Four Lifestyle Fairs to open in fall 2024 in Hong Kong
Hong Kong and Thailand have enjoyed robust bilateral trade relations on a range of products and services over the years. Adding to Hong Kong’s business advantages, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) organises world-class exhibitions in Hong Kong to create business opportunities for corporations around the world.
Vian Cheung, Director, Thailand and South Asia, HKTDC announced here today that four lifestyle fairs will be held in the coming September to November in Hong Kong, which will offer ideal platforms for traders and suppliers from Thailand to expand their businesses into new markets. These fairs are:
- HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair (3-7 September)
- Salon de TIME (3-7 September)
- CENTRESTAGE (4-7 September)
- HKTDC Hong Kong International Optical Fair (6-8 November)
‘Last year, we staged some 40 major events, attracting over 22,000 exhibitors and over 430,000 physical buyers and participants from Hong Kong, the mainland and around the world.’ Ms Vian Cheung said, ‘Since the resumption of international travel in February 2023, we have seen global exhibitors and buyers returning to Hong Kong in droves, reaffirming Hong Kong’s status as a leading business and investment hub.’ She looked forward to welcoming more corporations in Thailand to explore business opportunities and tap into global markets through HKTDC exhibitions. She also highly encouraged all buyers, distributors and retailers from Thailand to come to Hong Kong for sourcing.
Thailand is Hong Kong’s 10th largest trading partner. In 2023, the total trade value between the two places reached USD 19.2 billion. Thailand was Hong Kong’s 12th major export market with a total export value of USD 8.3 billion and the 9th largest import source with an import value of USD 10.9 billion.
Portfolio of the Lifestyle Fairs in Fall 2024
HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair
Salon de TIME
3-7 September 2024 Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
27 August – 14 September 2024 Click2Match (Online)
www.hktdc.com/hkwatchfair
www.hktdc.com/hkwatchfair/te
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, together with the concurrent Salon de TIME, will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 3-7 September 2024. The fairs will return in an EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, complemented by the “Click2Match”, an online smart business matching platform that will operate from 27 August – 14 September, providing a convenient and efficient platform for traders to connect.
Pageant of Eternity at the Watch & Clock Fair displays a premium and high-end collection of exquisitely finished watches. Other exhibiting categories consist of “Complete Watches”, “Pre-owned Watches”, “Clocks”, “Machinery & Equipment”, “OEM Smart Watches”, “Packaging”, “Parts & Components” and “Trade Services”.
Salon de TIME gathers around 130 prestigious watch brands and designer collections in five themed zones. World Brand Piazza being the spotlight features limited editions and rare timepieces from internationally renowned brands. Chic & Trendy features stylish and trendy labels. Craft Treasure is the home to hugely popular mechanical timepieces and exquisite jewelled watches. Renaissance Moment is the historic showcase of timeless European classics. Wearable Tech showcases an array of smartwatches with dynamic technology. Salon de TIME is open to both trade and public visitors. In 2023, the fairs attracted more than 700 exhibitors and over 17,000 buyers.
Success stories in 2023
Buyer
Hendra Kesuma
CEO, Radatime
Indonesia
‘Established in 2009, Radatime is an e-tailer in Indonesia, selling medium-priced fashion watches and sports watches. The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME allow us to source all kinds of watches in one go. We have found 10-15 potential suppliers from Hong Kong and Mainland China at the twin fairs in 2023. We will place orders with one to two new suppliers for fashion watches and sports watches and the size of each order is around US$10,000. The newly launched Scan2Match function provides a very useful tool for us to keep the history of exhibitors that we are interested in following up.’
CENTRESTAGE
4-7 September 2024 Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
www.centrestage.com.hk
Asia’s premier fashion event CENTRESTAGE, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) with Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) as the Lead Sponsor, will take place from 4 – 7 September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
This four-day event will showcase over 200 brands and will be open to both industry professionals and the public.
To keep pace with the dynamic fashion landscape, CENTRESTAGE will not only present sustainable fashion but also showcase the latest in sportswear and athleisure wear, and attire inspired by art and culture, among others. The event will unveil cutting-edge concepts and designs, offering insights into the latest advancements in the fashion industry.
Additionally, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, a highly anticipated annual fashion extravaganza, is set to take place on the evening of 3 September, showcasing the breathtaking creations of a renowned designer, as a captivating prelude to the fair’s official opening.
The Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show, a fashion showcase to be held on the opening day, 4 September, will feature a selection of renowned Hong Kong designer brands.
Alongside a series of captivating fashion shows, a range of seminars featuring esteemed industry experts will be conducted to delve into the latest industry trends and insights.
In 2023, the fair attracted more than 7,700 buyers from 78 countries and regions visiting and making purchases.
Success stories in 2023
Buyer
Rampamas Wiwatwisawakorn
Senior Department Manager, Ladies Boutique, The Mall Group
Thailand
‘I’ve met with 3 brands. 2 from Hong Kong and 1 from Korea. The ready-to-wear products and designs are quite good. I will get the distributors to follow up with the brands directly. If they’re able to close the deal, I can then maybe offer a space for them in the malls. I’ve made a lot of good connections at CENTRESTAGE. Surprisingly when I am here, I’m able to meet a lot of potential suppliers from Thailand and find ways to collaborate with them such as pop-up stores etc. I’ve had 7 business matching meetings and met with 4 potential brands. Three brands are based in Hong Kong and 1 brand is from Korea.’
HKTDC Hong Kong International Optical Fair
6-8 November 2024 Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
30 October – 15 November 2024 Click2Match (Online)
hkopticalfair.hktdc.com
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 32nd edition of the Hong Kong International Optical Fair will be held from 6-8 November 2024 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The fair will return in an EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, complemented by the “Click2Match”, an online smart business matching platform that will operate from 30 October to 15 November, providing a convenient and efficient platform for traders to connect.
The highlighted Brand Name Gallery features internationally renowned brands, including ANNE MARII, CLASSICO, MINIMA, SEROVA, ST DUPONT STEPPER, All SAINTS, ANNA SUI, BOLON, MOREL, Natura, PARIM, PLUME PEOPLE LUV ME, REEBOK, ROSIE ALLAN, SCOTCH AND SODA, SOLANO, TED BAKER, and VIVIENNE WESTWOOD.
Other zones present a broad spectrum of eyewear products to facilitate precision sourcing, including Smart Eyewear, Contact Lenses & Accessories, Designer Cafe, Sporting & Professional Eyewear, Kids Eyewear & Reading Glasses, Frames, Lenses & Parts, Eyewear Accessories, Diagnostic Instruments, as well as Optometric Instruments, Equipment & Machinery.
In 2023, the fair attracted 700 exhibitors and over 13,000 buyers from 92 countries and regions.
Success stories in 2023
Buyer
Weerapatt Chawalitmonthien
Head of Customer Service, Vision Ventures Co., Ltd.
Thailand
‘Vision Ventures is a holding company in Thailand which has five subsidiaries. Two subsidiaries are wholesalers and the other three operate optical stores in our country. Since our business scope covers every customer segment, I am here to look for a wide range of eyewear from budget items to high-end and luxury models as well as new technologies. I have identified three potential suppliers after attending the business matching meetings arranged through the Click2Match platform. I am interested in buying new items such as a smart AI try-on system for eyewear, and optical pouches and cases made from sustainable materials. The minimum order quantity for pouches and cases is 1,000 pieces. I have collected their catalogues and I’ll discuss them with our purchasing team after the fair.’
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