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Hong Kong, 24 January 2024. The 22nd Hong Kong International Stationery &amp; School Supplies Fair concluded on 11 January after four days of high-quality business development and networking for the industry. Close to 13,900 visitors from 114 countries and regions, filtered through the aisles of the fair, caught up on the latest industry trends, and engaged with exhibitors. Overseas buyers hailed from India, Indonesia, Japan, Mainland China, Malaysia, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and the US.

International visitors explore the 22nd Hong Kong International Stationery &amp; School Supplies Fair. Source: Messe Frankfurt

Speaking at the conclusion of the fair, Ms Judy Cheung, Deputy General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd said: “We are thrilled to have welcomed a strong diversity of international visitors to this edition. The positive feedback that we received from buyers and exhibitors has reaffirmed the fair as an important convergence point for business and market intelligence. Exhibitors were pleased to establish new business connections and buyers reported the product coverage closely matched their sourcing needs. We are grateful to have maintained solid support from the industry and will continue to strengthen our position as the premium trade platform for the stationery and school supply industry in Asia.” Exhibitors and buyers unlock business opportunities Many overseas exhibitors continue to see the fair as an important hub to promote their business and connect with high-calibre international buyers. Ms Peggy Wen, representative from Mirage International Industries, USA, said, “This fair has been a staple in our calendar for over two decades because we’ve obtained many loyal, long-time customers here. We're always scouting for fresh opportunities, no matter the geography. People like doing business here because of the minimal language barriers, and a vibrant mix of international visitors, making it an ideal location for fostering long-standing customer relationships.” Greek exhibitor, Mr Kostas Moisiadis, Export Manager, Diakakis Imports S.A., expressed similar thoughts. “The fair is a focal point for us to connect with the East Asian markets and other regions around the globe. Our strategy is to establish exclusive distribution partnerships in each country and region, providing comprehensive market coverage. We value the balance between digital and physical sales channels and believe in the power of face-to-face interaction, which is why visiting our customers and participating in trade fairs such as the Hong Kong International Stationery &amp; School Supplies Fair remains an integral part of our business approach.” Echoing this sentiment on the opening day was Ms Wannee Chokchaisirisakul, Export Manager, Seethong 555 Co Ltd from Thailand, who underscored the value of meeting the relevant buyers at the fair. “Hong Kong is the perfect location as it attracts many retailers, wholesalers and distributors from Southeast Asian countries and regions that are our key markets. Through past participation at this trade fair, I've developed strong relationships with recurrent customers in places like Vietnam, the Philippines and Cambodia. At this edition, I'm already seeing strong interest from buyers from the Philippines and Africa. This show consistently delivers the quality and variety of clients we need to mix and match our wide range of envelope and paper products into large combined orders.” Buyers also reported meaningful business encounters during the fair. Mr Daven Sharma, Director, Total Facilities Management Ltd said, “We are a wholesale distributor with many chains based in Fiji, and I see events like this as crucial for securing high-quality factory supplies direct from manufacturers. The trade fair provides a centralised location for efficient in-person meetings to discuss volume deals and pricing. While it's still early days, many contacts have been made, and I have also already received some quotations. It's very convenient to visit Hong Kong to meet suppliers and to source everything all at once.” Rising demand for green stationery products As the sustainability trend continues unabated, the green stationery market is expected to develop rapidly. “My key objective for visiting this fair is to look for suppliers on pencils, erasers, sharpeners, sticky notes and other school supplies.” said the local buyer, Ms Sheela Bhandari, Sales Coordinator, Sinostar Asia Ltd. “Sustainability is a trend in the industry, so we would also like to choose products that are environmental-friendly. Our company has been visiting this fair for many years. It provides a good platform for us to source the best suppliers, and it’s also beneficial for our business expansion in Asia. There’s no doubt that I will visit the show next year.” Many exhibitors are also increasingly taking note of the demand for sustainability in the market, including Kunshan Greenwill Co Ltd from Mainland China. Mr James Ma, the company’s CEO, commented, “Our company produces safe, practical and environmentally friendly erasers. I believe eco-friendly supplies will be the future trend of the stationery industry. Manufacturers have to take into consideration functionality, safety, design, and social responsibility when developing and selling products. The organisers of the Hong Kong International Stationery &amp; School Supplies Fair have highlighted the importance of environmental protection, which closely matches our company’s mission.” Mr Raymond Lau, Business Director of Eco Gifting and Premium solutions, ADAN Promotional Concepts, spoke at the “Latest Market Trends of Stationery” seminar which was held concurrently with the fair, “Many governments from different countries and regions are increasingly requiring enterprises to meet ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) requirements in procurement. This trend suggests a future demand for more eco-friendly stationery products. Suppliers could certainly benefit from greater awareness. During the seminar, it was clear that the audience was eager to learn more about eco-friendly practices and ESG considerations.” Organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the fair was held concurrently with the HKTDC’s Hong Kong Toys &amp; Games Fair and the Hong Kong Baby Products Fair, providing a one-stop sourcing platform and crossover business opportunities for participants. The next edition will take place from 6 – 9 January 2025. 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Background information on Messe Frankfurt The Messe Frankfurt Group is the world&rsquo;s largest trade fair, congress and event organiser with its own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,300* people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 28* subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2023 were more than € 600* million. We serve our customers&rsquo; business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs &amp; Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt&rsquo;s key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services. 
Sustainability is a central pillar of our corporate strategy. Here, we strike a healthy balance between ecological and economic interests, social responsibility and diversity. 
For more information, please visit our website at: <a href="https://www.messefrankfurt.com/frankfurt/en/company/sustainability.html">www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainability</a> 
With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent). 
For more information, please visit our website at: <a href="https://www.messefrankfurt.com/frankfurt/en.html" target="_blank">www.messefrankfurt.com</a> 
 * Preliminary figures for 2023

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Hong Kong, 24 January 2024. The 22nd Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair concluded on 11 January after four days of high-quality business development and networking for the industry. Close to 13,900 visitors from 114 countries and regions, filtered through the aisles of the fair, caught up on the latest industry trends, and engaged with exhibitors. Overseas buyers hailed from India, Indonesia, Japan, Mainland China, Malaysia, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and the US.   