Fi Europe 2026, taking place 17–19 November 2026 at Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany, is the world’s leading international trade exhibition dedicated to food and beverage ingredients. Renowned as the most influential global meeting point for the food ingredients industry, Fi Europe brings together innovators, decision-makers, scientists, manufacturers, and suppliers to drive the future of food through innovation, science, and collaboration.
Established more than three decades ago, Fi Europe has evolved into a prestigious, high-impact platform that connects the entire food and beverage value chain. The event serves as a catalyst for product development, market expansion, and strategic partnerships, enabling businesses to stay ahead of rapidly changing consumer demands, regulatory landscapes, and technological advancements.
Fi Europe 2026 is expected to welcome tens of thousands of industry professionals from over 135 countries, making it one of the most internationally diverse and commercially significant events in the sector. Attendees include R&D specialists, product developers, procurement managers, brand owners, food technologists, regulatory experts, and C-level executives, all seeking high-quality ingredients, cutting-edge solutions, and valuable business connections.
At the heart of the event is a vast exhibition floor showcasing hundreds of global exhibitors presenting thousands of ingredients and solutions. These span functional and specialty ingredients, natural and plant-based components, clean-label and health-focused solutions, nutraceuticals, food technology innovations, processing aids, and emerging sectors such as alternative proteins and sustainable ingredients.
Beyond the exhibition, Fi Europe 2026 features a comprehensive program of conferences, technical seminars, and expert-led sessions delivering in-depth insights into consumer and market trends, nutritional science, regulatory developments, sustainability strategies, and technological advancements. Dedicated innovation and trend zones further enhance the experience by spotlighting breakthrough ingredients, start-ups, and future-focused concepts shaping the next generation of food and beverage products.
Networking is a core pillar of Fi Europe. Through structured matchmaking programs, business meetings, and informal networking opportunities, the event enables meaningful connections between buyers, suppliers, innovators, and investors. With a strong presence of senior decision-makers, Fi Europe is recognized as a highly effective environment for building partnerships, generating leads, and closing commercial deals.
Fi Europe 2026 stands out not only for its scale, but for its influence. It is where industry trends are defined, innovations are launched, and strategic conversations shape the future of the global food and beverage ingredients market.
Key Highlights of Fi Europe 2026
- Global Industry Hub: The world’s premier meeting place for the food and beverage ingredients community, attracting professionals from over 135 countries
- Extensive International Exhibition: Hundreds of exhibitors showcasing thousands of ingredients, formulations, and technology solutions across all food and beverage categories
- Innovation & Trend Zones: Curated spaces highlighting breakthrough ingredients, start-ups, and emerging trends such as plant-based, clean-label, health & wellness, and sustainability
- Expert-Led Conferences & Seminars: Insightful sessions covering nutrition science, consumer trends, regulatory updates, sustainability, and food technology advancements
- High-Level Networking Opportunities: Structured matchmaking and business meetings connecting suppliers with buyers, brand owners, and decision-makers
- Strong Decision-Maker Presence: A high concentration of senior executives and purchasing authorities, ensuring meaningful commercial outcomes
- Launchpad for New Products: A trusted platform for unveiling new ingredients, solutions, and technologies to a global audience
- Strategic Business Growth: Supports market expansion, partnership development, and brand visibility across international markets
- Future-Focused Content: Addresses the most critical challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the global food industry
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