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HKTDC Confirms 34th Hong Kong International Optical Fair for November 2026
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The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) has confirmed the scheduling of the 34th edition of the Hong Kong International Optical Fair. Initial reporting by The Optical Journal on October 12, 2026, announced that the event would take place from November 4 to November 6, 2026, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Subsequent coverage by VisionPlus on October 22, 2026, corroborated these logistical details while clarifying that the fair is organized jointly by the HKTDC and the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association (HKOMA), refining the earlier attribution which focused primarily on the HKTDC. A newer report from The Optical Journal dated October 26, 2026, maintains the previously established dates and venue but introduces specific content regarding the fair's scope and thematic focus. This latest update confirms the joint organization by HKTDC and HKOMA and highlights that the event will feature over 600 exhibitors from 14 countries. The report emphasizes a strategic focus on smart eyewear and global sourcing, marking a shift in narrative from purely logistical announcements to detailed previews of the exhibition's industry trends and participant scale. All sources remain consistent on the core schedule and location, with the progression of reports adding layers of organizational detail and thematic context.
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- The Optical Journal34th Hong Kong International Optical Fair to Open Nov 4 with Focus on Smart Eyewear and Global Sourcing
Organised by the HKTDC and HKOMA, the 34th Hong Kong International Optical Fair will be held from November 4 to 6 at the HKCEC. The event features over 600 exhibitors from 14 countries, showcasing products including smart eyewear, frames, lenses, and eye-care solutions. Highlighting sector growth, organizers cited IDC data showing global smart glasses shipments reached 3.566 million units in Q1 2026, up 130.1% year-on-year. The fair adopts an EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, utilizing Click2Match and Scan2Match tools for business connections until November 13. Concurrent events include the 24th Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium and the 26th Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition.
- VisionPlusHKTDC Announces 34th Hong Kong International Optical Fair for November 2026
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council and the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association will hold the 34th Hong Kong International Optical Fair from 4 to 6 November at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event features over 600 exhibitors from 14 countries, focusing on smart eyewear, eye care, and sustainable solutions. Organisers cite IDC data showing global smart glasses shipments reached 3.566 million units in Q1 2026, up 130.1% year-on-year. Highlights include a debut by Daegu Health College of Korea, a Brand Name Gallery with approximately 200 brands, and the 24th Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium on 5 November. The fair utilises an EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, offering online business matching via Click2Match until 13 November alongside physical events.
- The Optical JournalHKTDC Announces 34th Hong Kong International Optical Fair for November 2026
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) announced the 34th edition of the Hong Kong International Optical Fair, scheduled for 4–6 November 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event will utilize an EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, featuring the Click2Match online business platform from 28 October to 13 November. Key zones include the rebranded Designer Village, Innovation Hub, and Brand Name Gallery, alongside dedicated areas for smart eyewear, lenses, and diagnostic instruments. Co-organized with the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association (HKOMA), the fair will host the 24th Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium on 5 November and display entries from the 26th Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition.
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