Keynote presentations in the morning session 

(in presentation order)

	The Grand Challenges and Opportunities of Smart Textiles in Wearable Electronicsby Prof Xiao-ming Tao, Chair Professor of Textile Technology, Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
	Innovating for Impact by Dr David Ireland, General Manager, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)
	Bespoke Innovation by Mr Jong Lee, Chief Executive Officer, Bonham Strand Limited
Language: English or Putonghua with simultaneous interpretation service

Six plenary sessions in the afternoon covering the topics of

Session A: Multi-functional Textiles and Apparel

	New Trend in High Performance Fibre and FRP by Prof Kanji Kajiwara, Research Professor, Faculty of Textile Science and Technology, Shinshu University
	Innovation in Sport Product by Ms Ellen Schmidt-Devlin, Director, Sports Product Management, University of Oregon
	Importance of Sportswear to High Performance in Sport by Dr Raymond So, Director of Elite Training Science and Technology, Hong Kong Sports Institute

Session B: Wearable Technology

	High-performance Metallic Textiles for Wearable Electronics by Dr Zijian Zheng, Associate Professor, Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
	Wearable Technology Innovation for Muscle Performance and Recovery by Mr Steve Leftly, CEO, Sentrix Technology Limited
	Wearable Technology in Garments by Mr Joemanne Yeung, CEO/Founder, Power Way Hong Kong Development Limited

Session C: Advanced Technology for Higher Efficiency in Quality and Production Management

	Modern Quality Management Platform to ASEAN Factories/Suppliers by Mr Justin Tam, Business Development Director, Aventres Enterprise Limited
	Explore the Big Data of Production Information to Win Your Customers by Mr Sam Liu, Director, B&S Equipment Development Limited
	Real Time Monitoring and Reporting of Energy Consumption in Textiles and Apparel Production Process by Mr Ryan Sin, Business Development Manager, Wavelane Technology Limited

Session D: Advancement in Automation

	Quick Response Robotic Development and Trend by Mr Chuck Fung, Senior Consultant, Automation Service, Hong Kong Productivity Council
	Exploring the Blooming Customised Market through TAJIMA Innovative Automation Technology by Mr Jansen Poon, Manager in Marketing and Business Development, Tajima Embroidery Machine Limited
	Driving the Digital Enterprise and Realise Innovation by Mr Dieter Klinke, Director, Marketing Campaigns, Asia Pacific, Siemens Industry Software Limited and Mr Gorden Griem, Head of Digital Factory and Process Industries and Drives, Siemens Limited

Session E: New Solutions for Elderly Care

	Light-induced Self-cleaning and Anti-bacterial Textiles by Prof John Xin, Head and Chair Professor, Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
	Innovative Functional Design of Textiles for Healthcare and Biomedical Applications by Prof Henry Li, Professor and Director, Textile Bioengineering Research Center, Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
	Applications of Innovation and Technology for Improvement of Elderly Care by Ms Rosana Ho, District Co-ordinator (KC/YTM/KT), Tung Wah Group of Hospitals

Session F: Novel Technology for Sustainability

	H&M’s Sustainable Innovation Initiatives by Mr Harsha Vardhan, Environment Responsible Global Production, H&M Hennes & Mauritz
	Sustainable Development by Innovation and Technologies by Mr Yugao Zhang, Group Director of Research and Development, Esquel Enterprises Limited
	Innovative Green Manufacturing Solutions for Textile Industry by Dr Chi Chung Lam, Principal Consultant, Materials and Manufacturing Technology Division, Hong Kong Productivity Council
Programme details are subject to change without prior notice