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Article: INTERNATIONAL FIRMS LIFT APLF SHOW.(Asia Pacific Leather Fair)
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- Footwear News
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- April 7, 2008
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Byline: Constance Haisma-Kwok
HONG KONG - The Asia Pacific Leather Fair is ramping up.
With an increasing number of companies eyeing a presence in the fast-growing Chinese market, the recent edition of the show, held here last week, attracted more exhibitors from countries such as Japan, Italy and Brazil.
Together, the two parts of the fair, Materials, Manufacturing & Technology and Fashion Access, drew 1,876 exhibitors and 45 group pavilions.
Fashion Access, which features finished products ranging from leather garments and handbags to luggage and accessories, welcomed an increase of footwear manufacturers, which accounted for 13 ...