The Asia Photonics Expo (APE 2026) is more than a showcase of cutting-edge research—it’s a dynamic hub for collaboration, learning, and inspiration. It fosters idea exchange, fuels partnership growth, and helps shape the future of photonics. We encourage you to participate actively: connect with peers, share your expertise, and seize the opportunity to dive into the booming photonics market in Southeast Asia.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of APE from 4 to 6 February 2026 in Singapore! Start your inquiry today to secure your participation and expand your business through following new initiatives during APE 2026.
New Initiatives of APE 2026
The Semiconductor Pavilion
As Asia’s semiconductor manufacturing service demand surges, there has never been a better time to enter this booming market. Positioning as a strategic gateway to the Southeast Asian market, APE 2026 will launch its Semiconductor Pavilion – a dedicated showcase highlighting cutting-edge innovations across the entire semiconductor landscape from materials, equipment, manufacturing, chip design, and advanced packaging.
With the aim to facilitate photonics-semiconductor convergence, it spotlights applications in integrated photonics, semiconductor manufacturing, quantum computing, etc. It will be an ideal platform to showcase your technological edge, network with potential clients, and elevate your company’s standing in the global semiconductor supply chain.
Semiconductor Industry Overview in SEA Countries
Singapore | Front-End & R&D Leader
Contributes 10% of global semiconductor output, around 20% of global semiconductor equipment production and 5% of global wafer capacity.
Malaysia | Global Back-End Hub
Specialises in assembly and packaging, contributing 13% of the global semiconductor back-end manufacturing.
Thailand | Automotive & PCB Manufacturing
The semiconductor market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.88% (2024-2027), reaching a market size of US$13.23 billion by 2027.
Vietnam | Rising OSAT Hub
With a projected market value of US$31.28 billion by 2027 and a CAGR of 11.6% between 2023 and 2027
Who Will You Connect With at APE?
• Fabless
• Foundry
• Semiconductor Material
• Semiconductor Part
• Semiconductor Equipment
• Advanced Packaging and Testing
• Integrated Circuit
• Discrete Device
• Optoelectronic Device
• Sensor
• AR/VR
• Intelligent Automotive
• Internet and Data Center
• University
• Laboratory
• Research Institute
And many more
Exclusive Concurrent Programmes at APE 2026
• Concurrent Conferences – Focused sessions on Semiconductors, Photonics, and Flat Optics, driven by key industry partners including LUX Photonics Consortium, Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association (SSIA), and NSTIC.
• Gala Dinner – An exclusive, closed-door networking event bringing together high-level industry leaders and key stakeholders.
• Happy Hour – A casual, on-the-show-floor networking session open to key buyers, exhibitors, and VIPs.
• Site Tour – A exclusive opportunity to explore Singapore’s cutting-edge research hubs and leading photonics enterprises, fostering deeper industry-academia collaboration and driving innovation.