AIPH-approved HortEx 2026 strengthens international collaboration and trade across Asia’s horticultural sector. Taking place from 20–22 May 2026 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), Thailand, the exhibition will be co-located with AGRITECHNICA ASIA, bringing together international and regional industry stakeholders.
A strategic platform for regional growth
With more than 14,000 square metres of exhibition space and an expected 12,000–15,000 professional visitors, HortEx will bring together growers, suppliers, and sector stakeholders from across Asia and beyond. The exhibition offers a strong combination of business opportunities, technical knowledge, and significant links to the horticulture and floriculture sectors.
Organised by Nova Exhibitions, DLG Markets Asia Pacific, and VEAS, HortEx has rapidly developed into an important meeting point for the regional industry. Its continued alignment with AIPH ensures that the exhibition meets international standards for quality, relevance, and industry value.
Market insight: Thailand’s growing role in global horticulture
AIPH’s Thailand Country Profile presents the strength and growth potential of the country’s ornamental horticulture sector, supported by skilled growers, strong infrastructure, and expanding domestic and export demand .
Thailand’s strategic location within ASEAN, combined with its access to key international markets, positions it as an important gateway for horticultural trade. The sector continues to show resilience along with development, with increasing opportunities for cooperation, innovation, and international exchange.
AIPH approval as a mark of quality and alignment
As an AIPH-approved International Horticultural Trade Exhibition, HortEx 2026 forms part of a global programme of events that uphold international standards and promote the value of plants through professional exchange and collaboration. AIPH approval reflects not only the quality of the exhibition but also its alignment with the Association’s mission to connect, support, and advance the global horticultural industry.
AIPH Senior International Relations Manager, Treve Evans, commented:
“This region holds significant potential for horticultural growth, and events like HortEx are essential for fostering innovation, partnerships, and international trade in sustainable horticulture. We are pleased to support the organisers in their goal to advance professional horticulture and floriculture in Asia.”
Kuno Jacobs, Managing Director of Nova Exhibitions, added:
“The continued collaboration with AIPH is an important endorsement of the HortEx vision. AIPH approval is not only a mark of quality, but also a shared belief in the role HortEx plays in connecting global expertise with regional needs.”
Strengthening international collaboration
Beyond the exhibition floor, HortEx 2026 will deliver a comprehensive technical programme addressing key industry topics, including sustainable cultivation, smart farming, and emerging market dynamics.
By strengthening cooperation with AIPH, HortEx continues to contribute to the development of an increasingly connected and resilient horticultural sector in Asia, supporting international trade, encouraging innovation, and creating opportunities for growers and businesses across the value chain.
Explore the market opportunity
AIPH’s full Thailand Country Profile provides detailed insight into production, trade flows, and emerging opportunities across the ornamental sector.
Download the report: www.aiph.org/giic/industry-reports/
For more information about HortEx 2026, including participation and visitor registration, visit:
www.hortex-exhibitions.com
