The Hong Kong Tech Pavilion at VivaTech 2026 has concluded in Paris, showcasing innovative solutions from 24 local enterprises and institutions and facilitating cross-border collaborations. Hosted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) with strategic partner the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels and supporting organizations, the pavilion aimed to help start-ups seize European market opportunities.
Among the highlights, Formwork IO, which develops carbon-negative construction materials, was selected as a top 30 finalist for VivaTech's "Tech for Change" Award. Two other Hong Kong firms—PointFit Technology, a wearable health monitoring developer, and Robocore Technology Limited, which creates open-platform service robot solutions—were chosen to give live demonstrations at VivaTech's Discovery Stage. These achievements underscore the global competitiveness of Hong Kong's health technology and AI sectors.
Several participating companies forged concrete business deals. Robocare Technology is in negotiations with French outdoor advertising giant JCDecaux for a cooperation agreement to supply 1,000 robots for marketing campaigns. The connection was initiated at last year's Hong Kong Tech Pavilion. LeafIoT Technology Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Lecco Campus of Politecnico di Milano to advance smart tree monitoring solutions, aiming for five- to ten-fold business growth. LeafIoT's Managing Director, Chan Pak-kwan, said the collaboration extends Hong Kong's industry-university-research model into Europe.
HKTDC's Chris Lo, Regional Director for Europe, Central Asia & Israel, highlighted the pavilion's role in facilitating multiple cross-border collaborations, noting that some outcomes have matured from connections made last year. The HKTDC continues to help local start-ups build networks and increase exposure in international markets.
During VivaTech, the HKTDC hosted seminars and networking events, including a session on "Building Resilient Tech Ecosystems" on June 19. Shirley Yung, Special Representative for Hong Kong Economic & Trade Affairs to the European Union, emphasized Hong Kong's advantages: top-tier research and talent, global capital pools, access to the Greater Bay Area innovation cluster, and strong global connectivity. Terry Wong, CEO of HKSTP, noted that Hong Kong's familiar regulatory frameworks provide a common ground for European companies to explore Eastern markets, while Yonghai Du, Chief Innovation Officer of HKPC, highlighted technical support to help enterprise meet international testing standards.
The pavilion is part of HKTDC's broader effort to support start-ups at major international tech exhibitions, following participation in CES 2026, MWC, and 4YFN. VivaTech 2026 attracted participants from over 165 countries, with 15,000 start-ups and 200,000 visitors. The Hong Kong Tech Pavilion is a flagship initiative under the "Economic and Trade Express" in Europe, with additional promotional events organized by Brussels ETO, HKTDC, and InvestHK to help start-ups explore the local market.
