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China Xiamen International Stone Fair ranks first in the world
**Abstract**
Last year, the China Xiamen International Stone Fair was only known as "Asia's No. 1." This year, it has surpassed the Italian Verona Stone Fair and the Nuremberg Stone Fair in Germany, becoming the world's largest stone exhibition in terms of both size and number of exhibitors.
The 13th China Xiamen International Stone Fair will take place at the Xiamen International Convention and Exhibition Center from March 6th to 9th this year. The total exhibition area and the international exhibition area have both increased by 40%, securing its position as the top stone fair globally.
**40% Expansion Still Not Enough**
This year’s exhibition spans 160,000 square meters, an increase of 45,000 square meters compared to last year. A total of 8,250 international standard booths were set up, up by 2,350 from the previous session. Over 2,000 companies from 54 countries and regions participated in the event.
According to the organizing committee, the venue for this year’s fair was dubbed “explosive shed.†In addition to utilizing the third phase of the exhibition center, the layout of the former plaza was optimized. The outdoor exhibition area expanded from 11,000 square meters last year to 24,000 square meters. The overall scale of the exhibition has grown by 40%, surpassing other major international stone exhibitions.
**"Internationalization" Reaches New Heights**
This year’s international exhibition area totals 32,000 square meters, a 9,000 square meter increase from last year — a 40% growth. The number of exhibitors also reached a record high, with an increase of 500 compared to last year. Among them, domestic exhibitors rose by 34%, while overseas exhibitors increased by 29%.
Exhibitors from 13 countries, including Italy, Turkey, Greece, and Brazil, have expanded their presence to compete at the Xiamen International Stone Fair. The global influence and brand appeal of the event continue to grow. New exhibitors from Croatia, Romania, Tunisia, and Belgium are showcasing their best products, adding to the vibrant atmosphere of the fair.
**Expected to Attract Over 130,000 Merchants**
In 2012, the global economic situation remained uncertain, and the stone industry faced significant challenges. To address this, the organizing committee focused on developing emerging markets such as Eastern Europe, North Africa, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia. They actively participated in over 20 international exhibitions, including the Izmir Stone Exhibition in Turkey and the American Stone Exhibition, creating strong international connections that helped ensure the success of the event.
To date, more than 70,000 professional stone merchants from over 140 countries and regions, as well as from more than 30 provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions in China, have registered for the event. It is expected that the total number of domestic and foreign merchants will exceed 130,000. More than 30 overseas professional merchant groups from Germany, Switzerland, Portugal, and France are also expected to attend, making this year’s fair one of the most anticipated in the industry.