HONG KONG, Oct. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Phase 3 of the 2024 Global Sources Hong Kong Show officially opens today, with the launch of the inaugural Global Sources Baby & Children’s Show, as well as the A sports and outdoor show was held. The event will be held at Asia World Expo until October 30th. As health consciousness increases worldwide, the sports and outdoor industry is experiencing explosive growth. The Sports & Outdoor Show, which was held for the first time last year, has successfully captured trends in the sports industry and responded to the demands of buyers around the world.
The third phase of the 2024 Global Source Hong Kong Show officially opens today, highlighted by the inaugural Global Source Sports & Outdoor Show and the Global Source Baby & Children’s Product Show. As health consciousness increases worldwide, the sports and outdoor industry is experiencing explosive growth. The Sports & Outdoor Show, which was held for the first time last year, has successfully captured trends in the sports industry and responded to the demands of buyers around the world.
The Global Source Sports & Outdoor Show will feature around 600 booths from Asia, displaying over 30,000 high-quality, fashionable, technical and environmentally friendly sports and outdoor products. The show will cover camping, fitness, water sports, outdoor activities, sportswear, accessories and other supplies, aiming to build a comprehensive sports lifestyle ecosystem and create a one-stop fashion sports sourcing platform. Masu. The Global Source Baby & Children’s Products Show will also simultaneously display baby products, toys, clothing, strollers, car seats, children’s furniture, and related maternal and child services.
John Kao, Vice President of Global Sources Hong Kong and Overseas Shows, said: “The sports and outdoor market faces unprecedented development opportunities, as people pursue healthy lifestyles and embrace nature. “Love is driving strong growth in the sports and outdoor industry.” Our show not only provides buyers with a wide range of high-quality sports and outdoor products, but also follows market trends by introducing immersive sports experiences and new sports programs, adding new vitality to the industry. It will bring business opportunities. Promote the development of the sports and outdoor market and create a good platform for buyers and suppliers from all over the world to exchange ideas and cooperate. ”
New Sports Growth: Adding Indoor Pickleball Experience Space
Global Sources Sports & Outdoor departs from the traditional exhibition format by introducing a series of immersive sports experiences for buyers. Among emerging sports, pickleball has shown significant growth, with the first indoor pickleball experience space recently opened in Hong Kong, showing huge business potential and broad development prospects. Global Sources installs pickleball courts and launches a “Pickleball Training Camp” with HKPickle.Union. Visitors will be able to interact on-site and experience the unique charm of pickleball under the guidance of promotional ambassadors and professional coaches, stimulating buyers’ desire to purchase the new sports trend.
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The show will also feature a sports carnival in Hall 5, featuring basketball, air hockey, smart bikes, darts, table football and other sports gaming facilities. Through a series of sports and outdoor themed activities and competitions, buyers can enjoy sports with fun competitions while sourcing products in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.
Wellness & Fitness Zone: PURE yoga classes and the latest AR fitness equipment
For Phase 3 of the Global Source Hong Kong show, we collaborated with local premium fitness center PURE to set up a special ‘Wellness & Fitness Zone’, offering buyers and exhibitors an array of yoga and fitness activities. PURE’s professional yoga instructors will provide on-site yoga experiences and share their yoga-related knowledge.
The experience zone will also showcase the latest AR fitness equipment, which won the 2023 Red Dot Winner Award. The equipment integrates digitization, artificial intelligence, gym training, strength training, and smart home fitness features to provide visitors with an immersive fitness experience. Through these activities, buyers can participate in personal health and fitness practices while learning more about and experiencing the latest sports and outdoor products.
International pavilion showcasing diversity and innovation
The exhibition continues to go international, attracting pavilions from countries such as India and Vietnam. Vietnamese manufacturer groups are introducing new products that are highly competitive and cost-effective, including sportswear, swimwear, and functional bags. These products highlight Vietnam’s ever-growing craftsmanship and design capabilities, while bringing Southeast Asian fashion design concepts and creativity to the show. On the first day, an opening ceremony was held at the Vietnam Pavilion, attended by Hu Wei, CEO of Global Source. Mrs. Le Duc Hanh, Consul General of Vietnam in Hong Kong. Mr. John Kao, Vice President of Global Source Hong Kong and Overseas Shows. and Sam Hui, Vice President of Global Resource Strategy and International Business, who jointly witnessed this important moment.
On-site summit program
Phase 3 of the Global Source Hong Kong show will feature a series of specialized forums themed “Thriving Together: New Products for Active People and Young Children.” The event brings together industry representatives such as the Hong Kong Electronic Commerce Association, Pantone, Novelty Lane, SGS, and Tech Packs Co. to explore industry development trends and share market updates. Forums include “PANTONEVIEW Color Planner Fall/Winter 2025/26 – Family,” “The Rise of Fashion-Focused Active Apparel and Gear,” “Navigating the Latest Pitfalls of Selling Baby and Kids Products on Amazon,” and more. , a variety of hot topics are covered. ” Highlights Forum “Choosing a Champion: Elite Athletes Reveal Their Winning Gear” features former Olympic badminton representative Ms. Pui Ying Yip, who shares her insights into the sports apparel and equipment that athletes prefer, and shares the latest to meet buyers’ needs regarding market trends.
Focus on sustainable development and digital service upgrades
As consumers continue to become more environmentally conscious, Global Sources Hong Kong Show, as the world’s leading B2B sourcing platform, actively practices ESG principles. From the meticulous layout of the exhibition hall to the orderly management of events, we have comprehensively implemented measures for environmental protection and sustainable development. At these shows, Global Sources strongly encourages exhibitors to display ESG labels to help buyers identify and select suppliers that meet environmental standards. This initiative encourages suppliers to implement environmental concepts and jointly promotes the green development of the industry.
At the same time, the show will release the feature-rich Show Genie 2.0 APP, providing more convenient exhibition functions for visitors. This includes quick entry with QR code registration, search functionality to quickly find the exhibitor or product of your choice, personalized exhibit routes, online note-taking functionality, and more. This will greatly improve the exhibition experience for visitors.
About global sources
Global Sources is an internationally recognized B2B sourcing platform that has powered global trade for over 50 years. Through trade shows, digital platforms, magazines and events, we connect genuine buyers and verified suppliers around the world with customized solutions and trusted market intelligence. Global Sources’ unique online-to-offline (O2O) service has successfully provided efficient and convenient commercial services to over 10 million registered international buyers and users.
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