Singapore, 26 February 2025 – The 2^nd edition of Asia Photonics Expo [APE 2025] officially  opens today at Sands Expo and Convention Centre. Running from 26 to 28 February, APE 2025  brings together global industry leaders and innovators to network, collaborate, and drive  business opportunities. As Asia’s premier platform for the photonics sector, the event  showcases the latest advancements in optical communications, optics, lasers, sensing,  quantum technology, and displays. 

A Global Stage for Photonics Innovation 

Under the theme “Gateway to the Photonics Market in Asia”, APE 2025 is set to welcome over  5,000 industry professionals and showcase 344 exhibitors from 16 countries and regions,  including national and regional pavilions from Singapore, Europe, Germany, South Korea, Japan,  Malaysia, and China. Spanning 15,000 square meters, the exhibition features dedicated  technology zones for Quantum, Intelligent Sensors, and Vacuum Coating, spotlighting  cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of photonics. 

As a key industry hub, APE 2025 brings together manufacturers, R&D pioneers, and buyers to  discover breakthrough technologies, foster strategic partnerships, and strengthen global supply  chain connections across industries such as semiconductors, automotive, MedTech,  automation, and consumer electronics. 

Mr. Sukumar Verma, Managing Director at Informa Markets in Singapore, said: “Following a  successful launch in 2024, the second edition of APE is uniquely placed to build a B2B  marketplace for the optics, lasers, infrared, machine vision, industrial imaging, sensing, and  measurement sectors. It will bring to market exhibitors from new geographies, as well as a range  of new partnerships that will bring buyers from different industry verticals. We are thankful for  the continued support from our local and international partners.” 

Prof. Tjin Swee Chuan, Chairman of the LUX Photonics Consortium, emphasised Singapore’s  pivotal role in photonics development: “LUX Photonics Consortium has contributed to  cultivating a thriving photonics ecosystem in Singapore, growing from 12 founding industry  members to the current vibrant community of over 150 industry and research partners from  NTU, NUS, SUTD, and A*STAR. Through LUX’s collaboration with Informa in the Asia Photonics  Expo 2025, we aspire to further enhance this academia-industry collaborations to drive  photonics innovation, positioning Singapore as a leading hub in the international photonics  landscape.” 

Additionally, the opening ceremony featured a keynote by Mr. Carlos Lee, Director General of  the European Photonics Industry Consortium, who shared insights into Europe’s photonics  market and opportunities for cross-regional collaboration and said: “APE plays a meaningful  role in helping European companies establish valuable contacts to understand the photonics  industry in Asia.”

An Exhibition and beyond 

Backed by strong local and regional industry partners and associations including the Lux Photonics Consortium, Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association, Machinery &  Engineering Industries Federation and more – APE 2025 will deliver a dynamic three-day  conference line-up, featuring thought-provoking discussions on key topics shaping the future of  photonics. The event will also host regional delegations from Malaysia and Thailand, reinforcing  its position as the leading platform for business in the photonics sector. 

Perry Shum, President of the IEEE Photonics Society, emphasised APE’s role as a catalyst for  collaboration and progress: “Asia Photonics Expo is more than a showcase of cutting-edge  research and technology; it is a vibrant platform for collaboration, learning, and inspiration. This  event fosters the exchange of ideas, the forging of partnerships – shaping of the future of  photonics.” 

APE 2025 offered unparalleled opportunities for industry professionals, researchers, and  business leaders to collaborate and explore breakthrough technologies, connect with global  experts, and forge partnerships.