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/Macau welcomes 3m+ visitor arrivals in April
Macau’s Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) reported a total of 3,441,396 visitor arrivals were recorded in April 2026, an increase of 11.3% year-on-year. Same-day visitors grew 19.4% over April 2025, reaching 2,095,953 visitor arrivals, while overnight visitors were up moderately by 0.6%, amounting at 1,345,443. However, the average length of stay of visitors shortened by 0.1 day, down to 1.0 day.
Messe München expands automatica to Shanghai in 2027
International exhibition organiser, Messe München, will expand its automatica, robotics and automation technology event, to Shanghai in 2027. automatica Shanghai 2027 will be organised by Messe Muenchen Shanghai Co., Ltd. in partnership with VDMA Shanghai Representative Office and CRIA, running from 8th to 10th March 2027, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). The new event will offer leading-edge technologies and forward-looking industry insights to industrial partners in China and across Asia, by showcasing cutting-edge technologies and innovative achievements.
SIAL Shanghai expands to Guangzhou this September
Organised by Comexposium, SIAL Shanghai, food and beverage trade fair in Asia, concluded on 20th May 2026, featuring over 5,000 brands from 75 countries and regions, showcasing more than 350,000 exhibits. A total of 183,302 professionals from 132 countries and regions attended the event. Meanwhile, Comexposium announced to expand SIAL to Greater Bay Area. SIAL Guangzhou will take place at the Poly World Trade Center Expo, from 3rd to 5th September 2026.
Global Sources concludes April Show
Global Sources’ April 2026 Hong Kong Shows concluded its three phases of exhibitions, attracting over 130,000 visitor entries from professional buyers representing 180 countries and regions to AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE). The April series consisted of eight sourcing categories: Consumer Electronics, Gaming, Electronics Components, Mobile Electronics, Smart Home, Security & Home Appliances, Home & Kitchen, Lifestyle, and Sports & Outdoor. Some 4,500 Asian suppliers showcased at more than 8,500 booths with over 340,000 trending new products. The next edition of the Global Sources Hong Kong Show will be held in October 2026 in two phases.