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AsiaWorld-Expo celebrates 20th anniversary
The Hong Kong venue – a hub full of opportunities – is leading the industry in exploring global spectacular events
A s we approach 2025 , Hong Kong ’ s AsiaWorld- Expo ( AWE ) is poised to celebrate its 20th anniversary . With state-of-the-art facilities , strategic geographical location and extensive experience , AWE has become not only a premier destination for conferences and exhibitions , but also a hub full of opportunities to explore . AWE has invested HKD $ 1 billion ( USD $ 128m ) in a venue-wide facility upgrade , which includes enhancements to exhibition halls , meeting rooms and public areas , with a focus on digitalisation , ensuring the venue remains at the forefront of global exhibition standards .
As a world-class EXPOtainment hub , embracing diversity with versatility is what makes AWE different . Seamlessly combining exhibitions and entertainment , this distinctive approach has successfully positioned AWE as a leading venue in Asia , attracting a range of prominent events to Hong Kong for the first time . Looking ahead to this important anniversary milestone , AWE is excited to showcase a line-up of international
Above : Super Terminal Expo flagship events , featuring many innovative new exhibitions and significant conferences , including the 92nd UFI Global Congress and the 2026 Lions International Convention .
Leveraging geographical advantages to become a hub for aviation and logistics events AWE is situated at the heart of the Greater Bay Area , adjacent to Hong Kong International Airport and Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge , fully capitalising on the advantages of this world-class aviation hub . This prime location has attracted several large-scale aviation and logistics events , fostering innovation and collaboration within the industry .
The inaugural Super Terminal Expo was successfully held at AWE in early November 2024 . As the first exhibition of its kind in Asia , the event focused on airport , port , railway , logistics and construction innovations . Over three days , airports and related authorities from over 60 countries and cities participated in the event . The expo featured over 100 exhibitors , including technology suppliers , shipping agents , freight companies and logistics providers . Advanced air mobility was one of the highlighted pavilions , showcasing cutting-edge technologies and innovations that are set to revolutionise urban air transport . Informa Markets Asia , the host of Super Terminal Expo , also announced the inaugural Connect Marketplace Hong Kong , scheduled 19-21 March , 2025 at AWE .
AWE is set to host the major global aviation convention Routes World for the first time on 24-26 September 2025 . This annual aviation industry event will provide a significant platform for dialogue and exchange among over 260 airlines , airports , tourism organisations and other key stakeholders in the aviation sector . More than 3,000 industry leaders of the global aviation sector will converge in the city to explore the future development of the industry and learn about the latest trends and potential new air connections .
Additionally , the inaugural ‘ Airspace Asia Pacific 2025 ’ will take place at AWE , 9-11 December 2025 . It will be the region ’ s biggest airspace and near-space event , the place where innovators and leaders come together to discuss digitalisation , virtualisation and other cutting-edge technologies . It aims to promote the future development of air traffic in the Asia-Pacific region while solidifying Hong Kong ’ s position as a worldclass aviation hub .
Four concurrent tech expos , most taking their debut in Hong Kong Asia ’ s Innovative Technology Showcase for Building , Electrical Engineering and Security Industries ( Build4Asia 2025 ) is set to embark at AWE , 15-17 July 2025 . The three-day event will unveil a forward-thinking new theme , ‘ Charting the Hybrid Landscape for Smart City Advancement ’, focusing on the creation of smart , inclusive and equitable cities . It will not only drive the evolution of urban landscapes but also enrich the quality of life for citizens .
The event will co-locate with three other leading technologyfocused exhibitions , including The Battery Show Asia , Mobility Tech Asia and the brand-new Data Center Asia . Leveraging the success of the parent shows in the US and Europe , the three events are all making their first Asian edition in Hong Kong . Spanning six halls at AWE , this comprehensive technology showcase not only accelerates digital transformation across sectors , but also enhances Hong
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