The Hong Kong Tech Pavilion at Viva Technology (VivaTech) 2026, held in Paris, France, has successfully concluded, connecting 24 local innovation and technology (I&T) enterprises with global investors, industry players, and European partners. Organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) along with strategic partner the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels (Brussels ETO) and supporting organizations including Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and Cyberport, the pavilion aimed to help Hong Kong start-ups seize opportunities in the European market and deepen international collaboration networks.
During the exhibition, a series of thematic seminars, start-up pitching sessions, and networking events were held to facilitate industry exchanges and business matching. HKTDC’s Chris Lo, Regional Director, Europe, Central Asia & Israel, noted: “VivaTech 2026's Hong Kong Tech Pavilion has achieved excellent results once again this year, facilitating multiple cross-border collaborations. We are pleased to see that some of these outcomes have gradually come to fruition from connections and exchanges initiated last year.”
Among the participating companies, Formwork IO, which develops carbon-negative construction materials and sustainable solutions, was selected as one of the top 30 finalists for VivaTech's “Tech for Change” Award, which recognizes start-ups leveraging innovative technology for positive environmental, social, or health impact. Additionally, two Hong Kong start-ups—PointFit Technology, a developer of wearable health monitoring and smart sports solutions, and Robocore Technology Limited, which develops globally leading open-platform service robot solutions—were selected to give live demonstrations at VivaTech's Discovery Stage, highlighting Hong Kong’s innovative capabilities in health technology and artificial intelligence.
Forging cross-regional collaborations yielded fruitful results. Several participating companies established connections with European investors, large enterprises, and industry partners, commencing business discussions. Notably, Robocare Technology is in negotiations with JCDecaux, a France-based multinational outdoor advertising company, for a cooperation agreement to provide 1,000 robots for marketing campaigns. Robocore Technology first connected with JCDecaux at the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion at VivaTech last year. Its CEO, Lim Long-hei, said: “Leveraging the business connections we have built through the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion at VivaTech over the past two years, we hope to further deepen our collaboration with European multinational corporations, achieve greater market share, and attain rapid business growth in Europe and beyond.”
Additionally, LeafIoT Technology Limited, specializing in smart tree monitoring solutions, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Lecco Campus of Politecnico di Milano to advance cooperation in talent cultivation and technological innovation, accelerating their expansion into the European market. Its Managing Director, Chan Pak-kwan, stated: “We hope to extend Hong Kong's industry-university-research model further into Europe, while promoting the R&D achievements of Hong Kong institutions, and deepening collaboration with European academic institutions, thereby achieving five- to ten-fold business growth.”
During the event, the HKTDC hosted a thematic seminar and networking event titled “Building Resilient Tech Ecosystems: Powering the Next Wave of International Tech Leadership from Hong Kong” on 19 June. The Special Representative for Hong Kong Economic & Trade Affairs to the European Union, Shirley Yung, highlighted Hong Kong's innovation ecosystem advantages: top-tier research and talent, deep pools of global capital, unparalleled access to the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area innovation cluster, and strong connectivity to global markets. Chief Executive Officer Terry Wong from HKSTP noted that Hong Kong’s familiar regulatory frameworks and R&D excellence enable European companies to explore vast market opportunities in the East. Chief Innovation Officer Yonghai Du from HKPC emphasized Hong Kong’s advantages in research capabilities and attracting international investment, including technical support to meet international testing standards.
The 10th VivaTech attracted participants from over 165 countries, with more than 15,000 global start-ups and 200,000 visitors. The Hong Kong Tech Pavilion is a flagship initiative under the “Economic and Trade Express” in Europe, Brussels ETO, HKTDC, and InvestHK. Following participation in CES 2026, MWC, and 4YFN earlier this year, the HKTDC continues to actively support local start-ups in expanding overseas through major international technology exhibitions. For more information, visit the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion at VivaTech page.
