Hong Kong Trade Exhibitions Signal Strong Global Demand for AI Lighting and Green Technologies

The convergence of three major trade exhibitions in Hong Kong attracted approximately 62,000 buyers from 141 countries and regions, demonstrating robust global demand for innovative lighting solutions and environmental technologies. The 27th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), the 10th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo, and the 20th Eco Expo Asia collectively highlighted how technological advancement is transforming both the lighting and environmental sectors.

An independent survey conducted at the lighting fairs revealed significant industry optimism, with 61% of respondents expecting sales growth over the next 12-24 months. The survey identified artificial intelligence (57%), smart city development (40%), and technological advancement (36%) as the primary growth drivers for the lighting industry. Particularly noteworthy was the finding that 74% of respondents believed smart lighting demonstrates good to very strong market potential over the next two years.

The Hall of Connected Lighting served as a focal point at the Autumn Lighting Fair, featuring approximately 70 leading global brands demonstrating smart lighting and Internet of Things applications. Dutch company Signify unveiled its latest product in Asia—VitaUp Vitamin D3 Modules by Philips—which offers controlled UVB exposure to support healthy vitamin D levels. Raimond Dumoulin, LED Architect at Signify, reported connecting with over 100 potential buyers from multiple countries and expects the fair to generate orders worth between €1-2 million. Additional information about the lighting fair can be found at https://hklightingfairae.hktdc.com.

Artificial intelligence integration in lighting systems attracted substantial buyer attention. Bweetech Electronics Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., specializing in personal wireless smart lighting, demonstrated systems where users simply express their intent and AI technology automatically generates ideal lighting effects. The company confirmed an onsite order worth RMB 8 million with a Thai buyer, doubling their sales from the previous year's fair.

The concurrent Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo featured diverse outdoor commercial and industrial lighting solutions supporting smart city development. Ningbo Freelux Lighting Appliance Co., Ltd. reported meeting new buyers from Africa, Europe, the Middle East, South America and Southeast Asia, with expectations of generating $2-3 million in orders. The outdoor and tech light expo details are available at https://hkotlexpo.hktdc.com.

Eco Expo Asia, operating under the theme 'Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality,' showcased achievements in circular economy, waste management, green mobility and ESG services. The expo helped enterprises expand international trade networks and seize green business opportunities globally, with notable increases in buyers from Australia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia and the United States. Infore Enviro's Executive Vice President Fu Qu reported engaging with over 35 government representatives and expects annual overseas revenue growth to exceed 200%. More information about the eco exhibition is accessible at https://www.ecoexpoasia.com.

The exhibitions operated under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid mode, allowing continued business negotiations through the Click2Match smart business matching platform until November 7. The strong international participation and significant business outcomes demonstrate Hong Kong's continued role as a global trading hub for lighting and environmental industries, while highlighting the growing commercial importance of AI-driven lighting solutions and sustainable technologies in global markets.