We've been benefited from the meetings with suppliers as well as private discussions with other buyers.
Vahid Atashbari, PersOil Co.
Very professional management team, friendly and an excellent bunch of suppliers and buyers. Fantastic event.
Alexander Wood, Aiken Group Limited
I would like to express my feeling that this format is done in a very outstanding way.
Ahmed Ali Al-Thawab, R.H. Al-Marri & Sons Company
I was able to touch all parts of the globe with the contacts I made at MTB 2010, Dubai, nearly every open item we have in our recent project development was filled.
John P. Perkins, Jaker Engineering
The "speed dating" format is very effective. The official timekeeping seemed to be a key ingredient and was handled quite professionally and in an unobtrusive manner.
Ralf Kabus, Igus GmbH
Positive concept, better than trekking round exhibition halls.
Chris Whittam, Tenaris
First Time at MTB. Very impressed with the complete organisation; although I was not able to attend the evening functions, there was still plenty of time to mingle and socialise with the buyers & sellers.
Diana Brown, Fender Care Middle East
Format was very good. It is quite intense but in a good way as it is a total focus on product or services that one company can offer the other.
Bill Bailey, Trelawny SPT Limited
I liked it. 20 minutes was challenging, but forces you to stay on track. I liked the networking opportunities throughout the event. Very effective.
Leonard Pecore, Genoa Design International Ltd.
Straight down to business, everybody knows what we are there for.
Tom Coosemans, Iemants Qatar
The format was just right and very effective
Rizwan Shabbag, Wilhelmsen Ship Management
An excellent opportunity to get aquainted with firms in the marine field that one did not know existed thus broadening areas for procurement
Muhammad Jawed Kamal, Marine Fleet Management PVT Ltd
I have booked 8 events, you do the math.
Bas Loohuis, Damen Schelde Marine Services B.V.
Overall, it was successful and fruitful for both the Buyers and Sellers whi have participated in the event. The company is satisfied with the new business leads established (approx 20 companies). Thus, we have signed up for the MTB Lisbon and MTB Hong Kong.
Gina Lau, MEP Systems Pte Ltd
It was really great. If i have to give it points out of 100, i absolutely would give 100...
Serkan Suzen, H. Ismail Kaptanoglu Holding
Every year we find new suppliers and get news from existing ones which is exactly why we keep on coming.
Marjolijn van Tiel, Beltship Management
Excellent, fruitful meetings, all events professionally arranged by organizers.
Wojciech Gajdziel, Dano Sp. z.o.o.
Attending the MTB for the third time I believe that it is getting better every year. Its contribution to shipping is valuable as it creates personal/friendly relationships between suppliers and buyers
Ria Xeneli, Queensway Navigation
A vey excellent way of seeing so many suppliers etc. in a short space of time- a bit like - productive speed dating!! very informative for myself - Brilliant! Beautiful Location!
Sandy Anstee, OSG Ship Management (UK) Ltd
It was the first time we participated in an MTB event...but not the last time. I found it very effective and met more potential customers/influents than we do at many exhibitions.
Torben Laursen, Clorius Controls A/S
I think this is the way to meet, effective and cost saving, instead of fairs.
Lars Nordqvist, AS LTH Baas
I had 18 meetings and met an additional 10, most of them have possibilities.
Ronald Toes, Valveco
It was very interesting. A perfect way to meet people in the maritime branch in a formal as well as an informal setting.
Johan de Bruin, P.J. Brand
Not just Istanbul, i think the concept is brilliant.
Dick Renders, Crestchic Ltd
This event is excellent for suppliers and buyers to make initial contact and exchange a significant amount of information which can be used to build an ongoing business relationship. The event was focused and intense.
Ed McNally, TSI
Effective business meetings, highly recommended for those who want to make first contact with new partners.
Harry Pronk, Dagin Marine Technology
This is the best way to know who your suppliers are and also have an indepth knowledge of the goods and services.
Festus Okikiolu, Mavlin Projects Ltd
Reason for attending was to gain more exposure for AMEC Black & McDonald Ltd, to broaden Oil and Gas supplier base - valuable contacts were made.
Michele Beaton, AMEC Black & McDonald Ltd
Reason for attending MTB was to gain knowledge in market areas that were unfamiliar whilst making contacts in the industry - I believe that I will be able to form business relationships with many I met with.
Graham McDonald, Technip UK Ltd
Much more efficient way of meeting people than trade shows.
Martin Rappallini, Earth Sciences Exploration and Production
I think your format is very effective.
Clay Johnson, Joliet Technologies
Very interesting format for meeting potential clients. I would recommend it for buying as well as supplying organisations. Great venue and well run.
Ergin Rasit, MUSCL Ltd
Very effective, the 20 minute sessions were just the right length. Intimate atmosphere permitting all companies to get acquainted. Meticulously organised.
Manon Huard, Rayco Wylie Systems
Very effective and focused way to meet a lot of potential business partners within a couple of days. Beats any trade show easily.
Tuomas Lilleberg, Halton Marine
Allows the supplier to get the buyers complete attention and focus. Money and time well spent.
Wade Wnuk, White Star Pump
Good quality decision making people who collectively had the same mindset.
Nick Dennison, Cosalt
I think the format is very good. It is convenient to communicate and exchange important information face to face.
Ben Xu, Adani Shipping (China) Co Ltd
Highly effective management event perfectly executed.
John Pereira, Eagle Maritime Company
There is no where better than MTB, where potential suppliers and buyers could meet together and know about their needs.
To Van Hiep, Saigon Shipping J/S Company
High intensity, useful, well thought through and well organised.
Edgar van Maaren, Vroon BV
A productive event for face to face meetings between buyer and supplier.
Sarut Karunvich, Thoresen & Co (Bangkok) Ltd
Very successful, able to know people we never met before and the business that they are doing.
Ong Choon Hock, ASP Procurement Services Pte Ltd
True value for time spent.
Vinod Dhankher, Quadrant Maritime PVT Ltd
Very well organised event. Really impressed with the concept. Achievement 100%.
Zakriya Jamadar, Lamnalco Group
Good show - see all the Buyers/Owners under the same roof - would recommend MTB to all serious Suppliers.
John King, Sandvik Marine Electronics
It was a productive and effective way to establish new contacts and clients. Not to mention, excellent event for networking.
Jess Goh, Nautisk Forlag A/S
Great atmosphere, well organised, better then exhibitions, to meet so many people in such short notice definately pays off.
Mark van Ede, Netwave Systems bv
A very effective way to expand your network and get access to the decision makers.
Jakob le Fevre, Gertsen & Olufsen
I think the event was well organised. The concept saves a lot of travel.
Lars Bo Andersen, C C Jensen A/S
It is an event where you are able to meet buyers of your choice from all over the world over 2 days. Throw in a lot of good food and socialising around after a hard day's work. It is really value for money.
David Chia, Wrist Ship Supply
It's a unique way to meet customers. Saves on cost of travelling to visit each of them. Saves time too. Networking opportunities are always available so you meet more than your assigned meetings.
Jonathan D Huertas, SMART Communications, Inc
Excellent, Well organised and well worth the trip.
Ed Seoane, LMS Shipmanagement
Lots of mutual requests and even suppliers requested were good.
Marjolijn Tiel, Beltship Management Ltd
The time was sufficient for a first contact and it is very good to have a personal contact with suppliers you have never met before.
Ria Xeneli, Queensway Navigation
Networking, new products and new contacts.
Sabine Utech, Reederei Blue Star GmbH
Very nice experience, you get to know people that you have were speaking over the phone for years, but you didn’t know how they looked.
Konstantinos Voulgaris, Top Tanker Management Inc
Much better than to meet at a stand on an exhibition.
Matti Fruchtenicht, Pronav Ship Management
Excellent! As an attendee of more than one year, it continues to yield high quality business contacts for future business.
Richard Irvine, Strongwell
Excellent first experience, which will for sure get a second ‘turn’.
Marco Bakhuizen, S.B.I
Meeting and networking in person – as well as – outside activities were extremely effective.
James Amarante, Miller Marine Services
2 days of meeting interesting people, and getting good attention on your products and services.
Iver Evensen, Krohne Skarpenord
A very enjoyable and open way of doing business.
Peter Bennett, Turner Engine Controls
Many new contacts established, existing contacts strengthened, yet again MTB and the concept it uses proves that it is a must attend event for now and the future.
Simon Hayes, Bond Instrumentation
A highly efficient way of communicating with relevant buyers.
Daniel J. Jacobsen, Decision3
Extremely helpful for our company. We secured many contacts.
M.Jawad Shariff, Universal Navigation
Carefully selected meetings. Excellent organisation.
Ramadas Ramakrishnan, Lamnalco Ltd
It gives us more chances to get more potential suppliers and makers.
Ngo Xuan Luan, Vinalines Shipping Company
The interaction was good and more focused than what would happen in an exhibition.
Neelesh Ranade, Great Offshore Ltd
An excellent productive two days.
Myles McCallum, Vroon BV
Very well organised, with opportunities to interact with peers and potential suppliers in a casual atmosphere.
Marlon Conceicao, Eagle Maritime Company
I have yet to see such complex meetings’ arrangements made in such an excellent manner and so well coordinated.
Captain S.K. Gupta, Ambuja Cements Ltd
The most productive “conference” I’ve attended. Extremely time productive, complete focus from both buyer and seller and the relationship building as an “MTB” family was a most unexpected bonus.
Dr. Ruanthi De Silva, Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement
This is not an exhibition but if you are looking for business within minutes, this is the place. Surprisingly effective.
Gunnar Selvaag, Alfa Laval Marine & Diesel
It was again fantastic, I feel at home. Smooth organisation.
Bas Loohuis, Schelde Marine Services
It exceeded my expectations.
Kurt Erlandson, Randive INC
Professional Meeting in an excellent environment. Well Organised!
Ioannis Dimitros - Unisea Shipping Ltd
Met people you have been working with for a long time but also got several new partners. Only positive emotions.
Peeter Tees - First Baltic Ship Management A/S
Everything was fantastic
Chatzis, Aegean Shipping Company
Well planned and organized – very professional. No hesitation in recommending MTB to colleagues or friends.
Bill Galpin, OSG Ship Management
Had both an entertaining and useful time, much better than tradeshows
Marjolijn Tiel, Beltship Management
Wonderful mix of business and friendship
Giancarlo Coletta, Grimaldi Group Italy
MTB is a good event to meet new vendors combined with good networking possibilities
Rob Scharff, Stolt- Nielsen
Why waste big time when you can invest in small
Daniele Calligaris, Eastern Echo
First time attending but I was impressed with such a well organized event
Sofia Pacifico, Clipper Marine Services
Provided a good opportunity to have an intense and focused discussion with the suppliers
Ryan Dalgado, CMA CGM (UK) Ltd
Very well organised. Meetings mixed with social events made the MTB very worthwhile.
Bjorn Erik Alveberg - Jak. J. Alveberg A/S
It was my first time and far better than expected. Would recommend this to others.
Bert Thyssen - B. Hepworth Ltd
A very cost effective event
Pepe Bris, Aage Hempel Int
The Meeting form is absolutely the most effective way of a quick marketing message getting through
Michael D Christensen, DMA Sorption Aps
Focused, snappy and highly productive meeting forum – a very efficient way to find quality new customers
Richard Irvine, Strongwell