 |
HONG KONG, Jan. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- DHL Express, the world's leading cross-border express services provider, has been appointed by Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) as the official logistics partner for the city's premier fashion show event, Hong Kong Fashion Extravaganza 2013, for the second year. Taking place on 14 January at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, it brings together over 1,500 merchandisers, celebrities, business elites and media in the city's finest showcase of international fashion.
DHL will provide door-to-door transportation for the show outfits and accessories of the four participating international designers - ranging from full-size mannequins, showpieces to delicate earrings - totaling around 100 outfits. Importing them from the world's fashion capitals into Hong Kong and re-exporting them back to Beijing, Paris and London after the show demands flexibility and close coordination to deal with unexpected changes at short-notice as designers often have multiple shows back-to-back. DHL will also be responsible for ensuring the smooth completion of all necessary documentation and customs clearance.
"We are proud to have once again been selected by HKTDC as the official logistics partner for Hong Kong Fashion Extravaganza 2013," said Mr. Ken Lee, Head of Commercial, Asia Pacific and Managing Director, Hong Kong and Macau, DHL Express. "We strive to understand the unique complexities and challenges of every industry that we support, and fashion demands careful handling of often-delicate shipments coupled with the need for rapid and reliable delivery. Our expertise as the international specialist means we can offer support in the world's fashion capitals to ensure prompt delivery and comprehensive support throughout the process to ensure the designers' outfits look their best on arrival."
Mr. Benjamin Chau, Deputy Executive Director for HKTDC, said, "This is the second year in a row that we have worked with DHL Express as the official logistics provider for Hong Kong's premier fashion show event. With their persistently reliable, fast and careful service, we are sure that our 1,500 participants will be treated to an excellent showcase of the very best in international fashion."
This year's Fashion Extravaganza will showcase London's Holly Fulton, Beijing's Chi Zhang, Paris-based designer duo Nana Aganovich and Brooke Taylor, and Hong Kong's Johanna Ho. DHL is one of the leading international logistics service providers for the textile and garment industries, providing services ranging from procurement of material to sample production, quality control, warehousing and processing of garments to direct delivery to shops. DHL's customers include both small, independent fashion boutiques requiring a one-off service as well as large retail groups with complex distribution requirements.
- End -
DHL - The Logistics company for the world
DHL is the global market leader in the logistics industry and "The Logistics company for the world". DHL commits its expertise in international express, air and ocean freight, road and rail transportation, contract logistics and international mail services to its customers. A global network composed of more than 220 countries and territories and about 275,000 employees worldwide offers customers superior service quality and local knowledge to satisfy their supply chain requirements. DHL accepts its social responsibility by supporting climate protection, disaster management and education.
DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL. The Group generated revenue of 53 billion euros in 2011.
HKTDC Hong Kong Fashion Week for Fall/Winter, and HKTDC World Boutique
Some 1,800 exhibitors from 30 countries and regions will take part in the HKTDC Hong Kong Fashion Week for Fall/Winter, and HKTDC World Boutique, Hong Kong, 14-17 January, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. World Boutique, which celebrates its 11th anniversary this year, will include the Hong Kong Fashion Extravaganza. The event on the evening of 14 January will feature four internationally acclaimed designers and Hong Kong supermodels will model designs on catwalk.