Graid Technology announced an agreement with Intel Corporation to enter into a license agreement granting Graid Technology the rights to develop, market, sell, and support Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel® VROC) globally. This strategic agreement is expected to accelerate innovation in the enterprise RAID market and deliver transformative outcomes for data center customers worldwide.
Graid Technology and Intel Announce Strategic License Agreement
In today’s digital economy, data is the most valuable asset for every organization, and ensuring it is both resilient and readily available is critical to unlocking its full value. Through this agreement, Graid Technology will combine the proven enterprise performance of Intel® VROC with the breakthrough innovation of its own SupremeRAID™ portfolio, the industry’s first GPU-based RAID architecture for high-performance workloads such as AI and HPC.
By bringing together CPU-based and GPU-based RAID architectures, Graid Technology will deliver an unmatched range of high-performance options, providing the low latency and high throughput needed to power next-generation data infrastructure.
Leander Yu, CEO of Graid Technology, said:
“We’re proud to partner with Intel and carry forward the VROC legacy with fresh energy and vision. At Graid Technology, our mission is to deliver uncompromising data resilience and performance for our customers. The combination of Intel® VROC and SupremeRAID™ gives customers the ultimate choice-CPU-based or GPU-based RAID-both designed to unlock the full potential of their data for faster insights, greater productivity, and a stronger return on infrastructure investments.”
Bryan Jorgensen, Vice President in Intel’s Data Center Group, added:
“This agreement with Graid Technology marks an exciting new chapter for Intel® VROC and the customers we serve. Graid Technology’s deep RAID expertise and commitment to innovation will help drive new value for customers, eliminating the bottlenecks of traditional RAID and unlocking higher performance than ever before.”
At close, which is expected by the end of the year, Graid Technology will assume responsibility for all Intel® VROC customer support and future development. Both Intel and Graid Technology are committed to ensuring a seamless transition with regular updates and transparent communication throughout the process.
For more information, contact your Intel or Graid Technology representative, or visit www.graidtech.com.
Contact Information Andrea Eaken Senior Director of Marketing, Americas & EMEA andrea.eaken@graidtech.com 949-742-9928
Saudi Electricity Company Appoints Eng. Khalid Bin Salem AlGhamdi as Chief Executive Officer
The Board of Directors of the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) has announced the appointment of Eng. Khalid bin Salem AlGhamdi as the company’s Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1st 2025. The decision reflects the Board’s confidence in the capabilities of Saudi talent and their vital role in advancing the Kingdom’s electricity sector, a key enabler of the country’s ongoing economic and social transformation.
Eng. Khalid bin Salem AlGhamdi Saudi Electricity Company Appoints Eng. Khalid bin Salem AlGhamdi as Chief Executive Officer
Commenting on his appointment, Eng. AlGhamdi expressed his deep pride in this trust, extending his sincere gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and to His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister – may God protect them – for their unwavering support of SEC, which has enabled the company to achieve major milestones and strengthen its role in driving national development. He also acknowledged the guidance and close follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz، Minister of Energy, whose leadership continues to serve as a cornerstone of SEC’s success.
Eng. AlGhamdi also thanked the company’s Board of Directors for their trust and support, affirming that this confidence will be a driving force to continue working to fulfil the expectations of customers and shareholders. He added: “Together with my colleagues at SEC, I look forward to a new chapter of collective effort building on the company’s past achievements across all fronts. With the grace of God, we will continue to meet the expectations of more than 11 million customers across the Kingdom by providing reliable and high-quality electricity services. Our focus will be on further enhancing grid reliability, and increasing the company’s contribution to the ambitious objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 – reinforcing SEC’s position as a leading national utility and a key player in the global energy landscape.”
Eng. AlGhamdi is regarded as one of the Kingdom’s distinguished national leaders. He has held several senior positions at SEC, including Executive Vice President for Technical Services, Acting Vice President of Risk and Compliance, Chief Engineer between 2022 and 2023, and Senior Vice President of Digital and Technology, where he oversaw the implementation of major strategies and programs across the company.1
Contact Information Saudi Electricity Company Al-Arid, Riyadh alkahrabacare@se.com.sa 920001100
– Smart technology and sustainability take centre stage
The Hong Kong International Optical Fair came to a successful conclusion today, attracting some 12,000 buyers keen on sourcing and procurement
Buyers from outside Hong Kong primarily came from the Chinese Mainland, Taiwan, India, Japan, Korea, the US, and ASEAN countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand
Fair products focused on key market trends — “smart technology”, “sustainability”, “silver healthcare” and “functionality & design” — featuring the industry’s latest achievements in technological innovation and sustainability
Results of the 25th Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition showcased award-winning entries from local designers
7 November 2025, The 33rd Hong Kong International Optical Fair, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and co-organised by the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association (HKOMA), concluded successfully today. The three-day fair attracted some 12,000 buyers from 92 countries and regions. Buyers from outside Hong Kong primarily came from the Chinese Mainland, Taiwan, India, Japan, Korea, the US, and ASEAN countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand, reinforcing the fair’s role as an important platform to connect with global buyers.
Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director, HKTDC, said: “As a premier sourcing platform for the industry, the Optical Fair brought the world’s leading eyewear brands together with innovative technologies and eco-friendly designs. The event featured a series of compelling activities including industry seminars, design competition, and eyewear parades, all of which play pivotal roles in fostering collaboration and networking within the industry.”
Smart technology and sustainability emerge as new industry drivers The fair, themed “Bright Eyes • New Horizons”, showcased contemporary products that align with key market trends — “smart technology”, “sustainability”, “silver healthcare” and “functionality & design” — highlighting the industry’s achievements in technological innovation and sustainable development. Exhibitors introduced various products that blend functionality and aesthetics by integrating elements such as artificial intelligence and eco-friendly materials, catering to diverse market needs and further enhancing the industry’s competitiveness in the international market.
The spotlighted “Brand Name Gallery” showcased over 200 renowned brands from around the world, including BIG HORN and P+US from Hong Kong, MINIMA from France, STEPPER from Germany, United Colors of Benetton from Italy, Masunaga since 1905 and MATSUDA from Japan, Nano Vista from Spain, Ted Baker from the United Kingdom, together with new participating brands such as SUEEY.MASADA from Chinese Mainland, JULBO and SABINE BE from France, SASAKI and PTOLEMY48 from Japan, NIMOME from Korea, Collections Marcus Marienfeld from Switzerland, THRASHER from the US, showcasing distinctive designs.
Exhibitors focused on the latest trends and demonstrated smart products with innovative technologies, further expanding the potential of smart glasses used in daily life and professional sectors. Shenzhen MUEDO Technology Co., Ltd. from the Chinese Mainland presented its U10 Dual-Mode Smart Reading Glasses, featuring auto-focusing lenses and Hi-Fi stereo sound to target the silver market. Overseas Sales Manager Helen Zhuang stated: “We received inquiries from buyers in Italy, Germany, the US, India, among others, and are currently negotiating a collaboration with an Italian buyer with an expected order value of US$500,000.”
In response to the rise of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, many eyewear brands have launched sustainable glasses featuring recycled materials. Hong Kong exhibitor Winky International Limited offers collections of eco-friendly sunglasses and optical frames made from biodegradable materials. Founder and Creative Director Kevin Ching said that the fair’s three thematic labels, including the “Green Solutions Suppliers” label, helped attract buyers to their booth to examine products and learn about the company’s sustainability vision. He said they have connected with 20 buyers from Indonesia, Vietnam, South Africa, and the Chinese Mainland, including a potential order of US$1 million from an Israeli agent with 260 retail points.
The Optical Fair attracted buyers from around the world, including prominent international buyers such as the Mondottica Group representative for Australia, Brazil’s VISTA IMPORT, leading European industry players like the Asia-Pacific representative of France’s Kering Eyewear, Germany’s Fielmann Group, and the Asia representative of UK’s Specsavers, India’s eyewear giant Lenskart, Indonesia’s Grand Optik, Singapore’s Capitol Optical, and the United States’ Euro Vision International.
Caitlin Northup, Vice President of Operations for US-based wholesale distributor Eyenavision, said “We aim to explore new suppliers and strengthen relationships with existing suppliers by attending the Optical Fair. We met with 20 exhibitors and have already placed onsite orders totaling US$500,000 with two exhibitors from the Chinese Mainland for lenses.”
Optisero, S.L. from Spain is a family business with a 30-year history in the optical industry. Joint Administrator Antonia Rivas said: “We have attended the Optical Fair every year for the past twenty years to source optical cases and lenses. This year, we connected with 20 potential suppliers at the fair. Our overall sourcing budget for suppliers we met at the fair will be around EUR2 million annually.”
Eyewear Design Competition showcases new design talents The HKTDC and the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association co-organised “The 25th Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition”, to promote the diversification and internationalisation of local eyewear designs. The competition aimed to identify promising and emerging design talents and promote innovative design and technology within the local eyewear industry. Themed “Blending Tradition and Technology”, the competition featured an Open Group as well as a Student Group. The award ceremony was held on the first day of the fair, with winning and shortlisted entries displayed throughout the event. The Open Group champion, “Be With You,” designed by Fung Wai-kuen, automatically alerts family members via bluetooth-connected smartphones when the wearer falls or presses the emergency button, significantly reducing accident risks for the elderly. This design also won the “Made-to-Sell Award”. In the Student Group, Shum Chui-shan’s “Unique Perspectives” won first place. The design incorporates the auspicious butterfly symbol from traditional Chinese culture, utilising tie-dye techniques and a detachable structure which enhances the design’s three-dimensional effect and functionality.
The fair continues to adopt the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model which seamlessly integrates online and offline elements to extend business opportunities. Exhibitors and buyers can connect and arrange meetings through the Click2Match online smart business-matching platform until 14 November. During the physical event, buyers can also use the Scan2Match function on the HKTDC Marketplace App to scan exhibitors’ QR codes to bookmark favourite suppliers, access product details and interactive floor plans, and make product enquiries — enabling engagement with exhibitors before and after the fair to continue their sourcing journey.
Fair Details Date: 5 – 7 November 2025 (Wednesday to Friday) Time: (5 to 6 November) 9:30am – 6:30pm (7 November) 9:30am – 5:00pm Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Admission: For trade visitors aged 18 or above only. Onsite Registration Fee: HK$100 per person (free for e-Badge registration and pre-registered buyers)
Click2Match – Smart Business Matching Platform Date: 29 October – 14 November
About HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.
– Global brands launch innovative products Survey reveals AI, smart city development and technological advancement as driving forces in the lighting industry
– Two major lighting fairs and Eco Expo Asia have concluded with success, attracting some 62,000 buyers from 141 countries and regions – The spotlight Hall of Connected Lighting featured some 70 top global brands. An AI smart lighting exhibitor at the Autumn Lighting Fair successfully confirmed an onsite order with a Thai buyer worth up to RMB8 million, double the value of their sales at the fair last year – In an independent on-site survey, 61% of lighting industry respondents expect overall sales to grow in the next one to two years. Respondents foresee that AI (57%), smart city development (40%) and technological advancement (36%) will be key growth drivers in the lighting industry – Eco Expo Asia helped enterprises expand their international trade networks and seize green business opportunities globally, with notable increases in buyers from Australia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia and the US. – A green enterprise from the Chinese Mainland stated that Eco Expo Asia serves as a “go global” platform for mainland green companies, helping them capture business opportunities in the Middle East and SEA. Company representatives expect overseas revenue growth for the full year to exceed 200%.
The 27th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the 10th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo, both organised by the HKTDC, and the 20th Eco Expo Asia, jointly organised by the HKTDC and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and co-organised by the Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), have come to a successful conclusion. The three exhibitions attracted some 62,000 buyers from 141 countries and regions.
Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC Jenny Koo said: “This year’s Autumn Lighting Fair and Outdoor and Tech Light Expo attracted top global brands, showcasing a wealth of innovative and smart lighting products and solutions. Eco Expo Asia debuted a new pavilion that featured 22 local green start-ups presented by the Environmental Campaign Committee and the ANSO Environmental Technology Industry Alliance, led by the Alliance of National and International Science Organizations for the Belt and Road Regions (ANSO), and 11 mainland enterprises, bringing together diverse green technologies. The three fairs drew some 62,000 buyers. Buyers from outside Hong Kong primarily came from the Chinese Mainland, Taiwan, India, Korea, the US and ASEAN countries, including Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand. This shows the fairs’ appeal as global hubs for the lighting and environmental industries, leveraging Hong Kong’s strengths as a trading centre and gateway to international markets.”
Survey reflects optimism about lighting industry sales over the next two years An independent survey of over 730 exhibitors and buyers at the Autumn Lighting Fair and Outdoor and Tech Light Expo revealed that respondents hold an optimistic outlook, with 61% respondents expecting overall sales to grow in the next 12-24 months, and 37% expecting sales to remain unchanged. In terms of target markets, respondents were mainly optimistic about ASEAN countries (71%), India (70%) and the Middle East (70%).
In terms of trends in lighting products, respondents foresee that AI (57%), smart city development (40%) and technological advancement (36%) will be driving factors of industry growth. 74% of respondents believed smart lighting demonstrates good to very good market potential over the next two years. Respondents consider smart lighting to have the greatest development potential in home automation and smart lighting control systems (39%), followed by energy-efficient lighting control solutions (38%) and wireless lighting control systems (29%).
Regarding challenges, respondents identified the top three operational challenges this year as fluctuations of global economy (65%), rising costs due to inflation (42%), and growing protectionist measures, such as export controls, tariffs and sanctions (35%). In light of US tariffs, 54% of respondents reported no or minimal impact on their company’s procurement and sales strategies, while 16% indicated a significant impact.
Lighting fairs bring innovative products, global brands unveil new offerings and immersive experiences Under the theme ‘Illuminated Designs for a Smarter Future’, the twin lighting fairs showcased innovative products and smart lighting solutions from top global brands. The Hall of Connected Lighting returned as the Autumn Lighting Fair’s focal point, featuring some 70 leading brands, demonstrating smart lighting and IoT applications. Dutch company Signify unveiled its latest product in Asia– VitaUp Vitamin D3 Modules by Philips, offering a safe and controlled source of low-intensity UVB exposure to support healthy vitamin D levels. Raimond Dumoulin, LED Architect at Signify, stated that the company has connected with over 100 potential buyers from the United States, Egypt, Korea, Japan, India, the Netherlands, Finland, Norway, and the Chinese Mainland. Based on the strong interest shown by these potential buyers in the newly launched products and other offerings, the company expects the fair to generate orders worth between EUR1 to 2 million.
Specialising in smart lighting controls, Casambi Technologies Oy from Finland – created various scenes at the fair – such as a café setting, presentation mode and shows – providing buyers with a fully immersive experience, while showcasing seamless mode transitions and the smart, intuitive operation. Tommy Hoo, APAC Strategy and Marketing Leader, said: “This is our first time attending the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), marking our debut at an exhibition in the Asia-Pacific region. APAC is an emerging market for us, and the fair has been highly effective in supporting our expansion plans. During the first half-day, we spoke with over 100 potential clients and participated in about 10 business matching meetings. We also pre-arranged additional meetings using the Scan2Match service to connect with potential clients from Singapore, Australia, India, Canada, Denmark, and more.”
Additionally, lighting systems integrated with AI have also attracted attention from buyers. Bweetech Electronics Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is an innovative enterprise specialising in personal wireless smart lighting. Users simply express their intent and the system’s AI technology can automatically interpret and generate the ideal lighting effects tailored to the scene. Bweetech’s Marketing Manager, Green Geng, expressed that the company has attracted some 50 potential buyers from the United States, Korea, Japan and Southeast Asia within the first two days of the exhibition. The company also successfully confirmed an onsite order worth RBM8 million with a Thai buyer, doubling the value of their sales at the fair last year.
The concurrent Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo brought a diverse range of outdoor commercial and industrial lighting solutions, supporting the development of smart cities. The returning Smart Pole and Solution Zone featured Chinese Mainland exhibitor Ningbo Freelux Lighting Appliance Co., Ltd. who joined the expo to look for buyers from new markets. The company’s CEO Allen Mao said: “We have met with new buyers from different parts of the world, including Africa, Europe, the Middle East, South America and Southeast Asia. Two to three new buyers from Argentina and Poland have expressed their intention to purchase our streetlights. We expect that total orders generated by this expo will be around US$2-3 million.”
Trient Trading from the United Arab Emirates has been visiting the twin lighting fairs for five consecutive years. The company’s Sales and Product Specialist Hasan Khan said: “I am handling two large-scale projects: a new office building for a large logistics group and a hotel apartment project. I plan to purchase outdoor lighting, architectural lighting and decorative lighting for the construction of the new office building and facade lighting for the hotel apartment project, with a total order value of US$1.6 million.”
Eco Expo Asia welcomed its 20th edition fully committing to net zero goals Under the theme ‘Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality’, Eco Expo Asia showcased the latest achievements in Circular Economy and Waste Management, Green & Smart Mobility and ESG-related Services, providing invaluable networking opportunities for the green industry. As a leading business platform for ESG and sustainable development solutions, Eco Expo Asia continued to receive support from governments, industry associations and enterprises worldwide. In collaboration with the Environment and Ecology Bureau, the expo extended invitations to government service providers from the Chinese Mainland, as well as from ASEAN and Belt and Road countries, to visit and source green technologies and products.
A green enterprise from Chinese Mainland believed that Eco Expo Asia is a platform for mainland green companies to go global and capture business opportunities in the Middle East and SEA. Infore Enviro‘s Executive Vice President Fu Qu said: “In the fair, we successively engaged with over 35 government representatives from different places, including, Hong Kong, the UAE, Kazakhstan, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines etc. The representative of the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment expressed interest in our waste collection and transportation vehicle, and our road sweeping cleaning vehicle. We will visit the UAE to continue the discussing of this potential business opportunity. Through this exhibition, we expect the annual overseas revenue growth rate to exceed 200%”
One local startup said it showcased green innovation achievements through the expo. Jay Hsu, Senior Manager, GreenTech of Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, shared: “The expo attracted Hong Kong investors and property management companies to visit, buyers from the Belt and Road countries and Southeast Asia such as Malaysia, Vietnam, and Singapore are also interested in our solutions. We have generated numerous leads, with six out of 10 exhibiting companies identifying potential buyers, and expect orders to reach approximately HK$15 million.”
A local exhibitor Dunwell Engineering Company Limited has participated for 20 years. The company’s Sustainability Officer, Benson Leung, stated: “In the first two days of the expo, we have already connected with potential buyers from Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, Korea, Saudi Arabia and EU countries. They showed particular interest in a food waste processing system targeting hotels and residential estates, and lithium battery fire extinguishers. Additionally, we secured approximately 10 business matches with ASEAN buyers via the Click2Match platform, with meetings scheduled at the fair. This participation is projected to contribute around 20% of the company’s annual revenue.”
The expo attracted numerous overseas buyers actively sourcing products. A buyer from Hungary, Endre Bali, Business Development Director of Oxyma Systems Kft, shared: “I serve as a business consultant to a hydrogen association in Hungary. At the fair, I connected with an exhibitor from the Chinese Mainland and see a strong potential for establishing a hydrogen storage and production partnership, valued at US$3–5 million.”
Igniting cross-industry business opportunities through three fairs Organised by the HKTDC, the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo formed a world-renowned lighting marketplace, attracting some 3,000 exhibitors collectively, and some 41,000 buyers and more than 10,000 buyers, respectively. Eco Expo Asia, jointly organised by the HKTDC and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd., and co-organised by the Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Government of the HKSAR, drew some 340 exhibitors and over 11,000 buyers.
Under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid mode, exhibitors and buyers can engage in online business negotiations and matching for the three fairs through the Click2Match smart business matching platform until 7 November.
About HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.
About Messe Frankfurt The Messe Frankfurt Group is one of the world’s leading trade fair, congress and event organisers with its own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,160 people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 28 subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2022 were around €454 million. We serve our customers’ business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt’s key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services. Sustainability is a central pillar of our corporate strategy. Here, we strike a healthy balance between ecological and economic interests, social responsibility and diversity.
For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainability. With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60%) and the State of Hesse (40%). For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com
Graid Technology today announced the successful completion of its agreement with Intel Corporation to license the rights to market, sell, and develop Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel® VROC). The successful completion of this transaction marks a significant milestone that accelerates Graid Technology’s progress toward profitable growth and delivering on its vision for the future of enterprise storage.
“This agreement represents an exciting new chapter for Graid Technology and for the global ecosystem that relies on Intel® VROC,” said Leander Yu, CEO of Graid Technology. “Finalizing the deal allows us to ensure long term continuity for existing customers while also accelerating innovation and value creation across the enterprise storage market.”
Since the initial announcement, Graid Technology has engaged in productive discussions with many VROC customers, OEMs, and channel partners who have expressed strong support and enthusiasm for the transition.
“Customer response has been overwhelmingly positive,” added Thomas Paquette, Sr. Vice President and GM, Americas & EMEA at Graid Technology. “Partners and system builders see this transition as a win win; protecting their current investments in Intel® VROC while benefiting from Graid Technology’s focus, agility, and commitment to high performance storage innovation.”
Under the terms of the agreement, Graid Technology has assumed responsibility for Intel® VROC customer support and development pipeline, ensuring uninterrupted service and expanding collaboration opportunities across new storage and data infrastructure markets. At this time, Graid Technology has not established a roadmap for new feature enhancements to Intel® VROC, but the team is actively listening to customer feedback and prioritizing their ongoing needs.
For more information about Intel® VROC and Graid Technology’s enterprise storage solutions, visit https://graidtech.com/vroc.
Media Inquiries: Andrea Eaken Graid Technology Sr. Director of Marketing, Americas & EMEA andrea.eaken@graidtech.com
Contact Information Andrea Eaken Senior Director of Marketing, Americas & EMEA andrea.eaken@graidtech.com 949-742-9928
On 7 November, CNGR Advanced Material Co., Ltd.(CNGR or the Company HKG: 2579), a globally renowned enterprise in new energy materials, officially launched its IPO. The offering is currently underway. If progress proceeds smoothly, the Company will become the second new energy materials enterprise in China to achieve dual listing on the A-share and H-share markets following CATL, highlighting its prominent industry position.
During intraday trading on 7 November, the stock price of CNGR (300919.SZ) surged rapidly, attracting significant investor attention. At the time of publication, the stock price had risen over 5%, reflecting robust market participation.
Achieving Several Breakthroughs with Profound R&D and Innovation Capabilities As a key player in the global new energy materials sector, CNGR has built a comprehensive and diversified product matrix through its vertically integrated business model. Core products encompass nickel-based, cobalt-based, phosphorus-based, sodium-based and other innovative new energy battery materials, along with new energy metal products, fully meeting the diverse needs of downstream industries.
CNGR has always regarded technical R&D as the core driving force of its development. Through years of accumulation, the Company has accumulated extensive technological expertise and industry experience, and established an integrated R&D platform that spans the entire production process and product life cycle from “mineral metallurgy to new energy materials research and mass-production process development, to manufacturing equipment design and optimization, product testing and assessment, and to recycling”, ensuring product quality consistently meets customers’ high standards while effectively controlling costs in the operations, so as to achieve the dual competitive advantages of “high quality” and “high cost-effectiveness”.
Leveraging strong R&D capabilities, CNGR has achieved several industry breakthroughs: pioneered the industry-first ultra-high-nickel pCAM with energy density reaching 230 mAh/g, surpassing traditional ternary batteries by 27.8% to 12.7%, respectively; launched the industry-first 4.55V high voltage cobalt-based pCAM, significantly boosting charging efficiency for LCO batteries in consumer electronics; developed the industry-first low-cost NFPP pCAM for sodium-ion batteries, which serves as a premium alternative to lithium-ion batteries and has been in mass production since 2024, opening a new growth trajectory for the Company.
CNGR’s three industry-first R&D achievements precisely align with the performance upgrade demands of the lithium battery industry while proactively positioning the Company in the sodium-ion battery alternative track. These breakthroughs have not only secured stable core clients and sustained revenue growth but also solidified the Company’s technological influence and industry standing in the global new energy materials sector. With increased R&D investment following its dual A+H share listing, the Company is poised to achieve breakthroughs across multiple frontier sectors, continuously driving industry-wide technological evolution, and unlocking vast market opportunities and growth potential for the Company.
Maintaining Rapid Growth in Performance with Steady Profitability Quality Enhancement Driven by industry growth momentum and intrinsic competitive advantages, CNGR has achieved rapid performance growth. In terms of revenue, from 2022 to 2024, the Company’s revenue increased from RMB30.344 billion to RMB40.223 billion, achieving a CAGR of 15.13% and maintaining a steady growth trend; in the first half of 2025, the revenue reached RMB21.323 billion, nearly 70% of the full-year 2022 revenue, representing a year-on-year increase of 12.42% as compared to RMB18.967 billion in the first half of 2024, demonstrating a steady acceleration in growth momentum and highlighting the continuity and explosive potential of business expansion. This growth is not a short-term pulse but sustainable expansion driven by capacity release, customer acquisition and industry demand, exhibiting strong certainty.
In terms of profitability, the Company’s net profits for 2022-2024 and the first half of 2025 amounted to RMB1.539 billion, RMB2.101 billion, RMB1.788 billion, and RMB0.706 billion respectively, maintaining a relatively high profitability level within the industry. Notably, the net profit recorded a decline in 2024 as compared to 2023, which was primarily due to temporary price competition in the industry and short-term fluctuations in raw material prices, but still exceeded that in 2022, demonstrating strong counter-cyclical resilience.
In terms of profit quality, the Company’s EBITDA margin (non-IFRS measures) for 2022-2024 and the first half of 2025 stood at 8.8%, 11.4%, 10.6% and 10.7%, respectively, maintaining an overall range of 8%-11%, outperforming industry averages and underscoring the Company’s strengths in cost control and product pricing.
In general, as a global leader in new energy materials sector, CNGR possesses a clear growth logic and vast development potential by leveraging its technological R&D strengths, full industrial chain coverage and premium customer resources. This listing in Hong Kong will inject new momentum into its future R&D investments, capacity expansion and global footprint, enabling it to seize more opportunities amid the rapid development of the new energy industry, thereby achieving higher-quality growth with promising future growth potential.
CNGR Advanced Material Co., Ltd. (02579.HK, 300919.SZ) https://cngrgf.com.cn
– Hall of Connected Lighting immerses visitors in new lighting trends
– The 27th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) opened today and will run for four days, and the 10th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will open tomorrow. The twin lighting fairs bring together some 3,000 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions. – The returning Innovative Lighting Design Forum held today features case studies and global market insights. – Renowned lighting designer Tino Kwan will host a masterclass tomorrow (28 October) at HKCEC titled “The Language of Light: From Artistic Design to Everyday Experience.” – Several exhibitors set up immersive experience zones, to enable visitors to explore product trends in human-centric lighting, artificial intelligence, and the silver market.
HONG KONG, Oct 27, 2025 – (ACN Newswire) – The 27th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today and will run for four days until 30 October at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, while the 10th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will take place from 28 to 31 October at AsiaWorld-Expo.
Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC Jenny Koo said: “The development of innovative lighting products is thriving, with significant growth potential. Under the theme “Illuminated Designs for a Smarter Future”, the twin lighting fairs showcase innovative products and smart lighting solutions from some 3,000 exhibitors across 20 countries and regions. The fairs are highly international, in addition to exhibitors from Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and Taiwan, we also welcome exhibitors from Denmark, Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.”
Centred on innovation and smart design, the Hall of Connected Lighting, which was upgraded last year, returns as the event’s focal point. The hall features some 70 leading brands, with an increase in the number of brands, countries and regions represented. In addition to showcasing a wide range of innovative smart lighting products and solutions, the hall also features several specially designed experience zones, showcasing meticulously designed scenarios, cutting-edge applications, and technologies. In the experience zone, visitors will be immersed in a multi-dimensional light installation that fuses art and technology, and experience a hands-on encounter with AI integrated applications in health and wellness, as well as innovative solutions for the silver market. The Hall of Connected Lighting features renowned brands such as Casambi from Finland, Moorgen from Germany, Signify from the Netherlands, and Koizumi from Japan, showcasing award-winning designs, designer collections, and lamps and lighting solutions used in iconic projects around the world. Major industry alliances playing key roles in the fields of smart lighting and the Internet of Things are gathered at the fair, including the DALI Alliance and SILA-EMN Alliance, as well as new participants this year such as the Connectivity Standards Alliance and the Zhaga Consortium, collectively presenting the full spectrum of the smart lighting ecosystem. They bring together member enterprises from around the world, including Elite Intelligence, Broadlink and Inventronics from the Chinese Mainland, LEDiL from Finland, France’s Nicolaudie, and Germany’s CUPOWER to showcase the smart lighting ecosystem.
Another highlight is the Hall of Aurora, which brings together some 540 renowned brands offering high-quality lighting products. They include Prosperity Group and General Lighting from Hong Kong, LEEDARSON, Tospo and Je Woo from the Chinese Mainland, Lival from Finland and Megaman from Germany. Other featured zones include Commercial Lighting, LED Essentials, LED Lighting, Residential Lighting and Testing, Certification & Inspection, providing buyers with one-stop sourcing opportunities.
The Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo showcases a diverse range of outdoor commercial and industrial lighting solutions, enabling the development of smart cities. The Smart Pole and SolutionZone, introduced last year, will return to showcase innovative solutions that aid in enhancing the quality of life and energy efficiency optimisation. E-Lite Semiconductor Inc. showcases its smart light poles, equipped with energy-efficient LED lighting and Environmental Sensing technology. These poles monitor air quality, temperature, humidity, and noise levels, and assist with real-time traffic monitoring when integrated with traffic cameras and sensors. Furthermore, Shenzhen Zhongchuang Lighting Technology presents its patented modular square stadium lights in the Technical &Professional Lighting zone. Engineered for functionality, the product allows for individual module replacement in the event of damage – greatly simplifying installation and maintenance while reducing operational costs. The Horticultural Lighting zone showcases advanced horticultural lighting technologies and multifunctional lamps suitable for outdoor parks and home gardens. The Outdoor and Public Lighting zone continues to showcase lamps designed for outdoor public spaces and advertising.
Twin fairs focus on multiple lighting trends
Immersive smart lighting experience and design master series
Smart homes are becoming increasingly popular. According to Statista, smart lighting is projected to become a massive $44 billion market by 2030, allowing users to adjust brightness, colour and temperature as needed. Exhibitors at this year’s Autumn Lighting Fair have also thoughtfully designed various settings to offer buyers hands-on experiences. For example, Casambi has created the Artisan Café, a boutique coffee space illuminated in collaboration with ERCO, a globally acclaimed architectural and commercial lighting brand. Combining digital lighting systems with on-site ambiance, the café offers attendees a unique and immersive experience to connect and exchange ideas while enjoying their coffee. The lighting is configured to simulate natural light at different times of the day, featuring four distinct scenario demonstrations. TUYA Smart has constructed scenes such as living room and a bedroom to demonstrate how lighting and AI technologies can be integrated into smart lighting solutions. Moorgen also presents several cross-over collections from global design masters, including smart lamps designed in collaboration with two receivers of the DFA World’s Outstanding Chinese Designer Award, Chi-wing Lo and Tino Kwan; acclaimed Hong Kong architect, interior and product designer Steve Leung; Spanish designer Jorge Herrera; and internationally renowned design studio Yabu Pushelberg. Among the innovations on show, the Flower of Paris Motorised Track Light makes its global debut at the Autumn Lighting Fair and features a design collaboration with Ma Yansong – the first architect from the Chinese Mainland to win the right to design an international landmark building. As the result of two years’ development, the track light features a 355-degree rotating head and adjustable beam angles of 10, 15 and 25 degrees, flexibly illuminating every detail. Equipped with an intelligent control system, the track light can be operated remotely with effortless scene switches. Architectural lighting fixtures designed by Tino Kwan also makes a Hong Kong debut.
Lighting and health are interdependent
“Human-centric lighting” will continue to be a key focus in 2025. From lighting solutions that align with circadian rhythms to antibacterial UV-C technology, lighting is becoming a tool for enhancing health. Signify unveils its VitaUp Vitamin D3 Modules by Philips at the fair, offering a safe, controlled source of low-intensity UVB exposure to naturally support healthy vitamin D levels. Designed for long-term and low-intensity use, five-days of exposure delivers the equivalent UVB dose of a 15-minute midday walk two to three times per week in spring or summer. Another highlight is that Jiangsu Insona Communication Technology Co. also brings a smart lighting system that uses a circadian algorithm synchronised with local sunrise and sunset times without requiring network connectivity, thereby supporting the body’s natural biological rhythm. Foshan Electrical and Lighting Co. also sets up an experience zone to launch its Eye-care Ceiling Light, specially designed to meet the needs of the silver market. Tailored for elderly people, the light improves visual clarity by 15%, supports circadian rhythm and boosts lighting efficiency by 12%, reducing eye fatigue.
Award-winning designs and global landmark lighting showcased at the twin fairs
According to a lighting industry survey conducted by the HKTDC in April, 37% of respondents believe LED lighting has the greatest growth potential. A wide array of LED-innovations are on display, including the Filmbase flying screen developed by Filmbase Tech, a national-level high-tech and Specialised, Refined, Distinctive and Innovative enterprise. This ground-breaking product has set a new Guinness World Record as the world’s largest LED mesh mid-air suspended screen. Hong Kong’s GRE Alpha brings LED drivers and light strings that were used in the lighting show and horticultural system at Gardens by the Bay in Singapore. General Lighting Innovation showcases its Neon Strip which is renowned for its exceptional flexibility, impact resistance and all-weather durability. The latest models allow custom cutting and instant connection on site, enabling versatile installation to suit various spatial designs and creative lighting applications. At the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo, AGC Lighting Co showcases several outdoor lighting fixtures that have won the German IF Design Award and the Red Dot Design Concept Award. Among them, the UFO High Bay Light features a unique design, enhanced by precision optics and high-efficiency power components. Its integrated system allows for both power and correlated colour temperature (CCT) adjustments in the one fixture.
Experts discuss market trends
The Innovative Lighting Design Forum held today (27 October) at the HKCEC explored two key themes: “City Design.Design City: Lighting Design Bound Up with Daily Life” and “RCEP Opportunities Shining Through Cultural Lighting Design”. Speakers included representatives from celebrated international and local companies, as well as architects and lighting designers, who shared top design cases from various regions and analysed market trends. Tomorrow (28 October), the Connected Lighting Forum will delve into smart living ecosystems and sustainable lighting development. It will also feature the launch ceremony for “Edge Mixed Networking (EMN) Technical Requirements for Smart Buildings”. On the same afternoon, renowned lighting designer Tino Kwan will host a masterclass titled “The Language of Light: From Artistic Design to Everyday Experience” and share design principles for enhancing daily life through light and the impact of light on mood, functionality and spatial characteristics. Additionally, a seminar titled “Illuminating the Cycle: Outdoor Lighting Designs for a Sustainable Future” will be held tomorrow (28 October) at AsiaWorld-Expo, focusing on how outdoor lighting can integrate sustainability concepts.
Running concurrently from 28 to 31 October, the Outdoor and Tech Light Expo and Eco Expo Asia at AsiaWorld-Expo, alongside the Autumn Lighting Fair at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), present a dynamic platform for cross-sector business opportunities. Free shuttle bus services will be provided between the HKCEC and AsiaWorld-Expo from 28 to 30 October.
Under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, exhibitors and buyers can meet online through the Click2Match business matching platform in addition to attending the physical fair. The online fairs run from 20 October to 7 November, facilitating business expansion both online and offline.
27th HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition)
10th HKTDC Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo
Date
27-30 Oct 2025 (Monday to Thursday)
28-31 Oct 2025 (Tuesday to Friday)
Opening hours
27-29 Oct 2025: 9:30am-7pm 30 Oct 2025: 9:30am-4pm
28 Oct 2025: 10:30am-6pm 29-30 Oct 2025: 10am-6pm 31 Oct 2025: 10am-5pm
The 27th HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) opens today, showcasing a wide variety of smart lighting products and solutions.
The Hall ofConnected Lighting returns, showcasing designs and smart technologies from prominent companies and brands.
Under the theme ‘Illuminated Designs for a Smarter Future’, exhibitors at the twin lighting fairs present multiple experiential zones featuring meticulously designed lighting scenes, cutting-edge applications, and technologies, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in a multi-dimensional light and shadow experience at the intersection of art and technology.
The Hall of Aurora brings together some 540 notable brands offering high-quality lighting products and technologies.
The Innovative Lighting Design Forum took place today and explored two key themes: “City Design.Design City: Lighting Design Bound Up with Daily Life” and “RCEP Opportunities Shining Through Cultural Lighting Design”. Representatives from celebrated international and local companies, as well as architects and lighting designers, shared design works from various regions and analysed market trends.
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The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.
Euro Manganese Inc. (TSXV: EMN) (ASX: EMN) (FSE: E060) (the “Company” or “Euro Manganese“) is pleased to provide an update as it continues to advance its Chvaletice Manganese Project (“Chvaletice“) in the Czech Republic toward commercialization. The update reflects ongoing efforts to align project execution and development priorities with evolving market conditions and learnings from the operation of the Demonstration Plant.
President & CEO, Martina Blahova, commented:
“With our Demonstration Plant having validated the Chvaletice process and product quality, our focus has shifted to translating these learnings into commercial-scale efficiencies. Our focus on recovery and costs aims to achieve meaningful improvements in unit operating costs and capital intensities. We see sustained demand for high-purity manganese across both lithium-ion and sodium-ion chemistries, and Euro Manganese is working to respond to this critical need.”
Global Market Outlook and Company Strategy
Global demand for high-purity manganese continues to strengthen as electric-vehicle (“EV“) and energy storage markets expand and diversify. Manganese-rich cathode chemistries are gaining traction for both lithium-ion and emerging sodium-ion batteries due to their cost, performance and safety advantages. Independent forecasts anticipate significant supply shortfalls post-2027, underscoring the need for secure, low-carbon sources outside of China.1
Euro Manganese’s strategy – to establish a fully traceable European supply of high-purity manganese feedstocks remains well-founded. The Company’s Chvaletice Project offers a unique combination of proven technology, circular production from recycled tailings, and alignment with Europe’s strategic autonomy and energy-transition goals, working towards supplying the EV, energy-storage, defence, and speciality-alloy sectors.
Validation of Metal-Route Optionality
A report prepared by Andrew Zemek at Marketeye, (September 2025)2 and paid for by Euro Manganese confirms that Euro Manganese’s metal-route process is the most flexible way of future-proofing the output of the Chvaletice Commercial Plant in the context of changing demand for the manganese feedstock mix for high-manganese batteries. The process provides strategic optionality to produce high-purity electrolytic manganese metal (“HPEMM“) and/or high-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate (“HPMSM“). This dual-route capability positions the Company to respond dynamically to future shifts in cathode chemistries and customer requirements. HPMSM remains the dominant feedstock for cathode chemistries, however new materials such as manganese oxide (Mn₃O₄) and manganese carbonate (MnCO₃) have emerged. These alternative manganese feedstocks can be produced from HPEMM.
EMN’s Chairman, Rick Anthon, commented:
“Euro Manganese’s strategic advantage lies in its combination of strong project fundamentals, proven flowsheet, and alignment with Europe’s decarbonisation and economic security goals. The optimization program aims to ensure we maintain our competitive edge and build on our first mover advantage in Europe with a goal of reducing costs and maximising value for shareholders, while delivering a sustainable source of high-purity manganese for the battery market and other strategic sectors.”
Optimization and Efficiency Program
Following the successful operation of its Demonstration Plant, Euro Manganese has initiated an optimization program to incorporate operational learnings into design of the Commercial Plant. Key workstreams include exploring:
Improved recoveries and metallurgical balancing;
Optimized equipment-sizing and layout;
Reduced reagent and consumables use; and
Enhanced process control.
The Company has engaged external engineering specialists, including a large engineering firm, to conduct independent reviews and recommend efficiency upgrades. This structured, best-practice approach mirrors successful programs across the battery and mining sectors that have delivered lower capital intensity and stronger commercial and sustainability outcomes for other companies.
Next Steps and Outlook
The outcomes of the optimization program will guide Euro Manganese’s next phase of development, including any potential updates to technical studies.
The Company remains confident that its strategic focus on producing high-purity manganese feedstocks, supported by continued engineering discipline and process improvements, positions it to capitalize on the forecasted supply deficit and growing demand for manganese-rich battery materials. The Chvaletice Project’s fundamentals as a fully traceable, low-carbon, European source of high-purity manganese remains robust.
About Euro Manganese
Euro Manganese Inc. (TSXV: EMN) (ASX: EMN) (FSE: E060) is a battery materials company developing the Chvaletice Manganese Project in the Czech Republic, Europe’s only near-term source of high-purity manganese, a critical ingredient in next-generation electric vehicles, energy storage batteries and defence applications.
The Chvaletice Manganese Project will reprocess historic mine tailings to produce high-purity electrolytic manganese metal (HPEMM), and high-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate (HPMSM), establishing a fully traceable, low-carbon supply chain within the European Union.
With its Demonstration Plant having produced on-spec products and optimization work underway to enhance commercial plant efficiency, Euro Manganese is positioned to become Europe’s first domestic producer of high-purity manganese, meeting the rising demand for sustainable, strategic battery materials while advancing Europe’s clean-energy and supply-chain independence goals.
Euro Manganese is dual listed on the TSX-V and the ASX.
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Neither TSX-V nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX-V) or the ASX accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Certain statements in this news release constitute “forward-looking statements” or “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Such statements and information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company, its Chvaletice Project, or industry results, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements or information. Such statements can be identified by the use of words such as “may”, “would”, “could”, “will”, “intend”, “expect”, “believe”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “scheduled”, “forecast”, “predict” and other similar terminology, or state that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” be taken, occur or be achieved.
Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information or statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results of the Company to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements and, even if such actual results are realized or substantially realized, there can be no assurance that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, the Company.
Forward-looking statements include statements regarding the optimization program and ability to strengthen economics or any other benefits including enhancing efficiency, reducing capital and operating costs, that results of the optimization program will be similar to successful optimization programs done for other companies, statements regarding increasing demand for manganese, the Company’s strategy for its Chvaletice Project, the Company’s ability to supply to EV, energy-storage, defence, and speciality-alloy sectors, and the Company’s ability to navigate current market conditions. All forward-looking statements are made based on the Company’s current beliefs including various assumptions made by the Company, including that the Chvaletice Project will be developed and operate as planned, the optimization program will provide opportunities to increase efficiencies, the Company will have sufficient financing, and that the Company will be able to meet the conditions of its secured financing. Factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from current expectations include, among other things: results from the optimization program that do not lead to efficiencies or reductions in cost; insufficient working capital; inability to meet the conditions of its secured financing, risks due to granting security, lack of availability of financing for developing and advancing the Chvaletice Project; the potential for unknown or unexpected events to cause contractual conditions to not be satisfied; developments in electric vehicle battery markets and chemistries; risks related to fluctuations in currency exchange rates; and regulation and changes in laws by various governmental agencies. For a further discussion of risks relevant to the Company, see “Risk Factors” in the Company’s annual information form for the year ended September 30, 2024, available on the Company’s SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca.
Although the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based upon what management of the Company believes are reasonable assumptions, the Company cannot assure investors that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release and are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Subject to applicable securities laws, the Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise the forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this news release.
– Showcasing global innovation and smart lighting solutions for a brighter future
HONG KONG, Oct 20, 2025 – (ACN Newswire) – Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the highly anticipated lighting industry flagship events — the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo — will open next week. The Autumn Lighting Fair will be staged from 27 to 30 October at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, while the Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will run from 28 to 31 October at AsiaWorld-Expo. Under the theme “Illuminated Designs for a Smarter Future”, the twin lighting shows will bring together leading brands from around the globe to present an extensive array of innovative and intelligent lighting products and solutions.
The two fairs will feature some 3,000 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions, including Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and Taiwan, as well as exhibitors from across the Asia-Pacific such as Australia, Korea, Malaysia and Singapore; from Europe, including Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Türkiye and the United Kingdom; and from North and South America, including Brazil, Canada and the United States. Highlights include a variety of distinctive exhibits, such as lighting products designed to enhance wellness and lifestyle, Japanese luminaire crafted with specialty materials and unique technologies, and energy-efficient outdoor lighting solutions. A highlight zone of the Autumn Lighting Fair, the Hall of Connected Lighting makes a return in 2025, bringing together some 70 leading brands to showcase cutting-edge smart lighting and IoT applications. They include local brand GRE Alpha, Foshan Electrical and Lighting, and TUYA Smart from the Chinese Mainland, as well as international names such as Casambi and LEDiL from Finland, Moorgen from Germany, Koizumi from Japan and Signify from the Netherlands. The zone will showcase a variety of award-winning designs and immersive lighting experiences, allowing industry professionals to gain deeper insights into cutting-edge technologies and their applications. Signify will unveil its latest product series during the fair. Global buyers are welcome to visit the fairs and may register now for a free buyer badge – https://tinyurl.com/4xrh93ek
Highlighted exhibits at the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) include:
Signify (China) Investment Co., Ltd. Product Zone: Hall of Connected Lighting Booth No.: GH-D02VitaUp Vitamin D3 Modules The Philips VitaUp Vitamin D3 Modules offer a safe, controlled source of low-intensity UVB exposure to naturally support healthy vitamin D levels. Designed for long-term use, five-days of exposure delivers the equivalent UVB dose of a 15-minute midday walk two to three times per week in spring or summer, as recommended by global health authorities. The modules are compatible with SNS accessories, allowing seamless integration into existing luminaire systems or can be installed as standalone ceiling units, offering outstanding flexibility and functionality.
LEDiL Oy Product Zone: Hall of Connected Lighting Booth No.: GH-P25CORAL The CORAL series lenses combine standout aesthetics with precision-engineered performance. The oval-shaped 115° + 6° beam is ideal for a wide range of demanding lighting applications, and the 2-component moulded construction ensures both exceptional durability and optical excellence.With superior colour mixing and compatibility with clustered high-power LEDs, CORAL lenses can transform ordinary spaces into vivid and dynamic environments in limitless ways.
Koizumi Sangyo (H.K.) Corporation Limited Product Zone: Hall of Connected Lighting Booth No.: GH-C10Gold/Silver Weaving Pendant Light This pendant light, co-created by Koizumi Lighting and NISHIMURA Shoten in Kyoto, celebrates traditional craftsmanship through use of the distinctive Hikihaku technique. Artisans delicately embed metal foil onto the surface of the lampshade, resulting in a unique interplay of pattern and texture. A wall-mounted version is also available.
Jiangsu Insona Communication Technology Co., Ltd. Product Zone: Hall of Connected Lighting Booth No.: GH-D06Smart Lighting System Using human-centric lighting technology, the system features a circadian algorithm that precisely synchronises with local sunrise and sunset times without requiring network connectivity. By supporting the body’s natural biological rhythm, it promotes wellness and comfort in indoor spaces. This innovation in design has earned it the Magnolia Lighting Award – Gold Award for Technological Innovation, and the system is accredited with WELL Certification and Apple HomeKit smart ecosystem certification.
General Lighting Innovation Limited Product Zone: LED Lighting Booth No.: 5B-E20LED Neon Strip Renowned for its exceptional flexibility, impact resistance and all-weather durability, the Neon Strip – Flexi Cites Series features high-quality silicone materials with a smooth, seamless surface. The latest models allow custom cutting and instant connection on site, enabling versatile installation to suit various spatial designs and creative lighting applications.With an IP67 protection rating, dimming capability and an impressive LED lifespan of up to 50,000 hours, the series delivers energy-efficient performance and durability without compromising aesthetics. Ideal for commercial façades, art installations and outdoor advertising displays, it provides professional users with a perfect balance of functionality, flexibility and visual appeal.
First Bright International Limited Product Zone: Hall of Aurora Booth No.: 1E-D10Edge-Lit Exit Light With over 30 years of industry expertise, Hong Kong-based First Bright International Limited supplies smart, energy-efficient and safety-focused lighting solutions that provide stable support for intelligent buildings and sustainable urban development. First Bright specialises in the design and manufacture of safety lighting products, including exit signs, emergency luminaires, emergency power devices, and intelligent emergency lighting systems compatible with DALI-2 and Zigbee control technologies. All production processes strictly comply with the ISO 9001 Quality Management System and the products are certified to multiple international safety standards, ensuring superior quality and dependable performance.
Shenzhen LED Home Opto-Electronics Co., Ltd Product Zone: Residential Lighting Booth No.: 3C-A01Linear Light APT3055 Developed by Shenzhen LED Home Opto-Electronics, the Linear Light APT3055 features a precision-engineered, seamless design that delivers exceptionally uniform and continuous illumination with a soft and natural lighting effect. Constructed from high-strength die-cast aluminium, it meets IP68 and IK10 protection ratings, and can withstand loads of up to 3,000 kg without damage. The light output remains stable with enduring brightness, meeting CE and RoHS European safety and environmental standards. Ideal for in-ground applications such as interior and exterior pathway lighting, landscape projects, and exhibition spaces, this robust fixture delivers a perfect blend of durability, performance and visual refinement.
Highlighted exhibits at the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo include:
Dongguan Dianming Technology Co., Ltd. Product Zone: Outdoor & Public Lighting Booth No.: 8-F14P7 Stadium Light for Large Sports Venues Specially developed for large-scale sports venues, Dongguan Dianming Technology Co., Ltd.’s P7 Series Stadium Light delivers a luminous efficacy reaching up to 160 lm/W through an optimised optical design. Its anti-spill and anti-glare features minimise light leakage while a range of beam angle options — with the narrowest reaching 10 degrees — ensures flexible adaptation to diverse lighting requirements. Its multi-layer modular structure enhances heat dissipation and overall stability, and the magnesium-aluminium alloy housing significantly reduces weight. Combining high performance, durability and precision engineering, the P7 Series provides a professional-grade solution ideally suited to stadiums and major sports facilities.
Suzhou Tonhi Lighting Technology Co., Ltd. Product Zone: Outdoor & Public Lighting Booth No.: 8-B28Little Eagle Solar Floodlight 500W The Little Eagle Solar Floodlight 500W is designed for residential courtyards, parks, roadways and other outdoor environments. Its high-performance module is built to withstand high-intensity usage and integrates intelligent control technology to deliver safe and consistent performance.With high efficiency, low energy consumption and multiple protection mechanisms, the floodlight ensures reliable operation — making it an ideal solution for both industrial and commercial lighting applications.
In addition, both the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will present a range of internationally award-winning lighting designs and lighting products featured in world-renowned architectural and cultural projects. These include Gardens by the Bay in Singapore, the BBC Headquarters in London, the Sanxingdui Museum in Sichuan province, and the M+ visual art museum in Hong Kong, underscoring Hong Kong’s status as Asia’s premier hub for smart lighting innovation.
This year’s Autumn Lighting Fair continues to feature a diverse line-up of thematic zones and product areas. Among the highlights, the prestigious Hall of Aurora will bring together some 540 renowned brands from across the globe, presenting a curated selection of meticulously designed, creative and high-quality lighting products.
Taking place at AsiaWorld-Expo, the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will focus on outdoor, industrial and public lighting products and technologies, promoting the advancement of smart city development and sustainable lighting solutions. The fair will also feature a series of dedicated zones, including “Outdoor and Public Lighting”, “Smart Pole and Solution”, “Horticultural Lighting” and “Technical & Professional Lighting”, offering a comprehensive view of the latest applications in lighting technology. Among them, the “Smart Pole and Solution” zone will unveil innovative products integrating IoT sensors, data collection, communications and energy management, enabling smarter and more efficient urban lighting infrastructure.
Eco Expo Asia 2025, jointly organised by the HKTDC and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and co-organised by the Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), will be held concurrently from 28 to 31 October at AsiaWorld-Expo. A complimentary shuttle bus service between the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai and AsiaWorld-Expo will operate throughout the exhibition period, ensuring seamless connectivity between the two venues for exhibitors and buyers.
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus.
– AI and robotics take centre stage as industry explores global business opportunities through Hong Kong
– The HKTDC’s two major autumn electronics fairs concluded successfully today, attracting some 60,000 buyers from 142 countries and regions for sourcing and networking
– Onsite surveys revealed that 44% of respondents have ventured into the exploration or integration of Generative AI technology
– Respondents expressed an optimistic growth outlook for the electronics sector in several emerging markets over the next two years, including the Middle East (77%), Korea (70%), India (69%) and ASEAN countries (69%).
HONG KONG, Oct 16, 2025 – (ACN Newswire) – The 45th Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), and the 28th electronicAsia, organised by the HKTDC and MMI Asia Pte Ltd, concluded their physical exhibitions at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) today. The four-day concurrent events attracted some 60,000 industry buyers from 142 countries and regions. The number of buyers from Spain, Japan, Brazil and Australia increased on last year, reflecting the status of the fairs as important sourcing platforms for the industry, helping exhibitors expand their international markets and yielding positive business results.
In last month’s Policy Address, the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region proposed promoting artificial intelligence (AI) as a core industry for the city’s development. Aligning with this direction, this year’s Autumn Electronics Fair focused on three major areas: AI and Robotics Technology, Digital Entertainment, and the Silver Economy. The fair featured multiple themed zones and professional forums, allowing industry players to showcase innovations and exchange ideas on technology applications, and leveraging Hong Kong’s role as an international business platform to help enterprises seize emerging global opportunities.
Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “Amid the recent unstable global trade environment, the HKTDC has been proactively helping companies with business transformation and injecting momentum into new market exploration. As a stage for showcasing the latest electronic products and innovations, the Autumn Electronics Fair and electronicAsia serve as important platforms for exhibitors to connect and explore collaborations. This year’s fairs welcomed leading Chinese Mainland tech companies from various sectors to present the latest AI and robotics technologies. Using Hong Kong as a springboard to ‘go global’, we have been pleased to see both local and mainland enterprises making successful connections with quality international buyers through the two fairs, further reinforcing Hong Kong’s role as a bridge to the global market.”
In late October, the HKTDC will continue to create cross-industry business opportunities by hosting the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo and ECO Expo Asia, Ms Koo added.
Survey reveals 44% of industry insiders are exploring or applying Generative AI
An independent survey agency commissioned by the HKTDC interviewed 1,092 buyers and exhibitors at the Electronics Fair and asked for their views on growth prospects for the industry. 51% of respondents said they expect overall sales to increase in the next 12 to 24 months.
Respondents rated the Middle East (77%), Korea (70%), India (69%) and ASEAN countries (69%) as having very promising or promising growth prospects for products in their target markets in the next two years, while 44% of those surveyed said they have ventured into the exploration or integration of Generative AI technology, with the areas of product design and development (60%), customer service and support (40%) and marketing and advertising (35%) being the most common.
New product launches at Electronics Fair – a starting point for “going global”
This year’s Autumn Electronics Fair and electronicAsia attracted more than 3,200 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions around the world. The HKTDC organised 120 buyer delegations from 61 countries and regions to attend the fairs – including renowned global corporations such as Mondial from Brazil, Reichelt Elektronik GmbH from Germany, and Dewalt Mobile Solutions from the United States – highlighting Hong Kong’s strong appeal as an international convention and exhibition hub.
Staying true to its theme, “World’s Leading Electronics Marketplace”, the fair provided a platform for global exhibitors to showcase their latest electronic products, innovation concepts and applications. These included robotics products from leading mainland tech enterprises such as Deep Robotics and BrainCo from “Hangzhou’s Six Little Dragons” in addition to DIGIT, PaXini and LimX from “Shenzhen’s Eight Great Guardians of Embodied Intelligence”.
Robotics technologies were demonstrated across various scenarios. For example, exhibitor Ascentiz launched its world’s first modular exoskeleton at the fair that has been designed to enhance mobility for the elderly and people with physical impairments, contributing to the silver economy. The fair also introduced a new RoboPark activity zone, hosting over 30 live robot demonstrations and featuring presentations from renowned robotics companies such as Unitree Robotics and Booster Robotics.
Several local start-ups and technology companies have stated that they successfully showcased their innovative achievements, launched new products, and connected with potential investors and overseas buyers at the fair.
SOTA Robotics, launched and demonstrated its humanoid performing robot CURI Gen2 at RoboPark. Jacky Fan, Robotics Engineer at the startup said: “The newly established RoboPark provided a stage to demonstrate our capabilities to the industry. We successfully established direct contact with potential investors from several countries and regions such as the United Kingdom, Pakistan and the Chinese Mainland.”
Well-known enterprises from the Chinese Mainland used the fairs as a platform to develop global business opportunities. Xiangru Nie, Co-founder of PaXini Technology, one of the “Shenzhen’s Eight Great Guardians of Embodied Intelligence” said: “Through the fair we have seen greater possibilities in technological globalisation. We are leveraging Hong Kong’s international network to accelerate the implementation of our technologies in areas such as high-end manufacturing in Europe and the United States, and smart services in Southeast Asia.” He added that through the fair, the company had not only secured procurement intentions with robotics companies from Southeast Asian countries such as Singapore and the Philippines but also attracted significant attention from high-end manufacturing sectors in Europe and the United States, including Germany and the United Kingdom. He said this engagement with dozens of high-quality potential clients had led to the total value of intended orders expected to exceed tens of millions of renminbi – far ahead of his initial expectations.
Elijah Yu, International Sales Manager of Shanghai Hi-dolphin Robot Technology Co., Ltd, mentioned that the fairs played a crucial role as a springboard for mainland companies to reach overseas customers: “We met a client from Turkey at the fair who placed an
