Trendy Chinese décor leads local imports

MARK JACKSON-MOSS CHINA’S GRO WING dominance in world trade has opened up a number of niche markets for South African companies in recent months, with Gauteng-based shipping and forwarding firm Truro experiencing a staggering increase in demand for imported furniture and home décor from the Far East Asian giant. “This industry has grown dramatically in the last two years,” says Truro’s Diann Pillay. “Our clients are importing everything from baby furniture and bedroom sets to couches in ever increasing volumes.” “Furniture and home finishings need to be practical, affordable and stylish and the Chinese manufacturers and suppliers have certainly perfected all three requirements,” says the Truro representative, whose company’s 15 years of experience ensures efficiency at all levels of the supply chain.