The inaugural transport logistic Southeast Asia & air cargo Southeast Asia event, taking place from November 1 to 3, 2023, signifies a pivotal moment for the airfreight, transport, and logistics sectors, bringing together key industry players for the first time. This event, covering approximately 10,000 sqm of exhibition space at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore, is already sold out, with 135 exhibitors from 23 countries highlighting the increasing importance of the Southeast Asian market to international businesses.
In response to recent challenges, many companies are adopting a China+1 strategy to diversify their supplier networks and move their operations to more attractive locations. Singapore and other Southeast Asian nations are emerging as favored alternatives for bolstering the resilience of supply chains, thanks to their strategic position and openness to international trade.
The event offers a unique platform for exploring business opportunities in the region and for establishing valuable contacts with renowned exhibitors from the transport and logistics sector, including maritime and air freight. The diversity of exhibitors from Southeast Asia, North America, Europe, and the Middle East, as well as high participation in international country pavilions from Singapore, the Netherlands, Germany, and China, reflect the global interest in this expanding market.
With the participation of industry giants such as Boeing, Emirates SkyCargo, Singapore Airlines, and many others, the event also underscores the critical importance of the Asia-Pacific in the air cargo sector. The initiative aims to facilitate the launch of significant business transactions and forge strategic connections in this growing market.
Michael Wilton, CEO & Managing Director of MMI Asia, expresses his excitement for this event, which promises not only to highlight market opportunities but also to tackle current topics such as digitalization, resilience, and sustainability through a comprehensive and varied conference program. This event is poised to be a key milestone for professionals looking to explore the dynamism and potential of Southeast Asia in the world of trade and logistics.
