During a working meeting between the management of the national company «QazExpoCongress» and President and CEO Wolfgang Marzin, as well as Managing Director of Messe Frankfurt Stefan Burma, a memorandum of cooperation was signed. This agreement aims to expand the market of the exhibition industry in Kazakhstan. Both parties have reached an understanding regarding the establishment of a Messe Frankfurt representative office within the EXPO business center’s premises in Astana.
The collaboration between the parties in the field of exhibition activities presents new opportunities for executing joint economic and social projects. Concurrently, the infrastructure within the business center’s premises enables the organization of congress and exhibition events, including forums, conferences, round tables, business meetings, fairs, presentations, etc., of diverse levels and formats. To facilitate this, QazExpoCongress has access to facilities such as the Congress Center and the EXPO International Exhibition Center.
“Unique opportunities have been established within the EXPO business center for realizing innovative ideas and executing the most ambitious projects. Presently, this area of business, intellectual, and creative activity significantly contributes to the advancement of the economy, science, education, culture, and new technologies. Collaborative initiatives and leveraging Messe Frankfurt’s expertise will provide fresh momentum for organizing large-scale international events in Kazakhstan,” stated Allen Chaizhunusov, Chairman of the Management Board of JSC NC QazExpoCongress.
Additionally, the EXPO IEC is certified by the World Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI), hosting both national and international exhibitions.
The Messe Frankfurt Group of Companies is recognized as the world’s largest organizer of exhibitions, congresses, and events. It operates its own exhibition complex in Frankfurt am Main and has 28 branches worldwide. Annually, Messe Frankfurt hosts over 100 international exhibitions spanning diverse industries, ranging from automotive and logistics to textiles, music, energy efficiency, and safety. The company has a legacy of about 800 years in the international exhibition business, both in Frankfurt am Main and globally.
