Manila Bulletin

WSI makes history with the first-ever WOCEE and WOSAS

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- ENGAGING THE PEOPLE

There is truly no stopping Worldbex Services Internatio­nal (WSI) – the country’s leading events and exposition­s organizer – in its bid to boost the growth of the country’s economic developmen­t. Marking another record-breaking milestone, WSI is finally opening its doors to the much-anticipate­d World of Consumer Electronic­s Expo (WOCEE) and the World of Safety and Security Expo (WOSAS) today, September 21 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila.

As both events embody a trailblazi­ng chapter in the history of local exposition­s, the opening ceremony of the co-located events is expected to be graced by VIP personalit­ies including PNP Chief Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, DND Sec. Delfin Lorenzana, DTI Usec. Teodoro Pascua, National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council Executive Director Ricardo Jalad together with WSI’s Joseph Ang, Levi Ang, Ar. Francisco Flameño Jr., Jill Aithnie Ang, Rene Ramos, and Tessie Roque.

For over two decades, WSI has elevated thequality of life of countless Filipinos through world-class trade shows that not only bring within reach topnotch consumer products and services but also, cultivate dynamic economic opportunit­ies for trade players. From constructi­on and design to food and tourism, WSI now turns its focus on consumer technology as well as safety and security with WOSAS and WOCEE – both of which are the first of its kind.

SECURING TOMORROW

Armed with an encompassi­ng foresight, WSI knows that the backbone of any great nation is its capacity to safeguard the protection of its citizens. With this concept in mind, WOSAS was envisioned to respond to the growing need to improve the quality of safety and security of Filipinos. That is, by serving as a premium venue to showcase state-of-the-art technologi­es that could provide reliable and durable protection from imminent dangers and security threats.

Dividing a total of close to 10,000 sqm of exhibition space into the med areas of Security and Surveillan­ce, Fire and Safety, Smart Home and Building, as well as Energy Saving and Electric Automation, the first-ever WOSAS features over 100 exhibitors; as part of the highlights today, in the same day as the declaratio­n of the National Earthquake Drill, the organizers have teamed up with JCI Manila for the National Disaster Responders Challenge Meet and Greet.

ADVANCING THE PRESENT

As technology continues to evolve at an unpreceden­ted rate, WSI believes that we should not get left behind. In this regard, WOCEE was conceptual­ized to serve as a premium consumer tech and innovation hub. One that not only serves as one-stop shop for the latest tech goods but also, a platform where consumers, innovators, and entreprene­urs alike can come together for productive exchange of informatio­n and potential business opportunit­ies.

Set to take over as part of close to 10,000 sqm of exhibition space, WOCEE also boasts of over 100 exhibitors hailing from countries such as China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and the US. The event has several highlights including MSI’s VR Lounge, VEX Robotics Competitio­n in partnershi­p with MRSP, product launches and seminars.

Known for delivering highly experienti­al exposition­s, WSI ensures that the first-ever WOCEE and WOSAS will allow visitors to immerse in the same world-class trade show experience that all its past shows have offered. Assuch, highlighti­ng WOCEE and WOSAS are the exciting pocket events and activities that are presented in partnershi­p with leading companies, prestigiou­s organizati­ons, as well as government institutio­ns.

Among which include the Mechatroni­cs and Robotics Society of the Philippine­s’ Robotics competitio­n. Organized annually by MRSP to promote robotics among the youth, this year’s highly anticipate­d Robotics competitio­n will be held at WOCEE for the first time and will have categories for both high school and grade school entrants.

On the other hand, sure to add an exciting component to WOCEE and WOSAS are the line-up of free seminars and workshops that aim to impart basic yet relevant informatio­n and niche knowledge in the field of tech innovation and safety. Furthermor­e, visitors are encouraged to watch out for product demos from leading brands for an exclusive peek into products and services that are changing the way we live. Plus, visitors would be delighted to know that raffle segments at WOCEE and WOSAS will be held as a way for the organizers and exhibitors to give back to the community.

Ongoing until September 24, from 10am-8pm at the World Trade Center Manila, WSI has officially opened its doors to the future. For those who are engaged in electronic­s and technology, don’t miss the chance to take part in WOCEE. Meanwhile, those who are seeking to elevate their safety and security abilities and measures are encouraged to take advantage of WOSAS. Admission is free.

For more informatio­n, follow @ wocee.ph, @wosas.ph on Facebook and Instagram or go to wocee.ph, wosas.ph to register.

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