Released on = November 3, 2006, 1:11 am

Press Release Author = Penner-Madison

Industry = Biotech

Press Release Summary = Thailand will host BioAsia 2007, the first international
trade exhibition and conference for biotechnology in Bangkok in from 7 to 9 November
2007 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), Bangkok.

Press Release Body = Bangkok, Thailand - Thailand will host BioAsia 2007, the first
international trade exhibition and conference for biotechnology in Bangkok in from 7
to 9 November 2007 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), Bangkok,
expecting the biggest convergence of biotech enthusiasts in food, agriculture,
health, industrial and environmental sectors from all over the world.

Highlights of the event include: The 6th Asian Crop Science Association Conference
which brings together agricultural scientists in the region to share research
experiences with the theme \"Technology for Self-Sufficient Agriculture in Asia\"; and
The 2nd International Conference on Rice for the Future which emphasizes rice as a
designer crop for healthier products. These conference and exhibition will cover a
wide range of researches from breeding, genomics in human nutrition and health.

BioAsia 2007 Thailand, organized by S.L.M. Management Co., Ltd and co-organized by
National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC), aims to create
the Asian\'s biotechnology vision and road map, create financial incentives and
supportive regulatory framework, as well as build public awareness and support from
other related organizations. Participants are expected to come from public and
private institutions and organizations, SMEs, and biotech companies from the United
States, Africa, Europe and from the Asia Pacific region.

The event is being set up to be the perfect venue for building networks and
strategic alliances. It is a forum to meet and exchange information among
researchers, industrialists and policy makers in biotechnology industry.
Furthermore, it is Thailand\'s benchmark against other Asian countries on bio-based
economy development.

Thailand with its strategic location and its bounty of as much as 10% of the world\'s
global biodiversity recognized the significant importance in achieving the needed
enhancements in productivity in agriculture and food sector of its economy. With a
big help from Biotechnology, Thailand maintains its position as the world leader in
production and export agricultural products.

Biotechnology has been heralded as the potential basis for a country\'s new round of
world economic hegemony as it not only brings wealth-creation, but also brings
extensive improvements by giving higher efficiency in the economy, sets better human
living standards and ultimately increases environmental sustainability.

Interested exhibitors and visitors may contact Ms. Nonglak Jitjeankhan, S.L.M.
Management Co., Ltd. 10 Soi Lasalle 56, Sukhumvit Rd., Bangna, Bangna, Bangkok
10260, Thailand at tel: +662 7487183 ext. 17, fax: +662 7487050 or e-mail:
nonglak@slm.co.th. For further information about the BioAsia 2007 Thailand, please
visit www.bioasia-2007.com

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About S.L.M. Management

S.L.M. Management Company Limited was founded in June, 1995 with a registered and
fully paid up capital of Baht 12,500,000.

Originally launched as a broad multi-media presentation, entertainment and event
management concern, the company evolved over the years as a creative organizer of
meetings, conferences and exhibitions and expert advisers to a broad range of
associations and businesses in MICE consultancy and management

Today, S.L.M. Management has established a reputation for dependability, on-time
delivery and consistency in exceeding client and participant expectations. Its main
areas of expertise include organizing Exhibitions; Conferences and Seminars; Team
Building; and Incentives and Special Events.

About National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC)

National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC) is one of four
centers under the auspices of the National Science and Technology Development Agency
(NSTDA), an autonomous government agency. The Center is a research funding agency as
well as operates research laboratories, some of which are in collaboration with
universities and government bodies. The Center also acts as a bridge for
collaboration between industry and academia. Furthermore, BIOTEC is actively engaged
in advancing research as a pillar for building a foundation in establishing
Thailand\'s position as a science and technology powerhouse, which is one of the aims
of Thailand\'s national policy.

For more information, contact:

Ms. Nonglak Jitjeankhan
S.L.M. Management Co., Ltd.
Tel: +662 7487183 ext. 17
Email: nonglak@slm.co.th
Website: http://www.bioasia-2007.com

Ms. Pornpavee Kullama
Penner-Madison & Company Limited
Tel: +662 7165246 ext. 103
Email: pornpavee_k@penner-madison.com



Web Site = http://www.bioasia-2007.com

Contact Details = Penner-Madison & Company Limited
22nd Fl., Charn Issara Tower 2, 2922/269 New Petchburi Road, Bangkapi, Huaykwang,
Bangkok 10310 Thailand