Eco Expo Asia is a specialised and professional marketing platform for manufacturers and suppliers of environmental goods and services who wish to access the dynamic green market. With Asia’s awareness of environmental protection growing at an immense rate, numerous business opportunities exist on every level, from governmental and commercial, to individual consumption. Eco Expo Asia in Hong Kong allows exhibitors to gain exposure for their brand, examine environmental trends and meet with international and local buyers.

Ideal platform to promote environmentallyfriendly products and services

Over 5,000 visitors from 89 countries/regions were attracted to Eco Expo Asia 2007, with 135 exhibitors who came from 18 countries/regions.

Among the trade visitors were governmental bodies such as Environmental Protection Department, Hospital Authority of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) Government, Airport Authority Hong Kong; and leading enterprises including Henderson, HAECO, City Super, Marks and Spencer, Walt Disney, Peninsula Hotel and DHL. Eco Expo Asia is the prime location to meet the important buyers of the environmental sector from all over Asia!

Entering into its third year, Eco Expo Asia continues to expand and thrive within its realm and is making great progress in introducing innovative environmental ideas and solutions to the public.

To cope with the region’s environmental needs, special focus will be placed on topics including:

• Air Quality
• Eco-friendly Product
• Energy Efficiency
• Waste & Recycling

Eco Asia Conference

The annual Eco Asia Conference is an important event featuring environmental protection experts as key speakers. Running alongside with Eco Expo Asia, this comprehensive conference has established itself as one of the major events in the calendar year as it covers a variety of significant environmentally themed topics of concern in the world, especially Asia.

Eco Asia Conference is one of the best opportunities for interaction and networking. Professionals and experts of environmental protection, as well as the public, can exchange market information about international progress of the conservation of the environment, especially in the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong.

Thriving market – going green in Hong Kong

There are increasing numbers of initiatives taken at every level to incorporate the concept of ‘going green’, from infrastructure developments to day-today needs.

The Hong Kong SAR Government has been taking various actions in creating a greener lifestyle for the public. The increase in environmental projects and policies such as the Port Shelter Sewerage Scheme, Regional Air Quality Monitoring Network, and the New Nature Conservation Policy continue to generate huge business opportunities and demands for environmental products and services. There are also various publicity campaigns and incentive schemes to raise public awareness and encourage everyone to work towards a greener city and life.

Private enterprises are putting the concept of ‘going green’ as their priority when investing in different projects. Environmental-friendly air conditioning systems are being used in buildings. New properties are incorporating the idea of ‘vertical gardens’ into their architectural designs and use energy-efficient compact fluorescent lamps.

Flourishing opportunities – cleaner production in Chinese mainland

According to Federation of Hong Kong Industries, there are about 55,200 manufacturing enterprises and 57,500 factories in the Pearl River Delta (PRD) that are owned or jointly owned by Hong Kong enterprises. With growing environmental consciousness, these companies are keen to seek environmental solutions to comply with governmental policies and increase cost-effectiveness. Commencing in April 2008, Hong Kong Productivity Council, with government funding of HK$93 million (USD12 million) will launch a five-year Cleaner Production Partnership Programme for promoting cleaner production technologies and practices amongst Hong Kong-owned factories in the PRD region.

Main exhibit profile

Air Quality

• Air pollution & gas emission control
• Air purification, filtration and deodorisation technology and equipment
• Desulphurisation and dust control technology and equipment
• Gas, smoke & chemical monitoring and treatment equipment

Eco-friendly Product

• Biodegradable and eco-friendly raw materials
• Biodegradable and recycled products and packaging
• Eco-friendly materials for construction and fitting
• Green decorative materials

Energy Efficiency

• Energy efficient applications in architecture
• Energy efficient vehicles
• Energy saving devices and products

Waste & Recycling

• Biological treatment equipment
• Oil recycling technology and equipment
• Solid waste treatment, incineration and recycling systems
• Transport, collection and sorting of waste
• Waste water recycling technology and equipment
  

2007 exhibitor testimonials

“As a second-time exhibitor, we have noticed an increase in international attendance, especially in the number of traders who are interested in biodegradable products. Hong Kong is the key to Asia and we will certainly return next year.”
Mrs. Yeo Kim Luang, Managing Director, Ecofibre Technology Sdn Bhd, Malaysia

2007 visitor feedback

“This is my second time visiting this show and it is clear that this year’s exhibitors are more knowledgeable and professional. Eco Expo Asia is a well-organised event that I will recommend to any professional in the trading or eco-industry.”
Mr. Wayne Yee, Director, Charleye Berry International, Canada