BANGKOK, Oct. 15, 2026 — DronTech Asia 2026 will showcase the rapidly evolving drone industry at the IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Center in Bangkok from November 11 to 13. Over 150 brands will exhibit, with a range of live demonstrations and international conference sessions aimed at connecting global technology providers with commercial and defense opportunities across Southeast Asia.
The drone market in the Asia-Pacific region is poised for significant growth, projected to reach approximately $30.2 billion by 2026 and $62.4 billion by 2033. This growth translates to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.9% during that period. Specifically, Thailand’s drone market was estimated at around $262 million in 2025, reflecting emerging opportunities driven by technological advancements.
“Drone adoption is advancing more rapidly than many people realize, transforming industries ranging from defense and security to agriculture, logistics, infrastructure and disaster response,” said Mr. Manu Leopairote, Chairman of GML Exhibition (Thailand) Co., Ltd. He emphasized the importance of understanding the current capabilities of drones and their future potentials, stating, “DronTech Asia 2026 brings together leading technology providers, industry experts, and stakeholders to explore these developments and innovations.”
The event is recognized as Asia’s fastest-growing exhibition focused on commercial and defense drone technologies. It expects to welcome more than 5,000 international visitors and conduct over 15 international conference sessions alongside five indoor and outdoor live demonstrations.
Drones are increasingly being utilized for precision agriculture, surveying, infrastructure inspections, disaster response, logistics, and security throughout Southeast Asia. DronTech Asia aims to connect regional buyers and end-users with new technologies, providing a platform for solutions comparison and potential partnerships.
Featured exhibitors include STM, showcasing its TOGAN reconnaissance UAV and KARGU attack drone; DJI Enterprise by SIS, with its Matrice 4E drone for surveying; and Amazon Web Services, demonstrating cloud platforms that support drone operations. Other participating companies include SYSTRONICS CO., LTD. and AUTEL ROBOTICS CO., LTD.
The international conference component will delve into the future of unmanned systems, including sessions on military unmanned systems and the convergence of ASEAN and international drone ecosystems. Attendees can also participate in technical presentations on cloud-powered operations and anti-jamming technologies.
Live demonstrations will allow attendees to see drone technology in action, with indoor sessions featuring disaster response scenarios and outdoor demonstrations showcasing applications in smart transportation and logistics.
Professionals looking to explore the evolving drone landscape can register for DronTech Asia 2026 and engage with the global drone ecosystem over three days at this pivotal event in Bangkok.
