Hong Kong and Macao Entertainment Tech Canadian Technology Accelerator

The Hong Kong and Macao Entertainment Tech CTA is looking to recruit a cohort of high potential Canadian companies looking to connect with theme park and attractions industry operators and integrated resorts in the Asia-Pacific region. The program is seeking companies in areas including:

• travel technology
• retail tech
• hospitality tech
• virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR)
• multimedia sensory experiences
• foodtech

Companies that take part in the Hong Kong and Macao Entertainment Tech CTA will:

• attend and showcase at IAAPA Expo Asia, the largest entertainment and attractions industry tradeshow in Asia
• participate in a curated program to visit and meet with integrated resorts and attraction industry operators in Hong Kong and Macao
• receive dedicated B2B support with potential buyers

Known as the ‘Las Vegas of the East’, Macao is the gaming capital of Asia, reclaiming its status as the world’s top gaming hub by revenue in 2023. However, given the city’s heavy reliance on gaming, the Macanese government has been looking to transform its economy from a gaming hub into a centre for:

• entertainment
• events
• hospitality
• cuisine
• tourism
• ports
• arts and culture

In November 2023, the Government published the city’s first plan on diversification, pushing gaming operators to diversify beyond gambling. They are now required to invest more in non-gaming amenities, such as family-friendly attractions.

Over the next decade, the six operators have committed a total of $15 billion in investments, 90% of which must go toward non-gaming offerings.

• April: recruitment open
• Early May: recruitment close  
• Mid-May: selection and onboarding
• Late May: first virtual session: 
  • introduction and opportunities in the HK-Macao Market
• Early June: second virtual session:
  • Canadian Entertainment Tech sharing their experience working with a Macao Integrated Resort Operator 
• Mid-June: in-market:
  • visit and meet with Macao Integrated Resort Operators (day trip)
  • visit and meet with HK Venue and Attraction Operators (day trip)
  • attend IAAPA Expo Asia (June 10 to 12) 
• Late June: end of program and follow-up

Companies that have an export-ready product related to:

• entertainment
• events
• hospitality
• cuisine
• tourism
• ports
• arts and culture

• Learn about business opportunities in Hong Kong and Macao
• Meet with integrated resorts, attractions and entertainment operators
• Opportunity to showcase at IAAPA Expo Asia, Asia’s largest entertainment and attractions industry tradeshow