Fi Europe is gearing up for its biggest and best year ever, its organizer anticipates. More than 1,500 exhibitors and a program of expert presentations are a part of the fair taking place from November 19 to 21. Over 25,000 visitors from 135 countries are expected to attend.
All visitor passes also include free access to the Innovation Hub, which will run throughout the show. Free access to the two-day Fi Europe Conference (19-20 November) is included with all visitor passes too. During a variety of expert-led sessions, speakers will focus on solutions for current industry challenges and immediate opportunities for R&D and product development.
The health ingredients area is dedicated to functional F&B ingredients with proven health benefits. The Food Manufacturing Technologies & Solutions Area is expanded this year and promises to be a one-stop destination for those seeking ways to optimize their supply chain, from R&D to delivery. The main show arena will feature exhibitors from across the full F&B ingredients spectrum including, for the first time, a Petfood Suppliers Hub.
Yannick Verry, Brand Director, Food ingredients Europe & Americas, says: “We’re excited to be back in Frankfurt for Fi Europe 2024. The event has been growing and evolving with the needs of the F&B ingredients industry and we’re constantly looking for new ways to offer a bigger and better platform for our exhibitors and visitors to connect. This year we have some great additions alongside our tried and trusted favourites that make the event even more unmissable than before.”
In addition, the Future of Nutrition Summit takes place at the Mövenpick Hotel Frankfurt City on November 19, the day before Fi Europe opens its doors. Attendees can access the summit with a delegate pass. Topics under discussion include future trends and developments in health and nutrition, food as medicine, AI and food and sustainable solutions.
Sustainability will be a key thread running throughout Fi Europe 2024, its organizer highlights. “Our partnership with international civil society organization Solidaridad is part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability,” says Yannick Verry. “Throughout our Fi Europe features and content, we will highlight sustainable sourcing, transparency, regulatory compliance and more.”
The Women’s Networking Breakfast returns this year for additional networking opportunities.
Attendees can plan their visits and book meetings with the Fi Europe event platform, which is now available online. “Visitors and exhibitors can log into the event platform at any time,” says Yannick Verry. “They can browse products and suppliers and use our AI-driven matchmaking tool to connect with potential business partners. We’ve designed it to make planning easier for everyone before the event and we can’t wait for our F&B community to experience Fi Europe in person.”
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