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2018 Post Show Report
Save the Dates 18 – 20 June 2019 Suntec Singapore & Marina Bay Sands
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Fast Facts
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specialised shows
ConnecTechAsia2018 - Asia’s most comprehensive mega technology event premiered with much excitement from attendees. Comprising 3 focused shows – BroadcastAsia, CommunicAsia and NXTAsia, across 2 venues with a total exhibition area of 67,000sqm, the event presented a great opportunity for the convergence of technologies and industries to almost 40,000 international attendees.
Close to
40,000 attendees
25%
of visitors were C-level / Senior Management
200
thought-leaders with 78% new at ConnecTechAsia Summit
1,800 international exhibitors
20
Over engaging activities
The Opening Ceremony kicked off the event on a high-note with a turnout of 1,000 attendees. ConnecTechAsia was opened by Singapore’s Minister for Communications and Information Mr S. Iswaran, which was followed by a morning plenary themed “Digital Business Transformation”. Tech giants such as Alibaba Cloud, Google, Netflix and Telenor provided impactful insights with keynote presentations on AI, Cloud, Industrial IoT, etc. The highly anticipated CXO Panel gathered industry leaders from Singtel, Mediacorp, Eutelsat, CDNetworks and BBC Worldwide which addressed how they are spearheading digital transformation within their organisation.
Top-notch Thought-leaders and Disruptors at ConnecTechAsia Summit The brand new ConnecTechAsia Summit which encompassed 3 dedicated summit tracks; NetworkComms, EmergingTech and BroadcastMedia, was packed with comprehensive thought leadership sharing, industry insights and power networking sessions.
Ashwin Sridhar
Bala Chandrasekaran
Bee Lian Ong
Bill Chang
Senior Vice President AVOD Digital FOX Networks Asia
Managing Director Jardine Lloyd Thompson (JLT)
Vice President Starhub
Chief Executive Officer - Group Enterprise Singtel
Caroline Doulcet
Professor Howard Michel
Lutz Beck
Neil Gane
VP International Data Privacy Counsel Barclays
CTO UBTech
Chief Information Officer Daimler Trucks Asia
Managing Director CASBAA Coalition Against Piracy
Parminder Singh
Richard Harshman
Shad Hashmi
Sharala Axryd
Managing Director - Asia Pacific Google Cloud
VP, Digital Development – Global Markets & Operations (Asia) BBC Worldwide
Chief Executive Officer ASEAN Data Analytics Exchange (ADAX)
Chief Commercial and Digital Officer Mediacorp
Good coverage of the hottest topics in the industry. Presentations by the key person from major corporations also help us digest what is going on at front runners.
Tetsuo Okuda CEO, Frontier Factory, Inc. ConnecTechAsia Summit Attendee
An Enriching and Fulfilling Experience at the showfloor Packing insights, entertainment and discovery, the line-up of activities and programmes at ConnecTechAsia was nothing short of spectacular – there was something for every attendee to glean from their experience at the event!
Attendees got a grasp of the burgeoning
The renaissance of radio technologies
For the 1st time ever, an esports tournament
experts and key opinion leaders weighed
in to new trends on radio broadcasting
tournaments unfurl before them and the
eSports and gaming phenomenon, as
in on the industry’s outlook in the seminar.
never felt more real, as attendees tuned by Mediacorp, Astro Radio, WorldDAB
and more, proving that radio is still as important as before.
was held at an exhibition! Visitors watched
checked out the production requirements in this rapidly emerging industry.
Attendees got to appreciate the ICT vision
Led by a guide, participants explored
Partnering with Alibaba Cloud, Blockchain
opportunities announced by depa (Digital
product demonstrations and discovered
attendees got to expand their knowledge
for Thailand through new projects and
Economy Promotion Agency), which also invited ideas and networking opportunities.
the showfloors through an itinerary of unexpected innovations!
Founders Fund, Hyundai and more, on two of technology’s biggest buzzwords today: AI and Blockchain.
Beyond technology, attendees also learnt
In collaboration with knowledge partner
Visitors were able to experience the future
from Omnicon PR Group, as they shared
Digitise. Digitalise.’ helped attendees
IONIQ electric car, catching OTSAW’s
strategic marketing communication skills on engaging clients through new media tools and platforms.
It’s a great opportunity to come to an event like this (ConnecTechAsia) where you’ve got the whole community descending on Singapore for 2 or 3 days. You get the chance to see a lot of people, so it’s a great event for AsiaSat.
Barrie Woolston CCO AsiaSat – ConnecTechAsia exhibitor
SGTech, the seminar themed ‘Not Just
grasp the importance of digitalisation for
SMEs through using real-world scenarios.
of smart cities by test driving the Hyundai security robot and more.
Presentation Theatres
Attendees witnessed disruptive technologies as exhibitors demonstrate
their latest products in designated open areas at Suntec Singapore and Marina Bay Sands.
Dedicated Sourcing Platform Attendees took heed of where the industries are pointing, as thematic zones within CommunicAsia, NXTAsia and BroadcastAsia spotlighted key technologies and subsets:
Attendees were treated to a suite of cutting
Satcomm cluster - Asia’s largest ever
Robotics, Machine Learning and more by
wowed attendees with a wide range of
edge solutions on AI, Blockchain, FinTech, startups and companies.
congregation of satellite companies satellite communications solutions.
The expanded TV Everywhere! Zone
The newly revamped ProAudioTech Zone
on the latest non-linear broadcasting
exposed to a comprehensive range of
continued to attract attendees with interest solutions.
Connections made; networks established An exclusive breakfast reception was arranged
for selected exhibitors and C-level visitors from key broadcasters, telecom operators and enterprises. It created a great opportunity for them to network.
Close to 1,600 meetings were scheduled at ConnecTechAsia via the online business matching programme prior to the event.
created lots of buzz as attendees were audio systems.
At ConnecTechAsia, we were able to work with our partners to maximize their brand exposure in Asia, whose fast growing economies are driving growing demand for consumer goods.
Vadzim Tsitou Partner in Asia Kino-mo – ConnecTechAsia exhibitor
Buyers Profile at ConnecTechAsia ConnecTechAsia is the only event in Asia that attracts buyers from the broadcast,
communication, digital media industries; and key enterprises. C-levels, Technical / Engineering, IT, Digital Media and other professionals congregate to discover new technologies, network and have their purchasing requirements fulfilled.
Top International Visiting Countries Indonesia
China
Malaysia
Vietnam
Thailand
Sri Lanka
Philippines
Australia
India
Myanmar
Korea
A truly international attendance – Overseas visitors’ breakdown North Asia
1,648
Europe
400
The Americas
315
South Asia
1,146
Middle East / Africa
131
Southeast Asia*
5,175
Oceania
341
*exclude Singapore
Visitors Breakdown by Key Job Functions C-Level / Senior Management Technical Engineering MIS / IS / IT Operation Network The exhibition consists of attendees from different industries such as trade, technical and governing bodies. ConnecTechAsia is a must attend show as it features the future in connectivity which opens the way for people from all over the world to connect.
Digital Media Programming / Content Development Video / Film / Sound Editor TV or Film Producer / Director / DOP / Cinematographer / Cameraman Artist / Designer / Animator Procurement Finance / Admin / Human Resource
Indrawan Suparan Country Manager Indonesia SAF Tehnika AS – ConnecTechAsia visitor
Academia / Educator Research & Development / Consultancy / Legal
5,377 1,818 2,407 1,549 1,042 513 456 236 404 692 150 291 527 293 558
Visitors Breakdown by Company Activity Broadcasters / System Integrators
4,080
Top 10 vertical industries Government / Statutory Board
Enterprises
4,337
Other Digital Entertainment related
Manufacturing
Other ICT-related
Academia / Training Institute
2,674
4,206
Non-Profit Organisations / Places of Worship / Venue Operator
Satcom / Satellite Carrier
266
306
Banking / Financial / Insurance Research & Development Services Places of Worship / Venue Operator Retailer / E-Retailer
Production / Post Production Houses
1,654
Carrier / Mobile Operator / ISPs / MVNOs / Data Communication Services Provider
1,895
System Integrator / VAR / VAD
428
Government / Statutory Board
1,453
Logistics / Transportation (Airline / Cruise / Rail) Building & Construction Hospitality / Food & Beverage
Key Local and International Names at ConnecTechAsia2018 My priority in visiting ConnecTechAsia is mainly networking and also to look for new products / technologies. Having visited this event for the past 20 years, connecting myself with my partners through this event is important to me because these networking opportunities do bring businesses to my company.
Charlie T. Fernando President CLIX – ConnecTechAsia visitor
ABS-CBN Astro Productions Bank BRI Bharti Airtel Big 3 Media Celcom Axiata Changi Airport Group Changi General Hospital China Mobile International China Unicom Chunghwa Telecom Cignal TV CS Loxinfo Public Dhaka Cable Vision Dien Quan Media & Entertainment Digi Telecommunication Eastern Broadcasting Company Far East Organization Globe Telecom HBO Asia Hong Kong Broadband Network iflix Iglesia Ni Cristo Impiana KLCC Hotel Indosiar Intercontinental Hotels Group Kantana Katipunan Bank Kompas TV Korea Airport Corporation Lanka TV Network Lao Telecommunication Company Lumigrade M1 Mawar Sharon Church Maxis Communications Mear Entertainment Media Prima Mediacorp Metronation Chennai TV
Ministry of Digital Economy and Society Ministry of Industry Republic of Indonesia MNC Pictures Mono Mount Alvernia Hospital MTV Asia Myrepublic National Healthcare Group National University Of Singapore Netflix PCCW Global Philippine Broadcasting Service Phoenix Satellite TV PLDT Smart Radio Suara Surabaya Radio Television Hong Kong Rajabhat Phuket University Royal Cable Siam Commercial Bank Singapore Civil Defence Force Singtel SK Telecom SMRT Sony Pictures Star India Techno India University Telecom Fiji Telkom Indonesia Telstra Broadcast Services Thailand Police The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Three (Hutchison) TOT Public Company Transvision True Corporation U Mobile Uber Technologies Vietnam TV Viettel Zhejiang Zoland Animation and more.
Wide media coverage across local and international titles Bloomberg
Manila Bulletin
Asia Radio Today Broadcast Pro Middle East
Bloomberg Radio Telecom Drive
BusinessWorld
Channel NewsAsia
Chinabyte Tech Wire Asia
New Straits Times Bangkok Post Lianhe Zaobao Indian Television
Total Telecom
Bisnis Indonesia
E27 Satellite Markets & Research
CMO Innovation
Newsbytes Philippines
Disruptive Asia
Networks Asia eGov Innovation ZDNet
Yesky
Do you know? ConnecTechAsia has a total of 3,559 social mentions
on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook during the 3-day event. The Opening Ceremony was aired LIVE
on Facebook for the 1st time with reach to 1,998 individuals, 13 shares and 63 likes.
Sponsors Platinum Sponsor:
Summit Sponsors:
Gold Sponsors:
Silver Sponsors:
Bronze Sponsors:
Networking Sponsors:
Sponsor:
Strong Support from Industry Partners Supporting Organisations:
Institute of Electronic & Communications Engineers of The Philippines
Supporting Media:
Official Show Daily Publisher – CommunicAsia & NXTAsia
Official Show Daily Publisher – BroadcastAsia
Official ConnecTechAsia Visitors’ Guide
Official Online Media Partner – Vietnam
Official Online Video Partner – BroadcastAsia
Abracadabra PR & Marketing • Advanced Television • Asia Image • Asia Radio Today • A&S Magazine • AEI/BET • APAC CIO Outlook • Asia Communication Awards • Asia Franchise & Business Opportunities • Asia Pacific Security Magazine / Australia Security Magazine • Asian Scientist Magzine • AsianNGO • Bakutel • Broadcast and CableSat • Broadcast and Production • Broadcast Pro ME • Cable Quest • Carrier Community GmbH • Central Asian Cellular Forum • China Broadcasting Buyers’ Guide • CHIP Malaysia • CIOAdvisor APAC • CommsMEA • Communications Today • Computer Weekly / Tech Target • ContentAsia • Content + Technology • D1Net • Data Storage Asean & Big Community • Developing Telecoms Ltd • DIDxNet • Digital TV Europe • Digital Studio • Digital Broadcast • Digital Studio • Disruptive Asia • DV Asia • Editec International Pte Ltd • Electronics Bazaar & Open Source For You • Entertainment Technology Asia • Global Trade Promotions • Hotelier Indonesia • InAVate Magazine • India Tech Online • Indian Television • LAVA • Network Telecom • Oxford Business Group • Pro Audio Asia • Retail News Asia • Satellite Evolution Asia (SEA) • Satellite Evolution EMEA • Global Military Communications Satellite Evolutions (EMEA) • GVF Directory • Satellite & Cable TV Magazine • Satellite Markets and Research • SatellitePro ME • Satnews Publishers • Singapore Electronics Industries Directory and Singapore Banking and Financial Services Directory • South Asian Wireless Communications • StartUP Terminal • Systems Integration Asia • Telco Professionals • Telecom Era • Telecom Review • TelecomDrive & ChannelDrive • Teletimes International • Television Asia Plus • TKT Magazine • TV y Video + Radio Magazine • Via Satellite
See You at ConnecTechAsia2019 for More Rewarding Experiences!
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18 - 20 JUNE 2019 Suntec Singapore AND
Marina Bay Sands
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