The 2^nd successful edition of CommuniCast Myanmar 2015 combined and co-located for the first-time ever with The International Myanmar ICT Exhibition 2015 taking place from 17^th to 19^th November at Myanmar Event Park (MEP), in downtown Yangon. The combined events provided a much needed international professional platform for Myanmar’s fast emerging and rapidly developing ICT and telecommunications industries.

The shows were opened by a large VVIP delegation including; H. E. U Nyan Tun U, Minister of Science & Technology, U Soe Thein, Acting Director General, Posts and Telecommunications Department, Ministry of Communication & Information Technology, U Khun Oo, President, Myanmar Computer Federation (MCF), U Min Zeyar Hlaing, President, Myanmar Computer Industry Association (MCIA), U Ye Yint Win, President, Myanmar Computer Professional Association (MCPA), U Thein Oo, Patron, Myanmar Computer Federation (MCF) and U Win Aung, President of The Union of Myanmar Federation of Chamber of Commerce (UMFCCI).

“We welcome the opportunities that such a link up offers our members as Myanmar’s ICT industry expands its horizons. Our country is changing and information about ICT development is essential for us to drive forward during this transition period. These exhibitions allow the international community to get to know the private companies and public organisations that are operating in the local market and develop good business together. This event attracts leading businesses from the global ICT market and opens-up Myanmar to new investment horizons.”Said U Khun Oo, President, Myanmar Computer Federation.

CommuniCast Myanmar 2015 & The International Myanmar ICT Exhibitions2015presented 138 exhibitors from 24 countriesincluding 5 international pavilions from Singapore x 2, India, Ontario (Canada) and Thailand and staged leading industry events including the 2^nd successful Myanmar Satellite Forum 2015and the ICT Forum Live!, and added the Myanmar Software Start-Up showcase too.

In terms of trade visitors, CommuniCast Myanmar 2015 & The International Myanmar ICT Exhibitions 2015 delivered 2,511 quality trade buyers from 24 countries. Showing a 20% increase from the previous year and with exhibitors giving excellent feedback onsite including;

“We had a great show and found it very interesting because we met many different divisions and areas of business related to telecoms at the show. We met a lot of new contacts, new industry players and info for what’s coming-up next. This is a very informative place where everybody meets.” Chandramohan, General Manager – Myanmar, LeBlanc, Malaysia

“This is a very good show and Myanmar has a lot more room to grow. This is the second time we participate and feedback this year is better than last year. We met many of Myanmar’s key operators at the show and we’ll come back again next year.” Tong Chee Siong, Head Satellite and Communications, O’Connor’s Singapore Pte Ltd, Singapore

“Myanmar is a growing market and now is the right time for new comers to promote their products. This is the best exhibition for the industry in Myanmar where we can meet many potential buyers and partners too.” Natthaphat Nimsritrakul, Assistant Manager, Siam Research (Thailand) Co., Ltd., Thailand

“It’s a very exciting time in Myanmar now with lots of opportunities for companies in this industry. I think the new government will support the industry well. This exhibition is very effective, focused on B2B and we have got very good leads from participating.” Nyein Chan Soe Win, Managing Director, 2C2P (Myanmar) Co., Ltd., Myanmar

“This is the 2^nd time we join the show and this year we see more improvement than last year. We have more partners than last year too. Here we can also meet the key operators and many subcontractors. All of them are our company target.” Nakarin Siri, International Sales Engineer, Innova Telecommunication Co., Ltd., Thailand

“We’re here for the show because we see there is an opportunity in Myanmar. The show has progressed compared with last year, and we also have more good leads compared with the last year. More than 50% are related for our field. We see that we have more room to move and more opportunities here. We have booked our space for next year already.” Richard Tan, Director, Emerges-Lite Pte Ltd., Singapore

CommuniCast Myanmar 2015 & The International Myanmar ICT Exhibitions2015are supported by the Ministry of Information, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Myanmar Computer Federation (MCF), Myanmar Computer Industry Association (MCIA), Myanmar Computer Professional Association (MCPA) and Software ParkThailand.

CommuniCast Myanmar 2016 & The International Myanmar ICT Exhibitions 2016will return 15^th to 17^th November 2016, taking place at Myanmar Event Park (MEP), Yangon. Demand for space is very strong, many exhibitors have already confirmed to return and many new enquiries were received onsite during the show. Please contact the organisers for more information or to book your location. We look forward to working with you.

For Sales Enquiries please contact your nearest office:

Bangkok Yangon

Ms. Arayabhorn Sukpornchaikul (Apple) Mr. Fraser Hawkes

BangkokExhibition Services (BES) Ltd Allworld Exhibitions

Tel. +66 (0)2615 1255 Tel. +95 (0)1512 887 Ext 503

Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Singapore London

Ms. Carolyn Lee Mr. Rupert Owen

International Expo Management (IEM) Pte Ltd Overseas Exhibition Services (OES) Ltd

Tel. +65 6223 6777 Tel. +44 (0)20 7840 2121

Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

For Press Enquiries please contact:

Ms. Wantita Porntanawong (Bow), PR Executive, BangkokExhibition Services (BES) Ltd,

Tel. +662 615-1255 ext. 123, email [email protected]

For more information please visit the show websites:

Website: www.communicastmyanmar.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/communicastmyanmar