As Southeast Asia experiences a surge in intraregional trade, infrastructure investment and digital transformation, the second edition of Transport Logistic Southeast Asia and Air Cargo Southeast Asia (tlacSEA) returns to Singapore’s Sands Expo and Convention Centre from October 29 to 31, 2025. Widely recognized as the region’s most influential logistics and air cargo event, tlacSEA 2025 will bring together industry leaders to shape the future of supply chains across the region.
Southeast Asia’s logistics GDP is forecast to reach US$5.4 trillion by 2030 (IMF World Economic Outlook). With accelerating trade growth, infrastructure upgrades and digital adoption, the region is quickly becoming a key hub for global logistics players seeking innovation, expansion and strategic collaboration.
Building on a successful inaugural edition, tlacSEA 2025 is expected to welcome over 10,000 attendees and more than 300 exhibitors spanning the logistics, shipping and air cargo sectors. This year’s event will serve as a strategic platform to advance resilience, sustainability and digitalization – three pillars essential for Southeast Asia’s long-term logistics transformation.
“In today’s volatile global environment, resilience, sustainability and digitalization are no longer optional – they are essential,” said Michael Wilton, CEO and managing director of MMI Asia. “tlacSEA is more than just a trade show; it is the most important and influential meeting place for logistics and air cargo professionals in Southeast Asia. Singapore’s strategic location and innovation-driven economy make it the ideal venue for regional and global logistics leaders to convene and shape the future.”
Conference themes: resilience, sustainability and digitalization
The tlacSEA 2025 conference will feature over 90 sessions led by more than 100 global and regional experts, offering deep insights into:
Participation from global and regional leaders such as Google, Bosch, Mondelez, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways Cargo, Siemens Digital Logistics, and more will drive knowledge exchange and innovation across the three-day event.
Expanding regional collaboration and focus areas
As Southeast Asia cements its status as a global logistics powerhouse, tlacSEA 2025 remains the region’s only dedicated multimodal logistics and air cargo event. This year, the exhibition introduces new features that reflect the evolving needs of the industry:
These additions reinforce tlacSEA’s role as a catalyst for regional integration, innovation and sustainable growth.
Vietnam’s growing role and the road to Singapore
On July 1, 2025, the tlacSEA Connect Series @ Vietnam was held at the New World Saigon Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and brought together over 100 logistics professionals, government officials and industry leaders. Themed “Strengthening Regional Trade Partnerships amid Geopolitical Shifts,” the event explored Vietnam’s expanding role in trade diversification and infrastructure development.
Key highlights from the tlacSEA Connect Series @ Vietnam:
“Vietnam is not only rising as a logistics hub – it is becoming a strategic connector for Southeast Asia’s supply chain future,” said Michael Wilton. “By participating in tlacSEA 2025 in Singapore, Vietnamese stakeholders can amplify their capabilities, forge new partnerships and contribute meaningfully to the region’s logistics evolution.”
“In light of global trade tensions and uncertainties, identifying new economic corridors is critical,” added Nguyen Duy Minh. “Vietnam has a unique opportunity to drive this conversation. tlacSEA offers the ideal platform to explore trade diversification and connect Vietnamese capabilities to global demand.”
With 14 new industrial parks announced in Q1 2025 and ecommerce growth projected at 16-30% annually, Vietnam continues to expand its multimodal logistics footprint – reinforcing its position as a vital node in the regional supply chain.
Building on the momentum, Vietnamese logistics stakeholders are strongly encouraged to participate in tlacSEA 2025 in Singapore – the region’s most influential logistics and air cargo event. The show offers:
Singapore: The regional nexus for logistics transformation
As Southeast Asia’s logistics ecosystem grows more interconnected, Singapore remains the anchor point for innovation, collaboration and strategic growth. tlacSEA 2025 will bring together stakeholders from across the region – including Vietnam – to co-develop actionable solutions that will define the next decade of logistics transformation in the region.