THE WORLD’S BIGGEST F&B SOURCING AND INNOVATION SHOW
TWO MEGA VENUES. ONE GLOBAL PLATFORM.
For the first time ever, Gulfood unfolded across two mega venues - Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai - reshaping the scale and scope of global F&B sourcing.
The landmark edition brought together the full spectrum of the F&B trade, driving commercial growth, forging global connections, platforming game-changing innovation and accelerating global trade momentum.
8,500+ EXHIBITORS│195 COUNTRIES│1.5M+ PRODUCTS
Gulfood 2026 was a defining edition, with more exhibitors, more sectors, new national entries and the most international mix in the show’s history.
The introduction of new sectors, including Gulfood Fresh, Gulfood Startups, Gulfood Logistics and Grocery Trade, signalled the beginning of a bold new chapter and reiterated Gulfood’s role as a cornerstone in F&B sourcing, innovation and industry collaboration.
EXPANDED SECTORS & MEGA GLOBAL TRADE DEALS.
Across a high-velocity trade floor, Gulfood 2026 delivered outcomes at scale. Strategic deals and MoUs worth billions of dirhams were signed, new product portfolios and technologies were unveiled, and long-term global partnerships were set in motion.
With participants from 195 countries, the edition reinforced Gulfood’s position as a critical meeting point for decision-makers shaping supply chains and cross-border trade for decades to come.
EXPLORE DUBAI WORLD TRADE CENTRE EXPLORE DUBAI EXHIBITION CENTRE
AI, AUTOMATION & SMART LOGISTICS TRANSFORMING F&B
Gulfood 2026 revealed a new era of intelligent food sourcing through the launch of future-focused sectors. AI-driven systems, automation and blockchain-enabled logistics took centre stage as Gulfood Logistics united global leaders across cold chain, freight and supply chain innovation. Gulfood Startups provided early access to emerging disruptors, driving the next phase of F&B and agri-tech solutions.
UNSTOPPABLE GROWTH YEAR AFTER YEAR - OUR BIGGEST EDITION YET
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NEW SECTORS. NEW TRADE PATHWAYS.
BE THE FIRST TO DISCOVER THE NEXT BIG THING IN FOOD
From AI-powered operations to biotech breakthroughs to food science innovations, this is where the food ecosystem of tomorrow took shape.
The sector brought early-stage disruptors into direct conversation with global buyers, investors and industry leaders.
New unveilings included Atom, which chose Gulfood to launch ATOM Robotic Café because it’s the ideal launchpad for future-ready FoodTech innovations. ANT Systems officially launched Nanotern™️, its globally patented, biodegradable and microplastic-free sub-soil water reservoir technology.
POWERING GLOBAL FOOD TRADE WITH SMART LOGISTICS
Gulfood Logistics delivered the most comprehensive showcase of next-generation infrastructure, cold chain systems and digital trade solutions.
By bringing together logistics leaders, technology providers and trade enablers, the sector redefined how food is sourced, moved and scaled across international markets.
Companies like Maersk engaged with partners across IMEA and Europe to strengthen supply chains from farm to fork, while Emirati business Global Shipping and Logistics saw the sector as an opportunity to meet decision-makers face-to-face, explore new markets and stay ahead of industry trends.
DIRECT ACCESS TO INDUSTRY RETAIL GIANTS
Connect with the heart of global food commerce at Grocery Trade, where essential staples, pantry goods & high-demand products take centre stage. This sector brings together importers, exporters, wholesalers & distributors, offering a dynamic platform to source, negotiate and grow trade network
📍Expo City Dubai
PREMIUM PRODUCE & ADVANCED HANDLING SOLUTIONS
Step into the largest curated marketplace for fresh produce, where growers, suppliers and buyers come togethers like never before to meet the world's largest demand.
📍Expo City Dubai
UNITING THE BIGGEST NAMES IN THE FOOD UNIVERSE
POWERED BY STRATEGIC GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ALLIANCES
A NEW, FOCUSSED WAY TO DO SERIOUS BUSINESS AT GULFOOD
At the Big Deal Hub, curated buyer–supplier meetings moved rapidly from introductions to negotiations, connecting senior buyers with major distributors, retailers and foodservice operators, accelerating high-value deals.
"The Big Deal Hub is the most interesting part of the event, as its format is truly unique. It gives us direct access to a broad mix of suppliers aligned to our regional trading requirements.”
- Sergio Paz, CEO, Latino Trading Imports
- Sergio Paz, CEO, Latino Trading Imports
"The Big Deal Hub has been especially valuable, allowing me to meet brands that do not have their own booths and also connect with suppliers and industry peers."
- Awad Ahmed, Executive Chairman, Vendorr
"We appreciate the Big Deal Hub, which gives buyers a place to pause between meetings and hold more strategic conversations with partners — it is a thoughtful and welcome addition to the show."
- Lyne Jette, Senior Vice President, National Procurement, Metro INC
MEET THE WINNERS OF WORLD AGRI-FOODTECH STARTUP CHALLENGE
The inaugural edition of the World Agri-FoodTech Startup Challenge presented transformative food-tech, AI innovations, next-gen ingredients and sophisticated food solutions. Visionary startups competed for a share of the USD 135,000 prize pool.
1st place: GO VISUALLY
2nd place: FISHMONGERS
3rd place: BLYNK
DRIVING GLOBAL
PROSPERITY AND PROGRESS
The inaugural Gulfood World Economy Summit saw global CEOs, ministers, policymakers and industry doyens lead conversations around food security, trade diplomacy and economic resilience.
High-level discussions explored food security, trade diplomacy and economic resilience, positioning the summit as a strategic forum where global policy and commercial realities converged.
Wasantha Samarasinghe
Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security, and Cooperative Development
Government of Sri Lanka
United Arab Emirates
Shri Abhishek Dev
Chairman
Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
India
DECODING THE NEXT ERA OF FOOD INNOVATION
Gulfood 2026’s platform for innovation, digital disruption and next-generation leadership witnessed founders, investors and industry pioneers share the technologies, business models and ideas that will drive the next phase of growth across the global food ecosystem.
Topics at Future Food500 ranged from AI in food supply chains and smart agri-food systems to global agri-foodtech trends to translating food foresight and policy into scalable action.
Dato’ (Dr) Fouad Hayel Saeed Anam
Chairman & Group CEO
Pacific Inter-Link Sdn Bhd (PIL), MY
Malaysia
Bertrand Favre
Vice President and Managing Director UAE, Oman and Qatar
Arla Foods, AE
United Arab Emirates
Nazli Berberoglu
Country Manager – UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar
The Coca-Cola Company, AE
United Arab Emirates
Mohamed Althaf
Group Director, Global Operations & CSO
Lulu Group International, AE
United Arab Emirates
Athar Hussain Khokhar
Director General Agri Division
Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), PK
Pakistan
EMERGING TODAY. DEFINING THE INDUSTRY OF TOMORROW.
From frontier science to deployable technologies, Gulfood NXT Stage became a focal point for the next wave of FoodTech. Agritech, food systems, and retail technology were discussed from breakthrough ideas to market impact.
Simon Hugh Miller
Regulatory Specialist
Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council
United Arab Emirates
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INTRODUCING WINNERS OF GULFOOD INNOVATION AWARDS 2026
BORN IN DUBAI, PRESENTED WORLDWIDE.
In a high-octave live culinary showcase, Michelin-starred chefs from around the globe brought together technical mastery, bold creativity and compelling storytelling. Dubai World Cuisine reinforced Dubai’s position as a gastronomic powerhouse.
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EVERY F&B SECTOR, 100% COVERED
Discovery Tours offered a focused way to navigate the scale of Gulfood. Expert-led routes cut directly through the show floor, guiding buyers to suppliers, innovations and products ready for specification, compliance and commercial scale.
THE WORLD’S FOOD STORY
STARTS HERE
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