• Venue: Singapore Expo 
• Halls : Hall 5 & 6, Atrium 5 & Foyer 2 
• Location: Singapore / Singapore
• Date: 11/27/2008 » 11/30/2008
• Frequency: Annual
• Website: www.sitex.com.sg
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Sitex 2008 - 20th Singapore Consumer Electronics Show.

New attractions at the 2008 Singapore Sitex are sections on sports electronics, digital art and digital music technologies. 

Sitex - Singapore Consumer Electronics and Technology Exhibition.

The annual Sitex Exhibition in Singapore is major consumer trade show where top brands exhibit their latest products and innovations to an eager public of all ages.

Product sections include: animation and comics; automobile electronics; digital cameras camcorders; computer hardware and peripherals; gaming consoles and accessories; business IT; home entertainment and home theatre; IT for kids; telephones and portable music/video players and more.

SITEX is the launch pad for Singapore's best infocomm and consumer electronic products. It's the infocomm event of the year where consumers come face to face with innovative technologies in computer hardware and software, digital products, wireless applications and solutions from world renowned brand.

SITEX is not only about Value Bargains but MORE. It encompasses a learning platform packed with activities for the modern generation to get acquainted with the latest galore of Infocomm and consumer electronic offerings in the market.

Riding on last year’s success, you can expect more than 800,000 visitors and over 500 brands spread across 200,000 sq ft of exhibition hall.

Image by : www.sitex.com.sg

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• Venue: Washington D.C. Convention Center
• Location: USA / Washington
• Date: 11/07/2008 » 11/09/2008
• Frequency: Annual
• Website: www.craftsamericashows.com
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Washington Craft Show 2008 : A prestigious craft show for discriminating customers and distinguished craft artists.

After American people were made busy with president's election, and Barack Obama already win the election, Now, it's time to relax to see this event. 

Over 140 fine artists will be chosen to take part in the 2008 Washington Craft Show. A highly competitive pool of applicants is judged beforehand on the basis of technical skill, quality of workmanship, and originality of design. The final selection is then eligible for the prizes during the show and all exhibitors are encouraged to come and meet their potential customers.

Washington Craft Show : High End Craft Exhibition, Washington DC.

Among the nation's premier events of contemporary American craft, designed for knowledgeable collectors as well as discriminating shoppers who appreciate high quality and original design,the annual Washington Craft Show presents some of the United State's leading craft artists.

This juried event features recognized masters and promising emerging artists accompanied by their latest collections of exceptional one-of-a-kind and limited-edition art for the home, office and to wear.
Prize giving ceremonies and talks from experts complete the agenda.

Image source : www.craftsamericashows.com  

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• Venue : Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre ( DICEC) 
• Hall : Halls 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Sheikh Maktoum Hall
• Country : United Arab Emirates / Abu Dhabi 
• Date : 11/11/2008 - 11/15/2008
• Frequency : Annual
• Organizer : Dubai World Trade Centre
• Website : http://www.jewelleryshow.com
• Open To : Trade and Public
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• Description :
• Dubai International Jewellery Week reflects one of the world's most dynamic markets for luxury goods. It provides the perfect platform for global and regional manufacturers to meet buyers from the Gulf, North Africa, India and beyond. Dubai International Jewellery Week builds upon international interest in the Middle East's jewellery landscape to provide a week long extravaganza of three distinct shows  Areeq Dubai, Jewellery Collections Dubai and Jewellery Trade Dubai. These tailored events will deliver focused forums for traders, consumers and exhibitors from across the globe, with more than 400 exhibitors from over 20 countries.
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• Why Dubai :
  
• "Because we have no taxes, easy imports procedures and a huge turnover, we can sell Italian gold cheaper than they do in Italy, and Indian buyers come here for their Indian made wedding jewellery"
• - Tawhid Abdullah, Chairman, Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group (DGJG)

1. Dubai gold imports were worth $14.75 billion in 2006 and are expected to double in the coming years with retail trade reaching around $3 billion.
   
2. Gold trade through Dubai reached $5.23 billion in the third quarter of 2007, an increase of 55% compared to the same period in 2006.
   
3. City of shopping – An incredible place for shopping that attracts tens of millions of visitors annually to its ultra-modern shopping malls.
   
4. Customs duties are low at 4% with many exemptions.
   
5. The jewellery market of the UAE is worth $6.13 billion the second biggest in the region after Saudi Arabia.
   
6. The region is one of the largest marketing arms in the world for luxury jewellery and timepieces, estimated to be worth nearly $10 billion dollars by 2010.
   
7. The UAE will soon become the top export market for Italian jewellers, replacing the US, reported Reuters.
   
8. Maurizio Castro, Director General of Vicenza Fair, said that "maybe in 2008 and certainly in 2009 the Emirates will become the main export market for Italian jewellery".
   
9. "10 per cent of its GDP in 2007 was derived from combined gold and jewellery revenues," said H.E. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Alshihhi, Undersecretary - Planning Sector, UAE Ministry of Economy.
   
10. In 2007, Dubai's rough diamond trade saw a 29% increase from 2006 to reach $4.82 billion, with trade in polished diamonds rising a massive 88% to hit $6.41 billion.
    
11. Dubai Pearl Exchange (DPE) – establishment of the DPE is to revive the UAE's historical status as a leading destination for pearl diving and trading.
    
12. The United Arab Emirates accounts for 14% of the world's jewellery sales.
    
13. According to the World Wealth Report published by Merrill Lynch, there are 68,100 millionaires residing in the Emirates today.
    
14. Dubai is synonymous with high quality and affluence and according to the Wage Index it now outranks Hong Kong, Moscow and Rome for highest gross pay per individual.
    
15. Tourists account for 46% of all jewellery sales within the UAE.

Source: 1000 Numbers & Reasons Why Dubai, Dubai eGovernment, Dubai Economic Lands, DTCM, and Dubai Chamber of Commerce.

Pic. source : http://www.jewelleryshow.com

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Venue : Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre 

Location : Melbourne - Australia

Date : 1 - 2 November 2008

Frequency : Annual

Website : www.armageddonexpo.com

The Armageddon Multimedia Expo

This exhibition presents comics, animations, gaming, multimedia & it’s supported by Australia’s premier source for pro wrestling information and local act Comics publishing. This is  the greatest event in the universe.

In this exhibition, you’ll  enjoy with various supporting program like live wrestling, animation music video contest, Armageddon Dragonball contest, streets ice cream eating contest , starwars display, Gaming Naruto, Anime voice acting workshop, movie screening, etc.

Entry ticket for Gold pass $ 400.00, adult $ 18.00 (single day entry) and $ 32 (two day pass), child ages 5-12 $ 10.00 (single day entry) and $ 17.00 (two day pass, family pass $ 50.00 (2 adult & 3 child) and ages under 5 is free. 

So don’t miss it !


Special Event :

1. Anime Voice Acting Workshop: Dub Like You Mean It! - 2pm Saturday - Madman animation panel room
   
2. Mythological Anime: Giant Robots and Superheroes - 2pm Sunday Madman animation panel room
   
3. Madman panel and animation screening room - event schedule
   
4. Movie screening - The Girl Who Lept Through Time - 5pm Saturday Main Stage
   
5. Movie screening - Neon Genesis Evangelion 1.0 you are (Not) alone - 5pm Sunday Main Stage
   
6. Live Wrestling
   
7. Movie screening - Heart of an Empire - Madman panel room - 3pm saturday
   
8. AMV - Animation Music Video contest 11am Saturday - Madman animation roon
   
9. COSPLAY CONTEST - Main Stage 4pm Sunday
   
10. Wizards of the coast - Demos, giveaways and more!
    
11. Main stage schedule
    
12. Photo session schedule
    
13. Madman Entertainment anime/comic panel room schedule
    
14. Armageddon Dragonball Z Kamehameha contest – 4pm Saturday Main Stage
    
15. Streets Ice Cream eating contest – 3pm Sunday Main Stage
    
16. Streets Ice Cream eating contest – 3pm Sunday Main Stage
    
17. Autograph signing schedule - TV and Movie, Wrestling, Anime and Comic guests
    
18. Pillow Fight – 5pm Sunday - In event wrestling ring
    
19. Dominos Pizza Eating contest – 3pm Saturday Main Stage
    
20. GAMING -THQ gaming display
    
21. GAMING -Naruto: The Broken Bond - be amongst the first to play it at Armageddon
    
22. Event showbags and Top Trumps
    
23. 501st legion - STAR WARS display
    
24. Free Lasertag arena
    
25. Trading Card tournament schedule
    

Photo source : http://www.armageddonexpo.com.au  

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The Paris Motor Show ( French : Mondial de l'Automobile) is a biennial Auto Show in Paris. Held in the fall, it is one of the most important auto shows, often with many new production automobile and concept car debuts. The show was the first motor show in the world, started in 1898 by industry pioneer, Albert de Dion. The show takes place in Paris Expo in Porte de Versailles. The Mondial is scheduled by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles , which considers it a major international auto show.

Until 1986  it was called Salon de l'Auto. It took the name Mondial de l'Automobile in 1988 . 

The 2008 Paris Show will take place from 4 October to 19 October 2008, in Paris Expo , Porte de Versailles .

Attracting almost 1.5m visitors, and featuring 500 brands from 30 countries, the Paris Motor Show remains the most popular automobile show in the western world. This must-see event is not just for car manufacturers and the entire automobile industry, but for all car enthusiasts too. Much more than just shows and concept cars on the stands, expect to also see “The incredible collection”, a special exhibition of the major works of the French museums and private collections; a 4WD initiation track, a karting track; accompanied driving track for young drivers (16-18), a “Rallye Jeunes” track (for 18-25); and a 360 degree virtual driver tournament, as well as car trials in urban circuits (proposed by the car makers).

Photo Gallery : 

Article source : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2008_Paris_Motor_Show

Photo source : http://www.mondialautomobile.com/Press/Gallery/tabid/191/language/en-US/Default.aspx     

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You want to explore your business in China, the giant developing country?

Lets take a look at the magical power of Canton Fair.

The Canton Fair (China Import and Export Fair) is Chinas LARGEST trade fair of the highest level, of the most complete varieties and of the largest attendance and business turnover.

The NEWEST information of Canton Fair will probably get you more prepared for the Chinese trade.

The 104th Canton Fair will be arranged in 3 phases instead of 2, from 15 October to 6 November, 2008. Each phase will last 5 days instead of 6 with 2 intervals for 4 days each. All three phases will be held in the Pazhou Complex, while Liuhua Complex will no longer be used.

Exhibition Sections:

Phase 1: 15th -19th, October, 2008

Categories: Large Machinery and Equipment, Small Machinery, Bicycles, Motorcycles, Vehicle Spare Parts, Chemical Products, Hardware, Tools, Vehicles (Outdoor), Construction Machinery (Outdoor), Household Electrical Appliances, Consumer Electronics, Electronic and Electrical Products, Computer and Communication Products, Lighting Equipment, Building and Decorative Materials, Sanitary and Bathroom Equipment, International Pavilion.
Interval from October 20 to 23

Phase 2: 24th -28th, October, 2008

Categories: Kitchenware & Tableware; General Ceramics; Art Ceramics; Home Decorations; Glass Artware; Furniture; Weaving, Rattan & Iron Arts; Gardening Products; Stone & Iron Products (Outdoor); Household Items; Personal Care Products; Toiletries; Clocks, Watches & Optical Instruments; Toys, Gifts & Premiums; Festival Products.
Second interval from October 29 to November 1

Phase 3: 2nd -6th, November, 2008

Categories: Men and womens Clothes; Kids wear; Underwear; Spots and Casual Wear; Furs, Leather, Downs & Related Products; Fashion Accessories and Fittings; Home Textiles; Textile Raw Materials & Fabrics; Carpets & Tapestries; Food; Native Produce; Medicines and Health Products; Medical Devices, Disposables and Dressings; Sports, Travel and Recreation Products; Office Supplies; Shoes; Cases and Bags.

The Canton Fair has achieved great success after splitting into 2 phases since its 91st session in 2002. In the recent 6 years, the Canton Fair has developed better and better and enjoyed high reputation among the exhibitors and buyers. Under the leadership of the Ministry of Commerce of the Peoples Republic of China, the research and investigation of the reform proposal has lasted for over 1 year and collected suggestions from all relevant sides, especially exhibitors and buyers through various means such as survey, seminar, on-site interview, and email. The exhibitors and buyers generally support the Canton Fairs reform for 1 session in 3 phases.

Now, PLAN your China Business Trip!

External link :
http://www.cantontradefair.com/

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About the Event

CommunicAsia2008 - Where the Business of Technology Comes to Life

The region's premier Information and Communications Technology event returns to Singapore from 17 - 20 June 2008. In its 19th edition,
CommunicAsia have been transforming the technology and business landscapes since 1979.

Reflecting the synergistic trend in the infocomm and digital media industries, the show will showcase the full spread of convergent technologies and applications from industry leaders intended to enhance enterprises' mobility and users' lifestyle.

The CommunicAsia Exhibition and Summit serve as a global platform for top operators, service providers, regulators, vendors and consultants to network, exchange industry best practices and shape the future of technology.

As the Asia Pacific region’s largest international ICT and telecommunications tradeshow, CommunicAsia 2008 is the ideal location for launching or expanding your presence in the US$146 billion South East Asian market. The 2007 event attracted 66,000 professional visitors and showcased over 2,402 exhibitors from 65 countries and regions. Over 50 per cent of the visitors and 80 per cent of exhibitors came from outside of Singapore.

Who should participate :
Companies from every sector of the ICT and telecommunications industries will be on show at CommunicAsia 2008 including:

• 3G / 3G LTE/ 4G
• Mobile communications, entertainment and applications
• Broadband wireless
• Next generation networks / VoIP / IPTV
• Infrastructure equipment and solutions
• WiMAX / Mobile WIMAX
• Satellite communications and technologies.

More information : http://www.communicasia.com/

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