Fi Europe 2026

Date: November 17–19, 2026
Location: Frankfurt am Main, Germany (Messe Frankfurt)
Exhibitors: over 1,500 exhibiting companies
Visitors: over 25,000 professionals from 135+ countries

Specialization and uniqueness: a leading global platform in the field of food ingredients and beverage production. Fi Europe is a key event shaping the future of food technologies, showcasing innovative solutions — from natural colorants and flavorings to functional ingredients and sugar substitutes. For over 30 years, the exhibition has served as a primary meeting point for food product developers (R&D), technologists, and procurement specialists, connecting raw material suppliers with global FMCG manufacturers.

The exhibition’s thematic structure covers all stages of food product development. Food Ingredients (Fi) focuses on innovative raw materials and additives, while the parallel Health Ingredients (Hi) Europe showcases ingredients for healthy and functional nutrition, vitamins, and nutraceuticals. Specialized zones such as the Plant-based Zone highlight the growth of alternative protein markets, while the Organic Zone brings together suppliers of certified organic products. A dedicated Innovation Hub serves as the epicenter for startups and the presentation of scientific research results, and the prestigious Fi Innovation Awards annually recognize breakthrough technologies.

The main feature of Fi Europe is its high concentration of a professional audience and its strong focus on scientific and technological progress. More than 80% of visitors have purchasing decision-making authority, making the event highly effective for establishing long-term contracts. The program includes Content Hubs and a large-scale conference, where leading global experts discuss sustainability, supply chain transparency, and new regulatory requirements in the food industry.

For a food ingredients manufacturer, participation in Fi Europe is the shortest path to integration into global supply chains. Through targeted services such as Matchmaking and buyer tours, exhibitors gain direct access to key decision-makers from the world’s largest corporations. It is a space where innovative developments are transformed into large-scale commercial projects, enabling companies to find not just a customer, but a partner for creating the products of the future. Here, success is defined not by the number of contacts, but by real commercial outcomes and signed contracts.