AFFA Singapore Summit 2026: An Opportunity to Expand Business Connections for Vietnamese Logistics Companies
From November 17–19, 2026, the AFFA Singapore Summit 2026 will take place in Singapore, bringing together the logistics business community, industry associations, and partners from the ASEAN region and internationally. With business networking programs, industry exchanges, and activities running concurrently with Breakbulk Asia 2026, the event opens up practical opportunities for Vietnamese logistics businesses to find partners, expand markets, and strengthen regional cooperation.
Organized by the Singapore Logistics Association (SLA) within the framework of the ASEAN Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (AFFA), the AFFA Singapore Summit 2026 is being developed into a regional logistics industry networking forum, not limited to AFFA's annual meetings.
With the theme “Connect. Collaborate. Create,” the event is expected to attract more than 200 delegates, including leaders of freight forwarding associations, logistics businesses, multimodal transport operators, regulatory agencies, trade organizations, and supply chain partners from ASEAN and international markets.
Connect with Partners and Seize Opportunities in the ASEAN Market
Singapore is one of Asia's important international logistics and transshipment hubs, and a major trading partner of Vietnam. According to data released by the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in the first eight months of 2026, bilateral trade between Vietnam and Singapore reached SGD 37.6 billion, an increase of 44.9% compared to the same period in 2025.
📈 Bilateral Milestone: Vietnam–Singapore trade grew by 44.9% year-on-year to reach SGD 37.6 billion in the first eight months of 2026, reinforcing Singapore’s pivotal role as a strategic transshipment and trading hub.
The growing trade relationship between the two countries, coupled with Singapore's key position in the international trade network, creates favorable conditions for Vietnamese logistics businesses to access partners and participate more deeply in regional supply chains.
In this context, AFFA Singapore Summit 2026 offers a highly practical program that combines professional exchange and business networking:
- Transport & Logistics Summit (Nov 17): Focused sessions on cross-border trade, digital transformation, sustainable development, supply chain adaptability, and industry challenges.
- Direct B2B Exchanges: Dedicated networking to help freight forwarders, transporters, and logistics companies meet potential partners, establish agent networks, and explore customer growth.
- Hub Field Trips & Meetings: Official AFFA internal proceedings and visits to Singapore's premier transportation and logistics infrastructure hubs.
A Business Trip, Many Networking Opportunities
It is noteworthy that the AFFA Singapore Summit 2026 is taking place concurrently with Breakbulk Asia 2026, held on November 18–19 at the Sands Expo Convention and Exhibition Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
This is an international event specializing in bulk cargo, project cargo, and special freight transport, connecting shippers, logistics service providers, carriers, equipment companies, and other project supply chain participants. Breakbulk Asia 2026 is expected to attract more than 5,000 attendees and over 200 exhibitors, providing valuable exposure to partners in the energy, industrial, and infrastructure supply chains.
The co-location allows participating businesses to maximize their itinerary: combining conference attendance, market intelligence updates, logistics solution discovery, and partner sourcing in a single, high-efficiency business trip.
Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA) respectfully introduces and encourages member businesses interested in and registering to attend the AFFA Singapore Summit 2026, taking advantage of the opportunity to connect with the ASEAN logistics community, promote business cooperation, and expand the presence of Vietnamese businesses in international markets.