The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, Salon de TIME, and the concurrent fashion showcase event CENTRESTAGE, all of which concluded on 6 September, welcomed more than 16,000 buyers from over 91 countries and regions, underscoring Hong Kong’s vitality as a global hub for commerce and creativity.
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During the Watch & Clock Fair, HKTDC interviewed key exhibitors who use our Sourcing platform to promote their innovative products globally. One standout participant is Sun Yin Crystal Industry Co Ltd featuring sapphire glass surfaces. According to their Sales Executive Minnie Pan, hktdc.com Sourcing enables interested buyers to schedule meetings and request product samples or proposals in advance, helping the company promote their expertise in sapphire materials and components.
The company has been receiving enquiries every week from the United States, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Australia, Thailand, and the Philippines. The platform has also supported their successful expansion into emerging markets such as Colombia. Moreover, it allows them to upload ESG and EU-related certification documents, which significantly enhances buyer confidence and attracts overseas companies that prioritise sustainable practices, responsible governance, and environmental protection.
hktdc.com Sourcing contributes around HK$3,000,000 in annual revenue for Sun Yin. Moving forward, they will continue to leverage EXHIBITION+ model including trade fair and the hktdc.com Sourcing platform to strengthen their market presence.
Watch Brand Gains Overseas Exposure with EXHIBITION+
Another exhibitor showcasing strong growth is Clarity Ltd specializing in the import and wholesale of watches, serving as a distributor for a prominent New York brand. With a global customer base, their Hong Kong office primarily develops the Asia‑Pacific and Middle East markets.
According to Janice Fong, Sales Executive of the company, there was a significant increase in the number of new buyers making online enquiries via the EXHIBITION+ model this year, including those from Australia, Korea, and Indonesia.
Clock Brand Well Received Both Online and Offline
The third exhibitor Wellgain International Industrial Limited, with extensive experience in watches, clocks, and clock movements, mainly serves European and Asian markets. The company’s Senior Marketing Manager Jeff Chan told us they have received enquiries on hktdc.com Sourcing from France, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands, accounting for 5% of the company’s annual turnover.
Wellgain has also utilized meetings arranged through the Click2Match smart-matching service with buyers from Türkiye, Switzerland, Spain, New Zealand and other countries prior to the Fair. They are also honoured to be one of the “Most Scanned Exhibitors” at the fairground!
Giftware Manufacturer Grows with hktdc.com Sourcing
At CENTRESTAGE, Win Seng Manufacturing Factory Limited specializes in crafts and corporate gifts. The Brand Founder Joyce Cheng believes hktdc.com Sourcing has been fundamental to the company’s growth, as it contributes 5% to 10% of their annual turnover, amounting to approximately US$2 million.
The company is receiving dozens of enquiries daily through the platform, which are successfully converted into online quotations, offline meetings and business deals. Win Seng has also successfully expanded into emerging markets such as Dubai, India, and Southeast Asia.
Maximizing Global Business Opportunities
All featured exhibitors have leveraged the hktdc.com Sourcing platform to market their timepieces cost-effectively. This proven approach enables companies to reach international buyers and maximize their competitive advantages in the global watch and clock market.
If your company wants to expand its international reach, click here to join our e-Marketplace and connect with quality buyers worldwide.
EXHIBITION+ Digital Integration
The fairs’ success extends beyond physical exhibitions through EXHIBITION+, featuring:
- Physical fair experience
- Click2Match smart business-matching technology
- Intelligence Hub online-to-offline seminars
- Integrated hktdc.com Sourcing platform access
Fairground Success Stories FAQ
How has hktdc.com Sourcing supported exhibitors?
- Aided exhibitors to attract buyers worldwide.
- Enabled uploading of ESG and EU certificates to boost trust.
- Generated significant enquiries from across continents, and emerging markets like Colombia, Dubai, and India.
- Contributed significant revenue.
How do trade fairs create business opportunities?
These events bring together global buyers, facilitate online-to-offline connections, and strengthen the reputation of Hong Kong as a premier trading and design hub. Exhibitors use fairs plus digital tools like hktdc.com Sourcing to expand markets cost-effectively.
How can companies join and promote their products?
Businesses interested in expanding globally can join the HKTDC e-Marketplace and participate in EXHIBITION+ to connect with quality buyers worldwide.
