Hong Kong-based Asia Pioneer Entertainment (APE) has applied for supplier licences in the UAE, Singapore and Japan as it pushes to diversify beyond Macau. The company expects a decision on its UAE application in the second half of 2026, which would allow it to supply electronic gaming equipment to casinos opening in the Emirates.
APE is working with manufacturing partners on licensing requirements in Singapore and has submitted an application in Japan ahead of the country's integrated resort launches. Beyond its core electronic gaming equipment business, the company plans to expand into distribution of casino and gaming floor management systems.
The overseas push comes as APE remains heavily reliant on Macau, which generated HK$33.34 million ($4.27 million) of total first-half revenue of HK$33.94 million ($4.35 million). Revenue for the six months ended 30 June rose 47.3% year-on-year, while profit and comprehensive income climbed to HK$2.3 million ($295,000) from HK$24,959 ($3,200).
Technical sales and distribution of electronic gaming equipment drove growth, with segment revenue up 56.2% to HK$30.1 million ($3.86 million). APE expects continued new and replacement orders from Macau casino operators to support second-half results.
