Press Release - 3rd May 2001


Press Information:Interiors Moscow 2001
                                   Decotex Moscow 2001

ExpoCentre, Moscow 10-13 April 2001 The Exhibitions

The Exhibitions

Interiors Moscow and Decotex Moscow will take place at ExpoCentre in Moscow from 10-13 April, forming an essential part of Russia Building Week 2001, Russia's definitive building and interiors trade event for the 21st Century. Once again the exhibition is supported by Gosstroy Rossii, the State Committee for Construction, Architecture and Housing Policy, Moscow Government and Union of Architects, which confirms Russia Building Week 2001 as a leading international showcase for the industry.

Decotex Moscow
Over 67 exhibitors from more than 22 countries worldwide will be taking part in this specialised exhibition for the home textiles and wall coverings industry. An important feature for the 3rd year running will be a host of German interior companies creating a magnificent display entitled 'DecoDreams'. For Decotex 2001, 9 companies are taking part, to promote top German brand names. The stand will be located in Pavilion 2, Hall 2.
Interiors Moscow
Now in its 6th year running, Interiors Moscow 2001 has attracted over 193 exhibitors from 22 countries, a figure that has greatly increased from the previous year. Products and services that will be on display include interiors design, furnishings, finishes, office furniture, lighting and a huge presentation from the flooring and fit-out industry. New for 2001 includes Kitchens 2001 and Russia Shop.

Visitor Profile:

More than 28,545 combined visitors from both exhibitions were welcomed through the doors last year boosting the total number of trade visitors for Russia Building Week 2000 to 55,000. Visitor backgrounds included interior designers, specifiers, architects, distributors, decorators, wholesalers, retailers, developers, refurbishers, importers, e.t.c. all will crucial purchasing authority.


National Groups:
As well as key industry players, national groups are attending the exhibitions from over 10 countries including Finland, France, Germany, Belgium, Poland, Austria, Bavaria, Czech Republic, Spain, and Italy. This confirms how important overseas industry relations are important to government bodies.



Why Russia Now?

The construction, building and interiors industry has shown steady improvement since the devaluation of the Russian rouble. The presence of visitors at Russia Building Week 2000 from all over Russia and the large increase in exhibitors this year, has to be seen as an indication of stabilisation of the economy and continuing buying power of the Russian consumers.

A recovery in consumption was already noticeable in the second half of 1999 in the regions around the major cities of St. Petersburg and in the entire Moscow zone. The most prudent short-term projections are of a return to 80% of the pre-crisis level by 2001. Consumption should continue to rise together with an improvement in the level of real incomes.



News from the Exhibitors


  • DecoDreams


  • Cordima - At Decotex 2001 Cordima will present the new collection called 'Cordima - Fashion for Windows'. With a new image, new fabrics and a new concept!


  • Alfred Apelt will be displaying their fashion collection for textiles. The colour range will come directly from summer and spring seasons with light and transparent fabrics. Apelt will also present their new linen and jacquard collections with new colours blue, bordeaux, grey and green.


  • Junkers & Muller - Floral prints are the collection's central design theme; they inspire, alongside reduced graphics and contemporary classicism. Time to let one's mind wander and fulfil the individual needs of comfort and lifestyle. Spaces between light and shadow, luxury and freedom, materials, colours and shapes, in all their nuances.


  • Kleine Wolke will present the new Classic Collection showing once again a comprehensive collection of textile bathroom items. The Classic Collection includes Oriental and Japanese Designs and some items carry a touch of the "Sixties". Design and colour trends are smart and plain to varying degrees; form and function take priority over pattern; single colour and texture take priority over multi-colour, striking patterns. We also have showy and sumptuous patterns - there is plenty to get excited about!


  • Eckardt Gardinen will present its collection to the Russian market this April at Decotex. A wide range of new proposals, characterised by the guarantee of a company that boasts on experience that dates back to 1959 when it was established. Constant and careful technological and stylish research dedicated to the field of furnishing fabrics set Eckardt Gardinen at the top of the interior textile industry. They specially focus on a type of client that appreciates the quality of the fabrics and wants to create a personal atmosphere in their home. Quality, accurate and timely service are the winning cards of this company.


  • American Silk is a vertically integrated mill weaving yarn dyed jacquards, dobbies and velvets for upholstery and drapery application. Our exquisite novelty fabrics are woven in palettes of resonant, saturated colour enhanced by the textures of our unique yarns of Silk, Cotton and Rayon. Our ability to exploit pattern and weave construction is seen in our jacquard designs that are inspired by our archives that date back to the 1800's.


  • New exhibitor with a new and fresh idea! www.opentextile.com is "the biggest guide and meeting point for companies dedicated to home textiles." With access only allowed to trade, this web site is translated in 5 languages including English, Italian, French, German, and Spanish. www.opentextile.com also contains a virtual textile shop where visitors to the site have the chance to buy a wide range of articles. You can meet representatives of the company at Decotex 2001.


  • Upofloor Oy today is one of Europe's leading flooring manufactures producing high quality flooring. Their product range includes multi-layer-parquets, plastic floor covering, resilient vinyl covering, quartz vinyl tiles, flooring and wall covering for wet areas, and accessories. All flooring products manufactured by Upofloor are the result of a thorough design and development process.

Organisers


ITE is the largest independent organiser of trade shows and conferences in emerging markets ranging from East and Central Europe to Asia and the Middle and Far East. ITE organises over 325 shows in over 34 countries, servicing over 50,000 corporate clients annually and now runs over 75 web sites. ITE has established an international presence managing exhibitions, which has become the most effective medium for any company wanting to increase product awareness in these markets.

For further information or to register for the press conference, please contact:

Samantha Hearne, Marketing Co-ordinator, Construction, Building & Interiors Division

Phone:
+44 171 596 5197
Fax.: +44 171 596 5111
E-mail: [email protected]


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