Ms Lucia Wong, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, shared: “Being anchored alongside ARCHIDEX, smarteX Malaysia has lent immense credibility to our launch. Across the show floor, the response has been overwhelmingly positive and confirmed the market’s strong interest in exploring practical solutions that support operational performance, user experience and long-term value creation. By connecting international IoT, building automation, and intelligent infrastructure suppliers with built environment professionals in ASEAN, the show has created a knowledge-exchange ecosystem for business, collaboration and future growth. The conversations held here have been encouraging and will help carry this momentum into future editions.”
Dato’ Vincent Lim, President of C.I.S Network Sdn Bhd (C.I.S Malaysia), added: “With smarteX Malaysia as part of DIGITAL@ARCHIDEX, we are opening a new profile, bringing digital and smart technologies directly into the architectural and built environment sectors. Together with Messe Frankfurt, we are connecting global expertise with regional ambitions, and creating new opportunities for smart technologies to become part of how we design, build and operate the spaces of tomorrow.”
Visitors from around the world got a firsthand look at how smart technologies connect across every stage of building development, from design and deployment to operations and maintenance. The theme “Smart Technology for Life. Work. Space.” was brought to life across the many applications on display spanning various sectors, including: indoor positioning and visualised space tools, smart living technologies for homes and hotels, energy management, temperature control, smart lighting, access management, IoT and wireless solutions, data analytics, sensor modules, building information modelling (BIM), common data environment (CDE), and facility management solutions.
Exhibitors’ comments
“As an international IT company developing software for construction management, architecture, design, and BIM, we have brought our latest innovations to smarteX Malaysia including our CDE platform, advanced construction document management, and AI-powered design management systems. Overall, the potential customers experienced strong interest in our technology, and we are very satisfied with both the quality of the attendees and the international impact of the exhibition.”
Dr Vitaly Berezka, Managing Director – Asia, SIGNAX (United Arab Emirates)
“We believe that the most impactful smart technology systems operate invisibly to elevate a space, making smarteX Malaysia an ideal match for our vision of combining architecture with intelligent engineering. The exhibition allowed us to introduce our specialised climate and automation solutions directly to Southeast Asian developers while deepening our understanding of local market demands to build strong brand presence and establish long-term regional partnerships across the region.”
Mr David Wong, Managing Director, INSPRID (China)
“We are building AI-driven architectural presentation software tailored for architects, interior designers and marketing teams to seamlessly close deals in a fraction of the time. Our experience with the attendees at smarteX Malaysia has been outstanding. The vibrant mix of visitors and fellow exhibitors aligns perfectly with the target audience our business aims to reach. We currently have plans to establish a new entity in Malaysia and deepen our collaboration with local companies, so we’re really looking forward to exhibiting at the show again next year.”
Mr Yuki Tsuji, Representative Director, CEO, ACTUAL Inc (Japan)
Visitors’ comments
“Our company specialises in municipal modernisation from smart poles and CCTV command centers to solar hybrid systems and fiber optic networks. smarteX Malaysia has been pivotal in discovering IoT-driven solutions that align with our ongoing projects in Victorias City (Philippines) and beyond. We look forward to returning next year to continue building partnerships that drive ASEAN’s smart city evolution.”
Mr Edwin L. Astorga, Managing Partner, AETECH Innovations Singapore
“Nowadays, smart technology is seamlessly integrated into every aspect of our lives, transforming everything from residential spaces to modern learning environments. I travelled to smarteX Malaysia to find systems that will make our campus more intelligent. I've had the pleasure of meeting with several key exhibitors and explored product showcases that offered practical solutions for our upcoming campus and residential projects. It has been great to see the latest advancements available across the industry.”
Mr Richard Agbettoh, Manager, Ghana International School (Ghana)
Bringing industry perspectives together
The debut edition was anchored by key partnerships with the DALI Alliance, Wi-Fi Alliance, and International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), bringing international perspectives on smart technology, connectivity and healthier built environments to the platform.
The programme also featured contributions from local and international speakers representing Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), Malaysia Green Building Council (Malaysia GBC), Malaysia PropTech Association and other industry organisations. Through a series of sector-specific sessions, speakers brought diverse commercial and technical perspectives on the role of smart systems across the building development lifecycle.
At the heart of the event were the “Creators of Future Spaces” keynotes, which brought together leading technology providers, real estate and investment giants, built environment experts, and industry stakeholders to exchange perspectives on the role of smart technology in the built environment. The discussions explored how smart technology can move beyond standalone solutions, to contribute to better performance, more responsive environments and longer-term asset value. The inaugural edition highlighted the importance of cross-industry collaboration across technology, design and operations in shaping the future of spaces.
Speakers’ comments
“The collaboration with the fair organisers has brought incredible energy to the show floor, driven in large part by the enthusiasm that visitors and industry leaders bring, while providing us with a fantastic opportunity to showcase our full lineup of digital transformation tools. At its core, smarteX Malaysia is truly one of the prides of Southeast Asia, and I fully expect to see this show grow bigger and bolder with every passing year.”
Mr Paul Drosihn, General Manager, DALI Alliance (United States)
“As wellness real estate transforms into a global phenomenon, I wanted to highlight how property developers must continue to explore this growing sector. The strong international presence across the show floor is a clear sign that the market is expanding to a point where visitors can expect a diverse showcase of international products and services when visiting Kuala Lumpur. This impressive turnout reflects the immense confidence the industry has in this platform, and I have no doubt that next year’s show will be even bigger and better.”
Dato' Sri Dr Vincent Tiew, Executive Director – Branding, Sales & Marketing, KL Wellness City (Malaysia)
“As Southeast Asia continues to adopt green policies, platforms like this will be pivotal in providing energy-efficient solutions to the very questions we are asking today. Likewise, as Wi-Fi networks strive for greater efficiency, innovation must scale to deliver seamless user experiences. There is always room to innovate, and driving those continuous breakthroughs in connectivity is what makes the future so exciting.”
Mr Jeff Platon, Vice President of Marketing, Wi-Fi Alliance (United States)
“It is exciting to see the collaboration of smarteX Malaysia between Messe Frankfurt and C.I.S Malaysia on the show floor at MITEC, a venue that is incredibly convenient and easy to reach. The forums in particular serve as the true representation of the smart technology industry in Malaysia and Southeast Asia that is driving so much of their digital transformation. I hope to see smarteX grow and expand even further next year.”
Mr Daniele Gambero, President, Malaysia Proptech Association (Malaysia)
“The forums here stand out as a true highlight of the event, as they open the door to cross-sector collaboration on the opportunities and challenges ahead, fostering a sense of collective readiness across the industry. It's inspiring to see smarteX Malaysia demonstrate how progress is driven when we embrace collaboration, allowing us to grow stronger, stay united, and achieve our shared goals. Ultimately, it provides new ways to engage our community and welcome new members into the WELL ecosystem.”
Ms Minjia Yang, Vice President & Head of Sustainable Finance, International WELL Building Institute (United States)
Audiences’ comment
“My overall impression of the smarteX Malaysia talk is extremely positive. It provided valuable context regarding current market trends and evolving market requirements in Southeast Asia. The speakers brought top notch industry experience to every session and delivered rich perspectives on how the market should progress moving forward. Seeing local landmark projects alongside actionable guidance gave us a much clearer picture of how to adapt our products for the future.”
Ms Elena Wong, Channel Sales & Marketing Manager, Delta Frontier (Malaysia)
smarteX Malaysia is jointly organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and C.I.S Network Sdn Bhd, and forms part of Messe Frankfurt’s global portfolio of Building Technologies events. For further details, please visit smartex-malaysia.com.
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Background information on Messe Frankfurt
The Messe Frankfurt Group is the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event organiser with its own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,700 people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 29 subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2025 were about € 766 million. We serve our customers’ business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt’s key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events.
Messe Frankfurt develops new business models based on its digital expertise. Its range of services encompasses venue rental as well as exhibition stand construction, marketing services, staffing services, and catering.
Sustainability is a central pillar of our corporate strategy. Maintaining a balance between environmental and economic responsibility, social responsibility, and diversity lies at the heart of its approach.
For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainability
With its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent).
For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com
Background information on C.I.S Network Sdn Bhd (C.I.S Malaysia):
C.I.S is an established regional trade and lifestyle exhibition organiser based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia since 1994. The acronym of its name stems from Concept, Innovation, and Strategy. Its vision is to deliver its commitment to its clients through a shared vision and strategic partnerships in creating high-powered, multi-pronged exhibitions and events. The company continues to build a strong reputation in the Business Events - BE (M.I.C.E) industry to organise flagship, trade and lifestyle exhibitions in Malaysia and Indonesia.
ARCHIDEX - Asia’s Leading Architecture Business Event, established in 2000 – is a dynamic platform for the architecture and building industry, jointly organised by the Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) and C.I.S Malaysia, running concurrently with DATUM, PAM’s flagship architectural conference, as part of the Kuala Lumpur Architecture Festival.
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