Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition is the most highly regarded platform for the LED and lighting industry, providing a platform for the industry to communicate, cooperate and create valuable business opportunities.
Facts & figures
| Date | 9 – 12 June 2027 |
|---|---|
| Venue | China Import and Export Fair Complex No. 380 Yuejiang Zhong Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, China |
| Number of exhibitors (2026) | 2,802 from 18 countries and regions* (Figures including concurrent event - GEBT) |
| Number of visitors (2026) | 210,128 from 164 countries and regions* (Figures including concurrent event - GEBT) |
| Scale (2026) | 210,000 gross sqm (21 halls in areas A and B) |
GILE 2027 Unlocking New Market Growth This Year
The Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition (GILE) covers the full scope of the lighting industry—from upstream manufacturing to intelligent applications. As energy efficiency, smart connectivity, and human wellbeing reshape global procurement, GILE unites international buyers with trusted manufacturing partners and technical expertise.
GILE 2027 discover six application ecosystems provide a practical framework for intelligent, sustainable, and experience-led lighting to drive performance, advance sustainability, and unlock long-term commercial value.
Themes & EventsProduct groups
Luminaires / Light Sources / Lighting Solutions
Indoor, Architectural, Commercial & Life Safety Luminaires
- Recessed Luminaires
- Track & Magnetic Lighting Systems
- Surface-Mounted & Ceiling Luminaires
- Suspended & Pendant Luminaires
- Wall, Accent, Cabinet & Linear Strip Lights
- Portable, Task & Night Lights
- Decorative & Custom Architectural Lighting
- Emergency Lighting & Life Safety Systems
Professional, Outdoor, Industrial & Transportation Systems
- Human-Centric, Healthcare & Educational Lighting
- Outdoor Landscape, Architectural & Cultural-Tourism Lighting
- Street, Municipal, Tunnel & Solar Lighting
- Industrial, High-Bay & Explosion-Proof Lighting
Components & Technologies
Upstream Components, Drivers, Optics & Mechanical Housings
- Electrical Source, LED Chips & Packaging Devices
- LED Drivers, Power Supplies & Electrical Accessories
- Optics, Light Guides & Optical Materials
- Thermal Management, Mechanics & Housing Kits
AI Lighting Technologies, Smart IoT & Edge Computing Systems
- AI & Smart Lighting Systems, IoT Hardware, Protocols & Cloud Platforms
Optical Testing Instruments, Laboratory Metrology & Smart Manufacturing Equipment
- Optical Testing Instruments, Metrology & Smart Manufacturing Equipment
Bio-Optics, Horticultural & Phototherapy Systems
Bio-Optical Lighting Applications
- Agricultural Lighting Technology
- Aquaculture & Livestock Lighting
- Home Horticulture
Smart Farming & Digital Technologies
- Intelligent Cultivation systems
- Agricultural Digital Intelligence Equipment
- Green Agriculture Technologies
Medical & Cosmetic Applications
- Medical Phototherapy Technologies
- Beauty & Hair-care Light Technologies
UV Technology
- UV Sterilization & Disinfection Technologies
Visitor profile
Industry Related
- Architect
- Designer
- Planner and Engineer
- Property Developer
- Building Owner
- Housing and Property Management
- Building Contractor
- Energy Supplier
- IoT Platform Developer and Provider
- Smart Lighting Solution Provider
Trade Related
- Importer
- Exporter
- Wholesaler
- Distributor
- Buying Office
- Retailer
- Chain Store
- Department Store
- E-Tailer
Authorities
- Construction and Planning Authority
- Procurement Authority
- Industrial Association and Professional Media
- Manufacturer
- Industry End-User
