5 Questions for Koji Naito | Meinan Machinery Works
Koji Naito, Sales Manager at Meinan Machinery Works Co. Ltd., shares why LIGNA is an important event for the Japanese company. He discusses the opportunity to connect with global customers, build lasting relationships, and highlights some memorable moments from the international trade fair.
5 Feb 2025Share
1. What makes LIGNA so special for you?
LIGNA provides us with exceptional opportunities to connect with potential customers from across the globe. It's also a valuable platform to stay up-to-date with industry trends and gain insights into global customer needs.
2. What have you been most pleased about at a LIGNA?
We’ve had the pleasure of meeting people who were completely unfamiliar with Meinan but later became some of our most loyal supporters. It’s also rewarding to reconnect with long-standing customers and share memorable dinners in the heart of Hannover.
3. What is the funniest/best/surprising thing you have experienced at LIGNA?
Whenever our exhibit machine started running, large crowds would gather at our booth. One gentleman visited daily, intently observing the machine. We later discovered he was the owner of a South American company. Two years after that LIGNA, he purchased the same machine we had demonstrated.
4. When is a LIGNA a successful LIGNA for you?
One of the key challenges was clearly communicating the types of machines Meinan produces and demonstrating how they stand out from European competitors. Being a company from Japan, far from Europe, also posed a challenge initially. However, we’re proud that many customers and visitors now recognize Meinan and appreciate our products.
5. When is a LIGNA a successful LIGNA for you?
LIGNA is a success for us when we see that industry professionals from around the world know and recognize Meinan Machinery Works, Inc.
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