Nineteen APAC and Section of Emergency Medical Services Physicians, College of Emergency Physicians Sign Letter of Intent
Nineteen APAC (part of Nineteen Group) and the Section of Emergency Medical Services Physicians, College of Emergency Physicians, have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to co-locate the 8th edition of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Asia alongside the inaugural The Emergency Services Show Asia (ESSA), part of the Safety & Security Asia. Nineteen APAC is the organiser of ESSA and The College of Emergency Physicians is the organiser of EMS Asia and serves as the Strategic Partner of ESSA.
The co-located events will take place from 10–12 November 2026 at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore, welcoming 1,500 international and regional EMS delegates and 5,000 ESS Asia attendees, with more than 100 advanced emergency services technologies and products on display, creating a true industry gathering for the region.
EMS Asia: The International Conference for Prehospital and Emergency Medical Services Organised by Asian Association for Emergency Medical Services (AAEMS), Section of EMS Physicians (SEMSP) under the College of Emergency Physicians, the 3-day conference provides a platform for sharing and discussing best practices across EMS in Asia, including Doctors, Nurses, Paramedics, and Community First Responders involved in delivering Prehospital and Emergency Medical Care. Registration for EMS Asia 2026 is now open.
The co-location of EMS Asia 2026 with The Emergency Services Show Asia 2026 will create a single, integrated platform bringing together EMS, fire and rescue, disaster response, public safety, and communications. This unified approach provides unparalleled opportunities for knowledge sharing, innovation, and cross-border collaboration among industry professionals. Attendees can also look forward to live demonstrations, skills competitions, and an expanded conference programme, including the Emergency Services Leaders’ Summit, showcasing the latest advancements and fostering engagement across the entire emergency services ecosystem.
Tristan Norman, Group Managing Director, Nineteen APAC, commented: “This partnership with the College of Emergency Physicians represents a significant step in advancing the emergency services ecosystem across Asia and beyond. By co-locating with EMS Asia, we are not only uniting the full spectrum of emergency response professionals, but also creating a platform where high-quality content, thought leadership, and community engagement converge. This collaboration enables meaningful knowledge sharing, fosters innovation, and strengthens cross-border networks, ensuring that both events deliver lasting value to the entire emergency services community.”
A/Prof Ng Yih Yng, Chair, Section of Emergency Medical Services Physicians, College of Emergency Medicine Physicians adds, "This year, AAEMS is pleased to host the 8th edition of EMS Asia alongside the inaugural The Emergency Services Show Asia in partnership with Nineteen APAC. The co-location of the events offers delegates a robust scientific programme and the opportunity to share new innovations and practical know-how across the wider EMS and emergency response ecosystem. By bringing together diverse perspectives and experiences, this collaboration delivers real value to emergency response teams, strengthening skills, knowledge, and networks that are vital for effective prehospital and emergency care."