Thursday Oct 28, 2004

London - October 2004 - ExCeL London is delighted to announce that from 2006, the London Book Fair will be moving its home to ExCeL London . Reed Exhibitions see the move to ExCeL London , an internationally recognised world-class environment as crucial in the further development of the event.

Commenting on the move to ExCeL London , Alistair Burtenshaw, Exhibition Director of London Book Fair said: "After a successful partnership with Olympia Exhibition Centre, a new venue was needed to accommodate a greater need for space, but also for better facilities, catering, parking and simpler exhibitor build-up and break-down. A venue of world-class standard, ExCeL London offers a first class business infrastructure including a unique campus of on-site hotels and restaurants in London's Docklands. The £250 million international venue is the newest, largest and most versatile exhibition space in London with advanced conference, seminar and event facilities that will enhance the exhibitor and visitor experience for all."

The London Book Fair has grown rapidly over the last 10 years to become the leading Spring Forum for the Global Publishing community. With an international presence from 111 countries that proves the London Book Fair has come of age, this success means there is an even greater need to improve the visitor and exhibitor experience and to provide an environment that is in keeping with a world class event.

ExCeL London's Deputy Chief Executive, Kevin Murphy, said about the announcement: "We are absolutely delighted to welcome the London Book Fair to ExCeL London . We currently have eight out of the top 10 trade shows here and the London Book Fair is a fantastic addition. We are looking forward to again working with Reed to ensure that their show is a huge success here at ExCeL London . London City Airport and its links to nine of the top 10 European destinations will ensure continued and increased European penetration for the London Book Fair and by 2006 the new DLR link will be open, ensuring a 5 minute travel time."