(September 30, 2004) When it starts on 4 October 2004 in Munich, EXPO REAL, the International Commercial Real Estate Exposition, will be even stronger than ever. A total of 1,333 exhibitors are expected to attend the three-day leading trade fair fair this year, as compared to 1,279 exhibitors last year. Around 16,000 trade visitors visited the exhibition stands and attended the information events in the accompanying programme, covering current themes and trends. A similar level is expected in October this year. "The developments are exceeding our expectations. Despite the continuing difficult economic situation in Europe and in Germany, EXPO REAL is an attractive meeting point for the international commercial real estate sector. The direct communication and networking with potential partners and investors that is possible at EXPO REAL is the event´s main plus factor. At no other fair in Europe is there this kind of working atmosphere," said Eugen Egetenmeir, a member of the management board of Messe München.

Because of rising numbers of exhibitors and increased demand for space, the exhibition space has been expanded. 42,000 square metres are available to the participants, that´s 4,000 square metres more than last year. A new trend is emerging, evident particularly in the new exhibitors from abroad: EXPO REAL is gaining ever greater international significance. Exhibiting for the first time in Munich is the city and region of Madrid, which will be presenting its urban development projects to an international audience. And Lithuania is the first of the three Baltic states to exhibit at EU. It has been a member of the EU since May 2004, and with its strong economic growth, is regarded as one of the 'tiger economies' among the new EU members. Also registered to take part are first-time exhibitors from the Ukraine, South Korea and the United Arab Emirates. In total exhibitors from 32 countries will be making sure EXPO REAL 2004 is an international, diverse and exciting event.

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