Name: Hotel & Shop Plus
Start: 2027-03-30
End: 2027-04-02
Location: Shanghai New International Expo Centre

Event overview

Overview

Hotel & Shop Plus is a premier event for the lighting industry, showcasing the latest innovations and trends in hotel and shop lighting solutions.

The event will take place from March 30 to April 2, 2027, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, bringing together industry leaders and professionals.

TL;DR

1Event Name: Hotel & Shop Plus
2Dates: March 30 - April 2, 2027
3Location: Shanghai New International Expo Centre
4Organised by: China Association of Lighting Industry and partners
5Focus: Innovations in hotel and shop lighting

Why visit

Visitors will gain access to the latest lighting innovations, network with industry experts, and discover new products that can enhance their business operations. The event provides a unique opportunity to learn about emerging trends and technologies that can improve energy efficiency and design aesthetics in hotel and shop environments.

Why exhibit

Exhibiting at Hotel & Shop Plus offers companies the chance to showcase their latest products to a targeted audience of industry professionals. The Hotel & Shop Plus event is crucial for industry stakeholders to explore the latest lighting technologies and trends, fostering innovation and collaboration within the sector. It serves as a platform for manufacturers, suppliers, and designers to connect and share insights, ultimately enhancing the quality and sustainability of.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Lighting designers and architects

Hotel and retail managers

Manufacturers and suppliers of lighting products

Interior designers

Facility managers

Energy efficiency consultants

Lighting component and fixture suppliers

Engineering and contracting companies

Hotel procurement and FF&E buyers

Retail chain store planners and buyers

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

LED lighting manufacturers

Smart lighting technology providers

Lighting design firms

Retail display lighting suppliers

Hospitality lighting solution providers

Energy-efficient lighting product manufacturers

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

LED lighting solutions for hotels

Smart lighting systems for retail environments

Energy-efficient lighting technologies

Decorative lighting fixtures

Emergency and safety lighting products

Control systems for lighting management

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Shanghai New International Expo Centre

Shanghai, China

Attend

Entry & tickets

Who runs the show

Organisers

China Association of Lighting Industry

Shanghai UBM Sinoexpo International Exhibition Co., Ltd.

Wuxi Lide Times Technology Co., Ltd.

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

This edition

2027

Next edition

Not announced yet

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

Hotel & Shop Plus is a premier event for the lighting industry, showcasing the latest innovations and trends in hotel and shop lighting solutions. The event will take place from March 30 to April 2, 2027, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, bringing together industry leaders and professionals. The Hotel & Shop Plus event is crucial for industry stakeholders to explore the latest lighting technologies and trends, fostering innovation and collaboration.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Lighting designers and architects, Hotel and retail managers, Manufacturers and suppliers of lighting products, Interior designers. Event Name: Hotel & Shop Plus. Dates: March 30 - April 2, 2027. Location: Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Organised by: China Association of Lighting Industry and partners. Hotel & Shop Plus attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Shanghai, China

Why it matters

Attending Hotel & Shop Plus on 2027-03-30 to 2027-04-02 in Shanghai lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Digital buyer journeys

Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

Sustainability in procurement

Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

Automation and labour efficiency

Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

Regional supply-chain resilience

Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

Hybrid engagement models

Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

Market news

Latest updates from across the market.

Electric Avenue - News Impacting Lighting Markets: September 2026

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China State Construction Engineering: CSCEC showcases smart, green construction at 2026 expos in Tianjin

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Energy trade fair circuit

Book hotels and meetings 8–12 weeks before opening day; peer shows in the same sector often fall in adjacent months.

Buyers covering energy often plan Hotel & Shop Plus alongside regional peer shows to compare products, pricing, and service coverage across markets.

Pre-show

Confirm exhibitor meetings and product demos for Hotel & Shop Plus.

Show week

Hall walk-throughs, live demos, and supplier negotiations.

Peer events are widely known sector fairs; verify dates on each organiser website before booking.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · CNY

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

PVG

Shanghai Pudong

Shanghai Pudong (PVG) is the main commercial gateway serving Shanghai; allow 45–60 min by road or rail to Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

to venue

by car

SHA

Shanghai Hongqiao

Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) is the main commercial gateway serving Shanghai; allow 45–60 min by road or rail to Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

to venue

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai

luxury

330 m from Shanghai New International Expo Centre to venue

5-star: breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, free parking, indoor pool, fitness center, spa, bar

Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai

luxury

490 m from venue to venue

5-star: breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, indoor pool, fitness center, spa, bar

IntercityHotel Shanghai New International Expo Center

midscale

420 m from venue to venue

Dorsett Shanghai

upscale

1.4 km from venue to venue

4-star: breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, fitness center, restaurant, room service, laundry

Ibis Shanghai Lianyang

economy

Pudong, listed in the near-venue search results to venue

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 / USD 45–100 taxi or rideshare to venue

Best forShanghai Pudong (PVG) to Shanghai New International Expo Centre

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 / USD 45–100 taxi or rideshare to venue

Best forShanghai Hongqiao (SHA) to Shanghai New International Expo Centre

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 / USD 45–100 taxi or rideshare to venue

Best forShanghai Pudong (PVG) to Shanghai New International Expo Centre

about 35-45 minutes to the venue by road (estimate)

taxi

Estimated costEUR 40–90 / USD 45–100 taxi or rideshare to venue

Best forShanghai Hongqiao (SHA) to Shanghai New International Expo Centre

about 50-60 minutes to the venue by road (estimate)

Weather

March 2027

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to China.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Registration

Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Shanghai.

Arrival

Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: PVG

Book flights to PVG when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue; compare SHA only if fares are materially lower. Sample economy fares captured for the show dates: Singapore SIN from about CNY 2,288, Tokyo NRT from about CNY 3,394, Sydney SYD from about CNY 4,493 and London LHR from about CNY 5,765 (Google Flights, departing 2027-03-29 or 2027-03-30). Book 8 to 12 weeks ahead for late-March 2027 spring pricing.

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Shanghai Pudong (PVG): Shanghai Pudong (PVG) is the main commercial gateway serving Shanghai; allow 45–60 min by road or rail to Shanghai New International Expo Centre.; Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA): Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) is the main commercial gateway serving Shanghai; allow 45–60 min by road or rail to Shanghai New International Expo Centre.. Allow road or rail time to Shanghai New International Expo Centre; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Shanghai New International Expo Centre: Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai; Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai; IntercityHotel Shanghai New International Expo Center.

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Shanghai; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

Parking: On-site parking is available at Shanghai New International Expo Centre; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: March 2027

Packing: March 2027

Plan your trip

Planning

Check passport validity and confirm your China visa route — Most visitors need a China visa; passports should have at least six months validity beyond the trip to Shanghai.

Submit the visa application at the Chinese visa centre — Allow several working days of processing; apply early to avoid a rush before the 2027-03-30 opening.

Book flights into Shanghai Pudong (PVG) — Compare Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) only if fares are materially lower; sample fares start near CNY 2,288 from Singapore.

Reserve a Pudong hotel close to SNIEC — Jumeirah Himalayas (330 m), IntercityHotel (420 m) and Kerry Hotel Pudong (490 m) are walkable; stay 2027-03-29 to 2027-04-02.

Complete online registration for Hotel & Shop Plus — Save the badge confirmation and any QR code needed for fast on-site collection at the venue.

Download the hall plan and exhibitor list — Shortlist lighting, FF&E and shop-fitting suppliers you want to see at Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

Request B2B meetings with priority exhibitors — Use the organiser matchmaking service to pre-book stand meetings and avoid queueing during show days.

Shortlist conference and forum sessions — Reserve seats where required and build a daily session plan around your supplier meetings.

Plan airport to hotel and hotel to venue transfers — Note taxi, rideshare and Metro options; near-venue hotels make the show-day commute a short walk.

Prepare business cards and product spec sheets — Bring printed cards and a meeting notebook for on-stand documentation and follow-up.

Pack for four show days in Shanghai — Bring layers and comfortable shoes for long walking days across the halls, plus a charger and portable battery.

Print confirmations and plan Day 1 badge collection — Allow extra time on the first morning of the 2027-03-30 opening for badge collection and security screening.

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

QUESTION 1 OF 6

What is your primary role?

Decision matrix

Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

visit

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Lighting designers, hotel and retail buyers and facility managers who want to source fixtures, compare suppliers and attend conference sessions over the four show days in Shanghai.

Min. budget

$350.00

Timeline

4-6 weeks for visa, flights and a Pudong hotel near SNIEC

Risks

Spring peak pricing on flights and Pudong hotels around 2027-03-30 to 2027-04-02

China visa processing lead time if the application is left late

exhibit

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Lighting and component manufacturers, engineering firms and FF&E suppliers targeting hotel groups, retail chains and specifiers in China and across Asia.

Min. budget

$2,200.00

Timeline

About 3 months for stand booking, build contractor and freight into China

Risks

Limited near-venue stand space at SNIEC; early booking is needed

Customs clearance for demo lighting units shipped into China

Lead capture and follow-up staffing to convert on-stand enquiries

skip

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Suppliers with no China or hospitality and retail channel who only need general market awareness, better served by a regional event or a local distributor.

Timeline

None

Risks

Missing direct buyer meetings and hands-on product comparison at the Shanghai show

FAQs & glossary

Answers

Glossary

B2B matchmaking: Organiser-run service that schedules pre-booked meetings between exhibitors and qualified buyers during the show.
Pavilion: A grouped exhibit area, often organised by country or region, where several suppliers show under one banner.
Shell scheme: A ready-built stand package (walls, floor, fascia and basic fittings) rented from the organiser rather than built from scratch.
OEM: Original Equipment Manufacturer - a firm that makes components or finished products sold under another company's brand.
Luminaire: A complete lighting unit, including the lamp, housing, optics and control gear, as opposed to just the light source.
LED: Light Emitting Diode - the solid-state light source used in most modern architectural, hotel and retail lighting fixtures.
CRI (Color Rendering Index): A 0-100 score for how faithfully a light source shows object colours; higher CRI suits hospitality and retail interiors.
IP rating: Ingress Protection code (for example IP65) that states how well a fitting resists dust and water.
DALI: Digital Addressable Lighting Interface - a standard protocol for dimming and controlling individual light fittings in a building.
FF&E: Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment - the loose and fixed interior elements hotel and retail buyers spec and purchase.

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Sources

References

Publishers

Date checked

China Association of Lighting Industry

cali-light.com
Lang: CHINESE
organiser

Shanghai UBM Sinoexpo International Exhibition Co., Ltd.

Shanghai UBM Sinoexpo International Exhibition Co., Ltd.
organiser

Wuxi Lide Times Technology Co., Ltd.

Wuxi Lide Times Technology Co., Ltd.
organiser

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