ispo china 06 at the Shanghai New International Expo Center, to be held from March 13th through 16th, 2006, is set to welcome some of the largest brands from within the Outdoor Community. Merrell, Garmont, and Vasque in the footwear sector, as well as W.L. Gore, The North Face, Salewa and Lowe Alpine are some of the names that have booked their stands.

In addition to the participation of international brands, more national companies have decided to attend, such as leading Asian Outdoor manufacturers Ozark or Black Yak, and the largest Chinese ski apparel manufacturer Ttiss. The newly developed section fabrics and fibres will enjoy particular success with exhibitors such as DuPont, Sympatex, 3M, and Toray, as well as the snow sports section with Halti, Bergans, Leki, or Reusch, and the board sports sections including brands like Burton, Quiksilver, DC, and Dakine. The German trade show pavilion will host companies such as Iguana, Joy/Tao, Leki, Nici, Sympatex, and Uvex.