Day One Highlights of HKTDC December Shows
6 December 2017 – The inaugural Smartbiz Expo and the third edition of the Hong Kong International Franchising Show opened today, while the concurrent DesignInspire debuts tomorrow (7 December) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). A press preview was held today, offering a first-hand look at some of the highlight zones and products at the three fairs.
SmartBiz Expo gathers more than 500 exhibitors from 43 countries and regions, showcasing the latest business solutions, technology applications and operation support, serving as a one-stop platform to help companies transform and upgrade.
The Hong Kong International Franchising Show features 130 exhibitors from such places as Hong Kong, the Chinese mainland, Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Australia and the United States, with zones covering catering, retail and other service industries.
More than 220 exhibitors from 11 countries and regions will take part in tomorrow’s inaugural DesignInspire, showcasing over 620 designs and installations. The fair features the latest global design trends and styles to provide creative solutions for the industry and create business opportunities.
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Exhibiting at the “Urbanovation” theme pavilion [Booth No : 3E-C01] are O-Pod, an experimental, low-cost, micro-living housing unit (top) to address Hong Kong’s housing shortage, and "imseDOMEome," an immersive, dome-shaped 360-degree projection system (bottom)
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The pavilion of Partner Country Italy [Booth No: 3E-D01]: “Italy Makes A Difference,” showcases 130 designer products of distinctive Italian design, including the latest Lamborghini Aventador S Roadster (left) and the Ducati motorbike (right) |
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Swedish Pavilion [Booth No: 3E-A05] features “The Human Trap,” a large-scale crocheted interactive artwork |
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Pop-up store SHOP [Booth No: 3D-D22 to 3D-F22] features a series of innovative design products, including a limited-edition watch from RADO |
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Smartbiz Expo |
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The Cyberport Startup Alumni Association [Booth No: 1D-D12] booth gathers nine digital technology companies, including OpenVr.shop, an online platform that allows shop owners to create a virtual reality (VR) branch and boost revenue |
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In the Hatchery zone, KiLax Optiki [Booth No: SU-17] presents what is said to be the world’s first automatic business platform for co-work spaces |
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Hong Kong International Franchising Show |
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bless [Booth No : 1E-A08] is a popular local cold-pressed juice company founded by a group of dietitians and nutritionists. The franchise provides consultation services, efficient delivery services, and supplies a healthy range of raw juice and food |
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As a sizable Korean franchise group, Mak Brands & Nolboo Ltd [Booth No: 1E-A09] is a household name with more than 1,000 outlets in Korea |
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SmartBiz Expo |
Hong Kong International Franchising Show |
DesignInspire
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Date & Opening hours |
6 December: 9:30am-6pm 7-8 December: 10am-6pm |
7-8 December 9:30am-7pm 9 December 9:30am-6:30pm |
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Venue |
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Hall 1B-D |
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Hall 1E |
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Hall 3DE |
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Media Enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Selina Fan Tel: (852) 2584 4298 Email: selina.mi.fan@hktdc.org
Banbi Chen Tel: (852) 2584 4525 Email: banbi.yc.chen@hktdc.org
To view press releases in Chinese, please visit http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc
About the HKTDC
Established in 1966, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body dedicated to creating opportunities for Hong Kong’s businesses. With more than 40 offices globally, including 13 on the Chinese mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a platform for doing business with China, Asia and the world. With 50 years of experience, the HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to provide companies, particularly SMEs, with business opportunities on the mainland and in international markets, while providing information via trade publications, research reports and digital channels including the media room. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.