Hong Kong International Optical Fair Showcases Innovation in Silver Economy, Sustainability and Smart Technology
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The Hong Kong International Optical Fair offers businesses competitive advantages through smart eyewear innovations and global market access with over 660 exhibitors from 19 countries.
The fair operates through thematic zones and labels that systematically categorize products by smart technology, sustainability, and senior care features for efficient sourcing.
This event advances global vision care by promoting sustainable eyewear production and developing specialized products for aging populations to improve quality of life worldwide.
Discover Japanese celluloid eyewear with coreless temples and AR glasses featuring 4K recording that transform how we experience outdoor activities hands-free.
The 33rd Hong Kong International Optical Fair opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, running from November 5-7, 2025. Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and co-organized by the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association (HKOMA), the event features more than 660 exhibitors from 19 countries and regions, creating substantial business opportunities across global markets.
Under the theme "Bright Eyes - New Horizons," the fair showcases innovative products integrating scientific research, design excellence and sustainability concepts. Jenny Koo, Acting Executive Director of HKTDC, emphasized Hong Kong's position as a leading exporter of optical products and the fair's importance as a must-attend event for industry professionals worldwide. The event has attracted buyers from emerging markets including Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Egypt, UAE, Brazil and Uruguay, as well as traditional markets like Germany, Spain and the United Kingdom.
The fair features ten group pavilions including the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association, Chinese Mainland delegations from Danyang and Yingtan, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, and a new ASEAN pavilion. Notable exhibits include Japan's Sasaki Celluloid showcasing eyewear crafted from rare celluloid material, Taiwan's Greatland Enterprise presenting sunglasses with NIRTECH® lens technology that blocks Near Infrared Radiation to reduce eye heat, and American brand Blake Kuwahara displaying intricate laminated frame construction.
Three thematic labels introduced last year continue to highlight market trends: "Smart Ageing Products," "Green Solutions Suppliers" and "Smart Eyewear." These labels enhance procurement efficiency while showcasing innovations addressing the silver economy, sustainability and smart technology. Chinese Mainland brand MUEDO presents U10 Dual-Mode Smart Reading Glasses with auto-focusing lenses and hi-fi stereo sound quality, addressing presbyopic individuals' needs. Japanese exhibitor Sasamata features ultra-lightweight eyewear with flip-up mechanisms for users who frequently put on and take off reading glasses.
Sustainability takes center stage with the Green Booth Design Competition recognizing exhibitors for eco-friendly booth concepts. Gold Award winner Wenzhou Ouhai Glasses Co Ltd, along with Silver Award recipient Micron Eyewear Manufactory Company Limited and Bronze Award winner Jiangsu Xuzhi Optical Glasses Co., Ltd., all centered their designs around eco-friendly materials and waste reduction. Hong Kong-based JLX STUDIO MADE focuses on 3D-printed eyewear using eco-friendly printing to reduce production waste, blending traditional craftsmanship with digital technology.
Smart technology innovations include Chinese Mainland brand LAWAKEN's all-in-one AR glasses, LAWK ONE, equipped with fitness tracking, AR navigation, music and call functionality, supporting 4K ultra HD recording for outdoor enthusiasts. Hong Kong exhibitor Arts Optical Company Limited introduces OPTI AI, utilizing VR to capture dynamic visual behavior patterns and powered by AI as its computational core, overcoming limitations of traditional progressive lens design.
The 23rd Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium tomorrow will feature experts from Hong Kong, Australia, Singapore and the United Kingdom sharing insights on age-related visual challenges, diabetic retinopathy, and optometric care for patients with cognitive impairment. The symposium, accredited by the Optometrist Board of Hong Kong, offers participants up to six Continuing Professional Development hours.
The 25th Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition, themed "Blending Tradition and Technology," encourages designers to fuse craftsmanship aesthetics with innovative technology. Winning and shortlisted designs are displayed at BNG Rendezvous in the Grand Hall. The fair adopts the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model integrating online and offline elements, with the Click2Match smart business-matching platform available until November 14. More information is available at https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkopticalfair/en and symposium details at https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkopticalfair/en/the-23rd-hong-kong-international-optometric-symposium.
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