Who can visit Smart Retail Expo?

Smart Retail Expo is open to retail professionals, including marketing heads, e-commerce experts, logistics managers, and brand owners.

How do I register to visit?

You can register to visit Smart Retail Expo through the official website at smartretail-expo.com.

What are the event hours?

The event runs from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily on 04-05 March 2027.

Is there a fee to attend?

Registration is required to attend, and fees may apply depending on the visitor category.

What is the venue for the event?

Smart Retail Expo will take place at EH 100, BITEC in Bangkok, Thailand.

Smart Retail Expo 2027 | TradeShowIntel

Name: Smart Retail Expo 2027
Start: 2027-03-04
End: 2027-03-05
Location: EH 100, BITEC

Event overview

Overview

Smart Retail Expo is Asia’s premier retail exhibition in Bangkok, designed to showcase the complete retail value chain under one roof.

This leading retail expo in Thailand brings together global retailers, brands, manufacturers and solution providers to explore the future of commerce.

TL;DR

1Dates and Venue: Smart Retail Expo 2027 runs 04-05 March 2027 at EH 100, BITEC, Bangkok, Thailand.
2Scale and Focus: This leading retail expo will showcase the complete retail value chain, featuring over 100 exhibitors and 200+ brands.
3Organiser: The event is organized by Connect Exposition, with registration available on their official website.
4Buyer Authority: Attendees include retail marketing heads, e-commerce professionals, and logistics experts looking to innovate.
5Entry: Registration is required to attend, with options for trade visitors and VIP buyers.

Why visit

Visitors will gain insights into the latest retail technologies, network with industry leaders, and discover solutions that enhance operational efficiency and customer experience. Dates and Venue: Smart Retail Expo 2027 runs 04-05 March 2027 at EH 100, BITEC, Bangkok, Thailand. Buyer Authority: Attendees include retail marketing heads, e-commerce professionals, and logistics experts looking to innovate. Entry: Registration is required to attend, with options for trade.

Why exhibit

Exhibitors will showcase their products to a targeted audience of decision-makers, gain visibility in the retail sector, and connect with potential partners and customers. Scale and Focus: This leading retail expo will showcase the complete retail value chain, featuring over 100 exhibitors and 200+ brands. Buyer Authority: Attendees include retail marketing heads, e-commerce professionals, and logistics experts looking to innovate. Entry: Registration is required to attend,.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Retail marketing heads

E-commerce professionals

Logistics and supply chain managers

Retail designers and consultants

IT and tech professionals in retail

Brand owners and retailers

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Retail technology and POS software vendors

Retail automation, robotics and smart shelf suppliers

Shopfitting, store design and visual merchandising firms

E-commerce and omnichannel platform providers

Cold chain, warehousing and last-mile logistics companies

AI and retail analytics solution providers

Payment and digital commerce technology providers

Convenience store, supermarket and department store chains

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Retail automation and robotics - automated warehousing, smart shelves and connected in-store systems

POS systems and retail software - point-of-sale hardware, checkout and store management platforms

AI-powered retail solutions - analytics, personalisation and demand forecasting tools

Shopfitting and store design - fixtures, lighting and visual merchandising

E-commerce and omnichannel tools - online-to-offline integration and fulfilment technology

Digital payments - payment terminals, wallets and cross-border commerce solutions

Cold chain and refrigeration - cold storage infrastructure, refrigeration systems and insulation materials

Supply chain and last-mile logistics - warehousing, air cargo and delivery technology

Location & Facilities

Venue

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EH 100, BITEC

Bangkok, Thailand

Attend

Entry & tickets

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

4 March –10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

5 March –10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Who runs the show

Organisers

Connect Exposition

Call Website

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

Smart Retail Expo is Asia’s premier retail exhibition in Bangkok, designed to showcase the complete retail value chain under one roof. This leading retail expo in Thailand brings together global retailers, brands, manufacturers and solution providers to explore the future of commerce. Smart Retail Expo is crucial for industry professionals to connect, learn, and explore innovative solutions that drive retail transformation in a digital-first world. Smart Retail Expo 2027 takes place from.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

Visitors typically include Retail marketing heads, E-commerce professionals, Logistics and supply chain managers, Retail designers and consultants. Dates and Venue: Smart Retail Expo 2027 runs 04-05 March 2027 at EH 100, BITEC, Bangkok, Thailand. Scale and Focus: This leading retail expo will showcase the complete retail value chain, featuring over 100 exhibitors and 200+ brands. Organiser: The event is organized by Connect Exposition, with registration available on their official website.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Bangkok and the wider ASEAN retail market — Thailand is mainland Southeast Asia's second-largest retail economy, and Bangkok's Bang Na corridor is its principal exhibition and logistics hub. Thai supermarkets, convenience chains, department stores and e-commerce operators modernise store technology here while regional buyers from Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Cambodia source through the same halls.

Why it matters

Attending Smart Retail Expo 2027 on 2027-03-04 to 2027-03-05 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.

Omnichannel retail integration

Omnichannel retail connects physical stores and online channels into one seamless customer experience across every touchpoint.

Smart warehousing and robotics in ASEAN

Smart warehousing covers robotics, AI-driven warehouse management systems and automation that reduce reliance on manual labour.

Cold chain and food logistics

Cold chain logistics manages temperature-controlled storage and transport for food, pharma and perishable goods.

Retail energy efficiency and sustainability

Energy efficiency in retail covers lowering the power cost and carbon footprint of stores, refrigeration and logistics operations.

AI and data-driven retail

AI in retail applies analytics, forecasting and personalisation to store operations, pricing and customer engagement.

Air cargo and cross-border trade

Air cargo logistics covers the movement of goods by air, including cross-border trade and last-mile integration.

Retail technology and store-solutions circuit

Book flights and Bang Na hotel rooms 8–12 weeks before opening day; global peer shows cluster in January–April and October.

Retail technology buyers plan Smart Retail Expo 2027 alongside global and regional peer shows to compare hardware, software and service coverage across Asia, Europe and the Middle East in a single planning cycle.

Pre-show

Lock exhibitor meetings, demo slots and hotel rooms along the BTS Sukhumvit line before the March 2027 edition.

Show week

Hall walk-throughs in EH 100, live store-technology demos and supplier negotiations across POS, payments and analytics.

Peer events are established retail and retail-technology fairs; each runs on its own published annual cycle.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · THB

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

BKK

Suvarnabhumi International Airport

Primary long-haul gateway for the show and the closest airport to BITEC. Metered taxis and Grab pick up on the arrivals level; the Airport Rail Link runs to Phaya Thai for onward BTS connections to Bang Na.

about 15–20 km via the Bang Na–Bang Pakong Expressway and Motorway 7

to venue

20–35 min off-peak; 45–60 min in Bangkok rush hour

by car

DMK

Don Mueang International Airport

Base for AirAsia, Nok Air and Thai Lion Air regional services. The SRT Red Line and airport buses connect to central Bangkok, where you transfer to the BTS Sukhumvit line for Bang Na station.

about 40 km north of BITEC via the Si Rat Expressway and Bang Na–Bang Pakong Expressway

to venue

45–70 min off-peak; up to 90 min in peak traffic

by car

UTP

U-Tapao Rayong–Pattaya International Airport

Useful for delegates combining the show with the Eastern Economic Corridor and Pattaya hotel base; a handful of domestic and regional flights operate alongside charter services.

about 140–150 km southeast of BITEC

to venue

1 h 45 min–2 h 15 min

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

tier

BTS Sukhumvit line hotels 25–40 min from BITEC (Nana to On Nut)

Not yet confirmed

tier

Bang Na and On Nut — 10–20 min to EH 100, BITEC

Not yet confirmed

tier

Thonglor, Asok and Sukhumvit CBD — 25–35 min by BTS or taxi

Not yet confirmed

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

BTS Skytrain

Estimated costApproximately THB 15-45 per trip (labeled estimate)

Best forBTS Bangna Station to BITEC

BITEC is directly served by BTS Bangna Station and the network links to central Bangkok hotels, restaurants and shopping districts; the venue is about 20 minutes from the CBD.

Bus

Estimated costApproximately THB 10-25 per trip (labeled estimate)

Best forBus No. 102 and local Bang Na routes

Public bus No. 102 is one of the routes serving the BITEC area in Bang Na.

Taxi / ride-hail

Estimated costApproximately THB 150-300 per trip (labeled estimate)

Best forBangkok city centre to EH 100, BITEC

Taxis and ride-hail apps such as Grab are widely used; travel time varies with Bangkok traffic, so allow extra time during peak hours.

Car and on-site parking

Estimated costTHB 20 per hour after the free period

Best forBITEC car parks, three entrances from Bangna-Trad and Sukhumvit roads

BITEC has about 5,000 parking spaces; the indoor car park is free for the first 30 minutes and the outdoor car park for the first 3 hours, then THB 20 per hour.

taxi

Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forSuvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to EH 100, BITEC

Approximately 20-30 minutes by car; Direct expressway link to the Bang Na district; taxis, ride-hail and hotel shuttles connect to the venue.

taxi

Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forDon Mueang International Airport (DMK) to EH 100, BITEC

45–70 min off-peak; up to 90 min in peak traffic; Base for AirAsia, Nok Air and Thai Lion Air regional services. The SRT Red Line and airport buses connect to central Bangkok, where you transfer to the BTS Sukhumvit line for Bang Na station.

taxi

Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district

Best forU-Tapao Rayong–Pattaya International Airport (UTP) to EH 100, BITEC

1 h 45 min–2 h 15 min; Useful for delegates combining the show with the Eastern Economic Corridor and Pattaya hotel base; a handful of domestic and regional flights operate alongside charter services.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa not required

ATA Carnet: check with organiser

Visa exemption applies to many passport holders for short visits, for example US citizens entering with a tourist passport and onward ticket receive a 60-day entry stamp; business travellers should verify exemption limits and supporting documents on the official Thai e-Visa portal.

Official visa page

Weather

March in Bangkok is hot and humid: average highs around 34°C and lows near 25°C, with roughly 45-50 mm of rain spread across 5-8 rainy days as the city shifts toward its warmer season.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

Airport counters, local tourist SIMs, eSIM plans and pocket WiFi rentals are all widely available for business visitors to Bangkok; confirm roaming or a local data package before arrival so you can use maps and matchmaking tools on site.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Registration

Confirm registration and venue access with the organiser before travelling to Bangkok.

Arrival

Arrive early on the first show day for orientation and security screening.

Dress and climate

Bangkok is hot and humid in March, so light breathable business attire works best at the venue; choose modest clothing if you plan temple visits around the show.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: BKK

Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Bangkok; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

Visa

Many nationalities, including US passport holders, enter Thailand visa-exempt for short visits and receive an entry stamp of up to 60 days, while business travellers undertaking formal commercial activity may need a Thai Non-Immigrant B visa arranged through the official e-Visa system or a Royal Thai Embassy.

Estimated cost: Not yet confirmed

Processing: Varies by nationality and visa type; e-Visa applications should be lodged several weeks before departure, so apply well ahead of the March 2027 show dates.

Official guidance for business applicants lists a passport valid for at least six months plus supporting company and invitation documents; confirm current requirements, fees and document lists on the Thai e-Visa portal or your nearest Royal Thai Embassy before booking travel.

Official

Hotels

Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

Check-in (recommended)

2027-03-03

Check-out (recommended)

2027-03-06

Areas to stay

BTS Sukhumvit line hotels 25–40 min from BITEC (Nana to On Nut) · Bang Na and On Nut — 10–20 min to EH 100, BITEC · Thonglor, Asok and Sukhumvit CBD — 25–35 min by BTS or taxi

mid range

THB 1,100-2,000/night

mid range

THB 2,200-3,800/night

mid range

THB 4,500-9,000/night

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK): 20–35 min off-peak; 45–60 min in Bangkok rush hour; Don Mueang International Airport (DMK): 45–70 min off-peak; up to 90 min in peak traffic; U-Tapao Rayong–Pattaya International Airport (UTP): 1 h 45 min–2 h 15 min. Allow road or rail time to EH 100, BITEC; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near EH 100, BITEC: BTS Sukhumvit line hotels 25–40 min from BITEC (Nana to On Nut): ibis Styles Bangkok Sukhumvit 4, ibis Bangkok Sukhumvit 24; Bang Na and On Nut — 10–20 min to EH 100, BITEC: Novotel Bangkok Bangna, Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok; Thonglor, Asok and Sukhumvit CBD — 25–35 min by BTS or taxi: Hotel Nikko Bangkok, Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen's Park.

Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Bangkok; confirm local availability before travel.

Public transit: BITEC is served by BTS Skytrain at Bangna Station and by bus No. 102; the venue sits about 20 minutes from Bangkok's central business district by expressway and around 20-30 minutes from Suvarnabhumi International Airport by car.

Parking: On-site parking is available at EH 100, 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: Average 25°C to 34°C (77-93°F) in March, with daily highs near 34°C and lows around 25°C.

Seasonality: March is hot, humid and mostly sunny, transitioning toward Bangkok's warmer season, with about 45-50 mm of rain across roughly 5-8 rainy days.

Packing: Pack light, breathable clothing for tropical heat and humidity, add rain protection for short showers, and bring modest attire plus comfortable shoes for long days on the EH 100 show floor.

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: Day 1 — Thursday 4 March 2027

Opening day carries the fullest exhibitor presence across EH 100 and concentrates product launches, demos and senior buying teams, so a full Day 1 gives the widest vendor coverage; Day 2 morning works best for return visits, deeper technical discussions and quote negotiation once initial stand meetings are done.

Check passport validity and Thai entry requirements — Confirm your nationality's visa exemption or visa need on the official Thai e-Visa portal at thaievisa.go.th; passports should be valid at least six months.

Register online for Smart Retail Expo 2027 — Use the official smartretail-expo.com visitor registration to secure your badge before the 4-5 March 2027 show dates at EH 100, BITEC.

Book flights to Bangkok — Target Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), roughly 20-30 minutes from BITEC, and arrive by 3 March 2027 to allow buffer time.

Reserve a hotel — Choose a Bang Na property such as Cubic Bang Na Hotel or The Publyc Hotel, or a city-centre hotel on the BTS line; check in 3 March and check out 6 March 2027.

Review the conference agenda and speakers — Shortlist sessions on retail automation, AI retail solutions, omnichannel strategy and cold chain logistics from the organiser agenda and speaker pages.

Request B2B meetings with target exhibitors — Reach out to solution providers in POS, shopfitting, payments and warehousing before the show so on-stand meetings are pre-scheduled.

Download the hall plan and show brochure — Use the Smart Retail Expo show brochure and EH 100 floor plan to map a stand-by-stand route across the retail value chain.

Arrange local transport — Plan BTS Skytrain to Bangna Station, bus No. 102 or a Grab ride, and confirm your airport-to-hotel transfer for arrival day.

Organise documents and business cards — Prepare business cards, company profile and any visa support or invitation letters needed for entry and on-site networking.

Pack for Bangkok's March climate — Bring light breathable business attire, rain protection for short showers and comfortable shoes for long days on the exhibition floor.

Prepare your sourcing brief and budget — Draft target product categories, evaluation criteria and a rough budget for technology or store design investments to discuss with vendors.

Confirm badge collection and Day-1 arrival — Check organiser instructions for badge pick-up at EH 100, BITEC and plan to arrive early on 4 March 2027 for registration and orientation.

Sample visitor itinerary

Route-optimised day

09:00–10:00

Badge collection, floor-plan orientation and expo directory pick-up at the EH 100 registration concourse

EH 100, BITEC, Bang Na

10:00–13:00

Hall walk across POS hardware, self-checkout, electronic shelf labels, in-store analytics and store-automation stands

EH 100 exhibition halls, BITEC

14:00–17:30

Pre-booked exhibitor meetings and live demos on payment terminals, RFID and loss prevention, and omnichannel software

Exhibitor stands, EH 100, BITEC

09:30–12:30

Conference stage sessions on retail automation, data and ASEAN market entry, followed by follow-up meetings and quote collection before departure

Conference area and EH 100 halls, BITEC

Side trips

Ayutthaya Historical Park

Pattaya and Jomtien Beach

Networking spots

EH 100 concourse and B2B meeting corners

Mega Bangna and Central Bangna

Sukhumvit dining strip at On Nut and Thonglor

Budget

Costs & budget

Build your working budget

Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.

Number of nights

Estimated budget

Live estimate

Per diem × 2THB 150.00

Estimated totalTHB 150.00

This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.

Cost reference

Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

hotel

visitor · budget

THB 1100–2000 / per night

estimate

hotel

visitor · mid_range

THB 2200–3800 / per night

estimate

hotel

visitor · premium

THB 4500–9000 / per night

estimate

ground_transport

visitor · airport_taxi

THB 300–500 / per trip

estimate

public_transit

visitor · bts_skytrain

THB 17–62 / per journey

estimate

per_diem

visitor · meals

THB 800–1500 / per day

estimate

visa_fee

exhibitor · non_immigrant_b_single_entry

THB 1000–2000 / per application

estimate

Item	For	Tier	Estimated range	Status
hotel	visitor	budget	THB 1100–2000 / per night	estimate
hotel	visitor	mid_range	THB 2200–3800 / per night	estimate
hotel	visitor	premium	THB 4500–9000 / per night	estimate
ground_transport	visitor	airport_taxi	THB 300–500 / per trip	estimate
public_transit	visitor	bts_skytrain	THB 17–62 / per journey	estimate
per_diem	visitor	meals	THB 800–1500 / per day	estimate
visa_fee	exhibitor	non_immigrant_b_single_entry	THB 1000–2000 / per application	estimate

Decision

Visit, exhibit, or skip?

Should you go?

Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

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

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Independent retailers, brand owners and technology evaluators from Thailand and ASEAN who want to benchmark POS, shopfitting, payments and omnichannel solutions in one trip.

Min. budget

$350.00

Timeline

4-6 weeks to book flights and Bang Na hotel rooms ahead of the 4-5 March 2027 show.

Risks

Peak hotel pricing near BITEC during show week

Visa or entry document lead time for nationalities without exemption

Popular conference sessions fill quickly

exhibit

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Retail technology vendors, shopfitting contractors, payment providers and logistics firms targeting Thai and ASEAN supermarket, convenience and department store chains.

Min. budget

$2,200.00

Timeline

3-6 months to secure stand space, build the booth and ship demo equipment into Thailand.

Risks

Stand space allocation at EH 100, BITEC

Freight and customs clearance timelines for demo hardware

Competition for buyer attention across the retail value chain halls

skip

Assess how this option fits your objectives.

Best for

Buyers and suppliers with no retail technology, store design, payments or supply chain remit for Thailand and the wider ASEAN market.

Min. budget

Not yet confirmed

Timeline

Not applicable.

Risks

No direct sourcing, partnership or market-entry need for ASEAN retail

Gallery

Photos

Official imagery from Smart Retail Expo 2027

FAQs & glossary

Answers

Frequently asked

Glossary

Retail Technology: Technologies that enhance the retail experience, including POS systems, inventory management, and e-commerce solutions.
Omnichannel: A retail strategy that integrates multiple shopping channels, including online and offline, for a seamless customer experience.
Supply Chain: The entire system of production, processing, and distribution of goods from suppliers to consumers.
Logistics: The detailed coordination of complex operations involving people, facilities, and supplies.
E-commerce: Buying and selling of goods or services using the internet.
Retail Marketing: Strategies and tactics used to promote products and services to consumers in a retail environment.
Customer Experience: The overall perception and interaction a customer has with a brand or business.
Visual Merchandising: The practice of developing floor plans and three-dimensional displays to maximize sales.

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Publishers

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