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Effective sourcing solution

Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) is a magnet for top-quality producers of electronics parts & components based in the region.

What is the best way to ensure that producers of electronics consumer goods can connect with the best of these suppliers, to ensure they can spend as much quality time together as possible? Hong Kong Electronics Parts Procurement Square (HKEPPS) will again be set up in 2008, to facilitate business by bringing suppliers directly to the manufacturers.

This arrangement is extremely effective, allowing manufacturers to spend their time wisely and productively while at the fair. Negotiations on product specifications, prices and delivery with a number of suppliers can thereby be undertaken in one place.

Key date in electronics calendar

HKEPPS is an integral part of the very successful Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition), established in 2004. This event complements the well-established Autumn Edition of the fair. The Spring Edition has grown in scale in the past few years, with the 2007 staging attracting more than 2,400 exhibitors and more than 51,000 buyers from 153 countries and regions.

HKEPPS has delivered results for the most discerning Japanese manufacturers. Among the manufacturers who participated in HKEPPS were Toshiba, Kenwood, RB Controls Co., Ltd., Tescom Hong Kong & Company Limited and Lauda Co., Ltd.

Mainland connections

The success of the fair is down to a number of factors, including its professional atmosphere, smooth organisation and value-added activities, such as seminars, conferences and networking events. It is also testament to the status of Hong Kong as a electronics industry hub, acting as a conduit between global markets and the manufacturing base in the Chinese mainland. Hong Kong has a strong reputation for listening to the requirements of markets, and buyers can be confident that its electronics parts & components industry suppliers are top-notch in terms of quality, design, performance and delivery.

Close connections with the Chinese mainland, particularly the Pearl River Delta, are responsible for putting Hong Kong in this strong position. It has the expertise to act as a channel of communication between major electronics brands around the world, and suppliers of parts & components in the Chinese mainland.

Smooth organisation The event is organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, recognised as one of the leading trade-fair facilitators in the world. Its presence in Hong Kong is backed up by an extensive network of offices and representatives around the world. These resources are proven to be very effective in attracting participation at fairs, both in terms of exhibitors and trade visitors, ensuring an international atmosphere at each event. Every effort goes into ensuring a completely professional approach, where participants can be confident of conducting serious business. HKEPPS is supported by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Hong Kong, which has been promoting trade and investment for over the almost 50 years, through 36 branches in Japan and 73 overseas offices.

Exhibits by Product Category Hong Kong Electronics Fair 2008 (Spring Edition) Audio & Visual Digital Imaging Electronic Accessories Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) Electronic Parts, Components and Production Technology Healthcare Electronics Home Appliances Lighting Products Multimedia Office Automation & Equipment Personal Electronics Security Products Telecommunications Products Trade Services

First-class service

A range of other services ensures a smooth and fruitful experience at the Spring Edition. For instance, the fairground is wireless LAN-enabled (IEEE 802.11b compliant), allowing visitors to connect to the Internet and email with laptop or PDA. Free translation services, including Japanese-English-Chinese, are available. There are also Courtesy Email Centres within the fairground, and a free mobile battery charging service.

Customized hktdc.com sourcing service

Now you can locate the right products you need at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair 2008 (Spring Edition), by getting a list of relevant exhibitors with booth numbers and product photos on the spot. Look for this friendly sign.

The following types of companies are highly recommended to participate:

• Japanese manufacturers who wish to cut costs in area of parts procurement.
• Japanese manufacturers who continue their productions in Japan but consider to procure in Hong Kong and export to the Chinese mainland

The following types of companies are highly recommended to visit:

• Japanese parts manufacturers in the Chinese mainland who wish to expand their businesses
• Hong Kong parts manufacturers who wish to expand their sales outlets to Japanese enterprises

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