The exhibition was opened with introductory remarks by Umid Shadiyev, Chairman of the Tourism Committee, Michael Wimmer, Head of the Economic Cooperation Office of the German Embassy in Uzbekistan, Andrean Fink, Deputy Head of Mission and head of the Swiss cooperation program in Uzbekistan, and Milo Stevanovich, head of the Business support project of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
After the opening ceremony, officials, representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited in Uzbekistan, as well as guests of the exhibition got acquainted with the expositions of the exhibition stands "Horeca Expo Uzbekistan 2024".
The exhibition brought together more than 50 exhibitors from Central Asia, Europe and Asia, demonstrating the latest achievements in the hotel and restaurant industry. The participants had the opportunity to get acquainted with products and technologies that will help improve the quality of service in the HoReCa sector, including equipment, IT solutions and innovative gastronomic products.
Horeca Expo Uzbekistan 2024 is an important platform for industry professionals. Companies from Uzbekistan, Turkey, Russia, Germany and other countries are represented among the key exhibitors, which creates unique opportunities for the exchange of experience and the conclusion of partnership agreements.
An international conference on "Innovative trends in the hospitality industry" was also held within the framework of the exhibition, where experts discussed management strategies, marketing approaches and modern technologies in the HoReCa industry. The conference program included thematic sessions on eco-technologies, digital solutions and inclusivity in the hotel business.
One of the key themes of the exhibition was the introduction of environmentally sustainable solutions. The participants discussed the importance of ecotourism and "green" technologies to minimize the negative impact on the environment.
Horeca Expo Uzbekistan 2024 has played a significant role in the development of the hotel and restaurant industry in Uzbekistan, contributing to attracting new investments and strengthening international relations.