SOUTH-EAST Asia’s largest furniture trade show celebrated its 30th anniversary in grand style, ahead of its 2024 event.
Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) held a spectacular gala dinner that brought together 500 guests, exhibitors and business partners to commemorate the remarkable milestones achieved by the annual show, marking a pinnacle for the Malaysian furniture industry.
Gracing the occasion was Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.
MIFF has played a pivotal role in expanding the local furniture industry over the years.
Recognised as a global Top 10 furniture trade event, it is the largest export platform for Malaysian wooden furniture and office furniture in South-East Asia.
Since its launch, MIFF has achieved cumulative sales of US$18.4bil (RM83.8bil) and welcomed 182,000 buyers from 141 countries and regions.
This year, the trade show attained record on-site sales of US$1.21bil and a record 673 exhibitors.
The award-winning show was founded by MIFF chairman Datuk Dr Tan Chin Huat with 152 domestic exhibitors.
Foreign exhibitors made their initial appearance in 1999 and their numbers have been growing exponentially owing to MIFF’s appeal to international buyers.
In lauding the Malaysian furniture industry and local authorities for supporting the show from the start, Tan said MIFF would continue to be a flagship for Malaysian furniture exports to reinforce the country’s position as a global producer.
“MIFF started as a small show back in 1995. Today, it is one of the world’s top 10 furniture trade exhibitions and the largest in South-East Asia.
“Without the support of the Malaysian furniture industry, MIFF would not be what it is today,” said Tan.
He also paid tribute to the Malaysian government and its agencies for the strong support of MIFF and also to strategic partner Muar Furniture Association for a fruitful alliance over the past 10 years.
A total of 117 exhibitors including companies that have participated for 10 to 30 years in a row were presented awards in recognition of their support.
MIFF will next take place from March 1 to 4 at Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (Mitec) and World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) with 17 halls to showcase the array of contemporary home furnishings, office and hospitality furniture, accessories, decor, components and materials.
Malaysia’s biggest exporters will be joined by exhibitors from China, Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam.
To register as a buyer, visit www.miff.com.my or follow its social media channels or email info@miff.com.my
