Our Message We feel proud and honoured! I’m pleased to share that at the HKCEC we recently marked a very significant event... Click to read all Talking Point Create, Connect, Collaborate! What an exhilarating 12 months it’s been for HML, with a diverse portfolio of events creating opportunities, connecting international exhibitors, buyers and visitors, enabling countless collaborations for a better future! Click to read all HML Updates New Visitor Service Centre The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) opens a new Visitor Service Centre at the HKCEC on 11 Feb 2026, marking the first visitor service centre dedicated to MICE visitors at a major convention and exhibition venue. Awards Galore Local and international recognitions reflect HML’s professionalism and service excellence, and it’s with great pride we report the latest awards. Latest Upgrades Enhance the HKCEC Experience HML is committed to continuous investment to ensure that the HKCEC maintains its status as a world-class venue, staying abreast of customers’ needs, industry trends and technology advancement. Digital Accessibility For All Websites and apps enhance our lives, but for those individuals with disabilities can be difficult – this is why HML promotes digital accessibility as a key strategy. Muslim-friendly Facilities Win Top Award HKCEC is proud to be named Muslim-friendly Convention & Exhibition Centre of the Year in the Halal in Travel Awards 2025, recognising state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to halal services. Sustainability Updates Happy & Healthy Seasonal Greetings! HML volunteers pulled out all the stops for the Chinese New Year Charity Lunch, held at the end of January and attended by around 200 elderly beneficiaries, who thoroughly enjoyed the traditional treats and activities. Spreading the Love with Every Bite Chinese New Year is a season of blessing, generosity, and care — and at HML, we believe in extending that spirit to the community, especially to those in need. BEAM Plus Highlights Building Sustainability HKCEC has achieved Final Platinum rating under BEAM Plus Existing Buildings Version 2.0 Comprehensive Scheme. In the Pink! Every October HML comes together to raise awareness of breast cancer, and this is the 11th year of our collaborative effort with Hong Kong Cancer Fund in support of Pink Revolution. Uniform Environmental Friendliness HML’s commitment to sustainability guides every aspect of operations, from building design to daily operations. Event Highlights Asian Financial Forum (AFF) The 19th edition of AFF featured a new tagline – “Finance Empowering Business” – with the theme of “co-creating new horizons amid an evolving landscape”. 41st Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress (APAO) in conjunction with 37th Annual Scientific Meeting Hong Kong Ophthalmological Symposium Under the theme “Eyes on the Future: Innovating Ophthalmology”, APAO enabled professionals and experts to share cutting-edge research and explore the latest trends in eyecare. Consensus Hong Kong by CoinDesk Consensus Hong Kong 2026 brought together 11,000 influential voices from across digital finance and emerging technologies, building on the success of its inaugural event the previous year. Hong Kong FinTech Week x StartmeupHK Festival 2025 Hong Kong FinTech Week and StartmeupHK Festival joined forces in November for a special 10th anniversary, creating a bigger, bolder platform for innovation, investment and growth. The 5th Annual Conference of the Asia-Oceania Particle Therapy Co-Operative Group (PTCOG-AO 2025) Conference Taking place for first time in Hong Kong, this milestone conference inspired innovation, drove collaboration and helped shape the future of cancer care across Asia and beyond. Cosmoprof Asia 2025 Always abreast of market trends, for its latest edition held in November, Cosmoprof Asia rebranded into two segments at the HKCEC to better showcase the world of finished beauty products. The International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum of the Boao Forum for Asia 2025 Hong Kong Conference The International Science, Technology and Innovation Forum (ISTIF) of the Boao Forum for Asia 2025 Hong Kong Conference was held for the first time in Hong Kong in early June and chose the HKCEC as its venue. Event Preview 17th Asian Congress of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ACOMS 2026) Hong Kong has played a pivotal role in the development of oral and maxillofacial surgery, making it a fitting location for the 17th Asian Congress of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery gathering. LEAP East LEAP – a major tech event in Saudia Arabia – is expanding its reach with the launch of LEAP East, taking place at the HKCEC in early July. ART BASEL HONG KONG 2026 Art Basel Hong Kong 2026 returns in late March, celebrating the city’s thriving art ecosystem and reaffirming its role as the premier art fair in Asia.
