We actively utilise the hktdc.com Sourcing platform to showcase our most popular and eco-friendly products series, prominently displaying our sustainable development philosophy through the "Green Solutions" logo displayed on our exhibition fascia provided by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). As global demand for green solutions continues to rise, this direction aligns seamlessly with our brand and product strategy. Recently, we have received a growing number of enquiries from buyers in the US, the UK, France, Australia, Thailand, Taiwan, and other emerging markets. Among them, two buyers from Vietnam and Thailand first browsed our products on the platform and later met us during the fair.
Each year, the HKTDC’s exhibitions and promotional activities contribute to approximately 10% of our annual revenue growth, equivalent to around US$500,000, further strengthening our competitive position in the international market.
Young Tide Limited is a Hong Kong-based, design-led company dedicated to delivering original stationery, lifestyle goods, and packaging solutions to the global market. A core focus of our brand is sustainability.
Our primary goal in attending the Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair was to connect with more clients and partners who share similar core values around sustainability and quality design. We have met promising contacts from the Chinese Mainland, India, Lebanon, the Philippines, and other emerging markets, securing 10 solid contacts from the first few hours alone, aiming to reach at least 30 quality leads by the end of the fair. These contacts have shown real buying interest, with potential orders ranging from 100 to 2,000 pieces, upwards of US$11,000. We closely followed up these genuine leads and successfully converted an order for 2,000 pieces, valued at US$20,000 from a French premium hotel accessories agency.
The fair has demonstrated itself as an extremely effective platform for going global, drawing a large number of international clients in one place. Our "Green Solution" tag at the booth has proven highly effective, attracting a similar-minded customer base that prioritises environmental responsibility and helping us stand out clearly from competitors.
We are very satisfied with the results and will definitely return next year to continue building on this momentum.
Founded in 1987, Diakakis Imports S.A. is a leading Greek importing and distributing company specialising in backpacks, stationery, licensed brands, as well as craft and office items. We have been participating in the Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair since 2013, playing a vital role in supporting our international orientation for new activities and partnerships in emerging markets.
The event consistently attracts visitors from all over the world as an excellent platform for gathering on-site feedback from clients and expanding our distribution network. Every year, we gain two or three additional promising leads as a direct result of the fair, and our products are now exported to a total of 69 countries. These include recent additions to our distribution network from regions such as Costa Rica, Argentina, various African countries, and Arab markets. We expect to make 70 new contacts by the end of the fair.
The timing of the fair is also ideal as it marks the beginning of a new season and helps us establish plans for the year ahead. HKTDC opportunities remain one of the best opportunities to connect with global buyers in one place. We are very satisfied with the results and will definitely return next year to continue building on this momentum.
Chung Tin Industrial Limited specialises in binders, expanding files, notebooks, and other office supplies. As our third time participating in the HKTDC Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair, we have secured 20 solid leads, and aim to target 40 strong leads by the end of the event. Buyers are coming from emerging markets such as Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, India, South Africa, and regions that represent relatively new opportunities for us, having historically focused on Japan and The US.
We aim provide initial sample orders of around 1,000 units at around US$7,000, which could translate to an additional US$500,000, or 5%, annual growth in revenue for clients met from the fair. Current market trends clearly show strong demand for personalised products and eco-friendly solutions, as evidenced by buyer enquiries at the fair. The HKTDC Green Solutions label prominently displayed at our booth has proven highly effective in attracting such environmentally conscious customers.
The fair plays a vital role in helping us build business beyond our traditional markets and achieve true global expansion.
Blaxall Optics Low Vision Limited is a New Zealand-based company focusing on magnification products. We joined the HKTDC Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair for the first time to explore opportunities in the gifts and stationery segments, showcasing our range of magnifiers and reading glasses.
Our main markets are the US and Europe, the fair provides an opportunity to actively expand into. So far, we have generated 10 promising leads, with a goal of reaching 50 by the end of the show. Many of these leads are from new countries and regions, including Poland, Hong Kong, Macao, and Thailand, with most matched through Click2Match at ease. The opportunity enables us to connect with new buyers efficiently, particularly as US tariffs reinforced the importance of market diversification. In the long run, the contacts are expected to contribute to at least 5% annual growth, equivalent to around US$100,000 in additional business.
We are especially proud to have been awarded as the most scanned exhibitor on Scan2Match for this show, which highlights the usefulness of having such a convenient tool in leading to getting strong interest in our products. We hope many of these connections will continue to engage with us online after the fair.
The HKTDC stationery fair has proven highly effective for going global, diversifying into new markets, and accelerating business growth.
Our company sells seals and stamp pads, targeting primarily retailers and distributors from Asian countries, including Japan, Korea, Chinese mainland, and Thailand. This is our first time participating in the fair, and so far we have received around 100 contacts, 10 of which show strong potential for ongoing communication or placing orders. The industry is experiencing healthy growth due to the resurgence of bullet journals, particularly in Asian countries. We are also very satisfied with the arrangements made by the HKTDC this time, especially the precise booth allocation, which has enabled us to reach clients more smoothly. We will consider joining the fair again next time.
Our company specialises in brand development and analysis, and also operates retail stores in Taiwan selling gifts and stationery. By attending this exhibition, we aim to discover distinctive products.
Personally, I am product-oriented and remain open to products from any country, provided they are appealing and of excellent quality. Currently, I am particularly interested in the scene-building stickers. Additionally, a wooden toy has caught my attention, which we believe would be suitable for children’s scientific education in schools. We may follow up with the suppliers of these two product categories.
We plan to begin with small-scale collaborative trials and, pending positive market feedback, gradually develop deeper cooperation. This exhibition has exposed me to many forward-looking trends, with the diverse designs and unique Hong Kong IPs being especially refreshing. These elements not only align well with current consumer market demands but have also provided me with substantial inspiration and practical insights.
I have been in the stationery business for 49 years. Currently, in addition to our existing office stationery brand operations, we are also shifting our focus towards the student market and other specific enthusiast segments. With the help of this exhibition, I have engaged with eight suppliers. As an importer, we typically aim to purchase a full container load of products, valued at approximately US$30,000. In recent years, due to the digitalisation and computerisation of office environments, the sales of traditional stationery have indeed been impacted, leading to a decline in market demand. This exhibition has provided a valuable platform for us to explore innovative and distinctive products, enriching our product portfolio. We are very grateful for the opportunity to directly engage with emerging trends and innovative products, which offers important insights for our future business expansion.
OfficeMate (Thai) Limited is a part of Central Retail Group. We operate leading retail and business-to-business channels such as OfficeMate and B2S, specialising in stationery, office equipment and lifestyle products for consumers and corporate clients across Thailand.
At the Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair, we are looking for new suppliers and refreshing our product selection, particularly with innovative and tech-driven stationery items. This year, I noticed strong potential in electronic stationery, especially the electronic drawing boards which are not yet common in Thailand from a Chinese Mainland company. With the exciting market potential, I expect possible future orders valued around US$10,000.
I also found the sustainable and eco-design labels inspiring, which align with Thailand’s growing consumer interest in environmentally friendly products. The HKTDC’s Click2Match and Scan2Match platforms proved very useful for discovering and re-engaging with exhibitors, saving considerable time in sourcing discussions.
Through Click2Match, I was able to schedule targeted meetings in advance and identify unique designs that I might have missed otherwise. The Scan2Match function has also been convenient for recording booth details for later reference. I truly look forward to visiting again with my other sales members next year as the HKTDC fair remains one of the world’s most significant sourcing platforms for both industries and offers me valuable business connections.
SOWINS imports creative crafts and DIY products to Poland. As our first time attending the Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair, we are very pleased with the results.
The Click2Match platform has been functional at successfully matching us with relevant exhibitors. Scan2Match has also proven very useful in jotting down exhibitors that caught our interest, making it easy to follow up later. With 8 solid contacts so far, we plan to place initial orders with three suppliers on DIY, dough, clay, art craft and colour pen products, with a total value of US$60,000.
The fair has provided an excellent opportunity to source high-quality, innovative products for our market back in Poland.