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Monday, 27 April 2009 |
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| Unwrapping Golden Opportunities |
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The HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair will once again showcase the gamut of trendy and innovative gift products, reinforcing its position as the largest event of its kind in the world. This year we are playing host to more than 3,900 exhibitors - representing record-breaking numbers - from 38 countries and regions. Among them are 16 group pavilions representing The Hong Kong Exporters¡¦ Association, Australia, the Chinese mainland, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Korea, Macau, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
The Turkey pavilion is making its debut this year; its exhibitors are showcasing a wide range of gift and premium products, from traditional to contemporary, underlining the country's capabilities.
| Dazzling Highlights |
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Themed zones help buyers connect with the right suppliers easily and efficiently.
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Focuses on excellence in design and performance, featuring high-end branded items and designer collections. This year welcomes 67 exhibitors - the highest number in its history. Click here for details. |
Tech Gifts section |
Showcases a huge array of state-of-the-art electronics products and gadgets for all aspects of life, for the home and office, for business and pleasure. |
World of Inspiration |
Makes its debut this year. Offering buyers fresh ideas and creative looks, the smart zone is designed to take your business to new level, and features over 350 exhibitors. |
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| Meet the Press |
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At a press conference held on 20 April, journalists from around the world were briefed on the latest developments of the Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair. They also got a valuable opportunity to network with industry players and officials.
From left: Maleki Jou, Deputy Chairman of Iran National Carpet Center; Raymond Yip, Assistant Executive Director of HKTDC; Jeffrey Lam, SBS, JP, Chairman of Fair Organising Committee; Benson Pau, Vice-Chairman of The Hong Kong Exporters' Association; Ashud Ahmed, Consul General of Consulate General of Bangladesh.
| Redeem a Free Gift |
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You can pick up a free gift while discovering the latest gifts and premiums. Simply get a different stamp from any three of the following five locations and you can redeem a beautiful gift sponsored by exhibitors from the Hall of Fine Designs (while stocks last).
Stamp Counters |
Gift Redemption Counters |
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Meeting Rooms 201-212
Meeting Rooms 301-312
Mezzanine 2
Convention Hall
Hall 5 |
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Plaything
Tangle Inc.
Booth: 1D05 |
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| What¡¦s On ¡V 27 April |
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Time |
Activities |
Venue |
11am |
Opening Ceremony* |
Expo Drive Entrance |
6pm-8pm |
Networking Reception* |
Port Cafe |
| Fair Opening Hours |
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Fair Dates |
Opening Hours |
Buyer Registration Hours |
| 27-29 April (Mon-Wed) |
9am-6:30pm |
8:30am-6pm |
30 April (Thu) |
9am-5pm |
8:30am-4:30pm |
| See What the World Has to Say about the World¡¦s Largest Gifts Event |
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Each year the HKTDC creates an intensive marketing campaign targeting buyers worldwide to ensure the success of the show. Take a look at the promotional boards at Expo Drive Entrance, Hall 1E, Hall 5, Hall 7 Entrance and Harbour Road Entrance for more details.
| Two for One |
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Even more sourcing opportunities of direct relevance to gifts and premiums buyers are available at the concurrent Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair at AsiaWorld-Expo. A free shuttle bus service runs between Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and AsiaWorld-Expo during the fairs.
Pick Up / Drop Off Points |
27-29 April |
30 April |
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
AsiaWorld-Expo |
9am-4pm
(every 15 minutes)
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9am-1:30pm
(every 15 minutes)
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AsiaWorld-Expo
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre |
11:30am-6:30pm
(every 15 minutes)
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The above service is subject to change at the organiser's discretion and actual traffic conditions.
| The Brand New ¡§Trade Support Services Zone¡¨ |
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The first-ever ¡§Trade Support Services Zone¡¨ will be set up at the fair to offer international and local buyers and exhibitors a premier platform to meet with Hong Kong¡¦s logistics, accounting, management consultancy and corporate services companies. Please visit us at Mezzanine 1.
| Free Magazine |
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Don't forget to collect a FREE copy of the fair's official magazine at the Buyer Registration Counters, HKTDC Integrated Service Centre, hktdc.com Buyers' Lounge, on presentation of your buyer's badge.
| hktdc.com Customised Sourcing Service |
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Now you can locate the right products you need by getting a list of relevant exhibitors with booth numbers and product photos at the fair. Look for this friendly sign.
| Enquiry Contact |
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Customer Service Line: (852) 1830 668
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Rebecca Tse
Manager, Marketing Communications
Exhibitions Department
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