2 October 2009, Hong Kong - Interstoff Asia Essential opens
its doors next week at the Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Centre with a
programme of 14 seminars, an informative panel discussion on sustainability
plus several innovative design talent features. Running for three days, 7 – 9
October, the branded event will present some of the finest eco, fashion and
functional fabrics from around the world. More than 200 exhibitors from 12
countries and regions are confirmed, while China, Korea, Japan and Taiwan will
host pavilions at the show that are organised by China Chamber of Commerce for
Textiles, Korea Fashion Textile Association, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and
Taiwan Textile Federation respectively.
Retailers and textile suppliers worldwide have been
strategising on reducing costs, increasing business and coping with these
uncertain times. Huntsman, Lenzing Austria, Toppy Co and the Hong Kong Apparel
Society will lead this year’s panel discussion at Interstoff Asia, scheduled
for Thursday, 8 October 2009 from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. This discussion is
subject to a nominal fee and seating will be based on a first come, first serve
basis.
Another topic of concern, sustainability, will be explored
with experts from adidas, Bluesign Technologies AG and a member of the Hong
Kong Sustainable Fashion Business Consortium. They will identify sustainable
concepts, challenges and opportunities in the textile supply value chain on the
afternoon of Thursday 8, October 2009.
Continuing on the hot subject of sustainability,
eco-friendly dyeing and chemical solution seminars are confirmed to take place
on Friday, 9 October 2009 for the entire day. Leading companies such as BASF,
Dystar, Huntsman and Clariant, plus many more will share ecological industry
insight, a growing trend among apparel fabrics and textile related
professionals.
In addition to gaining valuable insight for successful
business, attendees will have the opportunity to take part in a range of
colourful and inspirational seminars that will include discussions on design
& trends, plus updates on the latest industry technology.
Equally as important and innovative will be a series of
platforms promoting both local and international design talent. Six of the most
celebrated and best graduating talent from the UK’s Texprint competition will
once again return to Interstoff Asia Essential Autumn to present their latest
work.
This year’s show will also debut two eco-focused initiatives
that will feature creative fashion designs from young and emerging talent:
RE:BORN and Ethical Fashion Forum (EFF) Innovation winners plus several fashion
designers representing the Hong Kong Designer’s Association.
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