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 | Global Sources announces completion of planned management transition; Peter Zapf moves to CIO Role; Brent Barnes assumes COO Role
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) announced that the planned transitions of its Chief Operating Officer and Chief Information Officer roles will be completed and effective January 1, 2012. >>Learn more | 28 Dec 2011 |
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| China suppliers focus on emerging markets as export orders from Europe soften – Global Sources survey shows
China suppliers are boosting overseas shipments to emerging markets amid slowing orders from the EU as the region tackles its debt crisis. >>Learn more | 28 Nov 2011 |
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 | Global Sources reports third quarter 2011 results; Grew revenue by 19%; Posted IFRS EPS of $0.11 and Non-IFRS EPS of $0.14; Reaffirms Guidance for the Second Half of 2011
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2011. >>Learn more | 17 Nov 2011 |
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| Global Sources scheduled to report third quarter 2011 results on November 17, 2011
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) expects to release its financial results for the third quarter 2011 before the market opens on November 17, 2011. >>Learn more | 3 Nov 2011 |
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| China exports expected to continue growth track despite higher prices: Global Sources survey; Nearly 80 percent of suppliers project double-digit increase in overseas sales; EU, US to remain key markets
Exports in several mature and nascent industries in China are likely to stay strong in the months ahead even as prices remain on the upswing. >>Learn more | 19 Oct 2011 |
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| Global Sources Receives Two Investor Relations Awards
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) won IR Global Rankings (http://www.irglobalrankings.com/) awards for the sixth consecutive year. >>Learn more | 30 Sep 2011 |
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 | Global Sources reports second quarter 2011 results; Grew revenue by 13%; Posted IFRS EPS of $0.28 and Non-IFRS EPS of $0.31; Provides guidance for the second half of 2011, expects 12% to 14% revenue growth
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011. >>Learn more | 18 Aug 2011 |
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| Merle A. Hinrichs transitions to Executive Chairman of Global Sources and Spenser Au assumes CEO role
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) announces the board of directors approved the transition of CEO Merle A. Hinrichs into a new role as Executive Chairman of the Board, overseeing the company's mergers and acquisitions as well as investor relations functions. >>Learn more | 18 Aug 2011 |
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| Global Sources purchases Shanghai office space to support growth plans
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) has entered into an agreement to purchase office space in Shanghai to support the company's growth and expansion plans. >>Learn more | 11 Aug 2011 |
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 | Global Sources scheduled to report second quarter 2011 results on August 18, 2011
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) expects to release its financial results for the second quarter 2011 before the market opens on August 18, 2011. >>Learn more | 4 Aug 2011 |
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| Global Sources' Board Member Retires
Mr. Robert Lees has retired as a director of Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) at the company's annual general meeting of shareholders held on June 22, 2011. >>Learn more | 23 Jun 2011 |
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| New member appointed to Global Sources' Board of Directors
Global Sources Ltd.'s (NASDAQ: GSOL) shareholders have appointed Mr. Peter Yam, 64, as a member of the company's board of directors at the company's annual general meeting of shareholders held on June 22, 2011. >>Learn more | 23 Jun 2011 |
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| Global Sources announces management changes; Current CIO Bill Georgiou to retire in February 2012; COO Peter Zapf to assume CIO role; General Manager of Content & Community Development to be appointed to COO position
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) (http://www.globalsources.com) announces the impending retirement of Chief Information Officer (CIO) Bill Georgiou at the end of January 2012. >>Learn more | 24 May 2011 |
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 | Global Sources reports first quarter 2011 results; Grew revenue by 6%, driven by 17% growth in online revenue; Posted IFRS EPS of $0.10 and Non-IFRS EPS of $0.12; Reiterates guidance for the first half of 2011, expects 9% to 10% revenue growth
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2011. >>Learn more | 11 May 2011 |
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| Global Sources scheduled to report first quarter 2011 results on May 11, 2011
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) expects to release financial results for the first quarter 2011 before the market opens on May 11, 2011. >>Learn more | 28 Apr 2011 |
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| Global Sources and United Business Media joint venture eMedia Asia Limited acquires EDN-China and EDN-Asia; Transaction to extend eMedia Asia's reach in China's electronics community
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) announced that eMedia Asia Limited (eMedia Asia), a joint venture between Global Sources (60.1%) and United Business Media (39.9%), >>Learn more | 4 Apr 2011 |
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 | Global Sources reports fourth quarter and year-end 2010 results
Grew fourth quarter 2010 revenue by 14%, driven by 22% growth in online and 16% growth in exhibition revenue; Posted GAAP EPS of $0.27 and Non-GAAP EPS of $0.30 for the fourth quarter of 2010; Provides guidance for the first half of 2011, expects revenue of $102.5 million to $103.5 million >>Learn more | 17 Mar 2011 |
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| Global Sources scheduled to report fourth quarter and year-end 2010 results on March 17, 2011
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) expects to release results for the fourth quarter and year-end 2010 before the market opens on March 17, 2011. >>Learn more | 3 Mar 2011 |
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| High material, components costs push up China export prices: Global Sources survey; More than 70 percent of suppliers increased export prices in 2010; More price hikes are expected this year
Export prices of various China products are likely to increase in the months ahead, especially if the cost of major materials and components continues to go up. >>Learn more | 14 Feb 2011 |
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| Rising China prices boost India, Vietnam sourcing: Global Sources survey; More than 50 percent of buyers intend to increase sourcing from India and Vietnam; Survey also reveals yuan trade settlement is gaining acceptance
A majority of buyers report paying higher prices for products sourced in China, and China's exporters are becoming less competitive with other low-cost countries, particularly in the market of low-end products. >>Learn more | 24 Jan 2011 |
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| Global Sources wins The Asset's 2010 Corporate Award for the second consecutive year
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) (http://www.globalsources.com) received the Titanium award for excellence in Corporate Governance and Investor Relations in The Asset's December 2010 issue, for the second year in a row. >>Learn more | 13 Jan 2011 |
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| Global Sources appoints Peter Zapf to Chief Operating Officer; Zapf brings extensive e-commerce and operational experience to the role
Global Sources Ltd. (NASDAQ: GSOL) (http://www.globalsources.com) has appointed Peter Zapf, 42, to Chief Operating Officer.Zapf assumed the role effective January 5, 2011, >>Learn more | 7 Jan 2011 |
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Industry News – Electronics
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 | China suppliers of access control and anti-intrusion products focus R&D on performance upgrades; Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Access Control & Anti-intrusionreveals trend for convergence of technologies even as costs shoot up
China suppliers of access control and anti-intrusion products are boosting investment in R&D to maintain competitiveness. >>Learn more | 13 Dec 2011 |
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 | China suppliers of mobile phones expand range with more smartphone and 3G models; Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Mobile Phones reveals trend for all-in-one functionality even as manufacturers reduce prices
China mobile phone suppliers are producing more smartphone and 3G models as they ride the trend for all-in-one functionality. >>Learn more | 18 Nov 2011 |
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 | China suppliers of solar panels and power systems launch innovative designs, new strategies to meet challenges; Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Solar Panels & Power Systems shows trends for more portable and efficient products, lower prices, and market expansion
China suppliers of solar panels and power systems are optimistic about strong sales as they improve product performance, even while slashing prices and confronting substantial industry challenges. >>Learn more | 26 Oct 2011 |
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 | Survey reveals mainland China's major chip design companies invest in world-leading 28nm technology; EE Times-China announces results of its 10th yearly survey on China's fabless semiconductor industry; it also awards the mainland's top IC design houses at annual industry event
Mainland China's leading IC design businesses have adopted cutting-edge 28nm technology to develop chips, >>Learn more | 6 Sep 2011 |
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 | China suppliers of home entertainment devices pushing R&D of unique models for competitive advantage; Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Home Entertainment reveals high definition, 3D, network connectivity and energy savings as key enhancement trends
China suppliers of home entertainment devices are focusing R&D on technologies for next-generation models as competition intensifies and they shift upmarket. >>Learn more | 9 Aug 2011 |
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 | China suppliers of tablet PCs chase iPad's popularity with value-added models and lower prices; Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Tablet PCs reveals up to 15% price cuts even with webcam, e-book and GPS functionality
China suppliers of tablet PCs are adding value with more functions and dropping prices to beat competition, >>Learn more | 9 Jun 2011 |
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 | Bullish components distributors expect double-digit revenue growth in Chinain 2011 according to Electronics Supply & Manufacturing-China survey; Optimistic expectation supported by China manufacturers' plans to increase orders from distributors; Survey also reveals China's most preferred distributors
Components distributors are positive about the China market, with 87% expecting double-digit revenue growth in 2011. >>Learn more | 2 Jun 2011 |
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| China suppliers of lighting and related electrical devices react to demand for power saving models; Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Lighting & Electricals reveals 93% of manufacturers see stronger exports despite cost challenges
China suppliers of lighting and electricals are releasing more energy-efficient luminaries, bulbs and tubes to meet demand for environment-friendly fixtures and light sources across residential, >>Learn more | 28 Mar 2011 |
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 | China suppliers of car electronics move upmarket, with new models boasting enhanced infotainment, mobility and digital broadcasting; Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Car Electronics shows the high-end trend fueling industry optimism, as 83% of manufacturers project sales growth in coming year
China suppliers of car electronics are adding value to products for sharper competitiveness, as they ride the industry's upmarket shift. >>Learn more | 9 Mar 2011 |
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Industry News – Consumer Products
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 | China suppliers of apparel increase product value and make processes safer for environment; Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Apparel shows manufacturers emphasizing better aesthetics and functionality with prices rising
China suppliers of apparel are improving the visual appeal and functionality of products and employing environment-friendly practices, as prices climb. >>Learn more | 29 Aug 2011 |
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 | China manufacturers of medical products and supplies enhance performance as they battle pricing pressure; Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Medical Products & Supplies shows manufacturers racing to win orders with better product speed, accuracy and convenience
China suppliers of medical products and supplies are incorporating advanced technologies in new models for better performance, >>Learn more | 20 Jul 2011 |
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 | Greater China suppliers of household and kitchen appliances upgrading products with more functions, intelligent features
Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Household & Kitchen Appliances reveals trends for added value and new export destinations, though basic models and traditional markets stay strong >>Learn more | 18 Jan 2011 |
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Trade Shows and Events
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 | As China's trade with Africa booms, Africa's largest China-products exhibitions return to Johannesburg with over 820 booths; Global Sources' 2nd Annual China Sourcing Fairs feature exhibitors of a wide variety of consumer products
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) today opened its 2nd Annual China Sourcing Fairs in Johannesburg. >>Learn more | 30 Nov 2011 |
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| Fourth annual China Sourcing Fairs in Mumbai offer local buyers widest selection of China-made consumer products; Six industry-focused events provide platform to expand China-India trade
The fourth China Sourcing Fairs opened today and runs through Nov. 25, >>Learn more | 23 Nov 2011 |
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| Global Sources' fall trade shows expand to more than 7,400 booths; Enhanced China Sourcing Fairs combine online plus at-show exhibition booths – extending the show experience for buyers and suppliers up to six months
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) just completed its fall series of China Sourcing Fairs with more than 7,400 booths – an increase of seven percent from the October 2010 shows. >>Learn more | 9 Nov 2011 |
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| Global Sources fall fashion trade shows open with a record 1,200 booths – up by 28 percent year-on-year
China Sourcing Fairs: Fashion Accessories, Garments & Textiles, Underwear & Swimwear and India Sourcing Fair: Garments & Accessories present unique one-stop sourcing opportunity for global fashion buyers >>Learn more | 27 Oct 2011 |
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| China Sourcing Fairs to be launched in Brazil to serve demand for China-made products; Four consumer product shows scheduled for August 2012
Global Sources' (NASDAQ: GSOL) successful China Sourcing Fairs exhibition brand is being expanded to yet another continent – South America. >>Learn more | 24 Oct 2011 |
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| Global Sources opens six trade shows with world's top buyers registered to attend including Adidas, AEON, American Greetings, Brookstone, Casino, Coles Group, Mothercare, Next, Sears and Woolworths; Specialized event for booming Christmas & Seasonal Products industry added to line-up
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) opened six sourcing trade shows today at Hong Kong's AsiaWorld-Expo with over 2,200 booths. >>Learn more | 20 Oct 2011 |
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| Global Sources' electronics trade shows grow 19 percent to more than 3,900 booths; China Sourcing Fairs: Electronics & Components, Security Products, Solar & Energy Saving Products and Korea Sourcing Fair: Electronics & Components occupy all 10 halls of Hong Kong's AsiaWorld-Expo
Global Sources' (NASDAQ: GSOL) opened its fall electronics trade shows in Hong Kong today with more than 3,900 supplier booths. Growing 19 percent from last year, >>Learn more | 12 Oct 2011 |
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 | Top honor at Global Sources Electronics Design Awards goes to
full-HD Internet multimedia player; Winning products from five categories to be showcased at Global Sources' China Sourcing Fairs, Oct. 12-15 in Hong Kong
Five electronics products designed and manufactured in Asia were named winners of Global Sources' (NASDAQ: GSOL) fifth annual Electronics Design Awards (http://www.globalsources.com/elecawards) at a presentation ceremony and press conference in Hong Kong. >>Learn more | 11 Oct 2011 |
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| Fifth annual Global Sources Electronics Design Awards name 25 Greater China companies offering Asia's most innovative products
Experts to select winners in five categories: computer & networking products, consumer electronics, security products, solar & energy saving products and telecom & wireless products >>Learn more | 26 Sep 2011 |
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| 2011 fall China Sourcing Fair: Fashion Accessories to feature over 800 booths, up 30 percent from last year; Fair sold out two months in advance, will feature special bags, jewelry and headwear pavilions
Exhibitor booths at Global Sources' (NASDAQ: GSOL) China Sourcing Fair: Fashion Accessories have been sold out two months before the show's scheduled run on Oct. 27-30 at the AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. >>Learn more | 19 Sep 2011 |
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 | China International Optoelectronic Exposition 2011 expands by 20 percent, featuring over 3,000 exhibitors
The 13th China International Optoelectronic Exposition (CIOE) opens today and runs through September 9 in the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center. >>Learn more | 6 Sep 2011 |
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| Global Sources' fall electronics shows to feature over 3,800 booths – up 15 percent from the fall 2010 events; Booths for largest-ever China Sourcing Fairs: Electronics & Components, Security Products and Solar & Energy Saving Products completely sold out
Exhibitor booths at Global Sources' (NASDAQ: GSOL) electronics trade shows, scheduled to run Oct. 12-15 at the AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong, have been sold out. >>Learn more | 15 Aug 2011 |
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 | New buyers at Private Sourcing Events double in first half 2011; Over 200 sourcing teams used this channel to improve sourcing efficiency
New buyers at Global Sources' (NASDAQ: GSOL) Private Sourcing Events more than doubled in the first half of 2011. >>Learn more | 27 Jul 2011 |
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| Global Sources opens first China Sourcing Fairs in Miami, helping China suppliers expand to North and Latin America, buyers to source more conveniently
Global Sources' (NASDAQ: GSOL) first China Sourcing Fairs in North America runs from today through July 13, 2011 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. >>Learn more | 11 Jul 2011 |
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| The China Sourcing Fair in Dubai celebrates 5 years as the largest Greater China-products exhibition in the Middle East; Fair offers buyers in the Middle East a wide selection of products from the world's top sourcing market
Buyers and importers throughout the Middle East converged on Dubai today for the opening of the China Sourcing Fair, >>Learn more | 31 May 2011 |
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| Global Sources to launch Machinery & Industrial Supplies Fair to help domestic buyers and suppliers in India profit from one of the country's fastest-growing sectors
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) (http://www.globalsources.com) and Infocom Network Ltd., which owns and operates Tradeindia.com, >>Learn more | 6 May 2011 |
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| Global Sources spring fashion trade shows to feature over 1,090 booths – up 12 percent year-on-year; Online Sourcing Fair launched for China Sourcing Fair: Garments & Textiles
Global Sources' (NASDAQ: GSOL) (http://www.globalsources.com) China Sourcing Fairs are showcasing over 1,090 garments and fashion related booths – an increase of 12 percent from last spring. >>Learn more | 27 Apr 2011 |
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| Tens of thousands of buyers including Coles Group, El Corte Ingles, Kingfisher, Sears, The Home Depot and Tesco registered to attend China Sourcing Fairs; Two new events to focus on suppliers from South Korea and medical and health products
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) (http://www.globalsources.com)
opened six sourcing trade shows today at Hong Kong's AsiaWorld-Expo with over 2,200 booths. >>Learn more | 20 Apr 2011 |
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 | Global Sources Launches Industry's First Online Sourcing Fair; Online shows aim to extend the reach and value of the China Sourcing Fairs far beyond the physical events
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) (http://www.globalsources.com) has announced the launch of its first Online Sourcing Fair. >>Learn more | 15 Apr 2011 |
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| Global Sources spring 2011 electronics shows to feature record 3,260 booths–up 23 percent year-on-year
China Sourcing Fairs: Electronics & Components and Security Products to run April 12-15 in Hong Kong; New, co-located Solar & Energy Saving Products show to help suppliers tap into booming renewable energy market >>Learn more | 12 Apr 2011 |
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| Global Sources forms Partnership with China's Trade Development Bureau to jointly organize six China Sourcing Fairs in Miami
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) has formed a partnership with China's Trade Development Bureau, >>Learn more | 1 Apr 2011 |
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 | Global Sources forms cooperative joint venture to launch; Global Sourcing Fair: Sports & Leisure in Xiamen
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) has formed a cooperative joint venture with C&D Tourism and Hotels Inc., a subsidiary of Xiamen C&D Corporation Ltd., one of China's Top 500 corporations, >>Learn more | 3 Mar 2011 |
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| Fifteen top apparel buyers representing US$328 billion in annual sales meet selected China garment and apparel suppliers; China suppliers focus on high-end, attracting more international retailer participation
The largest-ever Global Sources Private Sourcing Event (http://www.PrivateSourcingEvents.com) was held in January in Shanghai. >>Learn more | 28 Feb 2011 |
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 | Broadcom, RDA Microelectronics, Analog Devices and Agilent Technologies among winners of the China ACE Awards 2011; Awards presented at ceremonies held in conjunction with the 16th International IC-China Conference & Exhibition in Shenzhen
Broadcom, RDA Microelectronics, Analog Devices and Agilent Technologies were among the 13 winners of the China Annual Creativity in Electronics (ACE) Awards 2011 presented at a gala event held today in conjunction with the 16thInternational IC-China Conference & Exhibition (IIC-China, http://www.english.iic-china.com), >>Learn more | 24 Feb 2011 |
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| Three-day IIC-China opens in Shenzhen with keynote by "China's Father of Embedded Systems" and participation of world's top IC companies; Conferences to reveal the latest embedded system design tools, analog, power and Smartphone design technologies
Live product teardowns will feature exciting face-off's between new Smartphones and tablet PCs at IIC-China Shenzhen to be held on February 24th, 25th and 26th >>Learn more | 24 Feb 2011 |
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| Global Sources extends its contract with AsiaWorld-Expo to host China Sourcing Fairs in Hong Kong through 2014; Approximately US$3.5 million in agreements include license to host new trade shows beginning Spring 2011
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) (http://www.globalsources.com) has extended its contracts with AsiaWorld-Expo Management (AWE) to host China Sourcing Fairs at Hong Kong's AsiaWorld-Expo from 2011 through 2014, >>Learn more | 23 Feb 2011 |
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| Global Sources' largest-ever spring China Sourcing Fair: Electronics & Components sold out two months before opening date; Event kicks off series of trade shows to be held in six global sourcing hubs this year
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) announced today that booths at its China Sourcing Fair: Electronics & Components have been sold out two months before the event which runs April 12-15 at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. >>Learn more | 22 Feb 2011 |
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| Prominent technology experts and top IC companies to discuss new Smartphone design and other hot technologies at IIC-China in Shenzhen
Live product teardowns feature face-off of new Smartphones and tablet PCs, technical conferences also cover latest embedded system, analog and power technologies that fuel next-generation electronics >>Learn more | 17 Feb 2011 |
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| To meet China's growing demand for higher quality products, Global Sources expands its Shanghai trade show series; Events rebranded ‘Global Sourcing Fairs'; Total booths up 15 % year-on-year; New shows added for Home Products, Underwear & Swimwear
Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL) is holding five sourcing trade shows in Shanghai Jan. 12-14 to help its quality suppliers tap into China's growing domestic market. >>Learn more | 12 Jan 2011 |
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