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WOOD TAIWAN 2023 Breaks Records with Overwhelming Attendance!

WOOD TAIWAN 2023, Taiwan's largest woodworking machinery exhibition, was co-organized by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and the Taiwan Woodworking Machinery Association (TWMA). The exhibition, held at TaiNEX1 in Taipei, concluded successfully today after a four-day run. With over 7,500 visitors from more than 40 countries, the event marked a growth of 23% compared to five years ago, setting a new record. Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, South Korea, and Thailand were the top five buyer countries. Buyer delegations from Japan, Malaysia, Vietnam, and India showed great interest in the exhibition, reflecting the event's strong appeal to potential buyers.

The exhibition received unanimous praise from leading companies such as ANDERSON, LEADERMAC, TECHNIK, CHAMP FOND, KUANG YUNG, and XIANG JING, with domestic and foreign buyers flocking to the event. Exhibitors exclaimed that the exhibition was far beyond expectations with diverse clientele in attendance. Some exhibitors also noted that this year's WOOD TAIWAN surpassed the pre-pandemic edition in terms of popularity. Furthermore, the increase in demand for domestic customized and system board decoration was observed, while the procurement direction of foreign buyers reflected the impact of international political and economic situations as well as the trend of regional production shifting.

According to participating buyers, the introduction of "Power Tools for Homemade DIY Woodworking," "Hardware Accessories & Plates," and "WOOD for MOOD" gave the exhibition a completely new and personalized feel, making it a a must-visit for woodworking enthusiasts. Participating buyers expressed that WOOD TAIWAN had a completely new look and worth a visit. Moreover, a Japanese journalist who attended the exhibition in person noted that Taiwan's woodworking machinery industry has advanced considerably, with the introduction of more intelligent and fully integrated solutions for factories, which have made the industry highly competitive.

WOOD TAIWAN Stage hosted exciting events during the show, including the two-day "Timber Construction Sustainability Forum," which attracted over 100 participants each day. The forum featured experts in timber structures who discussed the carbon reduction advantages and implementation of wood construction. The "WOOD Insight - DIY Experience," "Lumber Ecosystem Guided Tour," and "ManufacturersWin Podcast Live" were also highly praised. Even businesses that were unable to attend the physical exhibition could keep up with this year's highlights through the live streaming of the Podcast and Guided Tour."

After the conclusion of the physical exhibition, WOOD TAIWAN 2023 will continue online until May 4th. To stay up to date on the latest news and information about WOOD TAIWAN, please visit the official website at www.woodtaiwan.com and follow the social media page.

 

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