Integrate 2017, which was held at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre this week, has come to a close, with record numbers of attendees visiting the largest show floor ever over three days.

Integrate also partnered this year with both InfoComm and CEDIA to further enhance the prestige of the event.

Integrate event director Soren Norgaard says the expo is now undoubtedly the premiere annual event for the AV industry in the region, attracting the very best exhibitors, industry associations, media and attendees.

“The wow factor produced on stands this year is testament to exhibitor’s faith in the Integrate brand and our ability to gain attendance from the people that matte. I’d like to thank everyone involved with the show for making this such an exceptional experience for visitors.”

Soren says feedback from exhibitors highlighted a next generation of attendees with both AV professionals and end users visiting the show.

“Exhibitors really focussed on the end user markets with big brands, including Samsung, Ricoh, Sony, LG, Crestron and many more, highlighting technical expertise displayed within vertical solutions such as education, healthcare, retail and hospitality.”

The Integrate Speaker Series, which covered the latest developments and applications in digital content, unified communications and the latest in AV innovation, was well attended.

After a four-year absence from Darling Harbour, the show returns to the new Sydney International Convention Centre in 2018.

“2018 is a milestone for the show with Integrate celebrating its tenth anniversary. The Integrate team will be working hard to raise the bar once again to ensure the show provides an amazing experience for both exhibitors and visitors,” says Soren.