China shows its potential

Despite the uncertain economic future, Hong KongÕs Optical Fair achieved a marginal increase in visitor numbers this month.The event, which was held at Hong KongÕs convention and exhibition centre, attracted 6,636 buyers, with 4,142 of those from outside the former colony. The total represented a 1.6 per cent increase over last yearÕs exhibition. The fair recorded a significant increase in visitors from mainland China (up 30 per cent) which helped to boost attendance. A total of 380 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions participated.Hui Leung Wah, president of the Hong Kong Optical ManufacturersÕ Association, said: ÔThe vast potential of the Chinese market allows even small companies to capture a share.Õ ÔAs consumers have different preferences and needs, small companies can come up with unique and innovative designs for a targeted group of customers.ÕDespite the uncertain economic future, Hong KongÕs Optical Fair achieved a marginal increase in visitor numbers this month.The event, which was held at Hong KongÕs convention and exhibition centre, attracted 6,636 buyers, with 4,142 of those from outside the former colony. The total represented a 1.6 per cent increase over last yearÕs exhibition. The fair recorded a significant increase in visitors from mainland China (up 30 per cent) which helped to boost attendance. A total of 380 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions participated.Hui Leung Wah, president of the Hong Kong Optical ManufacturersÕ Association, said: ÔThe vast potential of the Chinese market allows even small companies to capture a share.Õ ÔAs consumers have different preferences and needs, small companies can come up with unique and innovative designs for a targeted group of customers.Õ