Despite a tough economy and the Iceland volcano just before the start Bauma that interrupted travel to the tradeshow, the show went on and exhibitor all echoed a similar sentiment: Bauma is important is an integral part of the construction industry and a positive outlook is eminent.

Here is what the exhibitors had to say, according to the official Bauma 2010 exhibitor statements (Please note that these statements were translated from German.):

Dr. Robert Abel, director, Putzmeister Concrete Pumps GmbH, Germany

“In the current market environment and the upcoming one in 2010 more than ever an important indicator of future results. Therefore we are particularly pleased that, increasingly, despite the known start-up problems since Wednesday, many important customers have come. This is in addition to Europe, especially for the Middle East, Africa, and partly also for [South and East Asia]. There we have made good business and look forward to the rest of the week yet with great optimism. ”

Stacie Adams, communications manager, Liugong Machinery Corp., China

“Bauma 2010 is an integral part of our global marketing activities. Bauma 2010 to enable our company, all markets simultaneously to achieve in one place. Liugong is with 119 dealers on all continents, a fast growing company. Therefore bauma is an important focus point in our Total marketing.”

Thomas Bauer, chief executive officer, Bauer Maschinen GmbH Schrobenhausen, Germany

“With great joy we saw what many customers have taken upon himself in order – despite ban – but yet to experience the upcoming one. This also means: Our current customer service has paid off. Overall, we see after this bauma not yet over, despite the financial crisis, a positive outlook for the coming years. ”

Peter Brandt, segment manager for construction, Hilti Germany GmbH, Germany

“The fair organizers have managed to turn professional preparation by numerous visitors from international and domestic. Bauma is an excellent platform to show innovation and maintain national and international relations. The high interest has far exceeded our expectations. Bauma 2013 is set for Hilti. ”

Sung-Chul Choe, chairman KOCEMA, Korea Construction Equipment Manufacturers Association, Korea

“I am confident that lend bauma 2010, the construction machinery and equipment industry is world’s new drive to improve technology, to promote trade and to share visions.”