Back-to-back construction, tourism trade shows capitalize on public, private investment boom in Davao
WORLDBEX SERVICES International (WSI), organizer of the back-to-back PhilBex and Tourism and Leisure Expo 2018 (TLEX), is eyeing to increase foot traffic in the trade shows to 20,000 from last year’s 16,000, capitalizing on the Davao Region’s upbeat economy. PhilBex Davao is a construction industry exposition, now on its 4th year, while TLEX, on its 2nd year, features travel-related companies. “Aside from the (government’s) Build, Build, Build Program… we feel that this expo is really for the (construction) boom in Davao. Our goal is to unite construction design professionals and enthusiasts, and encourage our visitors to think outside the box and create innovative products,” said Carmen Grace P. Paragas, WSI marketing assistant of WSI. This year’s PhilBex Davao also seeks to elevate the way people build and design their spaces with construction innovations and smart home devices. TLEX, on the other hand, has 90 booths and more than 70 exhibitors, including travel agencies, airlines, hotels, resorts, couriers, cruise lines and shipping companies. The events are ongoing at the SM Lanang Premier until May 13. — Maya M. Padillo
