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For the first time Brazilian companies will display furniture styles and brands at Las Vegas Market.


The Brazilian group will have the participation of 16 exhibiting companies, as part of a project called Brazilian Furniture, co-sponsored by APEX-Brazil (Trade and Investment Promotion Agency) and controlled by ABIMOVEL (Brazilian Manufacturers Furniture Association).

“The participation of Brazil at Las Vegas Market is very important as manufacturers in this region are demonstrating some of the most trend-setting styles and the country itself is a major player in the quality production of furniture exports,” said Tim Branscome, director of international business development for World Market Center.

The United States is the main importer of Brazilian furniture, responsible for 40% of all Brazilian furniture exports. In general, the Brazilian furniture exports have demonstrated a fast growing segment, reaching almost a billion dollars in 2012, according to APEX-Brazil.

“The Las Vegas Market is a significant new venue for the entrance of the Brazilian furniture in the United States,” said Rogerio Bellini, project manager of APEX. “Our expectation is to create another opportunity to show our products on the west coast of the United States. The marketplace in Las Vegas favors a new access to that growing market segment and also has worldwide appeal.”