21/09/2026
Hosted this year at BITEC in Bangkok, Thailand (September 14–17), Gastech 2026 is a cornerstone of the global exhibition calendar. As the world’s largest gathering for natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, and climate technologies, the monumental trade show just concluded with record-breaking attendance, drawing nearly 60,000 energy professionals, 1,000 global exhibitors, and representatives from over 150 countries. Standing out at an event of this magnitude is a formidable challenge. The show floor featured dozens of expansive international country pavilions, each fiercely competing for attention while representing the energy ecosystems and innovative technologies of global powerhouses. Against this highly competitive backdrop, Fret Free Exhibitions designed an immersive, high-traffic environment for “Innovation Norway," successfully accommodating 14 distinct Norwegian organisations under one cohesive, award-winning national banner. The Best Pavilion award recognizes exceptional spatial design, brand integration, visitor flow, and structural ingenuity on a massive scale.
“Jon Fretter, Founder & Director at Fret Free Exhibitions, commented: “Winning Best Pavilion at a show the size of Gastech is an incredible milestone for our team. Gastech isn't just a trade show; it is a sprawling, globally significant mega-event where the standard of design and architecture is incredibly high. To have our work for the Norway Pavilion recognised above so many other heavily backed international pavilions is a testament to the creativity and dedication of our team here in South Wales.”"
The success highlights a growing trend of UK-based creative and logistical agencies punching above their weight on the global stage. From its headquarters in Ebbw Vale South Wales, Fret Free Exhibitions has built a reputation for managing complex, bespoke and modular builds across international borders, proving that local Welsh businesses can seamlessly deliver elite, world-class infrastructure for international governments and global industries.
For more information on Fret Free Exhibitions and their award-winning trade show designs, please
visit fretfreeexhibitions.com.
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