If you are preparing to exhibit at ADEX Singapore 2026, you are about to participate in one of the most prestigious ocean and dive expos in the entire Asia-Pacific region. First held in the 1990s, the Asia Dive Expo (ADEX) has grown into Asia's largest and longest-running dive exhibition — and its 32nd edition promises to be the most impactful yet. Whether you are a dive equipment brand, a travel operator, a marine conservation organisation, or an underwater photography retailer, your booth display at ADEX is your single greatest opportunity to convert thousands of engaged, passionate visitors into loyal customers and long-term partners.
This guide covers everything you need to know: the event facts, who attends, how the venue works, what display rules apply, how to plan your booth layout, and — critically — how to choose the right pull up banner or pop up display to maximise your impact on the show floor.
What Is ADEX Singapore 2026?
ADEX — the Asia Dive Expo — is Asia's oldest and largest dedicated diving and ocean lifestyle exhibition. It is hosted annually during Singapore Ocean Week, a broader government-backed initiative that brings together ocean-related industries, marine science, conservation organisations, and recreational dive communities under one roof.
The 32nd edition of ADEX, themed "Big Blue Legacy", runs from 10 to 12 April 2026 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Halls 401–406. The theme is driven by a dual mission: raising awareness for the protection of the Humphead Wrasse — a critically endangered reef fish — and promoting the Blue Revolution, a framework for sustainability in ocean and diving practices centred on the principles of Reduce, Innovate, and Reuse.
ADEX 2026 will also feature TEK Asia by OZTek & ADEX, a dedicated technical diving segment running alongside the main expo in Halls 403–406, bringing together the global technical and rebreather diving community for workshops, demos, and industry discussions. The event also includes the ADEX Ocean Tribes Festival on the evening of 11 April — an after-dark ocean experience blending the dive world with music, fashion, art, and advocacy. For exhibitors, this means ADEX attracts two distinct but complementary audiences: the recreational diver and the serious technical diver — both high-value consumer segments with strong purchasing intent.
The official event website is www.adex.asia, where exhibitor registration, floor maps, and visitor registration are published.
ADEX 2026 Quick Facts
Who Attends ADEX Singapore — and Why It Matters for Exhibitors
Understanding your audience is the foundation of every successful exhibition strategy. ADEX draws a remarkably focused demographic — which is both its strength and its advantage for exhibitors.
Consumer visitors to ADEX are predominantly active recreational scuba divers based in Singapore and across the region — Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines. According to data from the 2024 edition, approximately 60% of visitors were Singapore locals and 40% came from overseas, creating an ideal mix of regional buyers and global decision-makers. They are typically in the 25–50 age group, university-educated, with above-average household incomes. According to trade research from HelloDive, ADEX Singapore's audience is characterised by "high spending power, solid trip-planning habits, and strong interest in premium destinations and liveaboards" — making them ideal buyers for both equipment and dive travel packages.
Trade visitors include dive shop owners, resort operators, liveaboard companies, dive instructors, underwater photographers, and marine conservation programme managers from across Asia-Pacific. These visitors come with buying budgets and procurement mandates, making ADEX one of the most commercially productive trade shows for B2B deal-making in the regional dive industry. With an Industry Connections score of 5/5 from dive industry analysts, ADEX Singapore is rated the top networking event in the Asia-Pacific dive calendar.
Media and conservation organisations attending include documentary filmmakers, underwater photography competitors — ADEX runs its own international underwater photo competition with a submission period of December 2025 to March 2026 — and NGOs working in marine conservation. For brands positioning themselves in the sustainability space, visibility at ADEX carries significant credibility and PR value, particularly given the 2026 theme's focus on the Blue Revolution.
For you as an exhibitor, this means your booth display needs to simultaneously communicate to two modes of visitor: the emotional, experience-seeking recreational diver who responds to aspirational visuals, and the analytical, ROI-focused trade buyer who is looking for product specs, pricing, and professional credibility. Your display materials must carry both messages.
The Venue: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre
ADEX 2026 occupies Halls 401–406 at Suntec Singapore — one of Asia's most iconic and largest convention and exhibition facilities. Knowing the venue in detail helps you plan your display logistics intelligently.
Hall Configuration: Halls 401–406 are connected, column-free spaces in Suntec's Level 4 Exhibition Wing. The venue sits at 1 Raffles Boulevard, Suntec City, Singapore 039593 — at the heart of Singapore's Central Business District with direct connections to three MRT lines. The total exhibition footprint across Halls 401–406 covers TEK Asia (Halls 403–406) and the main expo floor and awards area (Halls 401–402), configured with standard shell scheme and raw space booths arranged in grid layout with wide central aisles.
Getting There: Suntec Singapore is accessible via City Hall MRT (EW/NS line, 5-minute walk via underground pedestrian link) or Esplanade MRT (Circle Line, 3-minute walk). Vehicular access for exhibitor build-up and teardown is via the Level 1 loading bays on Temasek Boulevard. Advance booking of loading bay slots is strongly recommended — contact Suntec operations at least 2 weeks before build-up day. The venue also integrates with 5,200 hotel rooms within walking distance and 300 restaurants, making it convenient for your team across all three show days.
Build-Up and Teardown Schedule: For ADEX 2026, exhibitor build-up is expected on 8–9 April, with teardown on the evening of 12 April after close of show. Always confirm your specific timings with the ADEX organiser at www.adex.asia, as shell scheme booths have different schedules from raw-space contractors.
Electricity and WiFi: All shell scheme booths include a standard electrical supply (typically 1× 13amp socket). Additional power, upgraded internet, and AV equipment must be requested and paid for in advance through the Suntec Singapore exhibitor portal. Do not bring your own electrical extension setups without pre-approval — this is a strict Suntec venue rule.
Flooring: Halls 401–406 have a flat, carpeted exhibition surface. Banner stands with weighted bases will sit stably on carpet without additional anchoring. Pop up display frames with scissor-base feet work equally well on carpeted floors, requiring no additional fixings.
Typical Booth Types at ADEX and What Display Rules Apply
ADEX, like most Suntec-hosted exhibitions, operates with two primary booth formats. Understanding which type you have determines what display solutions are permitted and how you set them up.
Shell Scheme Booths (Standard Package)
Shell scheme booths are the most common format for smaller exhibitors at ADEX. They come pre-built by the show contractor with white or grey fabric walls (typically 2.5m high), a fascia board with your company name, a basic table, two chairs, and a carpet floor. The wall panels are made from Octanorm aluminium system boards, which can accept lightweight hanging materials such as hook-and-loop velcro or clip-on graphics panels.
Display rules in a shell scheme: You may not drill, nail, or permanently affix anything to the shell scheme walls. However, you are free to place free-standing display stands — including pull up banner stands, pop up displays, and A-frame stands — inside or in front of your booth, provided they do not encroach into the neighbouring booth or the main aisle. The standard shell scheme is typically 3m × 3m (9 sqm) — a space that fits 2–3 pull up banners comfortably or one full pop up display backdrop at the rear.
Raw Space / Island Booths
Raw space or island booths are blank floor areas — no walls, no furniture, no services. These are taken by larger brands that want complete creative control over their booth design. Raw space allows full custom booth construction, including built structures, hanging signage from the hall ceiling (if approved by Suntec), and freestanding display systems of any configuration. If you have a raw space booth, a curved or straight pop up display system can serve as your primary branded wall, significantly reducing your custom build costs while delivering a high-impact branded backdrop.
Display Height Restrictions
Suntec Singapore enforces height restrictions for freestanding displays to protect sightlines for adjacent exhibitors. In most standard exhibition configurations, the maximum height for freestanding displays within a shell scheme is 2.5m (matching the shell scheme wall height). In raw space, higher structures are permitted subject to engineering sign-off from the show organiser. Standard pull up banners from Pullupstand.com are 200cm to 220cm tall — fully within the Suntec shell scheme limit.
Planning Your ADEX 2026 Booth Display: A Strategic Framework
The quality of your exhibition display directly determines your ability to stop visitors in a crowd of hundreds of booths. At ADEX, where the show floor is visually intense — with underwater photographs, reef imagery, and dive equipment all competing for attention — generic display materials will be invisible. This section gives you a strategic framework for planning your display before you order a single print.
Step 1: Define Your Single Biggest Message
Before deciding on layout or materials, answer this question: What is the one thing you want every visitor to know within 3 seconds of looking at your booth? It might be a flagship product launch, a destination liveaboard offer, a certification programme, or a conservation pledge. Your primary pull up banner or pop up display backdrop should communicate this one message in your headline zone — the top 60cm of your display. Everything else is secondary.
Step 2: Know Your Floor Area and Traffic Flow
Download the ADEX hall floor plan from www.adex.asia when it becomes available. Identify which side of your booth faces the main aisle — this is your "hot zone" where 70–80% of passing traffic will see you first. All primary display materials (your largest and most attention-grabbing banner or display system) should face this direction. For corner booths with two open sides, place your key message on the more heavily trafficked aisle.
Step 3: Design for the Dive Audience
ADEX visitors are visually sophisticated. They spend considerable time underwater, in a world of extraordinary colour, light, and motion. Generic stock-photo banners will not impress this audience. Your display materials should feature high-resolution underwater photography, vibrant colour, and imagery that speaks to the emotional core of the dive experience — freedom, discovery, conservation, adventure. For the B2B segment, supplement this with professional product imagery, certification logos, pricing callouts, and QR codes linking to your ordering portal.
Step 4: Plan Your Display in Three Layers
A well-planned ADEX booth uses three visual layers that work together at different distances:
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Background layer (10m+ away): A pop up display or large fabric backdrop creates your branded wall, visible from across the hall. This is your brand identity piece.
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Mid-ground layer (2–4m away): Pull up banner stands at the front corners of your booth, angled toward the aisle, carry your key product or offer messages. Visitors read these as they approach.
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Foreground layer (1m away): Tabletop displays, brochure holders, acrylic sign stands, and A-frame stands on your table carry pricing, QR codes, and take-away materials that visitors interact with when they stop.
This three-layer approach ensures you capture visitors at every distance — from the hall overview to the close-up conversation.
Step 5: Design for Reuse Across the Asia Dive Expo Calendar
ADEX is not the only dive expo in Asia. The 2026 Asia Dive Expo Calendar includes ADEX Jakarta (23–26 April 2026), ADEX Beijing (17–19 July 2026), and multiple regional events throughout the year. If your brand exhibits at multiple expos, design your display materials for portability and reusability — pull up banners that pack into compact carry bags, pop up display systems with interchangeable graphic panels, and stands that can be updated with new graphics between events. This approach dramatically reduces your per-event display cost across a full exhibition season.
Common Display Mistakes Exhibitors Make at ADEX (And How to Avoid Them)
After 32 editions of ADEX and decades of exhibitor feedback, certain display mistakes repeat themselves predictably. Avoid these pitfalls before you order your materials.
Mistake 1: Ordering too close to the event. Display printing, production, and quality checking takes time. Most professional display suppliers in Singapore require 5–7 working days for standard pull up banner production. If you factor in artwork revision rounds, this means placing your order no later than 31 March 2026 for ADEX on 10 April. Leaving it to the last week risks poor quality, rushed production, or no delivery at all.
Mistake 2: Low-resolution artwork. Large-format display printing requires a minimum of 100 DPI at actual print size (or 300 DPI at 33% scale). Supplying a JPEG screenshotted from a website or a Canva export at 72 DPI will produce a visibly blurry, pixelated banner that undermines your brand credibility at a premium event like ADEX. Always supply print-ready PDF or AI/EPS files with embedded fonts and CMYK colour mode.
Mistake 3: Too much text, too small. A pull up banner is not a brochure. Visitors walking past your booth have approximately 2–3 seconds to absorb your display. Text smaller than 28pt will not be legible from a standard aisle distance of 2–3 metres. Use your banner for big headlines and bold imagery — put the detailed information in your brochures.
Mistake 4: No clear call to action (CTA). Every display element in your booth should tell visitors what to do next. "Scan QR to book a dive trip", "Visit us at Booth 4B12", "Pick up our price list here" — a clear CTA transforms a passive display into an active lead generation tool. Place your CTA in the lower third of every pull up banner and at the centre-bottom of your pop up display backdrop.
Mistake 5: Inconsistent branding across display materials. If your pull up banner uses a different colour palette from your pop up display, which uses different fonts from your brochures, the cumulative effect is a booth that looks assembled rather than designed. Every display element should share the same brand colours, typography, logo treatment, and visual language. Brief your display supplier with a brand style guide before production begins. For more on this, read our complete exhibition design guide for Singapore exhibitors.
Logistics Checklist for ADEX 2026 Exhibitors
4–6 Weeks Before (Now):
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Confirm your booth size and number with ADEX at www.adex.asia
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Download the Suntec Singapore Exhibitor Handbook for Hall 401–406 rules
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Finalise your booth design concept and display material requirements
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Place orders for all display materials (allow 5–7 working days production + 1–2 days buffer)
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Arrange any electrical, internet, or furniture add-ons via the Suntec exhibitor portal
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Book your loading bay slot for build-up day (8–9 April)
2 Weeks Before:
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Confirm delivery address for display materials (deliver to your warehouse first, not direct to Suntec)
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Prepare artwork final files (PDF, 100 DPI minimum, CMYK colour, embedded fonts)
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Print brochures, flyers, business cards — allow 3–5 working days
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Prepare lead capture system (app, QR form, or paper sign-up sheet)
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Arrange transport for display materials to Suntec on build-up day
Build-Up Day (8–9 April):
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Arrive at Suntec loading bay during your allocated time slot
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Assemble pop up display backdrop first (structural background piece)
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Position pull up banner stands at booth front corners
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Set up table display: brochure holders, acrylic holders, product samples
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Test all electrical equipment and screens
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Final walk-through from the aisle — check visibility and readability at 3m and 10m
During the Show (10–12 April):
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Keep all display elements clean and upright throughout each show day
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Replenish brochures and flyers daily (bring 50% extra stock)
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Collect business cards or scan visitor badges systematically
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Post booth photos and tag @asiadiveexpo on Instagram for social amplification
Teardown (12 April, after close):
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Carefully retract all pull up banners into their carry bags
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Disassemble pop up display frame and pack graphic panels flat
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Label all display materials clearly for storage and reuse at next event
ADEX Singapore vs. Other Asian Dive Expos: Where Does It Rank?
For brands planning a regional exhibition strategy, it is important to understand ADEX Singapore's position within the broader Asian dive expo calendar.
ADEX Singapore's competitive advantage for exhibitors is its quality over quantity positioning. While Jakarta may offer higher foot count, Singapore consistently scores the highest on purchasing power, international connectivity, and B2B deal volume — earning a perfect 5/5 for industry connections in independent analysis. If you can only attend one dive expo in 2026, ADEX Singapore delivers the strongest ROI for premium brands and international operators.
For a complete overview of all major exhibitions happening in Singapore in 2026 across all industries, see our Singapore Exhibition Calendar 2026: Complete Guide for Exhibitors.
Lead Generation at ADEX 2026: Turning Display Impressions into Sales
An exhibition display that attracts attention is only half the battle. Converting that attention into qualified leads and eventual sales requires a deliberate lead generation strategy built into your booth design from day one.
QR Codes on Every Display Element. In 2026, QR code scanning is a natural behaviour for exhibition visitors. Place a large, scannable QR code in the lower third of every pull up banner and at eye level on your pop up display backdrop. Link it to a dedicated ADEX landing page — not your homepage — with a specific offer relevant to ADEX visitors (e.g., "Scan for ADEX Exclusive 15% Off" or "Register for Our Free Liveaboard Draw"). Track unique scans to measure which display positions generate the most engagement.
The Brochure Holder as a 24-Hour Sales Tool. Not every visitor will stop and talk to your team. A well-stocked DL brochure holder placed at the front of your booth continues working even when your staff are occupied. Your brochure is a physical take-away that visitors carry home — and it carries your URL, WhatsApp number, and offer long after the show closes.
Business Card Collection and Follow-Up. Brief your booth team to collect a business card from every conversation and log the follow-up action immediately — "call Tuesday", "send product spec", "arrange demo". Studies from trade show industry research consistently show that 80% of trade show leads are never followed up after the event. The brands that follow up within 48–72 hours of close have a dramatic competitive advantage.
Instagram and LinkedIn at the Booth. ADEX's community — divers, marine photographers, conservation professionals — is highly active on social media, particularly Instagram. Place your Instagram and LinkedIn handles prominently on your booth display and actively post content during the show. Tag @asiadiveexpo in your posts to reach ADEX's own social audience. Short video content (setup timelapses, product demos, visitor reactions) consistently outperforms static photos on Instagram Reels in the dive community.
How to Order Your ADEX Display Materials in Singapore: Key Deadlines
For Singapore-based exhibitors, the practical question is: where do I order quality pull up banners and pop up displays in time for ADEX on 10 April?
Work backwards from the key dates:
If you have not yet placed your display order, today is the last realistic safe day to do so for standard pull up banner production. For pop up display systems, which require additional frame and graphic panel production, contact Pullupstand.com immediately via WhatsApp to check express availability.
PullUpStand.com Display Solutions for ADEX 2026 Exhibitors
The following section covers practical product recommendations from Pullupstand.com — Singapore's pull up banner and pop up display specialist — mapped specifically to ADEX 2026 booth requirements. All products are in stock and available for immediate order.
1. Pull Up Stand Budget Series — Best for: Solo or Small Shell Scheme Booths (From SGD $95)
The Pull Up Stand Budget Series is the ideal starting point for ADEX exhibitors with a 3×3m shell scheme who need one or two branded banners placed at the aisle-facing corners of their booth. At from SGD $95, this is the most cost-effective way to establish a branded presence at ADEX without compromising on professional finish.
This stand assembles in under 2 minutes with no tools, making build-up day stress-free. The retractable mechanism allows the graphic to be replaced at any time — so when you exhibit at ADEX Jakarta in April or ADEX Beijing in July, you simply reprint a new graphic and reuse the same hardware. Over a full year of regional dive expos, the cost-per-event drops dramatically with every reuse.
Best placement at ADEX: Position one at each front corner of your shell scheme, angled 15° inward facing oncoming aisle traffic from both directions. This "V-formation" increases your banner's visible surface area to visitors approaching from either side.
Design tip for the ADEX audience: Use full-bleed underwater photography as your banner background. Avoid white or light backgrounds — they disappear against bright shell scheme walls. Bold imagery + one headline + one CTA is all you need. For more detailed guidance, read our full guide: How to Design a Pull Up Banner That Gets Noticed (2026).
2. Deluxe Pull-Up Banner Stand Series — Best for: Premium Brand Presence (From SGD $180)
The Deluxe Pull-Up Banner Stand Series offers an upgraded aluminium mechanism, wider graphic width options (up to 120cm), and a more premium visual footprint than the Budget Series. For ADEX exhibitors representing luxury liveaboard operators, international dive destinations, or premium equipment brands, the Deluxe Series communicates a quality signal before visitors have read a single word of your text.
Wide-format banners (100–120cm width) are noticeably more impactful than standard 85cm banners in a high-density exhibition hall like ADEX. The additional width translates into greater visual real estate and improved readability from aisle distance. For the ADEX audience — visually discerning divers and design-conscious travel buyers — this extra presence matters.
Best used as: One centrepiece statement banner at the dominant front-corner of your booth, or as the full back-wall display in a 3×3m shell scheme if no pop up display is being used.
3. Basic Pop-Up Display Bundle — Best for: Larger Booths and Maximum Brand Impact (From SGD $2,000)
For ADEX exhibitors with a 3×6m, 6×6m, or raw space allocation, the Basic Pop-Up Display Bundle delivers the most powerful branded backdrop available. The scissor-frame pop up display system creates an instant 3-metre or 4-metre wide branded wall that transforms any booth into a professional, immersive brand environment.
Pop up displays are the benchmark for brand credibility at professional trade shows like ADEX. When visitors see a curved fabric backdrop wall with full-bleed branded graphics, they perceive the exhibitor as an established, investment-worthy brand. For dive resorts, liveaboard companies, dive training agencies, and equipment manufacturers competing at the highest level of the ADEX show floor, a pop up display is the cost of looking professional.
The Basic Pop-Up Display Bundle includes the aluminium scissor-frame, printed fabric graphic panels, carry case, and LED spotlights to illuminate the display. Assembly takes approximately 15–20 minutes and requires no tools. The graphic panels are interchangeable — reuse the frame structure at future dive expos with updated seasonal graphics, protecting your investment across multiple events.
For a detailed comparison of pop up displays versus pull up banners and which is right for your specific booth configuration, read: Pop Up Stand vs Pull Up Banner Singapore — Which is Better?
4. DL Brochure Holder — Best for: Lead Support and Take-Away Materials (From SGD $5)
No ADEX booth is complete without a DL Brochure Holder stocked with your company's printed collateral. As covered in the lead generation section above, brochures are your physical take-away — they continue selling for you long after visitors have left your booth. Pair the brochure holder with matching DL brochures printed by Pullupstand.com. For ADEX, print a minimum of 300–500 DL brochures for a 3-day show — always bring more than you expect to need.
5. A5 Clear Acrylic Display Holder — Best for: QR Codes, Pricing Cards, Offers (From SGD $8)
The A5 Clear Acrylic Display Holder is a small but highly effective table display tool. Use it to hold printed QR code cards linking to your ADEX landing page, pricing sheets, event-specific offers ("ADEX Show Special: 10% off all dive bookings made this weekend"), or business card fans. At SGD $8–$15, this is the lowest-cost way to add a professional finish to your exhibition table. It is reusable, unbreakable, and packs flat in your transport bag.
ADEX Display Package Recommendations by Budget
To get a customised quote for your ADEX 2026 booth display — including artwork consultation and express availability check — visit www.pullupstand.com or contact us via WhatsApp today.
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Frequently Asked Questions: ADEX Singapore 2026
Q: When and where is ADEX Singapore 2026?
ADEX Singapore 2026 runs from 10 to 12 April 2026 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Halls 401–406. The event is part of Singapore Ocean Week 2026.
Q: How do I register as an exhibitor at ADEX 2026?
Exhibitor registration and enquiries are handled by the ADEX team at www.adex.asia. Complete the exhibitor enquiry form on their website and their team will provide booth options, pricing, and the full exhibitor manual.
Q: What is the maximum display height in a Suntec shell scheme booth?
The standard maximum height for freestanding displays within a Suntec shell scheme is 2.5 metres. Standard pull up banners from Pullupstand.com (200–220cm) are fully compliant.
Q: How many pull up banners do I need for a 3×3m ADEX booth?
We recommend 2 pull up banners — one at each front corner of the booth, angled toward the aisle. For full back-wall coverage without a pop up display, 3 standard 85cm-wide banners side by side will cover 255cm of a 300cm back wall.
Q: Can I reuse my ADEX banners at the next dive expo?
Yes — pull up stand hardware is fully reusable. When you exhibit at ADEX Jakarta (23–26 April) or ADEX Beijing (17–19 July), simply order a replacement graphic cassette from Pullupstand.com and insert it into your existing stand mechanism. See: Can I Reuse an Existing Pull Up Banner Stand?
Q: What is the deadline to order display materials for ADEX 2026?
To receive your display materials before exhibitor build-up (8–9 April), place your order no later than 31 March 2026. For express production after this date, contact Pullupstand.com via WhatsApp immediately to check availability.
Q: What file format should I supply for banner printing?
Supply print-ready PDF, AI, or EPS files with embedded fonts, CMYK colour, and minimum 100 DPI at actual print size. Full specifications are in our guide: How to Design a Pull Up Banner That Gets Noticed.
Ready to order your ADEX 2026 booth display? Visit Pullupstand.com or WhatsApp us today. With over 10,000 brands served across all Singapore exhibitions, we know what it takes to make your booth stand out — at ADEX and every event that follows.
