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A robust marketplace that delivers competitive edge

Playing host to more than 2,500 exhibitors from 40 countries and regions,
THAIFEX-World of Food Asia 2018 will house its largest congregation of
international and local exhibitors in a space that is 14 per cent bigger than last
year. It will showcase 11 masterfully crafted trade shows across all 11 mega
halls - an increase from 9 halls previously - at the IMPACT Exhibition and
Convention Center. Visitors can expect an unparalleled exhibition across Fine
Food, Meat, Food Serivce, Food Technology, Coffee & Tea, Drinks, Sweets &
Confectionery, Frozen Food, Seafood, Rice, and Fruits & Vegetables.

“THAIFEX-World of Food Asia has been a mainstay in our business calendars
since its inception, because of the vital role it plays in growing and supporting
our growth in the region,” said Vittavat Tantivess, Executive Vice President,
Marketing, Charoen Pokphand Foods PCL. “We’re excited to be part of the
refreshed edition, and believe that it will fully support our objectives to meet
valuable buyers and cement our footprint in the the industry.”

This year’s event also welcomes Argentina as the official partner country, and
more than 40 country and provincial pavilions, including new exhibitor groups
from Belgium and Sicily, Italy.

“Argentina is honored to be the partner country for THAIFEX-World of Food
Asia 2018. This is an important food trade show for us to penetrate the
Southeast Asia market, one of the most dynamic trading regions globally. As a
leading food producer and exporter, we look forward to contributing with our
innovative and high quality solutions that adhere to the most stringent sanitary
and environmental standards to Asian consumers. We are excited to be
participating in the trade show for the first time, and look forward to
strengthening and generating new commercial bonds,” said Ch. E. Juan José
Ciácera, General Secretary of the Federal Council of Investments (CFI).

Knowledge and information exchange takes centerstage
Continuing the positive partnership, Innova Market Insights returns as the
official knowledge partner to THAIFEX-World of Food Asia.

Making a debut this year is the ‘THAIFEXtaste Innovation Show’, where in-
depth analysis on the opportunities and challenges driving the F&B landscape
will be showcased alongside top consumer trends around packaging,
technology and flavours that are taking product development forward in 2018.

Following the successful launch of the Top 50 Innovative Products last year, the
segment will also return for exhibitors to submit entries on their innovative
products or technologies. These submissions will be reviewed by a panel of
media partners, Innova Market Insights, and the organizing committee.
Innovative products crowned last year included gluten-free beer, quinoa
nuggets, and rice oil spray.