Grand Opening of the 2024 GISMA Guangzhou International Footwear Machinery & Materials Exhibition

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On June 2, the 2024 Guangdong International Intelligent Shoe Machinery Equipment Exhibition incorporating the Guangdong Shoe Material & Leather Supply Chain Exhibition and the Fashion Shoe Exhibition—grandly opened in Halls 1, 2, and 4 of the Guangzhou Pazhou Poly World Trade Expo Center. The event was jointly organized by the Guangdong Shoe-making Machinery Association, the Dongguan Shoe-making Machinery Association, the Wenzhou Shoe-making Machinery Association, and the Fujian Shoe-making Machinery Association.

Ribbon cutting ceremony at 2024 GISMA Guangzhou International Footwear Machinery & Materials Exhibition

President Zhan Ming of Guangdong Shoe-making Machinery Association, 2024 GISMA Guangzhou International Footwear Machinery & Materials Exhibition

Welcoming Address by the Organizer (President Zhan Ming of Guangdong Shoe-making Machinery Association)

Spanning over 30,000 square meters, this edition of the exhibition brings together more than 300 participating companies. Hundreds of intelligent machinery units, cutting-edge footwear designs, and advanced materials made their debut, offering visitors a pioneering and diverse experience that highlights the innovation and vigorous growth of the footwear industry.

Leaders and Distinguished Guests in Attendance

The exhibition received strong support from footwear industry associations and key figures across the country. Notable attendees at the opening ceremony included:

Mr. Liu Suilong, Vice Chairman of the China Leather Industry Association, Chairman of the Guangdong Shoe Manufacturers Association, and President of the Guangdong Shoe Material Association

Ms. Wang Dan, Director of the Leather and Footwear Machinery Committee of the China Leather Industry Association

Ms. Zhang Yan, Secretary-General of the China Leather Industry Association

Mr. Wang Gang, Secretary-General of the Rubber Footwear Branch of the China Rubber Industry Association

Mr. Lin Guangde, Chairman of the Iran Footwear Association and the Tehran Mechanical Shoe-making Union, and President of the Hong Kong Footwear Association

Mr. Li Ben, President of the Wenzhou Shoe-making Machinery Association

Mr. Hong Zhijian, President of the Fujian Shoe-making Machinery Association

Mr. Zhan Ming, President of the Guangdong Shoe-making Machinery Association, along with former leaders of the association

Representatives from international markets including India, Iran, the United States, and Mongolia

2024 GISMA Guangzhou International Footwear Machinery & Materials Exhibition exhibition booths.

On its opening day, the exhibition attracted over 8,000 visitors and business buyers from more than 30 countries and regions, including Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, South Korea, Mongolia, the United States, Singapore, India, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Bangladesh.

2024 GISMA Guangzhou International Footwear Machinery & Materials Exhibition Trade show booth with people discussing JYL sewing machinery.

2024 GISMA Guangzhou International Footwear Machinery & Materials Exhibition, cheng feng toe lasting machine

By integrating intelligent shoe machinery, materials and leather supply chains, and fashion footwear, the 2024 Guangdong International Intelligent Shoe Machinery Equipment Exhibition effectively connects the entire upstream and downstream industry chain. It captures future industry trends and empowers enterprises to seize new opportunities. The exhibition will run through June 4—be sure not to miss this exceptional gathering!

Shoe sole manufacturing machine at 2024 GISMA Guangzhou International Footwear Machinery & Materials Exhibition

Industrial machine processing materials on a conveyor in a manufacturing setting 2024 GISMA Guangzhou International Footwear Machinery & Materials Exhibition

People examining shoes at 2024 GISMA Guangzhou International Footwear Machinery & Materials Exhibition trade show booth.

Whether you are searching for intelligent and efficient shoe machinery, exploring new materials, or seeking insights into the latest footwear trends, visit the Guangzhou Pazhou Poly World Trade Expo Center from June 3 to 4—your ultimate destination for innovation and style.