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China International Hardware Show 2006
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2006-04-19
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China International Hardware Show 2006
Powered by PRACTICAL WORLD
Time:Sep.27-29st 2006
Visitor
China International Hardware Show 2006 - Powered by PRACTICAL WORLD, is the most significant trade event covering the areas Tools, Security, Locks and Fittings, Home Improvement/DIY and Gardening in the Asian region.
Practical World Asia 2005, in cooperation with China International Hardware Show was held at Shanghai New International Expo Center within an area of 58,000 square metres. A total of 1,420 companies used the two fairs as an outstanding presentation and business platform, which was visited by 31,203 visitors from 80 countries. Of these, 120 companies from 15 countries with an internationality of over 90 percent exhibited in the PRACTICAL WORLD ASIA segment.
Higher turnout is expected in 2006 with more than 1,600 exhibitors occupying more than 70,000 square metres in seven halls.
Be prepared to see high calibre trade professionals from:
Builders
Consultants
Contractors
Department Stores
Discount Stores
Distributors
Engineering Companies
Exporters
Hardware Wholesalers/Retailers
Home Centers
Importers
Lawn & Garden Wholesalers/Retailers
Machinery Manufacturers
Manufacturers
Merchandisers
Retailers
Specialty Stores
Wholesalers
Multinational Retailers and Trade Buyers are invited to source at China International Hardware Show 每 Powered by PRACTICAL WORLD. More than 35,000 visitors are expected to visit China International Hardware Show 每 Powered by PRACTICAL WORLD 2006. The international visitors will be coming from 91 different countries/regions, which include Germany, Hong Kong (SAR), India, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom and the USA. Among many leading multinational retailers, China International Hardware Show / Practical World ASIA has attracted names such as B&Q - the world largest hardware and building materials retailer and its British parent Kingfisher.
Exhibitor
The success of China International Hardware Show is much leveled by the current international trade in hardware. Exports were up by almost 40% with the U.S. staying at the top for export market, while imports grew by approximately 25%. Another trend that attests to the growth in this sector is the entry and expansion of foreign hardware and DIY retail chains into China. It is estimated that there are now over 100 large home improvement stores in China, with B&Q, Home Depot and Ace Hardware vying for a slice of this market.
More recently, the Chinese economy is forecast (by Economist Intelligence Unit ) to see a GDP growth of 9.3% in 2005, underpinned by exports and investments, though a slight dip to 8% in 2006 is expected as the government＊s efforts to curb overinvestment takes effect. The Chinese market remains a viable sourcing ground for both hardware tools and home improvement manufacturers and suppliers. The Chinese National Interior Decoration Association postulates that the average Chinese consumer spent some US$50 billion in home d谷cor and DIY supplies in 2004 每 an increase of 65% from 2003.
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