The cruise meeting point in Asia

Harness the Attention of Asia's Cruise Decision-Makers

16–20 November 2026
Kuala Lumpur & Penang. Malaysia

This 16–20 November, Seatrade Cruise Asia moves to Kuala Lumpur & Penang, Malaysia. Ports, destinations and service providers from across the region will showcase their latest facilities and products to a cast of cruise line executives eager to network, learn about the changing regional landscape, and source new itineraries and solutions.

Right people, right place, right time

Take advantage of a captive audience of the region's pre-eminent cruise decision-makers — gathered for just one week and primed to consider new itineraries, service providers and solutions.

Real cruise growth potential

Malaysia — The Region's Most Watched Cruise Market

Infrastructure investment, capacity expansion and a redeployment surge are converging on the Asia-Pacific. The numbers tell the story.

170
International cruise ship calls expected in Penang in 2026
3
International cruise terminals active, with Penang infrastructure updates slated in 2026
879
Islands to discover across Malaysia
12k
Simultaneous passenger capacity at Penang's Swettenham Pier after expansions
#3
Asia is the world's third largest cruise source market
25%+
Of Seatrade Cruise Asia attendees are cruise line executives
89%
Asia-Pacific cruise capacity surge — redeployments continue into 2026
Our community

Cruise Lines Committed to Cruising in Asia

The brands actively deploying — and expanding — in the Asia-Pacific. You'll find their itinerary planners, sourcing leads and operations decision-makers at the conference in Kuala Lumpur & Penang. Malaysia.

Adora Cruises logo
AIDA logo
Azamara logo
Carnival Cruise Line logo
Celebrity Cruises logo
Costa logo
Crystal logo
Cunard logo
Disney Cruise Line logo
Explora Journeys logo
Four Seasons Yachts logo
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines logo
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises logo
Heritage Expeditions logo
Holland America Line logo
Lindblad Expeditions / National Geographic logo
Marella Cruises logo
MOL logo
MSC Cruises logo
Nicko Cruises logo
Norwegian Cruise Line logo
Oceania Cruises logo
Orient Express Sailing Yachts logo
P&O Cruises logo
Ponant logo
Princess Cruises logo
Regent Seven Seas Cruises logo
Resorts World Cruises logo
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection logo
Royal Caribbean logo
Seabourn logo
Silversea logo
Star Cruises logo
Swan Hellenic logo
TUI Cruises logo
Viking logo
Windstar Cruises logo
Who exhibits

The Companies Shaping Cruise in Asia

  • Ports & Destinations
  • IT Systems / Telecoms
  • Ship Agents
  • Entertainment
  • Cruise Associations
In good company

Previous Participants Include:

  • Asia Cruise Terminal Association logo
  • Azpired — Premier Call Center Services logo
  • Ben Line Agencies logo
  • Blue Dream Cruises logo
  • Busan — Play. Work. Live. logo
  • GAC logo
  • Inchcape logo
  • J. M. Baxi & Co. — Marine Services logo
  • Jeju Tourism Organization logo
  • Kai Tak Cruise Terminal logo
  • Kumamon Port Yatsushiro logo
  • Marlink logo
  • NYK Line logo
  • Okinawa Tourism Board logo
  • Philippines Department of Tourism logo
  • Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority logo
  • Wilhelmsen Port Services logo
  • Xcontrol logo
Standard Tabletop

Standard Tabletop

Tabletops are an affordable, low-effort way to make a big impact amongst a captive audience of Asia's cruise decision-makers. Perfect for those looking to boost brand profile, penetrate this unique and growing market, and gain access to the week's networking events and conference while establishing your own base of operations to draw in leads.

A Standard Tabletop exhibitor — Ben Line Agencies — meeting with a delegate at Seatrade Cruise Asia.

Deliverables

  • Display space to showcase your business during all conference breaks, including display table (6' × 2') and two chairs
  • Printed pop-up banner for display area (client to provide artwork)
  • One full page advert or advertorial in Seatrade Cruise Review Magazine: Special Asia Edition, with printed distribution at the event and digital distribution post-event to Seatrade Cruise's exclusive database (9.5k average distribution; 2.5k are C-Suite / Director level)

Networking Access

  • Two (2) conference delegate passes
  • 20% off any additional conference passes
  • Invitation to the exclusive Networking Breakfast (attended by speakers and cruise line executives)
  • Access to all networking events
Standard Brand Recognition Bundle
  • Event website
  • Mobile app
  • Onsite signage
  • Opening keynote "Thank you" slide
Early bird rate
$6,000
Deadline: 28 Aug 2026
Standard rate
$6,500
After early bird deadline
Reserve Standard Tabletop
Premium Tabletop

Premium Tabletop

Positioned as close as possible to the conference, Premium Tabletops ensure you have the first and best opportunity to showcase your brand to Asia's cruise decision-makers. Take advantage of our broadest level of conference access possible to make connections during sessions and follow up with leads during breaks at your table.

A Premium Tabletop exhibitor — Kumamon Port Yatsushiro — drawing crowds at Seatrade Cruise Asia.

Deliverables

  • Priority placement within exhibition space in a high-traffic area
  • Display space to showcase your business during all conference breaks, including display table (6' × 2') and two chairs
  • Printed pop-up banner for display area (client to provide artwork)
  • One full page advert or advertorial in Seatrade Cruise Review Magazine: Special Asia Edition, with printed distribution at the event and digital distribution post-event to Seatrade Cruise's exclusive database (9.5k average distribution; 2.5k are C-Suite / Director level)

Networking Access

  • Three (3) conference delegate passes
  • 20% off any additional conference passes
  • Invitation to the exclusive Networking Breakfast (attended by speakers and cruise line executives)
  • Access to all networking events
Premium Brand Recognition Bundle
  • Priority placement of your logo on the event website, mobile app, onsite signage and opening keynote "Thank you" slide
  • One (1) Seatrade Cruise social media post on LinkedIn to our 35.4k+ followers
  • One (1) Seatrade Cruise News e-newsletter feature pre-event (50 words, 1 logo) to our 10.8k email subscribers
Early bird rate
$7,000
Deadline: 28 Aug 2026
Standard rate
$7,500
After early bird deadline
Reserve Premium Tabletop
Get the full picture

More Tabletop Examples

A closer look at the range of destination, port, and service-provider tabletop presentations that help exhibitors stand out during the week.

Philippines tabletop display at Seatrade Cruise AsiaOkinawa tabletop speaking with attendees at Seatrade Cruise AsiaPort of Busan tabletop display at Seatrade Cruise AsiaMercy Ships tabletop display at Seatrade Cruise AsiaKumamoto tabletop display at Seatrade Cruise AsiaInchcape tabletop display at Seatrade Cruise AsiaKumamoto tabletop meeting with an attendeeBen Line Agencies tabletop in conversation with an attendee

Philippines tabletop display at Seatrade Cruise Asia

Sponsorship menu

Sponsorship Packages

Put your brand at the centre of the moments that matter most across the week — from registration and the mobile app to the keynote, conference sessions and networking. Every sponsorship includes the Premium Brand Recognition Bundle.

Premium Brand Recognition Bundle

Included with every sponsorship

  • Your logo on the event website
  • Your logo in the mobile app
  • Your logo on onsite signage
  • Your logo on the opening keynote "Thank you" slide
  • Access to the event matchmaking service — discover, request and manage meetings with registered attendees who opt in
  • One (1) Seatrade Cruise LinkedIn post (35.8k followers)
  • One (1) Seatrade Cruise News e-newsletter feature pre-event (50 words, 1 logo) to our 10.8k email subscribers
Panel of speakers on stage during the Seatrade Cruise Asia keynoteConference

State of the Asian Cruise Industry Keynote

Opening the show, the Keynote is the highlight of the entire Seatrade Cruise Asia conference. Featuring spotlight interviews with the top executives from Asia's major cruise lines and the industry's most influential individuals, this is your opportunity to associate your brand with the region's most prominent conference session, boasting an audience of 400+ attendees.

$12,000
Enquire
Attendee collecting a lanyard at a sponsored registration deskEvent Access

Registration Partner

This high-profile, exclusive sponsorship ensures you are the very first thing every attendee sees each day. Capture the attention of attendees through eye-catching visuals, digital distribution points, and interactive engagement before, during and after the event.

$10,000
Enquire
Delegates wearing event badges and lanyardsPersonal Items

Badges & Lanyards

*Example from Seatrade Cruise Med

Place your company logo in constant view throughout Seatrade Cruise Asia. Worn by every attendee, badges and lanyards create high-frequency visibility among cruise line executives, delegates, exhibitors and stakeholders.

$10,000
Enquire
Branded delegate bag from a Seatrade Cruise eventPersonal Items

Delegate Bags

*Example from Seatrade Cruise Global

Be one of the most visible brands at Seatrade Cruise Asia. Distributed to all Conference pass holders, the official Show Bags are a premium touchpoint packed with valuable samples and information — making your brand part of every attendee's experience from day one.

$8,500
Enquire
Breakfast buffet set up for the networking breakfastNetworking

Networking Breakfast

Taking place on the morning of 16 November, the networking breakfast is your chance to get the attention of our most high-profile attendees, boasting the attendance of cruise lines and speakers.

$8,000
Enquire
Mobile app splash screen carrying a sponsor's brandingEvent Access

Mobile App

*Example from Seatrade Cruise Global

Associate your brand with the event's #1 resource for navigating the venue and planning agendas, accumulating repeat daily views amongst our most active attendees.

$6,500
Enquire
Delegates listening to a Seatrade Cruise Asia conference sessionConference

Conference Session

Featuring carefully curated topics presented by expert faculty, our conference sessions attract high-level cruise executives and influencers, ensuring a valuable, actively engaged audience throughout the session. Align your brand with trending content and a highly targeted audience primed to seek out new solutions.

$6,000
Enquire
Branded gift items laid out at a Seatrade Cruise eventPersonal Items

VIP Cruise Line Executive Gift

*Example from Seatrade Cruise Global

Drive booth traffic and year-round engagement by placing your promotional item directly into the hands of every Seatrade Cruise Asia power player. Executive Gifts showcase your latest products, services, and capabilities to cruise line buyers and decisionmakers.

$4,500
Enquire
Custom opportunities

Looking for Another Way to Showcase Your Products and Services?

We're happy to develop custom sponsor opportunities to fit every budget and directly engage with your target audience. Get in touch with our sales team below.

Talk to our team
The destination

Discover Malaysia

A vibrant blend of cosmopolitan cities, UNESCO heritage quarters, tropical islands, and one of Asia's richest cultural tapestries — the perfect backdrop for the region's cruise community to gather.

Georgetown, Penang
Georgetown, Penang
UNESCO-listed colonial heritage
A Cultural Mosaic
A Cultural Mosaic
Malay, Chinese, Indian & Indigenous heritage
Perhentian Islands
Perhentian Islands
Turquoise waters off Terengganu
Famous Durian
Famous Durian
The king of tropical fruits
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Your Seatrade Cruise Sales Team

We're here to help you reserve the right package or build a custom opportunity for Seatrade Cruise Asia 2026.

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Shay Lakhani
Sales Director
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Barbara LaTorre
Senior Sales Manager
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Rachel Graham
Senior Account Manager
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Victoria Philpot
Senior Account Manager
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Jorge Rojas
Senior Account Manager — The Americas
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Christophe Cahen
Regional Manager — The Americas
christophe.cahen@informa.com+1 786 879 7765