HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo to be staged in October

September 9, 2024

Hong Kong continues to solidify its status as Asia’s premier trade fair capital, drawing business professionals from around the globe for pivotal trade activities. This year, The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is set to host the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo this October. Under the theme “Light and Life,” the fairs will showcase a diverse range of lighting products and solutions, unveiling futuristic trends. The twin lighting fairs will feature over 3,000 exhibitors from across the globe, forming the World’s leading lighting marketplace.

Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition)

The 26th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) will be held from October 27 to 30 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The “Connected Lighting” zone, making its debut last year at the Autumn Lighting Fair will feature a new premium brand area dedicated to showcasing elite lighting designs, innovations, and solutions. Multi-national brands including DALI Alliance, Japan Display Inc., LEDiL, Signify, Tridonic, TUYA, and Valta, etc. will be exhibiting with their innovative creations in the Grand Hall on Level 3.

The “Hall of Aurora” zone is consistently one of the most popular destinations for buyers, showcasing an impressive selection of exceptional lighting products from the world.

Other zones include:

The “Commercial Lighting” zone will showcase premium commercial lighting products designed to meet the diverse needs of buyers across various industries, addressing the distinct lighting needs of commercial spaces;
The “LED Essentials” zone will feature a diverse collection of lighting accessories and components;
The “LED Lighting” zone will highlight the most recent and trendiest eco-friendly lighting designs available in the market;
The “Residential Lighting” zone will showcase a stunning array of functional and decorative household lamps from around the globe, creating a captivating lighting spectacle.

Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo

The 9th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will be held from October 29 to November 1 at AsiaWorld-Expo this year. The Expo serves as a comprehensive one-stop sourcing platform, showcasing a diverse range of commercial and industrial lighting solutions in shaping a smart city. The ” Smart Pole and Solution ” zone will spotlight the latest advancements in smart pole technology and solutions, demonstrating how these innovations can optimize energy efficiency and enhance user experience in urban environments. The “Horticultural Lighting” zone will feature an array of new products, including cutting-edge plant lighting technology and a selection of lighting fixtures ideal for outdoor parks and domestic gardens. The “Technical & Professional Lighting” zone goes beyond offering various lighting fixtures tailored for professional settings such as warehouses and production facilities. The “Outdoor and Public Lighting” zone continues to highlight lamps designed for outdoor public spaces and advertising purposes.

Program activities to get Updated Trends

In conjunction with the “Connected Lighting” zone, the STAGE will also hold the debut Innovative Lighting Design Forum and Connected Lighting Forum, featuring top designers and industry experts to share the market trends and latest lighting solution applications across various regions and industries. A variety of activities such as seminars regarding sustainable development and testing and certification, exciting lighting product launches, and networking events will be organized during the fair period, allowing participants to grasp the latest technological information and innovative developments in the industry, and chat with buyers from all over the world to expand their business network.

At AsiaWorld-Expo, three seminars will be conducted to emphasize the lighting design trends for mega events and public spaces, in addition to smart light applications. The featured seminars include “Spotlighting on Architainment Lighting,” “Smart Light Transformation of ASEAN Cities,” and “Green Lighting for the Greens.” These sessions will offer valuable opportunities for attendees to learn about the market outlook and obtain unique insights from industry leaders. During the fair period, a series of events will be held, including a networking reception, exhibitor forums, and buyer forums, fostering meaningful discussions on the latest developments in the lighting industry among guests and enhancing the potential for future collaboration.

Speakers include but are not limited to Mr. Henry Chan, Associate Director, East Asia Acoustics, Audiovisual, Theatre & Lighting Consulting from Arup; Mr. Shunichi Ikeda, Senior Director from Lighting Planners Associates; Mr. Ruby Bottin, Studio Leader from Firefly Point of View; Ms. Eugenia Cheng, Founder & Principal from Lightorigin Studio; Ms. Amber Wang, Vice President, Guangdong Rongwen Technology Group; Dr. Jason Chun Shing Pun, Principal Lecturer, Department of Physics from The University of Hong Kong.

Providing Buyers with a Seamless Sourcing Journey

The events will adopt the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, enhanced by the “Click2Match” online smart business matching platform, available from October 20 to November 8. Furthermore, “Scan2Match” will also be available at the fairs as a feature designed to bridge offline and online interactions. With the HKTDC Marketplace App, buyers can scan dedicated QR codes from exhibitors to bookmark their favorites, access product information, view electronic floor plans, and engage in conversations with exhibitors even after the fair, allowing them to seamlessly continue their sourcing journey. Buyers can register here.

For more information

Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition): hktdc.com /hklightingfairae/en

Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo: hkotlexpo.hktdc.com/en