Firm foundation
Two great fairs-the HKTDC Hong Kong International Hardware & Home Improvement Fair and the Hong Kong International Building Materials & Construction Equipment Fair - have joined forces. In October 2008, buyers will find a wealth of building products and services in the resulting merger, now known as the Hong Kong International Building and Decoration Materials & Hardware Fair.

Opening new doors
In 2007, the two original fairs offered products from 379 exhibitors to over 21,000 buyers from more than 100 countries and regions. Synergy between the industries enlarges horizons and maximises opportunity, the new fair takes sourcing to a new level.

Window on the world
Like its predecessors, the Hong Kong International Building and Decoration Materials & Hardware Fair is clearly a focal point for the industry, featuring quality suppliers from around the world.

Gateway to the Chinese mainland
With over 160 participating companies from the Chinese mainland in 2007, the merged fair is an established platform for the Chinese mainland suppliers. Buyers can confidently expect to make useful contacts in the flourishing mainland building industry where suppliers are eager to access international markets.

Boom time
Attendance at the fair in October has the added bonus of plugging into other synergistic sourcing events. Taking place at this time in Hong Kong are Hong Kong International Furniture Fair, Eco Expo Asia and the HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair. The timing of the four fairs brings many international industry professionals together in Hong Kong, creating a key meeting point for vital networking.

Value-added features
Visitors to the fair will find it brings additional rewards. The fair has been crafted as a trading platform, an information hub and a networking opportunity with a full programme of knowledge events and social activities.

Quality assurance
The international reputation of the organisers - Hong Kong Trade Development Council and CIEC Exhibition Company (HK) Limited - is a guarantee both of the quality of the exhibitors and the quality of the fair.

At your service
This world-class fair offers a full range of services and facilities to its buyers.

Value-for-Money Hotels: Regardless of budget, there is a Hong Kong hotel to suit every visitor.

Free Shuttle Bus: Participants of the fair can travel between AsiaWorld-Expo and major hotels and shopping centres in Kowloon and Hong Kong by free shuttle bus service.

Courtesy Email Centre: A free email service is available to all exhibitors and visitors at the fairground.

Prayer Room: For Muslim visitors to use during the fair period.

Get your free badge
Make sure you don't miss out on the action at this premier trade event. Register online at www.hkbdh.com before 6 October 2008 for buyers from outside Hong Kong and 22 October for local buyers - to beat the crowds and receive your free badge by mail.

Hit the nail on the head
The Hong Kong International Building and Decoration Materials & Hardware Fair is the answer to your sourcing needs. Make the decision to visit today.

Buyers' Comments
"This is the first time I come to this fair, the fair helps to give me a better idea about the building material supplies industry. My overall impression with this show is good."
Sunil H Daswani Acelink Limited, Hong Kong

"I am looking for windows and doors suppliers in this fair, I have already located a few this morning. This fair offers a good networking opportunity for us."
Edward Chan, Purchase Manager Agetech Informatica Ltda, Brazil

"I am interested in seeing more new ideas and new designs being exhibited in this fair. We look for quality products and this fair gives me the confidence of assured quality."
Mohammad Azzam, Procurement Manager Drake and Scull International, United Arab Emirates

"In this fair, I am glad to meet with many key industry players from different parts of the world that can establish contacts for future business opportunities. I am also very impressed that this fair is very well-organised."
Minoru Fujii, President & Chairman SK Kaken Co Ltd, Japan