Tuesday, 21 February 2006 | Elif Sungur
17th China International Furniture Fair
Guangzhou
China International Furniture Fair (Guangzhou), a show ever known as the barometer of Chinese furniture industry, enjoys a reputation of being the Asia's furniture sourcing center. The biannual exhibition has grown to be a must-attend event attracting increasing attention from the world furniture industry. In March 2005, the CIFF succeeded in taking place at two stages in terms of product categories, that is, with home furniture showcased on the first stage and with office furniture displayed on the second stage. The total exhibiting space at two stages reached up to 250,000 sqm, and approximately 1500 companies participated at the events. After splitting into two stages by product nature, the CIFF managed to accommodate more quality companies' participation, to diversify its product profile to meet buyers' needs. The CIFF 2005 March was visited by 99134 trade buyers, including 22400 overseas counterparts from over 154 countries and regions. With 2 stages in 1 show, the CIFF provides a broader and more specialized platform with a stronger driving force for furniture players worldwide.
Continuous Growth in Size and Quality Attracts More buyers to CIFF2006
In March 2006, the CIFF continues to be running on the two stages in one show. The 1st stage will be scheduled on March 18¡ª21, concentrating on home furniture, i.e. modern and classical furniture while the second stage will be held on March 27¡ª30, showcasing office furniture and commercial furniture respectively. The Homedecor and Housewares China 2006 will take place in conjunction with the home furniture show on the 1st stage. Meanwhile Interzum Guangzhou and Hometextile China are set in conjunction with the 2nd stage of CIFF2006. The CIFF2006 will strive to adjust product structures and further categorize product lines based on buyers' needs and market developments. An evaluating system will be implemented in order to ensure the quality standards of exhibitors and their products. At the CIFF2006, buyers will see more international companies and local exhibitors with original design and innovative artwork. As to office furniture show, a bigger range of commercial and business furniture will be added in the product profile to adapt to the market change. The CIFF office furniture show sets its objective to be the best show of the same kind in Asia with world-class standard.
Time
March 18-21, 2006 (1st Phase:Home Furniture)
March 27-30, 2006 (2nd Phase:Office Furniture)
Location
Chinese Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex
For more information, please visit http://www.ciff-gz.com/EN/
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