SINGAPORE, 11 Nov 2019 – Organised by CloserStill Media and in association with The Royal Veterinary College (RVC), London, and the Singapore Veterinary Association, Singapore Vet – a major new veterinary conference and exhibition – recently wrapped its inaugural show at Suntec Singapore on 11-12 October 2019 with 1,133 veterinary professionals from across the globe to gain RACE-accredited veterinary education, via clinical and business content in a multi-stream programme. Along with the strong delegate attendance from Asia and Australia, the exhibit hall saw more than 80 international exhibitors showcase their veterinary products and services.

The clinical content streams were developed by CloserStill Media’s long-established partner and leading global veterinary school, the RVC, the same team that produces the world-famous and award-winning London Vet Show. Singapore Vet also hosted business and innovation theatres in which topics such as business trends, digital platforms and marketing were covered. In total, over 50 sessions were presented by world-class leaders and visionary thinkers in both veterinary medicine and business. Delegates also benefited from the opportunity to network with vet industry leaders such as Prof Jill Maddison, Prof David Church, Dr Alan Taylor, Dr Christopher Tan, and a wide range of local and international leading suppliers including IDEXX, Zoetis, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Bayer, Huger, Medtronic, K-Laser, Andover and Alpha Vet Tech.

Guest-of-Honour, Ms Sun Xueling, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Home Affairs and National Development, delivered the opening speech for the event.

Ms Sun said, “The health of humans and animals is closely linked. Thus, veterinarians play a critical role in safeguarding public health. They help to detect and control the spread of zoonotic diseases, and combat anti-microbial resistance. I look forward to our veterinarians strengthening their competencies and knowledge so as to continue to provide the best care for animals, and safeguard public health.”

Sarah Netherway, Event Director, Singapore Vet comments, “We have been so excited to launch Singapore Vet in partnership with the RVC and SVA this year and it surpassed all of our expectations. Welcoming so many vets, practice owners, clinical directors and regional vet associations from 42+ countries (1,133 attendees)! It was a busy, fruitful show for all. The positive feedback we have had has been mirrored in the number of our exhibitors and delegates who have confirmed their attendance next year – keep an eye out on our conference programme updates coming soon!”

Dr Timothy Chua, President, Singapore Veterinary Association said, “The inaugural Singapore Vet 2019 has been a great success! The international crowd brought life and vibrancy to the event. Everyone enjoyed their time and it has been a great opportunity to interact with friends and colleagues. Singapore Veterinary Association looks forward to next year's edition of the Singapore Vet."

Singapore Vet will return to Suntec Singapore on 23-24 October 2020.

To learn more about Singapore Vet and to register to attend, visit https://singapore.vetshow.com.

 

About Singapore Veterinary Association

The Singapore Veterinary Association (SVA) is the professional society representing the interests of veterinary surgeons and the veterinary community in Singapore. The objectives of the SVA are to: - promote and advance the veterinary art and the practice of veterinary and allied sciences in Singapore; support, protect and foster the character, status, interests, honour and dignity of the veterinary profession; inform and acquaint the government and public of Singapore on matters relating to veterinary science and the veterinary profession.

For more information about Singapore Veterinary Association, visit https://sva.org.sg

 

About CloserStill Media

CloserStill Media is the world’s fastest growing exhibition business, running best of class events in the technology and healthcare sectors. The company specialises in high-value, content-driven events and the nurturing of B2B or professional companies. The B2B event portfolio includes The London Vet Show and New York Vet, Cloud Expo and Data Centre World (Hong Kong, Singapore, Frankfurt, Paris and London), Learning Technologies (London, Paris, Berlin) and DevLearn (Las Vegas), plus a series of healthcare and medical events including The Dentistry Show and the Pharmacy Show.

CloserStill Media is the fastest growing British exhibition organiser in international markets according to the eighth annual Sunday Times International Track 200. In addition, the Financial Times FT1000 Index named CloserStill the fastest growing exhibition organiser in Europe. CloserStill Media’s ranking is the highest of any exhibition organiser since the Sunday Times Fast Track series inception.

In the last ten years, the London Vet Show has grown to become Europe's largest and highest regarded veterinary event, spawning successful sister events in France Vet and Deutsche Vet and five Vet Shows throughout the USA. Recognised for developing long-term relationship with key suppliers, associations and thought-leaders in multiple markets, CloserStill staff and events have picked up over 30 event industry accolades in the last five years.

For more information, please contact Rachel Kilmartin, Marketing Manager for the Vet Shows at r.kilmartin@closerstillmedia.com.