HKTDC Hong Kong Optical Fair 2011
Optical event opens with more than 590 quality exhibitors

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  Rewarding View From the Top
This year, more than 600 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions, including MINIMA, Redtenbacher Prazisionsteile GesmbH, Sonya Valentine Pty Ltd, are taking part, providing unmatched sourcing opportunities for buyers from all over the world.

  Brand: Lafont
Booth: 1B-C09
  Brand: Rexe Eyewear
Booth: 1B-F08
 
  Brand: Columbia
Booth: 1B-D12
  Brand: BRENNER
Booth: 1B-C23
 

  Zero in on Zones
The fairground is divided into five product zones and seven group pavilions. Brand Name Gallery is one of the best places to check out new season product launches of branded eyewear, such as British brand TD Tom Davies’ second Natural Horn Collection for Autumn 2011 and French brand Lafont’s full collection of optical frames and sunglasses. In its third appearance at the fair, the gallery features over 150 important brands from 18 countries and regions. Accessories will also be introduced in the Eyewear, Frames, Lens & Accessories Zone.

Thanks to advancements in technology that have made contact lenses more comfortable and hygienic, they are now more widely accepted. In order to help industry players thrive in this market area, Hong Kong Optical Fair is introducing a new zone called Contact Lens & Accessories to facilitate efficient sourcing of such items. Other product zones include Optometric Instrument, Equipment and Machinery Zone and Trade Services Zone.


  Clearlab Sg Pte Ltd.
Booth: 1C-C17
  Globe International Limited
Booth: 1C-D23
  Opticon Ltd
Booth: 1C-D18
 

  Hong Kong Optical Fair - The First QR Code Enabled Fair
Get connected with exhibitors via your smartphone or tablet while at our trade fairs. The Hong Kong Optical Fair is the first QR-code enabled fair in Hong Kong, allowing you to experience a hassle-free sourcing journey.

Just follow these three simple steps (Download --> Activate --> Scan) to enjoy these smart features for smartphone users. Click here to see more.


Free Wi-Fi is available at the HKTDC Buyer Centre (Hall 1C Concourse); download the Exhibitor Scanner in the HKTDC Product Magazines App at and now.

  Looking Into the Future
The theme of the 9th Hong Kong Optometric Conference is “Vision for the Next Generation”, covering the subject from the physiological perspective as well as presenting research results on DISC Lens for myopia control and raising issues related to myopia in children. The fair also features a programme of seminars offering market information as well as insights into eyewear fashion trends.

  Media Preview
The pre-fair press conference on 17 Oct unveiled fair highlights to journalists. Results of the 13th Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition were also announced at the conference.

HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Benjamin Chau (second from left), Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association President Grace Tai (third from left), and Tony Chow (left) and Vanessa Chan (right), both Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association Vice Presidents took part in the pre-fair press conference for the Fair  
Winners of Corporate group (left) and Individual Group (right) with their design pieces
  Lai Pui-yan was named Champion of the Individual Group. Her winning design, “Show · Big,” also took the Creativity Award and Made-to-Sell Award  
  Free Gift on Offer
Simply present this email printout, your business card and buyer badge to redeem your FREE leather case memo * while sourcing the latest optical products. Look for the “Visitor Promotion Counter” at Hall 3B (3B-C32).

*Free gifts are redeemable on a first-come-first-served basis while stocks last. Souvenirs are only available to trade buyers. Each buyer is only entitled to one souvenir.
  What’s On Today? - 3 November

Time

Activities

Venue

2pm-2:20pm Brand Name Gallery Eyewear Parade Brand Name Gallery Wine Cellar, Hall 1B
3pm-4pm Seminar on “A Global Eyewear Tour – Looking at the Latest Style” Meeting Rooms N106-8
3pm-3:20pm Brand Name Gallery Eyewear Parade Brand Name Gallery Wine Cellar, Hall 1B

  Fair Opening Hours

Fair Dates

Opening Hours

Buyer Registration Hours

3 November (Thu) 10am-6:30pm 9:30am-6pm
4 November (Fri) 9:30am-6:30pm 9am-6pm
5 November (Sat) 9:30am-5pm 9am-4:30pm

Act Now for FREE Admission!
For trade visitors, register now for your FREE admission badge through one of the three following channels:
Smartphone Info Site - download HKTDC Mobile at iPhone App Store, BlackBerry App World or Android Market; or

Mobile Info Site - visit hktdc.com/wap/optical/T118; or

SMS your email address to 6390 0702

  Intensive Worldwide Publicity
Each year the fair organiser creates an intensive marketing campaign targeting buyers worldwide to ensure the success of the fairs. Take a look at the promotional boards at Expo Drive Entrance, Hall 1E Concourse, Level 2 Mezzanine and Hall 3E Concourse.

 
  hktdc.com Free Sourcing Service
Now you can locate the right products you need by getting a list of relevant exhibitor with booth numbers and product photos at the fair. Look for this friendly sign at the fairground.



  Free Official Magazines (Full exhibitors list included)
 
Don't forget to collect your FREE copy of the HKTDC Optical, the official magazine of Optical Fair, which includes the full exhibitor list, fair information and floor plan at the Buyer Registration Counters, HKTDC Buyer Centre and Information Centres, while stocks last!

What's more, you can search “HKTDC Magazines” and download at Apple App Store or Android Market now!


  Concurrent Event
The 4th HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair will also run concurrently with the Optical fair.

  IPR Alert!
The fair organizers are committed to safeguarding the intellectual property rights of all exhibitors. Any infringement is taken extremely seriously.

The fair organizers have appointed an IPR Task Force for the HKTDC Hong Kong Optical Fair 2011. Wilkinson & Grist, the fair’s legal adviser, is investigating IPR infringement complaints at the fairground. Such complaints may be filed at the IPR Office at Room G204 at Level 2 Mezzanine.

  Asian Logistics & Maritime Conference
25 November 2011 (Friday)
Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre

This conference will discuss the latest global trends in logistics, maritime and supply chain management, and their impact on Asia. For traders, importers, exporters and manufacturers, this is the platform to gather first-hand intelligence in developing logistics efficiency and competitive edge.

Learn more and register at www.asianlogisticsconference.com

  Enquiry Contact
Customer Service Line: (852) 1830 668


RT
Rebecca Tse
Manager, Marketing Communications
Exhibitions Department


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