An interview with Werner M. Dornscheidt, board chairman, Messe Düsseldorf

Q: There are indications that drupa 2008 will surpass the record-breaking 2000 show. In what respects?
Dornscheidt: Since the closing date for exhibitor applications, it has been clear that drupa 2008 will be the largest yet. The exhibition grounds are totally booked, with 170,000 square meters of show space and 1,800 exhibitors. For an idea of the total show space, just imagine an area the size of about 40 soccer fields. We expect 400,000 visitors, with more than 50 percent from outside of Germany.