International FoodTec Forum

22 February 2027 | Congress Centre East Cologne

The new industry get-together for the global FoodTec network.
The International FoodTec Forum is making its debut! On the day before Anuga FoodTec in Cologne, this new platform brings together leading figures in food and beverage production.

Use the forum as the perfect start to your trade show visit: Gain exclusive insights into current trends among end consumers, market expectations, and the most pressing political and social challenges facing our sector—presented by high-profile international speakers from industry, poolitics and research.

What can you expect?

  • Keynote & Expertise: Top-class speakers from trade and industry
  • Consumer Insights: Consumer Trends, Customer Behavior & Recommendations for Action
  • Market overview: International retail ranking, legal basis
  • Status Quo: Political and Social Classification of the Sector

Why participate?

  • Included season ticket for Anuga FoodTec 2027
  • Big picture: Overarching insights into the industry
  • Learnings: Recommendations for action for strategic decisions
  • Networking: Exchange in an exclusive circle among industry colleagues

For whom is the event worthwhile?

For all managers and those responsible in F&B production along the value chain, including their suppliers and service providers.

About theInternational FoodTec Forum

Focus topics on stage

FOCUS I: POLITICS, REGULATIONS & SOCIETY

To kick off the day, the presentations will focus on consumer behavior and the political, social and legal framework conditions for the food industry.

FOCUS II: AI & AUTOMATION

Where is the implementation of artificial intelligence actually working in the F&B sector, and how is this new technology being approached holistically? The second focus topic addresses these questions.

FOCUS III: TRENDS AND CHANCES

Here you can find out about POS performance in the food retail, as well as the potential of global consumer trends and tomorrow’s customer favorites.

FOCUS IV: SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

Regulations, reporting requirements and packaging guidelines shape the way we manufacture our products. In this feature, we discuss best practices for sustainable business.