This past week, Sunco’s Product Department just wrapped up an unforgettable few days at the HKTDC International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) in Hong Kong. As a team that lives and breathes lighting innovation, being surrounded by so many passionate creators was a true joy. The team met designers pushing the boundaries of light and space, engineers driving smarter cities, and entrepreneurs bringing bright new ideas to life. 

What Makes the HKTDC Lighting Fair So Special 

The HKTDC International Lighting Fair is one of the world’s largest trade shows dedicated to lighting innovation. Hosted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), this event draws thousands of exhibitors from over 20 countries.  

The Autumn Edition showcases everything from sleek residential luminaires to smart-city street-lighting systems and LED innovations. It’s where the latest trends in smart lighting, sustainability, and design are showcased—and where big partnerships and even bigger ideas are born. 

The fair has been around since 1999, and over the years, it’s evolved into the place where the lighting industry comes together. From decorative fixtures to high-tech commercial solutions, it’s a one-stop event for anyone who loves what light can do. Hong Kong’s energy and global connectivity make it the perfect host—it’s a crossroads of East and West, tradition and innovation. 

A little background: The fair, organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, is held twice a year in Hong Kong—once in spring and once in autumn. The autumn show has grown to become the largest lighting fair in Asia and the second largest worldwide. 

Fun fact: This year, the show is in a hybrid “EXHIBITION+” format, combining physical booths with online business-matching tools like Click2Match and Scan2Match to connect attendees globally. Also, there’s a dedicated “Hall of Aurora,” where hundreds of premium lighting brands display design-driven collections. 

So, in short: it’s vibrant, international, tech-forward, and quite the event if you’re into lighting or sourcing. 

Our Takeaways and Moments That Stood Out 

Our team spent a few days walking through exhibits, chatting with suppliers, and soaking in creative inspiration. Every conversation sparked something new—whether it was a clever design detail or a completely fresh approach to sustainability.

“As a first-time attendee to the show, my first impression is that it was overwhelming,” Alfonso Sing, Sunco’s product director explained. “There is so much to see and process in a span of just a few days that it is hard to collect and gather all the data and summarize in a couple of words the impact that this can have on the lighting industry and Sunco. Attending the fair gave us early access to these awesome innovations and a chance to catch first-mover advantages or partnership leads.” 

Beyond the tech and trends, our team noted that what really stood out was the sense of community. Everyone there—from small startups to global giants—shared one common goal: to make the world brighter and smarter through light. And being a part of that? Absolutely energizing. 

Looking Ahead 

The lighting world is evolving fast, and we’re thrilled to be part of that momentum—finding new ways to bring innovation, efficiency, and design together. 

Until next time, Hong Kong Lighting Fair!