Hosted by Accelerating ICT innovation to improve lives faster. The global event for tech SMEs, corporates and governments. 25-28 September, Busan, Republic of Korea Busan Exhibition & Convention Center (BEXCO)
ITU Telecom World 2017 will take place in Busan, Republic of Korea, from 25 28 September, hosted by the Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning (MSIP). Focusing this year on growing the digital economy, smart AI, smart banking and smart cities, the event is the global platform to accelerate ICT innovations for social and economic development. It s where leaders, policy makers & regulators meet industry experts, investors, SMEs, and innovators to exhibit solutions, share knowledge and network at the highest level. Our aim is to help ideas go further, faster to make the world better, sooner.
Unique Audience Heads of State and government, heads of international organizations Ministers and regulators of ICT and other related sectors including finance, health and more C-level industry executives from companies across entire ICT industry ecosystem Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), entrepreneurs and innovators Academia and consultants Digital visionaries Global media
Exhibition Exhibiting at World 2017 offers international visibility and networking opportunities before our influential global audience National Pavilions Independent Stands Thematic Pavilions SMEs Sponsored networking activities & zones Advertising opportunities
National Pavilions As the UN specialized Agency for ICT issues, ITU is proud to feature National Pavilions from around the world at ITU Telecom World events. Governments invite regional operators, selected local SMEs and innovation entities to join the exhibition within their National Pavilions. Choose from: raw space (min 50m 2 ) or turnkey options (18m2, 36m2, 50m2, 100m 2 and 150m 2 ) according to your needs
Independent Stands Exhibiting at ITU Telecom World brings you into direct contact with influential decisionmakers, policy shapers and ICT experts from across the industry. Whatever the size of your company, we have the right exhibition presence for you, from raw space options for a fully-customized build to cost-effective, practical turnkey solutions for SMEs and smaller companies. Choose from: raw space (min 9m 2 ) or turnkey options (4m 2 for SME pods, 9m 2, 18m 2, 36m 2, 50m2, 100m 2 and 150m 2 ) according to your needs
Thematic Pavilions Thematic Pavilions bring together associations, companies, organizations and SMEs focused on one key sector of the ICT ecosystem for example, smart cities, cybersecurity, the satellite industry or ICTs for emergencies. Choose from: raw space (min 50m 2 ) or turnkey options (50m 2, 100m 2 and 150m 2 ) according to your needs
Sponsorships The ideal way to reach and engage with global decision makers. Choose from sponsorship of: Networking events, including Opening Ceremony, Leaders Lunch, Networking Breaks and more Branding, advertising and spaces, including Registration & Lanyards, LeaderSpace & Refreshments and more Content-related activities, including Leadership Summit, Co-hosted Sessions, Plenary Sessions and more Speak to us directly to find the option that best fulfils your objectives
Leadership Summit Exciting and insightful interactive debate at the highest level in the ICT ecosystem, bringing together: Heads of state and government, Ministers Regulators CxOs Heads of international organizations Leaders from academia, research centres and industry associations.
Forum World-class speakers, international perspectives and expert opinions on the global impact and opportunities of digital transformation Key topics include: New business models for new technologies in IoT, 5G, Industry 4.0 Creative potential, regulatory & ethical challenges of AI Smart sustainable solutions for cities, connected cars and digital finance Innovation in spectrum policy and regulatory frameworks Digital citizenship, data security and e skills Fostering innovation ecosystems and the creative economy
Forum Sessions Ministerial roundtables Panel sessions B2B and B2G Dialogues Plenary sessions Partner sessions Workshops
High-level Networking Networking Events: Opening Ceremony Leaders Lunch Networking Lunches Networking Breaks Networking Spaces Networking Tools, including Event App
ITU Telecom World Awards The ITU Telecom World Awards recognise the most innovative ICT-based SMEs and corporate initiatives working to provide solutions with real social impact. ITU Telecom World Global SME Award ITU Telecom World Thematic Award ITU Telecom World Host Country SME Award Recognition of Excellence Certificate
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Testimonials We show our latest equipment and introduce it to people we don t know; we generate business, and we give technology, know-how, to people attending the seminars It s a winwin. Dietmar Vahldiek, Rohde & Schwarz The recognition that tech start-ups and young entrepreneurs are going to create the jobs and solutions and innovations of the future means being here at ITU Telecom World is critical. HE Jean-Philbert Nsengimana, Minister, Ministry of Youth and ICT (MYICT), Rwanda This is a very, very collaborative facilitation where we can learn from global best practices and continue to make the telecoms sector more vibrant, more resilient. Professor Umar Garba Danbatta, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO, Nigerian Communications Commission For the many ministers and policy makers and industry leaders who here, it is the perfect environment to share ideas and strategies on how to move forward, how to develop this industry that is a key tool for sectors of the industry. This is really the place to come for partnerships and sharing information. Dr Hamadoun I. Touré, Executive Director, SMART Africa Alliance It is a good way to measure the pulse of the industry from the perspective of government, regulators and industry participants, to pressure test new ideas and really bring people into discussions. Peter Lyons, WEF We are able to share the Kenyan experience, to showcase our innovations and compare what is happening globally, and have the opportunity to identify key collaborators that can work with the government to help develop the ICT agenda in Kenya. Sammy Itemere, Principal Secretary, Ministry of Information and Communications, Kenya There is a huge benefit of being here, this is a great place to meet both telecom operators and regulators from around the world, a great opportunity to meet with government officials in developing countries, to be enthused by our efforts to bridge the digital divide and it s a very relaxed environment in which to do it in. Suneet Singh Tuli, CEO, Datawind It is a great chance to see and talk to many people involved in the business, ITU people, government, carriers, service providers, new companies, to talk to them and present our new solutions. Shinichiro Nakamura, Deputy Division Director of Global Business Divison, Internet Initiative Japan This is very impressive, this is so well organized, this is a great, great, great conference, a great exhibition, a good chance to see how the service providers are making some of these decisions, what the regulators are doing in different regions - it s fantastic. Peter Macaulay, President of FTTH Council Asia-Pacific
SME Success Stories ITU is a very good opportunity for us because big companies and small companies meet here and we can find very good partners here, it gives us a very good chance to cooperate with several companies. ulalalab, Republic of Korea The highlight of ITU Telecom has been the various contacts we have received, the different nations that want this kind of project to be scaled up in their countries. We are in talks, and we are very excited that we will expand this solution to very many smallholder farmers across the globe. M-Shamba, Kenya A small company like us usually doesn t have the opportunity to come to this event, but by participating we can meet the right people which is very helpful for the growth of our business. We can announce and advertise our technologies, what we are, what we have, and how our technology can be useful and good for society, and for business as well. Japan Battery Regeneration, Inc. We have had so much good contact, so many follow ups that we have do here, for us the value has been tremendous. Bluetown, Denmark
We look forward to seeing you in Busan, Republic of Korea, in September 2017! For more information visit telecomworld.itu.int To take part, contact us now at participate.telecom@itu.int Subscribe to our e-newsletter