SIAL Paris 2026 Food & Beverage Expo
Fairground: Parc des Expositions de Villepinte
Organizer: Comexposium
About SIAL Paris 2026 International Food Trade Exhibition
SIAL Paris is one of the world’s leading international food and beverage trade exhibitions, held biennially in Paris, France. Organized by Comexposium, the event brings together global food manufacturers, private label producers, horeca suppliers, distributors, retailers, importers, exporters, and food-tech companies under a single international business platform.
Recognized as a strategic meeting point for the global food supply chain, SIAL Paris showcases thousands of innovative products and commercial solutions covering food production, beverage technologies, sustainable packaging systems, logistics services, food processing technologies, and retail-oriented FMCG solutions. The exhibition attracts professional buyers and decision-makers from Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Americas.
SIAL Paris is not only a product exhibition but also a global trend and innovation hub for the international food industry. Topics such as sustainable food production, alternative proteins, plant-based nutrition, clean label products, digital food technologies, smart packaging systems, and traceable supply chain management are among the most important themes highlighted throughout the event.
The exhibition provides a high-value B2B environment where companies can establish new distributor partnerships, expand export networks, analyze international consumer trends, and strengthen their global brand visibility. Food industry professionals attending SIAL Paris gain direct access to emerging market opportunities and international purchasing networks.
In addition to the exhibition area, SIAL Paris hosts conferences, innovation showcases, startup presentations, culinary demonstrations, tasting events, and sector-focused networking programs. These activities allow participants to closely follow evolving consumer demands, food regulations, sustainability policies, and technological advancements shaping the future of the industry.
For food manufacturers, horeca suppliers, retail buyers, food-tech startups, and international investors, SIAL Paris remains one of the most influential B2B food trade events in the world. The exhibition continues to serve as a gateway for discovering innovative products, building international business relationships, and exploring the future direction of the global food ecosystem.
Why Is SIAL Paris Strategically Important for International Food Trade?
SIAL Paris is not only an exhibition where new products are showcased; it is also a strategic trade platform where the global food supply chain, private label manufacturing, horeca purchasing processes, and international distributor networks are shaped. Manufacturers, importers, and retail professionals from Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and North America come together at the exhibition to establish new business partnerships and analyze global consumer trends.
In particular, food-tech solutions, sustainable packaging systems, functional food categories, and premium FMCG brands are among the key segments strengthening SIAL Paris’ international trade volume. The wide product diversity ranging from organic products to plant-based alternatives further increases the exhibition’s influence within the global food industry every year.
SIAL Paris is recognized as one of the world’s largest food innovation events shaping the future of global food trade.- Food innovation and new product launches
- International purchasing and distributor networks
- Private label and horeca solutions
- Sustainable packaging technologies.
Why Is SIAL Paris Important for Global Food Professionals?
SIAL Paris is an international business development platform that creates high-volume commercial connections for manufacturers, importers, exporters, supermarket buyers, horeca managers, food-tech startups, and investors. Through professional meetings held during the exhibition, brands gain opportunities to enter new markets, find distributors, and become part of global purchasing networks.
Organized at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition center, the event brings together multiple sub-sectors including functional food, frozen food, delicatessen, bakery, dairy products, organic food, and beverage technologies under one roof. Important industry trends regarding European Union food regulations, sustainable production policies, and consumer behavior can also be directly observed during the exhibition.
- International purchasing delegations
- Global retail and horeca connections
- Food-tech and startup ecosystem
- Export-oriented B2B business opportunities
Food Trends and Technologies Highlighted at SIAL Paris
SIAL Paris is not only an event where current products are displayed; it is also a strategic trend hub where the future food ecosystem takes shape. Sustainable food production, alternative protein solutions, plant-based products, clean label approaches, and smart food processing technologies stand out prominently during the exhibition.
As global consumer habits continue to evolve, manufacturers are investing more heavily in areas such as carbon management, traceable supply chains, sustainable logistics operations, and digital food safety infrastructures. Therefore, companies developing integrated solutions with the packaging industry, logistics sector, and technology ecosystem achieve significant visibility at SIAL Paris.
For FMCG brands, private label manufacturers, and premium food exporters, SIAL Paris offers strategic commercial advantages for accessing European and global markets.
- Plant-based and functional product trends
- Smart packaging and food-tech solutions
- Global retail and FMCG connections
- Export and private label opportunities
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SIAL Paris is one of the world’s most important B2B events for manufacturers, buyers, and food-tech professionals shaping the future of global food trade.
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SIAL PARIS 2018
- 310,000 visitors from 194 countries attended the event.
- The exhibition covered an area of 140,000 square meters in 2018.
- 73% of visitors traveled to France from abroad.
- According to surveys, 89% of attendees left highly satisfied.
- 92% of participants planned to visit again.
- In 2018, 7,200 exhibitors from 119 countries opened stands, with 87% coming from abroad.
- 92% of exhibitors expressed their intention to participate again.
- A total of 311 companies and industry associations from Türkiye, ranging from major corporations to developing businesses, attended the fair.
- Turkish companies occupied 8,000 square meters across 7 different halls.
SIAL Paris 2020
- SIAL Paris 2020 was not held in a physical exhibition format due to the global COVID-19 pandemic.
- The event originally scheduled for 2020 was postponed because of international travel restrictions and health safety measures.
- The biennial structure of the exhibition was interrupted during the pandemic, with the next major physical edition taking place in 2022.
- This period became a transition phase for the food industry, highlighting digital promotion, online B2B meetings, and alternative commercial networking models.
- The cancellation of SIAL Paris 2020 contributed to stronger international exhibitor and visitor interest for the 2022 edition.
SIAL Paris 2022 Statistics
- 265,000 visitors from 127 countries attended SIAL Paris 2022. The event was held across 140,000 square meters.
- 65% of visitors came from abroad. According to surveys, 89% of attendees were highly satisfied with the exhibition.
- 92% of participants planned to revisit and participate again.
- 7,200 exhibiting companies from 127 countries participated, with 90% coming from outside France.
- 296 companies and industry associations from Türkiye attended the exhibition.
- Turkish companies utilized a total of 8,000 square meters across 7 separate halls.
- These figures reflected post-pandemic market conditions when compared with the 2018 edition.
SIAL Paris 2024 Statistics
- 7,500 exhibiting companies showcased their products.
- More than 400,000 products were presented.
- 285,000 industry professionals visited the exhibition.
- 78.5% international visitor ratio.
- Participation from 205 countries.
- More than 110 official delegations attended.
- 650 startups introduced innovative solutions.
- An average of 200 new business connections were established per company.
- More than 8,000 major buyers conducted business meetings.
- Total purchasing power exceeded €50 billion.
- 83% of buyers signed agreements during or after the exhibition.
Expectations for SIAL Paris 2026
- 7,800+ exhibiting companies.
- 415,000+ showcased products.
- 295,000+ professional industry visitors.
- 79% international visitor ratio.
- 208+ represented countries.
- 115+ official delegations.
- 700+ startups presenting innovative solutions.
- Average of 210+ new business connections per company.
- Business meetings with more than 8,500 major buyers.
- Total purchasing power expected to exceed €55 billion.
- 84% of buyers are expected to sign agreements during or after the exhibition.
| Exhibition Name | SIAL Paris |
| Dates | 17-21 October 2026 |
| Country | France |
| City | Paris |
| Venue | Parc des Expositions de Villepinte |
| Venue Address | ZAC Paris Nord 2, 93420 Villepinte |
| Exhibition Website | www.sialparis.com |
| E-mail of Exhibition | visit@sialparis.com exhibit@sialparis.com |
| Organizer | Comexposium |
| E-mail of Organizer | dcom@comexposium.com |
| Sectors | Food and Beverage |
| Product Groups | Food, Delicatessen Products, Beverages, Milk and Dairy Products, Frozen Foods, Pastries, Meat and Meat Products, Fruits and Vegetables, Confectionery, Juices, Water Products, Catering, Food Technology, Bakery Equipment, Olive and Olive Oil, Pulses, Spices, Natural and Organic Products, Food Additives and Auxiliary Products, Nuts, Canned Foods, Ready-to-Eat and Soup Products, Deli Sauces, Dried Fruits and Vegetables, Vegetable Oils, Ice Cream, Raw materials and Ingredients for Frozen Products, Raw materials and Ingredients for Meat, Meat Substitutes, Eggs and Egg Products, Breads, Bakery, Gluten-Free Products, Dietary Products, Functional Foods |
| Number of Exhibitors at the Last Exhibition | 7,200 + |
| Number of Visitors at the Last Exhibition | 310,000 + |
| Frequency | Every Two Years |
| Ticket Prices | Not Known Yet |
| Distance of Venue from the City | 28,5 km |
| Exhibition in Social Media | Facebook X YouTube |
| Sectoral Associations and Chambers of Commerce | IFBA (International Food & Beverage Association), IUFoST (The International Union of Food Science and Technology), IFFI (Ingredients For Food Innovators), WFC (World Food Council) |
| Sectoral Journals | Food Technology – IFT, Dairy Foods Magazine, Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, Food Quality and Safety Magazine |
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SIAL Paris - FAQ
Below you can find frequently asked questions and answers about the SIAL Paris Exhibition.
The list of exhibitors for SIAL Paris 2026 has not been announced yet. Please click here to access the recently announced 2022 exhibitor list of SIAL Paris, France’s leading food and beverage exhibition.
SIAL Paris, will be held between October 17-21,2026.
The show will take place at the Parc des Expositions de Villepinte.
You can easily and quickly reach the fairground by plane, train, shuttle, car, taxi or public transportation. DixiFuar offers special fair transfers for exhibitors and visitors from some hotels.
You can reach the exhibition venue on foot from Roissy-en-france, ibis Styles Parc des Expositions de Villepinte, KYRIAD ROISSY VILLEPINTE - Parc des Expos, ibis Villepinte Parc Expos.
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