Festival of Business exposure will be 'priceless' for Island

Monday, 9 September 2013 00:00

The Department of Economic Development says it intends to push the Island as much as possible at next year's International Festival for Business.

The Island’s diverse economy will be promoted at the event in Liverpool which is expected to attract over a million visitors during its two month duration.

It’s seen as a prime opportunity to push e-gaming, aerospace and financial services out to wider international markets.

Chief officer Chris Corlett says the exposure it will give the Island will be priceless:

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