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Get your free copyOver 7,000 exhibitors from over 104 different countries and 160,000 industry professionals are expected to attend SIAL Paris, alongside top French and international agri-food leaders. There will be 21 product sectors exhibiting including meat, dairy products, organic food, beverages, wine and spirits, deli items and more.
New to the 2016 event is a Gluten-Free Zone, a demonstration of how food markets are adapting to consumer’s dietary preferences and habits. There will also be a strong focus on the organic and fresh produce sectors and beverage market, especially beers and hot drinks.
The theme for this year’s event is to ‘look deeper’, to understand the opportunities and demands in today’s constantly-changing global market.
SIAL Paris has also announced the most celebrated Michelin-starred chef in the world, Joël Robuchon as the event’s patron. He will be part of both the SIAL Innovations Awards committee and will also be selecting his favourite products amongst the exhibitors attending.
Nicolas Trentesaux, SIAL network director said, “All eyes will be focused on Paris in October. The food industry is one of the most dynamic industries in most G20 countries. By discovering new trends and business opportunities, participants will find the tools they need to achieve their objectives. SIAL Paris is a platform for stakeholders to test new markets, launch new products and meet today’s main players to discuses the challenges of the future. Over 2,500 new products will be presented at the SIAL Innovation feature this year, inspiring the food and beverage industry even more than ever.”