the start of a new era for Vinexpo, and I’m convinced that the strategic decisions being made today will fly the flag for the industry.”

Execs claim that running the event in January will position Vinexpo Paris as one of the first wine trade shows on the industry calendar, maximising sales potential.

An exhibition at the start of the year means professionals can plan ahead and schedule purchasing,” said Guillaume Deglise, Vinexpo CEO. “This event will strengthen our brand as a strategic partner in the wine and spirits sector”.

Vinexpo Bordeaux, meanwhile, has been brought forward and is scheduled to take place 13-16 May at the Bordeaux Exhibition Centre, which is gradually being renovated, in addition to business initiatives introduced at the last two shows.

After its success in Asia and the launch of Vinexpo New York, scheduled for March 2018, Vinexpo Paris will target buyers from across the world and especially Europe which still consumes over 60% of the world’s wine.

The event also aims to become an active platform to the spirits industry.