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Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have enjoyed robust bilateral trade relations on a range of products and services over the years. Adding to the Hong Kong’s business advantages, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) gathers the latest market intelligence and form partnerships to develop business for corporations.
Mr Daniel Lam, Regional Director, Middle East & Africa, HKTDC announced here today that five international trade fairs will be held this autumn in Hong Kong, which will offer ideal platforms for traders and suppliers from the UAE to expand their businesses into new markets. These fairs are:
- Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) (13-16 October 2026)
- electronicAsia (13-16 October 2026)
- Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) (27-30 October 2026)
- Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo 2025 (26–29 October 2026)
- ECO Expo Asia (26–29 October 2026)
The UAE is Hong Kong’s 12th largest trading partner. In 2025, the total trade value between the two places reached over USD 17.4 billion. In which, the UAE was Hong Kong’s 6th major export market with a total export value of over USD 12.8 billion and 17th largest import source with an import value of over USD 4.6 billion.
Portfolio of the Autumn Tech Fairs
Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition):
https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkelectronicsfairae/en
electronicAsia:
https://www.hktdc.com/event/electronicasia/en
13 – 16 October2026 Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
6 – 23 October 2026 Click2Match (Online)
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will host two prominent exhibitions from 13-16 October in Hong Kong — the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia , jointly organized by HKTDC and MMI Asia Pte Ltd.
The fairs will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), showcasing the latest consumer electronics, smart products, electronic components and innovative technology solutions. Last year, the fairs brought more than 3,200 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions and attracted nearly 60,000 industry buyers from 142 countries and regions, who visited to source the latest products and explore new business opportunities.
Entering its 46th edition, the Electronics Fair continues to serve as a premier global platform connecting the international electronics industry, showcasing groundbreaking products and innovative solutions that align with latest tech trends.
This year’s fair will spotlight three key themes:
- AI and Robotics: Bring together the latest advancements and applications in AI, robotics and intelligent automation, showcasing how emerging technologies are driving industrial transformation and reshaping the future of work and everyday life. The fair will also feature the dedicated “RoboPark” zone, where diverse application scenarios and live demonstrations highlight how robotics are being incorporated into industrial manufacturing, commercial services and daily life, unlocking limitless possibilities for a smarter future.
- Smart Wellness: Showcasing a wide range of digital health devices, smart wearables, personal care technologies, elderly-care solutions and wellness -focused electronic products, this theme reflects the growing demand for technology-enabled health management and enhanced quality of life.
- NEXTEntertainment: Focusing on the future of the digital entertainment, the fair showcases immersive, interactive and intelligent entertainment experiences. Featuring XR technologies, smart gaming devices, digital content creation tools, entertainment solutions and innovative consumer electronics to enhance entertainment experiences and empower digital content creation.
Various zones will be set up facilitating buyers in sourcing products. The highlighted zones include:
- Hall of Fame: A collection of electronic products from renowned global brands. The fair will continue to feature the “RISE Avenue”, highlighting emerging brands and innovative products.
- Future Industries Zone (NEW): Organised by the HKTDC and the Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association, and supported by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau (ITIB) of the Hong Kong SAR Government, the Future Industries Zone showcases innovations across five key areas including Future Computing, Future Manufacturing, Future Microelectronics, Future Ocean Economy & Quantum Computing, and Future Wellness, this new zone highlights the latest technological advancements shaping the future of industries and smart cities.
- Startup Zone: Showcasing promising startups and emerging ideas. A curated series of start-up events will be held to foster connection, collaboration, and growth.
electronicAsia, held concurrently with the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition), focuses on various electronic components, parts, and related solutions.
During the fairs, a series of forums, conferences and seminar sessions will be organized, where industry experts will share insights on latest market trends and technological developments while providing valuable networking opportunities for industry professionals. In addition, startups will be able to showcase their innovative ideas through this platform, connect with potential investors and gain advice from experts to support their business growth and development.
In 2025, the two fairs attracted over 60,000 industry buyers from 142 countries and regions.
HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition)
27 – 30 October 2026
https://www.hktdc.com/event/hklightingfairae/en
HKTDC Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo
26 – 29 October 2026
https://www.hktdc.com/event/hklightingfairae/en
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will be held in late October. The Autumn Lighting Fair will take place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 27 to 30 October, while the Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will be held at AsiaWorld-Expo from 26 to 29 October.
Renowned as two of the world’s premier lighting trade fairs, this year’s twin lighting fairs will be held under the theme “Beyond Illumination”. Bringing together some 3,000 exhibitors from more than 20 countries and regions, the fairs will showcase a diverse range of innovative lighting products and solutions that blend smart technologies, sustainability and design craftsmanship.
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Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) – HKCEC
A highlight zone of the 28th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), the Hall of Connected Lighting makes a return this year with a line-up of more than 50 leading global brands, including local brands Dimon, TUYA Smart, and Viliya from Chinese Mainland, as well as international names such as Viso Systems from Denmark, Casambi from Finland, Japan Display from Japan, Signify from the Netherlands, LiteTrace from USA, and global major industry alliances.
Exhibitors will showcase an array of award-winning designs, designer collaboration collections, and lighting solutions featured in world-class landmark projects. Combined with diverse themed scenarios and immersive lighting installations, visitors will gain first-hand experience of the latest smart lighting products and solutions.
This year’s new zone, LED Display Solutions will bring together industry-leading display technologies and creative applications, showcasing the latest high-definition LED displays, transparent displays, flexible panels, and immersive visual systems that bring transformative visual effects to retail spaces, event experiences, and architectural projects.
Another fair spotlight, the Hall of Aurora, will feature some 500 renowned brands, presenting lighting fixtures and products that blend creativity, design aesthetics, and superior craftsmanship. Exhibitors include local pioneers Prosperity Group and Profiled Group, major players from Chinese Mainland such as Eaglerise, FSL, LEEDARSON and Opple, as well as international brands like Lival from Finland, Cupower from Germany, and Beghelli from Italy.
Other zones include:
- The Commercial Lighting zone will showcase a wide range of commercial lighting products designed to meet the diverse needs of buyers across various industries, addressing the distinct lighting needs of retail, office, and other commercial spaces;
- The LED Essentials zone will feature a diverse collection of lighting accessories and components;
- The LED Lighting zone will display a diverse range of LED light sources, including LED tube, panel light, bulb etc., providing the fundamentals for energy-efficient solutions;
- The Residential Lighting zone will showcase an array of functional and decorative household lighting products;
- The Testing, Certification & Inspection zone with companies providing professional light quality testing and certification services;
- The Trade Service & Publications zone with companies offering market intelligence, industry publications, as well as business support services for the lighting industry.
Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo – Hall 6,8 @AsiaWorld-Expo)
The 11th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will be held from 26 to 29 October at AsiaWorld-Expo, showcasing a comprehensive range of outdoor, commercial and industrial lighting products and solutions to drive smart city development. The expo will feature 3 thematic zones including: the Smart Pole and Solution zone showcases technologies and integrated solutions to optimise energy efficiency, improve urban management and elevate the quality of life for city residents; the Landscape and Architectural Lighting zone presents advanced lighting solutions that enrich urban ambience while enhancing safety, functionality and aesthetic appeal across public and commercial spaces; the Outdoor, Industrial and Technical Lighting zone features a wide spectrum of professional-grade lighting products designed for outdoor environments, industrial applications and technical settings such as warehouses, factories and infrastructure projects.
A Rich Programme to Stay Ahead of Innovative High-End Design and the Latest Market Trends
The twin lighting fairs will collaborate with prestigious international lighting organisations to feature a series of thematic seminars, product launches and networking events. The Innovative Lighting Design Forum will take place on 27 October at the HKCEC under the theme “Treasures of Light: Artistic Brilliance Beyond Exhibitions”. Award-winning lighting designers renowned for their work on museums, exhibitions and art galleries will share the latest market trends with case studies. Featured speakers include Dr Yan Liu, Design Director, China, AT Design & Consulting Co. Ltd. (Chinese Mainland), who has contributed to the lighting design of the Musée du Louvre, the Cité du Vin, the Palace Museum in Beijing, and the National Centre for the Performing Arts of China, among many other landmark projects; and Mr Adam Meredith, Lighting Designer, MEGS Lighting (Australia), who led the lighting design of M+.
Following this is “Award-Winning Illumination: Highlights from the IES Illumination Awards”, a new event co-organised with Illuminating Engineering Society (IES). Winners of one of the industry’s highest honours—the “IES Illumination Awards”—will analyse the artistic and technological developments in different lighting design categories.
Another debut event “Circularity in Lighting Design” will be co-organised with Women in Lighting (WIL) on 28 October. Influential female designers, including Ms Sophie O’Rourke, Principal Lighting Designer, AECOM and Co-Founding Member of the Green Light Alliance (the United Kingdom); Mrs Pavlina Akritas, Founder, Akritas Lighting Design (the United Kingdom); Ms Yah Li Toh, Founder and Principal, Light Collab (Singapore); Ms Jinkie de Jesus, Founder, Light Plan Inc. (the Philippines) and more, will discuss relevant topics in detail. Another key event, the Connected Lighting Forum, co-organised with Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association (SILA), will be under the theme “Healing Light for the Future: Illuminating Emotional Well-being”, discovering the development of intelligent and human-centric lighting technologies in psychological wellness and sharing application cases of light healing and therapy.
In addition, numerous exhibitor and buyer activities will be held at the AsiaWorld-Expo, including a seminar on 27 October to explore how AI-driven outdoor lighting technologies can be applied in smart cities.
Providing Buyers with a Seamless Sourcing Journey
The events will adopt the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, enhanced by the Click2Match online smart business matching platform, which will be available from 19 October to 6 November. Additionally, the Scan2Match feature in the HKTDC Marketplace App will be accessible onsite for buyers to scan dedicated QR codes from exhibitors to:
- Bookmark favorite booths and products
- Instantly access detailed product information
- View interactive electronic floor plans
- Continue conversations with exhibitors after the fair
The seamless experience ensures a smoother, more connected sourcing journey—before, during, and after the fair.
ECO Expo Asia
26 – 29 October 2026
https://www.hktdc.com/event/ecoexpoasia/en
The 21st edition of Eco Expo Asia is set to return to AsiaWorld-Expo from 26 – 29 October 2026, anchoring the city as a leading platform for international environmental development. Aligning with major global green trends, the fair will feature a range of specialised product zones showcasing exhibitors across key sectors such as new energy and energy efficiency, air quality, water treatment and quality management, circular economy and waste management, green building technology and services, green finance and ESG-related services, green and smart mobility, eco-friendly products and start-up zone.
Building on strong international presence with support from governments
With strong support from various government authorities and industry associations from the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and abroad, the fair provides extensive B2G, B2B and B2C interactions. It is also well positioned to advance sustainability goals and drive commercial growth across the green supply chain. Building on the success of last year’s event, which attracted around 340 exhibitors, over 11,000 buyers from 118 countries and regions, 17 group delegations, and roughly 200 key officials from around the world, the Eco Expo Asia 2026 is set to bring even greater opportunities for the industry.
Fostering sustainability through engaging dialogue and innovative solutions
In addition to the fair, a variety of seminars, forums, product presentations, and networking sessions are arranged to keep visitors updated about the latest market developments and to encourage meaningful partnerships. Renowned speakers, industry leaders, and government representatives come together to share their insights on a wide range of topics, creating a comprehensive platform for environmental protection businesses.
The annual Eco Asia Conference takes place alongside Eco Expo Asia, bringing together industry experts and government representatives from across Asia. They exchange invaluable insights regarding the latest policies and practices in their region, while also discussing various global environmental challenges and opportunities.
For more information, please contact:
Yoshita Mohan
Watermelon Communications
Dubai, UAE