28th China Hi-Tech Fair to Open November 26, Bringing Together Global Technology Leaders

Shenzhen,China, Nov. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 28th China Hi-Tech Fair (CHTF), hosted by the Shenzhen Municipal People's Government and organized by Zhenwei Exhibition Group, will take place from November 26 to 28 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao'an).

Preparations for the Global Procurement Matchmaking Conference are progressing smoothly, with major international companies confirming their participation and procurement needs becoming clearer across key industries. International visitor pre-registration now covers 118 countries and regions. This year's CHTF will bring together global procurement resources, providing a platform to connect technological innovations with industry demand.

1. Global Industry Leaders and Major Buyers to Gather at CHTF
This year's CHTF will bring together leading international corporations and major Chinese enterprises.
International participants on the priority buyer and visitor list include electronics and technology leaders NVIDIA, Foxconn, Samsung and TSMC, alongside Tesla, Microsoft, Sony, Siemens, Panasonic, Walmart, Amazon, Schneider Electric and ABB.
Leading Chinese companies on the list include Huawei, BYD, Alibaba, Xiaomi, Lenovo, SMIC, JD.com, Tencent, Baidu, ByteDance, ZTE, OPPO, vivo and Transsion.
The priority buyer list also includes energy and power companies such as China Energy Investment Corporation, China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN), Goldwind, Sungrow, Guangdong Energy Group and Shenzhen Energy; construction and engineering companies including China Construction Third Engineering Bureau, CCCC Second Harbor Engineering, China Coal Technology & Engineering Group and China Railway Southern Engineering; and global professional services firms such as KPMG.
With leading companies from electronics, artificial intelligence, energy, power and construction participating, CHTF is expected to strengthen connections across industrial supply chains and provide insights into global technology trends and procurement demand.

2. Nine Key Sectors Targeted for Global Procurement Matchmaking
The organizing committee has established sector-specific buyer profiles to better match procurement requirements with exhibitors and available technologies. Priority buyers and intended procurement categories are being identified across nine key sectors.
2.1 International Industry Leaders
Representative companies: NVIDIA, Tesla, Microsoft, Samsung Electronics, Sony, Siemens, Panasonic, Walmart, Amazon, Schneider Electric, ABB, Foxconn and TSMC.

Key procurement interests: Robotics, AI-driven design, energy storage and the Internet of Things (IoT).
This sector brings together global leaders in electronics, advanced manufacturing and technology applications, with procurement interests closely aligned with AI, robotics and emerging energy technologies.
2.2 Leading Chinese Enterprises
Representative companies: Huawei, BYD, Alibaba, Xiaomi, Lenovo, SMIC, JD.com, Tencent, Baidu, ByteDance, ZTE, OPPO, vivo and Transsion.

Key procurement interests: AI-driven design, robotics and IoT.
Procurement requirements span semiconductors, smart devices, telecommunications equipment and platform applications, creating opportunities for supply chain collaboration and technology partnerships among Chinese companies.

2.3 Consumer Electronics
Representative companies: Amazon, Gree, Midea, Yamaha and Ford.
Key procurement interests: Consumer electronics, smart home products and related intelligent manufacturing equipment.
This sector focuses on consumer electronics innovation, smart home applications and technological upgrades in manufacturing.

2.4 International Energy and Power
Representative organizations: The State Agency on Renewable Energy Sources under Azerbaijan's Ministry of Energy, Tajikistan's national power company, Jordan's national electricity company, Colombia's Ministry of Mines and Energy, and South Korea's Iljin.
Key procurement interests: Hydrogen energy, energy storage and power grid equipment.
South Korea's Iljin has submitted a detailed equipment list and budget, while national-level institutions from Azerbaijan and Tajikistan have issued formal procurement inquiries, reflecting increasingly specific international demand for energy equipment.

2.5 Chinese Energy and Power
Representative companies: China General Nuclear Power Group, China Energy Investment Corporation, Goldwind, Sungrow, Guangdong Energy Group, Shenzhen Energy, Zhujiang Power, Guizhou Energy Group and BYD.
Key procurement interests: Energy storage, hydrogen energy and power equipment.
Procurement requirements focus on renewable energy development and utilization, power system equipment and energy storage technologies.

2.6 Construction, Engineering, Finance and Tax Services
Representative companies: Guojian Group, China Construction Third Engineering Bureau, CCCC Second Harbor Engineering, China Coal Technology & Engineering Group, China Railway Southern Engineering and KPMG.
Key procurement interests: Construction and inspection robots, IoT solutions and supporting professional services.
This sector focuses on smart construction, equipment upgrades and related professional services.

3. Dedicated Procurement Programs Highlight Hydrogen Energy, Healthcare and Biotechnology
In addition to the broader procurement sectors, this year's CHTF will organize dedicated matchmaking programs for hydrogen energy, healthcare and biotechnology, expanding its network of specialized buyers and industry professionals.
3.1 Hydrogen Energy: 73 Buyers Registered and Categorized
The hydrogen energy program brings together major state-owned enterprises, leading automotive manufacturers and international energy organizations, covering the entire hydrogen value chain.
A total of 73 buyers, led by China Energy Investment Corporation, SPIC Hydrogen Energy, China Energy Engineering Corporation's China Power Engineering Consulting Group, CRRC Hydrogen Energy, BYD and FAW Toyota, represent industries ranging from hydrogen production, storage, transportation and refueling equipment to hydrogen-powered vehicles.
On the international side, four national-level energy institutions from Colombia, Jordan, Tajikistan and Azerbaijan will attend as delegations. More than 15 emerging projects involving green methanol, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and green ammonia production using hydrogen have also been identified. Several international buyers have submitted procurement responses with specified budgets.

3.2 Healthcare: Representatives from Over 120 Medical Institutions Registered
The healthcare sector has attracted leading Chinese medical institutions, with strong progress in professional visitor registration.
Representatives from more than 120 medical institutions have registered to attend, including West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Union Hospital affiliated with Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Fuwai Hospital Shenzhen of the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Shenzhen People's Hospital, Shenzhen Children's Hospital, the University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital and United Christian Hospital under Hong Kong's Hospital Authority.
Key procurement interests include smart hospital systems and digital infrastructure, AI-assisted diagnostics, medical and rehabilitation robots, and laboratory and pathology equipment. These requirements align closely with the exhibition areas dedicated to AI, robotics and medical devices.
3.3 Biotechnology: 30 Professional Participants Confirmed
The biotechnology program brings together professionals from pharmaceuticals, medical devices, healthcare institutions and research commercialization platforms.
Thirty professional participants have confirmed their attendance, including pharmaceutical and medical technology companies AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson MedTech, Mindray, Blue Sail Medical and Qilu Pharmaceutical; leading medical institutions such as Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital and Xiangya Hospital of Central South University; and research organizations including the Guangzhou Institutes of Biomedicine and Health, Chinese Academy of Sciences.
Participants represent the pharmaceutical, medical device, healthcare, research and trade sectors. Their procurement interests focus on AI-assisted diagnostics, automated medical device production lines, smart hospital equipment, and laboratory and testing systems, enabling targeted connections with exhibitors in AI, robotics and medical devices.

4. International Visitors from 118 Countries and Regions, Expanding Global Procurement Opportunities
As of October 28, more than 50,000 international visitors from 118 countries and regions had registered for this year's CHTF, with international visitor recruitment continuing.
By regional distribution, Asia accounts for 49.96% of international visitors, with South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand among the leading source countries. Europe represents 29.52%, led by Italy, Russia, Spain, Germany, the United Kingdom and France. Visitor numbers from the Americas, South Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Oceania and Central Asia are also steadily increasing.
Notably, approximately 224 visitors are expected from Russia, including Tatarstan, and the five Central Asian countries, whose procurement interests are closely aligned with sectors such as hydrogen energy and power equipment.
Beyond increasing international attendance, CHTF is working to convert procurement interest into business opportunities. Buyers from Australia, Türkiye, South Korea, the United Kingdom and other countries have submitted formal procurement responses or inquiries.
Diplomatic missions and commercial organizations representing 12 countries are also supporting buyer recruitment and referrals. The organizing committee has verified international buyers' qualifications and procurement intentions.

5. CHTF Opens November 26, Connecting Global Industries and Procurement Opportunities
From global technology corporations and leading Chinese enterprises to companies in energy, healthcare and biotechnology, this year's CHTF continues to attract international industry resources through targeted buyer recruitment, professional outreach and international visitor registration.
The 28th China Hi-Tech Fair will take place from November 26 to 28 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao'an). Through the Global Procurement Matchmaking Conference, CHTF aims to connect emerging technologies and innovative solutions with international procurement demand, creating opportunities for companies to expand into global markets and strengthen industry partnerships.

Vanessa Zhuo,zsx@zhenweiexpo.com