Kuala Lumpur, 8 September 2025 – The second edition of DronTech Asia has officially commenced at the Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC), signaling a major step forward for drone and UAV innovation in Southeast Asia. Building upon last year’s success in Bangkok, the 2025 edition expands its global reach and underscores ASEAN’s growing role in unmanned systems.
Regional Collaboration and Strategic Timing
Organized by Aerosea Exhibitions Sdn Bhd and GML Exhibition (Thailand) Co., Ltd., the event runs from 30 September to 2 October. It strategically aligns with Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship and national aerospace goals outlined in the Aerospace Industry Blueprint 2030 and New Industrial Master Plan 2030. The soft launch was officiated by Malaysia’s Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, YB Liew Chin Tong, alongside senior industry figures.
From Bangkok to Kuala Lumpur—Expanding Scale
The inaugural Bangkok edition hosted 68 exhibitors and 3,482 attendees from 41 countries. This year, Kuala Lumpur welcomes over 100 companies from 15 nations, expecting 5,000 trade visitors across 5,500 square meters of exhibition space.
What’s on Display
- Live Demonstrations: Showcasing real-world drone use in precision agriculture, surveillance, infrastructure inspection, and last-mile delivery.
- Cutting-Edge Exhibits: Featuring global drone makers, system integrators, and startups in aerial, land, and maritime unmanned systems.
- AI & Automation Zone: Highlighting autonomous navigation, AI-enhanced operations, and advanced imaging technology.
- Technical Conferences & Workshops: Led by aerospace, robotics, smart-city, and policy experts.
- B2B Networking: Connecting startups, investors, and industry leaders for partnerships and investment opportunities.
Strategic Venue
Hosted at MITEC, Southeast Asia’s largest column-free exhibition hall, the venue highlights Malaysia’s ambition to emerge as a regional hub for technology and aerospace.
Who Should Attend?
The event is designed for drone entrepreneurs, innovators, policymakers, investors, and government officials engaged in UAV, IoT, smart-city, and aerospace industries.
Access Information
DronTech Asia 2025 is trade-only, with entry limited to industry professionals and registered guests. Attendees must pre-register and follow a business-casual dress code. Public access is restricted.
Conclusion
As one of Asia’s most significant UAV-focused platforms, DronTech Asia 2025 brings together innovation, commerce, and strategic alignment under one roof. It marks not only Malaysia’s rise as a drone technology leader but also ASEAN’s growing influence in the global unmanned systems landscape.
