Thailand’s manufacturing sector is facing a new wave of challenges and pressure. RX BITEC therefore invites entrepreneurs and manufacturers from around the world to join in transforming production through innovations at Manufacturing Expo 2026, ASEAN’s most comprehensive machinery and technology event for manufacturing and supporting industries.
The event will bring together more than 2,000 brands from 30 countries and 29 international pavilions, showcasing technologies across plastics manufacturing, mold & die, automotive parts manufacturing, robots and automation, electronics manufacturing, surface finishing, as well as factory and facility management solutions.
Seven specialized exhibitions will be held together under one roof from 17–20 June 2026, occupying more than 45,000 square meters across Halls 98–104 at BITEC, Bangkok.
Mrs. Varaporn Dhamcharee, Managing Director of RX BITEC (Thailand) Co., Ltd., revealed that this year’s event is organized under the theme “Innovations that Define All Industries.”
“We selected this theme because innovation is what our participants told us they are looking for. Last year, approximately 30% of visitors were factory owners and senior executives across various departments, followed by 29% management-level professionals, while the remaining 41% comprised engineers, procurement teams, R&D personnel, QC teams, IT professionals, and other operational functions.
Visitors traveled from 37 provinces across Thailand and 86 countries spanning six continents, including ASEAN, Asia, Europe, Africa, North America, Oceania, and South America.
They represented diverse industries including automotive, electronics and electrical appliances, medical devices, food and beverage, aerospace, packaging, cosmetics, jewellery and watches, furniture, construction and building, oil and gas, and many others.”
Visitors to InterPlas Thailand, dedicated to plastics manufacturing technologies, showed strong interest in plastic injection machinery and equipment, chemicals and raw materials, as well as packaging production machinery. These trends reflect manufacturers’ growing demand to enhance production capabilities and explore new raw materials, particularly environmentally friendly materials.
In the automotive sector, visitors to Automotive Manufacturing showed strong interest in Automotive Electronics innovations, automotive parts manufacturing machinery, and software for automotive parts design.
Meanwhile, visitors to NEPCON Thailand, dedicated to electronics manufacturing technologies, showed strong interest in electronic component design tools, SMT technologies, inspection and measurement technologies, and PCB technologies. “This year, we have recorded a 91% increase in exhibitors related to PCB technologies,” Mrs. Varaporn added.
As every parts manufacturing process requires molds and dies, InterMold Thailand, dedicated to mold and die manufacturing, attracts visitors from a wide range of industries. Visitors showed strong interest in mold and die manufacturing machinery, tools and tooling solutions, mold design software, and 3D printing innovations.
“Once parts are produced, one essential process that cannot be overlooked is Surface Finishing — including surface preparation, coating, and finishing. This process is not only about appearance, but also provides additional properties such as UV protection, anti-corrosion, anti-bacterial performance, and anti-static protection. Visitors to Surface & Coatings showed particular interest in surface coating materials, surface coating equipment, and surface preparation technologies.”
Across every production process, automation and robots also play critical roles in improving manufacturing efficiency. At Assembly & Automation Technology, visitors showed strong interest in assembly technology, industrial robots, as well as electrical and control systems.
“All of these production processes should operate within factories that can effectively manage energy and environmental performance, embrace sustainability, and digitally manage machinery and systems. Factory owners and building executives from various industries who visited FacTech last year showed strong interest in energy management systems, IT solutions, as well as construction and maintenance technologies,” Mrs. Varaporn revealed
For this reason, Manufacturing Expo 2026 and all seven co-located exhibitions under Manufacturing Expo have gathered the latest innovations from over 2,000 brands across 30 countries and 29 international pavilions from China; Japan; Singapore; South Korea; and Taiwan, China.
In addition, RX BITEC has collaborated with AMTS, organized by RX in China, to bring leading automotive parts manufacturing technology providers representing global brands from Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, and China to showcase world-class manufacturing technologies accessible to Thai entrepreneurs through the dedicated AMTS Pavilion.
Innovation Highlights of Manufacturing Expo 2026
InterPlas Thailand: Imported from Germany, the precisionMolding (500–3,200 kN) all-electric plastic injection molding machine delivers outstanding precision and energy efficiency. Presented by KraussMaffei Machinery (China), the system is equipped with MuCell Micro-Foaming Technology that helps reduce product weight while supporting lightweight vehicle development, environmentally friendly manufacturing practices, and next-generation automotive industries. The solution also meets manufacturing requirements for the medical device and electronics industries.
InterMold Thailand: SODICK (THAILAND) will showcase the Wire-cut EDM AL i Groove+ Edition series, an advanced wire-cut EDM and electrical metal processing solution designed to enhance energy efficiency and productivity. Equipped with a full inverter system, the machine can reduce energy consumption by up to 50% while increasing productivity by 20% compared with previous models
Automotive Manufacturing: SUZHOU TOX PRESSOTECHNIK is set to present intelligent manufacturing solutions from Germany’s TOX® at the AMTS Pavilion. The showcase highlights their comprehensive, end-to-end services covering production design, system installation and customization, training, after-sales support, as well as complete machinery and turnkey production line solutions.
Assembly & Automation Technology: Launched in Thailand for the first time, the Free Navigations AGV by Creform Yazaki (Thailand) is an intelligent AGV system that operates without floor guidance lines, offering flexible route adjustment that makes it ideal for modern factories where production layouts frequently change. Featuring iPad-based control, a LiDAR system, and advanced safety technology, the solution helps improve the efficiency of internal factory logistics and transportation.
Surface & Coatings: Specially manufactured in the United States, the Pureray XRF Supreme by PURERAY INSTRUMENT (THAILAND) is a high-precision, non-destructive coating analysis and thickness measurement technology capable of simultaneously analyzing up to 10 coating layers. Ideal for the electroplating and PCB industries, the system delivers speed, accuracy, and reduced calibration processes for enhanced operational efficiency.
NEPCON Thailand: The SIPLACE V, a flagship high-speed electronic component placement machine by ASMPT SMT SINGAPORE PTE. LTD., one of the world’s leading component placement technology providers, is a newly re-engineered system that combines industry-leading performance, maximum flexibility, and exceptional precision, while ensuring full compatibility with existing SMT production lines.
FacTech: Join SCG in transforming your factory, as SCG’s team of experts will provide consultation for factory operators across all industries on UPVC roofing systems, which play an important role in energy and environmental management, as well as employee well-being within factories. SCG will also showcase solar energy systems, supported by expert consultation and calculation models designed to help factory owners minimize electricity costs through solar energy installation. In addition, ONNEX by SCG will present energy solutions, factory efficiency technologies, and practical pathways toward becoming a Sustainable Factory that businesses can realistically implement.
Beyond the technology exhibition area, Manufacturing Expo 2026 will also feature an extensive knowledge-sharing and conference program with 90 seminar topics presented by 133 speakers, with content developed in collaboration with 43 partner organizations including:
Automotive Summit 2026, organized jointly with the Thailand Automotive Institute for the 13th consecutive year under the theme “Smart Mobility – Smarter is Future,” will explore the future of mobility through four key dimensions: safety, pleasure, cost efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Participants will also hear from international experts and industry leaders shaping the future of global mobility.
TAPMA Conference, organized by the Thai Auto-Parts Manufacturers Association, will feature a special session titled “Automotive in Transition: Redefining in a Changing World.”
Manufacturing Expo Forum, a dedicated seminar platform located in Hall 104, will feature a wide range of specialized conferences, including:
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PLASTICS FORUM, in collaboration with the Plastics Institute, convened industry stakeholders to exchange ideas and drive progress toward carbon neutrality. The forum featured discussions on smart innovations for a more environmentally friendly plastics industry.
INTERMOLD FORUM, organized jointly with the Thai-German Institute, will reflect the opportunities and challenges facing the industry. The forum will focus on innovations throughout the plastic injection value chain amid rising energy and material costs.
ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION SYMPOSIUM, organized jointly with the Institute of Field Robotics and the Thai Automation and Robotics Association, will highlight robotics and automation as game-changing technologies capable of transforming manufacturing and elevating Thailand’s industrial competitiveness to international standards.
NEPCON Forum, organized jointly with The National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC, a member of NSTDA), will feature key discussions on Smart Investment promotion measures, the outlook for the electronics industry value chain, and corporate roadmap development through the Thailand 4.0 Index.
SURFACE & COATINGS FORUM will serve as a conference platform bringing together technology leaders, researchers, and industry experts from Thailand and overseas to exchange insights on digital transformation, sustainability, and the evolving role of plating and surface coating technologies. Organized jointly with Thailand Electroplating Industrial Network Association, the forum will also feature the presentation of the Surface & Coatings Innovation Prize 2026.
Industrial AI Developer Summit, held for the second consecutive year in collaboration with the Artificial Intelligence Association of Thailand and the Thai IoT Association, will highlight how AI can transform manufacturing and accelerate the transition toward smart factories.
FacTech Focus will serve as a dedicated platform analyzing modern factory management technologies, including water management, waste management, and real-time monitoring systems, featuring 19 focused sessions designed specifically for factory owners and executives in Hall 98.
Special Zones and Activities: Visitors can also explore dedicated innovation zones and activities, including the BIOPLASTICS ZONE, showcasing innovations in bio-based plastics; the 3D Tech Pavilion, featuring the latest advancements in 3D printing technologies; and the Tools & Tooling Pavilion, a dedicated center for industrial tools and equipment.
Additional highlights include the Surface & Coatings Innovation Prize 2026, a competition recognizing innovations in metal and material coating technologies, open to industrial professionals, researchers, and new-generation innovators competing for prizes totaling more than THB 100,000.
The event will also feature the IPC Hand Soldering Skill Development Workshop, a competition and training workshop based on international soldering standards, as well as The 2nd WorldSkills Thailand Roadshow covering Mechatronics, Robot Systems Integration, and Autonomous Mobile Robotics, organized jointly with the Department of Skill Development, Ministry of Labour. Alongside the roadshow, the WorldSkills Thailand Friendly Match 2026 – Welding will gather welding representatives from 10 ASEAN countries ahead of Asian-level competition.
“We also provide a business matching service called Meet My Match. Visitors who pre-register for the exhibition will receive an email containing a Username and Password to access the online platform, where they can schedule business meetings with exhibitors of interest in advance before meeting onsite at the Business Matching Lounge during the event,” Mrs. Varaporn added.
Manufacturing Expo 2026 will take place from 17–20 June 2026, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, at Halls 98–104, BITEC, Bangkok. Admission is 500 Baht; however, visitors who pre-register by 16 June will receive free admission. Registration is available at www.manufacturing-expo.com. A single registration grants access to all seven exhibitions throughout the four-day event, including seminar participation and access to the business matching platform. For more information, please contact +66 2 686 7222 or email [email protected]
