Global Lighting Procurement Federation (GLPF) Inaugurates Mr. Chen Lei as Founding Chairman
Hong Kong, [April 8, 2025 ] – The global lighting industry marked a historic milestone with the successful establishment of the Global Lighting Procurement Federation (GLPF) in Hong Kong. Mr. Chen Lei, a seasoned expert from Marcoasia with 35 years of industry experience, was elected as the inaugural Chairman. This appointment signifies a strategic advancement in China's lighting sector integration into global markets while fostering collaborative development across international supply chains.
Industry Veteran to Lead Global Collaborative PlatformAs a pivotal figure in China's lighting industry evolution, Chairman Chen Lei has spearheaded technological innovation and global market expansion initiatives. In his inaugural address, he emphasized: "GLPF embodies the collective aspirations of global lighting professionals. With accelerating technological advancements, supply chain restructuring, and sustainability imperatives, Chinese enterprises now play a defining role in global innovation. Our mandate is to create an open, collaborative platform facilitating efficient resource alignment and value creation across international supply chains."
Five Strategic Pillars to Build New Industry EcosystemAs a global procurement-focused organization, GLPF will implement key initiatives:
Global Collaboration Enhancement: Establish three operational hubs in Hong Kong, Shanghai (LandVance), and Shenzhen (Lighting & Display Engineering Industry Association), with planned expansion to Thailand, the United States, and Germany to enable cross-border partnerships.
Standardization Leadership: Develop international certification protocols including a five-star enterprise evaluation system to drive quality improvement and sustainable practices.
Procurement Facilitation: Implement dual-channel engagement through digital platforms and physical matchmaking events to optimize buyer-supplier connections.
Global Expansion Support: Provide tiered consulting services for product localization, manufacturing deployment, and brand internationalization, emphasizing collaborative market entry strategies.
Member Value Creation: Deliver market intelligence, risk analysis, and strategic advisory services through dedicated knowledge-sharing platforms.
Redefining Global Industry DynamicsChairman Chen outlined GLPF's transformative vision: "We are architects of a new global ecosystem, not conventional alliance builders. Our 'shared success' principle ensures multinational corporations, SMEs, and innovators alike can access growth opportunities." Currently, GLPF has attracted nearly 100 members spanning the complete lighting value chain across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
Positioned at the forefront of China's transition from product exporter to standards and ecosystem innovator, GLPF exemplifies the evolution of "China Lighting" into "Global Lighting." As Chairman Chen concluded: "Our mission demands visionary leadership to advance symbiotic global industry development." The federation is poised to drive sustainable transformation across international lighting markets through its platform-driven value proposition.