The HKTDC Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair, with its long and proud history, is the world’s largest event of its kind, celebrating its 27th edition from April 27 to April 30, 2012. The previous fair featured the greatest number of suppliers ever, with more than 4,070 exhibitors from 36 countries and regions. These quality suppliers attracted more than 46,000 high-spending buyers from 134 countries and regions.

Survey Highlights Market Optimism

A survey carried out during the Hong Kong Trade Development Council “mega” fairs in April 2011 confirmed participants as having a positive outlook for market conditions through 2011, with more than 80% thinking business would be the same, better or much better than in the previous year. Among those positive respondents, more than 40% are forecasting double-digit growth in the coming year. Gifts buyers believe that product design with technology and green concepts will make a splash in the market. More than 80% of exhibitors said they would place increased efforts in green manufacturing. The majority of exhibitors will invest more on installing energy-saving equipment in their production lines and improving the green features in their products.

Gifts by Zone

The fair’s special themed zones help exhibitors connect easily and conveniently with the buyers in their particular market segment.

Green Gifts
This section is specially designed for exhibitors tapping into the growing market demand worldwide for eco-friendly gift items.
Personal & Well-being Gifts
Another high-growth area is for well-being and personal items. This zone is dedicated to suppliers of pampering and health-related products ranging from toiletries and bath sets to spa accessories and healthcare electronics.
Tech Gifts
This zone gives suppliers a platform to show their latest electronic products and gadgets for business and pleasure.
Hall of Fine Designs
This premier zone offers a tasteful environment for discerning exhibitors showing their top-of-the-range collections of brand names and designer goods. The exclusive and spacious setting makes this the perfect place for negotiations with visitors with high buying power.
World of Gift Ideas
This is the place for trend-setting products and new ideas, with the elegance of the items reflected in the stylishness of the setting. Exhibitors here have the choice between deluxe booths or custom-built participation for their own booth design.