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InnoEX, Spring Electronics Fair boost tech hub status

Two spring tech fairs attract some 88,000 global buyers, showcasing Hong Kong?s potential to become an international innovation and technology centre

2nd InnoEX, 20th HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) drew some 88,000 buyers from 139 countries and regions
Apart from local visitors, the fairs welcomed buyers mainly from Mainland China, India, Japan, Korea and the United States
31% of the local exhibitor respondents consider AI as the strongest I&T field in Hong Kong, followed by Fintech (27%)
Product categories with strong growth potential seen as smart home or smart living products and solutions (23%), electronic or electrical accessories (20%) and home appliances (16%)

The second edition of InnoEX, co-organised by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the Hong Kong SAR Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), along with the 20th HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition), concluded today following four resoundingly successful days. This year’s fairs attracted some 88,000 buyers from 139 countries and regions, mainly from mainland China, India, Japan, Korea and the United States, highlighting Hong Kong’s advantages in its pursuit to become an international innovation and technology (I&T) centre.

Sophia Chong, HKTDC Deputy Executive Director, said: “InnoEX and the Electronics Fair, as signature events of the Business of Innovation and Technology Week (BITWeek), along with a series of fascinating events, synergistically fostered international technological innovation in Hong Kong, propelling the region towards unparalleled economic and social development. The findings of the survey conducted during the events underscore the prevailing optimism among exhibitors and buyers regarding promising business prospects. Capitalising on Hong Kong’s esteemed position as an international trade centre, the HKTDC is committed to supporting companies in expanding their market reach for innovative products, fortifying the I&T ecosystem, and augmenting local I&T capabilities.”

At InnoEX the Smart Hong Kong Pavilion set up by the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) showcased over 100 technology solutions closely related to people’s daily lives through interactive experience and live demonstrations. The Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) also presented remarkable AI and robotics technology achievements by 16 research centres under InnoHK. Numerous Hong Kong pavilions and tech companies introduced innovative projects that received positive feedback from industry professionals. The exhibition also featured 20 pavilions from 16 provinces and cities in Mainland China, along with the So French So Innovative pavilion and the India and Canada pavilions, showcasing cutting-edge technologies such as aerospace and satellite technology, chips, data analysis, AI and robotics that can be adopted across various industries. The pavilions attracted many buyers interested in further understanding products and solutions, and engaging in business negotiations.

PTF AreaTech Company Ltd, a Hong Kong start-up exhibiting at InnoEX, is working with a state-owned enterprise to promote application of BeiDou satellite technology in Hong Kong and ASEAN countries. Jonathan Maang, Chief Technology Officer of the company, said: “On the first day of the exhibition, we were visited by representatives from several Hong Kong government departments who provided valuable advice to help us optimise our technological solutions. In just a day and a half we received nearly 120 guests, including potential buyers from Japan and ASEAN. The exhibition has opened the international market for us and presented us with numerous business opportunities. We look forward to showcasing even more of our application solutions at next year’s exhibition.”

InnoEX attracted many heavyweight buyers. Don Tsang, Senior Business Director, Digital Technology Business, Ant Group, said: “The scale and international scope of InnoEX is truly impressive. The exhibition enables us to connect with exhibitors hailing from Southeast Asia, Europe and the United States. The innovations showcased have the potential for wide-ranging applications across diverse industries. What particularly captured my attention were the exhibitors from Shenzhen. Their products have already reached a high level of maturity and have successfully attained dominant market leadership. I look forward to attending InnoEX again next year!”

Hong Kong exhibitor Greentek participated in the Spring Electronics Fair for the 20th year. Ken Cheung, Regional Sales Manager of the company, stated: “Around 50 buyers, mainly from Europe and the US, showed interest in our products including TV components and smart storage boxes, and we have already received on-site orders totalling approximately US$200,000. We will definitely participate at the fair again next year.” Additionally, Korean juicer company Hurom also leveraged the fair to connect with buyers from emerging markets such as India, Malaysia, Russia and Turkey with the hope of expanding into more new markets.

Nico Broder, CEO of Spanish company Atlantis Internacional SL, was sourcing smartwatches, smartphones and mobile accessories at the Spring Electronics Fair. He said: “We are expanding our product range, and have already found new suppliers at the exhibition. We expect to purchase products valued between US$2 million and US$4 million.”

ASEAN Roundtable fosters cooperation; Nobel laureates share insights
Highlighted InnoEX events included the ASEAN Roundtable, which brought together officials from ASEAN countries, Mainland China and representatives from research institutions who discussed smart-city strategies and needs. The discussions covered topics such as promoting digitalisation, enhancing citizens’ digital skills, supporting start-up development, practicing sustainable development and a people-centric approach, and strengthening internet coverage and security. Exhibitors also introduced I&T solutions. Representatives from ASEAN, Mainland China and Hong Kong SAR Government officials had in-depth exchanges at the meetings and appreciated the discussions, believing they contributed to promoting government-to-government (G2G) and government-to-business (G2B) cooperation.

Dr Alias Bin Rameli, Director General of Town and Country Planning, Ministry of Local Government Development, Malaysia, attended the Roundtable discussion and led a delegation of representatives from Malaysia’s 16 states and federal territories to visit InnoEX. He stated: “We came across many products and technologies with great potential, such as solutions for water management and wastewater treatment. Malaysia’s smart city development initiative holds the potential to unlock over a thousand business collaboration opportunities. We leveraged this exhibition to establish valuable partnerships and explore deeper avenues for cooperation. We will continue to seek suitable technological solutions to advance our development goals.”

The Hong Kong Alumni Association of Beijing Universities set up a pavilion and organised the inaugural Hong Kong World Youth Science Conference during InnoEX, inviting Nobel laureates, Turing Award winners, I&T professionals and renowned scientists to share insights. The conference attracted enthusiastic participation and engagement from professionals across various sectors.

Recognising the crucial role of young talent in promoting I&T ecosystem development, this year’s InnoEX and Spring Electronics Fair introduced Exhibitors Meet Talents. This initiative, aimed at helping exhibitors attract talent, drew job seekers to explore employment opportunities and engage in discussions with prospective employers.

AI considered most promising field in local I&T industry
Independent surveys commissioned by the HKTDC at the fairs, with over 340 respondents from InnoEX and 670 from the Electronics Fair, made several key findings:

InnoEX

31% of the local exhibitor respondents identified AI as the strongest and most advantageous I&T area in Hong Kong, followed by Fintech (27%).
37% of respondents believed the market growth potential of I&T is the greatest in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area cities in Mainland China, followed by other mainland cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Chengdu (36%), ASEAN countries (27%) and Hong Kong (26%).
Local exhibitor respondents believed Hong Kong start-ups have the greatest advantage and potential in the field of AI research (24%), followed by information and communications technology (21%).

Spring Electronics Fair

Exhibitors were optimistic with 64% of respondents anticipating an increase in overall sales in the next one to two years.
Participants identified smart home and smart living products and solutions (23%), electronic and electrical accessories (20%) and home appliances (16%) as the electronics product categories with the highest growth potential in major markets this year.
Respondents believe that in the next two years, potential is highest for extended reality (XR) in audiovisual entertainment uses, as well as mobile and online games (both at 26%).

The exhibitions adopt the HKTDC’s EXHIBITION+ model, merging online and offline elements. Exhibitors and buyers can continue to network through the Click2Match smart business-matching platform until 23 April (Tuesday).

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Websites
InnoEX: innoex.hktdc.com/en
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition): hkelectronicsfairse.hktdc.com/en

Media enquiries
Yuan Tung Financial Relations:

Anson Wong	Tel: (852) 3428 3413	Email: awong@yuantung.com.hk
Salina Cheng	Tel: (852) 3428 2362	Email: salcheng@yuantung.com.hk
Hing-fung Wong	Tel: (852) 3428 3122	Email: hfwong@yuantung.com.hk

HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:

Clayton Lauw	Tel: (852) 2584 4472	Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org
Phyllis Tsang	Tel: (852) 2584 4288	Email: phyllis.km.tsang@hktdc.org

HKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com

To view press releases in Chinese, please visit http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc

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 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, 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. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn

InnoEX promotes Hong Kong as international I&T hub

The second edition of InnoEX, themed Innovations for a Smarter World, begins today and runs until Tuesday
The concurrent 20th HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) features innovative electronic products and technological solutions from world-renowned brands and technology companies
The Hong Kong Alumni Association of Beijing Universities is organising the inaugural Hong Kong World Youth Science Conference during InnoEX, bringing together renowned Nobel Prize and Turing Award winners as well as top I&T experts to discuss important technological development issues
The ASEAN Roundtable gathered government representatives from ASEAN countries, officials from Mainland China and exhibitors from various regions to promote G2G and G2B collaboration
The HKTDC collaborates with recruitment platform Jobsdb, the Hong Kong Top Talent Services Association and Cyberport to organise talent-matching activities, providing a solid talent pool for I&T development

The second edition of InnoEX, co-organised by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opens today. Themed Innovations for A Smarter World, this year’s exhibition, together with HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition), will be held for four consecutive days at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Leveraging Hong Kong’s international platform, the leading tech fairs showcase new-generation smart solutions and technological products brought by innovation and technology (I&T) experts, entrepreneurs and start-up companies from around the globe. Forums, seminars, business matching and networking activities deepen Hong Kong’s I&T development and promote cross-disciplinary cooperation, accelerating the city’s progress towards becoming an international I&T hub and boosting new productive forces to drive the country’s growth.

Sophia Chong, the Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “This year’s InnoEX, in conjunction with the Electronics Fair, brings together some 3,000 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions, showcasing groundbreaking I&T achievements and fully highlighting Hong Kong’s advantages as an emerging international I&T hub. The HKTDC continually leverages Hong Kong’s globally renowned business platform to promote the development of the I&T product market and enhance Hong Kong’s I&T ecosystem. Moreover, as talent plays a vital role in I&T development, in order to enrich the I&T talent pool in Hong Kong, the HKTDC is organising talent-matching activities and sharing sessions to assist exhibitors in recruiting professionals and enhancing competitiveness, thereby creating a strong momentum for the local I&T industry.”

InnoEX features the inaugural Hong Kong World Youth Science Conference organised by the Hong Kong Alumni Association of Beijing Universities, where John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR, and Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong SAR, addressed its opening ceremony along with the 2024 Hong Kong Nobel Forum. In addition, the four-day conference features a stellar lineup of speakers including Nobel Prize and Turing Award laureates, top innovative technology experts, and renowned scientists. Together, they explore important topics in areas such as big data, AI, quantum computing, biotechnology and new materials, helping industries seize opportunities brought about by the new industrial revolution.

Professor Sun attended the InnoEX welcome dinner last night, joined by over 180 exhibitors, buyers and industry representatives. Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR, and Prof Sun also visited the tech fair today to learn about exhibitors’ innovative achievements and support industry innovation.

Government leads digital transformation, Smart Hong Kong Pavilion presents I&T solutions

The Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Development Blueprint proposes ways to accelerate smart-city development and improve quality of life. The Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) staged the “Smart Hong Kong Pavilion” at the InnoEX. Through interactive experiences and live demonstrations, the Pavilion shows the fruitful achievements in advancing the development of innovation and technology and smart city in Hong Kong, brought about by the concerted efforts of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and various sectors.

The Pavilion, focusing on artificial intelligence applications, will feature six smart areas namely, “Smart Living”, “Smart Mobility”, “Smart Environment”, “Smart People”, “Smart Government” and “Smart Economy”, and will showcase innovative solutions adopted by more than 20 government bureauax and departments and a series of winning entries from local innovators and students. Highlights include the award-winning proof-of-concept solution “AI Environmental Air Nuisance Investigation Robot Dog” in the “Innovative Application with AI” Innovation Competition that can track the source of air pollution autonomously, the “Smart K9 Management System” of the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department that utilises Internet of Things to monitor the real-time canine health data, and the “Digital Herbarium for Chinese Medicines” developed by the Department of Health that is the first in the world using photogrammetry to produce three dimensional (3D) images on traceable CMM specimens.

InnoHK to showcase I&T achievements along with renowned French tech companies

The HKSAR Government’s Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) once again participates in InnoEX to showcase remarkable I&T advancements achieved by 16 research centres under InnoHK, a platform that fosters collaboration among esteemed researchers from local, mainland and overseas communities. Additionally, the Hong Kong SAR Government’s five research and development (R&D) centres introduce groundbreaking innovations. Other participants include Cyberport, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), the B4B Challenge, the Smart City Consortium and eight local universities. The Chinese University of Hong Kong showcases the E-Coating made from recycled glass, which reduces building temperatures. E-Coating won a Silver Medal at the International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva 2023. Furthermore, the Automotive Platforms and Application Systems R&D Centre presents the Hydrogen Fuel Cell EV Charger, which uses hydrogen to generate power to rapidly charge electric vehicles without emitting pollutants or greenhouse gases.

This year’s InnoEX has expanded its international reach, attracting exhibitors from 13 countries and regions, including pavilions from India and Canada. The So French So Innovative pavilion has brought a number of renowned innovative companies from France. Mainland China is also well-represented with 20 pavilions from 16 provinces and cities participating in the event. The Zhongguancun pavilion from Beijing, which achieved fruitful results last year, is leading even more enterprises this year, including listed companies, unicorns and new, distinctive, specialised and sophisticated enterprises from across the country. They showcase cutting-edge technological solutions in various fields such as commercial aerospace, satellite technology, AI and microchips. The Guangdong pavilion also debuts at InnoEX, bringing together 30 companies from Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area cities. These companies are presenting reindustrialisation and smart-city development technologies, aiming to promote I&T cooperation between Hong Kong and GBA cities.

Comprehensive platform to analyse I&T trends and promote exchange

Forums, seminars, business matching and networking sessions at InnoEX include today’s ASEAN Roundtable, which brings together government representatives from ASEAN countries such as Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand. Officials from Mainland China and the Hong Kong SAR Government are also attending to share experiences and discuss smart-city development needs, promoting government-to-government (G2G) and government-to-business (G2B) cooperation.

Other highlighted activities during InnoEX include a seminar, co-organised by the OGCIO and Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Informatization, which focuses on how Hong Kong and Shanghai can collaborate in establishing a data ecosystem. Additionally, the So French So Innovative pavilion will hold a seminar on 15 April to explore four major topics namely industrial development, smart mobility, green technology and architectural technology, revealing how innovative technologies from France can drive sustainable development worldwide.

Tech Trends Symposium to focus on hot topics such as spatial computing and AI

The HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) enters its 20th edition this year. Themed World’s Leading Electronics Marketplace, the exhibition features three special theme zones – Hall of Fame, Startup Zone and Tech Hall, showcasing innovative electronic products and technological solutions from renowned international brands and I&T companies. The New Energy Storage Zone debuts to feature products that provide power for outdoor activities and electric vehicles. EV industry leader Tesla showcases their latest electric vehicles at the event. A Digital Entertainment Experiential Zone offers visitors gaming and interactive experiences from game developers and creative enterprises specialising in extended reality and AI.

The Tech Trends Symposium on 15 April will discuss The Future of Spatial Computing & Generative AI. Industry experts will analyse the latest developments in related technologies and equipment, as well as real-life application cases.

The HKTDC launches Exhibitors Meet Talents at InnoEX and Electronics Fair this year in collaboration with recruitment platform Jobsdb, Hong Kong Top Talent Services Association, and Cyberport. Job seekers can attend the event tomorrow (14 April) and engage with actively recruiting exhibitors to apply for desired positions. The events also include various sharing sessions to provide insights for those interested in joining Hong Kong’s I&T sector.

The two technology exhibitions continue to adopt the HKTDC’s EXHIBITION+ model, merging online and offline elements. Exhibitors and buyers can continue to use the Click2Match smart business-matching platform for up to seven days after the exhibition. The event also introduces the Scan2Match service, allowing buyers to continue online discussions with exhibitors by scanning QR codes at the physical fairs using the HKTDC Marketplace App.

BITWeek brings exciting I&T events

The Business of Innovation and Technology Week (BITWeek), driven by the HKSAR Government’s Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau and the HKTDC, includes InnoEX, the Digital Economy Summit co-organised by the HKSAR Government’s Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau and Cyberport, and the HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition). Other events during BITWeek include HKSTP’s Elevator Pitch Competition, HKTDC Smart Lighting Expo, the Hong Kong Web3 Festival and Hong Kong World Youth Science Conference.

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Websites
InnoEX: innoex.hktdc.com/en
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition): hkelectronicsfairse.hktdc.com/en

Media enquiries

Yuan Tung Financial Relations:

Anson Wong	Tel: (852) 3428 3413	Email: awong@yuantung.com.hk
Salina Cheng	Tel: (852) 3428 2362	Email: salcheng@yuantung.com.hk
Hing-fung Wong	Tel: (852) 3428 3122	Email: hfwong@yuantung.com.hk

HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:

Clayton Lauw	Tel: (852) 2584 4472	Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org
Phyllis Tsang	Tel: (852) 2584 4288	Email: phyllis.km.tsang@hktdc.org

HKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com

To view press releases in Chinese, please visit http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/tc

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 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, 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. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn

Inaugural HKTDC Smart Lighting Expo, Spring Lighting Fair receive enthusiastic response

The industry is optimistic about the market this year

The inaugural Smart Lighting Expo and 15th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) concluded successfully today, attracting some 16,000 buyers from 107 countries and regions
Apart from local visitors, the fairs welcomed buyers from mainly Mainland China, Australia, India, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Russia and the United States, underscoring the shows’ internationality
An on-site survey showed that 63% of industry players anticipated sales rising in the next 12 to 24 months
InnoEX and Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) will follow and open on Saturday at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the inaugural Smart Lighting Expo and 15th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) (Spring Lighting Fair) concluded successfully today. The twin lighting fairs welcomed some 16,000 buyers from 107 countries and regions, making a strong start to the HKTDC technology fairs in April.

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “As one of the partner events of the Business of Innovation & Technology Week (BITWeek), the inaugural Smart Lighting Expo and the 15th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) attracted not only buyers in Hong Kong but those from Mainland China, Australia, India, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Russia and the United States, a testimony to the fairs’ internationality. The two lighting fairs brought enormous business opportunities to those in the industry and served as an ideal platform for exchanging ideas on the latest market development and trends.

“An exciting line-up of mega events will captivate visitors one after another, with the HKTDC launching the four-day InnoEX and Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) this Saturday (13 April) following the successful conclusion of the lighting fairs. We will also organise a series of lifestyle fairs later this month, including Fashion InStyle, Home InStyle, Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair, Hong Kong International Printing & Packaging Fair, the brand-new Deluxe Printpack Hong Kong and Hong Kong International Licensing Show, poised to foster economic development in Hong Kong across different industries.”

Smart lighting products unlock unlimited potential
An on-site survey of 507 exhibitors and buyers found 63% anticipated higher sales in the next 12 to 24 months while 35% expected stable sales, a testimony to optimism in the lighting market. Other key findings are as follows:

Market outlook and product trends:

Respondents considered the North America (62%), Mainland China (59.7%), ASEAN countries (59.6%) and Northern & Western Europe (55%) to be promising lighting markets over the next two years in terms of growth.
For the industry overall, household lighting systems that are compatible with or can be controlled by smart phone/tablet applications (40%), smart lighting systems primarily geared for energy-saving for household/industrial/commercial purposes (38%) and household lighting systems that are connected to or compatible with the Internet (27%) were considered to have the greatest market potential.
Respondents named home automation and smart lighting control systems (46%), energy-efficient lighting control solutions (37%) and outdoor smart security lighting systems (22%) as having the biggest potential for smart lighting.
Respondents revealed that consumers would be willing to pay an average premium of 24% for smart-lighting products.

Participants applaud robust trading opportunities
Organised under the theme Bright Lighting • Smart Living, the lighting fairs attracted over 1,300 exhibitors and featured a diverse array of innovative lighting products and technologies ranging from sustainable and human-centric lighting to fashionable lighting products.

Among zones, the Smart Ecosystem and IoT Supply Chain Area in the Smart Lighting Expo and the Hall of Aurora in the Spring Lighting Fair captured the attention of many buyers.

Trading at the twin shows was promising. Mars Lee, CEO of Zhongshan OBALS Lighting Electric Co., Ltd., said: “The debut Smart Lighting Expo is a good platform to promote our customised smart lighting products and apps targeting high spending markets in Australia and Europe. We are so happy that on the first day of the fair, multiple buyers from Australia and Europe have placed orders for our smart lighting control systems, track lights, downlights and linear lights worth RMB3.8 million [US$525,000] in total. We are very satisfied with the results and have already signed up for next year’s Smart Lighting Expo.”

Orachat Leingpeboon, Vice President Smart City Promotion, Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA) from Thailand, visited the Smart Lighting Expo and said: “I am here to see the latest smart lighting solutions, energy-saving and eco-friendly products for smart city development projects in Thailand. I’ll provide my suggestions to related government departments and bridge the supply and demand sides. At the Expo, I have seen new and interesting technologies such as solar wrap poles, smart home solutions and horticultural lighting. I’ll share these new technology updates with related government departments and the public in a webinar in Thailand. I’ll recommend the twin fairs to the Department of Alternative Energy Development & Efficiency and the Illuminating Engineering Association of Thailand too.”

At the Spring Lighting Fair, a loyal exhibitor from Hong Kong, Walter Zeng, Product Manager of KTE Electrical Ltd., said: “On the first fair day, we have talked to more than 200 overseas buyers mainly from Europe. The HKTDC’s Click2Match platform also provides extra opportunities for us to find new buyers and we have already set up at least three online meetings. We estimate that our sales turnover generated by this fair will surge by 50-80%.”

Firat Kendal Aksoy, General Manager of Kendal Elektrik from Turkiye, said: “We visit the Spring Lighting Fair regularly to source new products and close deals with existing suppliers. This year, I have found three potential suppliers of magnetic track lights, solar lights, desk lamps, new designs for cabinet lights and spotlights. I have already finalised my orders with two suppliers for a total of US$1.5 million worth of LED bulbs, floodlights and ceiling lights. I am going to close another eight to nine deals during the fair period. The Scan2Match function allows me to bookmark favourite suppliers in the HKTDC Marketplace App and know more about their new products.”

Under the hybrid EXHIBITION+ model, the twin lighting fairs combined in-person sourcing with online meetings via the HKTDC’s Click2Match smart business-matching platform and hktdc.com sourcing platform. Click2Match will be available until 16 April to facilitate discussions between exhibitors and buyers around the world.

InnoEX and Spring Electronics Fair to launch this weekend
The second edition of InnoEX, co-organised by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and HKTDC, will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 13 April. The four-day exhibition, themed Innovations for A Smarter World, will gather global next-generation smart solutions and disruptive innovative technologies to promote innovation and foster cross-disciplinary cooperation, showcasing Hong Kong’s strengths as an international innovation and technology (I&T) hub. To be staged concurrently, the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) will showcase the latest electronic products and cutting-edge I&T solutions of renowned brands and I&T companies across the globe.

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Fair websites
Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition): hklightingfairse.hktdc.com
Smart Lighting Expo: smartlightingexpo.hktdc.com
InnoEx: innoex.hktdc.com
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition): hkelectronicsfairse.hktdc.com
HKTDC Media Centre: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/en

Media enquiries
The HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:

Jane Cheung

Tel: (852) 2584 4137

Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.org

The HKTDC’s Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/en

HKTDC Smart Lighting Expo debuts today alongside Spring Lighting Fair

Over 1,300 exhibitors showcase diverse trends at twin illumination events

The inaugural Smart Lighting Expo and 15th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) opened today and will run for four days until 9 April under the theme Bright Lighting • Smart Living, bringing together over 1,300 exhibitors
Smart Lighting Expo features pavilions from Foshan city, Zhongshan city and Jiangmen city’s Jianghai district, strongholds of the lighting industry in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, while Spring Lighting Fair presents pavilions from Jiangsu province and Xiamen city
The Smart Lighting Solution Forum tomorrow will focus on the application of Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things and Smart Home technologies in lighting

The inaugural Smart Lighting Expo and 15th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today and continue until 9 April at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, raising the curtain on the HKTDC’s spring technology fairs.

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “As one of the partner events of the Business of Innovation & Technology Week (BITWeek), the inaugural Smart Lighting Expo and the 15th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) are organised under the theme Bright Lighting • Smart Living, drawing over 1,300 exhibitors. The twin fairs showcase a diverse array of innovative lighting products and technologies ranging from sustainable lighting and human-centric lighting to fashionable lighting products, serving as ideal platforms for buyers to meet the ever-changing needs in the market.”

Smart products lead lighting market growth

Statista projects that the global smart lighting market will surge to US$25.3 billion this year, a significant increase from US$8.1 billion in 2020. In line with the trend, an HKTDC survey of exhibitors and buyers at the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo last year found that 41% of respondents expected sales to increase in the lighting market this year, while 30% identified smart lighting and solutions as the major growth driver for the industry.

The HKTDC elevated the highly acclaimed Connected and Smart Lighting zone in the Spring Lighting Fair to a full-fledged Smart Lighting Expo this year, empowering businesses to fully capitalise on growing opportunities across the smart lighting supply chain. This inaugural expo showcases products and solutions ranging from connected lighting technologies such as chips, sensors, LED drivers and IoT lighting platforms, to smart lighting products and solutions like smart control systems and dimmers, smart luminaires, lighting applications and systems.

In collaboration with Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association, the Smart Ecosystem and IoT Supply Chain Area showcases the latest lighting solutions of key smart lighting industry players, including Midea, Sunricher, Merrytek, Yunfan Ruida DALI Alliance and many more. The expo also features renowned brands including Helvar, Valta, SkyLighting and Up-Shine Lighting.

Smart Lighting Expo features pavilions from important lighting industry centres in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, including Foshan city, Zhongshan city and Jiangmen city’s Jianghai district. The concurrent Spring Lighting Fair continues to serve as a one-stop trading platform for a wide variety of lighting products. With pavilions from Jiangsu province and Xiamen city, the fair also features Hall of Aurora showcasing premium lighting products from over 260 renowned brands. Other product zones include Commercial Lighting, Decorative Lighting, Residential Lighting, Technical Lighting and Lighting Accessories.

Twin lighting fairs showcase diverse industry trends

Connected and customised smart lighting products and solutions create the ideal smart-home:

Widespread IoT uptake has lifted demand for smart lighting systems, as well as smart lighting products and solutions that allow interconnectivity and can be customised to fit different environments. Midea Intelligent Lighting & Controls Technology Co Ltd (Booth no.: 1A-C02) helps clients create perfect homes with its Zigbee Central Control Screen and Gateway, which runs as many as 128 devices including lamps, electrical appliances and doorbells.

Human-centric lighting technology drives smart healthcare

Smart healthcare has burgeoned in recent years as the public shows increasing interest in and acceptance of related technologies. Yunfan Ruida Technology (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd (Booth no.: 1A-C18) presents its mmWave radar solution that helps nursing homes and medical institutions monitor sleeping and breathing patterns and send out warnings when people fall. With high-precision human presence and motion detection functions, the solution ensures residents in care homes receive medical attention promptly in an emergency.

Energy-efficient, durable lighting products shape sustainable lifestyle

As environmental protection and sustainable development take centre stage, energy-efficient and durable lighting products are top choices for consumers. Solar Nation Powertech Enterprises Company Limited (Booth no.: 1E-B16) offers sustainable products including solar motion sensor wall lights, security lights and string lights. Equipped with lithium rechargeable batteries, the products run in different modes depending on user needs, such as switching on automatically when motion is detected at night and off when people leave the scene or stay on at dusk for eight hours before turning off per pre-set instructions.

Creative, trendy luminaires bring out unique vibes

While pursuing green lifestyles, consumers are also seeking products that cater to individuality and style. Hongkong Sushunda SCM Co Limited (Booth no.: 3C-B12) introduces the distinctive 48V Low-Voltage Magnetic Lamp – No Main Light Series, which presents the “no main light design” with a wireless switch controlling a combination of lamps. This magnetic series includes floodlights, grille lights, pendant lights, spotlights and different types of lamps. The magnetic design allows them to be flexibly installed in different venues and environments. The low-voltage requirement also makes the product extra safe.

Experts share insights on hottest trends

The fairs feature forums where industry players share insights on lighting industry trends. These forums provide a valuable platform for knowledge exchange and networking among industry professionals.

Asian Lighting Forum, co-organised with Hong Kong Electronics & Technologies Association (HKETA) and Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC), took place today. Renowned speakers from Syndicat du Luminaire in France, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Lutron Electronics and LANZ Manufaktur shared insights on the impact and application of human-centric lighting while award-winning lighting and green designers from HKGBC, Cundall, Baseline Lighting Design Studio and Accord Lighting Solution discussed remarkable cases across industries to illustrate sustainable lighting design market trends.

Smart Lighting Solution Forum, co-organised with Asia-Pacific AI Business Alliance (AIBA) and Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association (SILA) will be held tomorrow. Industry leaders including representatives from Tuya Smart, Amazon Global Selling, Bluetooth SIG, and more will discuss AI, IoT and Smart Home in smart lighting products, and prospects for such technologies and their supply chains.

Both fairs adopt the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model. Exhibitors and buyers can participate not just at the physical fairs, but also meet online through the Click2Match smart business matching platform until 16 April. Buyers can also scan the dedicated QR codes of exhibitors by using the Scan2Match function in the HKTDC Marketplace App. This lets them bookmark their favourite exhibitors, browse product information and efloor plan, make product inquires as well as engage with exhibitors even after fair to extend their sourcing journey.

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Fair information

Date	Opening hours
6-8 April 2024 (Saturday to Monday)	9:30am – 6:30pm
9 April 2024 (Tuesday)	9:30am – 5pm
Venue
Hall 1A-E and 3B-E, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai
Press registration counter and media centre
For registration, could members of the press please present their name cards and press passes at the counter located at the concourse of Hall 1D, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, or visit the HKTDC media centre (G/F of Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre near the Expo Drive entrance)

Fair websites
Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition): hklightingfairse.hktdc.com
Smart Lighting Expo: smartlightingexpo.hktdc.com
Activity schedule: https://www.hktdc.com/event/smartlightingexpo/en/programme
HKTDC Media Centre: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/en

Media enquiries

The HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:

Jane Cheung

Tel: (852) 2584 4137

Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.org

The HKTDC’s Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/en

About HKTDC

InnoEX returns with twofold increase in the number of exhibiting countries and regions

Inaugural Smart Lighting Expo joins three other major technology fairs in April, highlighting Hong Kong’s advantages as an international I&T hub

Four major HKTDC-organised technology exhibitions will be held in April: HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), HKTDC Smart Lighting Expo, InnoEX, and HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition)
The events will bring together about 4,300 exhibitors from more than 20 countries and regions
The inaugural Smart Lighting Expo will showcase innovative smart lighting products, solutions and interconnected lighting technologies
InnoEX will display I&T achievements related to smart living, explore innovation and technology prospects and promote cross-sector cooperation

The second edition of InnoEX, co-organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre next month. This year’s exhibition, themed Innovations for A Smarter World, will gather global next-generation smart solutions and disruptive innovative technologies to promote innovation and foster cross-disciplinary cooperation, showcasing Hong Kong’s strengths as an international innovation and technology (I&T) hub.

The HKTDC’s four major technology exhibitions in April – the HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), HKTDC Smart Lighting Expo, InnoEX and HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) – will bring together about 4,300 exhibitors from more than 20 countries and regions. The inaugural Smart Lighting Expo and 15th edition of the International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) will be held from 6 to 9 April (Saturday to Tuesday), showcasing a wide range of cutting-edge smart lighting solutions and innovative products. InnoEX and the Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) will then run from 13 to 16 April (Saturday to Tuesday), presenting creative technology ideas and demonstrations.

Jenny Koo, Assistant Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “Through our four technology exhibitions, the HKTDC aims to help promote solutions and develop Hong Kong as an international I&T hub. The development of new quality productive forces, as the national priority, will provide a huge market for Hong Kong’s development in innovation and technology, and the digital economy in Hong Kong. InnoEX not only showcases various innovative achievements but also brings together representatives from the governments of Hong Kong, Mainland China and ASEAN, as well as experts from different technological fields, to discuss important issues related to technology and smart city development. Through this approach, InnoEX promotes comprehensive cross-regional and cross-industry cooperation, aiming to enhance local I&T capabilities. The inaugural Smart Lighting Expo showcases smart lighting products, solutions and interconnected lighting technologies, contributing to the development of smart living in synergy with other technology exhibitions.”

International institutions join InnoEX to exhibit innovative solutions
As a founding event of the Business of Innovation and Technology Week (BITWeek), driven by the Hong Kong SAR Government and HKTDC, this year’s InnoEX will bring together exhibitors from 13 countries and regions, doubling the number from last year. Participating exhibitors will come from Hong Kong, Mainland China, Canada, France, India, Poland, Thailand, the United Kingdom and other locations. The pavilion from France, So French So Innovative, will feature renowned cutting edge companies such as STMicroelectronics, Veolia, Thales and Dragages. The Canadian Consulate General will also set up a pavilion. The 20 pavilions from Mainland China nearly double last year’s tally. They come from 16 provinces and cities, including Beijing, Chongqing, Shanghai, Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Liaoning, Shandong, Shanxi, Zhejiang and their respective cities.

The Smart Hong Kong Pavilion, organised by the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO), drew crowds at the previous InnoEX and returns this year. It will focus on AI and showcase over 100 I&T solutions that are closely related to people’s daily lives. These include innovative solutions adopted by government departments, and a series of winning entries from local innovators and students. The Hong Kong SAR Government’s Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) is once again joining InnoEX to showcase the remarkable innovations and technological advancements achieved by 16 research centres under InnoHK, a platform fostering collaboration among esteemed researchers from the local, mainland and overseas communities. The showcased centres will present of AI-driven data analytic applications, AI chips, robots for diverse industries, and more.

Other participating units include the five research and development centres under the ITC, local universities, leading-edge tech firms such as PTF AreaTech Company Ltd, NEC Corporation, Yonyou (Hong Kong) Co. Ltd., Goldpac Group Limited, as well as several local pavilions such as the B4B Challenge, Cyberport, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation and the Smart City Consortium. Meanwhile, government representatives, relevant industry sectors, academia and research sectors from around the world have been invited to attend and learn about the exhibitors’ solutions and discuss collaboration opportunities.

In view of the rapid development of ASEAN countries and their increasing demand for smart city solutions, InnoEX will host an ASEAN Roundtable on its opening day (13 April). Government representatives from Laos, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and other countries will share their experiences in developing smart cities, discuss collaboration across various sectors and explore sustainable development practices. Exhibitors will also have an opportunity to establish connections with officials from these regions and seek potential collaboration.

Spectrum of activities analyse I&T trends and empower talents
Talent is a crucial asset for the development of the I&T sector. In this year’s InnoEX and Electronics Fair, the HKTDC is collaborating with major recruitment platform Jobsdb, and the Hong Kong Top Talent Services Association to facilitate talent-matching activities, helping exhibitors recruit talents. Job seekers can attend the event on the second day (14 April) and engage with actively recruiting exhibitors to apply for desired positions. The event will also host multiple seminars where human resource experts and industry professionals will share insights on entering Hong Kong’s I&T sector.

InnoEX will also feature thematic activities to support start-up development. These include the Hong Kong Value Creation for Technology: Pitching Competition, Meet the Mentors, Investment Matchmaking, and Start-up Smart Launch sessions, allowing entrepreneurs to promote products and ideas to potential buyers and investors.

The event will present a range of seminars with speakers from the So French So Innovative pavilion, the OGCIO, the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Informatization, and various innovative technology companies, who will delve into the latest I&T trends. The Hong Kong Alumni Association of Beijing Universities will also organise the inaugural Hong Kong World Youth Science Conference, bringing together top innovation and technology talents and renowned scientists, including Nobel Prize and ACM A.M. Turing Award winning scholars, to discuss important issues in such fields as big data, AI, quantum computing, biotech, and new materials. The conference aims to help industries seize opportunities brought by the latest wave of industrial transformation.

Entering its 20th edition, the HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) adopts the theme World’s Leading Electronics Marketplace. The exhibition features three special theme zones – Hall of Fame, Startup Zone and Tech Hall, showcasing innovative electronic products and technological solutions from renowned international brands and innovative technology companies. Many electronic products cater to the silver market by incorporating health-management features.

This year the Energy Storage Zone features products that provide power for outdoor activities and electric vehicles. EV industry leader Tesla will exhibit environmentally friendly electric vehicles at the event. A Digital Entertainment Experiential Zone will offer electronic gaming and interactive experiences from game developers and creative enterprises specialising in extended reality and AI.

On 15 April, the Tech Trends Symposium will be held, discussing The Future of Spatial Computing & Generative AI. Industry experts will be invited to discuss the latest developments in related technologies and equipment.

The 15th HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) and the inaugural HKTDC Smart Lighting Expo will run earlier in April, under the theme Bright Lighting • Smart Living. The Smart Lighting Expo’s highlighted zone, the Smart Ecosystem and IoT Supply Chain Area, in collaboration with the Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association, will feature the latest solutions from well-known brands such as Midea, Sunricher, MicRadar and DALI Alliance. Other international brands, such as Helvar and Valta, will showcase lighting innovations. The concurrent Spring Lighting Fair will continue to serve as a one-stop trading platform. Its highlighted zone, the Hall of Aurora, will gather over 260 renowned brands and showcase innovative lighting products and technologies. Other product zones include commercial lighting, decorative lighting, residential lighting, technical lighting and lighting accessories.

The four technology exhibitions will continue to adopt the HKTDC’s EXHIBITION+ model, merging online and offline elements. Exhibitors and buyers can continue to use the Click2Match smart business matching platform for up to seven days after the exhibition. The event also introduces the Scan2Match service, allowing buyers to continue online discussions with exhibitors by scanning QR codes at the physical fairs using the HKTDC Marketplace App.

BITWeek brings exciting I&T events
BITWeek founding events include InnoEX, the Digital Economy Summit co-organised by the HKSAR Government and Cyberport, and the HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition). BITWeek also features partner events including HKSTP’s Elevator Pitch Competition, HKTDC Smart Lighting Expo and the Hong Kong Web3 Festival, all of which are not-to-be-missed technology events in the industry.

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Websites
Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition): hklightingfairse.hktdc.com/en
Smart Lighting Expo: smartlightingexpo.hktdc.com/en
InnoEX: innoex.hktdc.com/en
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition): hkelectronicsfairse.hktdc.com/en

Media enquiries
Yuan Tung Financial Relations:

Anson Wong	Tel: (852) 3428 3413	Email: awong@yuantung.com.hk
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HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:

Clayton Lauw	Tel: (852) 2584 4472	Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org
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Seyond to Expand LiDAR Solutions for Autonomous Vehicles with NVIDIA DriveWorks and Omniverse Integration

Collaboration with NVIDIA looks to enable more functional, streamlined design for automotive LiDAR integration

Seyond, a leading global provider of high-performance LiDAR solutions for autonomous vehicles and smart transportation, today announced its collaboration with NVIDIA to integrate Seyond’s cutting-edge LiDAR solutions within the NVIDIA DriveWorks and NVIDIA Omniverse platforms.

By combining Seyond’s industry-leading LiDAR technology and expertise with NVIDIA’s expansive automotive development solutions, Seyond looks to transform the way autonomous vehicles are designed, developed and tested. As part of this collaboration, NVIDIA’s GPU hardware will be used alongside Seyond’s LiDAR to process point cloud data quickly and accurately for improved autonomous driving capabilities.

NVIDIA DriveWorks is the foundation for autonomous vehicle software development and deployment, and now offers Seyond’s LiDAR as one of its many versatile tools. With this latest integration, developers can now use the DriveWorks platform, with its automotive-grade middleware and accelerated algorithms, to more easily and efficiently integrate Seyond’s LiDAR technology into their vehicle design.

NVIDIA Omniverse is a platform of application programming interfaces (APIs), software-development kits (SDKs) and services that enable developers to easily integrate Universal Scene Description (OpenUSD) and RTX rendering technologies into their 3D applications and services. Such applications include high-fidelity, physically based simulation for autonomous vehicle (AV) development.

Seyond’s high-performance LiDAR sensors offer exceptional per-point precision and ultra-long-range capabilities to provide unparalleled accuracy for a wide range of applications, including AVs. The company’s flagship, ultra-long range LiDAR sensor, Falcon, has a 500-meter detection range and produces 1,500 configurable scan lines/per second to create a 3D point cloud image, allowing for easy detection and classification of objects on and near the road.

Falcon’s unparalleled combination of ultra-long-distance range and image-grade resolution provides auto manufacturers with the highest level of safety for autonomous driving and driver assistance capabilities. It has been a standard configuration of the Aquila system for eight NIO models, including the ET7, ES7 and ET5, since 2022 and is also integrated into Faraday Future’s FF91 Futurist models.

“The integration of Seyond’s LiDAR solutions into DriveWorks and Omniverse is indicative of our commitment to producing high-quality, rigorously tested LiDAR solutions to further the development of safer, smarter and more efficient autonomous driving and smart infrastructure solutions worldwide,” said Ezana Tesfu, Director of Business Development at Seyond. “Through this integration, we look forward to collaborating with NVIDIA on new and innovative ways to help our automotive OEM customers develop and scale more intelligent, highly-functional autonomous driving applications.”

Seyond is a member of NVIDIA Inception, a program that nurtures startups revolutionizing industries with technological advancements.

About Seyond
Seyond is a leading global provider of image-grade LiDAR technology, powering a safer, smarter and more mobile world across the automotive, intelligent transportation, robotics and industrial automation sectors. Founded in Silicon Valley with strategically placed research and manufacturing facilities across the globe, Seyond is crafting LiDAR solutions that elevate autonomous driving and fuel the advancement of smart infrastructure development. The company’s dynamic portfolio – including ultra-long range flagship LiDAR sensor Falcon, mid-to-short range LiDAR sensor Robin and perception service software platform OmniVidi – powers automotive and ITS solutions for partners like NIO, NVIDIA, Exwayz and Hexagon. With hundreds of thousands of Seyond LiDAR sensors already in use in automotive and non-automotive applications globally, and with total annual production capacity expected to exceed a half-million units by the end of 2024, Seyond is lighting the path forward for the world to See Smarter™.

For more information, please visit: https://www.seyond.com/

CONTACT:
SeyondKen Bieber
PR@seyond.com

SOURCE: Seyond

The inaugural Asia Photonics Expo Grandly Opened in Singapore

Organised by Informa Markets, the inaugural Asia Photonics Expo (APE), is successfully launched at Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore on the opening day. With an exhibition area of 15,000㎡, APE 2024 attracted 350 international exhibitors showcasing a wide range of sectors including optical communication, optics, lasers, infrared, sensing, and displays. It provides a comprehensive platform for business, technology exchange, and networking, enabling industry professionals to engage in meaningful discussions with leading companies and experts. APE 2024 aims to promote in-depth communication and business collaboration between professionals in the photonics ecosystem.

The opening ceremony of APE 2024 attracted numerous distinguished guests and industry professionals. Notable speakers included Mr. Yang Xiancheng, Founder and Executive President of China International Optoelectronic Expo (CIOE), Mr. Sukumar Verma, Managing Director, Informa Markets Singapore, Prof. Tjin Swee Chuan, Chairman of LUX Photonics Consortium, Dr. Prof. Yuhong Bai, Director of Light: Science & Applications, Mr. Perry Shum, President of IEEE Photonics Society, and Mr. Carlos Lee, Director General of European Photonics Industry Consortium.

On behalf of the organiser, Mr. Sukumar Verma shared: “Asia Photonics Expo is reflective not only of the strength of the local industry, but also the interest from international markets to come explore partnership and investment opportunities in Singapore and the wider Southeast Asia region. The trade show is further complemented by a range of industry conferences, academic forums and seminars for knowledge and networking.”

Mr. Sukumar Verma, Managing Director, Informa Markets Singapore

Echoing this, Prof Tjin Swee Chuan, Chairman, LUX Photonics Consortium said:” It is very heartening to have the first trade show for Photonics industry held in Singapore. This is especially significant for LUX Photonics Consortium where we have been focusing our effort to bring together a very engaging networking platform for both research, academia and industry locally to discuss, exchange and collaborate for novel photonics technologies adoption by industry.”

Prof. Tjin Swee Chuan, Chairman of LUX Photonics Consortium

Adding on, Dr. Prof. Yuhong Bai, Director of Light: Science & Applications said: “The Asia Photonics Expo provides exhibition for worldwide optics and photonics enterprises, in particular showcasing the growth of Asian industry. Beyond exhibition, it is also a superior platform for learning, discovering and collaborating.”

Mr. Perry Shum, President of IEEE Photonics Society highlighted the importance of Singapore as a symbol of progress and connectivity: “It is here, in the heart of Asia, where the seeds of the photonics revolution take root and flourish. This expo transcends mere technological showcase; it stands as a crucible for collaboration and a catalyst for transformative innovation.”

Mr. Carlos Lee, Director General of European Photonics Industry Consortium expressed in his speech that: “APE is a comprehensive platform catering to the photonics industry and application fields. I hope APE is able to facilitate global exchange and collaboration in photonics technology, driving progress and innovation in the global photonics industry.”

During the exhibition, APE will also hold a series of site tours for visitors to experience local photonics research and innovation centres. These events provide participants with opportunities to engage and stay updated on the latest trends and market opportunities in the photonics industry.

The success of APE 2024 will further stimulate growth in Asia’s photonics industry and open up new prospects for the future. It breathes new life into the photonics industry, and we eagerly anticipate more innovations and collaborations that will drive the industry towards a brighter future.

About Asia Photonics Expo

Organised by Informa Markets – the world’s leading tradeshow organiser, Asia Photonics Expo (APE) holds at Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore from 6 to 8 March 2024. APE will focus on the latest cutting-edge innovative technologies and the emerging application markets in Asia, aiming to promote the in-depth communication and business collaboration between the photonics upstream and downstream professionals. It will cover the entire optoelectronic ecosystem to showcase the latest products in optical communication, precision optics, laser, infrared, sensor, and display fields, targeting the top-notched optoelectronic innovative technologies and solutions of nine major application areas in optical communication/information processing and storage, consumer electronics, advanced manufacturing, surveillance and security, semiconductor processing, energy, sensing and measurement, lighting and display, and medical. APE is the one-stop sourcing platform for industry players to find new products and technologies and follow market trends.

With an exhibition area of 15,000 square meters, APE is expected to attract 350 enterprises, and more than 5,000 visitors to attend the show. As a significant event in the Asian photonics industry, APE also features a diverse range of conferences and activities, including the Asia Light Conference, The Asia Photonics Industry Development Forum, PHOTONICS @ SG 2024 Conference and many more.

For more details about Asia Photonics Expo, visit: www.asiaphotonicsexpo.com

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Ms. Carrie Wu
International Marketing Executive
Carrie.wu@informa.com

Ms. Belinda Goh
Senior Marketing Manager
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Sensing structure without touching

Touch sensors that don’t even need direct contact offer new sensitivity for robotic 3D structure recognition and wireless transmission of data

A radical new type of touch sensor for robotics and other bio-mimicking (bionic) applications is so sensitive it works even without direct contact between the sensor and the objects being detected. It senses interference in the electric field between an object and the sensor, at up to 100 millimetres from the object. The researchers at Qingdao University in China, with collaborators elsewhere in China and South Korea, describe their innovation in the journal Science and Technology of Advanced Materials.

Electronic skins have become a crucial element in bionic robots, allowing them to detect and react to external stimuli promptly. This can allow robotic systems to analyse an object’s shape, and, if required, also to pick it up and manipulate it.

The sensors in most current systems rely on direct touch causing a physical deformation of a contact layer, leading to changes in electrical capacitance. Unfortunately, the uniformity of the response to different regions limits the sensitivity and overall abilities of such systems.

“To bring greater sensitivity and versatility we have developed new composite films with surprising and very useful electrical properties,” says Xinlin Li of the Qingdao University team.

The most surprising aspect came when the researchers combined two materials with a high dielectric constant – a measure of their response to electric fields. This composite had an unexpectedly low dielectric constant, a counter-intuitive result which is ideally suited to making a sensor that is more sensitive to electric fields.

The composite consists of small amounts of graphitic carbon nitride added to polydimethylsiloxane. It can be made and processed by a specific 3D printing method, called dispensing printing, that offers fine control over the structure and pattern of the printed high-viscous ink. The team used this to make a grid that could sense objects while between 5 and 100 millimeters away from the object’s surface. They tested the grid’s capabilities by using the researchers’ fingers as the objects being detected, as they approached close to the grid but without actually making contact.

“The performance was outstanding, in terms of sensitivity, speed of response and robust stability through many cycles of use,” says Li. “This opens new possibilities in the field of wearable objects and electronic skin.” She adds that it is suitable for making the physically flexible sensors needed for wearable technologies. These could be applied for medical monitoring, or more general uses in the fast developing ‘internet of things’(IoT), involving remote control of a wide variety of appliances.

Incorporating the sensing grid into a printed circuit board allowed the data it collects to be transmitted over the 4G networks widely used by mobile phones.

The team now plan to refine the technology with a view to develop its suitability for mass production. They also want to explore further possibilities beyond merely detecting shape and movement.

For example, different units in the sensor array have the ability to respond sequentially, which provides the possibility of realizing human-computer interaction, such as gesture recognition. The performance of the sensors in the contact and non-contact system also reflects its potential in human motion detection, such as obstacle avoidance and gait monitoring, which could be applied in intelligent medical care.

Further information
Xinlin Li
Qingdao University
Email: xinlin0618@163.com

Paper: https://doi.org/10.1080/14686996.2024.2311635

About Science and Technology of Advanced Materials (STAM)
Open access journal STAM publishes outstanding research articles across all aspects of materials science, including functional and structural materials, theoretical analyses, and properties of materials. https://www.tandfonline.com/STAM

Dr Yasufumi Nakamichi
STAM Publishing Director
Email: NAKAMICHI.Yasufumi@nims.go.jp

Photos & Graphics

Caption: 3D finger recognition and data transmission to a mobile phone. — 3D finger recognition and data transmission to a mobile phone.

Press release distributed by Asia Research News for Science and Technology of Advanced Materials.

Only 5 Weeks Left! Join Asia Photonics Expo 2024 and Shape the Future of Photonics Innovation

Asia Photonics Expo 2024 will be held from 6 to 8 March 2024 at Sands Expo and Convention Centre (Marina Bay Sands) Basement 2. Spanning an expansive 15,000 square meters, APE’s showfloor will accommodate 400 exhibitors, connecting with over 5,000 visitors. This vibrant platform will present a wide range of technologies and solutions in application industries such as semiconductor, security, robotics, medical, intelligence driving, and information and communications. It provides the perfect opportunity for your brand to catapult into the Asia market. With only 5 weeks remaining until the grand opening of APE, don’t miss out on the chance to forge strategic partnerships and enhance your presence beyond APE. Register now to secure your fee pass!

One-stop Sourcing Platform for Photonics Products

APE serves as a platform to showcase the state-of-the-art technologies catering to emerging application markets in Asia. With the rapidly growing photonics industry in the region driven by the data center, telecoms market, consumer electronics, advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, and medical industries, APE has attracted over 400 companies from China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, the United States, Europe, and other countries and regions. APE brings together qualified photonics vendors across the holistic supply chain, offering chips, components, devices, equipment, and even application solutions. Some notable participants include ANRITSU, APP SYSTEMS, HAMAMATSU, PI (PHYSIK INSTRUMENTE), BOTE OPTICS, OPTO PRECISION, MATERION, EDMUND OPTICS, POLYTEC SOUTH-EAST ASIA, BRUKER SINGAPORE, AMETEK SINGAPORE, ACEXON, GF MACHINING SOLUTIONS, OPTOSIGMA, DOPA, HOLOEYE, ASPHERICON GMBH, CHROMA, IMT MASKEN UND TEILUNGEN AG, EAGLEYARD, NEW IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES (NIT), SCIL, I-PHOTONICS UAB, CRYSTECH, Optizone Technology, ARTILUX, SENKO, MRSI, and more. APE serves as a one-stop sourcing platform for buyers seeking new products and suppliers. For more information on the product brochure, please click here to visit.

More Than an Exhibition, A Series of Forums Are Presented at APE 2024

During APE 2024, a three-day academic and industry forum will be held to discuss forefront technologies, share valuable insights, and explore emerging trends in the photonics industry.

– Industry Forums

Collaborate with industry leaders in specialised forums focused on Data Centers, Micro Nano Processing, and Pan-Semiconductor Optical Technology. Gain valuable insights and explore the challenges and opportunities that will shape the future of the photonics industry.

– Asia Light Conference 2024 (fee applies)

Hosted by renowned journals Light: Science & Applications, eLight, and Light: Advanced Manufacturing, Asia Light Conference offers deep insights through plenary sessions and 10 parallel keynote & invited sessions. Underscored by UNESCO’s International Day of Light, dive into the realms of Micro and Nanophotonics, Topological Photonics, Nonlinear Photonics and Functional Lasers, Advanced Manufacturing and more. Click here to secure your seat!

– LUX Photonics Consortium Conference – Photonics@SG

Immerse yourself in the LUX Photonics Consortium Conference where groundbreaking ideas and advancements in photonics converge to serve as a catalyst and a networking platform to translate cutting-edge research into practical applications.

Networking Opportunities for New Partnership and Business Collaboration

APE is dedicated to empowering the photonics industry and application fields by creating a high-quality platform for communication, exchange and learning. During the event, we offer organized site tours that allow you to visit renowned research institutes and corporate R&D centers, facilitating in-depth communication and collaboration within the photonics industry. A site tour is an absolute must for anyone seeking firsthand insights into Singapore’s leading companies and gaining a comprehensive understanding of the nation’s thriving advanced photonics industry. Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to expand your knowledge, forge invaluable connections, and unlock boundless potential at APE 2024.

APE is right around the corner, and we cordially invite you to be a part of it. To ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience, we strongly encourage you to register in advance. By doing so, you not only save valuable time on-site but also gain additional conveniences and privileges. Register now to get your free pass!

For more details about APE, please visit our website: www.asiaphotonicsexpo.com.

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Carrie Wu
Carrie.wu@informa.com

PowerUP Asia 2024: Power Semiconductor Innovations Toward Green Goals

The continuous drive toward decarbonization is fueling power semiconductor innovations—whether in terms of materials, chip design, circuit topologies, or packaging. The need to improve and enhance energy efficiency, one of the most demanding challenges of power electronics, to meet the requirements imposed by international standards and to reduce power waste, is expected to lead to more sustainable electronics products and systems.

PowerUP Asia 2024 is a three-day virtual conference and exhibition highlighting the latest technology developments and trends in power electronics, including wide-bandgap (WBG) devices, power semiconductors, and related technologies, as manufacturers worldwide set their sights on power efficiency, carbon reduction, and greener energy. Organized by

Now on its second year, PowerUP Asia, to be held from May 21–23, 2024, will bring the latest developments in power semiconductor and engineering, and how the industry can explore ways to accelerate the pathway to net-zero carbon emissions.

Who Should Attend

Engineers, researchers, and industry professionals should attend the PowerUP Asian 2024 Virtual Expo and Conference.

Engineers specializing in power electronics, semiconductor technologies, like GaN and SiC, and renewable energy systems will find immense value. Professionals in power management, converters and those exploring advancements in e-mobility and smart-grid infrastructure will gain significant insights.

Furthermore, those interested in gaining hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technologies within this field should attend. Those who possess a genuine enthusiasm for transforming energy efficiency, diminishing carbon footprints, and promoting the worldwide transition to renewable energy sources will find this conference to be of value.

Call for Papers

EE Times Asia is seeking papers for presentation at the upcoming PowerUP Asia 2024. Main conference topics include:

Wide-bandgap semiconductors

GaN devices
SiC devices
Packaging
Measurement and control
Automotive, industrial and consumer applications
Other materials

Power converters and related technologies

Semiconductors
Thermal management
Voltage/current, sensors
DC/DC, AC/DC, AC/AC converters, and inverters
Battery management systems
Applications

Motion control

Drivers and sensors
Electric motors
Semiconductors
Tools
Applications

Tools/test and measurement

Software
Instrumentation
Modules

Power management

Wireless power transfer
Energy harvesting
Supercapacitors and batteries
Modules and systems

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