The Trade Fair component to the 2005 Business of Sustainability Conference was a success. A total of 23 local and interstate exhibitors painted Halls A to D of the Convention Centre a resounding shade of green! It provided a rare opportunity for guests, exhibitors and delegates to gather in one spot to share ideas and develop future business relationships. The scope of exhibitors was diverse, ranging from waterless car care products, to local government, constructors and education providers.

Feedback from the exhibitors was very enthusiastic, with many exhibitors agreeing the event was very positive for their businesses. The quality of the exhibits was very high, with most adding that extra degree of creativity which has become synonymous with the business of sustainability. The organisers of the Fish Protech display made good use of their fishy friend, Spot-the Jade Perch, to fly the flag for their sustainable range of aquaculture technologies. Spot was a hit for the exhibitors, who lured in many curious onlookers. Operations Manager, Paul Bannister, said the event allowed them talk to people who will be useful in the future.

The Natural Gas Display featured energy saving technology provided by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Australia. Glenn Roulston, Mitsubishi Natural Air Conditioning Service Manager, said the Trade Fair represented an excellent display of sustainable business practices. He believes it was a perfect medium to increase business. Mr Roulston said, “We are putting forward our products to businesses that would be interested in using our products in the construction industry.”

Leonie Weber, Director of No Wet, said the event provider her with excellent business contacts, which she would not have received elsewhere. Reflecting on comments by Paul Perkins, she said the Trade Fair showcased how organisations such as her waterless car cleaning business, incorporating green practices into sustainable building design.

Stephen Haines, Chief Executive of the City of Salisbury said it was fantastic the Property Council of Australia was taking on this initiative. He said that sustainable business practices were once considered a fringe issues, but had now taken centre stage. Mr Haines warned that any business that does not embrace sustainable business practices will be left behind. Commenting on the success of the event, he said, “The Trade Fair has been wonderful to expose the many industries involved in the business of sustainability.”
 

We would like to thank all the Exhibitors for making the event such a success.

Exhibitors at the 2005 Business of Sustainability Conference and Trade Fair: