International Confex, according to on-site research and visitor feedback, has once again delivered a quality visitor experience with almost three-quarters of the audience claiming the show had either met or exceeded their expectations. The credibility of this research is confirmed by the calibre of the visitors, with over half the respondents having worked for more than five years in the industry.

The remaining respondents claim it is too early to say, but the research does go on to confirm that more than 79 per cent expect to make a purchase within the next six months as a direct result of attending the show.

This independent research, conducted on-site by CTS, shows a return to form for the industry with over 44 per cent of organisers expecting budget increases over the next 12 months (only three per cent predict a decrease) and 79 per cent confirming that the number of events they organise is on the increase.

Exhibitors are also delighted with the success of the show: the initial reaction from Hamish Reid, general manager of the Jersey Conference Bureau is that Confex 2005 "has been our best show in 21 years".

Clive Tyres, head of conferences & exhibitions, Bournemouth International Centre, the winner of the best stand in show award, comments that "Confex 2005 was a great success for us, the quality of visitor to the Bournemouth stand on the Wednesday and particularly the Thursday, was very high. Confex once again proved a valuable springboard to new business. Winning the Best Stand award was an unexpected, but superb bonus!"

Event director Jessica Blue said "Our focus on new products, services and knowledge, a key trend in last year's visitor research were all important factors in the success of this years show. With over 72 percent of the audience visiting the show for new ideas and 46 percent researching suppliers, new initiatives like the New Products Showcase and expanded Advice Centre were invaluable visitor tools."

International Confex will only release audited visitor attendance figures - these will be released in 3 - 4 weeks time.

International Confex 2006 will run from 21st - 23rd February 2006, at Earls Court 1, London, England.