International Trade Fair for Architecture and Technology
19 - 21 Nov 2003, Singapore Expo, Singapore

Singapore construction sector to grow by 2004 : BCA (12 January 2003)

The total value of construction contracts awarded in Singapore is S$12 billion in 2003 and is expected to rise in 2004, according to the Building and Construction Authority (BCA). Government spending will continue to underpin the industry, particularly on institutional building construction and infrastructure projects.

Market watchers expect economic prospects in 2004 and beyond to be brighter, with forecasts of stronger growth in the United States. Riding on these expected better economic sentiments, construction prospects in the next two to three years in Singapore are estimated to be between S$13 billion and S$15 billion a year.

The Concept

ISH Light+Building Asia presents the integrated approach to the essential sectors of architecture and technology under one roof:

• Electrical engineering


• Heating


• Home and Building Automation


• Lighting


• Sanitation


• Ventilation and Air-conditioning

Profile of Audience

This concept addresses the needs of specialists – from architects, investors, planners to facility managers involved in the drafting, planning, management and technical operation of large scale properties – for information on and understanding of "intelligent buildings", where many aspects of building automation are integrated and controlled by advance technology.

Messe Munchen International and Messe Frankfurt form indomitable strategic alliance to boost building industry development in Asia

The synergy through co-locating two dynamic events in the region, Baucon Asia and ISH Light+Building Asia, organised by two of the world’s leading trade-fair organisers, will prove the dominant reason for the buyer’s decision in selecting the fair to attend. This collaboration will pave the way for World of Building Asia to be the platform for international manufacturers to reinforce their corporate presence in the region and to forge strategic business alliances with the regional players towards supplying innovative and cost-effective solutions for our customers.

Show Highlights / Fringe Programme

Architecture & Technology Innovation Award - there will be a showcase of the winning entries awarded to projects that combine creative architecture and engineering for outstanding achievements in the planning, construction and operation of buildings. The award ceremony will be held during the official ISH opening ceremony in Frankfurt on 25 March 2003.

A special show regarding "Solar Assisted Air-conditioning of Buildings" will also be held in the exhibition hall.

In addition, international seminars and conferences on architecture and design of intelligent buildings, sustainability and environmental protection will be planned.

For more information on the show, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@singapore.messefrankfurt.com or fax 65(732 9296) or visit www.light-building.messefrankfurt.com and www.ish.messefrankfurt.com. We look forward to welcoming you at ISH Light+Building Asia 2003.