PALM Expo Promotion Magazine
Sound · Light · Audio Visual
Published on 18th August 2026
Prolight + Sound, one of the renowned international trade fair brands for professional AV, lighting, music, and entertainment technology, will make its Bangkok debut this year with the launch of Prolight + Sound Bangkok (PLSB), a new regional meeting point for the industry. Taking place from 30 September – 2 October 2026 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre, the show will unite international brands and key Southeast Asian players to accelerate market entry, partnerships, and the adoption of cutting‑edge solutions across the region’s booming entertainment, music, events, MICE, and tourism sectors.
Over 150 international exhibitors and more than 5,000 trade visitors are projected to attend. Companies from eleven countries and regions have confirmed their participation including China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Malaysia, Singapore, Switzerland, Thailand, and the UK. The growing exhibitor lineup includes established brands such as ACME, Altimate, Big Dipper, Botai, CJS, DJ Power, ETC, Faital Pro, Giant Truss, Gis AG, Golden Duck, HK Audio, ICE Prosound, IMAGE AV, MARANI, Mission T, Neutrik, N‑Labs, PENN ELCOM, Pharos Architectural Controls, Reyn Audio, Roxtone, Silver Star, Sixty82 Doughty Asia, Tycoon, VL Audio, and Yoda. A dedicated Singapore Pavilion, organised by the Pro Audiovisual & Lighting Integration Association of Singapore (AVLIAS), featuring leading companies like Acoustic & Lighting System, EP‑Tec Solutions, MA Lighting, New Wave Display, Robe Lighting, Total Solution Marketing, and Unearthed Productions, underscores Singapore’s strong regional commitment.
What exhibitors are saying about show participation
Rising opportunities across Southeast Asia's live events and entertainment sectors position PLSB as a strategic gateway. ACME's Sales Director, Yanqiang Yang, stated: "We aim to connect directly with regional distributors and end‑users, showcasing our latest products for hands‑on evaluation."
HK Audio's Chief Sales Officer, Christian Jordan, commented: "As Southeast Asia continues to experience strong growth, this trade show offers HK Audio a strategic platform to strengthen our regional presence. We are confident PLSB will develop into a key business hub."
Connecting global expertise with regional growth
The show’s comprehensive fringe programme includes a Drum Circle & Music Therapy Experience Workshop in partnership with IQ PLUS Music, Serenity Sound, and Tycoon, alongside sessions on AI, immersive experiences, concerts, and smart AV integration. An intensive three‑day masterclass by the Thailand Professional Qualification Institute (TPQI) will cover sound engineering, acoustic design, and live production. Meanwhile, AVLIAS will host the Future of the ASEAN Pro AVL, which will explore regional business opportunities and cross‑border collaboration, driving knowledge transfer and long‑term partnerships.