VIP Buyer
APE VIP Buyer Program is featured by the tailor-made VIP service exclusively for key buyers and senior decision makers from the photonics, semiconductors and electronics industries, who have specific sourcing needs or purchasing plans for new projects or products, mainly related to the top management, sourcing and supply chain management, R&D engineering, production and manufacturing, etc. APE aims to build up the bonding relationship between buyers and vendors in the industry, exchange industry insights and deliver the fruitful and efficient business matchmaking.
*Verified buyer will receive a VIP Buyer confirmation email.
Exclusive Privileges for VIP Buyer
Exclusive welcome gift.
VIP Lounge serving with refreshments, tea and coffee.
Post your sourcing requests to attract more matching exhibitors and boost your sourcing efficiency.
Gain first-hand Visitor Guide and Exhibitor List before the show.
Business Matchmaking Service, providing free meeting room for private 1-on-1 business communication.
Priority invitations to fancy networking events and admission to concurrent programmes.
Business Matchmaking: Accelerate Your Sourcing Experience
Tired of wandering through expos to find suppliers that fit your exact needs?
Our tailored Business Matchmaking service takes the hassle out of sourcing—so you spend less time searching, and more time on focused and productive connections that move your projects forward!
How to join:
Step 1: Submit your sourcing request.
Step 2: APE Buyer team provides you the pre-vetted exhibitor list that algin with your requirements, along with latest visitor guide.
Step 3: You shall select the exhibitors that you would like to meet with on site.
Step 4: APE Buyer team will coordinate with the selected exhibitors and pre-arrange the 1:1 meetings at the VIP lounge for you.
Note: Should you have any query, please contact Eileen Chen via email eileen.chen@informa.com
Networking Opportunities: Connect, Learn, Explore
Gala Dinner
The APE 2026 Gala Dinner, gathered more than 150 distinguished guests, including representatives from international industry associations, senior executives of renowned enterprises, experts and scholars at LAVO, Marina Bay Sands Singapore. Against an elegant and relaxed ambiance, industry leaders engaged in in-depth communication and interaction, while enjoying fine dining and wonderful live entertainment.
Happy Hour
Unwind and connect in a casual, vibrant environment at the APE 2026 Happy Hour. During the event, 120+ exhibitors, professional visitors and buyers joined the exclusive networking session in the VIP lounge. Industry elites gathered to communicate in a relaxed atmosphere, sharing market updates and professional experience. The pleasant and active environment strengthened industry connections and created an efficient, practical and friendly business atmosphere for the exhibition.
Site Tour
The APE 2026 Site Tour offered offers a first-hand look into Singapore’s leading photonics companies and research hubs. It gathered participation from 56 companies, including ASMPT, CIENA, HUAWEI, MATTSON, TERAHOP, ZEISS, etc. During the visit, the delegation gained first-hand exposure to cutting-edge technology demonstrations and advanced production line operations, engaging in in-depth discussions on technological innovation, supply chain collaboration and regional market strategies.
Stay tuned for the event updates of APE 2027.