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HK Electronics Fair, electronicAsia to open in Oct

Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia will open on 13 October and continue through 16 October in the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The electronics trade fair is organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), while electronicAsia is organised by MMI Asia Pte Ltd (MMI) in partnership with HKTDC.

In its 31st edition, Hong Kong Electronics Fair expects a record-breaking 3,000-plus exhibitors from around the world. In addition, more than 600 electronics components, solar and display technology companies will be present at electronicAsia. These two fairs will maximise trade opportunities for all in the business.

"The Autumn Edition strives to contribute to the continued growth of the industry. The new ‘Invention Zone’ will help inject new ideas into the industry by showcasing the innovated work from Hong Kong, Chinese mainland and Taiwan. Many of the inventions are patent-registered or patent-pending, and endorsed by industry bodies," said Benjamin Chau, deputy executive director, HKTDC.

"A lineup of ‘smart’ devices such as tablet PCs, smartphones and related products will be seen in another new zone – ‘Mobile Device and Accessories’ and a dedicated display area in concourse as well. Meanwhile, two other display zones – ‘Green Electronics Square’ and ‘Silver Market and Healthcare Electronics’ will return to address the popular market demand."

Also returning is the Hall of Fame with more than 390 big brands of high quality electronic products. The zone has proven to be one of the most effective international marketing platforms available to brand owners and agents.

During the fair period, a series of industry-specific seminars will be organised for visitors. Among them will be a Hong Kong Electronic Industry Summit, held on 13 October, which will bring together local leading industry players to share their insights on the opportunities and challenges of the industry.

Green ideas will be exchanged at a "Green Electronics Forum" hosted by Taiwan Industrial Technology Research Institute, followed by a product launch session on eco-friendly electronics innovations.

The concurrent fair, electronicAsia, will showcase the newest products in components and assemblies, together with solar photovoltaic and display technologies from across the world.

Entering its 15th edition, electronicAsia is hosting a record-breaking number of exhibitors – over 600. The 2011 event will include group participation from Japan, Korea, Taiwan and Thailand.

Opportunities will be multiplied in two notable "fairs within a fair", namely the World of Display Technology and the World of Solar. The World of Display Technology will present the latest technology research, technical improvements and innovations in display technologies.

The World of Solar will showcase an abundant display of solar technologies, components, products and services, photovoltaic & renewable energy equipment, engineering and technology in the search for alternative energy sources.

A conference featuring solar and PV technology will host discussions on Building Integrated Photovoltaic. Leading players of the industry will speak at the conference on 14 October.

To facilitate the continued growth of the electronics industry, the Hong Kong Electronics Industries Association and HKTDC join hands again to organise the HKEIA Award for Outstanding Innovation and Technology Products. The competition is free and open for entry to exhibitors of the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia. The award will be presented at the Networking Reception of the fairs on 13 October.