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R+T Asia 2023 Concludes on a Historic Note

30 August, 2023/in Events, News/by Editor

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The 18th edition of R+T Asia concluded successfully with a historic record of visitation and high international participation, leaving a significant impact on the industry and signalling a new era of international-format gatherings in post-pandemic China.

The total number of visitors, hailing from 98 different countries (including China), surpassed all predictions and reached 50,881, marking the highest attendance since the show’s inception. Despite the logistical challenges posed by extended visa processing timelines and ongoing flight route adjustments, an impressive total of 11,506 industry professionals from overseas chose to visit R+T Asia 2023, reaching 90% of the international visitation recorded in the 2019 edition. The significant presence of international participants reaffirmed China’s pivotal role as an important hub for international trade in the industry, marking restored confidence in the region.

Bernhard Mueller, Vice President of Landmesse Stuttgart, the co-organizing company, commented on the remarkable outcome of R+T Asia 2023: “R+T Asia 2023 exceeded all expectations. After 3 years, the international R+T family came together again. These three incredible days full of interesting meetings, groundbreaking innovations and outstanding conference programmes will undoubtedly drive progress in the sun shading and doors/gates sector. We look forward to welcoming everyone to the upcoming R+T Alliance shows in Istanbul, Orlando and of course Stuttgart next February.”

A remarkable total of 702 exhibiting companies from 13 countries converged to showcase their latest offerings, ranging from smart automation systems to energy-efficient sun shading solutions and advanced technologies for doors/gates, covering a space of 100,000 sqm. As networking and business expansion opportunities thrived at this year’s edition, leading companies, including renowned names such as A-OK, Ateja Tritunggal, Baolong, Bestex, Bofu, Coulisse, Doortec, Elitex, Hsin Huan, Ider, Lander, MYT Shutters, Novo, SofiDecora, Teh Yor, Xera, Xianfeng, Xidamen and others, have already confirmed their participation in the 2024 edition. This trend solidified the show’s reputation as the prime platform in the Asia-Pacific region to connect with industry leaders, establish new partnerships, and unlock potential collaborations.

R+T ASIA 2023 Connected Global Industry Players

The 2023 show accomplished another feat by successfully organizing a Hosted Buyer Programme. This innovative initiative brought together buyer group delegations from Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia, fostering cross-continental collaboration and enabling tailored interactions that maximized value. The programme extended invitations to esteemed buyer groups, many of whom were attending R+T Asia for the first time. More than 50 visiting buyers were treated to tailor-made booth tours, aligned with their specific product group interests, ensuring a focused and efficient exploration of exhibitor offerings. Furthermore, a newly-established partnership with ACMI, the Italian Association of Manufacturers of doors and shutters for residential and industrial applications, introduced its associates to R+T Asia’s exhibitors from the door/gate section, exploring synergies on a global stage.

Workshops and Seminars that Elevate Industry Insights

Beyond its comprehensive product showcases, R+T Asia 2023 captivated attendees with an array of seminars and workshops, establishing a platform for industry experts to share invaluable insights. This strategic initiative underscored R+T Asia’s commitment to fostering knowledge exchange and innovation. One of the standout highlights was the International Window and Door Summit (IWDS) and the Low-Carbon Interior Decoration Innovation Conference which created a synergistic environment that offered attendees a comprehensive view of sustainable building practices and environmentally conscious interior design.

The Designing For A Better Future, a compelling seminar organized by cadex, unveiled the pivotal role designers play in shaping a more sustainable world. The Material Matters, a visionary concept aimed at fostering efficient communication channels between innovative material suppliers and the architecture and design community. The 2028 Fay’s Home, a full-day interactive event, gathered authoritative figures in science, technology, and contemporary art, aimed to facilitate cross-industry dialogues and spark insights into smart home trends and the art of home soft decoration.

Leading Co-located Events for a Comprehensive Experience

R+T Asia 2023 continued its tradition of joining forces with a powerhouse lineup of co-located events, including DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2023, the leading flooring exhibition in Asia Pacific; HD+ 2023 Home Decoration Asia, the show focusing on home soft decoration and outdoor furniture; cadex, an international event connecting, learning, and conducting business in the design and architecture realm, and others.

Under the roof of Build Asia Mega Show, the innovative platform aimed to foster a robust cross-industry dialogue, allowing for seamless multi-channel integration and offering attendees a comprehensive experience that spanned various aspects of the construction and design landscape. The synergy generated within this ecosystem facilitated new connections, innovative insights, and collaborative opportunities that extended beyond individual sectors, showcasing the true power of integration within the industry.

The 19th edition of R+T Asia will return from 28 to 30 May 2024 at the NECC in Shanghai for yet another chapter of transformative experience in the sun shading and door/gate industry.

A New Format of IBEW Aims to Inspire Lateral Thinking

23 August, 2023/in Events, News/by Editor

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The highly anticipated tentpole International Built Environment Week (IBEW) event presents the Built Environment Leaders’ Summit (Leaders’ Summit). Happening on 6 September 2023, the summit will embrace a format designed to foster interdisciplinary conversations within the dynamic Built Environment community.

Aligning with the refreshed Built Environment Industry Transformation Map 2025 (ITM), this year’s conference carries the theme: “Lateral Thinking in a Vertical World”. Leaders’ Summit will provide a platform for attendees to witness the transformative power of lateral thinking and creative problem-solving in shaping the Built Environment’s future around the four central pillars of “Organisational Transformation,” “Digitalisation,” “Advanced Manufacturing,” and “Innovation & Technology”.

With a forward-thinking focus, the summit will delve into compelling topics such as the rise of generative AI and the transformative potential of digitalisation and innovation, and their profound impact on the Built Environment. The four keynote speakers headlining the conference are:

Shane Snow, Author of “Smartcuts” and Co-Founder, Contently and SHOWRUNNER
Zack Kass, Technologist and Futurist
John S. Hamalian, Director, Southeast Asia, Lean Enterprise
Manminder Takhar, Global CTO for Global Smart Cities, Dell Technologies

The Leaders’ Summit will shine the spotlight on how companies have effectively addressed challenges akin to those encountered within the Built Environment with their own unique approaches. The event is poised to inspire industry leaders and professionals to generate innovative solutions by applying lateral thinking within their own field and through cross-domain collaboration, thereby shaping the future of the sector. Moreover, attendees of the summit can look forward to an exciting line-up including engaging panel discussions, dynamic fireside chats and networking sessions. Please refer to the website for the full list of speakers and more information on the programme.

Discovering the Future of the Built Environment at BEX Asia

Running alongside IBEW 2023’s Built Environment Leaders’ Summit is BEX Asia 2023, Asia’s premier Built Environment trade exhibition, scheduled for 6 – 8 September 2023. BEX Asia is well-positioned to offer an all-in-one sourcing platform tailored to the needs of local and Southeast Asian participants. The exhibition will showcase an array of market-ready and innovative solutions, from sustainable building materials and energy-efficient solutions to advanced technologies in air purification, digitalisation, and smart building management.

“Net-zero buildings are already here. To minimise their carbon footprint when building and operating buildings, governments and companies are emphasising sustainable construction practices and green building designs along with operations. Our passion at Johnson Controls is to build smarter, healthier, and more sustainable buildings, thus industry events like BEX Asia provide us with a platform to share and gain valuable insights into the latest trends, challenges, opportunities, and best practices in the Built Environment industry,” said Peter Ferguson, General Manager, Southeast Asia, Johnson Controls, an exhibitor at BEX Asia.

The SGBC Seminar, also part of the exhibition’s comprehensive programme, will allow attendees to accumulate Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points to enhance their professional credentials. BEX Asia will additionally feature a host of onsite product demonstrations from exhibitors as well as industry announcements, promising attendees over 20 hours of enriching content at the Green View Seminar and the Technology Demonstration Area.

On 7 September 2023, attendees can also gain valuable insights at the Workplace Safety Forum, organised by the Specialists Trade Alliance of Singapore (STAS) and the Workplace Safety and Health Council (WSHC). Furthermore, BEX Asia, in collaboration with its partners Camfil and ebm-papst, is taking significant strides towards a sustainable future by partaking in the Plant-A-Tree programme. This initiative, part of a commitment to offset carbon emissions, will include a series of activities, such as developing a carbon footprint measurement solution with Singapore Polytechnic. This programme will culminate in the planting of 50 trees after the event, solidifying the dedication to a greener planet.

Forging Alliances for Industry Advancement

Attendees will also get to witness the signing of significant Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) that exemplify Singapore’s dedication to collaboration and progress in the Built Environment. These agreements demonstrate the nation’s commitment to driving innovation, sustainability, and industry advancement. The MoUs will bring together key stakeholders from varying sectors, fostering meaningful collaboration and knowledge sharing, and propelling the Built Environment industry forward.

Among these is a partnership between Singapore Polytechnic (SP) and KPMG, which will join hands to drive the net-zero methodology and establish a sustainability ecosystem within Singapore, aligning with the nation’s Net Zero vision and commitment to building future talents. Additionally, SP is scheduled to enter an MoU with AKZONOBEL to co-drive the adoption of green building solutions.

The Built Environment community will also see the emergence of another milestone through the forthcoming MoU between Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) and CPG Corporation, which aims to foster strengthened industry collaboration, particularly in sustainable endeavours such as decarbonisation. The MoU between NYP and CPG will encompass initiatives such as collaborations on Pre-Employment Training (PET) modules, Continuing Education and Training (CET) courses, applied innovation, industry attachments, and internships. These efforts will provide upskilling opportunities for the existing workforce and inspire and prepare future talents to join the Built Environment sector, equipping them with skills aligned to the latest Industry Transformation Map.

Mr Yip Je Choong, Managing Director of Singapore and Indonesia, RX, said: “This year’s International Built Environment Week, through The Built Environment Leaders’ Summit and BEX Asia, plays a vital role as a dynamic platform, bringing together visionaries and decision-makers to connect, ignite creativity, share knowledge, and inspire change. The summit stands as a beacon of thought leadership, sparking interdisciplinary dialogues and fuelling innovative thinking for the future of the Built Environment. Meanwhile, the exhibition showcases cutting-edge solutions, offering tangible pathways to address the challenges faced by the community. Together, IBEW’s pipeline of events fosters meaningful collaborations and drives advancements towards a sustainable and future-ready Built Environment.”

IBEW 2023’s Built Environment Leaders’ Summit (6 September 2023) and BEX Asia 2023 exhibition (6 – 8 September 2023) will be held in-person at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre.

SIBT & SSHT Return in August 2023 to Promote Smart Industry Exchange

12 July, 2023/in Events/by Editor

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Shanghai Intelligent Building Technology (SIBT), Shanghai Smart Home Technology (SSHT) and the Shanghai Smart Office Technology (SSOT) zone will take place from 29 – 31 August 2023 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

SIBT and SSHT will be run under the themes of “Smart connection” and “Smart frontier”, and will aim to promote synergy and cooperation between smart industries and ultimately push the boundaries of what is possible with smart technology. The fairs will integrate different sectors including smart real estate, smart facility management, smart communities, smart hotels and smart campuses, and facilitate a wide range of business opportunities.

China’s “14th Five-Year Plan” promotes the use of networked technologies, encouraging the development of smart cities and related infrastructure. For example, the country launched a pilot program in 19 regions to accelerate the use of the next generation of information technology. These include the Internet of Things (IoT), big data and artificial intelligence (AI) for security monitoring, community services and elderly care. To enhance the residential experience, the program also supports the integration of smart home systems that connect with ancillary building facilities, property management services, community information systems and social services.

Lucia Wong, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd said: “The building industry is now deeply integrated with the new generation of information technology, connecting all corners of the industry. This can enhance the quality and efficiency of its development as well as achieve green and low-carbon transformation. SIBT and SSHT will therefore continue to provide an open business platform as cross-industry cooperation emerges as a major trend for the future landscape of intelligent buildings.”

In line with market development, SIBT and SSHT will create synergies and encourage exchange between smart industries. At the same time, different forums and seminars will be offered to explore industry trends in various sectors such smart communities, smart facility management, intelligent buildings, smart homes and more. Highlights include:

SIBT will partner with Meadin, a media platform specialised in space utilisation within commercial areas to hold the Meadin Smart Hotel Development Forum, which will discuss the Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) as well as smart development and its applications within hotels. Topics include: “Empowering Hotel Digitalisation with AIoT for Cost Efficiencies” and “Analysis of Smart Hotel Trends”.
The “14th Five-Year Plan” aims for greater technological adoption in teaching environments including the construction of smart campuses, which will introduce additional opportunities within the educational sector. SIBT will invite experts to share related experiences in a smart campus-themed forum, such as the integration of information technology and education as well as trends in building smart campuses.
Organised by China Smart Home Industry Alliance (CSHIA), the CSHIA East China Summit – Smart Home Integration Innovation Forum 2023 will cooperate with leading smart home companies to explore the current trends about the integration of smart technologies across various contexts.
With the rise of living standards across China, the home theatre market is expanding with the introduction of many new technologies for interconnected smart home devices. The SSHT Home Audio-Visual Entertainment Innovative Integration Forum will highlight the future trends in home theatre consumption, as well as installation solutions for home audio-visual entertainment.
The OffiSmart Summit will explore multiple topics including digitalisation, workplace flexibility, Generation Z office habits, environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) and virtual offices in the Metaverse. The summit aims to uncover new business opportunities and discuss smart office solutions that meet changing workplace demands. In cooperation with Tongji University and DISCIEN, the event will also cover facility management in properties and commercial spaces, cloud-based meetings and other hot issues.

Parking China will once again be held concurrently with SIBT, SSHT and the SSOT zone. Teaming up with the China Urban Parking Industry Association, the fair will organise the China Urban Industry Integration Development Summit. The programme plans to gather industry experts, supervisors and leading company representatives to exchange ideas about the latest parking policies as well as urban parking planning and construction. To keep up with the rapid development of new energy and connected vehicles, the event will also explore a selection of battery charging and swapping technologies, and present insights on these topics from leading academics and government representatives.

World Architecture Festival 2023 returns to Singapore

10 July, 2023/in Architecture, Events/by Editor

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After almost 10 years of taking place in Europe, World Architecture Festival (WAF) will be returning to Singapore for its 16th edition. WAF will once again be taking place at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre at Marina Bay Sands from 29 November to 1 December 2023.

WAF provides a platform for the world architecture community to meet, celebrate, exchange ideas, and set the future agenda. World Architecture Festival will be partnering with Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau (SECB), under Singapore Tourism Board (STB), as their destination partner, creating an enhanced experience for all attending delegates visiting from across the globe.

Paul Finch, WAF’s Programme Director, said: “We are delighted to be back in Singapore where our festival took place between 2012 and 2015. The urban planning, architecture and landscape initiatives continue to inspire international interest, and we are certain that our delegates will enjoy the location and its offerings in the same way they enjoy WAF.”

Poh Chi Chuan, STB’s Executive Director for Exhibitions & Conferences, said: “We are delighted that World Architecture Festival is returning to Singapore in November this year. WAF’s return reflects the industry’s confidence in Singapore as the preferred destination for business events and a gateway to the fast-growing Asia Pacific. We look forward to the continued success of WAF in Singapore, where entrepreneurs and forward-thinking professionals from around the world meet to break new ground in architecture and design across industries.”

The festival includes the largest live-judged architectural awards programme in the world, dedicated to celebrating excellence via live presentations to an audience of high-profile delegates and international juries. Previous winners from Singapore include Kampung Admiralty by WOHA Architects and Oasis Terraces by Serie + Multiply Architects. See all the WAF Singapore winners and finalists here.

Alongside the live judging sits a thematic conference programme, an exhibition of the latest products and technologies, a gallery of all shortlisted schemes and a host of fringe and networking events taking place across Singapore.

In conjunction with the World Architecture Festival sits its sister event, Inside World Festival of Interiors. Inside is a feast of creativity, inspiration and knowledge for the interiors industry consisting of its own awards programme and keynote talks on the main stage of the festival.

Cosentino & Expormim: A perfect pairing for a Singapore showcase

6 July, 2023/in Events/by Editor

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Cosentino is delighted to host the Cosentino & Expormim exhibition in Singapore. Running from 6 to 12 July 2023, the exhibition will see the Cosentino City Singapore showroom decked out with the leading Spanish furniture brand’s latest and greatest pieces, most of which are crafted using Cosentino’s ultra-compact stone Dekton®, showcasing the best of both architectural surfaces and furniture worlds.

Brought together by their shared values and Spanish heritage, Cosentino and Expormim started their collaboration in 2016, when the furniture brand started incorporating Dekton® into its table collections. The collaboration has expanded Expormim’s technical abilities, as well as the finishing options and distinguishability of its products, as well as showcasing Dekton®’s versatility beyond the architectural application – a match made in design heaven that has taken the value of designs for both brands to a new height.

Today, Cosentino’s offering includes the Dekton® Slim collection as a slimmer, more lightweight finishing option while many of Expormim’s offerings include custom Dekton® finishes. Some of the star products that will be displayed at the Cosentino & Expormim showcase include the Talo tables by Altherr Désile Park, Grada tables by Lievore Altherr Molina, and Atrivm tables by Manel Molina. These tables feature beloved Dekton® colours, including Danae, Kelya, Albarium, Argentium, Umber and Micron. Expormim also offers customisation with other Dekton® colours.

These tables will be displayed together with Expormim’s latest seating collection, including Norm Architects’ Cask outdoor collection debuted in Milan Design Week earlier this year, which together will create cosy ensembles to cater to our contemporary lifestyle.

“We have a shared origin, Spain, the same global vocation with deep Mediterranean roots and a clear commitment to tradition and sustainability. We will celebrate our collaboration with new exhibition spaces, events and some other surprises in Singapore,” says Expormim of the collaboration.

The exhibition runs from 6 to 12 July 2023 at #01-16/17 Marina One West Tower, 5 Straits View, Singapore 018935.

Carbon Neutrality to Be Key Focus of Eco Expo Asia 2023

4 July, 2023/in Events/by Editor

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Eco Expo Asia 2023 will take place from 26 – 29 October 2023 at the AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. The last day of the exhibition on 29 October 2023 will be open to the public and online Click2Match business matching services and will run until 6 November 2023.

With the governments in Hong Kong and Mainland China aiming to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and 2060 respectively, this year’s fair will explore the green innovations that will turn these ambitions into reality. In the lead-up to the show, a networking luncheon was held on 11 April 2023, which gathered more than 80 industry leaders, professionals, international businesses and government representatives.

In its efforts to reach carbon neutrality by 2060, the Chinese government has promoted innovation across a whole host of different industries to achieve this result. In terms of energy, the country reached 152 million kilowatts of newly installed power generation capacity from renewables, accounting for 76.2% of the total in 2022.

A concerted global effort is underway to drive down carbon emissions and Eco Expo Asia 2023 will support this endeavour. The theme of this year’s exhibition is “Taking the Leap towards Carbon Neutrality”, which strives to once again bring together prominent brands, experts and academics under one roof, to showcase the latest green products and technologies, discuss the latest trends and formulate lasting solutions to respond to the climate crisis. The show is expected to feature products and solutions in the fields of green buildings and energy efficiency, green transportation, green finance and ESG-related services and more.

During last year’s show one of the exhibitors, Mr Frank Chau, Business Development Manager at Nishitani (Asia) Limited, said: “Eco Expo Asia provides a perfect platform for us to introduce our eco-friendly coatings to buyers from different sectors. We have established more than 100 new contacts with buyers from property management companies, universities, building contractors, engineers, interior designers and ESG consultants. Buyers’ responses are overwhelming. They are keen to know more about our coatings.”

Eco Expo Asia networking luncheon gathered renowned experts

The networking luncheon welcomed more than 80 guests including consul generals, representatives from various chambers of commerce, industry associations, multinational companies and small and medium-sized enterprises. There, they discussed the future development of the environmental protection industry and opportunities for local and overseas green businesses in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area and Asia. Topics included the importance of achieving carbon neutrality and the sustainable transformation of the global economy, carbon credit trading as a means to reduce emissions, and more.

GEBT 2023 Concludes with Great Success, Creating New Business Opportunities

3 July, 2023/in Events, News/by Editor

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The 20th edition of Guangzhou Electrical Building Technology (GEBT) closed on 12 June 2023 at the China Import and Export Fair Complex. Alongside the concurrent Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition (GILE), the fairs hosted 3,318 exhibitors from 18 countries and regions, while visitors rose by 62% to 207,681. GEBT continues to provide a comprehensive platform for all participants to explore and promote the green development of the building industry.

Ms Lucia Wong, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd said: “During the four-day fair, we saw exhibitors and visitors engaging passionately in communication regarding the development of the industry, reducing carbon emissions and more of the latest trends. Many have high hopes for the building sector’s prospects. GEBT will continue to support all industry players towards a greener future.”

Industry leaders showcase cutting-edge products

This year’s GEBT embraced green and low-carbon development, covering products, technologies and solutions from four key sectors, namely home automation, intelligent building, smart audio & visual and smart energy-saving technologies. Participants gave high praise towards the scale and organisation of the fair and expressed a keen desire to return to Guangzhou next summer.

“GEBT has always been an important platform for us to promote our company’s vision and products. This is our fourth time exhibiting, and this year has had the best visitor flow so far. Many overseas buyers returned to China, and we were able to connect with some potential clients from India, Hungary, Thailand and more. They were all very interested in our home automation solutions. I believe the entire intelligent building industry will continue to develop, and I am confident that we can promote our products to the world through GEBT,” said Robert Yang, Manager of Business Development, ZF Electronics (Zhuhai) Co Ltd.

“I’m travelling to China to see new products for the Chinese lighting and building market as well as to see how these industries have changed over the last few years. My company has attended GEBT for many years, but for me personally, it is my first time visiting and my first time attending an exhibition. I’m very impressed by the amount of participants here, and it has set a high bar for other trade events I am attending in the future,” shared Andrea Falsarella, Lighting Production Manager, Teleco Automation S.r.l. (Italy).

50 presentations to promote cross-industry cooperation

Meanwhile, GEBT in collaboration with domestic and international partner organisations, invited a number of experts and scholars to deliver around 50 speeches on trending topics. Highlights included: “Heading to 2060 Carbon Neutrality Goal, A Future Empowered by Green Building Innovation in GBA”, “China (Guangzhou) Intelligent Integrators’ Conference 2023”, “Forum of 2023 KNX Home and Building Control Technology – The Development and Future of KNX Energy Efficiency and Management”, “Matter Makes Things Shine”, “Application of Digital Intelligence in GBA Hotel Industry Seminar 2023” and “The Future of Carbon Conversion in Smart Space”.

“I shared KNX’s progress in standardising home and building automation over the past 30 years. It is amazing that the conference room was filled by attentive audiences. GEBT is an important platform for KNX to promote our standards in the Chinese market. That’s why we have been cooperating with the fair for the last ten years, and we are committed to attending in future,” said Casto Canavate, Marketing Manager, KNX Association (Belgium).

“The speakers at China (Guangzhou) Intelligent Integrators’ Conference 2023 are all industry leaders, bringing an analysis of the current state of the industry, but also introducing us to hope that future market trends will produce more detailed and interconnected products. For example, products in fields such as lighting, curtains, audio and others will interact with each other. I think this forum is worth joining, and I hope the fair will organise more training sessions on related integration technologies in the future. If I have the time next year, I will definitely return to attend the forum,” said Zhaohui Wang, Sales Manager, Vantson Productions & Solutions (Tianjin, China).

The next editions of the Guangzhou Electrical Building Technology and Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition will be held from 9 – 12 June 2024. Both shows are part of Messe Frankfurt’s Light + Building Technology fairs headed by the biennial Light + Building event. The next edition will be held from 3 – 8 March 2024 in Frankfurt, Germany.

BCT Expo 2023 Hopes to Revamp Thailand’s Slow Approach to Technology Adoption

18 May, 2023/in Construction, Events, News/by Editor

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Despite being squeezed by labour shortages, rising material costs and digital disruptions, Thailand’s construction industry is still a slow adopter of technology. Globally, the emerging use of technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), Augmented Reality (AR) and more in the construction industry has shown that construction companies must invest and adopt technology in order to stay competitive.

The Internet of Things (IoT) has proven to be beneficial for an industry that is facing multiple major challenges such as large construction sites to manage, labor shortages, tight timelines, hazardous working conditions, strict health and safety protocols, rising costs and more.

IoT has helped solve many of the industry’s traditional problems in project management, operations, manpower, and health and safety with solutions such as real-time data streams, analytics and monitoring, automation, forecasting, and more. Combined with related emerging technologies such as building information modeling (BIM), 3D printing, AI & Robotics, precise measurements, big data and digital tools, these IoT-driven technologies are instrumental in helping construction companies to increase the efficiency of projects, and more importantly, improves profit margins.

TBIM Association aims to develop national BIM standard protocols for Thailand

The Thai Building Information Modeling Association (TBIM) is at the forefront of encouraging Thailand’s construction sector to hasten its adoption of technology. “The mission of TBIM is to act as a medium to develop and disseminate good BIM standards for Thailand’s construction industry. TBIM aims to develop national BIM standard protocols, become the centre of BIM knowledge sharing, and promote BIM international collaborations” said by Dr. Sant Chansomsak, President of the Thai Building Information Modeling Association.

Purpose of Building Construction Technology Expo 2023

It is against this backdrop that Building Construction Technology Expo 2023 (BCT Expo 2023), a Southeast Asian exhibition & conference platform on the building and construction industry, is being organised in Bangkok, Thailand from 20 to 22 September 2023. To be held at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre, Thailand’s biggest exhibition venue, BCT Expo 2023 hopes to drive and support digital acceleration changes in every aspect of the building and construction industry through the application of digital technologies.

Digitising the industry

Organised under the main theme “Towards digitalisation of the building and construction industry – Are you ready?”, BCT Expo 2023 will showcase a comprehensive range of technology, digital solutions, machinery system and equipment by more than 150 exhibiting companies to more than 4,000 trade attendees from ASEAN, coming from all sectors of the building and construction industry.

A regional industry gathering for business, networking, and knowledge exchange

With strong support from the Thai government and industry associations such as the Ministry of Transport, Department of Public Work & Town & Country Planning, Department of Rail Transport, Thai Contractors Association under H.M. The King’s Patronage, and Thai Building Information Modeling Association, BCT Expo 2023 will serve as the regional industry gathering platform for business, networking, and knowledge exchange amongst the construction industry of Thailand and the surrounding ASEAN region.

“BCT Expo 2023 is set to provide the regional construction industry and market with a dedicated face-to-face international forum to meet, discuss and exchange views, learn new knowledge and trends, forge new business deals, network, and address issues of digital disruptions and transformation impacting the industry today,” said Mr. Loy Joon How, general manager of IMPACT, the organiser of BCT Expo 2023.

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Architecture & Building Services 2023 Officially Launched as the Region’s Premier Built Environment Hub

16 April, 2023/in Events/by Editor

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Architecture & Building Services (ABS) 2023, the region’s three-day mega expo organised to serve the Built Environment industry, was officially launched in March 2023 by Mr Edward Liu, Managing Director of Conference & Exhibition Management Services (CEMS). The launch was held at Marina Bay Sands (MBS) Singapore and was attended by strategic partners as well as key industry and business leaders from the Built Environment industry.

ABS 2023 will open its doors at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Halls B and C on 15 November 2023. The event is presented as an initiative under BuildSG, a national movement that encapsulates the spirit of collaboration in the transformation of the Built Environment sector. The ABS series is the premier one-stop destination for international products, solutions, and service providers to boost their exposure to the local and international markets. The show is dedicated to the Built Environment and related sectors ranging from Architecture & Design, Facility Management, and Safety & Security – bringing leading businesses and organisations related to the Built Environment under one roof.

Themed ‘Designing a Safe & Resilient Built Environment’, ABS 2023 will provide a real-time interactive and curated experience to connect the industry and its marketplace formed by exhibitors and trade buyers.

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ABS 2023 will be headlined by six signature exhibitions and is set to occupy more than 10,000 square metres of gross exhibit space. The six concurrent tradeshows under ABS 2023 are:

ArchXpo 2023: The 9th International Exhibition of Architecture & the Built Environment
International Facility Management Expo (iFaME) 2023: The 10th International Facility Management Equipment, Products, Technology & Services Exhibition
Safety & Security Asia 2023: The 21st International Safety & Security, Technology & Equipment Exhibition
Fire & Disaster Asia 2023: The 19th International Disaster, Emergency Management & Fire Prevention, Technology & Equipment Exhibition
Work Safe Asia 2023: The 9th International Workplace Safety, Technology & Equipment Exhibition
Design Asia 2023: The 3rd International Designers Expo for Asia

Apart from the exhibitions, visitors can look forward to various highlights such as business matching services, guided tours of the exhibition floor, VIP luncheons with associations’ officials, trade guests, conference speakers, key exhibitors, as well as up to 12 specialised conferences. The conferences will cater to the three main clusters of Architecture & Design, Facility Management, and Safety & Security. They are specially curated to tackle various topics that are current to the Built Environment industry – in terms of challenges, solutions, trends, and new developments.

Some of the conferences located at ABS 2023 are:

SII Security Conference 2023, organised by the Security Industry Institute
ASEAN Federation of Electrical Engineering Contractors (AFEEC) and the Federation of Asian and Pacific Electrical Contractors Association (FAPECA) Conference 2023, hosted by the Singapore Electrical Contractors & Licensed Electrical Workers Association (SECA)
REDAS IDD Symposium 2023, which will be organised by the Real Estate Developers’ Association of Singapore (REDAS)
9th International Facility & Strata Management Conference (IFSMC) 2023, co-hosted by CEMS, Association of Strata Managers (ASM), Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), and Singapore Institute of Building Limited (SIBL)
WSH Forum for Waste Management Industry 2023, organised by the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Council
ASHRAE Conference 2023, organised by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Singapore Chapter

For more information, please visit architecturebuildingservices.com

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Geo Connect Asia & Drones Asia 2023 Confirm Their Status as the Leading International Event for the Region’s Geospatial, Intelligence and UAV Markets

24 March, 2023/in Events, News/by Editor

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The third edition of Southeast Asia’s flagship geospatial and location intelligence technology trade event, Geo Connect Asia (GCA), successfully concluded its two-day run on the 16th March 2023 at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore. GCA 2023, co-located with the first edition of Drones Asia and held in conjunction with Digital Construction Asia 2023, hosted in-person 2,494 visitors from 53 countries; 24.5% of the visitors attended from outside Singapore.

“We were delighted to welcome geospatial and location intelligence industry experts from the region and beyond, assisting in the creation of a regional community for the industry, with a Singapore base. Securing the continued support of our sponsors, partners and exhibitors is testament to the exciting event format we are developing; the addition of Drones Asia for the UAV industry has been very well received,” said Rupert Owen, Co-founder of GCA and Drones Asia.

“Geo Connect Asia is the meeting point for the Asian region, offering the opportunity to collaborate and build partnerships across the fast-expanding geospatial industry. We look forward to supporting future events,” said Nadine Alameh, Chief Executive Officer of Open Geospatial Consortium. Ms Alameh opened the conference, which comprised 81 prominent speakers, moderators and delegates from across the world.

The event was graced by Guest of Honour Dr Amy Khor, Senior Minister of State for the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment and Ministry of Transport, who delivered the opening address at the opening ceremony. SMS Khor also toured the exhibition showground, including the Singapore Pavilion led by SGTech, and an exciting drone soccer display led by Wong Fong Academy.

SMS Khor, in her opening address, said, “Achieving sustainable development in an interconnected world requires us to strike a balance between economic growth, social development, and environmental protection. Geospatial technology has proven to be a key enabler in supporting these sustainability goals, and Geo Connect Asia provides us with an excellent platform to explore ideas and solutions. I am heartened that such conversations and sharing will take place over the next two days amongst academics, researchers and professionals in various fields across engineering, artificial intelligence and governance.”

At the opening ceremony, SMS Khor witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) and the Container Depot and Logistics Association (Singapore) to use geospatial data to route heavy vehicles more efficiently and safely. An Intent of Collaboration was also signed between SLA and the General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for both countries to exchange knowledge and experiences regarding the use of geospatial technology. In addition, SLA announced a pilot project with SG Enable and Gardens by the Bay to map barrier-free routes for wheelchair users.

“Going forward, we will continue to experiment on using geospatial data sets in novel ways. We will deepen our own geospatial capabilities, broaden our partnerships, and continue to mainstream geospatial in businesses as well as in sustainable development,” said Yeoh Oon Jin, Chairman, Singapore Land Authority.

Visitors also witnessed the official opening of the first Drones Asia, a dedicated drone-technology show jointly launched by Montgomery Asia, the Association of Aerospace Industries (Singapore) (AAIS), and Gold Sponsor Inmarsat. This highly anticipated event was devoted to the region’s growing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) ecosystem, capturing the commercial demand for airborne, unmanned, and ground-based solutions.

This year’s Digital Construction Asia 2023 was also an exciting platform for the introduction of cutting-edge solutions for the built environment – including AI, BIM, blockchain, IoT, and visualisation technologies.

GCA 2023 was well supported by nearly 60 trade organisations, associations and government agencies, including SLA; SGTech, the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA); Singapore Exhibition and Convention Bureau (SECB); buildingSMART Singapore (bSS); and the Construction Industry Joint Committee (CIJC).

With the Main Conference, Tech Talks, Expert Stage and UAV Innovation Theatre @ Drones Asia, key industry professionals and players were provided with a platform to connect and hold pivotal discussions that progress the use of geospatial technology and intelligence to address sustainability limitations.

‘’We were pleased to be able to support Geo Connect Asia for the third consecutive year as Platinum Sponsor and welcome clients and new prospective customers in a vibrant meeting environment. With the opportunity to demonstrate our latest solutions on our stand and offer more personal exchanges in the Trimble Club, we were delighted with the response,’’ said John Whitehead, Senior Director of Sales & Distribution APAC of Trimble, who was one of 75 exhibitors from 25 countries.

“We received a lot of great leads and we met with a good diversity of customers. We’ve been very busy and positive on getting a good return on investment from our participation,” said Janina Vasquez, Geospatial Consultant of YJP Surveyors.

Geo Connect Asia with Digital Construction Asia and Drones Asia will return on 6th and 7th March 2024 at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore.

The combination of events is organised by Montgomery Asia.

For the latest updates and announcements, visit www.GeoConnectAsia.com.