IOTE 2025 — China’s Leading Internet of Things and Smart Industry Expo

IOTE 2025

August 27–29, 2025

Shenzhen

Internet of Things and Smart Solutions

Key Information about IOTE 2025

General Information

1,000+ exhibitors, 100,000+ visitors, 80,000 sqm of exhibition space, complete IoT ecosystem across all sectors

IOTE 2025 will span 80,000 square meters, with participation from more than 1,000 companies showcasing solutions in hardware, connectivity, software, data platforms, AI, and integration services. Visitors will include decision-makers from manufacturing, smart logistics, retail, transportation, infrastructure, energy, healthcare, agriculture, construction, and public governance. The event offers a holistic view of how IoT technologies are being deployed in real-world scenarios and scaled across industrial and urban systems. Special attention will be paid to Industrial IoT (IIoT) and government-level smart infrastructure deployments. The event is structured into dedicated zones for chipsets and sensors, wireless communication (NB-IoT, LoRa, 5G), RFID and digital labeling, AI and edge computing, cloud platforms, smart retail, and smart home. A central forum space will host high-level discussions with thought leaders, alongside technical workshops, case study briefings, product demos, and procurement matchmaking events. For companies looking to find Chinese manufacturing partners or expand into East Asian markets, IOTE provides a high-volume, high-quality business development platform. Whether you're an engineer, CIO, municipal planner, or investor, this expo offers cutting-edge tools for connectivity, automation, and visibility in every layer of operations.

Themes

RFID, 5G/LPWAN, IIoT, cloud platforms, edge AI, smart cities, supply chain visibility, smart buildings, cybersecurity

IOTE 2025 focuses on practical IoT implementation across industries. Main topics include:

RFID and digital labeling: passive/active tags, UHF/NFC/QR/RFID combo systems, readers, printers, middleware, and anti-counterfeit solutions

Connectivity: NB-IoT, LTE-M, LoRa, BLE, Wi-Fi 6, UWB, 5G/6G-ready chipsets, base stations, and network integration

Industrial IoT (IIoT): vibration/temperature/energy sensors, predictive maintenance, industrial gateways, real-time process analytics

Smart cities: traffic control, lighting automation, public safety monitoring, waste management, digital signage, utility optimization

Smart buildings & home: access control, energy metering, appliance automation, health monitoring, intelligent HVAC

Edge AI and computing: ML-powered devices, microcontroller-integrated analytics, real-time classification on endpoints

Supply chain & logistics: asset tracking, temperature sensors, warehouse automation, cold chain visibility, EAS systems

Cloud & platform tech: data visualization, remote access, dashboard tools, real-time monitoring, alerts and automation flows

Security & encryption: trusted boot, device identity, OTA protection, blockchain authentication, secure cloud storage
Each theme connects to real use cases — from smart meters and parking systems to enterprise-wide predictive monitoring. The show gives a strategic overview of how businesses can use IoT to improve efficiency, customer experience, and regulatory compliance, all while supporting greener, safer infrastructure.

Participants

Sensor and RFID manufacturers, platform providers, AI firms, integrators, government delegations, developers, enterprises

IOTE 2025 will gather stakeholders from across the Internet of Things ecosystem. Exhibitors will include sensor manufacturers, RFID vendors, module producers, and semiconductor firms alongside cloud service providers, data integrators, AI algorithm developers, and SaaS companies. Also participating will be smart city planners, industrial automation specialists, energy companies, mobility service providers, and government agencies exploring new digital infrastructure. The event is also popular among startups and innovators who will showcase niche solutions in wearables, micro-controllers, smart agriculture, and low-power embedded design. Attendees include CIOs, CTOs, urban developers, project engineers, R&D managers, and purchasing teams from companies implementing IoT in logistics, industrial production, energy, and retail. Business matchmaking programs will link buyers with vetted suppliers and OEMs. Special attention will be paid to fostering cross-border trade, tech licensing, and localized manufacturing partnerships. University researchers and venture capital firms will also be in attendance to evaluate emerging platforms. The event encourages both domestic scaling and international expansion of smart technology vendors.

Exhibits

Sensors, RFID tags and readers, communication modules, cloud platforms, AI tools, dashboards, system integrators, applications

Featured exhibits at IOTE 2025 include:

Sensors for temperature, humidity, motion, vibration, position, and consumption

RFID: passive/active tags, handheld and industrial readers, printers, middleware, supply chain authentication solutions

Modules and chipsets: NB-IoT, LoRa, LTE-M, BLE, 5G chipsets, and plug-and-play modems

Cloud platforms: real-time dashboards, API integrations, edge/cloud sync, alerts, storage, visualization

AI/ML integration: facial recognition, anomaly detection, object tracking, resource optimization

Smart city systems: lighting controls, street monitoring, environmental sensors, infrastructure dashboards

Smart home and building: locks, climate control, voice assistant integration, energy metering

Industrial IoT: HMI devices, PLC connections, OPC-UA, telemetry tools, and preventive maintenance software

Retail & logistics: ESL, shelf sensors, route optimization, smart labels, anti-theft systems

Security: secure gateways, encryption modules, trusted computing, and hardware-based authentication
Live demos and real-world applications will illustrate how these technologies improve transparency, traceability, and control across modern organizations and government systems.

Venue

Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center

One of China’s largest and most advanced exhibition venues, located in Bao’an District, offering vast capacity, modern infrastructure, and full support for large-scale smart technology showcases.

Organizer

Shenzhen Ulink Media Co., Ltd.

An experienced exhibition company specializing in high-tech B2B events across IoT, smart infrastructure, and emerging technologies in China’s key innovation hubs.

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