Preparation for Exhibiting in Hong Kong: Things Need to Be Done in Advance

A lot of customers need to go to Hong Kong to exhibit, since 2012 we have been providing our customers with exhibition assistance translation services. Since the opening of the epidemic, there has been a large influx of business people from various countries to Hong Kong. The following points will hopefully help you if you are an exhibitor for the first time.

1.It’s advisable to have proficient English communicators at your booth, either your company’s sales representatives or hired certified interpreters.

2.Essential product brochures are recommended to be prepared in advance. The brochures should be lightweight and concise, highlighting key features.

3.Advance hotel booking is advisable to evade elevated last-minute rates; reserving in January or February for April in Hong Kong is recommended.

4.You’d better have disposable paper cups and candies ready.

5.Dress code suggestion: primarily wear solid-color suits, as Hong Kong exhibition centers can be quite cold due to air conditioning.

6.Prepare an Octopus card for crossing borders, purchase Hong Kong mobile data in advance via Alipay, and bring your ID and adapters for charging, as many Hong Kong hotels are installed with UK-style sockets, and buying adapters on the spot can be expensive.

Hong Kong Exhibitors

7.Dining Recommendation: Visit the large food courts like Food Republic in Harbour City for cost-effective meals, averaging around HK$50-60 per person.

8. Free shuttle buses are available for commuting during exhibition hours for attendees of events held at AsiaWorld-Expo.

9.Maintain a cheerful demeanor throughout the exhibition since a positive attitude often yields positive results.

10.For highly-potential clients, consider taking photos together as it may increase the likelihood of securing deals.

11.Hong Kong’s MTR now provides direct access to the Exhibition Center, effective and very convenient.

12.If you need exhibition space assistance, feel free to reach me out; I have friends in the industry who can offer discounted rates.

13.Capturing photos during the exhibition for your company’s social media and promotional purposes is recommended since they can serve as your valuable promotion materials.

14.You’d better learn a few simple English phrases in advance to maximize communication efficiency.Learn some expressions from your HK interpreter .

Hong Kong Exhibitors

15.Ensure product differentiation to facilitate successful transactions.

16.Consider selling less important samples on the spot to save shipping costs, excluding those with unique designs.

17.Don’t carp about everything since exhibitions in Hongkong can be demanding compared to Chinese mainland in terms of dining and accommodation.

18.Take some time to explore the city at night; it’s a rare opportunity, especially for clients from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Northern China.

19.Take the opportunity to observe peers’ products and explore large booths for inspiration.

Wishing everyone a smooth exhibition! Feel free to contact me if you have any questions! Hope you will find this HK show advice and HK translation service Recommendation helpful .