Vietnam Foodexpo is the largest international exhibition of the Vietnamese food industry held in Ho Chi Minh City. This event is not only a venue for showcasing food and beverages, but also a strategic platform for businesses to expand their global reach. This article provides in-depth information about the exhibition, helping businesses understand the value of the event and find a professional booth construction unit to create a strong impression.
Overview of Foodexpo Vietnam
Foodexpo Vietnam, also known as the Vietnam International Food Industry Exhibition, is a leading B2B event organized by the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade). This is an opportunity for domestic and foreign enterprises to introduce products, from processed foods, beverages, to modern processing technology. Below is important information for businesses to prepare for effective participation.
Time and place of the event
- The event will take place from November 12-15, 2025, lasting 4 days at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), 799 Nguyen Van Linh, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.
- Foodexpo HCMC opens from 9 am to 5 pm, creating conditions for businesses to optimize their meeting schedules with partners.
Scale and participants
Foodexpo Vietnam 2025 is expected to gather 400 exhibitors from Vietnam and more than 20 countries, with 20,000 visitors, including F&B industry experts, importers, distributors, and investors.
The exhibiting industries include processed foods, fruits, poultry, seafood, beverages, functional foods, and processing technologies such as automatic packaging machines. The event also features international organizations such as ITC, which supports small and medium-sized enterprises from developing countries, creating a diverse ecosystem for trade connections.
Featured activities
Foodexpo Vietnam 2025 is not only a place to display but also organizes many valuable activities, such as:
- Specialized workshop: Discuss organic food trends, processing technology, and Halal certification.
- B2B Matchmaking: Over 1,000 meetings arranged for businesses to sign export contracts.
- Food Experience Zone: Where visitors can try new products, from confectionery to drinks.
- Vietnam Foodtech: A companion exhibition introducing advanced processing technology, such as environmentally friendly packaging machines.
Benefits of participating in Foodexpo Vietnam
Participating in Foodexpo Vietnam brings outstanding value to businesses, from expanding markets to improving competitiveness. Below are the specific benefits.
Opportunities to expand the market and connect with partners
Foodexpo Vietnam is an ideal place for businesses to sign export contracts directly with importers from the US, EU, and Japan. The Business Matching program helps match businesses according to specific needs, from raw material supply to production cooperation. For example, at Foodexpo 2024, a Vietnamese company signed a coffee export contract worth 3 million USD in just 2 days. This is a special opportunity for small businesses, helping to save costs in finding international partners.
Introducing new products and technologies
The event allows businesses to launch new products, such as functional foods made from brown rice or sugar-free drinks. The exhibition area with VR tour technology helps products reach a global audience. Businesses also receive direct feedback from customers, thereby adjusting their business strategies. In addition, Foodexpo HCMC is a place to introduce technology such as food quality testing machines, helping to improve production efficiency.
Update global industry trends
Through the workshops, businesses can learn about trends such as green manufacturing, supply chain digitalization, or AI applications in quality control. Experts from JETRO and the EU food association will share their experiences on international standards, helping Vietnamese businesses meet the strict requirements of export markets.
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Instructions for participating and constructing a booth at Foodexpo HCMC
To make the most of Foodexpo Vietnam, businesses need to prepare carefully from registration to booth design.
Registration process to participate in Foodexpo Vietnam 2025
For visitors, the registration process at Foodexpo Vietnam 2025 is very simple and completely free. First, you access the official website at foodexpo.vn, select “Register for a tour” and fill in your personal information, including full name, email, phone number, and company name if you are a business representative. After submitting the form, you will receive a confirmation email with a QR code within 24-48 hours. On the event date from November 12-15, 2025, at SECC, you only need to bring the QR code and your ID to check in quickly, receive a tour pass, and event documents.
For businesses (exhibitors), the registration process requires more careful preparation to rent an exhibition booth. Start by visiting the website, select “Register for a booth” to see the types of booths. Next, fill out the online form with business information, product type, booth size, and attach your business license and quality certification, such as HACCP or ISO 22000. Finally, prepare booth construction (do it yourself or hire a reputable booth construction unit), bring products, and participate fully in activities. Register early to choose a good location and receive incentives.
Choose a reputable booth construction unit
The booth represents the face of every business at the Foodexpo fair, making it essential to choose a reputable exhibit booth contractor. Gia Long has become a trusted name for many enterprises thanks to its extensive experience and exceptional service quality.
With more than 20 years of operation, Gia Long has successfully built hundreds of booths at major international exhibitions such as Foodexpo Vietnam, Vietbaby, Exhibition A80, and many other events at SECC.
In addition, Gia Long also has a modern production workshop in Hanoi, allowing for the optimization of the construction process, reducing time and transportation costs, especially suitable for businesses participating in exhibitions at many locations. The clear working process, from consulting ideas to on-schedule installation, helps businesses focus on displaying and connecting at Foodexpo HCMC.
Conclude
Foodexpo Vietnam 2025 is an unmissable opportunity for Vietnamese food businesses to expand their presence in the international market. With its large scale, diverse activities, and valuable networking opportunities, the event not only helps promote products but also fosters long-term cooperation. To stand out among hundreds of exhibitors, businesses should start preparing early, from registration to choosing a professional and reputable Foodexpo Vietnam booth construction partner who can help create a strong brand impression at the fair.
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