The 33rd Hong Kong International Optical Fair will convene from November 5 to 7, 2025, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, featuring more than 660 exhibitors from 19 countries and regions. Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and co-organized by the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association, this event underscores Hong Kong's position as an international trading hub for eyewear products. The fair's theme, 'Bright Eyes-New Horizons,' reflects the industry's evolution toward integrating smart technology, healthcare solutions, senior-oriented designs, and sustainable elements.
Hong Kong's eyewear industry demonstrates robust growth, with total exports of spectacles, lenses, and frames reaching HK$13.7 billion in the first eight months of 2025. The European Union, United States, and Chinese Mainland are the top three export markets, with exports to the mainland surging 23% year-on-year. This expansion occurs despite intense global competition, highlighting the industry's strengths in design, technology, and quality. The fair's international scope broadens with first-time participants from Indonesia, Russia, and Vietnam, alongside established exhibitors from France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, United States, Japan, Korea, Singapore, and Thailand.
Ten group pavilions will showcase international brands and local enterprises, including the debut ASEAN Pavilion featuring Halal-certified eyewear from Indonesia, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and market diversity. The signature Brand Name Gallery will present over 200 international brands encompassing designer eyewear, trendsetting collections, and high-technology products. Event details are available at https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkopticalfair/en/intelligence-hub.
The 23rd Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium, themed 'Age Well, See Well: Redefining Eye Care for the Golden Age,' will address vision care for the aging population. Held on November 6 and organized by HKTDC in collaboration with The Hong Kong Optometric Association and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the symposium will feature experts from Hong Kong, Australia, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. Topics include age-related visual challenges, diabetic retinopathy, and optometric care for patients with cognitive impairment. Accredited by the Optometrist Board of Hong Kong, participants may earn up to six Continuing Professional Development hours. More information can be found at https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkopticalfair/en/the-23rd-hong-kong-international-optometric-symposium.
The 25th Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition, co-organized by HKTDC and the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association, promotes local innovation with the theme 'Blending Tradition and Technology.' The competition includes Open and Student groups, with award presentations on November 5 and shortlisted entries displayed at the Brand Name Gallery Rendezvous. This initiative fosters creativity in eyewear design, aligning with global trends toward premium quality, multifunctionality, and personalization.
The fair adopts the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, integrating online and offline elements through the Click2Match smart business-matching platform, available until November 14. Buyers can use the Scan2Match function via the HKTDC Marketplace App to bookmark suppliers and access product details, extending engagement beyond the physical event. Featured products highlight four key trends: smart technology, eye health, functionality & design, and sustainability, illustrating how the optical industry addresses contemporary needs through innovation and research.
