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Eco Expo Asia opens at AsiaWorld-Expo today

  • Carbon reduction, innovation, technologies and talent spotlighted as GBA cities strive to create a waste-free Bay Area together

Eco Expo Asia 2023, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (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), opened at AsiaWorld-Expo today and runs until Sunday 29 October. The event attracts over 300 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions, showcasing a wide range of innovative environmental technologies and projects and serves as a quality business platform for the industry. Under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, exhibitors, industry players and buyers worldwide can connect via the smart business matching platform Click2Match until 6 November. The last day of the physical event on 29 October will open to the public for free, to encourage sustainable activities and green-living practises.

The 18th Eco Expo Asia, co-organised by the HKTDC and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, opened at the AsiaWorld-Expo and runs for four days, until 29 October, attracting over 300 exhibitors.

Guo Fang, Vice Minister, member of the Leading Party Members Group of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People’s Republic of China, Tse Chin-wan, Secretary for Environment and Ecology of the Hong Kong SAR, HKTDC Acting Executive Director Sophia Chong, and Richard Li, Executive Director, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, were at the opening ceremony of Eco Expo Asia today. 

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area peers fully support the Expo. The Macao Pavilion and Zhongshan Pavilion showcase a wide range of IoT AI management equipment and patented air purification technologies.

Tse Chin-wan said: “This year, the theme of the Eco Expo Asia is “Taking the Leap towards Carbon Neutrality. In the Policy Address announced by our Chief Executive yesterday, the Hong Kong Government will make every effort to promote the use and supply of new energy in sea, land and air transport, so as to spearhead green transformation of the relevant trades. We will also explore the development of new energy industrial chains to promote green economy. The Eco Expo Asia serves as a green link for governments, business sector and the trades from different places to exchange views, share experiences and learn from each other.  I look forward to joining hands with you all to identify possible environmental technologies and products to support the shift towards a low-carbon economy.”

Green Transportation zone showcases a variety of new energy vehicles.

Sophia Chong said: “Entering its 18th edition, Eco Expo Asia has become the leading trade and intelligence-sharing platform showcasing cutting-edge green solutions from around the world. Some of the highlighted topics at the fair include hydrogen energy, green transportation, circular economy, green buildings, green finance and ESG. The three-day Eco Asia Conference concurrently held gathers industry experts to share their insights into hot environmental topics, such as Climate Change Framework for Built Environment, Evolving ESG Landscape and the Future of Sustainable Finance, Digital Transformation for a Circular Economy, green technologies and C40 Climate Action, facilitating regional and global collaboration in addressing the environmental issues of our time.”

Diversified activities resonate with environmental initiatives in the policy address
Hong Kong SAR Chief Executive John Lee’s policy addresses have emphasised environmental protection and policy initiatives, including green transport, hydrogen energy development, carbon neutrality, waste reduction and sustainable development. This year’s Eco Expo Asia has similar focuses, including a Green Transportation zone to promote carbon neutral technologies; the new Hydrogen Pavilion organised by the hydrogen industry in Hong Kong; the Eco Asia Conference exploring Waste-Free policy; gathering environmental enterprises in the Bay Area to promote regional exchanges and co-operation; as well as initiating a debut ESG Job Hub to provide information and advice on environmental-protection related employment for nurturing talents, in order to comprehensively promote sustainable development.

Green transportation zone and Hydrogen Pavilion showcase new-energy trends
In line with the SAR Government’s development of green transportation, the Green Transportation zone showcases a wide range of new-energy vehicles and related equipment, including hydrogen-powered vehicles such as container trucks and garbage trucks from Wisdom Motors (HK) Limited (Booth No. 3-E30); the latest charging piles from Huawei International Co. Limited (Booth No 6-B30) that can fully charge an electric vehicle in just 10 minutes; and sustainable solutions for electric vehicle batteries from Chun Yang International (HK) (Booth No. 6-B34) which extends the lifespan of electric vehicle batteries.

To further showcase and explore hydrogen energy applications, the Hydrogen Pavilion features leading energy companies such as Hong Kong and China Gas (Booth No. 6-C29), H2E Technology (Booth No. 6-C30), Sinopec (Hong Kong) (Booth No. 6-C32) and EnerWaste Asia Pacific (Booth No. 6C-34) to showcase the latest hydrogen energy technology. In conjunction with The Fourth Hydrogen Economy Forum tomorrow, with Dr Zhang Yan of the China Hydrogen Alliance addressing the development of Mainland China’s hydrogen industry and Dr Wang Xue of the International Hydrogen Energy Centre speaking on building a world-leading zero-carbon industrial system with hydrogen technology, exhibitors and buyers can gain in-depth understanding of the latest development and prospects for hydrogen energy.

Greater Bay Area cities participate in building a Waste-Free Bay Area
Apart from the launching ceremony for Building a Zero Waste Bay Area at the Eco Asia Conference on the first day of the Expo, pavilions from Guangdong Province, Guangzhou and Shenzhen and individual exhibitors from other GBA cities join hands in promoting the Waste-free Guangdong; Beautiful Bay Area concept. The Hong Kong Pavilion showcases the latest products and technologies in waste reduction and energy saving, and introduces environmental policies. The Macao Pavilion (Booth No. 3-E02) and Zhongshan Pavilion (Booth No. 6-A02) feature a wide range of IoT AI management equipment and patented air purification technologies.

Eco Asia Conference gathers industry leaders to focus on waste-free policies, climate change and green finance
The three-day Eco Asia Conference starting from today has invited officials from around the world to share insights, including Guo Fang, Vice Minister, member of the Leading Party Members Group of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People’s Republic of China; Liu Dechun, Director-General, Department of Resource Conservation and Environmental Protection, National Development and Reform Commission of the People’s Republic of China; Huang Libin, Director-General, Department of Energy Conservation and Resources Comprehensive Utilization, Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China; and representatives from the environmental authorities of Belt and Road countries to share views on materialising waste-free policies in Mainland China and Belt and Road countries.

The highly anticipated C40 Climate Action Seminar on Friday will focus on global climate change and promote climate action at city level. On the same day, there will be a session on Evolving ESG Landscape and the Future of Sustainable Finance featuring a keynote speech by

Tim Lui, Chairman, The Securities and Futures Commission, while Ken Chiu, Head of Carbon & ESG Products, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited, will discuss Hong Kong’s international carbon market and sustainable development and Irina Fan, HKTDC Director of Research will present on a survey finding on Hong Kong’s strengths and weaknesses in ESG.

Eco Expo Asia nurtures new blood
Committed to providing a platform to nurture new blood in the industry, Eco Expo Asia is attracting nearly 20 start-ups to identify potential partners for their R&D products. This year the Expo debuts the ESG Job Hub and will host an ESG Career Talk providing information and advice on environmental-protection related employment to students and job seekers. On-the-spot interviews for internships, part-time and full-time positions would also be arranged for potential candidates.

Meanwhile, in order to encourage the public, especially the younger generation, to embrace green living, the final day of the Expo (29 October) is designated as Public Day with a variety of environmental talks, workshops and the Green Mart for the public to attend free of charge.

Other Concurrent Events
The Hong Kong International Outdoor & Tech Light Expo opened concurrently today at AsiaWorld-Expo and runs until 29 October, showcasing a wide range of outdoor, technical and professional lighting solutions for commercial and industrial use; while the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from tomorrow (27 October) to 30 October. The two lighting exhibitions gather more than 3,000 exhibitors from 37 countries and regions, forming the world-renowned lighting marketplace. The fairs provide a one-stop business platform for exhibitors and buyers from all over the world, showcasing an extensive array of lighting products. During the shows, the organiser arranges free shuttle bus services between the exhibition venue and major hotels and transportation interchanges. For more information, please visit https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkotlexpo/en/shuttle-bus

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Website
Eco Expo Asia: www.ecoexpoasia.com
HKTDC Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo: hkotlexpo.hktdc.com

Media enquiries
The HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:
Clayton Lauw, Tel: (852) 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org
Snowy Chan, Tel: (852) 2584 4525, Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.org

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

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

Background information on Messe Frankfurt
The Messe Frankfurt Group is one of the world’s leading trade fair, congress and event organisers with their 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 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent). For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com

HKTDC welcomes 2023 Policy Address

  • Annual address outlines comprehensive blueprint for Hong Kong’s future development

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) welcomes the 2023 Policy Address, delivered today by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region’s (HKSAR) Chief Executive Mr John Lee.

The Policy Address presents a comprehensive set of measures encompassing various areas, such as the economy and trade, people’s livelihood and youth development. It addresses the challenges and opportunities facing Hong Kong, with the aim to reinforce its competitive advantages, integrate into national development and serve as an international hub connecting global markets as well as promote economic growth, paving the way for the city’s sustainable development.

Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, said, “The Policy Address highlights a diversity of forward-looking and innovative measures across key areas, such as economic growth, business and investment attraction, infrastructure planning, and the development of the cultural and creative sectors. The comprehensive plan ensures that Hong Kong leverages its “eight centre” advantages and supports and integrates into national development, while creating strong impetus for economic growth and enhancing its competitiveness.”

The Policy Address states the Government will leverage Hong Kong’s advantages in professional services to develop the city into a regional intellectual property (IP) trading centre. The HKTDC fully supports measures to promote IP developments in Hong Kong, such as the latest amendments to the Copyright Ordinance and implementation of the patent box tax incentives.

The HKTDC will commission a consulting firm to conduct research on IP trading of Hong Kong’s creative industries and optimise our Asia IP Exchange (AsiaIPEX) and further promote IP-related cooperation.

In addition, we will enhance our major international IP events, such as the Business of Intellectual Property Asia Forum, Hong Kong Book Fair, Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) and Hong Kong International Licensing Show, by working with industry players and providing business matching activities and professional services. This is to help businesses producing local original works tap into Mainland China and international markets.

The HKTDC supports the Government’s push for the continuous development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) and welcomes the launch of E-commerce Easy under the Dedicated Fund on Branding, Upgrading and Domestic Sales, which will enable SMEs to implement e-commerce projects.

The HKTDC has been actively promoting Hong Kong businesses’ engagement in e-commerce through its Transformation Sandbox (T-box) business support programme and Digital Academy, year-round services that accelerate SMEs’ digital growth and transformation.

The Policy Address outlined the Government’s intention to continuously promote the development of the convention and exhibition (C&E) industry. Expanding C&E facilities and raising C&E space play a pivotal role in reinforcing Hong Kong’s role as an international C&E as well as trade hub.

In regard to strengthening trade promotion efforts in emerging countries along the Belt and Road, HKTDC will continue to leverage its global network, which already covers extensive Belt and Road markets.

At the recent Belt and Road Forum, President Xi Jinping announced eight major steps to facilitate high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, which we fully support through our global network and international conferences and fairs.

In regard to seizing opportunities brought about by the silver economy, the HKTDC will incorporate more silver economy elements into its business platform, such as the Asia Summit on Global Health, Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring and Autumn) and Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair, to enhance the promotion of relevant products and services, help enterprises tap into the market and strengthen Hong Kong’s role as an international trade hub.

The creative industry remains a driving force for Hong Kong’s economic growth. The HKTDC applauds the measures that strengthen support for the cultural and creative industries, including injecting more funds into the Film Development Fund and CreateSmart initiative, launching the Filming Financing Scheme and Hong Kong-Europe-Asian Film Collaboration Funding Scheme and increasing cultural exchanges.

Dr Lam added: “The HKTDC will continue to align with national development and collaborate with our various partners to jointly promote the economic development of Hong Kong and share Hong Kong’s stories and successes with the world.”

Media enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC’s Communication & Public Affairs Department:
Agnes Wat, Tel: (852) 2584 4554, Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org
Phyllis Tsang, Tel: (852) 2584 4288, Email: phyllis.km.tsang@hktdc.org

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

Wine & Spirits Fair showcases drinks from across the globe

The trading platform for fine wines from across the world will hold a Public Day on Sunday

The HKTDC Hong Kong International Wines & Spirits Fair, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will be held from 3 to 5 November, Friday to Sunday, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The 15th edition of the Fair will assemble more than 500 exhibitors from 17 countries and regions to showcase fine beverages from around the globe as well as wine-related products and services.

The HKTDC’s Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong said the 15th Wine and Spirits fair will bring together more than 500 exhibitors from 17 countries and regions.

The first two days will be open to industry professionals and buyers while the last day, (5 November, Sunday), will also open to public visitors with tickets, offering wine lovers an exceptional opportunity to enrich their knowledge and sample a broad selection of wines from around the world.

Angel Champagne Asia Ltd, Flavour Of Life Ltd, JH Joy&Harmonie UG, Leung Yick Company Ltd, Ningxia Xige Estate Co., Ltd, Oriental Pearl (HK) Ltd, Premium Wine Negociants Pty Ltd, Wiseville (Asia-Pacific) Ltd and Wuliangye International (HK) Ltd will showcase their wine products at the Fair.

The HKTDC’s Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong said the COVID-19 pandemic had hit the wine industry but the market was full of potential and was expected to grow continuously. Data portal Statista estimated that global wine industry revenue would amount to US$333 billion this year, with sales growth projected at 5.52% annually between 2023 and 2027.

“Hong Kong is a key connector to the wine and liquor market in Asia. Given the growth in consumption power in Mainland China, many wine merchants are now making inroads into this sizeable market. A lot of international wine companies have set up operations in Hong Kong to seize business opportunities in Mainland China and around the world. As an elite global trading platform for fine wine, the Wine & Spirits Fair brings tremendous opportunities to local, mainland and international wine corporations,” she said.

Statista predicted mainland wine-sector revenue would reach US$27.2 billion this year and grow 3.93% annually between 2023 and 2027. An HKTDC market research survey conducted in 2020 showed mainland consumers were growing increasingly knowledgeable about wine. Of the respondents, 25% said they had intermediate or advanced knowledge of wine, and 41% said they drank wine at least once a week.

Given its status as a duty‑free port, wine merchants and investors regard Hong Kong as the most cost‑effective and convenient distribution hub to store investment-grade wines for delivery to markets on demand. Mainland China and Macao, which accounted for about 69% of wine exports last year, were the major destinations. In value terms, Hong Kong wine exports increased 45.1% last year.

Showcase for quality global wines
The 15th Wine & Spirits Fair will feature a diverse range of fine beverages, including old-world and new-world wines, wines and liquor from Mainland China and Japan, as well as whiskies and beers. The fair will feature 11 group pavilions showcasing products from Australia, France, Germany and Italy, Japan, Mainland China, as well as the Hong Kong General Chamber of Wine & Spirits. Notable products include:

  • Domaine Laureau Savennières Les Genêts 2018 embraces biodynamics and organic farming. This wine reveals intense peach and honey aromas, along with minerality, that carry through to the palate.
  • NV Brut Rose White features flavours of strawberries and créme anglaise, creating a well-balanced and silky texture. This exceptional wine was honoured with a gold medal at the Sommelier Wine Awards in the United Kingdom.
  • 2023 Hither and Yon Fiano originates from Campania in southwestern Italy, where it is regarded as a strongly flavoured, lifted aromatic variety. This particular wine is known for its crunchy, refreshing, and light profile, containing a moderate alcohol content of just 11%.
  • Xige N28 Chardonnay, from Ningxia Autonomous Region, shows lively and complex aromas of fresh tropical fruits such as pineapple, melon and grapefruit, as well as honey and fresh creamy notes thanks to oak-barrel fermentation. The wine is round with a well-balanced acidity, an elegant expression of Chardonnay. It was served at the welcoming dinner for French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to China in April this year.

In addition to beverages, the Wine & Spirits Fair features zones that promote the industry’s all-round development, including Wine Education as well as Wine Accessories, Equipment and Services. Snacks and nibbles to accompany wines will be showcased in the Friends of Wine zone.

Key events explore sustainable wine industry
Wine & Spirits Fair events include wine-tasting sessions where buyers and visitors can try fine wines from around the world.

The Opening Reception on the first night will welcome Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, as Guest of Honour. Also on the first day, Wine Master Debra Meiburg will host a Wine Industry Conference titled EcoVino: Sustainability Trends and Solutions, to explore sustainability trends and solutions with experts including a representative from the United Kingdom’s Sustainable Wine Roundtable. Another Wine Industry Conference titled Uncorking Opportunities: Mapping the China & Asian Wine Markets will be held on the second day, in which Master Sommelier Yang Lu and industry elites will explore business opportunities in the region.

Various seminars and tasting sessions will explore wine trends in different regions and markets, and introduce wines, sakes, whiskies, beers and more, offering participants a chance to savour unique flavours.

Prize-giving ceremonies for the Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition 2023 and WineLuxe’s Top 10 Food & Wine Pairing Restaurant Award will be held on the first and second day respectively. The Hong Kong Bartenders Association will also host the Hong Kong International Mixology Showdown 2023, themed Artistic Elixir, on the first day.

Public Day welcomes wine enthusiasts
The last day of the Wine & Spirits Fair (5 November, Sunday) will be the Public Day, which welcomes both industry professionals and members of the public aged 18 or above. Regular tickets are priced at HK$200*.

Multiple tasting sessions and masterclasses will be held on the Public Day, including a “Sip Around the World with CC” session hosted by renowned wine critic Cecilia Wong, and a tasting session of Austrian wine by Master of Wine Debra Meiburg. Citizens visiting on Public Day can register for the events on the 15th Wine & Spirits Fair’s website.

*Ticket details: Members of the public can buy Public Day tickets at the special price of HK$99 through HK01, HKTVMall, KKday, PopTicket, Price.com.hk and Timable. Ticket buyers will receive a Lucaris crystal wine glass (original price: HK$110) on a first-come, first-served basis.

Websites:
Wine & Spirits Fair: http://hkwinefair.hktdc.com/

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Media enquiries
The HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Jane Cheung, Tel: (852) 2584 4137, Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.org
Agnes Wat, Tel: (852) 2584 4554, Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org

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

Eco Expo Asia spotlights electric, hydrogen transport

  • Aspiring environmentalists can explore green career opportunities and enjoy diverse Public Day activities

Eco Expo Asia 2023, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (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 under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model. Apart from visiting the Expo at AsiaWorld-Expo from 26 to 29 October physically, exhibitors, industry players and buyers worldwide can connect via the Click2Match platform from 19 October to 6 November. The last day of the physical event on 29 October is open to the public for free to encourage sustainable activities and green-living practises.

HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong introduces Eco Expo Asia highlights at a press conference. She said the HKSAR Government was committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and hoped to strengthen Hong Kong’s role as an international green technology and financial hub.

HKTDC Deputy Executive Director Sophia Chong said in the press conference: “The environmental industry has always had great potential for growth and is one of the key engines propelling sustainable development of the global economy. In recent years, the Central Government has stipulated various green development targets and policies, which accelerate the development of the environmental industry in China. Hong Kong’s green industry is also booming, with a vision to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Given the full reopening of Hong Kong this year, Eco Expo Asia regains its international reach. The active participation of global exhibitors and the showcase of the latest green technologies helps strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international hub for green technology and green finance, and its role as the carbon trading centre of the Greater Bay Area.”

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director, HKTDC (centre); Fong Kin-wa, Deputy Director of Environmental Protection, Environmental Protection Department, HKSAR [L], and Judy Cheung, Deputy General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd [R] attended the press conference today

Speaking at the press conference, Fong Kin-wa, Deputy Director of Environmental Protection of the HKSAR Government, hoped the Expo could allow visitors and exhibitors from around the world, including Belt and Road countries and ASEAN members, to share the latest green innovation and technology for achieving carbon neutrality, with a view to boosting exchanges between governments and trade sectors, and promoting the vast green business potential. It also serves as a platform for all walks of life in Hong Kong to join hands to tell the good environmental stories of Hong Kong, which also help promote the city’s strengths, achievements and opportunities to the world.

weplastic cooperated with tide from Switzerland and the Swiss University of Applied Sciences to develop a recycling solution to turn plastic waste into useful raw materials.

Strong support from Greater Bay Area and overseas pavilions
Eco Expo Asia is expected to attract close to 300 exhibitors from 12 countries and regions, with 16 pavilions. The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) peers fully support the Expo, including the Macao Pavilion and Zhongshan Pavilion, showcasing a wide range of IoT AI management equipment and patented air purification technologies. The returning pavilions representing Guangdong Province, Guangzhou and Shenzhen work together with individual exhibitors from other GBA cities to promote the Waste-free Guangdong; Beautiful Bay Area concept that the province is committed to.

The Japan Pavilion and Canada Pavilion will feature a range of innovative eco-friendly products and technologies. The Japan Pavilion introduces new energy transportation solutions, eco-friendly textile materials, tableware and technology that can compost discarded fabrics into soil. The Canada Pavilion, on the other hand, will present technologies for biological wastewater purification and odour removal. A European exhibition group comprising companies from Austria, Finland and Spain will bring water treatment and electric vehicle charging technologies.

The Hong Kong Government and local green community fully back Expo
The Expo has consistently received support from the Hong Kong Government, as well as different green associations and companies. This year, the Environment and Ecology Bureau and 12 other government departments, along with 22 local companies organised by the Federation of Hong Kong Industries covering the engineering, recycling, consulting and other industries, will jointly present the Hong Kong Pavilion to showcase the latest products and technologies for waste reduction and energy conservation, and introduce relevant government environmental policies to the public.

In addition, this year’s expo highlights a new Hydrogen Pavilion led by the hydrogen industry in Hong Kong, with participation of GBA companies. Currently, the general public has limited knowledge of the hydrogen energy, hailed as the ultimate clean energy source. The industry will discuss the safety of this emerging energy source. The Pavilion will provide more information and updates on hydrogen energy to the public and the industry.

Nine thematic zones at the Expo to cover all aspects of environmental and technological development
The Expo features nine thematic zones, including Green Transportation, Waste Management and Circular Economy and Startup Zone. The Government has been closely monitoring the rapid development of green transport technologies and assessing their suitability for the local market, while continuously improving legislation and regulatory frameworks. The Green Transportation zone showcases electric vehicles and related charging equipment. Wisdom Motors (HK) Limited will exhibit hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles such as container trucks and garbage trucks. Huawei International Co. Limited will introduce its latest charging piles that can fully charge an electric vehicle in just 10 minutes, catering to the industry’s demand for fast charging. Jinjiang International (Hong Kong) will showcase sustainable solutions extending the lifespan of electric vehicle batteries.

As waste management advances, it has evolved into a circular economy. Recycling is no longer the first step. Instead, the process starts with producing more durable products, using more environmentally friendly materials, minimising resource consumption and waste generation in the production process. In the Waste Management and Circular Economy Zone, exhibitors Canvest Environmental Protection Group Company Limited, China Everbright Environment Group Limited and Kum Shing E & M Limited will showcase their waste-to-energy projects; while Baguio Green Group Limited and Pair Environmental Protection Company Limited from Taiwan will demonstrate smart recycling bins that facilitate public waste recycling. Nagual Environmental Protection Technology from the United States will introduce smart food-waste processors that can easily convert kitchen refuse into organic fertiliser.

The Startup Zone, which has received widespread support from the industry, will showcase the latest products and technologies addressing environmental issues. For instance, weplastic, in collaboration with tide from Switzerland and the Swiss University of Applied Sciences, has developed a customised recycling solution that transforms plastic waste into useful raw materials. Meat The Next Company Limited uses food technology to provide healthy and environmentally friendly plant-based milk products for lactose intolerant people. The Hong Kong Science Park will also organise a pavilion featuring the latest technologies from 10 of its resident companies. Altogether there will be nearly 20 start-ups present in the Expo.

Debut ESG Job Hub offers on-site recruitment
Nurturing new blood has been an important agenda for the environmental industry. This year the Expo introduces a brand new ESG Job Hub to provide job seekers with information and advice on ESG related employment. Job seekers can have interviews on-the-spot for internships, part-time and full-time positions. The Expo will also organise an ESG Career Talk to provide information on green companies, employment advice and tips for students and young adults who are about to enter the workforce.

Eco Asia Conference spotlights Building a Zero Waste Bay Area and climate change
Eco Asia Conference will run from 26 to 28 October. Featured topics will include the Mainland China government session, Climate Change, C40 Climate Action, ESG and Sustainable finance, Green Tech and Digital Transformation of the Circular Economy. Guo Fang, Vice Minister, Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People’s Republic of China; Liu Dechun, Director-General, Department of Resource Conservation and Environmental Protection, National Development and Reform Commission of the People’s Republic of China; Huang Libin, Director-General, Department of Energy Conservation and Resources Comprehensive Utilization, Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China; and representatives from the environmental authorities of Belt and Road countries (Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam) will be present to honour the conference on the first day. A Building a Zero Waste Bay Area launch ceremony will also be held in parallel.

The highly anticipated C40 Climate Action Seminar will be held on the second day, focusing on global climate change and promoting climate action at city level. On the same day, there will be sessions on Evolving ESG Landscape and the Future of Sustainable Finance and The Fourth Hydrogen Economy Forum providing in-depth discussions on green economy, environmental industry and hydrogen energy prospects. Further seminars will cover other environmental topics, allowing exhibitors and buyers to stay abreast of industry trends and exchange ideas.

Public Day promotes environmental activities, encourages green living
To build a sustainable and carbon-neutral future, a consolidated effort is needed from the government, business sector and every individual. Therefore, the last day of the Expo (29 October) is designated as Public Day, with free admission for the general public, allowing visitors to learn more about the latest environmental inventions and technologies, and to participate in a series of seminars and workshops. Highlighted seminars include: The Application of smart technology in environmental enforcement by the Environmental Protection Department; An Earth Imperilled by Climate Change by the Hong Kong Observatory and Future Green Leaders hosted by Leung Wing-mo, former assistant director of the Hong Kong Observatory. He will guide children to learn more about ideal professions in the environmental industry and foster environmental awareness through interactive activities. The general public can also participate in engaging workshops, including Eco Bonsai Workshop and Small Potted Plant with Coffee Grounds; and purchase various green products at the Green Mart.

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Website
Eco Expo Asia: www.ecoexpoasia.com

Media enquiries
The HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:
Clayton Lauw, Tel: (852) 2584 4472, Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.org

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

Background information on Messe Frankfurt
The Messe Frankfurt Group is one of the world’s leading trade fair, congress and event organisers with their 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 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent). For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com

Hong Kong switches electronics world on

  • More than 60,000 buyers visit the fairs in person and participants name smart-home products as the key electronics trend

The physical Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), and electronicAsia, organised by the HKTDC and MMI Asia Pte Ltd, successfully concluded today. The two four-day exhibitions attracted more than 60,000 industry buyers from 146 countries and regions to visit in person, with numbers from ASEAN countries including Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand; Turkey, UAE and Mainland China growing notably, indicating enthusiasm for Hong Kong as a trade fair platform that offers a chance to seize sourcing opportunities.

The Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia physical exhibitions concluded successfully today. The two four-day exhibitions attracted more than 60,000 industry buyers from 146 countries and regions to visit and purchase in person.

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “This year’s Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia brought together nearly 3,200 exhibitors, including overseas exhibitors from 22 countries and regions, bringing multiple innovative ideas and market insights. We are pleased to see a very vibrant and robust meeting scene throughout the fair period. And we are glad that more than 60,000 global buyers came to Hong Kong to participate in one of the most prominent electronics shows in the world, further reaffirming Hong Kong’s position as an international exhibition centre.”

With the theme Unlocking Possibilities: Harnessing AI for Innovation in Consumer Electronics, this year’s the Symposium on Innovation & Technology was attended by a number of heavyweight guests and garnered significant attention from industry participants.

Onsite survey: Nearly 80% of the exhibitors were trying to open up new markets
The HKTDC interviewed more than 1,100 buyers and exhibitors at the fair. Nearly 80% of the exhibitors said they were trying to open up new markets. North America (30%), Northern & Western Europe (28%) and ASEAN Countries (13%) were the most popular.

The Hong Kong Electronic Forum, organised by the HKTDC, MMI Asia Pte Ltd and the Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association, explored the topic of microelectronic ecosystems.

In terms of electronics product trends, respondents were optimistic about the development potential of smart home / smart living products and solutions (22%) and electronic / electrical accessories (19%) in the next two years.

Most respondents believed consumers were willing to pay an additional 20% to buy household appliances that were compatible with smart-home applications (25%).

Turning to Extended Reality (XR) applications, respondents expected the highest market potential in mobile and online gaming (25%) and automotive or other navigation (24%). Most respondents believed robotics had the highest potential to be used in home appliances fields (28%), such as vacuum cleaning and household robots.

The much-discussed generative artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining traction. Among respondents who currently use or plan to use the technology, customer service and support (52.1%) and product design and development (45.6%) were the most popular areas of application.

Exhibitors engaging with quality international buyers
Under the theme New Tech – New Trend – New Lifestyle, the Electronics Fair brought together many exhibitors with comparable strength and potential.  

Pippy Zhou, the Overseas Sales Director of Shenzhen Orange Digital Technology Co Ltd, a manufacturer of high-end home and personal entertainment products, expressed that the autumn electronics fair surpassed their expectations when compared to other overseas exhibitions they visited recently. He said: “Every day, we met with around 50 groups of potential buyers, encompassing those from European countries including the United Kingdom, Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, Italy, and Russia, as well as from the United States, Canada, Mexico, Chile, Brazil, and from Asian countries including Japan, South Korea, India, and Thailand. We anticipate conducting business transactions with 10 to 20 companies among them, resulting in orders totalling approximately 3 to 5 million US dollars.”

Chocho Group, a Hong Kong start-up that specialised in smart-product development, showcased their range of smart trackers, smart pet feeders, smart home technology solutions, and other products at the fair. Aurora Chan, Founder of Chocho, was impressed by the international nature of the event. She said: “We have received inquiries from numerous overseas buyers representing countries such as France, Spain, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and various Middle East countries. One Indonesian buyer even went so far as to offer us complimentary flight tickets to visit their company in Indonesia, which left a lasting impression on me. Originally, we had planned to expand into the international market within three to five years but now we can expedite that plan by two years.” She anticipated that about 70% of the prospective buyers they engaged at the fair would generate orders, resulting in an estimated revenue of around HK$3 million (US$384,00) for the company.

Global buyers seek smart products 
The Electronics Fair and electronicAsia attracted active participation from worldwide buyers.

Bartosz Gorecki, Label Director at x-kom sp. z o.o. in Poland, has sourced electronic products at HKTDC’s electronics fairs almost every year since 2012. This year, he attended the fair to source electronic products that are not yet available on the market, such as mobile phone accessories, computer components and computer peripherals. He engaged with more than 70 suppliers, mainly from Mainland China, Taiwan, Korea, and Vietnam, including those he contacted through the Click2Match business-matching platform. He shared: “My hope is to collaborate with around 50% of these suppliers and foresee placing orders worth between US$3 to US$5 million with these new suppliers.”

Taresh Vadgama, the Vice President of Product Development and Manufacturing at Canadian company Lenbrook International, attended the fair to source streaming and audio equipment, including speakers and amplifiers. He said: “During the event, I had the opportunity to engage with five to six promising new suppliers and conducted eight business meetings through the Click2Match platform. We are looking to establish long-term partnerships with one or two of these suppliers.”

Online intelligent matching platform extends fairs
The events featured 83 activities and forums with more than 120 industry leaders from 11 countries and regions invited to bring the latest information and unique insights from the industry to the attendees. These included The Symposium on Innovation & Technology, the Hong Kong Electronic Forum and the Reliability and Prognostics Health Management of Microelectronics Forum. Other events, including the Investment Matchmaking, Hong Kong Value Creation for Technology: Pitching Competition and Meet the Mentors, attracted many industry players to the event.

The two exhibitions will continue to be held under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid mode, where global exhibitors, industry professionals and buyers can conduct online negotiations and matching through the smart Click2Match platform until 23 October.

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Websites
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition): https://hkelectronicsfairae.hktdc.com
electronicAsia: http://www.electronicasia.com

Media enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Frankie Leung, Tel: (852) 2584 4298, Email: frankie.cy.leung@hktdc.org
Janet Chan, Tel: (852) 2584 4369, Email: janet.ch.chan@hktdc.org

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

Hong Kong Electronics fairs raise curtain on Autumn tech bonanza

Nearly 3,200 companies showcase capabilities, welcoming global buyers with creative tech and consumer electronics products

The Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and electronicAsia, organised by the HKTDC and MMI Asia Pte Ltd, open today and will run till 16 October at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Industry professionals and buyers are welcome to visit and source at the fairs.

Prof Dong SUN, JP, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, HKSAR Government, delivered opening remarks at the Symposium on Innovation & Technology

As businesses worldwide boost their application of innovation and technology, the fairs gather nearly 3,200 exhibitors from 22 countries and regions, generating global business opportunities. In addition to Hong Kong, the fairs also feature exhibitors from Mainland China, Taiwan, Japan and Korea as well as Southeast Asian countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. European exhibitors include those from Denmark, France, Germany and Switzerland, as well as the United States. The extensive geographical reach of the shows demonstrates the industry’s enthusiasm for expanding opportunities through exhibition platforms and cements Hong Kong’s position as an international trade-fair hub.

The Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia opened today and will run till 16 October at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

Themed New Tech. New Trend. New Lifestyle, the fair draws high-potential cutting-edge innovators such as Reefan International Limited (booth number: 1C-B02), which focuses on smart health-tech products; and Roadrover Technology (Hong Kong) Co., Limited (booth number: 1CON-016), a company that develops smart driving and automotive electronic solutions.

Start-up Zone gathers nearly 90 entrepreneurial firms, presenting innovative and promising products and solutions

The two fairs feature a plethora of exhibits. The old wing of the HKCEC showcases mainly technology products and services, including solutions utilising deep tech. Featured areas include the Tech Hall and Start-up Zone, which gathers nearly 90 start-up companies. The new wing of HKCEC will primarily showcase high-growth consumer electronic products. Highlight zones include the Hall of Fame and the debut Energy Storage Zone.

Innovative products and solutions featured at the fair include:

Wireless Charging Technology
Portable Wireless Phone Charging Case (iii Hong Kong Limited; booth number CH-D15): Weighing just 80 grams, this portable device allows for easy charging of phones and Bluetooth earphones through public USB ports while safeguarding against data theft. Importers of mobile phone products in the US and Singapore will soon start to manufacture this innovative product. Buyers from Dubai, the Czech Republic and Japan have reached out to the company through the HKTDC’s Click2Match smart business matching platform to schedule collaboration meetings during the fair.

Network Technology
Remote Control Machinery and Vehicle Solutions (eSIX Limited; booth number CH-A06): This network technology solution enables more efficient remote monitoring and control of machine operations. The related technological solutions have already been implemented in container terminals in Hong Kong and Shenzhen and a pilot project in Guangzhou is testing the remote control of autonomous vehicles.

Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT)
Fire Alarm System (FireAlert Limited; booth number CH-D01): Utilising thermal imaging cameras and wireless sensors, this system detects fire and smoke within buildings and pinpoints the fire.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI Detection Camera (CY Technology [International] Limited; booth number 5F-G05): The vision system detects pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles in areas around the vehicle outside the driver’s line of sight. It provides real-time visual and audio alerts, notifying the driver of potential risks.

Robotics Technology
Underground Pipeline Robot (Bonbon-X Limited; booth number CH-C14): Equipped with infrared cameras, the robot is designed to replace workers in accessing underground pipelines to detect cracks and document the condition. It can also monitor gas concentration, temperature and humidity levels.

The concurrent electronicAsia presents featured zones with a wide range of exhibits, such as electronics parts and components, keyboards and switches, power supplies, printed circuit boards and EMS, display technology, test and inspection equipment and more. The fair has also attracted leading technology companies, including Guangdong Fenghua Advanced Technology Holding Co., Ltd (booth number 5B-A20), a production base of high-end components and electronic materials; and Chily Precision Industrial Co., Ltd (booth number 5B-F02), manufacturer of power switches and power sockets from Taiwan.

The organisers and partners are hosting more than 80 events and forums during the shows. The Symposium on Innovation & Technology, jointly organised by the HKTDC and Hong Kong Electronics & Technologies Association, was held today, with officiating guest Prof Dong SUN, JP, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry delivering opening remarks. Themed Unlocking Possibilities: Harnessing AI for Innovation in Consumer Electronics, the symposium featured heavyweight speakers who shared insights on industry-related topics and explored applications and opportunities brought about by AI. The event garnered enthusiastic participation from experienced technology experts and industry professionals.

The Hong Kong Electronic Forum, organised by the HKTDC, MMI Asia Pte Ltd and the Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association, will be held tomorrow to explore multiple hot issues such as microelectronics ecosystem. The Reliability and Prognostics Health Management of Microelectronics Forum will be held on the closing day of the fairs.

Start-ups will promote innovative ideas at other events, including the Investment Matchmaking and Hong Kong Value Creation for Technology: Pitching Competition to invite support from investors. Additionally, they will seek advice from experts on business development at the Meet the Mentors event.

Under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, exhibitors and buyers can meet online through the Click2Match smart business matching platform in addition to attending the physical fair, and participants from all industries and buyers are welcome to join.

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Websites
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition): https://hkelectronicsfairae.hktdc.com electronicAsia: http://www.electronicasia.com Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition): https://hklightingfairae.hktdc.com Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo: https://hkotlexpo.hktdc.com

Media enquiries
The HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition)
electronicAsia
Frankie Leung, Tel: (852) 2584 4298, Email: frankie.cy.leung@hktdc.org
Janet Chan, Tel: (852) 2584 4369, Email: janet.ch.chan@hktdc.org

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

Hong Kong Electronics and Lighting Fairs illuminate business opportunities

The Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), and electronicAsia, organised by the HKTDC and MMI Asia Pte Ltd, will run concurrently from 13 to 16 October at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Shortly after, the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) will run at the HKCEC from 27 to 30 October and Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo from 26 to 29 October at AsiaWorld-Expo.

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC (centre); Steve Chuang, Chairman of the HKTDC Electronics/Electrical Appliances Industries Advisory Committee [L]; and Victor Choi, Chairman, Hong Kong Electronics & Technologies Association [R]

The four fairs, hosting over 6,200 exhibitors from 35 countries and regions, will present a wide range of top-notch smart products and solutions, related services and information, lighting products and technologies for many industries, bringing exhibitors and buyers cross-sectoral business opportunities.

GooVision Technology Company Limited, an EFAE exhibitor, showcases a headset that brings excellent Extended Reality (XR) experience

Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, told the pre-event press conference: “October is the peak season for exhibitions. The four exhibitions we launch this month attract a number of innovative companies with strong potential, gathering exhibitors not just from local, but also from Mainland China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Indonesian, Malaysia, Singapore, and other countries and regions; and European countries such as Denmark, France, Germany and Switzerland; as well as the United States. It shows that the industry is actively seizing the huge opportunities brought about by innovation and technology to expand business opportunities through the fairs.”

InnoTech Association Limited will showcase at Electronics Fair smart glasses that utilise artificial intelligence computer vision to convert text into speech for visually impaired individuals

Three highlight zones filled with top of the range technology companies

The Electronics Fair and electronicAsia will host nearly 3,200 exhibitors from 22 countries and regions. Themed New Tech. New Trend. New Lifestyle, the electronics show will bring together a plethora of smart home and office products, such as IoT household goods, health and beauty care products, home and office appliances, entertainment and game products and more, opening up an exciting indoor digital world for the public as artificial intelligence (AI) applications proliferate. The fair also launches outdoor products – including in-vehicle electronics and navigation systems, mobile chargers, sports, camping and outdoor goods – offering users an interesting and enjoyable outdoor life.

The old wing of HKCEC will be dedicated to showcasing technology products and services, including products and solutions utilising deep tech. Among them, the Tech Hall will highlight the latest virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) products and robotics inventions; whereas in the Start-up Zone, technology entrepreneurs will present innovative and promising products and solutions. In addition, there are zones showcasing a diverse range of electronic products including connected home items, computer and electronic gaming products, as well as in-car devices.

The new wing of HKCEC will primarily showcase appliances and consumer products. Among them, the Hall of Fame Zone will showcase consumer electronics products from renowned brands around the world, providing the public with a convenient and tasteful smart life; the debut Energy Storage Zone will showcase high-capacity mobile chargers.

The fair has attracted a number of top-tier exhibitors including Italian home appliance brand LAICA, Japan’s Toshiba Lifestyle Products & Services Corporation, a Hong Kong-listed company providing IoT solutions Tuya (HK) Limited; a tech firm invested by Haier Group, Qingdao Thunderobot Technology Co.,Ltd; and Huizhou TCL Mobile Communication Company Limited.

At electronicAsia, a wide range of electronics parts and components and related solutions will be showcased, from keyboards and switches, power supplies and photovoltaic (PV) technologies for renewable energy solutions, printed circuit boards and EMS, display technology, to test and inspection equipment. First-time participants of the fair include Amicro Semiconductor Co., Ltd., a “little giant” from Zhuhai listed as a top performer among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for its exceptional mastery of key technologies and remarkable innovation capacity. In addition, OncQue Corporation from Taiwan, a company specialising in development of technological devices such as vibration sensors and optical sensors, will also be at the fair.

With the support of the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks, IOTHK Association and Jumpstart, the Start-up Zone brings nearly 80 exhibitors with eye-opening technologies. Among them, Hong Kong enterprise Full Nature Farms revitalised industrial premises into an indoor farm, using the biomimicry farming techniques and Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) to efficiently cultivate affordable organic vegetables and edible flowers.

Symposium on Innovation & Technology discusses key technology issues on first day
A number of seminars and events at the fairs will examine key technology issues. The Symposium on Innovation & Technology, jointly organised by the HKTDC and Hong Kong Electronics & Technologies Association, will be held on the first day (13 October). Prof Dong SUN, JP, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau, will officiate at the event and deliver opening remarks. Themed Unlocking Possibilities: Harnessing AI for Innovation in Consumer Electronics, the forum has invited heavyweight speakers to share insights on industry-related topics, explore the applications and opportunities of generative AI, and discuss hot topics such as metaverse, VR and XR (Extended Reality), and sustainable development.

The Hong Kong Electronic Forum, co-organised by the HKTDC, MMI Asia Pte Ltd and the Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association, will be held on the second day of the fair to explore multiple hot issues such as microelectronic ecosystems. The Reliability and Prognostics Health Management of Microelectronics Forum will be held on the closing day of the fairs.

At other events, including the Investment Matchmaking, Hong Kong Value Creation for Technology: Pitching Competition and Meet the Mentors, start-ups will promote innovative ideas, invite support from investors and seek advice from experts on business development.

Connected Lighting Zone launches at Autumn Lighting Fair
Under the theme Light Up Every Opportunity, the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will gather more than 3,000 exhibitors from over 30 countries and regions. The 25th Autumn Lighting Fair this year introduces the Connected Lighting Zone, highlighting smart and IoT-enabled lighting solutions from renowned international companies and brands, including Leedarson, Midea, Snappy, Quectel, as well as members of DALI Alliance and Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association. Another highlighted zone – Hall of Aurora – will also bring together premium lighting products from top-tier global brands, including Megaman, Prosperity Group and Signify. Other thematic zones include Commercial Lighting, Residential Lighting, LED Lighting, LED Essentials, Smart Lighting & Solutions.

Outdoor and Tech Light Expo spotlights sustainable lighting design
The Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will present such product zones as Exterior Lighting Solutions and Systems, Horticultural Lighting, Innobuild, Outdoor Advertising Lighting, Outdoor and Public Lighting as well as Technical and Professional Lighting.

The Lighting Fairs will feature forums and seminars including the Connected Lighting Forum at the HKCEC from 27 to 28 October, with the themes of Unlocking New Realms in Connected Lighting and Smart Lighting for Healthy Living. Seminars for Outdoor and Tech Light Expo, themed Sustainable Lighting Design and Energy Solutions for a Greener Future in Hong Kong, will also be held at AsiaWorld-Expo on 26 and 27 October.

During the fair period, free shuttle bus service will be provided for registered exhibitors and buyers between the HKCEC and AsiaWorld-Expo.

Under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, exhibitors and buyers can use the Click2Match smart business matching platform to conduct online meetings, in addition to attending the physical fair, and  participants from all industries and buyers are welcome to join.

Websites
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition): https://hkelectronicsfairae.hktdc.com
electronicAsia: http://www.electronicasia.com
Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition): https://hklightingfairae.hktdc.com
Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo: https://hkotlexpo.hktdc.com

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Media enquiries
The HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition)
electronicAsia
Frankie Leung, Tel: (852) 2584 4298, Email: frankie.cy.leung@hktdc.org
Janet Chan, Tel: (852) 2584 4369, Email: janet.ch.chan@hktdc.org

Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition)
Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo
Snowy Chan, Tel: (852) 2584 4525, Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.org

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

HKTDC Export Index 3Q23: Export sentiment softens in Q3

Optimism for ASEAN, Japan and Mainland China markets

The HKTDC Export Index fell 7.3 points to 40.5 in the third quarter of 2023, caused primarily by weak global demand, in line with weakness in exports across the region.

HKTDC Director of Research Ms Irina Fan [L] and Senior Economist Ms Cherry Yeung [R] announced the HKTDC Export Index for the third quarter of 2023 at a press conference today.

Economic risks remained exporters’ top concern. Almost half of survey respondents (48.6%) saw economic slowdowns or recession risks in overseas markets as the biggest challenge, followed by ongoing geopolitical tensions (17.9%) and a smaller-than-expected boost from Mainland China’s economic recovery (16.5%).

Despite the softened export sentiment, traders intend to adopt pro-growth business strategies to strengthen their resilience in the longer term.

Pro-growth business strategies
While increased marketing and promotional activities (41.4%) remained exporters’ key strategies in the third quarter, a significantly higher number of exporters said they plan to provide a wider range of value-added services (40.5%, up 19.2 percentage points).

The third top strategy is to stabilise finances to ensure sufficient cash flow (32%, up 4.7 percentage points). Diversifying sales to additional markets (26.3%) and increasing e-commerce activities (25.7%) were also among the five most popular strategies identified.

Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) Director of Research Ms Irina Fan said in response to an uncertain global business environment, traders are adopting a more cautious approach. “At the same time, they are still eager to grow their businesses with proactive measures, such as stepping up marketing and promotional activities, offering more services and expanding to new markets,” she added.

Exporters tend to keep low inventory 
Local exporters tended to run down on inventory (51.5) in the third quarter, suggesting they are holding slightly lower-than-normal inventory, compared with higher-than-normal stocks (48.5) in the second quarter. 

Ms Fan added: “Keeping low inventory levels may mean exporters are trying to minimise the costs of holding stocks and ensure that sufficient resources are available to respond promptly to buyers’ demands.”

More than 70% of the respondents said they are currently operating at smaller-than-normal capacity in terms of manpower and production equipment.

Brighter spots
HKTDC Senior Economist Ms. Cherry Yeung said the sentiment towards all key export markets was below 50, but local exporters are more optimistic about the Asian market, being the most positive about ASEAN (41.6), followed by Japan (39.1) and Mainland China (38.6).

While export confidence was highest in the toys (42.2, down 13.2 points) and electronics (40.8, down 6.9 points) sectors, confidence levels have dropped substantially regarding timepieces (32.9, down 15.9 points).

Stable or higher export profitability expected
New orders activity also remained weak. The Current New Orders Index fell 12.5 points to 32.6 in the third quarter. However, exporters are more positive about new orders in the fourth quarter, resulting in an overall Expected New Orders Index of 46.2.

Despite that, exporters remained mostly optimistic about their operations’ profitability outlook and shared similar views as in the second quarter. The majority of respondents (61.7%) expected to see stable (34.3%) or higher (27.4%) profit margins.

Based on a quarterly HKTDC survey of 500 exporters from six major industries – clothing, electronics, jewellery, machinery, timepieces and toys – the index above 50 indicates an optimistic outlook and below 50 as pessimistic.

Two new markets – India and Taiwan – were added to provide insights into additional markets in the HKTDC Export Index for the third quarter of 2023. The study now covers seven major export markets contributing some 85% of Hong Kong’s total exports (in value terms).

Taking all these factors into account, HKTDC Research has revised its forecast for Hong Kong’s export growth this year to between -7% and -9%.

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

References

HKTDC Research website: https://research.hktdc.com/en/

HKTDC Export Index 3Q23: Export sentiment softens from two-year high: https://research.hktdc.com/en/article/MTQ4NzAxNDQ3Mw

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Media enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC’s Communication and Public Affairs Department:
Jane Cheung, Tel: +852 2584 4137, Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.org

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

Hong Kong Dinner in London returns after 4-year hiatus

After a four-year absence due to the pandemic, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) once again organised the annual Hong Kong Dinner in London to celebrate Hong Kong-UK ties and promote business opportunities and growth globally.

Speaking at the Hong Kong Dinner in London, HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam said that the HKTDC looks forward to strengthening ties between the UK and Hong Kong business communities in the years ahead.

Hong Kong and the UK have long shared strong bilateral economic and business relations. In spite of the disruptions of the past few years, the partnership remained strong, with the UK becoming Hong Kong’s second-largest trading partner in Europe in 2022.

With this dinner, the HKTDC, also aimed to reaffirm Hong Kong’s position as a leading international finance, business and investment hub and gateway between Mainland China and the UK and beyond.

At the dinner, Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, delivered his opening remarks to some 400 business leaders from the UK and Hong Kong: “Hong Kong’s fundamental strengths continue to position it as the go-to platform for UK businesses to access the vast China and Asia markets. Hong Kong is a key city in the rapidly growing Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. The HKTDC will continue to help UK businesses succeed in Asia by connecting them with arising opportunities in the region.”

Speaking at the Hong Kong Dinner in London, HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam said that the HKTDC looks forward to strengthening ties between the UK and Hong Kong business communities in the years ahead.

The dinner’s guest of honour Mr Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR, remarked: “In the past few years, the business communities in the UK and Hong Kong have faced many global challenges. As Peter noted, our bilateral trade is solid. And we’re still home to more than 650 UK companies and thousands of UK expats – most, if not all, of them happy that business, and rugby, are back in Hong Kong. That, I’d say, speaks well of our traditionally strong cultural ties and long-standing people-to-people bonds.”

Mr. Paul Chan, the Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR, welcomed UK businesses, consultants, and professionals to participate in the infrastructure development of the Northern Metropolis and a large-scale reclamation project at Kau Yi Chau.

Mr. Chan reiterated that Hong Kong’s singular one country, two systems principle remains firmly in place. Additionally, Hong Kong has introduced financial services and innovation and technology initiatives aimed at driving the city’s economic future. Hong Kong will also press ahead with innovation and technology (I&T) development by actively strengthening collaboration with sister cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. More innovative policies will be taken forward together to spur the development of the Northern Metropolis as an I&T hub. In particular, there is promising prospect for green tech and green finance.

The Hong Kong Dinner in London has been a long-standing tradition, taking place annually since 1983.

Guests at this year’s event included Mr Martin Barrow, Director of Jardine Matheson Holdings Ltd; Mr Colin Bell, Chief Executive Officer of HSBC Bank Plc; Tan Sri Dato’ David Chiu, Chairman of Far East Consortium International Limited; Dr Jonathan Choi, Chairman of the Chinese General Chamber of Commerce; Mr Jack So Chak-kwong, Chairman of the Airport Authority Hong Kong; Baroness Dunn, DBE, Honorary President of the Hong Kong Association; Mr Ian Galbraith, Group Board Director-Strategy of Mott MacDonald; Mr John Greenwood, Chief Economist of the International Monetary Monitor; and Dr Gerard Lyons, Board Member of Bank of China (UK).

They also included Lord Mountevans, Chairman of The Baltic Exchange Ltd; Lord Paul of Marylebone, Former Director of Caparo Limited; Minister Wang Qi, Minister of The People’s Republic of China; Mr Michael Thomas, Former Attorney-General of Hong Kong; Mr Barnaby Swire, Chairman of John Swire & Sons Ltd; Mr Christian Salbaing, Deputy Chairman of Hutchison Whampoa Europe Ltd; Sir Jonathan Symonds, Chair of GSK ; José Viñals, Group Chairman of Standard Chartered PLC; and Lord David Wilson, Former Hong Kong Governor.

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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

HKTDC Hong Kong Watch Design Competition mixes creativity, playfulness

  • Hong Kong International Watch Forum explores regional trade trends

Nearly 15,000 buyers from 95 countries and regions attended the physical exhibitions of the 42nd HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and 11th Salon de TE, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd and The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd. The physical exhibitions ended on 9 September but under the hybrid EXHIBITION+ format the online exhibitions continue until 16 September. During the fairs, the results of the 40th Hong Kong Watch Design Competition, also organised by the three organisers, were announced. Winning and finalist entries were prominently displayed to global visitors.

Open Group champion of the 40th Hong Kong Watch & Clock Design Competition: Scroll Bar.

To provide industry professionals with the latest market trends and insights from the global watch and clock industry, the HKTDC organised the Hong Kong International Watch Forum on the first day of the fairs (5 September). Representatives from watch associations in Mainland China, France, Germany, Japan, Korea and Switzerland were invited to discuss the industry’s regional trade performance and global outlook. On 6 September, the annual Asian Watch Conference was held with the theme, Shaping the Future of Watch: The Next Design Trends. Speakers delved into sustainability in watchmaking as well as the latest trends and future directions of watch design to inspire new ideas.

Hong Kong Watch Design Competition – uncovering talent
The Hong Kong Watch Design Competition has been striving to elevate the design and quality of Hong Kong watches and clocks and encourage creative ideas, while also identifying local design talent and injecting a new impetus into the industry. The competition’s 40th edition featured an Open Group and a Student Group, with the themes The Beauty of Perspective and Game Code, respectively. The competition was enthusiastically received, with 84 high-quality entries submitted. Winners were selected by a judging panel comprising nine industry leaders and celebrity judge Jessica Hsuan.

In the Open Group, Tam Kwok Tung emerged as champion with Scroll Bar. By ingeniously manipulating perspective, the design creates a sense of depth within the confined space of the wrist, revealing the aesthetic allure of traditional mechanical watches. The first runner-up was Chan Kar Him with TRAVERSE, which features an entirely transparent case and employs a horizontal assembly method to fully highlight the exquisite craftsmanship of watch movement. Second runner-up was Heromex Watch Company Limited for its design, Mondrian. Inspired by the Dutch artist Piet Mondrian, the watch uses basic shapes and primary colours to create an abstract composition. The radiating black lines on the dial are complemented by scattered colour blocks and a skeleton movement, expressing the aesthetics of perspective.

Within the Student Group, Wong Yin Yeung of the Youth College International clinched the champion title for his design, TANZZLE. The designer believed the distance between people brought by the pandemic could be bridged by games in the post-pandemic era. His watch features a foldable design and incorporates a Tangram on the watch face. Wearers can engage in exciting matches with friends anytime and anywhere by racing to form various shapes and graphics with the Tangram. The versatile game play and minimalistic design of the watch inspire limitless creativity.

The first runner-up of the Student Group was Pui Hong Yiu of the School for Higher and Professional Education (DILWL) with Over Game, which features a yellow and black square case that resembles a mini arcade game machine. The face of the watch showcases a scene from the classic game Pac-Man. Meanwhile on the back, a maze game with two steel balls represents the Pac-Man characters giving chase and eluding capture. This playful design embodies a work hard, play hard attitude towards life. The second runner-up was Kwong Wai Yin of the Hong Kong Design Institute for Target. Inspired by the ever-challenging claw machines, she created a watch case in the shape of a coin, symbolising a chance to play, as well as a catch-type clasp. The design conveys the idea of seizing every opportunity.

All the winning and finalist entries were displayed during the Watch & Clock Fair, where the Award Presentation Ceremony of the 40th Watch Design Competition cum Fashion x Watch Parade was also held.

Hong Kong International Watch Forum – profitability trends up in Mainland China
The HKTDC hosted the Hong Kong International Watch Forum on 5 September, inviting representatives from watch associations to discuss the industry’s most recent regional trade performance and global outlook.

Zhang Hong-guang, Director General of the China Horologe Association, cited statistics on 297 watch and clock enterprises in Mainland China. He pointed out that the industry’s cumulative revenue in the first half of this year reached RMB12.491 billion (US$137.5 million), down 11.3% from the previous year, while clock production was 33.6132 million pieces, a year-on-year decline of 9.05% and watch production fell 23.64% to 45.6928 million pieces .

Mr Zhang said: “In the first half of 2023, despite Mainland China’s economic development remaining generally steady, the watch and clock industry’s revenue fell 11% year-on-year. Cumulative exports rose 2.28% year on year to US$2.252 billion. Among this, exports of watch movements reached US$678 million, up 9.79% over the previous year. Cumulative imports totalled US$2.33 billion, an increase of 11.48% year-on-year. These figures suggest that market demand is recovering. With consumption momentum picking up, the watch and clock industry’s production, sales and profitability are all improving, and the market is trending upwards.”

Overseas makers’ prices and volumes grow
Mari Yamazaki, General Manager of the Japan Clock and Watch Association, reported that there were positive signs of recovery in the Japanese watch and clock markets after travel restrictions were lifted following a prolonged downturn caused by COVID-19. The momentum of recovery had decelerated but Japanese watch exports in the first half of the year still exceeded 42.4 billion yen (US$288 million), marking a 12% year on year rise. Notably mechanical watch sales experienced the most significant growth, surging 26% to reach 11.7 billion yen. This trend underscored the enduring popularity of mechanical watches among consumers over the past decade, with high-end watch prices aligning with global trends.

According to Dr Guido Grohmann, Managing Director of the German Association of Jewellery, Watches, Clocks & Supplying Industry, German watch and clock exports recorded a 10% year on year increase last year, rising from EUR1.5 billion (USD1.61 billion) to EUR1.702 billion. Imports also rebounded, escalating from EUR1.865 billion in 2020 to EUR2.195 billion in 2021. Furthermore, the import volume in the previous year reached a new high of EUR2.524 billion, up 15.1% on the year.

Dr Jean Daniel Pasche, President of the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry FH, highlighted that Switzerland exported watches worth 13 billion Swiss francs (US$14.58 billion) in the first half of this year. Exports of electronic watches surged 18.8% year on year while mechanical watch exports showed an 11% growth. The global appeal of Swiss watches led to increased exports to several countries and regions during the first half of this year, including the United States (+9.9%), Mainland China (+25.4%), Hong Kong (+28.8%), Japan (+5.9%), and the United Kingdom (+7.8%).

Guillaume Adam, General Secretary of the France Horlogerie, said that in 2021 France emerged as the world’s fifth-largest exporter of watches and the fourth-largest exporter of watch components and straps. Based on the most recent export data, watch exports from France rose 17% between June last year and May this year, with a 21% increase in watch exports and a 4% rise in the exports of components and straps.

Dae-Boong Kim, Executive Director of the Korea Watch & Clock Industry Cooperative, observed that the consumption of watches and clocks in Korea displayed divergent trends. Consumption of high-end and luxury brand watches continued to rise as the local economy and living standards improved. In 2022, Korea’s affluent population spent more than US$16.8 billion on high-end, branded watches, highlighting the country’s market and demand for these products.

Industry experts examine industry trends and market outlook
The Asian Watch Conference on 6 September was themed Shaping the Future of Watch: The Next Design Trends. The event featured Anna Dai, Research Analyst of Euromonitor International (Hong Kong), who shared insights on how sustainability was shaping the future of watchmaking. She elaborated on how global brands were integrating ESG (environmental, social, and governance) principles into every facet of their watch manufacturing processes, starting from design to the sourcing of materials. The event also welcomed Zhang Jianmin, Founder & President of Shenzhen CIGA Design Co., Ltd., who provided an account of the success achieved by his domestically established watch brand. He highlighted the journey of Mainland Chinese watches advancing from their origins in Shenzhen to gaining global recognition and prominent in Geneva. His discussion emphasised how Mainland watches had improved in various aspects, including design, production and sales. Independent Swiss watchmaker Ollivier Savelli discussed innovative design concepts and development directions embraced by independent Swiss wristwatches, introducing fresh inspiration and ideas to the world of watch design.

Websites
– Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair: https://hkwatchfair.hktdc.com
– Salon de TE: https://hkwatchfair.hktdc.com/te
– Intelligence Hub: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkwatchfair/en/intelligence-hub
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Media enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Frankie Leung, Tel:+852 2584 4298, Email: frankie.cy.leung@hktdc.org
Agnes Wat, Tel: +852 2584 4554, Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org

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