{"id":84574,"date":"2026-02-11T06:08:14","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T09:08:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotive.einnews.com\/article\/891329040"},"modified":"2026-02-11T06:08:14","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T09:08:14","slug":"apas-made-debut-at-industry-flagship-event-asia-photonics-expo-2026-in-singapore-showcases-automotive-photonics-innovations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new7.shop\/zerocostfreehost\/index.php\/2026\/02\/11\/apas-made-debut-at-industry-flagship-event-asia-photonics-expo-2026-in-singapore-showcases-automotive-photonics-innovations\/","title":{"rendered":"APAS Made Debut at Industry Flagship Event Asia Photonics Expo 2026 in Singapore Showcases Automotive Photonics Innovations"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>HONG KONG SAR \u2013 Media OutReach Newswire \u2013 11 February 2026 \u2013 <b>Centre of Advanced Power and Autonomous Systems (APAS), under the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC)<\/b>, made its first-ever appearance at the Asia Photonics Expo (APE 2026)\u2014Asia\u2019s leading platform for photonics technology innovation\u2014held in Singapore from 4 to 6 February. During the exhibition, APAS showcased its advanced automotive photonics R&amp;D achievements to photonics experts and enterprises in the field from across Asia and around the world. Featured innovations included <b>an Automotive-grade MEMS Drive OIS Actuator<\/b> and <b>an Augmented Reality Head-up Display for Commercial Vehicles<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, APAS organised the <b>\u201cGo Global to Southeast Asia: Singapore Photonics <\/b><b>and Emerging Industries Delegation<\/b><b>\u201c<\/b>, leading representatives from Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland enterprises to participate in APE 2026 as well as a series of site visits and exchange activities. This initiative aimed to present Hong Kong\u2019s comprehensive R&amp;D and industrial strengths in photonics and emerging sectors to the international community. It also sought to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in understanding market dynamics and technological trends in Singapore\u2019s photonics and emerging industries, facilitate cross-regional business networking, and support enterprises in expanding into Southeast Asian and global markets.\n<\/p>\n<p><b>Mr Yonghai DU, Chief Innovation Officer of HKPC and General Manager of APAS<\/b>, said, \u201cThe \u201915th Five-Year Plan\u2019 Recommendations emphasise fostering emerging industries and accelerating the development of industrial clusters in strategic emerging fields such as new energy and new materials. Over the years, HKPC has been committed to helping enterprises turn R&amp;D outcomes into competitive market application solutions. APAS focuses on R&amp;D in various technological fields, including green transportation, smart mobility, intelligent systems and emerging applications. By collaborating with industry, academia and research institutions, APAS transforms R&amp;D outcomes into commercially viable products and solutions, thereby enhancing Hong Kong\u2019s competitiveness in the fields of new energy vehicles and intelligent driving\u201d.\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPhotonics plays an irreplaceable role in data acquisition, transmission and processing, and is therefore critical to the field of intelligent driving. This is APAS\u2019s first participation in the APE, together with the organisation of a delegation to Southeast Asia, aims to lay a more solid foundation for the long-term development of automotive photonics technologies, while supporting businesses in expanding into photonics and emerging industries markets in Southeast Asia\u201d.\n<\/p>\n<p><b>First Debut in APE 2026 to Deepen International Photonics Industry Connections<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>Photonics technologies are widely applied across various sectors, including communications, information technology, healthcare, industrial manufacturing and energy. Held in Singapore, APE 2026 is one of the most influential events in the photonics industry in Asia. It brought together research institutions, technology companies and industry leaders from around the world to showcase cutting-edge technologies and innovative application scenarios across the entire photonics value chain. As a leading R&amp;D institution in new energy and intelligent driving, APAS made its debut at APE 2026, leveraging its R&amp;D strengths to contribute to technological collaboration and application innovation within the photonics industry. It not only helps Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland enterprises build bridges to the global photonics industry and expand market opportunities, but also supports Hong Kong\u2019s active integration into the international photonics ecosystem, further promoting cross-regional technology exchange and industrial collaboration.\n<\/p>\n<p>As a member of the HKSAR Government\u2019s \u201cTask Force on Supporting Mainland Enterprises in Going Global\u201d, HKPC also shared its comprehensive \u201cGoGlobal\u201d services with exhibition participants during the event. These services include smart manufacturing, technology research and assessment, international standards and testing, professional services, training and study missions, as well as funding schemes\u2014highlighting Hong Kong\u2019s unique advantages in supporting enterprises\u2019 global expansion.<b> Ms Teresa POON, Deputy Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Singapore<\/b>, visited the APAS booth to learn about the latest automotive photonics technologies and R&amp;D achievements in Hong Kong, and to exchange views on the city\u2019s strengths in the photonics industry.\n<\/p>\n<p>In addition, <b>Dr Rick MO, Head of Business Development and Commercialisation and Head of Emerging Applications of APAS<\/b>, was invited to deliver a keynote speech on the impact of 2D material semiconductor innovations on the future development of smart mobility and high-end manufacturing. The APAS team has been deeply involved in the field of third-generation semiconductors for many years. Its development of silicon carbide-based systems and controllers have significantly improved the energy efficiency and driving range of new energy vehicles. Looking ahead, the team will explore the replacement of traditional chip electronic signals with optical signals, further advancing the application and development of related technologies.\n<\/p>\n<p><b>Advancing Automotive Photonics R&amp;D to Support Smart Mobility and Smart City Development<\/b><br \/>\n<br \/>During APE 2026, APAS set up a dedicated exhibition zone to showcase its latest automotive photonics solutions in support of smart mobility and smart city development. The exhibits included:<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> <b>Automotive-grade MEMS Drive OIS Actuator<\/b><span>: The technology is designed to stabilise imager sensor shifts in Full HD dash cameras. It effectively reduces image shake caused by road vibrations or cornering, significantly enhancing image stability and clarity. When combined with object detection and recognition capabilities, the dash camera prototype can continuously deliver clear images and reliable driving records, even in busy urban areas, on winding roads or in tunnels, and in adverse weather conditions. This helps to improve overall road safety.<\/span> <\/li>\n<li> <b>Augmented Reality Head-up Display for Commercial Vehicles<\/b>: By combining virtual images with the real-world view, key driving information such as navigation routes, vehicle speed and safety alerts, is projected directly onto the windshield. This allows drivers to access critical information without having to divert their gaze, thereby enhancing driving focus and safety. The solution can also be optimised for the practical operating scenarios of commercial vehicles such as buses and trucks. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Promoting International R&amp;D Exchange and Exploring Southeast Asian Market Opportunities<\/b><br \/>In addition to participating in APE 2026, the \u201cGo Global to Southeast Asia: Singapore Photonics and Emerging Industries Delegation\u201d arranged visits for enterprise representatives to several world-class universities and research institutions in Singapore, including Nanyang Technological University, the National University of Singapore, Singapore University of Technology and Design, and the Agency for Science, Technology and Research. These visits provided in-depth insights into the latest R&amp;D and technology commercialisation cases in areas such as quantum photonics, smart sensing, semiconductors and emerging applications, enabling participants to better grasp market trends and collaboration opportunities in photonics and emerging industries.<\/p>\n<p>Through this series of visits and exchanges, HKPC and APAS played a bridging role in showcasing Hong Kong\u2019s R&amp;D capabilities and industrial strengths in photonics and smart mobility to the global community, supporting SMEs in capturing opportunities in the Southeast Asian market, and promoting the long-term development of the photonics and smart mobility industries.\n<\/p>\n<p><b>Hashtag: <\/b>#HKPC #APAS<\/p>\n<p> <em>The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<\/em> <\/p>\n<p> <img data-opt-id=758893364  fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/ywAAAAAAQABAAACAUwAOw==\" fifu-lazy=\"1\" fifu-data-sizes=\"auto\" fifu-data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=75&resize=75&ssl=1 75w, https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=100&resize=100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=150&resize=150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=240&resize=240&ssl=1 240w, https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=320&resize=320&ssl=1 320w, https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=500&resize=500&ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=640&resize=640&ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=800&resize=800&ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=1024&resize=1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=1280&resize=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1&w=1600&resize=1600&ssl=1 1600w\" fifu-data-src=\"https:\/\/i3.wp.com\/track.media-outreach.com\/index.php\/WebView\/449366\/4121?ssl=1\" alt=\"4121\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" title=\"APAS Made Debut at Industry Flagship Event Asia Photonics Expo 2026 in Singapore Showcases Automotive Photonics Innovations 3\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"a-wrap a-wrap-base a-wrap-6\">\n<p><b>Support InfoStride News&#8217; Credible Journalism: <\/b>Only credible journalism can guarantee a fair, accountable and transparent society, including democracy and government. 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