Thailand Electronics and Smart Manufacturing Series Exhibition

The Intelligent Asia Thailand 2025 series of exhibitions on electronic smart manufacturing was successfully held from March 6 to 8 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) in Thailand. Co-organized by Zhanzhao International Enterprise Co., Ltd., the Taiwan Branch of Messe Frankfurt GmbH, and GMTX Company Limited, this event is the most significant annual gathering for technological exchange and business matchmaking in the PCB and industrial automation sectors across Southeast Asia.

In terms of exhibition scale, the show attracted 300 exhibiting companies from 12 countries and regions, occupying a total exhibition space of 10,000 square meters. Exhibitors spanned the entire industry chain, including PCB manufacturing equipment, automation solutions, industrial control systems, testing and inspection systems, and electronic materials. The event drew 9,333 professional visitors from 26 countries and regions, with the top seven source markets being Thailand, China, Taiwan, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Germany. Over 76% of attendees were decision-makers or had purchasing influence, and nearly 50% reported specific procurement or supplier‑development needs.

The exhibitor lineup showcased internationalization and leadership. Internationally, renowned companies such as Germany’s Beckhoff Automation, Bender GmbH, Phoenix Contact, and Pilz; SICK, Cognex, and Balluff; Singapore’s Wieland Electric; Japan’s Nidec; and Switzerland’s Rittal all participated. From China and Taiwan, leading enterprises like Shenzhen Dazhu CNC, Global Circuit Board Equipment, Huizhou Zhongjing Electronics, Dongwei Technology, Taiwan DuPont, Simade International, and Zhisheng Industrial exhibited. Additionally, the ESMA Taiwan Electronic Supply Chain Management Association led a delegation to the event.

Exhibits highlighted key innovations across the PCB and automation value chains. The PCB Thailand zone focused on Thailand’s rapidly growing PCB industry, featuring HDI/IC substrates, rigid‑flex PCBs, intelligent PCB automation equipment, advanced testing solutions, nondestructive inspection systems, dry and wet process equipment, and electroplating technologies. Shenzhen Dazhu CNC demonstrated laser drilling and mechanical drilling techniques, Dongwei Technology showcased HDI board copper plating equipment, and Taiwan DuPont presented cutting-edge materials for PCBs and IC substrates. Meanwhile, the Automation Thailand zone highlighted automation solutions, including motion controllers, servo motors, encoders, AI‑powered monitoring systems, and collaborative robots. The SPS Demo Zone provided live demonstrations of advanced industrial technologies from SICK, Wieland Electric, Belden, Balluff, Cognex, Igus, Interroll, and Rittal.

A rich array of concurrent events. During the exhibition, three major technical forums—PCB Stage, SPS Stage Bangkok, and Tech Stage—hosted a total of 53 presentations. The PCB Stage addressed topics such as innovation in Southeast Asian PCBs and packaging substrates, investment opportunities in Thai industrial parks, and smart manufacturing and green factories. The SPS Stage Bangkok featured experts from Beckhoff Automation, Bender GmbH, Phoenix Contact, and Pilz, who shared insights on the application of automation and AI in manufacturing and logistics, as well as IT/OT convergence. The Tech Stage saw exhibitors introduce the latest advancements in automation, robotics, energy and sustainability, motion technology, digitalization, sensors, and IIoT. Mr. Piyapong Iamchoei, Investment Promotion Officer at the Board of Investment of Thailand (BOI), delivered a keynote speech at the PCB Stage, discussing investment prospects in Thailand’s electronics, PCB, and automation sectors. According to BOI data, Thailand’s foreign direct investment reached THB 324 billion (approximately USD 10.5 billion) in 2025, up 42% year over year, with the electronics and electrical machinery industries accounting for the largest share of investment.

Strong responses from exhibitors and industry stakeholders. Mr. Chai Booranajitrpirom, Product Director at TKK Corporation, remarked, “As Thai companies progressively transition from manual to automated operations, we’ve observed a vast market opportunity opening up for international technology suppliers. Our first participation already attracted numerous local manufacturers and potential international partners.” Ms. Xu Baoliu, Purchasing Manager at Guangdong Jiejun Electronic Technology, noted, “With clients choosing to establish production facilities in Thailand, we’re closely following suit. During the exhibition, we established extensive connections with automotive industry buyers and international customers.” Mr. Cao Chuanhua, Business Associate at Yanmo Solutions, stated, “Southeast Asia’s geographical proximity to China makes it a crucial expansion region. With supportive Thai policies and robust demand for PCB products, this exhibition has provided us with an excellent platform to showcase our offerings.” Ms. Shao Yueying, Senior Sales Manager at Jiangnan New Materials, added, “Many long-term partners visited our booth to discuss production challenges, while we also connected with new customers in the PCB sector, helping us better understand local market needs.”

As Southeast Asia’s most influential specialized exhibition for electronic smart manufacturing, Intelligent Asia Thailand has become a strategic platform for companies to showcase their products, connect with customers, gain insights into emerging trends, and expand into ASEAN and global markets. The next edition of Intelligent Asia Thailand will be held from March 11 to 13, 2026, at the BITEC Exhibition Centre in Bangkok, Thailand.