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Friday, 4 September 2009 |
ISSUE 3 |
| Hot Sounds for Fun Evening |
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The Cocktail Reception for the HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair 2009 offered plenty of enjoyment and entertainment for industry leaders, VIP buyers and international media from all over the world, under the theme of "Broadway Glamour".


| Fruitful Exchange with the Press |
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The HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair is the focus of attention for journalists from across the world as well as traders this week. At a breakfast meeting on Thursday, the visiting press members chatted with industry leaders, exhibitors and HKTDC management to exchange views and build relationships.

| Inspiration to Hand |
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The Watch Parades held throughout the show period never fail to attract plenty of attention.


| Hear What Buyers Say |
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"We operate 130 shops in Russia selling jewellery and branded watches, but we want to start our own brand name for the Russian and Czech Republic markets as well as sell wall clocks. I'm here to talk with existing suppliers about this project as well as find new suppliers. It's also been very interesting to see the new styles and trends here, such as the plastic watches which are very popular in our market."
Ms Anna Sergeeva, Projects Director, Magic Gold, Russia
"I am very impressed with this fair ¡V it is definitely the one for professionals in the watch and clock industry. There is an amazing choice of products here; you can especially find many licensed watches with brands ranging from women's fashion names to kids' items."
Mr Zbigniew Labiś, Import Director, HH Poland SA, Poland
| Hear What Exhibitors Say |
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"Zhangzhou is a key player in the production of quartz timepieces and movements worldwide. Our manufacturers take pride in the quality, original designs and product innovations. This year, we've organised the biggest-ever delegation with 28 companies participating in the fair. The fair is wonderful and provides a solid platform to raise Zhangzhou's profile and to facilitate our companies' international business expansion."
Mr Wang Yao Quan, Deputy Mayor, Zhangzhou Municipal People's Government, Chinese mainland
"I was a visitor to this fair myself for five years ¡V in fact my new designs of watches, launched this April, are produced by Solar System International following contact I made with them here last year. The organisation of this fair is very good ¡V the German office of the HKTDC has been very helpful in particular. This exhibition is doing everything to bring buyers and sellers together."
Mr Hulusi Borucu, General Manager, Gabtrade GmbH, Germany
| What's On ¡V 4 September (Friday) |
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Events |
Venue |
11am-11:20am |
Watch Parade 5
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Grand Hall |
| 4pm-4:20pm
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Watch Parade 6 |
Hall 1B Concourse |
| Fair Opening Hours |
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Fair Dates |
Opening Hours |
4-5 Sept |
9:30am-6pm |
6 Sept* |
9:30am-5pm |
* Brand Name Gallery opens to public by ticket admission (Admission fee is HK$10 for visitor aged 12 and above. Free admission for visitor under the age of 12, or aged 65 and above. Ticket service closes at 3pm.) All exhibits are for display only and not for sale.
| Worldwide Publicity Key to Success |
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Each year the HKTDC creates an intensive marketing campaign targeting buyers worldwide to ensure the success of the fair. Take a look at the promotional boards at Expo Drive Entrance, outside Room G202, Hall 1D concourse, Hall 3C concourse and Grand Hall Foyer for more details.
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| Free Magazine |
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Don't forget to collect a FREE copy of the fair's official magazine at the Buyer Registration Counter, HKTDC Total Solution Centre and hktdc.com Buyers' Lounge, on presentation of your buyer's badge.

| hktdc.com Free Sourcing Service |
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Now you can locate the right products you need by getting a list of relevant exhibitors with booth numbers and product photos at the fair. Look for this friendly sign at the fairground.
| Enquiry Contact |
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Customer Service Line: (852) 1830 668 |
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Rebecca Tse
Manager, Marketing Communications
Exhibitions Department
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