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DHL Brings Fashion Showpieces from Emerging Asian Designers to Hong Kong

- DHL Express Hong Kong has been appointed by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council as the Official Logistics Partner for CENTRESTAGE ELITES 2016
- The international specialist will deliver approximately 100 pieces from up and coming Asian designers at the show
DHL
2016-09-07 15:49 3301

HONG KONG, Sept. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- DHL Express, the world's leading international express services provider, has been appointed by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) as the official logistics partner of CENTRESTAGE ELITES 2016, the most-anticipated runway show of the brand new international fashion event CENTRESTAGE. The runway show will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from today to September 10.

DHL Express will provide seamless and secured round-trip deliveries, via its global network, of approximately 100 unique pieces from up and coming talents in Asia's fashion industry, including local designer Mim Mak, award-winning Beijing designer Simon Gao, Korean designer Ko Taeyong, and Thai designer duo Pongsak Suprratccheep and Thita Kamonnetsawat. DHL will also provide the flexibility and co-ordination needed to ensure smooth door-to-door delivery and customs clearance, allowing designers to focus on perfecting their showpieces.

"We are honored to be working with HKTDC again for this highly anticipated fashion extravaganza in Asia. We have collaborated with HKTDC for the past four consecutive years and this partnership is testament to the confidence they have in DHL Express," said Herbert Vongpusanachai, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Hong Kong and Macau, DHL Express.

"As an International specialist, we are well-positioned to serve the fast-paced nature and time-sensitive needs of the textile and garment industry from small, independent fashion boutiques to large retailers who need constant assistance and complex distribution needs. We will ensure that the exquisite collections from the designers are safely delivered to the runway with our best-in-class international express services."

Sophia Chong, Assistant Executive Director, HKTDC, said, "We are pleased to partner with DHL Express for the fifth year in a row. With its expertise in cross-border logistics services, we are confident that this world-class fashion show will be provided with comprehensive logistics support to ensure delicate outfits and accessories look their best on arrival, treating our participants to the most enjoyable showcase of international fashion designs."

CENTRESTAGE is set to become the signature fashion event of the region and the platform for Asian and international fashion brands and designers to promote their name and launch their collections. CENTRESTAGE will feature over 200 fashion brands and four thematic zones. The HKTDC will organize networking events and trend seminars during the show, and invite seasoned industry professionals and experts to analyze the latest market trends in fashion. 

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