HAMPSHIRE-based cutting edge technology companies are being offered the chance by Wired Wessex to take part in the world's most important interactive media event.

Milia 2002 will take place in Cannes between February 4 and 8 next year, and the Wired regional delegation has only a handful of places left.

The most critical trade show for the interactive media sector, Milia attracts some 8,000 delegates from over 50 countries across the fields of broadband internet, wireless media, Interactive TV, digital media distribution and games.

"Last year the Wired region delegation had as its base a chartered yacht moored a few minutes away from the main exhibition centre providing the companies involved with an attractive base for receptions, meetings and new product launches" explains Jeremy Gould, executive manager of Wired Wessex. "It produced great results in terms of business won, partnerships forged and networks expanded and we are confident that 2002 will be no less successful."

The Wired region delegation package for Milia 2002 includes admission for two people to the exhibition, use of an attractive base for receptions and product launches, use of shared equipment and meeting rooms coupled with public relations support and project management. The companies attending need only cover their own travel and accommodation costs.

If you are interested in joining the Wired region delegation for Milia 2002 between 4 - 8 February 2002, then you should contact Jeremy Gould at Wired Wessex on 01962 827602.