The 46th Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and the 29th electronicAsia, organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and MMI Asia, concluded with over 61,000 buyers from 141 countries and regions. The four-day events reinforced Hong Kong's position as an international trading hub and a key platform connecting global innovation and technology industries with international markets. Buyers came mainly from the Chinese Mainland, India, Japan, and the United States, with notable growth from Kazakhstan and Brazil.
The fairs focused on AI & Robotics, Smart Wellness, and NEXTEntertainment, with dedicated zones for electronic components, display technologies, and manufacturing services. Silas Chu, HKTDC Associate Executive Director, noted that the fairs generated strong sourcing momentum and facilitated numerous business deals. He emphasized that trade fairs are evolving beyond product showcases to become platforms for innovation and cross-sector collaboration. The newly introduced Future Industries Zone and GoGlobal Connect Zone attracted significant interest, particularly from Chinese Mainland enterprises seeking overseas expansion.
A survey of over 1,150 buyers and exhibitors revealed that 96% expect sales to increase or remain stable over the next 12 to 24 months. The most promising growth opportunities were identified in ASEAN (83%), the Middle East (83%), and the Chinese Mainland (81%). Additionally, 74% of companies are already applying or planning to apply generative AI technologies, with nearly 60% citing AI as the technology expected to have the greatest impact on the industry over the next two years.
The fairs featured over 3,200 exhibitors from 15 countries and regions. The HKTDC organized 130 buying missions involving buyers from 65 countries, including Samsung Electronics and SSG.com from Korea, Mercado Libre from Argentina, and Reichelt Elektronik from Germany. RoboPark and the Future Industries Zone showcased more than 120 robots, highlighting advancements in AI and robotics. Booster Robotics, winner of the 2026 RoboCup World Championship, demonstrated its humanoid robot and reported around 100 buyer visits daily. Yang Liuyang, APAC Sales Director, said the company is leveraging Hong Kong to expand internationally and expects to appoint distributors in Hong Kong this quarter.
The Future Industries Zone spotlighted five themes: Future Computing, Future Manufacturing, Future Marine & Quantum Technologies, Future Microelectronics, and Future Wellness. Hong Kong company Xeroptix Technology Limited presented AI brain technologies for robots and engaged with over 50 potential clients, expecting potential orders worth over US$1 million. First-time exhibitor Clevetura from Cyprus showcased an innovative input device, aiming to expand its network. The Startup Zone featured over 120 young companies, including Hong Kong-based Fliq, which connected with around 30 potential investors and secured two strategic cooperation opportunities.
Supporting Chinese Mainland enterprises going global, the GoGlobal Connect Zone offered services in financing, intellectual property, compliance, and logistics. Huahon Data Technology, a provider of liquid-cooled AI computing systems, used the fair to expand internationally and plans to establish a registered company in Hong Kong within two months. Global buyers like Cizar Abughazaleh of Dubai-based Action to Action sourced robots for educational applications, purchasing a dancing robot and a humanoid robot. Masibo Levy Wafula of Kenya-based Pixel Electric plans to procure smart metering and automation solutions worth around US$100,000.
The fairs featured over 100 events with more than 180 industry experts, covering topics such as AI applications, digital transformation, and cross-border business opportunities. The EXHIBITION+ hybrid format combined physical exhibitions with online business matching, and the online editions remain open until 23 October. The HKTDC will continue Hong Kong's October exhibition season with the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo, and Eco Expo Asia later this month. These events align with the Hong Kong SAR Government's policy address emphasizing innovation and technology development and AI adoption.
For more information, visit the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia websites. The HKTDC also provides market insights through its media room, research reports, and trade publications. It organizes international exhibitions and conferences to create business opportunities. View the original release on www.newmediawire.com.
