Optical Fair Opens to Record Number of Exhibitors
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| The 22nd HKTDC Hong Kong Optical Fair opens with 710 exhibitors taking part, a new fair record. The fair continues through 8 November at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. | |
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| The fair welcomes 72 buying missions from more than 2,700 companies, representing nearly 4,100 buyers. | |
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| Models display the latest designs a Brand Name Gallery during one of the fair’s eyewear parades. | |
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CEO-V, through superior design innovation and manufacturing, takes the concept of foldable glasses to a new level. The design of CEO-V features a patented system that allows the glasses to be worn around the neck without the need for a cord or chain, when not in use. The CEO-V frame can also be stored in an ultra-slim protective case.
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Exhibitor Rochester Optical, a frame and optics manufacturer, showcases Smart Frames™ for Google Glass, which are part of the Chimmm collection by celebrated Hong Kong designer Simon Chim.
Optical Fair Exhibitor: Rochester Optical (USA) Booth No: 1B-A13 |
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Italia Independent is showcasing two innovations at the fair: I-Thermic, the first sunglasses with frames that change colour when the temperature reaches 30°C;
I-VELVET has an iconic shape reinterpreted with the velvet effect. After undergoing UV LUX treatment, the frames have a soft velvety touch. The frames are scratch-proof and keep their colour, even after long exposure to the sun.
Optical Fair Exhibitor: Opticon Ltd (Hong Kong) Booth No: 1B-D16 |
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5 November 2014 - The 22nd HKTDC Hong Kong Optical Fair opened today, welcoming a record number of more than 710 exhibitors. The show, which runs until 7 November at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, is organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Hong Kong Optical Manufacturers Association. The HKTDC has organised 72 buying missions consisting of more than 4,100 trade buyers from 47 countries and regions to visit the fair.
Featuring the latest trends and new technology in the optical industry, the fair sees the participation of Rochester Optical, a frame and optics manufacturer, exhibiting its range of smart glasses, including Smart GOLD Lenses™ and Smart Framesᵀᴹ for Google Glass and other global brands. Rochester Optical is also showcasing the Chimmm collection as part of a collaboration with celebrated Hong Kong designer Simon Chim. This includes a variety of prescription eyeglass frames for the Google Glass and Vuzix ®M100.
Focus Areas
Two hundred brands are included in the fair’s Brand Name Gallery, including Chrome Hearts (US), Converse (US), Dita (US), Frederic Beausoleil (France), FYSH (UK) (Canada), Hachill (Hong Kong), ic! berlin (Germany), Italia Independent (Italy), Markus-t (Germany), Mykita (Germany), Muzik (Korea), Ørgreen (Denmark) and Superdry (UK).
The fair displays the latest styles of frames, spectacles and related products in over a dozen product zones, ranging from kids’ eyewear to optometric instruments, equipment and machinery. The show will also host special events, including eyewear parades at the Brand Name Gallery.
Industry Insights
Major industry events are being held during the fair to explore new trends and innovations in the optical industry. The 12th Hong Kong Optometric Conference starting tomorrow adopts the theme of “Development of Optometry for the Future.” The two-day conference will feature experts from the United Kingdom, the United States, Hong Kong and Singapore. Seminars on “A Preview of 2015 Trends – a European Optical Fashion Tour”,“The Must-Have’s in a Pair of Spectacles Today and Selection Techniques” and “Export Regulatory Requirements for Eyewear Products,” will take place tomorrow (6 Nov).
Eye-catching Designs
Award-winning designs of the 16th Hong Kong Eyewear Design Competition are on display throughout the three-day fair. Winner of the Open Group, Siu Wing-kit, based his design concept on a 1970s camera lens. Li Ka-sing was named 1st Runner-up with his design featuring magnetic hinges with changeable temples to suit the wearer’s personal preference. In the Student Group category, Wong Hiu-tung took the top prize for her design entitled Infinity, which was inspired by the spectacles worn by the last Chinese emperor Puyi. Chan Chung-yan placed 1st Runner-up with her design entitled Yearning For Childhood.
Fair Website
Hong Kong Optical Fair: http://hkopticalfair.hktdc.com/
Media Enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC's Corporate Communication Department:
Joe Kainz Tel: (852) 2584 4216 Email: joe.kainz@hktdc.org
About HKTDC
A statutory body established in 1966, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is the international marketing arm for Hong Kong-based traders, manufacturers and service providers. With more than 40 global offices, including 13 on the Chinese mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a platform for doing business with China and throughout Asia. The HKTDC also organises trade fairs and business missions to provide companies, particularly SMEs, with business opportunities on the mainland and in overseas markets, while providing information via trade publications, research reports and online. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com.