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Exporters shift to Asian market amid global crisis
Local exporters are shifting focus to the vibrant Southeast Asian region market to sell their products as US, Japan and Europe were hit by the global financial crisis, an official of the Philippine Exporters Confederation (Philexport) said. "With recession hitting three of our top markets, US, Japan and Europe, we shifted marketing promotions to fast-growing Asia, particularly India and China," according to Aniano G. Bagabaldo, Philexim's executive vice-president. Read More |
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PBGEA joined by two more giant banana exporters
The Pilipino Banana Growers Exporters Association (PBGEA) welcomed two more banana exporting companies to their group. Aztropex Inc. and Unifrutti Services Inc. is the latest addition to the banana umbrella group according to PBGEA President Stephen Antig. The multi-billion dollar banana industry in Minadanao is experiencing an unstoppable growth since Stanfilco Philippines (top exporter of export cavendish bananas) shipped outa total of 129,400 metric tons early this year. Read More |
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Exhibition Game
Trade shows can be worth the sometimes high expense – if, that is, you’re smart about them - By Sarah Needleman
For small-business owners trying to navigate the economic downturn, spending money on trade and consumer shows might seem like a luxury better reserved for more prosperous time Read More |
How are successful price negotiations conducted at exhibitions?
At exhibitions where sales are made directly, sales people should not shoot from the hip. If they want to be successful in the long term then they have to adhere to a few fundamental principles Read More |
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Does it make sense to dress in conforming outfits at trade fairs?
To help trade fair visitors establish contacts, the sales team should be instantly recognizable. It can make things easier if the stand team wear a uniform outfit. Read More |
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Capitalising on Asian Retailer Interest in Fresh Produce – Using Information To Drive Sales Growth
For the fresh produce industry, the Asia market is both intriguing and intimidating. The rapid pace of change in moving from traditional retail to modern retail formats and the impact of this change on produce buying and selling remains, to a degree, the great unknown. While Asian consumers are often grouped together as one target market, those successfully selling in the market provide the constant reminder that each Asia country is a unique consumer market in its own right. Neilsen Fresh Produce Industry Insights Asia - Sept. 2009 |
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Asia’s fresh produce trade show and conference event confirm their premier position
ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA and Asiafruit Congress have confirmed their premier position as Asia’s leading trade show and conference event for the international fresh fruit and vegetable business.More than 3,400 trade visitors from 52 countries all over the world, including 60 per cent from Asia, were in Hong Kong last week to attend the three-day event, which took place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 2-4 September 2009. Some 22 4 exhibitors from 31 countries took part at ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA, with 500 delegates from more than 40 countries registered at the Asiafruit Congress. Read More |
LIGNA Making more out of wood
Making more out of wood - technology to optimize the use of natural resources
The slogan "Making more out of wood - Technology for resource efficiency" was the perfect choice: A large number of exhibitors incorporated this motto into their presentations at the event. Businesses showcased innovations along the entire forestry and wood industry supply chain. Numerous workshops and presentations featured expert debates on issues like the efficient exploitation of wood as a raw material, the economical use of time and energy, and ways to cut manufacturing costs Read More |
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ITB Asia 2009
Are you interested in innovative products and recent developments driving the global travel industry? Are you looking for new business contacts and professional expertise on topics such as MICE or Social Media in Tourism? ITB Asia provides it all in one. Be part of this year’s show and achieve sustained success at ITB Asia 2009, The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market, taking place from 21-23 October 2009 at Suntec Singapore. Read More |
Countdown to PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2009
PACK PRINT INTERNATIONAL 2009 will open its doors in Bangkok, Thailand on 23 September and the signs are already positive that the Kingdom’s printing and packaging sectors are enjoying the fruits of industry consolidation and impending recovery in the region. The Board of Investment (BOI), for example, reports that printing and packaging exports are expected to grow 25% to US$3.47 billion this year because several Japanese and Singaporean firms have relocated their regional manufacturing centers to Thailand. Read More |
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WORLD BAKERY FAIR iba 2009
Millions of people drink a delicious cup of coffee every day, at any time of day and whatever the season. Morning, noon or evening, coffee has clearly become a round-the-clock drink, and iba is giving this ‘hot pick-me-up’ its own special exhibition ‘Coffee, Espresso and Baristas’ in Hall 11. Famous coffee machine manufacturers and coffee roasting companies are displaying their range of products in this marketplace, where visitors can find out everything there is to know about the little brown bean. Read More |
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Ambiente - Meet the future
From 12 to 16 February 2010 you will experience a fascinating diversity of products, innovations and trends – at the new Ambiente featuring three leading international fairs
Top international fair for the tabletop, kitchen, houseware and indulgence sectors
Dining – the clearly arranged show serves up a collection of new ideas and innovations.
The range of products in the two independent Kitchen and Houseware trade fairs offers something for every taste. Discover the growing Kitchen Trends section. And don’t miss out on the host of creative ideas in the Table area that has been rearranged for you based on quality segments, style direction and sales structure.
Here you will see the full range of must-have products for the home.
The colourful world of giving and decorating
Discover a whole new world – from classic gift and decorative items to humorous, quirky presents, jewellery and personal accessories.
The leading international fair for the living and decorating sectors
Everything to make your home more beautiful from furniture and home accessories to home textiles and avant-garde design – at the leading international fair everything revolves around interior design.
Experience the sophisticated product selection for an emotional to classic modern esprit de vivre.
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Christmasworld – The World of Event Decoration
In good time for the new business and, therefore, festive season, the world’s leading trade fair for festive decorations shows the innovative and original products offered by the international decoration sector.
The unique range of products on show makes Christmasworld the world’s foremost trend and order platform for the wholesale and retail trades, for boutiques, florists, interior furnishing specialists, designers and decorators. In Frankfurt, they find not only products that will delight their customers but also decorative elements for dressing shops and windows professionally.
Discover innovative decorative products and gain inspiration from the imaginative arrangements to be seen in Frankfurt from 29 January to 2 February 2010. |
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Automekanika
Automechanika stands for successful fairs for the automotive original equipment manufacturing and aftermarket industries all around the world. Whether in Europe, Asia or the Americas, Automechanika aims at providing the ideal trading and information platform for international automotive professionals. (Automechanika Worldwide) (Automechanika Global Survey) |
9 – 11 December 2009
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March 2011
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 Mexico
July 14 – 16, 2010
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Johannesburg March 2011
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May 25 - 27, 2010
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November 3-6, 2010
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April 2011
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September 14 to 19, 2010
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February 11-14, 2010
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October 28 – November 1, 2009
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Materials Library Opens in Cebu
Materials R&D successfully launched Cebu’s first ever Materials Library last July 31, 2009 at the Cebu Furniture Industries Foundation (CFIF) Building. With the funding support of the Export Development Council and the Department of Science and Technology, the library was able to showcase the initial collection of swatches of indigenous and innovative materials, as well as select books on eco-friendly design, trends, materials and technology. Read More |
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Forestry & Wood Industry
Resource efficiency drives product development
"The exhibitors at LIGNA 2009 rose to the challenges of greater productivity, shorter lead time and maximum rationalization and efficiency of machine and human resources. The fair was a vast treasure trove of innovations and intelligent solutions from increasing productivity and earnings to improving safety and ergonomic performance and saving space. |
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Fresh Produce
New system could combat decay
Risk is inherent when shipping produce – especially when it is placed on a sea container for a two to three week ride to overseas markets. All too frequently the condition of the fruits or vegetables on arrival is deplorable, with once perfect looking produce rendered a dripping mess leaving the exporter to wonder what went wrong. Read More |
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Upcoming Trade Fairs
Calendar |
Drinktec 2009
14-19 September 2009
Munich , Germany
Pack Print International 2009
23-26 September 2009
Bangkok, Thailand
Wire Southeast ASIA /
Tube Southeast ASIA 2009
13 - 15 October 2009
Bangkok, Thailand
ITB Asia
21-23 October 2009
Suntec Singapore
Import Shop Berlin
11-15 November 2009
Berlin, Germany
Medica 2009
18-21 November, 2009
Düsseldorf, Germany
Pack Print International 2009International Packaging and Printing Exhibition for Asia
23-26 September 2009
Bangkok, Thailand
BIOTECHNICA
International Trade Fair, Conferences, Partnering and Award for Biotechnology
06-08 October 2009
Hannover, Germany
CeBIT Bilisim Eurasia
International Trade Fair for Information Technology, Telecommunications, Software & Services
07-11 October 2009
Istanbul, Turkey
Anuga
The World of Food
10-14 October 2009
Cologne, Germany
ITB Asia
The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market
21 – 23 October 2009
Singapore
Wine & Gourmet Asia
International Wine & Gourmet Foods, Hotel & Foodservice Equipment, Supplies & Services, Exhibition & Conference
22-24 October 2009
Macao, China
Sweets China
International Exhibition for the Sweet and Confectionery, Bakery, Snack Food and Ice Cream Industry
22-24 October 2009
Shanghai, China
CeMAT Asia
International Trade Fair for Materials Handling, Automation Technology, Transport Systems and Logistics
Logistics and ICT Asia - a CeBIT Event
International Conference on ICT Solutions & Products for Materials Handling & Logistics
PTC Asia
International Trade Fair for Electrical and Mechanical Power, Transmission, Fluid Power, Compressed Air
Technology, Machine Parts, Bearings, Internal Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines
26-29 October 2009
Shanghai, China
Entsorga-Enteco
International Trade Fair for Waste Management and Environment Technology
27-30 October 2009
Cologne, Germany
Sweets Middle East
International Exhibition for the Sweet and Confectionery, Bakery, Snack Food and Ice Cream Industry
02-04 November 2009
Dubai, UAE
Energy Show
International Exhibition for Energy Infrastructure and Services, Power Generation and Distribution, Electrical Technology, New Energy and Renewable Energy
Industrial Automation Show
International Exhibition for Production and Process Automation, Electrical Systems, Robotics, Industrial Automation, IT & Software and Microsystems Technology
Metalworking and CNC Machine Tool Show
International Exhibition for Machine Tools, Sheet Metal, Pipe & Tube Production, Mould & Die Construction, Tools
03-07 November 2009
Shanghai, China
Equip’ Hotel Middle East 2009
Int’l Exhibition for the Hotel, Cafes, Restaurant & Catering Industries
09 -11 November 2009
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Clean Energy Expo Asia
International Trade Fair and Conference for Clean Energy
18-20 November 2009
Singapore
Annapoorna - World of Food India
International Exhibition and Conference for the Food & Beverage Industry
25-27 November 2009
Mumbai, India
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TESTIMONIES |
"We take pride in our participation in MUBA as it opened new doors for business opportunities and most especially, it is a perfect venue to show the world that the Philippines has plenty to offer: culture, breath taking destinations, beautiful people and quality products which we are proud of. We're glad that we are part MUBA 2009's success. Four of our members from Bulacan Gifts, toys and houewares exhibited at this fair and were able to show that our products were truly competitve in the world market."
- Mr. Enrico Miguel
President of Bulacan Gifts, Toys and Housewares
“ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA provides an excellent platform to meet with our client base and to do more business by meeting new people to work with. We also have our Dole colleagues from other parts of the world here on the stand, like Chile and South Africa, so we’ve been able to work together with these regional divisions.”
- Mr. Johann M Albano
Business Development Manager
Dole Asia (Philippines)
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European Chamber of Commerce
of the Philippines (ECCP)
Main office:
19/F Philippine AXA Life Centre
corner Sen. Gil Puyat Ave. and Tindalo St.
Makati City, Philippines
Tel: (02) 845 1324, 759 6680
Fax: (02) 845 1395, 759 6690
Cebu branch:
3/F C. L. Center
14 Juana Osmeña St., Cebu City, Philippines
Tel: (032) 253 3389, 254 3765, 254 3767
Fax: (032) 253 3387
E-mail: info@eccp.com
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