LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Registration is now open for GIE+EXPO 2016, and with the combination of new features, many exhibitors expanding their booths and travel discounts, it's shaping up to be even bigger than last year's record-setting year. The annual tradeshow is set for October 19-21 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville and online registration is available at www.gie-expo.com.

Attendees can expect to see more new products as many exhibitors have signed on for larger booths to showcase their latest innovations. Among the companies increasing space are Kohler Engines, Husqvarna, Hustler Turf, Mean Green Mowers, Avant Tecno USA Inc., Isuzu Commercial Truck of America Inc., Yamaha Motor Corp. USA, Ningbo LERA, JCB, Bobcat, Colombia Outdoor Power Equipment, Arctic Snow And Ice and Mitsubishi Fuso.

"This show brings together such a wide variety of industry stakeholders and provides a rare opportunity to view the latest and greatest product innovations — all under one roof," said Mark Johansen, director of marketing, Kohler Engines. "We've participated from the very beginning and will be expanding our booth as part of our ongoing commitment to engage attendees in unique and memorable ways."

Show Features

New on the lineup for dealers, the UTV University will provide valuable advice and tools for UTV dealers. These education sessions will be held Wednesday, Oct. 19, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. The education program will have a trade focus and will feature classroom-based sessions conducted by recognized powersports industry experts, including Mark Mooney, the most highly scored speaker at powersports industry events. Topics will include building profits in each dealership department with UTV sales, merchandising to increase line item sales as well as a round table discussion with UTV manufacturers and industry leaders. The complete schedule will be announced soon.

Also, back by popular demand, Bob Clements and his team will offer five free workshops in the Dealer Resource Pavilion. The pavilion will be in a new location on the show floor, allowing dealers easier access to the exclusive area. In addition to workshops, dealers will find a showroom and a parts & service department where they can get tips on how to create high-performance dealerships, maximize their budget and more. The Dealer Resource Pavilion will be open all three days of the show.

Travel Discounts

Two airlines are currently offering discounts for GIE+EXPO travel.

  • Delta Airlines is offering up to 10% discounts on flights. Go to www.delta.com/meeting, click on "Book A Trip" and use code: NMNLX. For groups of 10 or more, call 800-328-2216.

  • Southwest is offering 8% off Business Select and Anytime fares and 2% off Wanna Get Away fares. Go to www.swabiz.com. Click on "Book Travel" and enter Company ID: 99636972.

In addition, Louisville's Housing Bureau makes booking hotel reservations quick and easy with pre-arranged rates. For immediate hotel confirmation, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, book your reservation at www.gie-expo.com/hotels. To make reservations by phone, call the Louisville Housing Bureau at 800-743-3100 Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. EDT.

GIE+EXPO 2016

GIE+EXPO's 2016 dates are Wednesday, Oct. 19, Dealer Day and Oct. 20-21 for all industry participants. The annual event is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute Inc. (OPEI), Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS) and National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP). HNA is sponsored by the Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute (ICPI).

For information: www.gie-expo.com.

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