The 2026 edition of CIBUS TEC introduces a new feature – ‘Bakery? Yes, we tec!’, with a large area dedicated to the most innovative technologies in the bakery sector.
The highlighted concept fills a gap in the Italian market, the organizers explain, who aim at connecting bakery technology partners with producers and brands across the food supply chain.
A complete showcase highlighting equipment and technology along the entire chain, from preparation and processing to automation, until packaging and end-of-line solutions.
Among the companies that have already confirmed their participation are: Awema, Cake Concepts, Cepi, Fritsch, GEA, Handtmann, Rheon, Soren, Tanis Food Tec, and Tecnopool.
Cibus Tec 2026 will also host World Pasta Day, a global event promoted by Unione Italiana Food and the International Pasta Organization (IPO); combining content and technology, focusing on key topics such as evolving consumer preferences, new nutritional and sustainability requirements, production efficiency, waste reduction, and packaging innovation.
Increased international participation
CIBUS TEC welcomes 20% more exhibitors this year, with a 30% growth in the total exhibition area. The data for international participation is particularly positive, with a 48% increase and a 38% rise in dedicated exhibition space.
From October 27 to 30, Parma will welcome a new edition of CIBUS TEC at Fiere di Parma. The exhibition is already showing further growth in its key indicators, the organizers announce. In 2023, the show’s previous edition hosted over 1,200 exhibiting companies from 30 countries, and welcomed 40,000 professionals from more than 120 countries.
For the 2026 edition, the Top Buyers Program is further strengthened and consolidated. It is the largest program organized in collaboration with Agenzia ICE – Italian Trade & Investment Agency and with the support of the Emilia-Romagna Region, targeting strategic supply chains and new markets. In 2023, the Top Buyers Program welcomed over 3,000 international top buyers from more than 80 countries.
The show will also feature a similar focus for drinks: ‘Beverage? Yes, we tec!’
Alongside the two formats, Cibus Tec 2026 will represent solutions for the main food supply chains, from the processing of fruit, vegetables, sauces, and condiments, to dairy, meat, and fish, all the way to ready meals, coffee, chocolate, and snacks.
Technological platforms that determine competitiveness will be showcased, including: packaging and end-of-line, intralogistics and traceability, automation and robotics, digitalization and data, hygiene and food safety, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability solutions.
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