Before the fair
- A call to define your products, volumes and budget
- Choosing the phase that matches your products
- Shortlisting exhibitors in the official catalogue
- Preparing technical questions and target prices
- Help with buyer registration
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Canton Fair interpreter and buying assistance
We are at your side before, during and after the fair: preparation, interpreting, negotiation in Chinese and supplier follow-up.
In short
Saigalé, based in Guangzhou, prepares your visit remotely, accompanies you through the halls of the Canton Fair, negotiates with exhibitors in Chinese, then follows up with the suppliers you shortlist. Rate: €300 per day, written quote before you commit.
In the halls
- A route planned around the prepared list
- Interpreting and negotiation in Chinese
- Questions to find out whether the exhibitor makes or resells
- A photo and a record for every booth visited
- A debrief at the end of the day
After the fair
- Comparison table: prices, minimum quantities, lead times
- Follow-up in Chinese with the suppliers you keep
- Tracking of sample requests
- Factory visits if you stay a few extra days
A day at the fair, in practice
The rhythm of a day in the halls once the preparation is done.
- Morning
Meeting at your hotel
A quick look at the day's booths, then the metro to the fair, more reliable than taxis at rush hour.
- Late morning
Priority booths
We start with the most promising exhibitors on the list, while the aisles are still quiet.
- Afternoon
Negotiation and discoveries
Back to the interesting booths to discuss prices and quantities, and spotting exhibitors who were not on the list.
- Evening
Debrief
Sorting the day's contacts, first impressions, adjusting the next day's programme.
Rates
One day rate, whether you are in the halls or in factories. You receive a written quote tailored to your programme before you commit.
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Assistance day at the fair | €300 |
| Factory visit day | €300 |
| Transport with driver between sites | Arranged on request, at your expense |
| Hotel booking | On request, room at your expense |
Not included: flights, hotel, meals, entry badge, samples and their shipping.
Frequently asked questions
What does the day rate include?
Your Saigalé assistant at your side all day, interpreting, negotiation in Chinese and the evening debrief. Remote preparation and the written summary are included. Not included: flights, hotel, transport with a driver, meals and badge.
Can you book my hotel?
Hotel booking is not part of the day rate. We can recommend places or book for you, with the room at your expense. See also where to stay during the fair.
Do you help with registration and the badge?
Yes, we guide you step by step through registration on the official portal. You then collect the badge in person, with your passport.
What happens after the fair?
You receive a written summary of the suppliers you met, with the prices, minimum quantities and lead times they quoted. We follow up in Chinese with the ones you keep and can organise factory visits to check what was said on the booth.
And if I want to hand over the whole purchase?
Saigalé also handles full sourcing, from choosing the supplier to inspection before shipment. See our sourcing service.
Planning a buying trip to China?
Tell us about your project. We reply within one business day with a written proposal.