Bobbin World Scheduled for Spring 2004 in Miami Beach

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2002--Bobbin World, the preeminent international exposition and conference for the apparel and sewn products industries, announced today plans to stage the event in Spring 2004 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.



Bobbin World is the single most important event for apparel and sewn products executives in the Americas markets. Significantly, Bobbin World's staging will continue to rotate with the industry's two other international triennial events - JIAM in Japan and IMB in Germany. Bobbin World also is sponsored and supported by Bobbin magazine, the leading business and technology authority for 43 years.



"We are exceptionally pleased to announce Bobbin World," said Art Ellis, Group Vice President, Retail Design and Apparel Group, VNU Expositions. "Together with Bobbin magazine, we are able to present cutting edge product innovations, enhancements and services at the show. With this alignment, we're in the best position to present solutions for the entire supply chain - from product development to the retail floor."



Bobbin World is the single leading resource for the most complete, comprehensive look at the latest technology, information systems, equipment and supplies, findings, fabrics and services.



Manufacturers, brand marketers, designers, vertical retailers, private label developers and contractors also will benefit from a major sourcing component, networking events, an extensive conference and other solutions for business success at Bobbin World.



The Bobbin World 2004 conference will offer practical solutions and expert advice on new technologies and information systems, product development and design, sourcing distribution and retailing and other key industry issues that are affecting an increasingly competitive and global sewn products marketplace.



"Staging the most comprehensive, beneficial event for the industry is our top priority," said Ellis, "Our partnership with Bobbin magazine, combined with an expanding exposition, educational conference and networking opportunities, has enabled us to anticipate a hugely successful event."



For more information about exhibiting at Bobbin World, contact: Marilyn Singleton, VNU Expositions, 770 291 5417. For other inquiries, contact www.bobbinworld.com



About VNU Expositions



Bobbin World is produced by VNU Expositions which stages more than 50 conferences and trade shows annually for professionals in fields ranging from presentations and training to travel, design and retail merchandising. VNU Expositions reach over thousands of industry leaders each year in collaborative environments designed to inspire, inform and entertain.

About VNU Business Media

VNU Expo is a division of VNU Business Media which maintains a leading position in the business to business arena by providing clients with innovative and actionable business intelligence, products, and tools via a wide range of delivery channels and methodologies including business-to-business publications, trade shows, electronic applications, database marketing tools, and media intelligence.

Contact:

VNU Expositions

Art Ellis, 770/291-5422