Cape TownThe port city of Cape Town is a city of great beauty shaped by its history, people and in particular by its natural setting and cultural resources. Often referred to as the gateway to Africa because of its large harbour, the city is well placed to service ships travelling between Asia and South America, and is the home to many companies that provide oil and gas services along the west coast of Africa.Next month CMW travels to Cape Town to experience is meetings and convention offering. The city has started work on its planned 'convention precinct', a development that includes a major expansion of the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) hoped to create 8,000 jobs each year.The expansion of the CTICC and other urban regeneration projects is hoped to boost Cape Town's international reputation as a globally competitive business destination, and expected to contribute to economic growth through overseas business and job creation.Please send any information, news and submissions for the Editor's attention to pcolston@mashmedia.net Advertising enquiries to Paul Davies: pdavies@mashmedia.net CONFERENCE & MEETINGS WORLD THE MAGAZINE FOR THE GLOBAL MEETINGS COMMUNITYNext Issue

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