MIFF posts record sales

The Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF), South-east Asia’s leading industry show, has posted yet record sales of US$854m, an increase of US$24m from last year, after five days of trade in March in Kuala Lumpur.  ekonglong office reception desk

The 2013 fair reportedly attracted 18,401 trade visitors, including 6054 international buyers from 140 countries, with a good turnout of buyers from emerging regions and the strong traditional markets of Australia, the US and Japan.

MIFF 2013, which was 25% bigger than last year, featured 504 exhibitors and covered over 80,000 sqm.

Datuk Dr Tan Chin Huat, chairman of MIFF, said: “We are delighted at the sales record because MIFF has delivered yet again despite the global economic uncertainties. This underscores the continuing appeal of MIFF and how it remains relevant in the global furniture market. Another important point I must make is that we are getting more high quality buyers from all over the world. We have very good feedback from the exhibitors who are pleased with their strong order books. This is definitely a big boost for MIFF going into our 20th anniversary next year.”