ExpoFoodTech 2026 returns as one of the most relevant events for the global food industry, bringing together from 27 to 28 May in Bilbao (Spain) professionals, companies, manufacturers, technology providers and innovation ecosystem stakeholders. The trade fair addresses today’s challenges and tomorrow’s solutions in the food sector, including digital transformation, sustainability, automation, packaging and the circular economy.
Scope: International — open to companies and projects from any country, with a focus on solutions applicable across the entire food value chain.
What is ExpoFoodTech?
ExpoFoodTech is a specialised platform for innovation, technology and trends in the food and beverage industry. The event combines an exhibition area featuring providers of technological solutions, machinery, ingredients and services, alongside a conference and workshop programme covering the latest advances in processes, digitalisation, sustainability, automation, packaging and operations management.
At a time when the food industry is undergoing rapid transformation, ExpoFoodTech positions itself as a key forum to analyse challenges, share success stories and foster connections between companies and strategic stakeholders.
Key sectors and themes
The call and participation in ExpoFoodTech cover a broad range of strategic areas for the food and related industries:
- Industrial processes and automation
- Digital transformation and data analytics
- Sustainability and environmental impact reduction
- Production and packaging technologies
- Circular economy solutions for food and packaging
- Ingredient and formulation innovation
- Logistics and operational efficiency
These themes reflect the industry’s need to integrate solutions that not only enhance efficiency and competitiveness but also respond to growing sustainability expectations from consumers and regulators.
Who can participate?
ExpoFoodTech is open to:
- Food technology manufacturers and suppliers
- Machinery and automation companies
- Sustainability and packaging solution providers
- Food-tech start-ups and scale-ups
- Researchers, consultants and industry professionals
The event welcomes both established companies and emerging projects seeking to showcase innovative solutions, build commercial partnerships and explore new business opportunities within a highly professional environment.
What does ExpoFoodTech 2026 offer?
Participating in ExpoFoodTech provides multiple opportunities:
- Visibility among decision-makers and purchasing managers in the sector
- Direct access to commercial contacts and potential clients
- Presentation of solutions within a specialised exhibition space
- Attendance at conferences featuring high-value strategic content
- Networking with global stakeholders from the food industry
The combination of commercial exhibition and technical content makes ExpoFoodTech an effective platform to position disruptive solutions, connect with major companies and identify key trends shaping the future of the sector.
How to participate and practical information
Registration as a visitor or exhibitor can be arranged directly via the official event website, where full details on dates, venue, registration and participation options are available.
ExpoFoodTech 2026 reaffirms its role as a global meeting point for those seeking to drive innovation and sustainability in the food industry, with a focus on practical solutions in processes, technology, sustainability and packaging.
Source: https://www.expofoodtech.com/