8th International AV Show Opens today

Latest inventions he cited include: digital cameras which can transmit images over long distances and can store numerous photographs for reproduction with a printer or on video; as well as special technology and photographic equipment designed for photo-viewing on computer screens, CD-ROMs and the internet. These new products are currently on show at the exhibition.He pointed out that coupled with new development in the industry was enthusiastic new interest in photography, thus increasing trading opportunities in related equipment. Last year, Hong Kong exported HK$11.5 billion worth of photographic apparatus and equipment, up 32 per cent on 1994. Some of the largest increases were in sales to China, Japan, the Middle East, Latin America, Malaysia, Australia and Korea. Meanwhile the territory's imports of the same also increased 25 per cent to HK$10.3 billion.
Joining the two industry leaders to cut the ribbon at today's ceremony were the Secretary for Economic Services, Mr Steven Ip, guest of honour of the event and the TDC's deputy executive director, Mr Frederick Lam; the chairman of The Hong Kong & Kowloon Photographic Merchants Association, Mr Dennis Sun; and Miss Hong Kong 1996, Miss Lee San San.With 70 companies taking up 12,000 square metres of exhibition space, this year's fair is bigger and more international than ever. The show features the latest in audio-visual technology as demonstrated in DVD and related equipment, APS (advanced photo system) cameras, high-end hi-fi and TV systems, home theatre systems, multi-media equipment and internet services.Audition and demonstration rooms have been set up to provide the best acoustic conditions for visitors to test audio and visual products.During the five-day fair, the organisers have already arranged a strong line-up of activities for the anticipated 200,000 visitors. These include performance at the "Photo Studio", antique camera show, photo display and special seminars.For amateur or professional photographers alike, the "International Audio & Visual Show Photo Competition" is a not-to-be missed highlight of the event. Jointly organised by the TDC and the Photographic Society of Hong Kong, all participants are invited to capture the memorable moment at the fairground. All entries must reach the Photographic Society of Hong Kong before November 8, 1996.For press enquiries, please contact Justina Shum of the TDC at (852) 2584 4333.