Print and Advertising Service Show (PASS) the first print and advertising service exhibition in the Maldives has come to a close.

The three day exhibition that took place at the national art gallery showcased over 13 key exhibitors saw industry professionals, Business owners, Event organisers and publishing companies from all over the country and South East Asia attend.

PASS saw attendees take part in a lucky draw that gave out prizes each night . The grand lucky draw award was a return ticket to colombo for two by metal signs of Donad investments sponsored by traveller globe pvt ltd. Other prizes included a 20% discount on a wedding photo and videography package by Nern, 500 eco friendly non woven bags by top printers, 50% discount on any large front print by print lab and a 500MVR gift voucher for all products and services by Novelty printer and publishers

The platform proved to be a long awaited showcase to present the printing and publishing capabilities of local business and to provide a host of opportunities for exhibitors to showcase their services and skills to critical decision makers of the industry.

"We have learned a lot of key information regarding the needs of exhibitors and we hope to further improve PASS for the coming year by featuring more exhibitors and by implementing further improvements" Said Mohamed Nawaaf Rasheed operations & events manager of hirise

"We received a high amount of visitors from key stake holders of the industry and a lot of positive feedback" 

The event was organised by High rise international in association with M7 printers that main event sponsor and co sponsors Top Printers, Novelty printers and publishers and Print Lab. High rise was formed in 2007 as a graphic design and event management company and quickly expanded into a full fledge marketing firm, operating from Male Maldives & Colombo, Sri Lanka