About Us
Founded in 2013 in Singapore, APAC EXPO delivers
high-impact exhibitions and conferences across
Defense, Security, Information and
Communications Technology, and Energy sectors.
“We are dedicated to driving business growth and shaping new industry trends, positioning the Philippines as a world-class leading venue linking global shifts to Philippine relevance.”
- Andrew Marriott, Managing Director
WHO WE ARE
APAC EXPO, with regional offices in both Singapore and Manila, has a proven track record of delivering high-impact exhibitions and conferences across Defense, Security, Information and Communications Technology, and Renewable Energy. Our flagship platforms include the Asian Defense and Security (ADAS) Series, PhilFIRST (formerly CYBERSPHERE), and the Energy Festival Philippines—each endorsed by key government agencies.
- Over 10 years in operation
- Government-endorsed events
- International reach and partnerships
- Trusted by the Department of National Defense, National Security Council, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine National Police, Department of Information and Communications Technology, Department of Energy, and many more
VISION
Producing innovative, high-impact events that advance national interests across the public and private sectors.
MISSION
Create agile, meaningful platforms to bring people and technology together to boost collaboration, foster innovation and provide the future solutions which contribute to the nation.
VALUES
Innovation, Integrity, Insightful, Excellence, Trust.
MILESTONES
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2013
Founded with Purpose
APAC EXPO PTE LTD is incorporated in Singapore with a bold mission: to become the Philippines’ most trusted organizer of government-endorsed Defense, Security, and Information and Communications Technology events.
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2014
Launch of ADAS: A New Era Begins
The inaugural Asian Defense and Security (ADAS) Exhibition is launched in Manila, endorsed by the Office of the President, the Department of National Defense, National Security Counsel, Armed Forces of the Philippines, and Philippine National Police. Despite the Glenda typhoon, the President returns on Day 2 to officially open the event — a powerful symbol of national support and resilience.
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2016
Regional Recognition
ADAS 2016 cements its status as a “must-attend” defense event in Asia, drawing 143 exhibitors from 25 countries, and welcoming VIP delegations from across ASEAN.
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2018
Presidential Endorsement
President Rodrigo Duterte personally tours the ADAS exhibition floor for over 3 hours — a strong show of commitment to the country’s modernization and to ADAS as a national strategic platform.
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2022
Breaking Records Post-Pandemic
ADAS 2022 returns bigger than ever — with 166 exhibitors from 34 countries and VIP delegations from 12 nations, reaffirming ADAS as the leading defense expo in the region.
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2023
Entering the Digital Arena
Cybersphere Philippines is launched in partnership with Department of Information and Communications Technology and Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center. The event brings together thought leaders, tech innovators, and government leaders to shape the nation’s digital resilience — attracting over 2,000 visitors and 30 exhibitors in its first year.
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2024
A Decade of Success
APAC EXPO proudly celebrated the 10th anniversary of the ADAS Series, a significant milestone in the Philippines' ongoing journey towards defense and security modernization.
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2026
Coming in 2026
2–4 September marks the return of ADAS, the premier defense and security event, alongside the launch of the inaugural Energy Festival Philippines.
Founded with Purpose
APAC EXPO PTE LTD is incorporated in Singapore with a bold mission: to become the Philippines’ most trusted organizer of government-endorsed Defense, Security, and Information and Communications Technology events.
Launch of ADAS: A New Era Begins
The inaugural Asian Defense and Security (ADAS) Exhibition is launched in Manila, endorsed by the Office of the President, the Department of National Defense, National Security Counsel, Armed Forces of the Philippines, and Philippine National Police. Despite the Glenda typhoon, the President returns on Day 2 to officially open the event — a powerful symbol of national support and resilience.
Regional Recognition
ADAS 2016 cements its status as a “must-attend” defense event in Asia, drawing 143 exhibitors from 25 countries, and welcoming VIP delegations from across ASEAN.
Presidential Endorsement
President Rodrigo Duterte personally tours the ADAS exhibition floor for over 3 hours — a strong show of commitment to the country’s modernization and to ADAS as a national strategic platform.
Breaking Records Post-Pandemic
ADAS 2022 returns bigger than ever — with 166 exhibitors from 34 countries and VIP delegations from 12 nations, reaffirming ADAS as the leading defense expo in the region.
Entering the Digital Arena
Cybersphere Philippines is launched in partnership with Department of Information and Communications Technology and Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center. The event brings together thought leaders, tech innovators, and government leaders to shape the nation’s digital resilience — attracting over 2,000 visitors and 30 exhibitors in its first year.
A Decade of Success
APAC EXPO proudly celebrated the 10th anniversary of the ADAS Series, a significant milestone in the Philippines' ongoing journey towards defense and security modernization.
Coming in 2026
2–4 September marks the return of ADAS, the premier defense and security event, alongside the launch of the inaugural Energy Festival Philippines.