Inaugural Summit to bring together international coffee leaders and industry experts to explore global standards, trade, sustainability and emerging opportunities.
Singapore will welcome coffee industry leaders, producers, traders and professionals from around the world for the inaugural ASEAN International Coffee Summit (AICS) 2026, taking place from 4–6 November 2026 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
Co-organised by the ASEAN Coffee Federation (ACF) and the Singapore Coffee Association (SCA), the three-day Summit will bring together delegates from across ASEAN and beyond to exchange knowledge, strengthen industry collaboration and explore new opportunities across the global coffee value chain.
Under the theme “From Origin to Opportunity: Connecting Global Standards, Trade and Knowledge,” AICS 2026 aims to strengthen ASEAN’s connections with international markets while addressing key developments shaping the future of the coffee industry.
Addressing the Future of the Global Coffee Industry
As the coffee industry navigates evolving trade regulations, sustainability requirements, climate-related challenges and shifting market demands, international collaboration has become increasingly important.
The Summit will feature expert presentations and panel discussions covering international coffee standards, global market developments, trade opportunities, the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), traceability and emerging coffee varieties, including Liberica, Excelsa and Robusta.
Beyond industry discussions, AICS 2026 will provide opportunities for producers, exporters, traders, buyers and industry stakeholders to connect, exchange perspectives and explore potential business collaborations.
International Coffee Leaders Take the Stage
AICS 2026 will feature an international line-up of speakers representing leading coffee organisations and businesses across Asia, Europe, Africa, Australia and beyond.
The featured speakers include:
· Vanúsia Nogueira – Executive Director, International Coffee Organization, United Kingdom
· Eileen Gordon – Secretary General, European Coffee Federation, European Union
· Justin Metcalf – Chief Education Officer, ASEAN Coffee Institute; Founder, Bodacious Coffee, Australia
· Guo Feng – President, Beijing Coffee Industry Association, China
· Jason Do Ha Phuong – Deputy General Manager, Intimex Group Joint Stock Company, Vietnam
· Linh Bui – Regional Coordinator for Southeast Asia, Team Europe Initiative on Deforestation-Free Value Chains (TEI), GIZ, Vietnam
· Dr. Kenny Lee – Managing Director & Founder, Earthlings Coffee Workshop, Malaysia
· Dr. Alejandro C Mojica – Director, Philippine Coffee Board Inc., Philippines
· Dave Lim – Technical Director, ASEAN Coffee Institute; Founder, Parchmen & Co, Singapore
· James Dargan – Head of Asia Pacific, Sucafina, Vietnam
· Bruno Maiolo – President, Australian Specialty Coffee Association; Founder, C4 Coffee Roaster, Australia
· Jennifer Xiong – Secretary General, Beijing Coffee Industry Association, China
· Claude Bizimana – Chief Executive Officer, National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB), Rwanda
· Lars Gottschalk – Advisor, PROMECAFE, Central America
· Pacita Juan – 1st Vice President, ASEAN Coffee Federation; Chair, Philippine Coffee Board Inc., Philippines
· Winida Mangkornkarn – President, Thai Coffee Association; Managing Director, Suzuki Coffee, Thailand
Bringing together perspectives from producing origins, consuming markets and industry associations, these speakers will share insights into the challenges and opportunities influencing the global coffee landscape.
Connecting Knowledge, Trade and Opportunity
More than a platform for industry dialogue, AICS 2026 seeks to foster meaningful connections between ASEAN’s coffee-producing economies and international markets.
By encouraging knowledge exchange, cross-border partnerships and greater industry collaboration, the Summit aims to strengthen ASEAN’s role within the global coffee ecosystem.
Coffee producers, exporters, traders, roasters, distributors, café operators and industry professionals are invited to join the conversations shaping the future of coffee.
Event Details
Event: ASEAN International Coffee Summit 2026 Date: 4–6 November 2026 Venue: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Co-organisers: ASEAN Coffee Federation (ACF) and Singapore Coffee Association (SCA) For the Summit programme and delegate registration, visit https://aseancoffeesummit.com/.
