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This summer, the fifth edition of Summer Sourcing Show for Gifts, Houseware & Toys returned on July 2-5, 2008 at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) after its remarkable success in 2007. 610 exhibitors from 16 countries and regions came to Hong Kong and showcased their top gift, premium, houseware and toy items at this year’s show. These include exhibitors from Hong Kong, Australia, Chinese mainland, Germany, India, Japan, Peru, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, the Philippines, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the United States and Vietnam and the UK. The number of exhibitors from Taiwan increased by 24 per cent from last year. A total of 18,894 buyers were attracted from 83 countries and regions to come and source the latest products. As an international mid-season sourcing trading platform, HKTDC organised 80 buying missions of more than 3,000 buyers from all over the world. These included prominent buying offices such as Grand Stores LLC and Memar International Company (LLC) from the United Arab Emirates; Expedition from Russia; Sanrio Far East Co Ltd, Bandai Co Ltd from Japan; and MorganWare and House from Australia. The 7 th HKTDC Hong Kong Licensing Show was also concurrently held on July 2-4 at Hall 2 of HKCEC. Close to 10,000 buyers visited this 3-day show to meet with the 132 local and overseas exhibitors featuring international brands and licensed characters. This has added immense value to the visits of the buyers from all around the world. Fair Highlights New Zones – Advertising Premium and Home Tech The Summer Sourcing Show was divided into different theme zones. Two new zones were introduced - Advertising Premium showcased promotional gifts & articles, novelties and posters and Home Tech showcased latest healthcare electronics, home security, intelligent home appliances, home automation and small electrical appliances. Premium section – Treasure Island Apart from the traditional distinct product zones: Gift Ideas, Dining and Cooking, Home Living, Style and Décor, Fun and Play, Costume Jewellery and Ladies’ World, the premium section - Treasure Island – was again featured at this year’s fair. The Treasure Island dedicated to products distinguished by their exceptional standards of style, quality and creativity. Seminars Market knowledge and corporate management are keys to success of SMEs. Hence, several key seminars and forums were organised at the fairground. Chairmen of related associations and prominent industry representatives briefed the audience on the latest industry trends, product safety directives and export credit risk management. The audience were pleased to obtain the most updated industry knowledge from the show. Summer Success goes on For next summer, HKTDC Summer Sourcing Show will be held concurrently with HKTDC Hong Kong Fashion Week for Spring/ Summer during 6-9 July 2009 at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. These shows will continue to provide industry players an excellent alternative to traditional international exhibitions. For further information, please visit the official website of HKTDC Summer Sourcing Show at: http://summersourcingshow.hktdc.com/ Or contact Exhibitions Department Hong Kong Trade and Development Council Unit 13, Expo Galleria Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre 1 Expo Drive, Wanchai, Hong Kong Tel: (852) 1830 668 Fax: (852) 2824 0026 e-mail: exhibitions@tdc.org.hk | ||||||||||
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