The pandemic continues to play havoc with major expos.

 

Organisers of Paperworld China have made a last-minute decision to cancel this year’s event due to on-going concerns over the spread of COVID-19.

 

Originally scheduled from 15 – 17 October at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre in Shanghai, this year’s edition will merge with the 2022 show at the same venue.

 

Commenting on the change, Richard Li, general manager, Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) said: “As a professional trade fair organiser, providing a safe trade fair for show participants and staff has always been our primary concern. In view of the evolving pandemic situation, and to align with the anti-pandemic measures of the city where the trade fair is held, we have made this decision after intensive consultations with key industry stakeholders.”

 

Other Paperworld shows include:

Meantime, the London Stationery Fair is going ahead from 5-6 October at the Business Design Centre.

 

Following the cancellation of last year’s show, next month’s event has attracted 150 brand exhibitors.