CASE STUDY

Autopot Expo 2018

Idea

The Autopot Expo is the UK’s largest trade show of its kind, showcasing horticultural hydroponics industry players since 2014. Katah Events have been integral to the conference’s development and growth, with more than sixty companies representing themselves there in 2018.

Challenges

• Meet the unique needs of the many different companies who attend and host at the show

• Extensive branding requirements by the various attendees

• Deliver full site-wide energy, sound and lighting

• A late notice cancellation by the bar contractor left the client without resources

Tailored approach

• Power requirements met successfully with wiring delivered to over fifty stands, generators and a dedicated on-site electrician for the event’s duration

• Katah Events’ created bespoke branded panels to line the Giant Tipis – the only company in the UK to offer this service

• Provision of a full bar with management and staffing including specialist mixologists, all sourced within 24 hours

• High-end showers and toilets sourced and installed to meet the needs of exhibitors and visitors

Delivery

• Eight Giant Tipis installed as individual exhibition stands for companies, complete with branded panels

• Site wide power management and installation, as well as outdoor lighting

• Outdoor staging, sound and effects lighting, and a stretch-tent with indoor stage

• Furnishings including lounge furniture and outdoor furniture

• Installation of a bar with all staffing