TIWF 2026 Set to Return as the Year's Premier Event, Elevating the Woodworking and Furniture Industry Across ASEAN

BANGKOK, July 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Thailand International Woodworking & Furniture Exhibition 2026 (TIWF 2026) is preparing for its highly anticipated return as Thailand's largest international trade exhibition dedicated to the woodworking and furniture industries. Organized through a strategic joint venture between IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. and IEC Messevertriebs GmbH from Germany—both globally recognized exhibition experts—the event serves as a premier platform connecting entrepreneurs, manufacturers, designers, distributors, and industry professionals from across Thailand and the ASEAN region.

TIWF 2026 will showcase the latest innovations, advanced technologies, machinery, materials, designs, and manufacturing solutions. The exhibition provides invaluable opportunities for professional networking, knowledge exchange, and strategic collaborations, aiming to drive the Thai and ASEAN woodworking and furniture sectors toward sustainable growth and international competitiveness. Pre-registration is now officially open for the event, which is scheduled to take place from September 16–18, 2026, in Hall 5–6 at IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani.

As an international benchmark, TIWF 2026 focuses explicitly on pioneering machinery, materials, accessories, and state-of-the-art manufacturing solutions. This second edition builds upon the resounding success of the inaugural 2024 event, which drew widespread acclaim from global industry leaders. The previous edition successfully attracted over 6,286 trade visitors from 49 countries, hosted 214 leading exhibitors and brands from 20 nations, and facilitated over 340 high-value business-matching meetings. These figures underscore TIWF's crucial role as a premier face-to-face networking platform and a major catalyst for commercial growth within the regional industry.

The ASEAN and Thai woodworking and furniture markets demonstrate sustained expansion heading into 2026, fueled by rising demands for alternative materials, design innovations, and the transition toward smart manufacturing. Consequently, TIWF 2026 has expanded its scope to deliver a more comprehensive showcase that aligns with this industry growth. The exhibition has secured strong official endorsements and participation from elite global organizations and market leaders. Serving as the Platinum Sponsor, the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) leads the roster. Commenting on this significant partnership, Mr. Tripp Pryor, International Program Manager of AHEC, stated: "For AHEC, TIWF represents a critical commercial and technological platform in the ASEAN region, perfectly aligning with our objective to effectively promote understanding of American hardwood as a sustainable material to architects and manufacturers. A major highlight in Bangkok this year is the Thailand premiere of our film, 'Forested Future' screening at Alliance Française on the evening of 17th September.  It reflects our shared commitment to sustainable forest stewardship and our connection to the natural world. It's a must-see for anyone working in wood and design"

Further prominent industry backers include Thaisakol Group, a premier woodworking machinery importer; Cedar Decor, a top-tier manufacturer and exporter of premium decorative laminates; and Ta-Chou Industry, an all-in-one woodworking equipment supplier. A highly anticipated highlight of the showfloor is the German Pavilion, which will exhibit cutting-edge automation, European machinery, and advanced manufacturing tech. Elite German corporations, including Andritz AG, Anthon GmbH, Dieffenbacher, and Baumer Inspection, will present next-generation solutions to broaden operational perspectives for Thai and ASEAN businesses.  To serve the entire supply chain holistically, TIWF 2026 covers four key exhibitor profiles:

1. Machinery & Technology: Advanced manufacturing machinery and tools
2. Materials & Supplies: Materials, equipment, and decorative surfaces
3. Fittings, Hardware & Components: Hardware systems, fittings, and furniture components
4. Industry Services: Specialized software, design systems, trade media, and associations 

Mr. Loy Joon How, General Manager of IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd., stated: "TIWF 2026 has been elevated into a premier regional business and knowledge platform for the woodworking and furniture trade. By consolidating automated machinery, alternative materials, and sustainable solutions from top-tier global suppliers, the event is designed to sharpen the competitive edge of Thai and ASEAN enterprises. It offers an invaluable window to network internationally, swap technical insights, and scale up commercial growth. As an event held biennially, this is an indispensable milestone that no industry professional should miss."

Beyond the comprehensive exhibition floor, TIWF 2026 will host a specialized series of educational features designed by top minds to address pressing industrial developments. The focal point is a high-level summit titled "From Forest to Future: The Sustainability Masterclass for Wood & Construction Summit," which will be expertly moderated by Mr. Jirawat Tangkijngamwong, President of the Thai Furniture Association and the Thai Timber Association.  Attendees can also look forward to a dynamic lineup of collaborative panels. In partnership with Baan Lae Suan, a seminar on "DESIGN TALK: Wood Living 2026" will analyze evolving consumer demands regarding design and eco-standards. Concurrently, a panel titled "UNLOCKING WOOD CREATIVITY: DRIVING ECONOMY 5.0," organized alongside Wazzadu.com, will explore new dimensions in timber architecture. These sessions will feature distinguished industry icons, including Mr. Nithit from A49 (Architects 49), Mr. Dusit from Saiyart Collection, and various specialists who will map out future design directions and material innovations.

Complementing the seminars, the hands-on technical training and workshops will offer intensive skill-building sequences as the acclaimed CARPENTRY MASTERCLASS makes its return. Led by renowned Thai master craftsmen Ajarn Ae Pho Chang and Ajarn Keng Indy Woodworker, the program delivers invaluable, direct technical knowledge. This is further supplemented by practical wood application demonstrations from AHEC, as well as digital facility optimization workshops featuring smart factory management software presented by BUILT TECH World.

Crucially, TIWF 2026 will be co-located with the Building Construction Technology Expo 2026 (BCT Expo 2026) in Hall 7. As the region's premier trade platform for building construction, tech, and mining, this joint positioning fosters immediate cross-industry networking among the woodworking, furniture, architecture, and construction fields. Attendees can smoothly transition between halls to explore structural systems, smart construction solutions, and new-age building technologies in one unified visit. TIWF 2026 remains a vital destination for sawmill owners, furniture manufacturers, property developers, architects, interior designers, product creators, and trade stakeholders to acquire smart manufacturing capabilities, source modern materials, and secure commercial partnerships across ASEAN.

Admission to TIWF 2026 is free of charge, with the event scheduled to run from September 16–18, 2026, between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM in Halls 5–6 at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre.

Interested attendees are encouraged to secure their passes through the Visitor Pre-registration at https://evcnx.co/5oGWh 

Explore upcoming features via the Exhibitor & Product Highlights page at https://thailandwoodworking.com/product-highlights/.

For more details and real-time updates, please visit the Official Website at www.thailandwoodworking.com, connect via the Line Official account at @th.woodworking, or follow the Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/Thailandwoodworking.

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IMPACT Exhibition Management Co. Ltd.

IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. is the leading exhibition organizer in Thailand. We organise and manage professional trade and public exhibitions, conferences, meetings and training, working in hand with international trade associations, organisers, and corporations across a broad spectrum of industries.

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TIWF 2026 Set to Return as the Year's Premier Event, Elevating the Woodworking and Furniture Industry Across ASEAN

• Partnership brings regulated, multi-currency payments into everyday HR workflows, supporting companies as they scale teams, payroll and operations

SEATTLE, Wash. and LONDON, Sept. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Convera, a global leader in commercial payments, and JustLogin, an AI-Powered Singapore-based human resource cloud platform operating for the last 26 years, today announced a partnership that brings embedded cross-border payroll and business payment capabilities directly into the HR workflows.

The partnership is designed to support companies operating and expanding across Singapore and Southeast Asia where hiring, managing and paying teams across multiple countries and currencies is now a prerequisite for regional growth. Through the integration, JustLogin customers will be able to initiate payroll and employee-related payments in up to 16 currencies from within the JustLogin platform, while Convera manages the underlying cross-border payment execution.

The result: faster salary disbursement, improved visibility, and reduced operational complexity for companies managing distributed workforces across the region.

"Growing companies should not have to choose between regional expansion and payroll confidence. By embedding Convera's global payments capabilities directly into JustLogin's HR platform, we're making it easier for businesses to hire, pay and scale across Southeast Asia with greater speed, visibility and control", said Patrick Gauthier, Group CEO of Convera, "This partnership reflects a broader shift we're seeing in the market, as payments become more deeply embedded into the platforms businesses already use to run their operations."

As businesses across Southeast Asia build more distributed and regional workforces, payroll is becoming more than an administrative function. It is increasingly connected to employee experience, operational resilience, and the ability to expand into new markets with confidence. The Convera and JustLogin partnership brings together HR technology and embedded financial services to help businesses manage this complexity through a single, integrated experience.

Designed for regulated environments, the integration allows payment activity to be initiated within JustLogin, with essential transaction data shared securely with Convera at the point of payment. Payment status and confirmations are then returned to the JustLogin dashboard, giving HR and finance teams visibility without disrupting existing workflows. As the licensed payment processor, Convera conducts customer onboarding and KYC checks and operates under the oversight of more than 60 regulators worldwide

Cross-border payroll and B2B payouts represent a significant and growing segment of Southeast Asia's payments landscape, with the regional B2B payments market estimated at approximately USD 44.5 billion in 2024 and projected to exceed USD 105 billion by 2033. As Singapore-based and multinational businesses expand across the region, navigating multiple currencies, payment rails, and regulatory regimes has become an increasing challenge. Embedding regulated cross-border payments into HR platforms helps remove a major barrier into regional expansion.

"As our customers expand across markets, payroll and payments have become a critical part of both employee experience and corporate reputation," said KC Kwa, CEO, JustLogin. "In an environment marked by regulatory change and currency volatility, this partnership provides the governance, resilience, and confidence our customers need to keep payroll compliant, accurate, and seamless – without compromising trust."

The solution also leverages select government-backed fast payment rails to accelerate salary disbursement across the region, including Singapore's FAST, Malaysia's DuitNow, and InstaPay in the Philippines.

The Convera and JustLogin integration is available to JustLogin customers in Singapore and across supported Southeast Asian markets, helping businesses build, manage and pay regional workforces through a more connected HR and payments experience.

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About Convera

Convera is a global leader in commercial payments. With an unrivaled regulatory footprint and a financial network spanning more than 140 currencies and 200 countries and territories, Convera is reimaging the future of business payments. We combine tech-led payment solutions with deep expertise in foreign exchange, risk management, and compliance. From small businesses to CFOs and treasurers, we're helping our customers grow with confidence. Convera makes business payments simple, smart, and secure.

 

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Convera and JustLogin Partner to Enable Cross-Border Payroll and Payments Across Singapore and Southeast Asia