DRT SHOW Beijing 2024: Uniting Global Partners to Forge a New Era in Diving
Dear colleagues in the diving industry, business partners, and diving enthusiasts:
It is with great excitement and gratitude that we report to you the resounding success of DRT SHOW Beijing 2024. This grand event, held from 2nd- 4th Aug 2024, at the China National Convention Center, was not only a comprehensive showcase of the latest developments in the diving industry but also a significant feast of diving culture exchange. Here, we collectively witnessed the vibrant energy of the diving industry and painted an exciting blueprint for its future development.
Exhibition Scale and Influence
Unprecedentedly Strong Brand Lineup
This year's DRT SHOW Beijing International Diving Exhibition has assembled an unprecedented array of top-tier diving industry brands, showcasing an unparalleled scale and diversity. Remarkably, international brands constitute an impressive 55% of the exhibitors. In the realm of diving equipment, we are proud to announce that the exhibition boasts a staggering 42% coverage of available brands. These figures not only underscore DRT SHOW's pivotal role in the industry but also highlight our unwavering commitment to offering a comprehensive range of options for both consumers and professionals alike.
The exhibition comprehensively covered various aspects of the diving industry, from core diving equipment to advanced underwater photography gear, from the latest safety navigation technology to professional training course information, as well as showcasing diving destinations from around the world. Visitors could find equipment and services ranging from entry-level to professional grade, meeting the needs of diving enthusiasts at different levels.
This comprehensive brand coverage not only provided visitors with a one-stop platform for purchasing and understanding but also created valuable opportunities for internal industry exchange and cooperation. DRT SHOW successfully built a comprehensive communication platform, promoting information flow and technical exchange within the industry, injecting strong momentum into the continuous innovation and development of the diving industry.
Asia's Leading B2B2C Diving Platform
DRT SHOW has become the most powerful B2B2C diving platform in Asia. We are not just a simple exhibition, but a super platform that brings together global diving elites, enthusiasts, and professionals. As the brand that has hosted the most diving exhibitions across Asia, we are deeply proud and also keenly aware of the responsibility we bear.
This exhibition attracted 27,972 visits over three days, once again confirming DRT SHOW's leading position and wide-ranging influence in the industry. This not only reflects the thriving development of the diving industry but also demonstrates DRT SHOW's excellence in connecting suppliers and consumers.
The advantages of our B2B2C model are mainly reflected in:
- Providing brand owners with opportunities to directly face end consumers and obtain first-hand market feedback
- Offering retailers and distributors a comprehensive platform for product procurement and information acquisition
- Creating opportunities for diving enthusiasts to personally experience the latest products and interact with industry elites
- Promoting internal industry communication, driving technological innovation and market expansion
Rich and Diverse Interactive Activities
To ensure that every guest could enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience, we meticulously planned a series of entertaining interactive activities. These activities not only added to the fun of the exhibition but also deepened participants' love and understanding of diving.
Lucky Draw
Lucky Draw was a spectacular event, with prizes ranging from professional diving suits to the latest Apple phones. The DRT SHOW's prize-giving ceremony was filled with laughter and excitement. Participants displayed great sportsmanship throughout the event. Congratulations to all the winners and a big thank you to everyone who came to participate in the lucky draw. We look forward to seeing you at future events!
Diver’s Bingo Stamp Collection
This fun treasure hunt-style game guided visitors to various corners of the diving exhibition, allowing everyone to learn about and find suitable diving brands in a more interesting way.
Ocean Stars UW Photography Gallery
The rich and exciting underwater works on display encouraged people to understand and enter the fascinating realm of underwater photography. Special thanks to our sponsors Weefine and SUPE for their contributions to the field of underwater photography.
Recycled Plastic Workshop
We specially invited "Plastic Respond" to the exhibition site, leading our audience to use recycled plastic bottle caps as raw materials to remelt them into cute little pendants, giving plastic a new life.
Professional Diving Seminars
This exhibition invited nearly 30 elites from the diving industry to deliver fascinating lectures on site, covering topics from “Underwater Photography” to “Mermaid” and “Dive Tourism”. Each expert brought unique insights, richly presenting cutting-edge industry information at the DRT SHOW Beijing International Dive Resort Travel Show lectures.
Ocean Culture Fair
Ocean Culture Fair showcases a wealth of ocean-inspired creations. Through interactions with the vendors, visitors can deeply experience the artistic resonance between each piece and the sea, as if immersed in a feast for both the eyes and the soul.
These activities not only added vitality to the exhibition but also made important contributions to the spread of diving culture and the popularization of industry knowledge. Participants generally reported that these interactive activities significantly enhanced their visiting experience.
Industry Trends and Future Outlook
Professional Diving Forums Illuminate New Industry Horizons
At this DRT SHOW, we invited industry leaders to organize three highly professional diving industry forums, from "How the Belt and Road Initiative Helps Diving Tourism and International Brand Promotion" to "The Importance of Diving Sports Standards and Safety Procedures" to "AI Technology and the Development of Diving Equipment". Heroes from all corners of the diving world gathered to appreciate the industry's path forward and jointly envisioned a bright future for the industry. This also made the DRT SHOW Beijing 2024 not just a successful exhibition, but a weathervane for development trends in the diving industry.
These trends not only point the way for the future development of the industry but also provide important references for DRT SHOW's future planning. We will continue to pay attention to these trends and provide a larger platform for them in future exhibitions.
Heartfelt Thanks and Future Commitments
The success of DRT SHOW is inseparable from the support of every participant. Here, we express our most sincere gratitude to all exhibitors, visitors, industry leaders, and guest speakers. It is your participation and valuable suggestions that drive DRT SHOW to continuously improve and innovate. We especially thank all exhibitors for bringing the latest and highest quality products and services to the show, allowing attendees to personally experience the latest developments in the diving industry. At the same time, we are also deeply grateful to the industry experts who shared valuable insights through wonderful speeches and discussions, injecting new ideas and momentum into the development of the entire industry.
We also want to thank all the diving enthusiasts who attended, your enthusiasm is our greatest motivation to move forward, and it is your support that has made DRT SHOW the most influential diving event in Asia. Finally, we want to especially thank our media friends for their strong support, it is you who help us spread the charm of diving further, allowing more people to understand and fall in love with this wonderful sport.
Looking to the future, DRT SHOW will continue to uphold the concept of "Connection, Innovation, and Sustainability", constantly exploring and striving to create a more valuable and attractive communication platform for global diving enthusiasts and professionals.
We firmly believe that with your support, DRT SHOW will continue to lead the development of the diving industry and make greater contributions to promoting the prosperity of global diving culture.
Thank you again for your strong support! We look forward to seeing you again at the next exhibition to jointly write a brilliant future for the diving industry!