The Export Furniture Exhibition is the largest business platform for the furniture industry, with a comprehensive selection of products form de the best manufacturers from Malaysia, China or Asia. On March (5-8) Kuala Lumpur Convention Center will hold a new edition so, if you are planning to exhibit or just want to learn more about this international Show, don't miss our interview with the organisers...
EFE has become the most important furniture tradeshow in SouthEast Asia but, what makes the Show different from other of its kind?
EFE has become one of the most important furniture tradeshows in SouthEast Asia as it is an exhibition by the industry for the industry. Presented by the Malaysian Furniture Council (MFC) which is the national body representing the industry and is organized by EFE Expo Sdn Bhd. which is fully owned by MFC. It is a non-profit organization with the objective of promoting Malaysian furniture and providing a trading platform to do export for industry players.
In addition to the exhibition we can enjoy about design competitions and seminars, what novelties will we find on this year's edition?
This year we have in collaboration with the Malaysian Furniture Promotion Council (MFPC) a designated exclusive Hall 8 with the theme “Design Value”. The Hall will display furniture products of innovative designs by the industry manufacturers. The Professional Designers Programme (PDP) by the Malaysian Timber Industry Board (MTIB) with the collaboration of MFPC envisages to take research in furniture design to the next level that is through the development of design with the Professional Designers and the Malaysian furniture manufacturers. We also have the “China Export Pavilion (CEP)” whereby it is dedicated to manufacturers who want to export solid wood furniture to China. It is an opportunity for them.
What tips would you give to exhibitors participating at Export Furniture Exhibition for the first time?
- Held at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), Malaysia’s leading convention facility adjacent to Petronas Twin Towers.
- No bureaucracy. Easy, simple and fast.
- A friendly multi-racial country with no language barrier in English which is widely spoken.
- Very reasonable participating rates.
As an exhibitor, what benefits brings me participate in EFE?
- Well organized with easy quick access to halls.
- Internationally recognized furniture fair.
- Opportunities to do business with buyers from over 135 countries worldwide.
- Networking opportunities.
- Strongly supported by government and its agencies.
Three reasons why you can’t stop visiting EFE
- Has a wide range of furniture products from the bedroom, living room, dining, children furniture, occasional furniture, upholstered & office furniture.
- Strategically located in the heart of KL with easy access to the venue. Entertainment, shopping, hotel accommodation and food within walking distance.
- Buyers and visitors increasing steadily year to year with the show getting better and better.
Finally, can you give us some participation results from the last edition?
- Total number of visitors – 8,321
- Number of countries – 128
- No. of exhibitors – 245
- Total sales generated – USD 670 million