Visitors to the 15th Hong Kong Optical Fair will get a clearer vision of the industry as 542 exhibitors showcase their latest products and services. On display are spectacle companies that have travelled from more than 22 countries and regions, including Australia, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Italy and Switzerland.
Hong Kong's optical industry is booming. In the first nine months of this year, Hong Kong's total exports of spectacles rose by 29 per cent.
After Italy, the territory is the world's second largest exporter of spectacles and frames.
At the fair, buyers can source everything in eyewear and eye care, from frames and optometric instruments to packaging materials and sunglasses.
'The fair benefits from its prime location. Hong Kong is the centre of a thriving and forward-looking optical industry which continues to demonstrate spectacular growth,' said Anne Chick, senior exhibitions manager of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.
Attracting a high number of foreign visitors, the fair last year drew 10,064 buyers from 88 countries and regions, an increase of 14 per cent from the previous year. This year, buyers can check out famous brands such as France's Alain Mikli and Harry Lary's; Japan's Yellows Plus, Solid Blue and Masunaga; and Switzerland's Gotti.