Munich 2020 cancelled

[Steve Williams]

Heard talk this morning about either canceling the NCAA basketball finals or to play the games without any spectators

 

[Rhapsody]

Same with Axpona, the show will go on, but with no attendees allowed

 

[NorthStar]

Same with Axpona, the show will go on, but with no attendees allowed

What's the use of that Robert?

 

[Rhapsody]

What's the use of that Robert?

To POKE at Axpona because I think it is irresponsible for them to just say the "show will go on" vs. saying we will wait for a week or two to see the lay of the land at that time and then make a final decision.

 

[NorthStar]

1918, 50 million people died of a flu. Out of 1.9 billion people.

We are in a different world, medicine and hygiene is in another level but still.

I envy you and I hope you are right.

User211, I am trying to share my view on a matter. I am not disrespecting you. I am not attacking you. It’s just an opinion. I may not be as smart as you, so it is a bit rude to mock a grown up person. Please provide a better point, be kind, be nice and I will be happy to change my view for the better. This is what these forums are for.

100% correct ^ in regards to respect in expressing our views.

 

[NorthStar]

To POKE at Axpona because I think it is irresponsible for them to just say the "show will go on" vs. saying we will wait for a week or two to see the lay of the land at that time and then make a final decision.

That sounds insensitive to me.

 

[Rhapsody]

That sounds insensitive to me.

Whatever......

 

[NorthStar]

Stay put and well and safe Robert.

 

[Rhapsody]

Stay put and well and safe Robert.

Bob,

You aren't spending $15K+ to exhibit at Axpona. With Axpona at this time saying the show "Will go on" regardless of the situation we have no choice but to start arranging for international shipments and international travel for our room equipment and international room staff.

I would bet a large sum of $$$ that in six weeks from now public gatherings will, not be allowed totally, or at least be recommended for people not to attend large public gatherings. This would result in VERY few attendees. I hope I am wrong, but this is what I predict.

Munich took the high road, although Munich is in Euro of course and an International show, I understand that. But I think Axpona's current positioning of the show should be handled in a different manner.

Instead of taking all of this into consideration and looking at it on a day-by-day basis, Axpona is just saying the show is going on regardless. I think Axpona is being irresponsible and sorry if it seems insensitive to you.

 

[NorthStar]

You misunderstood me Robert; I too find it irresponsible...that was what I was saying.

 

[Rhapsody]

You misunderstood me Robert; I too find it irresponsible...that was what I was saying.

I APOLOGIZE All good.

I thought you were saying that I was insensitive. I'm not liking it at all (Axpona) because instead of a 2 hour flight I am probably going to end up driving 12 hours both ways just because of circumstances. You won't get me into and airport/airplane unless absolutely necessary.

Then spending all of the $$$ and then probably being there with very few attendees....it's frustrating.

 

[NorthStar]

I APOLOGIZE All good.

I thought you were saying that I was insensitive. I'm not liking it at all (Axpona) because instead of a 2 hour flight I am probably going to end up driving 12 hours both ways just because of circumstances. You won't get me into and airport/airplane unless absolutely necessary.

Then spending all of the $$$ and then probably being there with very few attendees....it's frustrating.

You're one of the best guy on the planet; it's the Axpona show decision that I found insensitive.
Certainly not you Robert. Keep things well under control in New York...I know it's not easy right now; I've read the latest news on the world channel this morning.
In Los Angeles neither it's easy this morning, actually all on the West Coast.

 

[Rhapsody]

You're one of the best guy on the planet; it's the Axpona show decision that I found insensitive.
Certainly not you Robert. Keep things well under control in New York...I know it's not easy right now; I've read the latest news on the world channel this morning.
In Los Angeles neither it's easy this morning, actually all on the West Coast.

Thx

Not sure about one of the best guys on the planet.....I'm sure I could get a few carbon life forms to disagree with you on that

Unfortunately I think NYC will turn into a zoo, as if it's not already, in the next month......time will tell.

 

[Steve Williams]

Los Angeles County was just declared a disaster area due to 2 more coronavirus deaths

 

[ALF]

Unfortunately I think NYC will turn into a zoo, as if it's not already, in the next month......time will tell.[/QUOTE]

It is, especially at Yankee stadium

 

[Nuprin]

Damn 80+ countries now. 6 new cases in L.A. and 3 more in NY.

Do you still think this is hype perpetuated by the media, user211?

 

[jeff1225]

Yeah, that happened for the great influenza pandemic of 1919. Everyone was elated over the low new cases in the summer.

Do you know what happened in the fall after the 'summer disinfectant'? The strain became even more virulent. 650,000 dead in October alone.

There is no comparison between the pandemic of 1919 and Covid-19, to compare the two is to be completely ignorant of history.

 

[wisnon]

1918, 50 million people died of a flu. Out of 1.9 billion people.

We are in a different world, medicine and hygiene is in another level but still.

I envy you and I hope you are right.

User211, I am trying to share my view on a matter. I am not disrespecting you. I am not attacking you. It’s just an opinion. I may not be as smart as you, so it is a bit rude to mock a grown up person. Please provide a better point, be kind, be nice and I will be happy to change my view for the better. This is what these forums are for.

https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/14/8/07-1313_article

A scientific take...

 

[wisnon]

Damn 80+ countries now. 6 new cases in L.A. and 3 more in NY.

Do you still think this is hype perpetuated by the media, user211?

The Flu is likely in more than 200 countries every year and this year alone accounts for 18K deaths in the US alone. P-E-R-S-P-E-C-T-I-V-E.

 

[Kingsrule]

Vendors and attendees who planned on Axpona 2020 would be smart to cancel.....all it takes is one contact.........not worth the risk