lunch! 2012 already over 90% sold out

 

The UK’s trade show for the out of home food and drink industry lunch! has begun celebrating its 5th anniversary early, following an announcement that 91% of its total exhibition space for 2012 is now sold

 

The news from organiser Diversified Business Communications UK comes just 17 weeks since the 2011 event took place, with stand space for lunch!’s new venue – the Business Design Centre, Islington, London – reported to be selling an estimated 183% faster than the previous year.

 

Unparalleled demand for exhibition space has been a continuing trend throughout lunch!’s rise to industry prominence and record-breaking success. Launched in 2008, last year’s lunch! enjoyed a 41% increase in total attendance, including a 87% rise in international visitors, plus 42% more exhibitors compared to 2010.  The show also secured a prestigious best UK trade show award from the Association of Event Organisers (AEO) in 2011 for the second consecutive year.

 

Taking place on Thursday 20th and Friday 21st September 2012, the event will now use all available venue space across three floors to accommodate over 220 exhibitors showcasing products, packaging, equipment and technologies from across the out of home food and drink sector. Confirmed exhibitors to date include a host of returning industry names.