The ASEAN glass and facade industry head to Glasstech and Fenestration Asia 2022

Singapore from 26‐28 October. The leading Suppliers of glass manufacturing machinery and façade equipment and technologies will present their latest technologies and solutions to key regional industry buyers. As the sector moves out of the effects of the pandemic, the industry is now looking at solutions, technologies, and answers to the difficulties the construction projects are facing. The timing of Glasstech and Fenestration Asia is ideal for companies to source, explore and learn from some of the best solution providers in the market.

Michael Wilton, CEO & Managing Director of MMI Asia explains “It has been over 3 years since the last edition of Glasstech and Fenestration Asia enabled the regional industry to, learn, network, and grow together. Now more than ever as the Southeast Asia emergers from the grip of Covid‐19 it is important for the industry to come together in one place and share, showcase and explore solutions to the challenges the industry now faces. Glasstech and Fenestration Asia will ensure this occurs” The exhibition has enjoyed strong support from the regional industry.

Key associations including the Malaysia Glass Association, Singapore Glass Association, Vietnam Glass Association, Philippines Chambers of Glass & Aluminium, Flat Glass Alliance of the Philippines, Safety Glass Processors Association of Malaysia, Indonesia Flat Glass Association, Glass Manufacturing Association of the Federation of Thai Industries, Thai Plate Glass Industry Association, Malaysian Façade Industry Association, Society of Interior Designers Singapore, Singapore Green Building Council, Malaysia Green Building Council, will all attend the event with delegations. This is in addition to the Indonesian Façade Association, PERAFI, that Glasstech Asia has a continuing relationship with providing quarterly webinars to the industry.

Mr. Gan Pay Yap, Chairman of Singapore Glass Association says; “Glasstech Asia is an integral part of Southeast Asia’s glass network. Every year, glass professionals and businesses in the region look forward to congregating to exchange ideas and information. The exhibition and conference raise the level and add to the vibrancy of the glass industry” Mr. Joe Lam, Chairman of Malaysia Glass Association further comments; “As an ardent supporter of Glasstech Asia and after a long 3 years wait, MGA is finally able to be part of this annual event again.

With the relaxing of the Covid protocols and markets opening, we anticipate the regional industries to gradually regain their footing and capitalize on new opportunities with the new post‐Covid environment. This event will provide an excellent platform for the regional industries to engage, network and keep abreast with the latest industry's technologies and solutions to the challenges of the industry.”

In addition to regional groups key suppliers displaying their machinery, technology equipment knowhow and solutions include major international companies like, Guardian Glass, Hegla, Dow and Shin‐ Etsu, all of whom are taking significant space on the show floor. Mr. Jerry Tay, Regional Architectural Manager – South of Guardian Glass says; “Guardian Glass is excited to be part of Glasstec Asia 2022. We are also proud to be the Diamond sponsor for this event. Singapore has always been the architectural and design hub in the region and this event gives everyone an excellent opportunity to connect and exchange ideas with like‐minded people in the industry. With this participation, we look forward to having deeper engagements with more people in this industry and to bring new and refreshing perspectives to the customers. As Covid‐19 regulations starts to ease in the region, we are confident of the huge turnout, and we believe everyone will truly benefit from this year’s participation.”

The exhibition floor will be complimented by a strong conference program which will cover in detail important subjects covering, Climate Changes and the Future of Sustainability. Singapore Institute of Architects is supporting the show and conference. Singapore Green Building Council is fielding a speaker. The highlight of the conference will be a keynote presentation from Dato. Dr. Ken Yeang of TR Hamzah & Yeang Sdn Bhd.

Additional events are also taking place during the event including the official Glasstech and SGA Gala dinner, Networking evening and the “International Year of the Glass Display”. For those that are intending to visit the event organizers encourage you to pre‐register for free via the events website – https://glasstechasia.com.sg/