# ASTRI Showcases Pioneering Technologies at InnoCarnival 2026

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- Published: 2026-10-24T16:26:00+07:00
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**_Driving Technology Adoption, Shaping a Vision for the Future_**

HONG KONG, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology
Research Institute (ASTRI) is proud to present a range of cutting-edge technologies
and practical solutions at this year’s InnoCarnival, spanning communications technology,
smart cities, IoT sensing, and renewable energy and energy storage. ASTRI’s innovations
address urban development needs and everyday applications, driving diversity in 
the innovation and technology (I&T) sector.

Organised by the Innovation and Technology Commission of the Hong Kong SAR Government,
the InnoCarnival 2026 runs from today through 1 November at Hong Kong Science Park(
HKSP) with the theme of "Lead with I&T, Dream to Fly High ", offering the public
an opportunity to experience the transformative power and I&T vibrancy.

**Ir Dr Ted Suen**, Chief Executive Officer of ASTRI, stated: "Innovation is not
just about breakthroughs in the lab – it’s about putting technology into practice,
empowering industries, and benefiting society as a whole. At ASTRI, we align closely
with the government’s priorities in advancing AI development and accelerating new
industrialisation. Through our participation in the InnoCarnival, we showcase various
state-of-the-art technologies, some of which have been co-developed with industry
partners and are already in commercial rollout. These innovations demonstrate the
tangible benefits of technology in daily life and inspire the public to explore 
their curiosity about science and innovation."

He highlighted the InnoCarnival as a key platform to bridge the I&T community with
the public. "This annual landmark event motivates young people to explore their 
potential and encourages them to pursue careers in Hong Kong’s growing I&T sector,"
he added.

ASTRI’s booth (A08), located at the HKSP’s Atrium Link, features interactive games
powered by its groundbreaking technologies "5G-SAT Link" and "Omniguard-All-Weather
Multispectral Surveillance System" technologies. Visitors can also explore other
advanced solutions on display, including the dual-purpose "SafeStop Dual-purpose
Impact Dissipation Bollard", the "Hybrid-Powered Asset Tracker", and the award-winning"
NIR Secure Anti-Counterfeit Solutions", which received gold award at the prestigious
Edison Awards.

**1. 5G-SAT LinkASTRI’s "5G-SAT Link" technology delivers seamless, comprehensive
communications coverage—even in remote areas, emergency scenarios where infrastructure
is compromised, or at sea and in the air.

**2. Omniguard: All-Weather Multispectral Surveillance SystemThe "Omniguard" is 
equipped with exceptional fog penetration capabilities, superior contrast, and crystal-
clear signal quality. Leveraging its advanced shortwave and longwave infrared sensors,
the system can even detect non-metallic vessels that are difficult for radar systems
to identify in harsh coastal environments.

**3. SafeStop Dual-purpose Impact Dissipation BollardDeveloped by ASTRI, the "SafeStop
Bollard" features a unique material design inspired by the retractable claw structure
of cats. Its 3D tension-expansion composition allows it to effectively dissipate
kinetic energy from moving vehicles, providing dual protection by blocking vehicles
while minimising potential harm to occupants. Certified to meet international crash-
test standards, the bollard’s shallow foundation design makes it ideal for fast 
and efficient installation in high-traffic urban locations.

**4. Hybrid-Powered Asset TrackerThe "Hybrid-Powered Asset Tracker" enables efficient,
real-time management of airport equipment such as baggage carts over extended periods.
Supported by the Airport Authority Hong Kong, the tracker is compatible with airport
wireless networks and utilises automatic Bluetooth-GPS switching for seamless indoor
and outdoor location updates. With a long-lasting battery combined with an efficient,
low-light solar panel, the tracker extends its lifespan from under two years to 
five years.

**5. NIR Secure Anti-Counterfeit SolutionsThe "NIR Secure Anti-Counterfeit Solutions"
offer an innovative authentication system by embedding covert near-infrared (NIR)
absorbing materials into product packaging. Users can verify product authenticity
instantly using a smartphone, paired with an NIR reader and mobile app. Highly scalable
and robust, this solution combats counterfeit goods while preserving the original
product design and production workflow. Co-developed with Zhuhai Print-Rite New 
Materials Corporation Ltd., this technology sets a new benchmark in secure authentication.

**Photos Download: [https://bit.ly/4iguifh](https://bit.ly/4iguifh)**

[⌊Hong Kong SAR Government officials visited ASTRI’s booth at InnoCarnival and took
a group photo alongside ASTRI representatives. They included Mr Paul Chan, Financial
Secretary (sixth from right); Prof Dong Sun, Secretary for Innovation, Technology
and Industry (sixth from left); Mr Kevin Choi, Permanent Secretary for Innovation,
Technology and Industry (fifth from right); Ms Lillian Cheong, Under Secretary for
Innovation Technology and Industry (fourth from right); and Mr Ivan KB Lee, Commissioner
for Innovation and Technology (third from right). Joining the photo were Architect
So Ching, a member of Board of Directors, ASTRI (fifth from left), Dr Ying Huang,
Chief Technology Officer, ASTRI (far right), and Dr Tracy Liu, Deputy Chief Technology
Officer, ASTRI (second from left).⌉⌊Hong Kong SAR Government officials visited ASTRI’s
booth at InnoCarnival and took a group photo alongside ASTRI representatives. They
included Mr Paul Chan, Financial Secretary (sixth from right); Prof Dong Sun, Secretary
for Innovation, Technology and Industry (sixth from left); Mr Kevin Choi, Permanent
Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry (fifth from right); Ms Lillian
Cheong, Under Secretary for Innovation Technology and Industry (fourth from right);
and Mr Ivan KB Lee, Commissioner for Innovation and Technology (third from right).
Joining the photo were Architect So Ching, a member of Board of Directors, ASTRI(
fifth from left), Dr Ying Huang, Chief Technology Officer, ASTRI (far right), and
Dr Tracy Liu, Deputy Chief Technology Officer, ASTRI (second from left).⌉[
Hong Kong 
SAR Government officials visited ASTRI’s booth at InnoCarnival and took a group 
photo alongside ASTRI representatives. They included Mr Paul Chan, Financial Secretary(
sixth from right); Prof Dong Sun, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry(
sixth from left); Mr Kevin Choi, Permanent Secretary for Innovation, Technology 
and Industry (fifth from right); Ms Lillian Cheong, Under Secretary for Innovation
Technology and Industry (fourth from right); and Mr Ivan KB Lee, Commissioner for
Innovation and Technology (third from right). Joining the photo were Architect So
Ching, a member of Board of Directors, ASTRI (fifth from left), Dr Ying Huang, Chief
Technology Officer, ASTRI (far right), and Dr Tracy Liu, Deputy Chief Technology
Officer, ASTRI (second from left).

[⌊ASTRI showcases a range of cutting-edge technologies and practical solutions at
InnoCarnival, attracting numerous members of the public to explore the exhibits 
and participate in interactive games.⌉⌊ASTRI showcases a range of cutting-edge technologies
and practical solutions at InnoCarnival, attracting numerous members of the public
to explore the exhibits and participate in interactive games.⌉[
ASTRI showcases 
a range of cutting-edge technologies and practical solutions at InnoCarnival, attracting
numerous members of the public to explore the exhibits and participate in interactive
games.

**About ASTRI**

Founded in 2000 by the HKSAR Government, Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology
Research Institute (ASTRI) is the city’s largest government-funded R&D centre. Committed
to transforming high-impact research into practical innovations, ASTRI drives market-
driven, interdisciplinary advancements across sectors, including Smart City, FinTech,
Digital Health and Life Sciences, New Industrialisation and Intelligent Manufacturing,
Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC) and Advanced Electronics, New Energy
and Energy Storage, and Green and ESG Technologies. Following its merger with the
Nano and Advanced Materials Institute, ASTRI has further strengthened its capabilities,
with over 1,500 patents and 2,200 successful cases of technology transfer. Recognised
with numerous international awards, ASTRI continues to nurture top I&T talent and
foster collaborations among the I&T ecosystem, contributing to Hong Kong’s high-
value economic development. For more information, please visit: [https://www.astri.org](https://www.astri.org/)

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