An exhibition of Linux (Commercial and FOSS) products. The exhibition
is aimed at bringing together both commercial and FOSS products under
one roof, to demonstrate their products to the expected 3000+ delegates.
The exhibition will be held on the 1st , 2nd and 3rd of December 2004.
Who can exhibit
Commercial and non-commercial (Free & OpenSource) groups, Linux User Groups,
groups having Open Source Initiatives etc.
What can be exhibited
Any FOSS-related product/initiative can be exhibited. The products
can be commercial or non-commercial.
The initiatives need to be focussing on Free & Open Source.
Venue
The expo will be at the prestigious National Science Seminar Complex (JN
Tata auditorium), Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. The expo will be
held within the auditorium premises over an area of 1500 sq. ft.
A sketch of the exhibition area within the Auditorium complex is given
below. Click on the image to see a larger version.
Exhibition Areas A, B, C and D
Click image for larger version
Exhibitor Benefits
Interaction with Delegates:
The visitors to LB/2004 cover a wide spectrum - from developers to decision
makers, from beginners to gurus, from casual users to power users.
The delegates visit Linux Bangalore/200x from all across the country and
the globe.
You can interact with this wide range of delegates to leverage your presence
in the growing Linux and Open Source Software market.
A link to your company's/organisation's website will be put up on the list
of confirmed stalls.
- Commercial Product exhibitors:
The Linux Bangalore/2004 expo acts as a platform for you to demonstrate
your product to people that matter - "The expected 3000+ delegates, who
are potential customers". You can also use the expo as a platform to
project your company as a Linux solution/service provider.
- FOSS Product exhibitors:
Use the Linux Bangalore/2004 expo as a platform to showcase your product
to the delegates and decision makers. Your product will get more visibility
than from having a website.
- Linux & FOSS User Groups:
You can send a team of representatives from your LUG. You can showcase
the initiatives that your LUG is undertaking and the support that you
provide in your area. This helps in increased interaction among the
various LUGs in India.
- Linux / Open Source Initiatives:
Get more people to know about your initiatives. Get more volunteers/members/
participants/sponsors for your initiative. In short the LB/2004 expo helps
you in gaining acceptance in the Linux world.
Exhibition Facilities and Tariffs
The tariff for the stalls are shown in the table below.
| Area | Rate in INR | Rate in USD |
| S | Reserved for sponsors | - |
| A (10' x 10') | Rs.60,000 | US$1,300 |
| B | Reserved for information stalls and press contact points | - |
| C (10' x 10') | Rs.60,000 | US$1,300 |
| D (10' x 8') | Reserved for FOSS Projects and FOSS Community Organisations (LUGs) | - |
The facilities provided in each stall will consist of:
- One 3' x 1' conference table
- Two standard conference chairs
- Printing of your organization's name on the stall
- Floor carpet
- One power socket
Equipment such as machines, cables, wires, extra chairs, pinups etc. have to
be arranged by you.
Also, if you want to setup anything additional or have fancy setups, the
arrangements have to be made by you.
Terms and Conditions
- All stall bookings are available on first-come, first-serve basis.
- The stall will be confirmed only after the payment is received.
- Payment details will be made available on request.
Contact
To participate as an exhibitor and to know more details, please feel free to contact us.