WAIE 2025 Expands Focus on AI, Chips, Robotics, and Smart Manufacturing

The 6th Global Digital Economy Industry Conference & World AI Industry Exhibition (WAIE 2025) returns to the Shenzhen (Futian) Convention and Exhibition Centre from 30 July to 1 August 2025. As the Greater Bay Area continues to emerge as a global innovation hub, WAIE 2025 provides a strategic platform for manufacturers, suppliers, and technology companies to accelerate growth in intelligent industry development. With a refreshed focus on AI-driven automation, semiconductor innovation, and advanced manufacturing, this year’s event will showcase cutting-edge technologies across four key sectors, supported by over 20 forums and technical summits.

Themed Zones Driving Industry Innovation

WAIE 2025 will feature five exhibition areas, connecting suppliers with active buyers across intelligent systems, embedded technologies, and industrial AI applications. The show’s core themes reflect strong alignment with next-generation production demands:

1. Industrial Chip and Sensor Instrument Expo: A comprehensive showcase of sensor technologies including MEMS sensors, machine vision, LiDAR, millimetre-wave radar, optical elements, and visual sensing components; integrated circuits featuring IC design, wafer manufacturing, advanced packaging, silicon substrates, and power devices; semiconductor solutions covering materials, core components, and testing equipment for electronics manufacturing; and AIOT & 5G applications focusing on end-use innovations including smart terminals, human-computer interaction, and connectivity hardware.

2. Advanced Laser and Industrial Optoelectronics Expo: Featuring laser systems including fibre, semiconductor, and solid-state lasers along with welding, cleaning, and sheet metal cutting solutions; optical components such as lenses, precision optics, and materials used in industrial sensing and photonics; and measurement & processing tools including optical test systems and advanced fabrication equipment.

3. Robot and Intelligent Factory Expo: Covering robotics including collaborative robots, humanoids, AGVs, machine vision, manipulators, and automation tooling; smart factory infrastructure such as production lines, SMT, motion control, embedded systems, testing, motors, HMIs, and power systems; and factory management platforms featuring intelligent systems for automation, process control, and energy management.

4. Industrial Internet, Software and Cloud Expo: Showcasing industrial internet platforms including cloud computing, big data analytics, edge computing, and AI integration; network & security technologies including IOT, CPS, industrial communications, and data protection systems; and digital transformation tools such as ERP, MES, CAx, PLM, and supply chain optimisation systems for intelligent factories.

5. Photovoltaic and Energy Storage Applications: Including solar energy systems such as PV modules, raw materials, energy generation infrastructure, and application products; energy storage including batteries, materials, EPC systems, storage equipment, and lithium battery technologies; and smart energy solutions for grid integration, management systems, and sustainable power innovations.

Forums and Technical Summits

Alongside the exhibition, WAIE 2025 will host 20+ technical forums and industry summits focused on the latest trends in digitalisation, industrial AI, and intelligent manufacturing. With 100+ expert speakers including scholars, engineers, and C-level executives, the conference will deliver actionable insights and strategic partnerships. Additional highlights include product launches, matchmaking sessions, innovation roadshows, and award ceremonies. These sessions will support supply chain integration, accelerate business connections, and spotlight emerging trends in smart industry development.

Why Attend WAIE 2025?

Held in the dynamic Greater Bay Area, WAIE 2025 offers unmatched access to one of the fastest-growing intelligent industry ecosystems. With strong participation from robotics, chip, software, and energy sectors, the event provides direct exposure to domestic and international buyers, a platform to launch and promote new technologies, and high-value networking with industry leaders and innovators.

Register now to secure your place: https://www.gdecexpo.com/