2024 Exhibition Stand Trends
get your free exhibition stand design todayWe like to keep our fingers on the pulse when it comes to exhibition stand industry trends. Last year, Motive Director Ed Marshall proved this by sharing his spookily accurate predictions for exhibition stand trends for...
What is a custom exhibition stand?
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444What is a custom exhibition stand? A custom exhibition stand is a unique and personalised display stand that is specifically designed and built to meet the specific requirements of an individual exhibitor. A custom exhibition...
5 tips for maximising your events and marketing budget
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444Read on to discover our five top tips for maximising your event budget across an entire tradeshow calendar. If you exhibit several times a year, it can be a real drain on your budget. We see it all the time: businesses book...
Is exhibition stand hire the best option for you?
get your free exhibition stand design todayIs exhibition stand hire the best option for you?: The pros and cons and basically, everything you need to know The most common form of exhibition stand hire uses an easily assembled and disassembled modular system (or...
9 signs you need a new exhibition stand designer
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444 The thought of moving to a new exhibition stand designer might feel like a huge risk or a mountainous task not worth doing. Consequently, businesses and marketing teams would rather put up with all sorts of shoddy...
2023 Exhibition Stand Trends
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 4442023 Exhibition stand trends With the exhibition industry well and truly unlocked, we thought it was a good time to round up the exhibition stand trends we’ve seen emerging and what our predictions are for next year. 1....
Motive win in the SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards 2022
SME Cambridgeshire Business Award Winnerswe're sME Cambridgeshire Business Award Winners 13th October 2022. We joined other Cambridgeshire businesses for the Cambridge Independent SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards 2022 for a glittering awards ceremony at Cambridge...
10 Creative Ideas To Make Your Exhibition Booth Pop!
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444We spend a lot of time at exhibitions (well, that’s hardly surprising considering what we do!) so, we can tell you that 90% of exhibition booths look pretty much the same. They do the job – nice graphics, product placement,...
Motive are finalists in the SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards 2022
Motive are finalists in the Cambridgeshire SME AwardsNot wanting to blow our own trumpet but… We are so proud that Motive are finalists in two categories in the Cambridge Independent SME Cambridgeshire Business Awards 2022! We have been shortlisted in the Business...
6 questions to ask yourself before you buy an exhibition stand
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444It is often assumed that if you exhibit, you must own the exhibition stand or that it can only be used once. In fact, there are lots of options including renting your exhibition stand - or exhibition booth and combining...
25+ Inspirational Exhibition Stand Ideas
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444Are you looking for creative exhibition stand design ideas and inspiration? You’ve come to the right place! From outdoor exhibition stands to large island exhibition stands; we’ve showcased some great examples with tips on how...
9 Reasons You Should Hire Your Next Exhibition Stand
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444You’ve been given your brand's exhibition stand to manage. You’re aware you can hire an exhibition stand, but what’s best for you? Buy or hire your next exhibition stand? the main reasons you might choose to hire your next...
Shell Scheme vs Space Only – What’s The Difference?
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444Shell scheme stand or space only? What’s the difference and what’s best? It’s a question we get asked quite a bit. There is often confusion about the different types of exhibition stands and spaces you can book. So here’s the...
What is a Shell Scheme and how do you make it look good?
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444Are you poring over floor plans trying to work out what’s what after being schmoozed on a call with the exhibition sales team? There are so many different types of exhibition stands; it can be hard to know which type of stand...
5 ways to attract visitors to your stand
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444If you are new to exhibiting or haven’t exhibited in a while – the biggest worry that you probably have is that no-one will come over to your stand and all the expense and preparation will have been for nothing. Don’t fret –...
Complete A-Z Guide to Exhibition Stand Design
Complete A-Z Guide to Exhibition Stand Design We’ve explained every term, acronym and quirk relating to planning, designing and managing an exhibition stand design project.let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444Complete A-Z Guide to Exhibition Stand Design The...
5 Reasons to Exhibit at InstallerSHOW 2022
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444Last August, InstallerSHOW announced it would be moving to Birmingham NEC from Coventry’s Ricoh Arena as it continues to grow and cement its place as an essential feature in the calendar for heating, plumbing, renewable energy...
The Secret to a Successful Bespoke Exhibition Stand
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444When it comes to bespoke exhibition stand design, the sky's the limit in terms of both budget and creativity. A bespoke exhibition stand is perfect if you are launching a new product or brand and want to create a buzz. It can...
How far ahead should I start planning for a big trade show?
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444planning for a big trade show table of contents: Marketing plans Time budget A last-minute exhibition on your mind? We are often asked: ‘How far ahead should I start planning for a big trade show?’. For most businesses,...
11 ways to attract a crowd to your exhibition stand
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444Are you worried no one will visit your stand when there is the lure of so many big, glitzy stands? Make it as easy as possible for prospects to visit your stand and engage with your brand. We’ve created 11 ideas to consider...
10 ways to make your exhibition stand more sustainable
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444The exhibition industry does not have a very good track record in environmental terms. Much of the materials used are not recyclable including single-use plastics or foamex. However, we believe that if we work together to...
How to write the perfect exhibition stand brief
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444Are you ready to write the perfect exhibition stand brief? When you decide to exhibit, you will need to make some key decisions before you start the process of designing your exhibition stand. We’ve worked with growing SMEs,...
Insider’s guide: modular exhibition stand hire
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444It’s no secret that sustainability is an important issue for us at Motive Exhibitions and we make every effort to recycle, reconfigure and reuse as much equipment and materials as possible throughout the work we do for any...
Why choose exhibition stand hire?
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444There are many reasons why you should choose exhibition stand hire over buying outright. A reusable exhibition stand might be a great alternative to purchasing a stand for your purposes. The main benefit is that you don’t have...
6 Essential Tips for Exhibiting at Trade Shows
let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 4446 essential tips to make the most out of exhibiting at trade shows 1. pick the right show This sounds obvious right? But it's not always that easy. What’s the point of going to a show where none of your customers are? This...
Different Types of Exhibition Stands
We give you the pros and cons of each stand type so you can make the right choicelet's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444There are so many different types of exhibition stands; it can be hard to know which type of stand is right for you and your company. Our guide...
How do I Make an Exhibition Stand Checklist?
get your free exhibition stand design todayOrganising an exhibition can be a daunting task with lots of elements requiring organisation simultaneously. If you haven’t exhibited before; you may be unsure where to start. Don’t worry, our 7-step guide on how to make an...
Ten ideas to make the most of your small exhibition stand
It’s easy to think that the bigger the stand you have, the more you will stand out in grand exhibition halls. However, when it comes to exhibitions, that isn’t necessarily true. A small exhibition stand with friendly, well-designed with knowledgeable staff will...
Can you recycle foamex?
The guide to foamex and more sustainable alternativesCan you recycle foamex? A question I am regularly asked is, “can you recycle foamex?” and "can I use it to make an eco friendly exhibition stand?".Recycling pvc foam board, is it all smoke and mirrors? Before we...
Creating an interactive exhibition stand
looking for ideas of creating more interaction on your stand?let's chat, call us today on 01480 597 444creating an interactive exhibition stand Are you looking for ways to really engage with your prospective clients? Your colleagues or bosses have suggested going for...
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