GTI Southeast Asia Expo 2025 Wraps Up with Resounding Success

The GTI Southeast Asia Expo 2025, held from 22–24 April at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur, concluded on a high note, making a strong debut in Malaysia and reinforcing its role as Southeast Asia’s premier trade platform for the entertainment and attractions industry.

The inaugural edition featured 150 exhibitors from China, Japan, Malaysia, Australia, andother global markets. From next-gen amusement rides and VR/AR innovations to family entertainment concepts, the expo showcased a comprehensive look at the future of fun andimmersive experiences.

Key highlights included live product demonstrations, cross-border business networkingsessions, and the Asia Pacific Amusement & Attractions Industry (APAAI) Forum 2025, which gathered industry leaders and experts for in-depth discussions on:

• Market trends in Southeast Asia’s growing attractions landscape
• Operational strategies to enhance guest experiences
• Regional safety regulations and compliance
• Enhancing your FEC and arcade business through IP Licensing
• Maximising people investment for success in attractions & FECs

Esteemed speakers and panelists included:

• Mario Mamon, Chairman and President of Enchanted Kingdom
• Philip Whittaker, CEO, NEXR Entertainment
• Thomas Taiga Kobayashi, President & CEO, Nihon XR Center
• Alex Ong, CEO, Attractionz Consultancy
• Chris Ho, Co-founder & CCO, The SAE Company
• Shaun McKeogh, Founder, Attractions Academy
• Eric Lee, President, Unbound
• Kelly Coskun, Vice President, Play Culture
• Natalie Chan, Director, Asia Pacific Location Based Entertainment & Promotion,Hasbro
• Sanee Neo, Director of Growth, Mascot Enterprise Singapore
• N Sanjay, General Manager Leisure & Hospitality, GAMUDA LAND
• Henry Wong, Senior Manager, Berjaya Times Square Theme Park

Leading companies such as MiXR by DENE Technology, Laserforce, Vekoma, and TokyoDome & Nihon XR Center attracted significant interest with product launches andinnovations. The show floor was also abuzz with transactions, as products worth over US $1million were sold out on-site, highlighting the region’s strong appetite for high-quality entertainment solutions.

The newly introduced Hosted Buyers Programme supported selected international buyers with exclusive access and hospitality, fostering deeper engagement and deal-making withexhibitors.

“We are thankful to have participated in the first edition of GTI Southeast Asia Expo2025, which provided great exposure and valuable sales leads. It was a fantastic opportunity to strengthen our presence in the Southeast Asian market,” said Mr. Sanee Neo, Director of Growth, Mascot Enterprise Singapore.

“GTI Southeast Asia Expo 2025 exceeded my expectations. While I discovered excellent new suppliers, it also highlighted the growing need for advanced news technology and specialised supplies from international sources. The APAAI Forumsessions offered valuable insights into global trends, and I’m eager to explore morecross-border collaborations in future editions,” said Mr. Aekachai Kietchalermporn, CEO & 3D Animation Director, Magma CGI Co., Ltd.

“GTI Southeast Asia Expo has proven to be a key connector in this fast-growingregion. We are proud to have created a space where innovation meets opportunity, and we look forward to growing this platform in the years to come,” said Andrew Lee, GTI Global Ambassador and Chairman of GTI Southeast Asia Expo OrganisingCommittee.

The strong commercial response and positive industry feedback from this first Southeast Asian edition signals clear potential for future growth, with organisers looking to build on this momentum in the next edition.