Finland 100 Expo: Showcasing Finnish Business and Culture in Hong Kong
The Finland 100 Expo, celebrating Finland’s 100th anniversary of independence, will take place 10th of May in the SME Centre inside the HKCEC at 12-6 pm. An opportunity to get to know Finnish businesses and culture, the Expo welcomes 33 exhibitors from Finland and is open to the public free of charge. In addition to business, the Expo will showcase aspects of Finnish culture together with the Finnish Sauna, Santa Claus and Moomintroll.
The one-day expo will feature four thematic areas: Food and Beverages, Design, Innovation and Education. Different panel discussions and featured programs are set throughout the day for visitors to engage with the thematic areas that highlight the most important exports of Finland.
Biggest Finnish event of the year in Hong Kong
Finland’s reputation as a technology and innovation wonder is fast garnering more international attention. This year Finland is celebrating 100 years of independence, a big number for any country. To mark the centenary the Finnish Chamber of Commerce, the Consulate General of Finland and Invest Hong Kong are organising the Finland 100 Expo for the first time ever. The event will gather Finnish business actors in Hong Kong under one roof to give the local community an opportunity to experience Finland and all it has to offer. Visitors can engage with exhibitors, taste food and beverages samples, learn from the informative speakers and win prizes in fun program including the Finland Quiz.
In addition to more than 30 exhibitors showcasing their products and services, a series of thematic panel discussions, workshops and shows led by Finnish and local experts will be held during the Expo. A panel discussion on Finland as a source of innovations will examine Finland’s unique business environment, a fashion show by Marimekko and SAGA furs will present the latest wearable design, a panel discussion on Finnish education will observe the differences between the award winning Finnish and the local Hong Kong systems and a cocktail course with the world’s best gin, Napue, will offer a taste of Finnish lifestyle.
Finland 100 Expo website: www.finncham.com.hk/finland-100
Media Enquiries
Please contact Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
Executive Director Anna Räisänen (+852) 9071 6414 [email protected]
Marketing Coordinator Noora Ahti (+852) 6699 1943 [email protected]
Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong is an independent organization established in 1986 focused on serving its members. We connect Finnish companies in Hong Kong through business networking, knowledge sharing and market visibility.
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The Finland 100 Expo, celebrating Finland’s 100th anniversary of independence, will take place 10th of May in the SME Centre inside the HKCEC at 12-6 pm. An opportunity to get to know Finnish businesses and culture, the Expo welcomes 33 exhibitors from Finland and is open to the public free of charge. In addition to business, the Expo will showcase aspects of Finnish culture together with the Finnish Sauna, Santa Claus and Moomintroll.
