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No.7  July, 2016  
   
  UPCOMING EVENTS  
     
  Local Events  
     
  Online Retailor Conference & Exhibition  
  20-21 July, 2016  
     
  This is Australia’s biggest event and platform for the latest products and solutions in online and offline retail technology and commerce. In its8th year this year, the event gives attendees a look at the latest in e-commerce technology, digital marketing and retail solutions all over the world. It is a two day exhibition and multi-track conference with speakers from all over the world sharing their experience of how to market their brands and how to connect with your customers with online platform. HKTDC is taking a booth to promote our trade fairs in Hong Kong as well as our online platform called: Small Order Zone. We have many gifts and good incentives for visitors who place orders for products from our small order zone onsite at the fair. So please visit us at booth 1049 at Royal Hall of Industries, Moore Park, Sydney from 20-21 July.  
     
     
  JAA  
  27-29 August, 2016  
     
  Come and visit the HKTDC booth at Australia’s biggest jewellery trade event - the Sydney International Jewellery Fair! We will be promoting our three world-leading annual trade fairs: the Hong Kong International Jewellery Fair (March 2017), the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair (6-10 September, 2016) and the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show (28 Feb – 4 Mar 2017). We will also be promoting our business matching service as well as our online platform, the Small Order Zone, from 27 – 29 August at the Sydney Exhibition Centre at Glebe Island. So please visit us or send us an email if you are interested in finding out more information about the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and our world-class trade fairs. We would be delighted to assist potential buyers in registering for our trade fairs or to provide free business matching services. Go into the draw for your chance to win an air-ticket to Hong Kong with Cathay Pacific Airways by dropping off your business card at the HKTDC booth (F47)!  
     
     
  FREE Business Seminar: Opportunities in Asia - Sustainable Sourcing and Selling & the latest Fashion Event in Asia  
  Thursday, 4 August, 2016, 10am-11.30am  
     
  The Hong Kong Trade Development Council, Sydney Office in conjunction with TCF WA and Belmont BEC invites you to join this networking seminar ‘Opportunities in Asia –Sourcing and Selling in Hong Kong’, How to Reduce your Risk when Doing Business in Asia, and How to Source Sustainably. You’ll also learn about the latest initiative from the Chinese Mainland – the One Belt One Road (OBOR) initiative, and what it means for Australia.  
     
  Hong Kong is the fashion hub of Asia, and on the door-step of Mainland China’s with the world’s largest manufacturing facilities.  It is the ideal market to test your brand on an international stage, or locate suppliers and manufacturers for your collection.  
     
  This informative event will cover:
  • Market insights
  • The advantages of using Hong Kong to access China and the Asian region
  • Reducing your risks and practical business tips for doing business in the market
  • On-line Sourcing and selling, including:  how to source in small quantities and sustainable sourcing
  • One Belt One Road (OBOR) and what it means
 
     
  To register visit:  www.tcfwa.com/events  
     
     
  Innovation Pitchfest - Introducing Unique Australian Designs and Products to the International Marketplace  
  8 August, 2016  
     
  Innovation PitchFest, now its second year, is a unique event that showcases Australian Talent, creating opportunities for Australian Designers and Businesses on a Global platform. Hong Kong Trade Development Council, Reed Exhibitions and retail consultant Nancy Georges have teamed up with renowned German retailer Tchibo, to bring Australian innovation and design to the retail community locally and internationally. This is an unprecedented opportunity that any small business could only dream about! The Top 20 designers and businesses, selected from hundreds of submissions, ‘pitch’ the features and benefits of their product.
To enter and for further information visit http://innovationpitchfest.com.au
 
     
     
  Hong Kong Events  
     
  Don’t miss the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair coming up from 6-10 September. Special highlights for this year’s Fair include: Pageant of Eternity – Prime location, a premium zone for complete watches, Salon de TE: World Brand Piazza – sponsored by Prince J&W Co, featuring world renowned brands, Chic & Trendy – for fashion labels and on-trend watches, Craft Treasure – for functional mechanical watches and jewellery watches, Renaissance Moment – for classic and elegant brands originated in Europe, Wearable Tech – for branded smart watches.  
     
  CENTRESTAGE – Asia’s Fashion Spotlight  
  7-10 September 2016  
     
  Curtains Up – It’s Showtime.  The inaugural CENTRESTAGE organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council will be a living showcase of trend-setting fashion inctons, stellar international brands, emerging design talent and a world of glamour Based at the HK Convention & Exhibition Centre the event is a targeted fashion showcase with four distinct zones:  
     
 
  • Glam
  • Allure
  • Metro
  • Forward
 
     
  All trade buyers can register under our travel sponsorship schemes.  Contact the HKTDC Sydney Office for further information.  
     
  Organised by the HKTDC and held at the HKCEC, the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) (13-16 October, 2016) presents all kinds of electronics products and services such as audio-visual products, branded electronics, eco-friendly products, i-World, packaging & design, navigation systems, new inventions, telecommunications products and testing, inspection & certification services. Held concurrently is electronicAsia, a premier sourcing event for components, assemblies, electronics production, display technologies and solar photovoltaic technologies.  
     
     
  WINE MERCHANTS EYE THE ASIAN MARKET  
     
  The Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair (HKIWSF) provides an ideal platform for the wine industry, and growing numbers of exhibitors from Australia and around the world are using Hong Kong to extend their business into the increasingly important Asian markets. The Wine Fair has caught the attention of global wine merchants and is not only an important gateway to the Asian markets, but also a premier promotion platform through which buyers learn more about the characteristics of wines.  
     
  Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair 2016  
  10-12 November, 2016  
     
  The 9th edition of HKIWSF will be held from 10-12 November at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre. Though Asia is its home ground, the fair is truly international.   In 2015, the fair attracted over 20,300 visitors from 75 countries and regions to attend.  
     
  Australian Wine Producers  
  Join the Australian Pavilion at Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair to gain access to the lucrative Asian market and beyond.  In 2015 around 70 Australian wine producers exhibited in the event.  Register to exhibit by 30 July to receive the early bird discount.  
     
  Whisky Continues to Hit the Spot  
  Whisky continues to be sought after by buyers at the Wine Fair, Hong Kong’s whisky imports last year recording an increase of 30 per cent from 2013; likely attributable to growing consumption in Hong Kong.  
     
  For Australian wine producers and buyers of wine, spirits, beer and other liquors, Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair 2016 is an unmissible event on the global calendar.  
     
  To register to exhibit or visit contact Toni Wade at the Hong Kong Trade Development Council Sydney Office on (+61 2) 9261-8911 or contact Toni Wade on email toni.wade@hktdc.org  
     
  Looking ahead to January 2017, the 10th Asian Financial Forum is locked in for 16-17 January in Hong Kong. High-profile speakers are being engaged and the increasingly popular Deal Flow sessions will now move to a larger venue and feature industry-focused streams to provide maximum networking and deal-making opportunities to delegates. Keep checking the website for further updates: http://www.asianfinancialforum.com/en/index.htm  
     
     
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