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MIFF Celebrates 30 Years as Largest Trade Show in SE Asia
December 13,
2023 by HFBusiness Staff in Business Strategy, Industry 
The gathering brought together 500 guests, exhibitors and business partners to share the remarkable milestones achieved by the annual show, marking a pinnacle for the Malaysian furniture industry.
Gracing the occasion as the Guest of Honor was Yang Amat Berhormat Dato' Sri Fadillah Yusof, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Plantation and Commodities. The glittering Oscar-themed night kicked off the celebrations leading up to next year's show scheduled from March 1 to 4.
Established in 1995, MIFF 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 Southeast Asia.
Since its launch, MIFF has achieved cumulative sales of US$18.4 billion and welcomed 182,000 buyers from 141 countries and regions. It achieved a stellar year in 2023 with a record on-site sale generated of US$1.21 billion and 673 exhibitors.
The award-winning show was founded by now MIFF Chairman Datuk Dr Tan Chin Huat with 152 domestic exhibitors. Foreign exhibitors made their debut in 1999 and their number has been growing exponentially owing to MIFF's appeal to international buyers.
"MIFF started as a small show back in 1995. We worked very hard to make it succeed. Today, MIFF is one of the world's top 10 furniture trade exhibition and the largest in Southeast Asia. For this, I can sincerely say – without the support of the Malaysian furniture industry, MIFF will not be what it is today." said Datuk Dr Tan.
Some 117 loyal exhibitors including companies that have participated for 10 to 30 years (1995-2024) in a row were presented awards in recognition of their unwavering support.
MIFF 2024 will take place again at the Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC) and World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) with 17 halls to showcase the array of contemporary designed home furnishings, office and hospitality furniture, accessories, decor, components and materials.
Malaysia's biggest exporters will be joined by exhibitors from Mainland China, Indonesia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam.
To keep up-to-date or to register as a buyer, visit the MIFF website (www.miff.com.my) For latest news and insights, follow Furnish Now by MIFF (FB).