Increases in Shanghai

The three-day China International Hardware Show came to an end on Friday with a definite plus on the visitor side. Nearly 40 000 trade visitors from 85 countries and regions, or some 14 per cent more than last year, came to the Shanghai event. There was also an increase in the total number of exhibitors to 2 400 (four per cent up), while the exhibition space of 115 000 m² amounted to an increase of 15 per cent. Among other things, support by the European DIY Retail Association (EDRA) ensured that a great number of buyers from the international DIY scene were present at the event. The supplementary programme included the International Summit of China Tools, a conference organised by the International Hardware Association (IHA), as well as special exhibitions and award presentations.