Post-show Release

Triumph at R+T Asia 2024: Record-breaking visitation and next year’s onsite rebooking rate

Shanghai, China, 5 June 2024 - The 19th edition of R+T Asia has recently concluded with an impressive surge in attendance and heightened international involvement, making a significant impact on the sector and ushering in a new chapter for the R+T Asia at the international scene. The resounding success of this edition reaffirms R+T Asia as the leading Asia-Pacific exhibition for sun shading systems and doors/gates and the preferred Asian platform for global trade in the industry, facilitating exchanges, collaborations, and innovations on an international scale.

Over 700 renowned companies and brands from more than 13 countries and regions showcased their most innovative products and cutting-edge technologies to a total attendance of 54,443 visitors, which exceeded the initial estimates, making it the most well-attended since its beginning. This year’s edition witnessed, in particular, a significant surge in overseas visitor number, which reached 14,152, coming from 110 different countries, marking a remarkable 23% increase from the previous year and surpassing the record number of international visitors noted in 2019.

Exhibitor Feedback Highlights Success of R+T Asia’s Three-Day Exhibition

The success of this year’s edition was clearly reflected in pouring applications received onsite, which account for the booking of the 90% of the exhibition space for the 2025 edition. Companies such as A-OK, Baolong, Chembo, Cube, Da’ai, Dooya，Garraf，Gumei，Huasheng，JuFeng, Sunfree, KINDESIN，Luoya, Mingteng, Nine Nine Eight, NOVO, RI DONG, TIANSEN, Wanbao, XIANGDE, Xiaoxuanchuang, XIDAMEN, Xinjiyuan, Xiushui Tower, YAMEITE, Yuehai Taike, ZHENFEI and many more have already confirmed their presence next year. This fervent response underscores the continued success and relevance of R + T Asia within the industry.

“R+T Asia has a huge impact on the entire industry and this year was our second time exhibiting at the show, bringing with us the full range of Coulisse motorized blinds. It was a great pleasure to meet manufacturers and distributors from various regions in Asia Pacific, including Korea and Malaysia, and to show them our latest products and technologies.” – said Brian Chen, Coulisee B.V.

Bringing the Globe Together: R+T Asia 2024 Facilitates Global Industry Connections Through Hosted Buyer Programme

Adding to its list of accomplishments, the 2024 edition set up a successful Hosted Buyer programme, a venture that united buyer delegations from Europe, North America and Southeast Asia, fostering cross-border partnerships and tailored engagements designed to enhance mutual benefits. By extending invites to powerful global groups, especially those attending R+T Asia for the first time, the programme offered over 50 visiting buyers personalized booth tours tailored to their specific product interests, ensuring a targeted and productive exploration of exhibitor offerings. Furthermore, through a newly-forged alliance with Assotende, a symbol of innovation and unity in the sun shading sector among Italian companies, and the second-year cooperation with ACMI, the Italian association recognized for residential and industrial doors and shutters manufacturing - members of both were introduced to R+T Asia's sun shading and door/gate exhibitors, initiating discussions on potential global synergies.

Elevating Industry Knowledge: R+T Asia 2024 Seminars and Workshops Revealed

Apart from extended product and service showcase, R+T Asia 2024 engaged participants with a range of seminars and workshops, creating a space for experts to exchange valuable insights. This move highlighted R+T Asia's dedication to promoting the exchange of knowledge and innovation. Notable among these was the International Window and Door Summit (IWDS). Moderated by Olaf Vögele (Technical Expert and General Manager at media4technologies UG) and with the participation of renowned speakers from the industry, such as Sandra Musculus (President of ITRS e.V. / Georg Musculus GmbH & Co. KG), Jochen Lude (Head of Product Management  at SOMMER Antriebs-und Funktechnik GmbH), Guanjun Pan, (Deputy Secretary of China Construction Metal Structure Association) the IWDS provided the attendees with a broad perspective on innovative solutions toward more sustainable future in the field of sun shading and door/gate industries.

Design with Nature, organized by cadex, was another event that shed light on sustainable efforts on architectural, interior and product design, production process and marketing strategy to achieve sustainable and healthy development of the design industry. The Material Matters showcased creative material installations, creative spaces and material laboratories. Instead ITED Conference together with 30+ industry leaders in real estate, design, engineering discussed how to improve the energy efficiency and a lower the carbon emissions towards a greener future.

Strong Collaboration and Unity: Leading Joint Events for a Comprehensive Experience

Building on its tradition, R+T Asia 2024 partnered with a lineup of significant events, including DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2024, a top flooring exhibition in the Asia Pacific region; HD+ 2024 Home Decoration Asia; cadex, an international event for networking, learning, and business activities in the design and architecture field, and others. By coming together under the BUILD ASIA Mega Show platform, these events aimed to facilitate a robust conversation across different industries, enabling seamless integration across various channels and providing attendees with a comprehensive experience covering different aspects of building materials, construction and design.

R+T Asia will return at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC) again from May 26 to 28, 2025

About R+T Asia

R+T Asia, the leading trade fair for the sun shading and door/gate industry in the APAC region, stands at the forefront of its field. With a remarkable legacy spanning nineteen editions, R+T Asia has established itself as a dynamic platform for industry professionals. This premier event provides a prime opportunity to showcase cutting-edge products, exchange knowledge, and foster valuable business collaborations. As part of the esteemed R+T Alliance, R+T Asia boasts its extensive connections and partnerships to provide industry professionals with unparalleled access to a vast and reliable network.

Event Details:

Event name: R+T Asia

Event type: International trade fair for sun shading systems and doors/gates

New Dates (next edition): 26 - 28 May 2025

Location: National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai)

For more information, please visit www.en.rtasia.net