The Inter BEE 2008 (International Broadcast Equipment Exhibition), which will begin on 19th (Wednesday), is one of the largest exhibitions for the audio-visual/broadcasting/communications field in Japan held every year in November at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba prefecture. Numerous peripheral applications and solutions including broadcast and audio-visual equipment from Japan and other parts of the world are introduced at this exhibition. According to Inter BEE's official website, last year there were 35,000 visitors including those involved in video production and sound design, and also students. It is said that as an exhibition for the broadcasting industry, this exhibition is just as important globally as the NAB in the U.S. and the IBC in Europe.

The Japanese broadcasting industry is making a complete move to digital terrestrial broadcasting in 2009, and preparations to fully launch high definition here is almost in place. With more channels available in high definition, not only large broadcasting networks, but also cable TV companies have begun to offer regional/local-based content, thereby giving more room to be creative for people who make content. Nowadays, not only content for TV, but even bridal and promotion videos are made in high definition quality. And thus the demand for workflows and solutions for making full use of high definition and for even better high definition quality must still be quite high. I am sure many people who desire information about the latest equipment and solutions will go to Inter BEE, where they will be able to take a look at and test these equipment and solutions out for themselves.

The key phrase for the Panasonic booth at Inter BEE 2008 is "Advanced AVC World ~ HD solution with eco ideas ~" and under this theme, Panasonic will exhibit the latest broadcasting equipment as well as audio-visual equipment and lighting systems for studios. Panasonic will introduce environmentally conscious solutions using the latest technologies. You can also learn more about the Panasonic booth on its website about the exhibition.

Inter BEE official site
http://www.inter-bee.com/en/

If you plan to go to the exhibition, it might be useful to pre-register at:
http://www.inter-bee.com/en/index.html

Panasonic's website for the exhibition. You can also take a look at the list of products and solutions that will be on exhibit.
http://panasonic.net/exhibition/

Inter BEE 2008 (International Broadcast Equipment Exhibition)

Period: Nov 19 (Wed) ~ 21 (Fri)
Venue: Makuhari Messe (Chiba, Japan)
Panasonic booth: Hall 7
Organizer: Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA)
Official site: http://www.inter-bee.com/en/