Hosted Buyer Programme Seals Deals and Builds Partnerships and A Stronger Ecosystem

On the second day of ENGINEER & MARVEX 2025, the exhibition became a platform for purposeful conversations as the Hosted Buyer Programme took centre stage. This exclusive B2B platform connected domestic sellers with international buyers, largely from ASEAN nations, creating opportunities that extended far beyond the handshake. At the end of the session, the happy participants left Lounge 1 with new partnerships forged and markets unlocked, building the foundation for a stronger, more connected ecosystem.

For many buyers, the programme opened doors to cutting-edge technologies and new market opportunities.

“This B2B session was good as it provided an opportunity to see how we can collaborate and bring products into the Philippines,” said Luis Angelo Sevilla, President of F.R. Sevilla Industrial and Development Corporation. “We exchanged contacts, something that would not be possible if I had not attended this event.”

From Cambodia, Hong Leang Y, Managing Director of Lotus Green Team, added:

“New technology is coming in fast, and we need to be exposed to it. Here, we met qualified suppliers who can teach us and help shape the future of our market back home.”

Sellers, too, reaped the benefits of direct access to international buyers.

“Today I met potential buyers from the Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia, giving us the chance to expand into new markets,” shared Edmond Chiang, Business Development Manager of JCT Energy.

 “This programme connects us not just within Malaysia, but across ASEAN,” echoed Yap Siew Ling, Regional Sales Director, Citec International.

The value of this matchmaking went beyond business cards. Ir. Prastiwo Anggoro, Chairman of the International Certification Executive Body, Persatuan Insinyur Indonesia, stressed:

“Sessions like this are vital as they bridge contractors, vendors, and end-users – the three key stakeholders in building the future.”

From HVAC to renewable energy, data centres to safety systems, the Hosted Buyer Programme demonstrated why ENGINEER & MARVEX remains the definitive platform for driving regional growth. It’s not just about transactions, it’s about transforming conversations into long-term collaborations.