SiGMA Asia 2024: A guide

SiGMA Asia 2024 is just around the corner, taking place once again at the SMX Convention Centre in Manila.  A double decker expo floor brings the best in business to Asia, featuring operators and suppliers from the online and land-based sectors. An agenda filled with engaging networking events and quality conferences brings top tier opportunities to engage with tier one Asian markets. To help you make the most of your experience, here’s a handy guide to all the key moments you won’t want to miss.

Download our official event guide.

Plan your trip

Visiting Manila for the first time? The Plan Your Trip page on the SiGMA website is designed to help make your stay a breeze. From recommendations to travel tips, we’ve done the research so you don’t have to!

Manila is known for its great city life, and with so many of our networking events taking place here, the city should be your first port of call when it comes to accommodation. Our official partner hotels include the Conrad Hotel, the Okada Manila, Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila, The Heritage Manila, Lanson Place, Mall of Asia Manila, Solaire Resort and Casino, Networld Hotel Spa and Casino, Kingsford Hotel Manila and Hop Inn.

Ensure your passport is valid, and be sure to check whether you require a visa to enter the country by checking out the Visa Information section on our website.

It is essential to have an eTravel Card with you at the border. Register an eTravel Card within 72 hours (about 3 days) before departure. Get your eTravel Card here: https://etravel.gov.ph/authentication

Getting to SiGMA Asia 2024

We’ve taken all the necessary steps to make your journey to the expo and conference as hassle-free as possible. Follow our handy Google map event planner to ensure you don’t miss a single event.

Take the official SiGMA Shuttle Jeepney to the conference and expo happening on the 4th and 5th June:

This shuttle service offers convenient round-trip transportation from Lanson Place, and from Okada Manila to the SMX Convention Centre, starting at 8:30am and running until 6:30pm.

Activities such as the C-Level golf tournament, which is organised by QTECH GAMES and SONG88 and takes place at the Club Intramuros Golf Course, and the Wine and Cheese tasting activity, which takes place at Admiral Club Manila Bay also include transportation to and from the Conrad Hotel. Visit our online agenda for more information.

Popular ride-hailing apps include Grab. 

Stay in the know

Don’t miss last minute changes – stay up-to-date with all the latest updates through SiGMA’s official social media channels and the official SiGMA Podcast. Join the official SiGMA Telegram Channel by clicking here. 

Beat the queues

Pre-registration will be available to delegates looking to collect their badge early and beat first day queues. Join us on the 3rd of June from 10.00 to 22.00 at the Conrad Hotel. Have your ticket handy, a digital version is enough and don’t forget to have a form of identification with you. Join the networking drinks and break the ice with fellow delegates from 18.00pm onwards.

Generate your badge and let other delegates know you’re coming with our online badge generator.

Tips and Tricks 

The Philippine Peso is the official currency, with credit cards widely accepted. Stay updated on COVID-19 travel guidelines, as they may change. 

The Philippines has 3 telecom service providers: Smart Communications, Globe Telecom and DITO. If you want to stay connected to the internet during your trip, we recommend Big Sky Travel Wi-Fi. You can through their website at https://bigskynation.com. Don’t forget your power adapter: Type A, B, and C plugs are used in The Philippines. 

Take note of emergency numbers, most importantly: 911 for police and fire, and 112 for medical emergencies.