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Eco Expo Asia to feature country and region pavilions from the European Union, France, Hong Kong and the UK
Two new thematic zones to be launched at 2009 fair- HSBC Eco Asia Conference to focus on Green Production, Green Transportation and Green Building
From 28 – 31 October 2009, Hong Kong will be an environmental hub as the specially tailored trading platform, Eco Expo Asia, showcases the latest innovations in environmental protection rolls-out at AsiaWorld-Expo.
Aiming at providing equitable environmental solutions to domestic and International markets, the fourth edition of Eco Expo Asia has received strong support from environmental professionals in the commercial, governmental and non-governmental sectors.
Up till August 2009, group pavilions from the European Union, France, Hong Kong and the UK have been confirmed. These have been organised respectively by The European Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong, the French Chamber of Commerce & Industry in Hong Kong, the Federation of Hong Kong Industries, Hong Kong Environmental Industry Association and the UK Trade and Investment North West International Trade Team. All these pavilions will feature the latest environmental products, technologies, concepts and high value services at the fair this autumn.
Among the confirmed pavilions, the UK Pavilion will feature more than 14 British suppliers. Exhibitor highlights include environmental design services, air-monitoring equipment, organic products for farming, biodiesel processing equipment, energy usage monitoring systems, plus energy and carbon management services.
“We are excited about demonstrating our services to a new audience. Eco Expo Asia will provide CJ P with a wonderful opportunity to meet like-minded thinkers and will foster a fertile atmosphere to discuss and develop sustainable ideas for the building industry,” noted UK exhibitor, Mr Paul Clark, Managing Director of CJ Partnership.
In accordance with government initiatives to transform the Pearl River Delta into a quality green living area, close co-operations are being sought with Shenzhen, Fujian and Macau municipal officials to encourage more participation from China.
Two new thematic zones to be launched at 2009 fair
In line with Hong Kong government’s initiatives to promote clean transportation and the use of eco-friendly vehicles, the organisers of Eco Expo Asia will launch the exciting new Electric Vehicle Zone. Hong Kong based Portapower (HK) Ltd will be displaying their Emotorcycle, E-bike and battery packs in this special area.
Another new thematic zone to be launched this year is the Service Industry Zone. Participants in this enclosure include the Hong Kong Institute of Architects and the Hong Kong Institute of Engineers, which will introduce energy efficient applications in architecture, eco-friendly materials for construction and fitting, environmental project equipment and fitting, as well as eco-friendly landscaping designs.
HSBC Eco Asia Conference to focus on Green Production, Green
Transportation and Green Building
The highly regarded HSBC Eco Asia Conference returns once again with leading international scholars and industry professionals to hold a series of in-depth discussions on Green Production, Green Transportation and Green Building.
Recognising the importance of this environmental platform, the French Trade Commission, the Consulate General of France in Hong Kong & Macau and the
University of Hong Kong’s Faculty of Architecture will hold a Sino-French Seminar on Housing & Building Energy-Efficiency at the Conference this year. Sharing the knowledge in these particulars areas of expertise will be business professionals from France and Hong Kong.
Eco Expo Asia is jointly organised by HKTDC, Messe Frankfurt and new co-organiser, the Environment Bureau of the Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. For further information, please click www.ecoexpoasia.com or email ecoexpo@hongkong.messefrankfurt.com or exhibitions@hktdc.org.
Background information on Messe Frankfurt
Messe Frankfurt is Germany’s leading trade fair organiser, with 440 million euros in sales in 2008 and more than 1,500 employees worldwide. The Messe Frankfurt Group has a global network of 28 subsidiaries, five branch offices and 52 international Sales Partners, giving it a presence for its customers in more than 150 countries. Events “made by Messe Frankfurt” take place at more than 30 locations around the globe. In 2008, Messe Frankfurt organised more than 100 trade fairs, of which more than half took place outside Germany.
Messe Frankfurt’s exhibition grounds, featuring 578,000 square metres, are
currently home to nine exhibition halls and an adjacent Congress Centre. The company is publicly owned, with the City of Frankfurt holding 60 percent and the State of Hesse 40 percent.
For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com.
About the HKTDC
Established in 1966, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is the
international marketing arm for Hong Kong-based traders, manufacturers and service providers. With more than 40 offices worldwide, including 11 in the Chinese mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a platform for doing business with China and Asia. The HKTDC also organises trade fairs and business missions to connect companies with opportunities in Hong Kong and the mainland, while providing information via trade publications, research reports and online. For more information, visit www.hktdc.com.
Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd.
3506 China Resources Building
26 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Media Contact:
Ms Tracey Robertson
Tel +852 2238 9941
Fax +852 2519 8632
tracey.robertson@hongkong.messefrankfurt.com
www.messefrankfurt.com.hk
www.ecoexpoasia.com
Ms Chloe Kiosk
Hong Kong Trade Development Council
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Fax +852 3521 3189
chloe.kiosk@hktdc.org
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