Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 32nd edition of the Hong Kong International Optical Fair will be held from 6-8 November 2024 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The fair will return in an EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, complemented by the “Click2Match”, an online smart business matching platform that will operate from 30 October to 15 November, providing a convenient and efficient platform for traders to connect.
This year, the fair will welcome over 700 exhibitors. The fair includes group pavilions representing, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Visionaries of Style (VOS) as well as the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association (HKOMA). The Mainland China pavilion will gather exhibitors from Yingtan of Jiangxi Province, Danyang of Jiangsu Province, and Shenzhen of Guangdong Province.
The highlighted Brand Name Gallery features around 200 internationally renowned brands, including AllSaints, ANNE MARII, Anna Sui, Bolon Classico, HERMOSSA, Minima, MIZ Gold, Serova S. T Dupont, STEPPER, SUEEY. Matthew, Gold & Wood, MOREL, Natura, PARIM, PLUME People luv me, Reebok, Rosie Allan, Scotch and Soda, Solano, VR & VERGT, Vivienne Westwood, and more.
Other zones present a broad spectrum of eyewear products to facilitate precision sourcing, including Smart Eyewear, Contact Lenses & Accessories, Designer Cafe, Sporting & Professional Eyewear, Kids Eyewear & Reading Glasses, Lenses, Frames & Parts, Eyewear Accessories, Diagnostic Instruments, as well as Optometric Instruments, Equipment & Machinery.
The fair will also introduce the “Scan2Match” which enables offline-to-online connections. By using the HKTDC Marketplace App, buyers can scan the dedicated QR codes of exhibitors to bookmark their favorite exhibitors, browse product information and e-floorplan, and chat with exhibitors even after the fair to continue the sourcing journey.
Events & Activities
A highlighted event – the 22nd Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium – will be organized by HKTDC, together with the Hong Kong Optometric Association and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University on 7 November 2024. Under the theme “Myopia – From Control to Prevention, Where are We Now?”, six international experts from Australia, Germany, Mainland China, and Hong Kong will discuss the latest research on myopia control and prevention in optometric practice. Other events such as the Eye Health Summit, eyewear technology trend seminars, and forums will be held to keep traders abreast of market information.
Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition
To foster Hong Kong’s creativity and innovation, the HKTDC joins hands with the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association (HKOMA) to organise the 24th Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition under the theme of “Be Bold”. Results will be announced during the Hong Kong International Optical Fair. The final entries will be on display at The Forum, Hall 1D during the fair period to showcase the unique designs and creativity to international buyers.
About Hong Kong Optical Fair
Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Hong Kong International Optical Fair will be held from 6-8 November 2024 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Join The Optical Journal as we explore Hong Kong and this legendary optical trade show event. Register today by clicking here.
