Shanghai - June 25, 2009 - Hill & Knowlton China has launched a Shanghai World Expo Communications, a specialist communications offering to help nations and companies fully tap into what will be the "the biggest and most extravagant expo ever".

With the event just one year away, plans for the Expo are rapidly taking shape and Hill & Knowlton has built a solid communications platform to help clients achieve maximum results during the six month duration of the event.

"With a record-breaking number of visitors expected to attend, and the word's top business figures descending on Shanghai to discuss issues which will shape global development, the Expo offers boundless opportunities for organizations, companies and nations," said David Zhao, Managing Director of Hill & Knowlton Shanghai.

With valuable insights and a deep understanding of the World Expo 2010 agenda, Hill & Knowlton has produced a range of specially tailored public relations offerings to ensure that  nations and companies can fully grasp the unique communications opportunities to promote their brand on a truly global stage, and take a leading role to reach the heart, mind and soul of China's 1.3 billion consumers.

"The possibilities are endless – indeed, this is a chance to take center stage which simply cannot be missed – the eyes of the world will be on this event and our service offerings will enable clients to maximize their visibility" Zhao added.

For further information please contact:

Claudia Sun                       
+86 (21) 5109 7070                
claudia.sun@hillandknowlton.com.cn

Marc-Olivier Arnold                   
+86 (21) 5109 7070                                 
marc.arnold@hillandknowlton.com.cn