About this expo
The Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH) is Asia's most influential deep tech and innovation festival, held annually in Singapore. Scheduled from October 27-29, 2026, at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, SWITCH serves as a vital hub for connecting market leaders, entrepreneurs, creators, accelerators, and investors from across the global innovation ecosystem. This event is designed to facilitate collaboration and drive progress in advanced technologies.
SWITCH offers a curated innovation marketplace for B2B technology companies, attracting a high caliber of buyers including corporate innovation officers with pilot budgets, government procurement teams, venture arms of multinationals, and academic institutions seeking industry partners. Exhibitors gain opportunities to secure qualified leads, test market viability, engage with investors, and explore potential partnership agreements. The event covers key deep tech domains such as AI and advanced computing, quantum technology, robotics, health and biomedical sciences, sustainability, fintech, and advanced manufacturing.
The festival's target audience is broad and includes global leaders, startups, investors, policymakers, corporates, and researchers. It specifically caters to those in SaaS, AI infrastructure, enterprise cybersecurity, healthtech, sustainability tech, and manufacturing technology. SWITCH is a strategic platform for professionals to connect, exchange knowledge, and contribute to the advancement of innovation and technology in Asia and beyond.
Highlights
5 items- AUMA listed
- Held at Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore
- Targeting 25,000+ attendees (2026) and 400+ startups and exhibitors (2026)
- Features concurrent events like SLINGSHOT and SWITCH Beyond
- Attracted 60,000+ participants and 1,000 exhibitors (2019)
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does SWITCH Singapore 2026 take place?+
SWITCH Singapore 2026 will be held from October 27-29, 2026, at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Level 1, Hall A, B, C, in Singapore.
Who organizes SWITCH?+
SWITCH is organized by Enterprise Singapore and supported by the National Research Foundation (NRF) under the Prime Minister's Office.
What industries and deep tech domains does SWITCH cover?+
SWITCH covers AI and advanced computing, quantum technology, robotics and automation, health and biomedical sciences, sustainability and climate tech, fintech and digital services, and advanced manufacturing. Key deep tech domains include artificial intelligence, climate and energy technologies, quantum and advanced computing, advanced materials, healthcare and biotech, and digital connectivity.
How can I participate in SWITCH?+
Professionals can attend by registering for the free SWITCH Attendee Pass, which grants access to the Main Stage, Global Stage, Converge Stage, Trade Floor, Exhibition Floor, and general networking. For exhibitors, SWITCH offers a curated innovation marketplace to gain qualified leads and explore partnerships.
Are there specific deadlines or additional participation options?+
The SWITCH Attendee Pass is free-to-register. Attendees can add on interested sessions for SWITCH Beyond when registering. Applications for SLINGSHOT 2026 were open until June 30, 2026.