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Furniture Manufacturing & Supply China 2006 (FMC 2006)

Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) / September 11-14, 2006

 

Concurrently with:

Furniture China 2006

ZOW China 2006

 

 

 

 
 

 
 
 

The Furniture Manufacturing & Supply China (FMC 2006) will be held from 11-14 September 2006 in Shanghai New International Expo Centre, coinciding with the Furniture China and ZOW China show.

 FMC 2006, collocated with four furniture related exhibitions is part of the mega event Furniture China, which this year is reaching out for a total exhibition area of 220,000 sqm with 1,500 exhibitors from some 132 countries. These exhibitors include some of the biggest furniture manufacturers from China, Germany, U.S.A., Singapore, Taiwan, etc. Exhibitors of FMC do not only benefit from a targeted visitor promotion, bringing in excellent business but also from FMC’s proximity to hundreds of exhibiting furniture manufactures.

 Up to date a numerous range of renown companies have committed to participate, including HOMAG, BIESSE, WEINIG, SCM, FONJIN, ANDERSON, SHODA, Shanghai LIHUA, Shanghai WeiLong, and many more. The Taiwan woodworking Machinery Association will again be present with a distinctive pavilion hosting 30 member companies. Response for FMC 2006 has been excellent so far with bookings exceeding the organizers expectations.

 Anyone who is familiar with ZOW knows that the show is one of the major events for the furniture industry and supplies to the industry worldwide. In only a few years, the show has built up an enviable international reputation at venues in Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia – and now – China. The 2006 edition of ZOW China is certified by the US Department of Commerce and will hold a national pavilion organized together with the state of North Carolina.

 There are more than 50,000 furniture manufacturers in China, and ZOW is the ideal platform to gain a foothold in this quickly expanding Chinese market. Many visitors to Furniture China will take advantage of the opportunity to visit ZOW to see the latest innovative finishes, fittings, lighting and niche systems, edging, profiles, furniture shutters and drawers, materials, upholstery, and more. ZOW not only highlights the latest design trends for furniture fittings, but can help broaden thinking about the development of new products – all of which can give your company a competitive advantage.

 

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IFFS/AFS 2006 SHOW PREVIEW – A RECORD BREAKING YEAR

The International Furniture Fair Singapore 2006 / 23rd ASEAN Furniture Show (IFFS/AFS 2006) has again proven to be an excellent business conduit for the international furniture trade fraternity in Asia. With 505 exhibitors from 29 countries and 17,838 visitors from 113 countries, IFFS/AFS 2006 registered the highest exhibitor and visitor count in its 23-year history ­making it a record-breaking year.

Held from 1 to 5 March and occupying six halls of an astounding nett exhibition space of 35,500 square metres, the five-day event generated a record yield of estimated USD 240 million of spot orders, and projected follow-on sales of USD 2.1 billion for the year ahead. IFFS/AFS 2006 also recorded a 100 percent increase in new exhibitors and significant growth from the ASEAN countries participation. Countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore and Vietnam

displayed an impressive 20 percent increase in nett exhibition space.With more than 32,000 pieces of furniture and furnishing products featured, Singapore boasts the largest collection of quality products in the ASEAN region and remains the preferred sourcing destination for prominent buyers. The show has attracted 40 percent more foreign buying delegations this time round, boasting prominent players from the neigbouring regions as well as Europe, America, the Middle East and Africa.

  Impressed with the products displayed, VIP Buyer Mr. Peter Walkom, Managing Director of Casual Living, Australia, said: "The huge array of products on display, coupled with the distinctive designs, was truly exceptional! We are convinced that three days is not sufficient and we intend to return next year and will stay for the entire show period of five days. We are certain that our business orders springboard from IFFS/AFS."

              Expressing satisfaction over the results from IFFS/AFS 2006, stalwart supporter of the exhibition, Mr. Steven Chew, Chief Operating Officer of Sitra Holdings (International) Pte Ltd, Singapore, said: "This year's show has been the best we had since we started exhibiting at the fair five years ago. We saw more quality buyers this year compared to the previous ones. Besides continuing to use the IFFS/AFS as a key platform to reach out to our customers, we will definitely increase our exhibition space at next year's fair."
   
  Exhibition Statistics
 

  • 505 exhibitors from 29 countries

  • 35,500 square metres of exhibition space (nett)

  • On-spot orders of USD 240 million (estimated)

  • Follow-up sales of USD 2.1 billion (estimated)
   
 

Exhibitors By Region
 

  • ASEAN (43.2%)

  • Asia (42.1%)

  • Oceania (2.2%)

  • Europe (8.0%)

  • The Americas (4.5%)

 
 

VISITORS BY NATURE OF BUSINESS
 

VISITOR STATISTICS

Number of visitors: 17,838

Number of countries: 113

 

     VISITOR BY REGION
   
 

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Paris international furniture fair 2007

<< Salon du Meuble de Paris >>

The 2007 edition of the Paris International Furniture Fair

will be held in Paris Porte de Versailles from  Saturday January 20 to Wednesday January 25, during six days.

I - New changes in the management

The Paris International Furniture fair which is organized by the French Furniture Industries associations ( Unifa and COSP ) has decided to join its efforts with EXPOSIUM one of the main Fair organizers in France and in Europe, affiliated to the UNIBAIL group. EXPOSIUM is going to be with UNIFA and COSP one of the main shareholders.  

This new union between the French Furniture Industries and EXPOSIUM is going to boost the image of the Paris International Furniture  together on French and nternational scenes.

New influx, new marketing strategies toward French and International markets, new concepts on presentation of the products will certainly be one of the major issues of the 2007 edition.  The main goal is to increase the international dimension of the exhibition, improve  assistance and services to Foreign exhibitors and visitors, in increasing worldwide international promotion and communication.

 
 

II - Facts and Figures

Dates : 20 to 25 January 2007                                            A perfectly convenient timing
 

Surface  : 120 000 square meters.

Number of exhibitors   :  1 000

Number of expected visitors  : 50 000

The 48th edition of Paris Fair will start just at the end of IMM COLOGNE, before the MAISON ET OBJETS and in the meantime with the BIRMINGHAM Fair.   Consequently, it will be at the center of  a two weeks  period  of  European  fairs  turned to the  promotion   of <<Furniture, Art de Vivre and housing equipments >>. It will be very easy for international visitors and buyers to come and visit  all  these  various  European  exhibitions  within  one single trip.

III – Central  localization in the heart of Paris

Premises will be the same that for the previous years, Porte de Versailles, in the heart of Paris with easy access to mass public transportations systems, with a great proximity to  Paris’ main hotels.

A brand new tramway system  will be inaugurated.

For the new 2007 edition,  exhibitions  will be concentrated in Hall 3, hall 4 and Halls 7.1,7.2,7.3,  to avoid to the visitors and exhibitors the fatigue of long tiring walks. All these halls being next one to the other, it will make the access and checking facilities much easier for visitors and exhibitors. A welcoming system service will be established  for international buyers and visitors, including welcoming  committee at the airport  for   international   V.I.P

The new PARIS  fair will have  for main goal to insure  the promotion and sales for all categories on furniture  on   French and World markets,  to present  an  updated offer, adjusted to trends anddemands of main distribution networks.
 

IV-  Ideal  place to make business contacts, to enjoy quality, design, creativity.
 

The Paris International furniture fair with a wide  forum  spread out in  many halls, will remain a meeting point for professionals and a window for new products and creativities, in Paris the traditional world top city for glamour, good taste, art de vivre, innovation and design.

At the Paris fair, the main purpose for all people interested in the furniture market will remain : to  follow the  trendy evolutions, to meet with the right people, main actors and decision makers.  << Style, Industry, design >> are the components which  continue to make of The Paris Fair a unique place where classical, traditional conceptions are mixing with last trends, new  futurist creativities.

It is the place where manufacturers for all over the world exhibit and show  to local and international buyers their new products,  where new designers from France and worldwide may have a chance to catch the eyes of  the medias and professionals visitors.  At the Paris International Furniture Fair,  furniture manufacturer from the entire world will find a right location, to exhibit  promote and sale their products, thanks to their specific qualities,  attractive design and competitive prices.  

V-  Great potential for business opportunities. 

We keep in mind  that in the year  2005, the  volume of furniture sales in France has reached  an amount of   13 billions of Euros.

VI-  New refurbished halls and simplified procedures.  

Thanks the  new partner  EXPOSIUM  and  its  parent  company UNIBAIL which manages the premises, the halls and equipments to be used  in the 2007 edition will be refurbished and upgraded to brand modern standards.  The 2007 Paris Fair will be located in a very attractive environment. Communication intra-muros, including    technical facilities  ( light, signalization,  electricity ) will be put at the disposal of the exhibitors with celerity  and a high quality service according to specific needs.

 
 

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IWF 2006 Poised to be biggest Ever
 

The International Woodworking Machinery & Furniture Supply Fair-USA® continues to grow with nearly 1400 exhibitors and approaching 840,000 net square feet of exhibit space currently sold. IWF the Western Hemisphere’s largest woodworking show reflects the strength of the woodworking industry. The Fair has sold 99% of available exhibit space for IWF 2006.  Record numbers of exhibitors are taking more space at IWF than ever before. The Fair also continues to be the focal point for new companies to enter the woodworking marketplace with over 250 first time exhibitors.

"The market is strong and going in the right direction with growth being reported in all manufacturing segments of the woodworking industry. IWF 2006 is on a record pace to be the largest IWF ever,” commented Russ McBroom, IWF 2006 Chairman and President of Mereen-Johnson Machine Company, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. “We have a healthy woodworking industry that’s looking for new technology to improve their manufacturing process. IWF is setting a record pace for advanced buyer registration, hotel reservations, and record exhibit space sales at IWF 2006. Both exhibitors and buyers alike know there is no other place where they can see as many new products, machinery and supplies, all at one place all at one show,” commented Patrick LaFramboise, IWF 2006 President and CEO of IWF.

 IWF is the one international event where the world attends expecting innovation, new technology and proven solutions that will provide the answers to the buyers need for cost-efficient technology and proven manufacturing solutions to deliver high quality products to the marketplace. Expect the unexpected at IWF 2006 there will be no other opportunity in today’s marketplace to view 1400 exhibitors side by side and see over 250 international exhibitors displaying technology that will decrease the industry’s production cost, while improving profits, creating new opportunities for economic growth while sustaining a global competitive edge in the global marketplace.

Buyers from over seventy countries will attend the show to view the widest selection of new products available to the marketplace. They will find new ways to stay ahead of their competition while meeting with the top manufacturers of machinery and supplies and networking with other industry professionals to learn new methods and improve their manufacturing process. IWF also continues to lead the industry into these markets such as components, plastics, machine tooling, material handling, surfaces and fabrication, wood processing, fenestration, as they relate to the woodworking industry. Hundreds of products with applications beyond woodworking will be on display at this year’s Fair.

 
 

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FMC 2006 moves to be an export oriented platform

Furniture Manufacturing & Supply China 2006 (FMC 2006)

September 11-14 2006 Shanghai New International Expo Center 


FMC, incorporating Furniture China 2006 and ZOW at Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC), will be a celebrated export oriented platform for China furniture manufacturing industry.

Encouraged by booming China furniture industry, FMC has experienced remarkable growth in recent two years and remains its momentum in 2006.  With the record of 20,600-sqm-show space and over 340 exhibitors in 2005, FMC 2006 expects 30% expansion in show space over last year.

Premiere sourcing fair organized by CNFA

As the only woodworking machinery and supply show organized by China National Furniture Association (CNFA), FMC preview can  reach over 20,000 CNFA members nation wide.  There are many provincial woodworking associations cooperate with FMC including Qingdao Woodworking Machinery Association, Taiwan Woodworking Machinery Association, etc. FMC also ties knot with overseas associations in the industry. In 2005, FMC received a visit from a group of representatives from ACIMALL (Italian Woodworking Machinery and Tool Manufacturers Association) for the first time. 

Success of ZOW China triggers the development of FMC. 

As affiliation of FMC, ZOW China 2005 attracted 130 exhibitors from 12 nations.  Two thirds of these exhibitors were from overseas including Germany, Italy, France, Sweden, Spain, India, Belgium, Austria, USA, etc, while it had only 30 exhibitors in pilot show in 2004.  ZOW not only introduces the

latest world trends, but also draws a great number of high quality overseas visitors to FMC.  In 2005, overseas visitors registered at FMC grew up to over 8,000, compared only hundreds in 2004. In 2006, ZOW has short space to accommodate more and more exhibitors.

FMC benefits from the expansion of Furniture China

Furniture China, as one of the biggest export-oriented platform, is embracing an expansion this year featuring 220,000 sqm of total space, over 2,000 exhibitors and 70,000 visitors.  The inauguration of Kitchen & Cabinet China fair at Furniture China 2006 will be a new attraction to the industry.  All exhibitors of FMC will not only benefit from the extensive promotion campaigns of Furniture China, but also will find their clients among the ever-growing exhibitors of Furniture China.

                 
 

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                                           DOMOTEX ASIA / CHINAFLOOR will ONCE AGAIN sET new records

The flooring market is preparing once again to be present in Shanghai. With an exhibition space of 74,750 ㎡(a growth of 62,5%) the trade fair will be the second largest flooring show in the world after its sister show DOMOTEX HANNOVER. For Wood & Laminate flooring DOMOTEX asia / CHINAFLOOR will even be the largest show in the world to source these popular types of flooring.

UFI, the association for exhibition organizers, has recognized the international prestige of the show and provided the show with the “official UFI approved” status.

With the astonishing growth of the show and with many new exhibitors the number of visitors is expected by the organizers Deutsche Messe AG and VNU Exhibitions Asia to reach between 30,000 and 35,000.

The 2006 edition has several highlights

FLOORTECH Asia 2006 is a new event within DACF. Suppliers of floor technology, machinery, solutions and materials exhibit their products and interact with manufacturers of wood&laminate flooring. With the booming production and factory setup by Chinese flooring manufacturers FLOORTECH asia will be a business driven part of the show. Exhibitors are leading companies like Homag, Michael Weinig, Interprint and V-hold.

Design Week Shanghai 2006, a summit forum enhance the interaction within the industry. Famous designers as Chien Chung Pei, Benjamin Wood, Paul Andreu and Tony Chi will all attend and discuss hot topics such as architecture design, public architecture, and commercial environment design.

Sports Arena is a special display area for sports flooring such as artificial grass and PVC. The workshop in this activity discusses the rapid expansion of China’s sports fields and gyms. Companies which are in charge of the construction of the 2008 Olympic Games will be matched with leading suppliers in sports flooring.

FLOORdisCOVERING, another special event organized to attract overseas buyers, held in 2005 for the first time. The attendees are foreign buyers who are especially interested in sourcing floor covering from China. The group of international professionals will be given a total overview of the Chinese flooring market during the 5-day program, including seminar, show and factory visits.

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                   AMERICAN HARDWOOD COMPANIES TO PARTICIPATE IN INDIAWOOD 2006  

As India’s economy grows, the demand for affordable Kitchen/Office/Bedroom and other wood based products continues to grow.   As consumption levels increase, the need for mechanization of wood processing becomes mandatory.  In addition, as the market matures the use of quality raw materials makes a cutting edge difference to successful production. INDIAWOOD since it’s inception in 1999, has been instrumental in gradually creating a successful woodworking Industry, by providing a platform for the woodworkers in the Asian region to meet, interact and more importantly source quality machinery and raw materials.

Recognizing the fact that INDIAWOOD is the only platform in the region that provides growth opportunities, newer exhibitors from hitherto un-represented regions and segments are targeting the Indian market by participating in large numbers. The AMERICAN HARDWOOD EXPORT COUNCIL (AHEC) an association representing the Hardwood Exporters and major hardwood product trade associations from the United States and a Brazilian consortium of timber exporters are exhibiting in Indiawood 2006 through their respective pavilions. Even the Japanese who traditionally looked to cater only to the home and the US market are now looking at making forays into the Indian market through INDIAWOOD.

The success of the TAIWANESE wood working machinery companies in the Indian market post their participation in the 2004 edition has prompted the Taiwan woodworking machinery association and the Taiwan association of Machinery Industries to double their size in the 2006 edition. The Taiwan pavilion now stands at 1386 sq. mtrs.  Even as news of Taiwan’s success in the Indian market is making the rounds, the Koreans, the Chinese and the Malaysians are now vying for a share of the Indian market by participating in the 2006 edition. Indiawood 2006 currently stands at about 15000 sq mtrs and continues to grow in size as more and more exhibitors are evincing interest to participate.

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FURNITURE INDUSTRY GETS READY FOR IFFS/AFS 2006     

With a strong line-up of debutantes and loyal repeat exhibitors, the International Furniture Fair Singapore 2006, held in conjunction with the 23rd ASEAN Furniture Show (IFFS/AFS 2006), has the furniture industry buzzing with anticipation, as the world’s major furniture industry players get ready for this annual, iconic show.

To be held from 1st to 5th March 2006, IFFS/AFS 2006 is set to occupy 60,000 sqm of gross space at the Singapore Expo, making it arguably the largest, annual, trade show in Singapore, and a premier export platform for the furniture industry of the world.

Organised by the International Furniture Fair Singapore Pte Ltd, about 480 exhibitors from some 30 countries will be proudly displaying more than 32,000 furniture and furnishing products to international visitors from all over the world. China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia, Taiwan, Vietnam, the Philippines, the United States, Turkey, and Malaysia are among the top exhibiting countries, occupying a combined gross space exceeding 40,000 sqm.  Indeed, the IFFS/AFS has the largest collection of quality Indonesian, Vietnamese, Taiwanese, Filipino, and Chinese furniture exhibitors, outside of these respective countries. Other prominent players from Australia, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Myanmar, Japan, Belgium, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Korea, The Netherlands, Thailand, and United Kingdom will spice up the show’s variety and vibrancy.  Also expected to join the excitement will be exhibitors from other European and Scandinavian countries.

The  unparalleled offerings at IFFS/AFS 2006 include the art nouveau, antique reproduction, baroque, modern, neo-classical, contemporary, European, oriental, renaissance, retro, rustic, Scandinavian and zen furniture classes. Buyers can also browse through the wide selections from the ever-popular Soft Furnishings and Home Accessories section of the show.

The IFFS/AFS is also well-known for its distinct focus on furniture design, reflected through its array of design-related features and activities.  These features and activities include the Furniture Design Award 2006, Design Gallery, International Furniture Design Forum, the FLIP! Challenge, and the Best Exhibit Award.

About International Furniture Fair Singapore/ASEAN Furniture Show (IFFS/AFS)

The International Furniture Fair Singapore, held in conjunction with the ASEAN Furniture Show (IFFS/AFS), began in 1981 and has since grown to be regarded by industry experts as Asia's most prestigious furniture trade show. IFFS/AFS provides an effective marketing platform for regional companies to venture into global markets. As a testimony to the quality of the show, IFFS/AFS is the first Asian-based international furniture fair to be accepted as a member of the elite Union des Foires Internationales, a Paris-based international authority on trade fairs. In addition, it is the only furniture trade event in Singapore to be awarded the 'Approved International Fair' status by the Singapore Tourism Board. The Singapore Exhibition and Convention Bureau also recognises the fair as a major exhibition event on Singapore's international exhibition calendar.
VIETNAMWOOD 2005: International Trade Fair of Woodworking Machines and Tools

Incorporating: Furniture Accessories and Semi-finished Product for the Woodworking Industry

The 5th Vietnam International Woodworking Industry Fair 2005 will open its door to the public on October 19th to 22nd at HIECC. This will be the most dynamic exhibition and its exhibition floor is estimated to be about 7000sq. meters, and there will be about 15 countries participating the fair. We give our gratitude to European Federation of Woodworking Machinery Manufacturers (Eumabois) and Wood Machinery Manufacturers of U.S for their contributions that had increased the exhibition’s attraction and professional level.

Vietnam is currently on its way to become the number one furniture manufacturing country in Asia. Due to the lack of modern manufacturing technology and skills, the Vietnam International Woodworking Industry Fairs are developed and highly anticipated by Vietnam's furniture industries. During the 2004's exhibition, participating organizations came from 15 different countries around the world; they are China, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Swiss, and U.S. There are a total number of 360 booths, and had attracted 14,288 visitors from Vietnamese and worldwide. The theme focused on various woodwork machines, cutters, furniture accessories, and semi-finished products. Business interactions took over the exhibition floor and most transactions were made on site. The Fair had earned many well-deserved phrases from local and international exhibitors, buyers, and visitors.

Another worth noting point, the Vietnam International Woodworking Industry Fair is currently the only large-scale professional exhibition held in Vietnam. Its professionalism and high quality of its participating exhibitors are the first to be seen in Vietnam. Its many visitors are specialist in related areas, which is different from other Woodworking Fairs. The fair has received assistance from Vietnam government officials and local industry associations, and it looks forward to our visiting foreign industrial delegates from Italy, Germany, China, Taiwan, India, and such. The 5th Vietnam International Woodworking Industry Fair 2005 hopes to bring benefits to the local woodwork manufacturing industries, improvements in technology and skills, and opportunities to replace its outdated machines.

VENUE:

HIECC- Ho Chi Minh City International Exhibition and Convention Centre
Address: 446, Hoang Van Thu Street, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Mih City, Vietnam
Exhibition Date: Oct.19 Wednesday -22 Saturday, 2005
Exhibition Hours: Oct.19-21        09:00-17:00

                            Oct. 22          09:00-16:00

Organizer:

Ministry of Trade – Vietnam Trade Fair & Advertising National Company
Paper Communication Exhibition Service
Yorkers Trade & Marketing Service Ltd.

Overseas Promotion:

Chan Chao International Co., Ltd
Address: 3F., No. 185, Kangchien Rd., Nei-Hu Dist., Taipei, Taiwan
Tel: +886-2-26596000 ext.322
Fax: +886-2-26597000
Email: service@ccie.com.tw

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