Interwire 2021 canceled, Industry 4.0 conference to be hosted virtually

The climbing Covid-19 cases and corresponding employee health and safety measures have led WAI’s Board of Directors to cancel this year’s staging of Interwire, which was set to mark the 40th year since the show was introduced in Atlanta, Georgia.

Commenting on the difficult decision, Tom Heberling (President of the Wire Association International) said, “It is our responsibility as the Interwire host to deliver a safe, fair, viable, and valuable event to all of our constituents. Unfortunately, having reviewed the data and the evolving factors that must affect the Interwire 2021 trade exposition and conference, the Board’s decision reflects the challenging operating environment facing all businesses.”

Attracting exhibitors, attendees, speakers, and sponsors from over 50 countries and more than 200 suppliers, the Interwire was highly anticipated by key players in the wire and cable industry to provide the essential face-to-face forum that has been missing since the beginning of the pandemic.

In support of the industry during this unprecedented period, the Industry 4.0 conference will be held virtually on the same dates (October 26-27) along with WAI’s 91st Annual Convention.

WAI’s Executive Director Steve Fetteroll commented, “The Board of Directors devoted their expertise and considerable time to developing the first-ever Industry 4.0 Program that was set to stage at Interwire. The Industry 4.0 Program combined with the expansive exhibit was just what the industry needed. I regret that their key contributions along with the tremendous staff efforts will not be fully realized on the Interwire stage”.

News about the new conference will be detailed at www.interwire21.com.
The Association remains grateful to its supporters. It is committed to the 2023 Interwire that will provide value to exhibitors, sponsors, speakers, attendees, and partners alike.

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