Special Events on 28 March 2012

Asian Card Summit - 10:00 am (room 201C - level 2)

The Asian Card Summit will officially open the CARTES in Asia exhibition. This is an exceptional event in the smart card technology industry in Asia come and listen to the top executive leaders from the key companies that drive the industry. See the Asian Card Summit programme

Asian SESAMES Award - 11:00 am (room 201C - level 2)

Only the best innovative technological application developed for the Asian Pacific market in the field of smart cards, digital security, identification, secure transactions, and contactless is rewarded. The competition is open to all companies operating in the sector and the jury is composed by experts from the industry. Discover the 5 finalists!

Networking cocktail - 6:00 pm (IKON Restaurant - Level 2)

 To conclude this not to be missed first day, a traditional Lion Dance
 will take you to our networking cocktail at the IKON Restaurant AsiaWorld-Expo.

 The Cocktail is sponsored by MEHK:

"It is my pleasure to welcome you all to Hong Kong, Asia’s premier destination for exhibitions and conventions.

Cartes in Asia in now staging its 3^rd  edition in Hong Kong where is known to be a “high-tech” city, by demonstrating the innovation and technology of secure payment transactions and the identification of mobile security in the Asia Pacific region. Apart from joining Cartes in Asia, in the evening, you may also enjoy a couple of great films at the 36^th Hong Kong International Film Festival which run until 5 April 2012, or experience the racing at the Hong Kong Jockey Club on March 28. It will be definitely one of the most valuable experiences for filmgoers or cultural lovers who always want to have a taste of the living culture in Hong Kong. 

 We would like to take this opportunity to wish you a rewarding time at the fair and an enjoyable stay in Hong Kong!

 Yours Sincerely 

 Meetings and Exhibitions Hong Kong"