JHTA welcomes C&W Business for JAPEX 2016 – Company to power leading tradeshow

KINGSTON, JAMAICA, April 28, 2016 – The annual Jamaica Product Exchange (JAPEX) tradeshow slated for April 29 – May 1 at the Montego Bay Convention Centre, will be powered by lead corporate sponsor and exclusive telecoms partner, C&W Business.  The announcement by the Jamaica Hotel and Tourism Association (JHTA) comes as the organization finalizes its preparation for the leading event of its kind in the region.
“Every year we have seen sustained growth in the number of participants for JAPEX and as a result of this, it requires robust network and technical infrastructure that provides attendees with dependable and world-class wireless connectivity. C&W Business has been our trusted partner for many years and we are happy to have them on board once again to provide this service,” said Nicola Madden-Greig, President of the JHTA.
C&W Business has been providing internet connectivity and technical support for the annual event for a number of years.  As the provider of choice for business solutions, the company has an extensive suite of services that include data centre hosting, domestic and international managed network services, and customised IT service solutions, utilising cloud technology to serve business and government customers.  C&W Business also operates a state-of-the-art subsea fibre optic cable network that spans more than 48,000 km – the most extensive in the region.
“We are pleased to come on board as the exclusive telecoms provider for JAPEX 2016.  We applaud the JHTA and the JTB for their continued efforts in hosting this event and showcasing the best of Jamaica to the world. Over the years we have participated in this event because it brings incredible value to the Jamaican economy both from an economic and marketing perspective,” said Andrew Fazio, Sales Director – BPO and Hospitality, C&W Business. “We will be powering JAPEX with both our mobile and fixed networks, high-speed mobile data, broadband and video services,” he shared.
Hundreds of local and international participants are expected to arrive on the island over the next few days for the staple event.