Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
Glassman Asia 2027 will be held on 17-18 March 2027 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre. This event brings together industry leaders, manufacturers, and suppliers to explore the latest innovations and technologies in the glass sector.
With over 50 exhibitors expected, attendees will have the opportunity to network, attend expert-led presentations, and discover new products and solutions tailored to their needs. Glassman Asia 2027 takes place in Bangkok, Thailand.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: 17-18 March 2027, BITEC (Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre), Bang Na district, Bangkok, Thailand.
- 2Sector Focus: Two days on container and hollow glass making - batch and cullet handling, furnace and forehearth operation, IS machine forming, annealing and inspection/QC.
- 3Who Attends: Furnace, batch and forming engineers, maintenance and reliability teams, quality/inspection leads and buyers from container, tableware and specialty glass producers across Asia.
- 4Organiser and Entry: Organised by Quartz Business Media (Glass International); visitor registration is currently free online through the show's official site.
- 5Getting There: BITEC is linked to the BTS Sukhumvit line at Bang Na station by a covered skywalk, and roughly 25-35 minutes by expressway from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), traffic allowing.
Why visit
Attending Glassman Asia 2027 offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry experts and peers, explore the latest technologies, and gain insights into market trends. Visitors can engage with over 50 exhibitors, participate in expert-led sessions, and network with key decision-makers in the glass manufacturing sector.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at Glassman Asia 2027 provides unparalleled visibility to a targeted audience of industry professionals. Scale and Focus: This event is a premier gathering for the hollow and container glass manufacturing sector, featuring over 50 exhibitors. Buyer Authority: Attendees include plant managers, R&D professionals, and procurement executives from the glass industry.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Furnace and combustion engineers from container glass plants: review oxy-fuel firing, burner upgrades, regenerator repairs and refractory life extension options.
Batch house and raw materials managers: soda ash, silica sand, feldspar and cullet supply, dosing accuracy, mixing equipment and batch uniformity controls.
Forming and IS machine teams: gob forming, mould swabbing and coating practice, NNPB process tuning, machine upgrades and hot-end handling.
Quality and inspection leads: camera-based inspection, X-ray and pressure-test units, dimensional gauges, and QC data logging for container and tableware lines.
Plant maintenance and reliability engineers: lehr, conveyor and stacker maintenance, spare-parts sourcing and shutdown planning for Asian production sites.
Procurement and operations directors: capex planning for line rebuilds, supplier qualification and multi-year service agreements across regional glass plants.
Energy and decarbonisation managers: electric boosting, waste-heat recovery, cullet recycling rates and emissions compliance for furnaces.
Tableware, lighting and specialty glass producers: small-batch melting, decorating, annealing and downstream processing equipment for non-container glass.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Furnace and combustion technology suppliers: oxy-fuel systems, burners, regenerators, refractory installation and furnace control packages.
Batch plant and raw material providers: soda ash, silica sand, feldspar, dolomite, cullet processing and batching/mixing systems.
Forming equipment manufacturers: IS machines, gob feeders, forehearths, moulds, mould coatings and hot-end handling machinery.
Inspection and quality-system vendors: camera inspection, X-ray and pressure testing, dimensional measurement and line QC software.
Refractories and consumables suppliers: furnace refractories, feeder expendables, lubricants and mould-release products.
Annealing and cold-end specialists: lehrs, stackers, conveyors, coating and decorating equipment for container and tableware lines.
Energy, emissions and recycling technology companies: electric melting and boosting, waste-heat recovery, flue-gas treatment and cullet beneficiation.
Glass producers and processing groups: regional manufacturers presenting plant capability, capacity expansions and partnership offers to Asian buyers.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Batch plants, dosing and mixing systems for glass furnaces
Soda ash, silica sand, feldspar, dolomite and other glassmaking raw materials
Cullet collection, beneficiation and recycling equipment
Furnaces, burners, oxy-fuel combustion and electric boosting systems
Furnace refractories, regenerators and hot repair services
Forehearths, gob feeders and glass conditioning equipment
IS machines, moulds, mould coatings and NNPB forming technology
Hot-end handling, conveyors and lehr loading equipment
Annealing lehrs, stackers and cold-end conveying
Inspection systems: camera, X-ray, pressure testing and dimensional gauges
Decorating, coating and printing technology for glass containers and tableware
Emissions control, waste-heat recovery and energy management for glass plants
Automation, sensors and process control software for glass production lines
Spare parts, lubricants and maintenance services for glassmaking machinery
Location & Facilities
Venue
Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC)
88 Debaratna Road (km. 1) Bangna Tai, Bangna, Bangkok 10260, Thailand
Facilities
Parking
Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) - Bhiraj Halls 1 + 2 in Bangkok typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) - Bhiraj Halls 1 + 2 in Bangkok typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) - Bhiraj Halls 1 + 2 for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Free registration
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
This edition
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Exhibitors: 50
Next edition
Not announced yet
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Bangkok, Thailand
Why it matters
Attending Glassman Asia 2027 on 2027-03-17 to 2027-03-18 in Bangkok lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Sustainability in procurement
What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Automation and labour efficiency
What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Main international gateway for Bangkok and the usual arrival point for Glassman Asia visitors; taxis, ride-hailing and the Airport Rail Link connect to the city. Confirm current transfer options before travel
TBA
to venue
approx. 25-35 minutes by expressway, longer in Bangkok peak traffic
by car
Don Mueang International Airport
Used mainly by regional low-cost carriers; allow extra time if connecting through DMK on the same day as your BITEC meetings
TBA
to venue
approx. 45-60 minutes depending on traffic
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam by IHG
3-star
SiamFree breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, fitness center, restaurant, business center. Guest rating 4.2 from roughly 3,300 reviews, described as an excellent location. Indicative rate around INR 6,813 per night.
Almas Hotel Bangkok
4-star
BangkokBreakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, restaurant, airport shuttle, full-service laundry. Guest rating 4.1; capture flagged a deal at 37% below the usual rate.
Hotel Royal Bangkok
4-star
BangkokBreakfast, free Wi-Fi, parking, outdoor pool, air conditioning, fitness center, bar, restaurant. Guest rating 4.3; capture flagged a deal at 24% below the usual rate.
Aliz Hotel
4-star
BangkokFree breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, restaurant, kid-friendly. Guest rating 3.9; capture flagged a deal at 33% below the usual rate.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
BTS Skytrain (Sukhumvit line)
Estimated costUSD 12-28 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forSiam or Asok to Bang Na station, then covered skywalk to BITEC
Cheapest reliable option during peak traffic; trains run frequently and the skywalk leads directly into the BITEC complex.
Airport Rail Link plus BTS
Estimated costUSD 12-28 airport or regional rail single journey
Best forSuvarnabhumi Airport to Phaya Thai, then BTS Sukhumvit line to Bang Na
Good value if you land outside rush hour and travel light; requires a change at Phaya Thai with luggage.
Metered taxi from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forPublic taxi rank, Suvarnabhumi to BITEC, Bang Na
Use the official taxi rank and insist on the meter; keep small notes for tolls.
Ride-hailing (Grab, Bolt)
Estimated costApprox. THB 350-550 from Suvarnabhumi depending on car class and surge; confirm the app fare before booking
Best forAirport or city hotel to BITEC, Bang Na
Fixed app pricing avoids meter disputes; meet the driver at the designated ride-hailing point at the airport.
Hotel shuttle
Estimated costOften complimentary or a nominal THB 100-200 per person where offered; confirm with your hotel
Best forPrecinct hotels to BITEC
Ask at booking whether a shuttle runs on show days and whether it needs reserving the night before.
Self-drive and on-site parking
Estimated costApprox. THB 20-30 per hour with a daily cap at the venue car park; confirm current rates on site
Best forBITEC car park, Bang Na
BITEC has substantial on-site parking; arrive early on the first show morning when exhibitor build traffic is heaviest.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. USD taxi/rideshare from BKK to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forSuvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) - Bhiraj Halls 1 + 2
approx. 25-35 minutes by expressway, longer in Bangkok peak traffic; Main international gateway for Bangkok and the usual arrival point for Glassman Asia visitors; taxis, ride-hailing and the Airport Rail Link connect to the city. Confirm current transfer options before travel.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. USD taxi/rideshare from DMK to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forDon Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) - Bhiraj Halls 1 + 2
approx. 45-60 minutes depending on traffic; Used mainly by regional low-cost carriers; allow extra time if connecting through DMK on the same day as your BITEC meetings.
Weather
Mid-March in Bangkok is hot and mostly dry, typical of the transition from the cool-dry season to the hot season: daytime highs commonly around 32-35°C, night lows near 25-27°C, high humidity and only occasional short showers. Indoor halls at BITEC are strongly air-conditioned, so a light layer is useful for long session blocks. Check the forecast in the week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Thailand.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and business tone
A polite wai greeting and a business card exchange set a good tone with Thai suppliers and plant teams. Meetings usually open with brief pleasantries; keep technical detail direct but calm, since raising your voice or showing visible frustration loses credibility quickly.
Dress and venue etiquette
Business casual is the norm on the Glassman Asia floor, with a jacket for supplier dinners. Bangkok halls are heavily air-conditioned, so a light layer helps across long session blocks, and conservative dress is expected if you visit temples before or after the show.
Money, tipping and payments
The baht is the local currency and card payment is widespread in Bangkok hotels and restaurants, but keep cash for taxis, market food and small vendors. Tipping is not obligatory; rounding up or leaving small change is common in restaurants and for hotel staff.
Traffic, timing and appointments
Bangkok traffic can turn a 20-minute trip into an hour, so schedule supplier meetings with buffer time and use the BTS wherever possible. Confirm appointments the day before and share your hotel location in Thai script with drivers.
Language at the show
Exhibition and conference content is delivered in English, and most Bangkok business hotels and BITEC staff work in English. Learning a few Thai phrases such as sawasdee (hello) and khop khun (thank you) is appreciated but not required.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: BKK
Flights were searched to Bangkok (BKK) for 17 March 2027 in Thai baht (THB) on Google Flights; displayed fares are final prices including taxes and fees for the cheapest common payment method, and extras such as baggage, meals or Wi-Fi may be charged separately. Use the Date grid and Price graph on the results page to compare nearby departure dates before booking.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): approx. 25-35 minutes by expressway, longer in Bangkok peak traffic; Don Mueang International Airport (DMK): approx. 45-60 minutes depending on traffic. Allow road or rail time to Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC): Siam: Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam by IHG; Bangkok: Almas Hotel Bangkok; Bangkok: Hotel Royal Bangkok.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Bangkok; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC).
Parking: On-site parking is available at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC); confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March 2027
Temperature: Approx. 27-35°C in mid-March, with daytime highs usually 32-35°C, night lows around 25-27°C and high humidity. Halls and hotels are air-conditioned, so expect a sharp indoor-outdoor temperature difference.
Seasonality: Mid-March sits at the end of Bangkok's dry season, so rain is limited and usually falls as short afternoon showers rather than sustained storms. The bigger planning factor is heat and humidity rather than rain; the wet season proper arrives later in the year.
Packing: Pack lightweight, breathable business-casual clothing for outdoor transfers and a light jacket or smart layer for air-conditioned halls and evening meetings. Bring comfortable shoes for the exhibition floor, a compact umbrella for the occasional shower, high-factor sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated between appointments.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Glassman Asia 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
D-14: Confirm your registration is complete and note whether you need a printed or mobile confirmation for badge collection at BITEC.
T-2
D-14: Check passport validity (six months or more is the usual expectation for Thailand entry) and confirm your visa or visa-exemption status with the Royal Thai Embassy for your nationality.
T-3
D-12: Build a target list of 10-15 exhibitors across furnace, batch, forming and inspection categories, and email three or four to request meetings.
T-4
D-10: Book the flight and a hotel within reach of the BTS Sukhumvit line or BITEC in Bang Na; check whether your hotel runs a shuttle to the venue.
T-5
D-9: Download the show schedule and mark conference sessions that overlap with planned stand meetings.
T-6
D-7: Prepare a one-page plant profile (furnace size, pull rate, container mix, current pain points) to hand to suppliers.
T-7
D-6: Arrange travel insurance and check your bank card works for Thai baht withdrawals or contactless payment.
T-8
D-5: Print or save your hotel address in Thai script for taxi drivers.
T-9
D-4: Plan the airport transfer - Airport Rail Link plus BTS, metered taxi, or pre-booked ride-hailing - and budget for expressway tolls.
T-10
D-3: Pack business-casual clothing plus a light layer for air-conditioned halls, and comfortable shoes for the exhibition floor.
T-11
D-2: Confirm meeting times and hall/stand numbers from the exhibitor list, and note the BITEC hall entrance you will use.
T-12
D-1: Charge devices, load the show app or schedule on your phone, and check the next-day weather for the walk between Bang Na station and the venue.
T-13
Show day 1: Arrive 30-45 minutes before the floor opens for badge collection and orientation, then walk the hall once before scheduled meetings.
T-14
Show day 2: Follow up with the two or three strongest suppliers, collect quotes, and note who to contact for a factory visit after the show.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) - Bhiraj Halls 1 + 2
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Glassman Asia 2027 registration concourse
Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) - Bhiraj Halls 1 + 2
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC) - Bhiraj Halls 1 + 2
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$190.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Glassman Asia 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Glossary
- Batch
- The weighed mix of raw materials (typically silica sand, soda ash, limestone, dolomite and cullet) fed into a glass furnace to be melted into glass.
- Cullet
- Broken or recycled glass added back into the batch. Higher cullet ratios usually lower melting energy and emissions, which makes cullet quality and supply a recurring theme at container glass shows.
- Forehearth
- The refractory channel that conditions molten glass between the furnace and the gob feeder, evening out temperature so each gob has consistent viscosity before forming.
- Gob
- A precisely weighed drop of molten glass cut from the feeder and delivered to the forming machine. Gob weight and temperature control decide container wall thickness and weight distribution.
- IS machine
- Individual Section machine, the standard forming equipment for container glass. Each section blows or presses a gob into a bottle or jar at high speed, and multi-section machines dominate high-volume lines.
- NNPB
- Narrow Neck Press and Blow, a forming process used for narrow-neck containers. It presses a parison with a metal plunger instead of blow-forming it, giving better wall-thickness control and light-weighting potential.
- Annealing lehr
- A temperature-controlled tunnel that slowly cools formed glass to relieve internal stress. Lehr settings affect strength, breakage rates and downstream inspection rejects.
- Hot end coating
- A thin tin or titanium-based coating applied to containers while still hot, improving scratch resistance and lubricity so bottles survive filling lines and palletising.
- Cold end coating
- A water-based spray applied after annealing to further reduce surface friction and improve label adhesion on returnable and single-use containers.
- Oxy-fuel firing
- Furnace firing with oxygen instead of air, raising flame temperature and reducing nitrogen oxide emissions and fuel use, a common upgrade topic for Asian container plants facing tightening air-quality rules.
- Pull rate
- The tonnage of molten glass drawn through a furnace per day. Debottlenecking projects at Glassman Asia usually centre on raising pull rate without shortening refractory campaign life.
- Refractory campaign life
- The service period a furnace lining survives before a cold repair. Superstructure and melter refractory choices directly drive rebuild intervals and total cost of ownership.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Glassman Asia 2027 Bangkok 2027
- Glassman Asia Bangkok 2027
- Bangkok Thailand
- Glass manufacturing machinery and equipment
- Raw materials for glass production
- Quality control systems for glass products
- Sustainable packaging solutions for glass containers
- digital transformation expo
- Bangkok technology expo 2027
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