APM 2026 Exhibitor Booth Checklist | Display Singapore

Now in its 19th edition, Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) 2026 takes place at Marina Bay Sands, March 25–27, 2026 — organised by RX (Reed Exhibitions) in partnership with the Singapore Maritime Foundation. It is Asia's premier maritime trade show and the second most influential maritime exhibition globally after SMM Hamburg.

The 2024 edition drew 15,717 trade professionals and 710 exhibitors from 31 countries across 27,000 sqm of exhibition space in six halls. APM 2026 is projected to surpass this with 750+ confirmed exhibitors, 18 official country pavilions from Germany, Norway, Japan, Korea, Denmark, the Netherlands, and China, and an expected attendance exceeding 20,000 maritime professionals across three days.

The professionals walking that floor are not browsing. Fleet managers, technical directors, shipowners, naval architects, and procurement heads with real purchasing authority attend APM with clear objectives. Visitor research from previous APM editions shows that 75% of APM visitors directly influence purchasing decisions — meaning the people stopping at your booth are not observers, they are decision-makers. They form credibility assessments within 3 to 5 seconds. If your display fails to stop them, communicate your value, and signal that your company is serious, that opportunity walks past without a second glance.

This guide is your complete booth preparation checklist for APM 2026. It covers every display element you need — pull-up banner stands, pop-up display walls, supporting accessories, maritime-specific visual design strategies, booth cost context, and a full preparation timeline — with validated pricing and confirmed product specifications from Singapore's leading exhibition display provider, serving over 10,000 clients across all industries since 2007.

For the full APM 2026 event overview, conference programme, and exhibitor intelligence, read the in-depth Singapore March 2026 Exhibitions: APM & BuildTech complete guide.

What You Are Walking Into at Marina Bay Sands

APM 2026 spans 27,000 sqm across six interconnected halls (Halls A–F, Level 1 and Basement 2) with 6-metre ceilings throughout. The 18 country pavilions anchoring the floor arrive with coordinated national branding, premium hardware, and visual authority built over decades of participation. Standing beside a German maritime pavilion or a Korean shipbuilding group display without a professional, well-designed booth does not just look unremarkable — it actively undermines the credibility your company needs to open conversations with the buyers present.

Marina Bay Sands raises the visual standard further. Professional exhibition lighting makes quality display hardware look exceptional and underprepared setups conspicuously out of place. Floor loading is 5,000 kg per sqm, relevant for marine machinery and heavy equipment exhibitors. Electrical supply runs on 230V single-phase and 400V three-phase. Climate control is fully maintained throughout the halls — important for electronics, sensitive demonstration equipment, and print materials exposed over three full days.

Build-up is allocated across March 23–24, with the exhibition opening at 9:00 AM on March 25. Teardown begins from the afternoon of March 27. This 48-hour build-up window is tighter than some international maritime shows — which is precisely why having display materials already in Singapore, rather than depending on international freight or last-minute courier services, gives exhibitors a critical logistical and operational advantage.

If your team is travelling from Europe, the dedicated APM 2026 European exhibitor setup and logistics guide covers customs clearance, freight lead times, Singapore-specific booth strategies, and display recommendations calibrated for international teams.

Pull-Up Banner Stands: The Foundation of Your APM Booth

Pull-up banner stands — also called retractable banner stands or roll-up banners — are the most versatile, portable, and cost-effective display asset at any Singapore trade exhibition. A well-deployed set of two to three pull-up banners transforms a bare 9 sqm shell scheme into a credible, branded presence within minutes of arriving at Marina Bay Sands.

For international APM exhibitors, portability carries practical weight. At 2–4 kg per unit, pull-up banners travel as hand luggage or standard check-in baggage — no freight booking, no customs clearance, no cargo risk. A team flying in from Hamburg, Oslo, Tokyo, or Seoul can carry three to four units without involving a freight agent. Setup takes under 60 seconds per unit, one person, no tools — a meaningful advantage during the tight MBS build-up window when every hour counts.

Pullupstand.com has specifically served the marine and maritime industry since 2007, alongside clients from government, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and logistics sectors. Display products supplied have been used at exhibitions across Singapore, the Asia-Pacific region, and internationally — including at previous APM editions at Marina Bay Sands.

Budget Series Pull-Up Banner Stands — from S$95

The Budget Series pull-up banner stand is the practical starting point for first-time APM exhibitors, lean international teams, or companies maximising display coverage within a controlled budget. Every unit includes high-resolution print on tear-proof synthetic paper at 720–1440 DPI, a lightweight aluminium base with quick-release setup mechanism, and a cushioned carry bag included at no additional cost. The print cassette is replaceable, allowing the same stand hardware to be reused across multiple exhibitions — replacing only the graphic panel when messaging or branding changes between events.

The Budget85 at S$130 is the most widely used size across Singapore's trade exhibitions. At 85cm wide and 200cm tall, it delivers strong visual impact at reading distance. Two units for a standard 3×3m APM booth total S$260 — and both fit within standard check-in luggage dimensions for international teams. For a wider rear-wall solution, two Budget120 units placed side-by-side at S$360 total creates a near-seamless 240cm wide display that approaches the visual coverage of a small pop-up system at a fraction of the cost.

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Deluxe Series Pull-Up Banner Stands — from S$180 (was S$210)

For established maritime companies, offshore equipment manufacturers, marine technology providers, and classification society representatives targeting significant contracts at APM 2026, the Deluxe Series pull-up banner stand delivers a noticeably elevated display finish. The reinforced base, ultra-smooth retraction mechanism, and minimal visible hardware allow the graphic to fill the full visual area without structural distractions — a level of finish that reads immediately as premium at a venue like Marina Bay Sands, where senior international buyers are accustomed to exhibition environments of the highest standard.

For companies maintaining a regional maritime exhibition circuit — APM Singapore, Marintec China, Nor-Shipping Oslo, OSEA Singapore, or SMM Hamburg — the Deluxe Series lifespan of 200–300 or more setups delivers significantly lower cost-per-use over a three to five year exhibition cycle compared with budget alternatives that require earlier replacement.

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How Many Pull-Up Banners Does Your APM Booth Need?

Banner Placement Strategy for a Standard 3×3m APM Shell Scheme

Aisle front — the stopper banner. Company name, logo, and one concrete headline benefit. Readable from 10 metres, bold, and no longer than seven words. Lead with a measurable outcome — "Reduce Vessel Downtime by 40%" outperforms "Your Maritime Partner of Choice" consistently. Maritime buyers are engineers and operators by profession. They respond to specifics and dismiss generics.

Side wall — solutions overview. Three to five core products or capabilities, structured with short headlines per item. Decision-makers who step into your booth want to understand your full offering within 15 seconds. Dense paragraphs achieve the opposite.

Rear wall — credibility signals. Classification society markings: DNV, Lloyd's Register, ABS, Bureau Veritas. ISO certifications, years of operation, vessels served, key client logos, and flag icons of countries covered. In the maritime industry, these signals carry weight no amount of copywriting can replicate. Senior buyers scan for them before reading anything else in your booth.

Counter CTA position. A QR code linking to your digital product catalogue, direct WhatsApp contact, or pre-show meeting booking page placed at counter level enables self-service engagement during periods when your booth team is occupied with live conversations.

Pop-Up Display Wall: Visual Authority for Island and Corner Booths

For APM exhibitors with booth footprints of 12 sqm and above — or any company wanting a commanding, unmistakable presence in Marina Bay Sands' wide exhibition halls — a pop-up display wall creates impact that pull-up banners alone cannot deliver.

A pop-up system spans 3 to 6 metres wide at 2.3 metres or taller — a seamless full-surface graphic backdrop visible from 20 to 30 metres across the exhibition floor. In MBS's six-metre ceiling halls, a well-designed pop-up wall makes your company identifiable before visitors begin walking toward your booth. At a show where 18 country pavilions set the visual benchmark, a full-backdrop display positions your company as a major exhibitor from the far end of the hall.

Basic Pop-Up Display Bundle — from S$2,000

The Basic Pop-Up Display Bundle for exhibition booths starts from S$2,000 and is the entry point for exhibitors wanting commanding backdrop presence at APM 2026 without a large custom build investment. A standard 3-metre pop-up takes 15 to 20 minutes to set up with two people. Magnetic graphic panels attach automatically to the aluminium frame — no clips, no additional tools required.

The full system packs into a wheeled moulded carry case of approximately 100cm × 50cm × 40cm and 15 to 25 kg. The carry case doubles as a counter or podium at the booth, eliminating the additional cost of a furniture rental from the official APM 2026 booth contractor, Kingsmen Exhibits Pte Ltd.

Curved or straight configuration — which is right for APM?

Curved configuration works best for brand-forward maritime companies, product launches, and prestige island booths at Marina Bay Sands. The gentle wrap creates a premium, immersive environment appropriate for companies positioning themselves as premium maritime solutions providers. Straight configuration is better suited for technical product displays where multiple information zones need clear visual separation and a structured hierarchy of content. For island booths of 18 sqm and above, a combination of curved and straight — one zone for brand anchoring, one zone for technical product display — creates a structured environment capable of handling multiple simultaneous visitor conversations professionally.

For maritime companies maintaining a multi-event Singapore presence, Pullupstand.com offers exhibition display storage between events from S$20 to S$40 per month. This eliminates international freight costs and physical damage risk when moving between APM, OSEA, CommunicAsia, and other Singapore-based shows throughout the year.

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Exhibition Packages: Best Value for a Complete APM Booth Setup

Basic Package 1 and Basic Package 2 — S$270 each (was S$400)

Both Basic Exhibition Package 1 and Basic Exhibition Package 2 are priced at S$270 each — reduced from S$400 — and are designed for the standard 9 sqm (3×3m) APM shell scheme. Each bundles pull-up banners with a complementary display element: counter, brochure stand, or literature display depending on the package variant. For first-time APM exhibitors or lean teams of two to three people, a Basic Package provides every essential display element needed to present professionally from the moment build-up opens on March 23.

Deluxe Package 1 — S$1,900 (was S$2,540)

The Deluxe Exhibition Package 1 for maritime trade shows at S$1,900 is built for 12–18 sqm booths and delivers premium display hardware appropriate for the senior audience at APM 2026. Maritime equipment manufacturers, offshore technology providers, and marine electronics companies presenting to major shipping groups, fleet operators, or classification society procurement teams will find this configuration aligned with the visual standard set by APM's major country pavilions.

Deluxe Package 2 — S$3,250 (was S$3,950)

The Deluxe Exhibition Package 2 for island booth exhibitors at S$3,250 is designed for island booths and pavilion anchors — companies arriving at APM 2026 to establish a dominant presence on the floor. Maritime technology firms, major equipment manufacturers, and multi-product exhibitors use this package to build a branded environment rather than a conventional stand. At this level, the booth creates the kind of immersive experience that sustains extended conversations with the shipowners, technical directors, and procurement heads who account for APM's 75% buyer-influence rate.

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Supporting Display Elements That Complete a Professional APM Booth

The difference between a polished booth and an average one at APM 2026 is often determined by these supporting elements — none expensive individually, but each visible to every senior buyer who passes.

A DL brochure holder for exhibitions from S$5 is standard practice at any serious maritime exhibition. Technical specification sheets, vessel integration case studies, capability brochures, and classification certificates are active decision-support tools that APM professionals actively seek and take from booths. A dedicated holder keeps materials organised and self-serviceable during peak visitor periods when your team is engaged in live conversation. Companies that arrive with nothing to hand leave a noticeably weak impression at a technically driven show of this calibre.

The A5 clear acrylic display holder from S$8 is a low-cost counter detail with disproportionate effect. Place it for individual product cards, QR codes to digital catalogues, pricing summaries, or direct contact details. Simple, functional, and professional — precisely the kind of close-range detail that senior buyers notice and respond to.

An A-Frame poster stand for indoor exhibitions from S$250, placed just outside the booth perimeter, functions as a secondary stopper — capturing visitors who might otherwise pass without registering your pull-up banners in a busy aisle. Particularly effective at corner positions and entrance-facing booths in Halls A and B, where foot traffic converges near main exhibition entrances.

Foamboard display posters from S$5 provide an economical method of filling shell scheme wall space with technical schematics, vessel diagrams, propulsion system cutaways, or product comparison charts — detailed visual content that maritime professionals will stop to study and reference during the show.

The black zigzag multi-panel display stand at S$180 is a freestanding, flexible solution for companies with multiple product lines, regional service maps, or case study panels to display simultaneously within a 3×3m or larger booth without wall mounting.

APM 2026 Exhibition Sectors: Aligning Your Display With Your Industry

APM 2026 covers the full breadth of the maritime industry across Halls A through F. Understanding which sector your booth sits within allows you to align banner headlines, graphic terminology, and collateral content to the exact vocabulary and decision criteria of the buyers in your hall:

• Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering — hull design, welding systems, protective coatings, corrosion protection, ship repair, dry-docking technology

• Marine Equipment and Machinery — propulsion systems, engines, deck machinery, pumps, valves, steering gear, mooring systems

• Marine Electronics and Digitalisation — integrated bridge systems, navigation, cybersecurity, satellite communications, vessel performance monitoring

• Offshore Technology and Support Vessels — ROVs, subsea systems, diving equipment, dynamic positioning, offshore support operations

• Port Operations and Digital Port Systems — port management software, crane systems, terminal automation, cargo logistics platforms

• Electric and Hybrid Marine Solutions — battery propulsion, hybrid systems, LNG solutions, fuel cells, shore power infrastructure

• Workboat Innovation and Safety — workboat hull design, safety systems, crew transfer vessels, rescue and emergency equipment

Sector-specific vocabulary on your display graphics performs significantly better than generic maritime marketing language. A technical superintendent does not stop for "integrated solutions." He stops for "DNV-approved hull coating validated across 500 vessels operating in tropical climates." Write your banner headlines in the language your buyers use on the job, not the language of your marketing department.

Booth Cost Context: Understanding Your Full APM 2026 Investment

Placing display costs against total booth investment allows for accurate budget allocation.

APM 2026 shell scheme booths are priced at approximately SGD 450–650 per sqm, inclusive of walls, fascia, carpet, basic lighting, and standard furniture. A standard 9 sqm shell scheme therefore represents a booth space cost of SGD 4,050–5,850 before display materials, print, and collateral. Space-only booths are priced at SGD 300–450 per sqm. The mandatory Exhibitor Directory Fee is SGD 300, with additional exhibitor passes charged at SGD 22 each beyond the complimentary allocation. Custom fitout through the official APM 2026 contractor, Kingsmen Exhibits Pte Ltd, is priced separately based on design specifications.

With booth space alone representing a significant upfront commitment, the quality of your display investment directly determines whether that cost generates a return. A Basic Exhibition Package at S$270 against a S$5,000 booth space cost represents a 5.4% uplift that determines whether the space converts visitors into actual conversations. A Deluxe Exhibition Package 1 at S$1,900 against an 18 sqm booth at SGD 9,000 or more represents a 21% uplift that positions your company competitively alongside the country pavilions surrounding you.

For a comprehensive breakdown of how Singapore exhibitions are priced and what to expect across the 2026 calendar, read the Singapore Exhibition Calendar 2026 covering 63 trade shows and events.

Maritime Visual Design: What Works at APM 2026

The right hardware is only half the equation. Graphic design for a maritime B2B audience follows specific rules that differ meaningfully from consumer or retail exhibition environments.

Colour. The maritime industry gravitates toward deep navy, steel blue, white, and slate grey — colours that communicate stability, technical authority, and ocean heritage. These tones align with your audience's professional visual expectations. If your corporate identity uses a consumer-style palette, lead with industry-credible tones at the top of your banners, where senior buyers look first, and introduce brand accent colours in lower positions.

Typography. Sans-serif typefaces — Helvetica, Montserrat, Open Sans, Futura — consistently outperform serif fonts at exhibition reading distances. Your company name at the top of an 85cm × 200cm pull-up banner requires a minimum of 10 to 12 cm in height to be readable from 8 to 10 metres. All headline text should be bold, direct, and seven words or fewer. Full sentences belong in brochures, not on display graphics.

The benefit headline. The most prevalent mistake across APM exhibitor graphics is leading with what a company is rather than what it delivers for the buyer. "Integrated Maritime Solutions Provider" stops no one. "Reduce Fuel Consumption by 18% Across Your Fleet" stops fleet managers. Your stopper banner headline must name a concrete, measurable outcome that the buyer cares about. Credentials and history belong below it — after you have stopped them.

Regional language. APM 2026 draws heavily from North Asia. Adding a key benefit statement in Mandarin for Chinese shipping group representatives, or Japanese for the Japanese shipbuilding groups exhibiting in Hall B, is a low-cost localisation investment that reads as genuinely prepared and distinguishes your booth from the majority of English-only displays across the floor.

File submission requirements. Submit all print-ready files at a minimum of 100 DPI at actual print size, ideally 150 to 300 DPI. Preferred format is PDF with all fonts outlined. Bleed should be 3mm on all sides, with a 10mm safe area inside the trim line for all critical content elements. Avoid placing critical content within the bottom 20 to 30 cm of pull-up banner graphics — this zone retracts into the mechanism housing and is not visible on the finished display. Pullupstand.com provides complimentary pre-press file checking for APM 2026 orders placed in advance. Contact the team to arrange this before submitting final artwork.

APM 2026 Booth Preparation Timeline

Frequently Asked Questions: APM 2026 Booth Display

How early should I order display stands for APM 2026?
Place your order at minimum three to four weeks before the show — by late February to early March at the latest — to allow for production, delivery, and any revision cycles. For Deluxe Series and package orders, four to six weeks is the recommended lead time, particularly given peak pre-exhibition production demand across Singapore's March exhibition calendar. Browse exhibition display products for APM 2026 and place your order early to secure a confirmed production slot.

Can I reuse pull-up banner stands from previous exhibitions?
Yes. If existing Pullupstand hardware is in sound condition, a replacement print cassette service is available. Supply the updated artwork and the graphic panel is reprinted to fit the existing stand hardware. Contact the Pullupstand.com team directly to confirm compatibility before ordering replacement panels.

Is rush printing available for APM 2026?
Rush printing with a one to two working day turnaround is available for most standard pull-up banner stand sizes, subject to production capacity at the time of order. Contact the team directly to confirm availability as the March 25 build-up date approaches.

What is the APM 2026 build-up and teardown schedule at Marina Bay Sands?
Build-up is allocated across March 23–24, 2026. Specific time windows are assigned by the organiser — confirm your slot with RX (Reed Exhibitions) and the Singapore Maritime Foundation. The official APM 2026 booth contractor is Kingsmen Exhibits Pte Ltd, who handle rigging, electrical installations, custom fitout, and flooring upgrades.

Can display stands be stored in Singapore between exhibitions?
Yes. Pullupstand.com offers exhibition display storage between events from S$20 to S$40 per month. For companies exhibiting at multiple Singapore shows annually — APM, OSEA, SMW, CommunicAsia, BuildTech — on-site storage eliminates international freight costs, reduces physical damage risk, and removes the logistical complexity of transporting display hardware between events.

Prepare Your APM 2026 Booth with Confidence

Asia Pacific Maritime 2026 is among the most significant business development opportunities in the global maritime calendar. Your booth represents your company's brand, credibility, and technical authority in front of over 20,000 maritime professionals across three days at one of Asia's most prestigious exhibition venues. Every element of it — from the headline on your stopper banner to the brochure holder on your counter — is assessed by buyers who make professional credibility judgements in seconds.

Whether you are a first-time APM exhibitor working within a lean budget or an established maritime company building a premium island booth, Pullupstand.com provides the exhibition display solutions for Singapore maritime trade shows your booth requires — with confirmed pricing, fast production, and over 15 years of Singapore exhibition experience supporting every order.

• Browse all exhibition display products and packages

• Order pull-up banner stands for APM 2026

• View exhibition packages from S$270

• Read the Singapore March 2026 Exhibitions: APM & BuildTech Guide

• View the Singapore Exhibition Calendar 2026: 63 trade shows and events

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