+ Autumn Edition’s international hall area increases by 33%, confirming new pavilion from Belgium

+ More than half of China’s population live in urban areas, increasing focus on higher quality of life

The show features mid to high-end home textiles and related products alongside suppliers from China over 11 halls and covers 126,500 sqm of exhibition space.

“Now more than ever, Chinese consumers are shifting their focus to well-made home interiors, especially among the growing urban population,” said Ms Wendy Wen, Director, Trade Fairs for Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, organiser of the fair. She added: “It’s no wonder that our international halls are expanding as their products, craftsmanship and heritage are in great demand in China, making this platform the most prominent choice for international suppliers wishing to expand business in this largely untapped marketplace.”

More than half of China’s population live in urban areas, increasing focus on higher quality of life China’s GDP reached more than RMB 47 billion in 2011 and its economy is expected to increase by 7.5% in 2012. It is thought that more than half of China’s population, equivalent to 690.79 million people, live in urban areas. According to the National Bureau of Statistics of China, the average disposable income of urban residents increased by 14% in 2011.