26 – 29 / 4 / 2023
QSNCC

Typhoon and Rainstorm Warnings – Guidance for Attendees

Typhoon and Rainstorm Warnings – Guidance for Attendees

Typhoons

Typhoons may form and affect Hong Kong from May to November. Tropical cyclone advisory bulletins or warnings are issued by the Hong Kong Observatory when a tropical cyclone moves within 800km of Hong Kong. 

The Hong Kong Observatory uses numbers 1, 3, 8, 9 and 10 to signify the strength of a tropical cyclone in the vicinity of Hong Kong. 

• SIGNAL 1: A tropical cyclone is centred within 800km of Hong Kong and may later possibly affect the territory. 

• SIGNAL 3: Strong wind is expected or blowing generally in Hong Kong near sea level, and the wind condition is expected to persist. Winds are normally expected to become generally strong in Hong Kong within 12 hours after this signal is issued. 

• SIGNAL 8  AND ABOVE: Gale or storm force wind is expected or blowing in Hong Kong near sea level, which may increase in strength and the conditions are expected to persist. Winds are normally expected to reach gale force generally in Hong Kong within 12 hours after a No. 8 signal replaces No. 3 signal. 

Rainstorms

The rainy season in Hong Kong is normally between April and September. Rain can be particularly heavy and persistent during May and June, causing traffic disruption and occasionally major floods and landslips.

The rainstorm warning system is designed to alert the public about the occurrence of heavy rain which is likely to bring about major disruptions, and to ensure a state of readiness within the essential services to deal with emergencies. 

There are three levels of warning: AMBERRED and BLACK

• The AMBER signal gives alert about potential heavy rain that may develop into RED or BLACK signal situations. There will be flooding in some low-lying and poorly drained areas. Key government departments and major transport and utility operators are put on alert. 

• The RED and BLACK signals warn of heavy rain which is likely to bring about serious road flooding and traffic congestion. They will trigger response actions by government departments and major transport and utility operators.

Latest tropical cyclone/rainstorm warnings and related announcements are broadcast on radio and TV and posted on the Hong Kong Observatory website (www.hko.gov.hk).

TYPHOON SIGNAL 8 (OR ABOVE)

Pre-Typhoon Signal No.8 or Typhoon Signal No. 8 (or above)

Issued by 0800

The Show WILL NOT OPEN as scheduled

Typhoon Signal No. 8 (or above)

Lowered before 1300

The show will OPEN 2 HOURS AFTER lowered

  • EXHIBITORS may be allowed to enter venue halls ONE HOUR AFTER the signal is lowered.

  • Assess unsafe conditions and inform organiser.

  • Booths should be manned by reopening

Remains issued after 1300

The show REMAINS CLOSED for day

Pre-Typhoon Signal No.8

Issued during show hours

The show will CLOSE WITHIN 2 HOURS

  • Public announcements will be made, when information is declared by The Hong Kong Observatory.

  • Attendees will evacuate, if it is safe and as soon as reasonably practicable.

Typhoon Signal No. 8 (or above)

THE Show will CLOSE INSTANTLY

BLACK RAINSTORM WARNING

By 0800

The show WILL NOT OPEN as scheduled

Cancelled before 1300

The show will OPEN 2 HOURS AFTER cancelled

  • EXHIBITORS may be allowed to enter venue halls ONE HOUR AFTER the warning cancelled.

  • Assess any unsafe conditions and inform organiser.

  • Booths should be manned by reopening.

Warning remains after 1300

The show REMAINS CLOSED for day

During show hours

The show REMAINS OPEN

  • Attendees will be advised to take shelter within the venue for their own safety.
MOVE IN/MOVE OUT

Pre-Typhoon Signal No. 8

  • Organiser will assess the conditions and work with our business partners and customers to prepare for the move-in and move-out.

Typhoon Signal No. 8 (or above) or Black Rain-storm Warning

  • No lifting activities when above 25 knots wind speed.
  • Secure onsite assets.
  • Evacuate or seek shelter in venue, as per official guidance.

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Jewellery & Gem ASEAN Bangkok (JGAB) moves maiden edition to 26 – 29 April 2023

Truly open to everyone, industry’s much-awaited B2B sourcing destination to be staged at fully rebuilt Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC)

On behalf of Informa Markets Jewellery, we would like to thank all of our industry partners who have been exceptionally supportive of Jewellery & Gem ASEAN Bangkok (JGAB), one of the most significant and highly anticipated international B2B sourcing events in the trade show calendar. The launch of this new important marketplace in the incredible, colourful and welcoming city of Bangkok has been met with genuine excitement by industry stakeholders who have been very vocal about the need for us to get back together in person.

Following multiple consultations with exhibitors and event partners, we believe that we could best provide the sourcing experience that our community deserves and expects from us by rescheduling JGAB’s inaugural edition from 2 – 5 November 2022 to 26 – 29 April 2023. Serving as a spectacular backdrop to JGAB is the completely rebuilt Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), a world-class venue located right in the heart of Bangkok. We are delighted to report that the decision to shift JGAB’s show dates has been enthusiastically received by partners who have been pitching for a face-to-face show in the first half of 2023 in Bangkok – a city that is truly open to everyone.

As you well know, visitors may enjoy quarantine-free travel in Thailand, which makes JGAB even more accessible to international participants. From 1 July 2022, the only requirements for entry are:

1.) A valid passport or a border pass for arrivals via border checkpoints

2.) A COVID-19 vaccination certificate OR a negative RT-PCR/Professional ATK COVID-19 test result issued within 72 hours before departure.

*Medical insurance and a Thailand Pass are NOT required.

As preparations for JGAB 2023 goes into full swing, we encourage you to explore your air travel options and make your hotel reservations as soon as possible. Remember, it’s never too early to start preparing!

If you are serious about energising your business, forging new long-term partnerships and building your ASEAN+ network, join us at JGAB 2023.

See you in Bangkok next year!