Rio de Janeiro is expanding its meeting
facilities by building a new convention centre in the city centre. With a total
of 39,945 sqm the centre will boast 17,500 sqm of exhibition space and an
auditorium seating at least 3,000 people. The centre is slated for completion by
late 2002/ early 2003. It will be just a 30-minute drive from the international
airport and have a metro station of its own. Contact: Rio CVB, +49 (0)611 34 17
960 or riodejaneiro@ tmc-agentur.de