Eco Expo, Building and Hardware Fair Open Next Week
Environmental Technology, Green Vehicles to be Highlighted
23 October 2015 – The 10th edition of Eco Expo Asia and the HKTDC Hong Kong International Building and Hardware Fair will run from 28 to 31 October at AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE). The twin fairs will feature more than 470 exhibitors showcasing Asia’s latest green technologies and building innovations.
Jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and co-organised by the Environment Bureau, Eco Expo Asia comprises seven thematic zones. It is built around four thematic days, with a variety of special events and conferences related to the daily theme of each day. The Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR, CY Leung, and the Secretary for the Environment of the Hong Kong SAR, Wong Kam-sing will be the guests of honour at the opening ceremony.
The Hong Kong International Building and Hardware Fair takes place over the same four days at AWE. Building Information Modelling (BIM) will be in the spotlight, with a full-day programme dedicated to the BIM Conference on 28 October.
The final day of the two fairs (31 October) is open to the public. Among other opportunities, public visitors will be able to test-drive the Volkswagen e-Golf. They will also be able to purchase the latest eco-friendly products and home improvement and renovation items at the Green Mart and Ideal Home Mart areas of the fair.
You and your representatives are cordially invited to cover the fair and related events.
Media Registration: Hall 6 Entrance, AsiaWorld-Expo (please bring your working pass and name card)
Media Centre: Room 108, Hall 8 Side Entrance, AsiaWorld-Expo
Fair Hours
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Eco Expo Asia |
Building and Hardware Fair |
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AsiaWorld-Expo Hall 3 & Hall 6 |
AsiaWorld-Expo Hall 8 |
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28 October |
10:30am-6pm |
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29 & 30 October |
10am-6pm |
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31 October |
10am-5pm (Open to public for free) |
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Free shuttle bus service between AsiaWorld-Expo and downtown will be provided. For more details, please visit: http://www.hktdc.com/fair/ecoexpoasia-en/s/3016-for_exhibitor/access-to-AsiaWorld-Expo.html
Fair Websites:
Eco Expo Asia: www.ecoexpoasia.com
Building and Hardware Fair: www.hktdc.com/hkbdh
Media Enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC Communication and Public Affairs Department:
Joe Kainz Tel: (852) 2584 4216 Email: joe.kainz@hktdc.org