FHC China – 4 to 6 December, 2009 Shanghai, China
Offering a unique platform for Australian companies to access Chinese retail and hospitality market and buyers, Australia will have a prominent standing at the event with the Australian Wine and Brandy Corp (AWBC) and Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) taking lead positions on the Australian pavilion. Australian F&B companies wanting to export to the Chinese market should act now to participate.
MosBuild – 31 March to 3 April, 2009 Moscow, Russia
Russia’s largest trade exhibition for the building and interiors trade features a huge range of products and services and hosts 2,667 exhibitors from 42 countries. Austrade Moscow will be assisting Australian companies participating at MosBuild which provides the most effective means to access the Russian building and construction sector with visitor numbers to the event exceeding 93,500.
The Middle East International Banking, Financial Technology & Services Exhibition and Conference (MEFX) – 26 to 28 April 2009 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Presented by Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the world's fastest growing financial centre, MEFX is the Middle East's leading banking and finance trade event. Austrade has recently established a Business & Financial Services unit to assist Australian companies in this sector with export opportunities and MEFX is listed by Austrade as one of the best routes to this Middle East market.
HOFEX – 6 to 9 May, 2009 Hong Kong, China
Held every 2 years in Hong Kong, HOFEX is the most significant food show in North Asia with over 1,800 exhibiting companies and close to 30,000 trade visitors (30% of which are international). Australia had the largest national delegation at HOFEX 2007 with 87 companies and with buyer groups from countries throughout Asia using HOFEX as their must attend event, it is essential for Australian companies to participate at HOFEX if they are looking to export to the Asian F&B market.
Seoul Food & Hotel – 13 to 16 May, 2009 Seoul, Korea
Korea is the third largest market for imported consumer foods in the Asia-Pacific where they depend on imported products for almost three-quarters of its food demand. Seoul Food & Hotel highlights Meat and Wine sectors during the event providing Australian companies with the best possible opportunities to meet key importers and distributors.
FM Expo – 24 to 26 May 2009 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The massive construction boom in the Gulf region has fuelled the growing Facilities Management market and FM Expo is the only event which brings all the key players of these industries together under one roof. With a strong Australian presence already in the Gulf this event provides unparallel opportunities for Australian companies looking to access this growing sector which shows no signs of slowing.
BroadcastAsia – 16 to 19 June 2009, Singapore
Showcasing the latest digital multimedia technology and broadcast industry equipment and services, BroadcastAsia is the definitive event for Australian companies providing innovative solutions in Broadcasting-to-Handheld, Digital Media Asset Management, HD (High Definition), IPTV and Professional Audio Technology. It is the destination event for regional business opportunities and is run parallel with CommunicAsia 2009.
CommunicAsia - 16 to 19 June 2009, Singapore
Asia Pacific region’s largest international ICT and telecommunications tradeshow, CommunicAsia is a priority event in the Austrade calendar with over 30 Australian companies exhibiting in 2008. With over 45,000 trade visitors and more than 1,500 exhibiting companies from 53 countries, this is the regions must-attend ICT exhibition.
Asian Aerospace - 7 to 10 September, 2009 Hong Kong, China
Held in Asia’s premier international aviation hub, Hong Kong, Asian Aerospace is the leading commercial aerospace and civil aviation industry event for companies seeking opportunities in the burgeoning China and north Asian markets. Training/Simulation, Maintenance Repair Overhaul (MRO) plus Airport Infrastructure and Services are exhibitor sectors within the event and attract airline officials and the main global aviation players. Not to be missed if your company is targeting China for potential business.
