Thousands of international buyers and distributors are congregating in Hong Kong for the fourth edition of Natural & Organic Products Asia trade show, which opens tomorrow (30 August) at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.
The exhibition has quickly become established as a major international hub for natural products suppliers and buyers, trading in or supplying to the booming Asia market.
The natural and organic market in Asia has been growing fast as consumer awareness of healthy eating and lifestyle choices has grown rapidly across the region In parallel with a growing market for healthy eating and snacking, increased demand for ‘clean cosmetics’ has helped support a flourishing natural and organic personal care market.
An ageing population in some parts of Asia has also been helping to boost demands for health foods and supplements, while white label products have emerged for the brands looking for products in line with their values of health and sustainability.
International pavilions and the presence of leading certifiers has strengthened NOPA’s global reputation. Among those in attendance this year will be Sweden’s lead organic body KRAV, while Australia, Taiwan, Thailand, the US, Greece, Italy and the UK will each have a pavilion presence.
Hong Kong’s strategic location makes it Asia’s top spot for business. The city’s commercial and geographical access to the region’s high-growth markets, such as China and the Southeast Asia, combined with its role as a super connector for China’s “Belt and Road” project, making it the hub for regional trade.
For information about this year’s NOPA even visit www.naturalproducts.com.hk
Photo gallery: Pictures from the 2016 event