SINGAPORE: As global supply chains face increasing pressure from tariff volatility and geopolitical realignments, CeMAT Southeast Asia returns to Singapore EXPO from 19–21 May 2025 to offer strategic clarity and cutting-edge solutions for logistics leaders navigating this complexity.
Organised by Hannover Fairs Asia Pacific, a subsidiary of Deutsche Messe, the three-day event will convene over 60 global and regional exhibitors, spotlighting transformative technologies in intralogistics, AI-driven automation, robotics, warehouse optimisation, and end-to-end supply chain intelligence.
The event’s return to Singapore—Asia’s top logistics hub—comes at a time when companies across Southeast Asia are reassessing their infrastructure and digital readiness.
“The global supply chain is being reshaped by protectionism, shifting trade routes, and rising customer expectations. CeMAT Southeast Asia is timely and strategic—it empowers businesses to future-proof operations and scale efficiently,” said Michael Rolfing, Managing Director Malaysia at Ferag.
Driving Logistics Transformation in Southeast Asia
Key exhibitors include SSI Schaefer, Daifuku, Honeywell, Körber Supply Chain, Interroll, Geek+, AutoStore, GreyOrange, and Hikrobot, showcasing solutions designed to boost warehouse agility and reduce dependency on manual processes.
These offerings are of growing interest to Malaysian manufacturers and retailers, especially with the country’s New Industrial Master Plan 2030 aiming to position Malaysia as a regional logistics and automation hub. With trade digitisation and ESG compliance becoming priorities, CeMAT offers Malaysian businesses an essential platform to identify scalable solutions, explore cross-border partnerships, and accelerate adoption.
A 2024 Gartner report revealed that 57% of organisations plan to increase investment in at least one supply chain function by more than 10% over the next three years—highlighting the urgency for transformation.
Knowledge Exchange & Strategic Collaboration
CeMAT Southeast Asia 2025 will also host the LogiSYM Asia Pacific Conference (20–21 May), known for drawing top decision-makers and innovation leaders. The dual-format event provides actionable insights through high-level panels, interactive case studies, and strategic networking.
The Knowledge Theatre will feature sessions led by industry figures such as:
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Carsten Spiegelberg, Head of Logistics Solutions APAC & MEA, SSI Schaefer
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Alex Ch’ng, Business Development Manager, AutoStore
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Terrence Chan, Senior Sales Manager, Dematic
Topics include AI-driven warehouse transformation, scalable automation models, and strategies to build secure, agile, and sustainable supply chains in uncertain times.
Meanwhile, the Singapore Hour—a special segment within the event—will spotlight leading Singapore-based exhibitors presenting local innovations with regional scalability.
“We’re seeing a surge in Malaysian interest—not just in attending but exhibiting—reflecting the country’s pivot to smarter logistics and digital-first manufacturing. CeMAT is more than a showcase; it’s a launchpad for strategic transformation,” Rolfing added.
CeMAT Southeast Asia 2025 will take place from 19–21 May 2025 at Singapore EXPO.
