VietnamWood 2021 will now take place from 20th – 23rd October 2021 with a host of new business model “Live, in-person + Online”
- 2021-03-29
“Hybrid Trade Shows” will be much needed to kick-start the post-pandemic economy and play a vital role in boosting trade and innovations during the economic recovery process. The 14th Vietnam International Woodworking Industry Fair (VietnamWood), a representative woodworking and wood processing machinery industry exhibition in Vietnam, the event was originally scheduled to run in September 2021. However, the 3rd week of October, 20th to 23rd 2021 allow more time for the world’s vaccination to take effect, leading to a safer in-person event environment and significantly higher face-to-face participation. VietnamWood is jointly organized by the Ministry of Industry & Trade - Vinexad National Trade Fair & Advertising J.S.C (VINEXAD) and Yorkers Trade & Marketing Service Co., Ltd. (YORKERS) and co-organized by the Handicraft and Wood Industry Association of Ho Chi Minh City (HAWA). It is the only exhibition endorsed by the European Federation of Woodworking Machinery Manufacturers (EUMABOIS) from the past 2 decades in Vietnam. VietnamWood aims to trigger intelligent, automation and upgrade the Vietnamese furniture and wooden manufactures with smart supply chain solutions. 500 + leading companies Line-up to Present Comprehensive Supply Chain Solutions VietnamWood 2019 featured attracted 573 exhibitors from the US, Europe and Asia and attracted 11,650 visitors from leading woodworking firms and plywood manufacturers such as Kaiser, Rochdale Spears, Wanek, TEKCOM Corporation and VinaWood. VietnamWood 2021 expect to gather over 500 exhibitors in presenting cutting-edge technologies, products, and services divided into primary processing (machines for veneer and plywood processing), secondary processing (sawing, planing, forming, CNC, edge banding, finger jointing, drilling, doweling and polishing), tools, related equipment for surface finishing, auxiliaries, dusting collecting, and furniture hardware or accessories. Notable exhibitors include Thuan Hien, Thuong Nguyen, Quoc Duy, Van Su Loi, Nanxing, RIKEN, Dai Phuc Vinh, Long Phat CNC, Sam Bac and many more will be showcasing at VietnamWood 2021. Wood Industry Associations Lend Strong Support to Facilitate Industrial Upgrade Both domestic and overseas wood industry associations strongly support VietnamWood, include the Binh Duong Furniture Association (BIFA), the Forest Products Association of Binh Dinh (FPA Binhdinh), the Vietnam Timber and Forest Product Association (VIETFOREST), and the Vietnam Association of Mechanical Industry (VAMI); the overseas associations as the German Woodworking Machinery Manufacturer’s Association (VDMA), the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKO), the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), the Quebec Wood Export Bureau (QWEB), French Timber, the Qingdao Woodworking Machinery Association, the Lunjiao Woodworking Machinery Chamber of Commerce, and the Taiwan Woodworking Machinery Association (TWMA). Taking advantage of the expertise from local industry associations, conferences and seminars will be held on the sidelines of the expo, focus on woodworking and wood processing technology, automation and digitalization. Vietnam Wood According to recent data, the total export value of timber, wooden products and forest products in 2020 estimated by VIFORES would reach $12.5 billion, showing a 10% growth compared to the previous year. The extraordinary result was partially credited to Vietnam's effective control of pandemic while countries like the US, the EU, and SEA countries had to temporarily suspended production from the pandemic lockdowns. With the implementation of two main free trade agreements–the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), Vietnam's wood processing and furniture manufacturing industry takes advantage of CPTPP, EVFTA for global market expansion. The EVFTA is hoped to contribute sustainable growth of Vietnam’s wood export and expect to open up new sales channels and raise product value. To pinpoint these prospects, VietnamWood as the leading regional biennial trade fair for woodworking industry held in Ho Chi Minh City is placing collaboration at the forefront of the fair’s evolving approach to sustainable local woodworking industry development. VietnamWood 2021 will be held from 20th to 23rd October at Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center (SECC). For more information, please visit www.chanchao.com.tw/vietnamwood or contact show management Chan Chao International Co., Ltd steven@chanchao.com.tw Background information on YORKERS TRADE & MARKETING SERVICE CO., LTD. Yorkers Trade & Marketing Service Co. Ltd., based in Hong Kong, has been a leader in organizing Exhibitions & Trade Fairs in ASEAN and South Asia for over three decades. Yorkers has held numerous machinery-related events in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Myanmar, Taiwan and Vietnam. Having amassed abundant experiences in the field, Yorkers Trade Fairs will serve as the best platforms for exploring trade opportunities in the emerging markets.
DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2021: Event Highlights Preview
- 2021-03-20
DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2021 will take place from March 24 to 26 at the New International Exhibition Center in Shanghai, China. Despite the global impact of the pandemic, DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR maintains its position as the leading flooring exhibition in the Asian-Pacific region and brings once more a series of attractive industry events. Mystery Box- VR+ Interior Design Gallery Five up and coming designers select materials for space design creation based on the mystery box of flooring materials provided by flooring brands. Designers integrate flooring products into the aesthetic innovation of a hotel space, a private residence space, a commercial real estate space, a new commercial space and an office space. The spaces are presented through a hybrid form of physical + VR display at Mystery Box: VR+ Interior Design Gallery, where visitors can put on VR glasses and immerse themselves in the virtual design world, walk through it and experience the designers' interior concepts. Global Flooring Festival Global Flooring Connect welcomes its third stop at the Global Flooring Festival together with DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR, 24-26 March 2021. Hosted buyers online Match-making Zone is upgraded to 225㎡, and more than 300 global online & offline trade matching sessions will be held during the exhibition. More than 2,000 quality buyers from Europe, North America and Asia Pacific have registered and placed their purchase requests. More than 20 online events, including online booth tours, product webinars, and conference webcasts, bring an immersive visiting experience to overseas exhibitors and visitors who cannot attend the exhibition due to current travel restrictions. Source : DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR
Woodworking Machinery Fair was completed successfully See you again in 2021
- 2020-10-26
The Shanghai International Furniture Machinery & Woodworking Machinery Fair (WMF) received full support from exhibitors and buyers after recovering from the pandemic. The four-day fair has drawn over 35,000 visitors and 230 exhibitors. WMF will be grandly held again on 3-6 September 2021 in collaboration with CIFF (Shanghai) in National Exhibition and Convention Center, continue exhibiting advanced equipment and technologies, and promote the sustainable development of woodworking and furniture industries. Overwhelming Responses from Visitors WMF 2020 brought together exhibitors from 7 countries and regions including Austria, Germany, Italy, China, Singapore, U.S.A and Taiwan Region. Star exhibitors like HOMAG、NANXING、BIESSE and EXCITECH have participated in the exhibition, and visitors all expressed satisfaction with the exhibition’s result. Mr. Mei Zhan Wei, the Engineering Manager of Beijing Lifeng Furniture Manufacturing Co., Ltd. said, “The WMF exhibition has done a good job in the arrangement of epidemic prevention and control, allowing the audience to visit without worries. At the same time, the quality of exhibitors has maintained the previous level.” Mr. Hongyao Zhuang, Sustainability Specialist at IKEA Furniture commented, “A variety of woodworking equipment and other new technologies were exhibited onsite. Exhibitors enthusiastically explained the solutions for us. The “Tech Talk” helped me have a deeper understanding of some professional areas such as LED UV technology. The event created an opportunity for me to connect with the speakers.” Mr. Yang Dawei from Gujia Home Furnishing – Engineering Management Department was satisfied with the exhibition and commented that the show provided a platform for him to contact the suppliers cooperating previously. The zone division of the exhibition was apparent. Explore New Business Opportunities Online and Offline WMF understands that the pandemic has brought travel restrictions to overseas buyers that they could not come to the fairground this year. Thus, WMF organized a series of online events to connect overseas buyers with exhibitors, such as online business matching. Both sides met online through a video call to better understand the needs. Furthermore, the organizer has also launched the first-ever webinar, invited professionals to explain the development of the Malaysian furniture market post-pandemic, and introduced automated furniture manufacturing technologies to keep the audience updated. During the show period, WMF has invited different local associations to participate, for example, Xuzhou Furniture Industry Association, Zhangjiagang Timber Industry Delegation, and Hubei Province Whole House Custom Wardrobe Cabinet Industry Association. With professional service and attitude, WMF has won praise in the industry. Mr. Chen Weiliang, Deputy Director of the Customized Home Furnishing Professional Committee of Xuzhou Furniture Industry Association, said there was a wider variety of the exhibited equipment. Many of their members have made purchases as well. Director Yang Hongyuan from Zhangjiagang Timber Industry Delegation expressed satisfaction with the organizer's arrangement and commented that the fair provided a one-stop platform where their members could communicate with other associations and exhibitors. Mr. Wang Jing, Deputy Secretary-General of Hubei Province Whole House Custom Wardrobe Cabinet Industry Association, said members were satisfied with the delegation tour and learned a lot from the exhibition. WMF is committed to integrating industry resources from upstream and downstream of the whole woodworking supply chain. Apart from showcasing a wide array of machineries, several forums were held in the fairground to share industry information such as The 19th Symposium on Development of Wood-based Panels Industry in China, The 2nd China Wood Industry Park and Port Industry Development Conference, “Tech Talk – Surface Treatment Technology” and The Story of Woodworking. In “Tech Talk – Surface Treatment Technology,” many topics were covered, such as Variety of Wood Finishes, Release of the Most Concerned Furniture Manufacturing Industry Trend 2020, and OSB surface treatment solution for oriented strand board. Massive market information was brought to the participants. In “The Story of Woodworking,” carpenters were invited to display their craftsmanship. Their works added vibrancy to the venue. Post Exhibition Webinar - Continues to Keep Up with the Market WMF 2020 was completed successfully. To keep up with the market, the organizer will continue to host the different online event. On 22 October 2020, at 3:30 pm (GMT+8), WMF will host another webinar on the Vietnam furniture market and panel furniture manufacturing solutions. For details, please check the WMF website and its social media platform. Sincerely invite people from all industries to participate. In 2020, WMF successfully upgraded its online and offline services, breaking the geographical restrictions, allowing visitors to communicate with the industry on WMF’s platform whenever and wherever possible. More new elements are coming up, and look forward to seeing you again on 3-6 September 2021.
