About the Show
With a history spanning more than 50 years, FoodPro has cemented itself as the essential meeting ground for food and beverage professionals across Australasia. The show has long celebrated the contribution of Australian producers, distributors, and manufacturers while driving the advancement of the country’s most important manufacturing sector. Its legacy lies in being the trusted marketplace where innovation meets practicality, creating opportunities for businesses to source solutions that enhance productivity, safety, and sustainability.
The 2026 edition promises to build on this foundation with a showcase of cutting-edge global and local technologies designed to futureproof the industry. Attendees can look forward to dedicated education stages, exclusive insights from the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) Conference and expanded opportunities to explore sustainability-driven packaging and processing. From discovering world-class suppliers to connecting with industry peers, FoodPro 2026 is set to once again be the place where the brightest minds in food manufacturing come together to shape the future.
Key Features of the Show
Food Science & Technology
Discover the latest breakthroughs in food safety, testing, and product development from leading researchers and innovators. This zone highlights how science and technology are transforming the way we produce, preserve, and deliver food, ensuring quality and compliance across the value chain.
Ingredients & Additives
From functional ingredients to flavour enhancers, this zone is a hub for sourcing the building blocks of tomorrow’s food and beverages. Attendees can explore the latest trends in natural, clean-label, and specialty additives designed to meet evolving consumer demands.
Processing & Packaging
Showcasing cutting-edge machinery and smart packaging solutions, this area is the beating heart of FoodPro. It’s where manufacturers can find technologies that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and meet sustainability targets while keeping products safe and market-ready.
Packaging Materials
This zone shines a spotlight on sustainable and innovative packaging options. Visitors can compare new materials and formats that balance performance with eco-friendly design, aligning with industry moves toward circular economy goals.
Beverage Equipment
Dedicated to one of Australia’s fastest-growing categories, this feature area presents everything from brewing and bottling equipment to advanced dispensing systems. It’s an essential stop for producers aiming to refine processes, boost capacity, and meet consumer demand.
Intelligent & Digital Factories
Industry 4.0 comes alive here with smart sensors, robotics, automation, and AI-powered systems built for modern food manufacturing. This space highlights how digital innovation drives greater efficiency, real-time monitoring, and streamlined operations across plants.
Factory Infrastructure, Logistics & Handling
Covering everything from cold storage to material handling, this area delivers the solutions that keep factories running smoothly. It’s where attendees can explore infrastructure, logistics, and supply chain advancements that reduce downtime and optimise workflows.
Government & Business Solutions
More than just technology, FoodPro 2026 also connects visitors with government agencies, training providers, and business services. This feature ensures attendees can access the support, compliance tools, and strategic advice they need to grow in a competitive marketplace.
Who Exhibits
- Food and beverage processing equipment manufacturers
- Packaging machinery and sustainable packaging suppliers
- Ingredient and additive producers
- Beverage equipment and technology providers
- Cold chain, logistics, and material handling solution companies
- Automation, robotics, and digital factory technology providers
- Food science, testing, and safety service providers
- Government agencies, regulatory bodies, and industry associations
- Business service providers, including finance, training, and consultancy
Who Attends?
- Food and beverage manufacturers and processors
- Packaging professionals and product developers
- Procurement and supply chain managers
- Engineers, plant managers, and operations specialists
- Quality assurance and compliance officers
- Retailers, distributors, and wholesalers in food and beverage
- R&D, food scientists, and technologists
- Startups and entrepreneurs in food innovation
- Government representatives and policymakers
Why Should You Exhibit?
- Get in Front of the Real Decision-Makers: FoodPro brings the people who sign off on equipment, ingredients, and services for Australia’s largest food and beverage manufacturers. Exhibiting means you’re pitching directly to the buyers who can turn conversations into contracts.
- Turn Innovation Into Impact: This is where companies showcase the tech and solutions that make food manufacturing smarter, safer, and more sustainable. Exhibiting lets you demonstrate your edge in real time to an audience actively hunting for improvements.
- Feed Your Sales Pipeline: Every handshake and demo at FoodPro has the potential to spark a deal. Exhibiting gives you access to thousands of qualified leads, helping you secure contracts that fuel long-term growth.
- Shape the Future of Food: From circular packaging to digital factories, FoodPro is where the industry’s next chapter is being written. Exhibiting puts your brand at the table as trends unfold, positioning you as part of the conversation that defines what’s next.
Key Statistics from the Last Show
- 9,100 Total Visitor Attendance
- 385 Exhibitors
- 65 Average Leads Generated Per Exhibitor
