Friday, September 20, 2024
Thailand’s thriving woodworking and furniture industry came together for the highly anticipated Thailand International Woodworking and Furniture Exhibition 2024 (TIWF 2024), which has opened its gates from 18th to 20th September 2024 at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre in Bangkok.
Supported by its gold sponsor, Ta Chou Industry Co., Ltd, TIWF 2024 served as a premier business and industry platform, offering professionals a unique opportunity to meet face-to-face. The exhibition is showcasing the latest innovations in woodworking and furniture production technology, materials, solutions, trends, and sustainability practices, all in one location. It is all focused on Thailand and the broader Southeast Asian region, establishing itself as a central hub for trade and knowledge exchange.
Government and International Endorsements
Hosted by Thailand’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, the event garners international support, including backing from Germany’s Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). TIWF 2024 is also endorsed by 19 international woodworking media outlets from 10 countries and 34 industry organisations and trade associations from 9 countries, further highlighting its global significance.
Strong International Presence
Over 190 exhibiting companies from 19 countries is participating in the event, with national pavilions from Thailand, China, Germany, Italy, the USA, France, and Taiwan. More than 350 brands are showcased, attracting over 4,000 delegates and trade buyers from across Southeast Asia and beyond, representing the entire spectrum of the woodworking and furniture production industries.
The three-day international exhibition is providing exhibitors and attendees with a platform to drive business growth through activities such as business matching programmes, networking events, technology demonstrations, and product presentations.
Conferences and Seminars
In addition to the exhibition, TIWF 2024 is featuring a series of conferences and seminars that brought together industry experts, investors, and entrepreneurs. These sessions addressed global trends, investment opportunities, and challenges within the woodworking and furniture production industries.
The event’s Leadership Forum is covering key topics such as “Opportunities and Overcoming Challenges in the Thai Furniture Industry”, “Evolving Trends in Global Demand for Wood Raw Materials”, “Economic Forest Resource Management”, and “Innovations and Future Opportunities in the Thai Woodworking and Furniture Industry”.
Skill Development Programmes
Working with its Knowledge Partner, Lanna Thai Plywood Company, TIWF 2024 is also offering carpentry skill masterclasses and DIY workshops. These sessions, led by vocational institutes and woodworking professionals, covered areas such as woodworking and furniture production, machinery and tool operations, design concepts, materials, and modern methodologies.
Thailand’s Furniture Industry on the Rise
Thailand’s furniture market continued to thrive, driven by rapid urbanisation and increasing disposable income. The country boasted over 2,600 furniture manufacturers, with wooden furniture accounting for 70% of all furniture produced for export. According to the Thai Furniture Association, Thailand positioned itself as Southeast Asia’s leading hub for furniture production, as well as a key supplier of wooden components and raw materials.
Thailand’s sawmill industry also played a crucial role in the production of lumber and wood products. In 2022, the country produced approximately 78,000 tonnes of eucalyptus wood, the highest among timber products, followed by teak.
In terms of exports, Thailand’s fibreboard export value reached THB 29.5 billion in 2022, with wood chips and particles accounting for 4.4 billion kilograms. The country also imported significant volumes of pulpwood and wood charcoals, underscoring its strong involvement in the global wood products trade.
TIWF 2024: A Key Industry Gathering
TIWF 2024 is proving to be a pivotal meeting point for the entire woodworking and furniture production industry. The event brought together industry players, policymakers, potential clients, vendors, and partners, creating a platform for networking and collaboration—all under one roof.
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