Suitcase
Which is the world's most expensive suitcase? Over the years, suitcases have become a style statement with new designs and techniques making them pricey and attractive. Take the Rediff Business Quiz and find out how much you know about the latest in vogue.
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1. Which is the world's most expensive suitcase? a) Givi b) Delsey c) Henk
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Wrong! The correct answer is Henk. Priced at $20,000, Henk is the most expensive suitcase in the world. Henk van de Meene, who runs a real estate business, designed this suitcase initially for his personal use. Today, Henk manufactures about 3,000 suitcases annually. Made of carbon fibre, aluminium, fine wood and leather, it is huge in size but weighs only 11 pounds. Even when it is fully loaded, it exerts only 25 grams of pressure on one's fingers! A whopping $10 million was spent on the research and development of this suitcase.
Correct! Priced at $20,000, Henk is the most expensive suitcase in the world. Henk van de Meene, who runs a real estate business, designed this suitcase initially for his personal use. Today, Henk manufactures about 3,000 suitcases annually. Made of carbon fibre, aluminium, fine wood and leather, it is huge in size but weighs only 11 pounds. Even when it is fully loaded, it exerts only 25 grams of pressure on one's fingers! A whopping $10 million was spent on the research and development of this suitcase.
2. Which foreign luggage company has a tie up with VIP? a) Samsonite b) Carlton c) Antler
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Wrong! The correct answer is Carlton. VIP Industries acquired the brand and luggage manufacturing equipment of UK's Carlton International in 2003. The deal covers the entire Carlton's ange of award winning designs. VIP Industries has a wholly-owned subsidiary in London, Carlton Travel Goods, to sell both Carlton and VIP brands. Carlton International, established in 1976 is the largest supplier of luggage in the UK. Carlton is known for its unique and innovative range. Today, Carlton and VIP brands have a significant presence in Europe.
Correct! VIP Industries acquired the brand and luggage manufacturing equipment of UK's Carlton International in 2003. The deal covers the entire Carlton's ange of award winning designs. VIP Industries has a wholly-owned subsidiary in London, Carlton Travel Goods, to sell both Carlton and VIP brands. Carlton International, established in 1976 is the largest supplier of luggage in the UK. Carlton is known for its unique and innovative range. Today, Carlton and VIP brands have a significant presence in Europe.
3. Which luggage company in India has introduced a locking system approved by the US Travel Safety Advisory? a) Samsonite b) US Luggage c) Atlantic luggage
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Wrong! The correct answer is Samsonite. Samsonite India's Silhouette-9 was launched in December 2004. The Silhouette-9 has a special locking system. This enables the US customs officials to open the luggage with master keys supplied to all the 1,400 customs entry points by the company. This will be beneficial to people travelling to the US. Silhouette-9 is available in India in six different sizes and three colours. The company has 143 exclusive outlets in the country and the number is likely to increase to 165 by the end of 2005.
Correct! Samsonite India's Silhouette-9 was launched in December 2004. The Silhouette-9 has a special locking system. This enables the US customs officials to open the luggage with master keys supplied to all the 1,400 customs entry points by the company. This will be beneficial to people travelling to the US. Silhouette-9 is available in India in six different sizes and three colours. The company has 143 exclusive outlets in the country and the number is likely to increase to 165 by the end of 2005.
4. Which Indian luggage company manufactures soft cases designed by a renowned Italian designer? a) Safari b) VIP c) Universal luggage
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Wrong! The correct answer is VIP. VIP's softcases are designed by renowned Italian designer, Claudio Basile. Made of 1680 D ballistic nylon, one of the toughest fabrics used in the making of soft luggage. The range also offers pilot cases and lap top compatible strolly systems for business travellers. Cases are available in shades of blue, green and black. VIP has 7 aesthetically designed bags in the Claudio Basile collection.
Correct! VIP's softcases are designed by renowned Italian designer, Claudio Basile. Made of 1680 D ballistic nylon, one of the toughest fabrics used in the making of soft luggage. The range also offers pilot cases and lap top compatible strolly systems for business travellers. Cases are available in shades of blue, green and black. VIP has 7 aesthetically designed bags in the Claudio Basile collection.
5. Who founded the luggage company Antler? a) Henk Meene b) Claudio Basile c) J Boultbee Brooks
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Wrong! The correct answer is J Boultbee Brooks . The 84-year-old Britain-based Antler was founded by J Boultbee Brooks, who also invented cycle saddles. He started with leather saddlebags and later developed the lightweight soft suitcases in the 1940s. Antler is known across the globe for its impeccable style and designs. Light designs, shock absorbent handles, smooth wheels and personal number locks make the Antler's range very attractive. Antler also has specialised luggage like sales display cases, engineers' tool cases, computer cases, electronic equipment and instrument cases.
Correct! The 84-year-old Britain-based Antler was founded by J Boultbee Brooks, who also invented cycle saddles. He started with leather saddlebags and later developed the lightweight soft suitcases in the 1940s. Antler is known across the globe for its impeccable style and designs. Light designs, shock absorbent handles, smooth wheels and personal number locks make the Antler's range very attractive. Antler also has specialised luggage like sales display cases, engineers' tool cases, computer cases, electronic equipment and instrument cases.
