– 3,795 international buyers in 2012 with profits of +16.2%
–3rd Edition of Expo Riva Schuh India 2013 to be held from July 4-6
– Over 200 renowned global leather products-makers to exhibit their products in 2013
New Delhi, April 22, 2013: Expo Riva Schuh India has, by now, become a fundamental date in the international exhibition calendar. Having reached its third edition, the showcase for footwear and leather accessories has claimed it role as the fair of note in the Asian continent and will be back, from 4th to 6th July at the Pragati Maidan Exhibition Centre of New Delhi. There will be footwear, bags, gloves, belts and leather accessories on offer from both Indian and international exhibitors. This fair is organized by Riva del Garda Fierecongressi & Italian Exposition Pvt. Ltd. (IEPL) in collaboration with Council of Leather Exports (CLE), ITPO and CRS Globe.
Expo Riva Schuh India is exclusively for finished products in different sectors, from footwear to leather accessories. India’s first fair dedicated to finished products in footwear and leather accessories. Exhibitors represent the entire world’s production, from important Asian districts (China, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Thailand) to Italian and European brands
According to Mr. Giovanni Laezza the Managing Director of Riva del Garda Fierecongressi, “Last year we got 3,795 international buyers and we are really pleased with the success of the Expo Riva Schuh in India. The Fair in 2012 achieved growth rate of +16.2% over its 1st edition of July 2011. We will thrive on the success achieved, and will continue to work, for the third edition of Expo Riva Schuh India, towards reinforcing this partnership, which is fundamental to the success of the event. The collaboration with CLE has also been established for Expo Riva Schuh, contributing over the years towards making the Riva del Garda event the international showcase that it is today, from every point of view.”
“Expo Riva has been the most important and effective trade fair in Europe for the leather & footwear sector. Expo Riva Schuh India has become much more than just a fair. It also gives a valuable opportunity for getting an in-depth and close-up view of the complex reality of the Indian market, combining display of products with services to enable the creation of business on the Indian market. Steered by the organizational expertise of Riva Del Garda, a highly professional and experienced Italian Trade organization and IEPL” said Carla Costa, Head of Exhibitions of Riva del Garda Fierecongressi
About Expo Riva Schuh India
The fair follows an innovative format that will showcase products by over 200 Indian and International exhibitors from Italy, Spain, France, UK, China, Thailand and couple of other countries. Italy will be represented by as many as 40 top brands like Giovanni Fabiani, Loriblu, Manas, Massimo Santini, Fabi and Fratesi. IMAC Group will also be present at the fair, focusing on technological development and innovative materials. China will be at the fair with 40 companies from some of the leading Chinese production centers such as The Xiamen L&C International Exhibition, the Guangdong Economic Association and the Fujian Foreign Economic Service Trade which are world leaders in the organisation of fairs and international exhibitions in the footwear sector. The Thai Footwear Industry Association will also be represented by a significant number of exhibitors from Thailand, the expression of a production system which is acquiring a crucial role in the global panorama of the footwear industry.
The dynamic growth patterns of the Indian economy and the opportunities that this country has offered the footwear sector over recent years have motivated Expo Riva Schuh to put its trade fair and organizational know-how at the disposal of this market. The aim is for local and international supply and demand to meet up leading to development of commercial and industrial opportunities in the fashion footwear system. The fair enriches the experience through business training modules and trend areas that showcase the future of design as perceived by inspiring European brands. Expo Riva Schuh India will offer its exhibitors enriching encounters with the world of Indian retail, from the big players on the distribution market to agents and boutiques and also bringing the world of global leather design to India’s footsteps.
About Riva del Garda Fierecongressi:
Since 1972 Riva del Garda has had its own Palazzo dei Congressi congress building, constructed by the then autonomous tourist company, which managed it until 1988. In 1989, the Trentino provincial law for renovation of suburban tourism facilities turned these autonomous companies into APTs (Aziende di Promozione Turistica – Tourist Promotion Companies), creating a new company for the management of publicly owned economic activities. The role of Riva del Garda Fierecongressi is to support the local tourism economy by rounding out services and products offered. The ancillary business generated by organisation of fairs and congresses is a part of the development of wealth and well-being for the entire collective, while promotional activity linked to events hosted contributes to strengthening the image of the territory’s name.