The UK Food & Drink Shows return this April full of innovation , inspiration and expertise
Cloud migration , the future of warehousing and the latest trends in packaging are just a few of the topics in the spotlight at this year ’ s Foodex Manufacturing Solutions show .
Taking place at the NEC Birmingham from Monday 7 to Wednesday 9 April , Foodex Manufacturing Solutions is the UK ’ s leading trade show for the food and drink processing , packaging and logistics industries .
The event is part of the UK Food & Drink Shows that brings together four shows under one roof , enabling businesses from across the grocery , hospitality , specialist retail and manufacturing sectors to network , see the latest innovations and gain invaluable insights .
The shows taking place alongside Foodex Manufacturing Solutions are :
• Food & Drink Expo , which provides buyers from retail , hospitality , wholesale , foodservice and manufacturing with information and product sourcing opportunities .
• Farm Shop & Deli Show , which brings together hundreds of suppliers to showcase the best of local and speciality produce to retailers and buyers .
• National Convenience Show , which provides a platform for the convenience retailing sector to come together , from suppliers and wholesalers through to retailers .
• With around 1,500 businesses exhibiting across the four shows , visitors will have the chance to sample the latest food and drink creations and examine business solutions including services and equipment .
One focus for 2025 is the women shaping the food and drink industry , with individual discussion panels featuring female leaders in hospitality , convenience , manufacturing and grocery . Panellists scheduled to appear on the Women in Manufacturing session include Donna Fordyce , chief Executive of Seafood Scotland ; Ramona Hazan , founder of houmous and falafel brand Ramona ’ s ; and Francesca White , managing director of Porky Whites .
A separate panel will look at the Future of Manufacturing , with the challenges and opportunities faced by food suppliers due to be discussed by Fran Ball , VP for UK production at Arla Foods , and Nigel Paine , supply chain director at Britvic .
New themed areas are being introduced this year , including the Packaging Zone , the Future Food Zone , the Coffee Zone and the Business Advice Hub , which will provide access to free business advice and services .
And , to ensure visitors make the most of their visit , an online digital event companion will offer an event guide , interactive floorplan , indoor navigation and real-time notifications .
To find out more and register for free tickets visit foodex . co . uk
AT A GLANCE : UK Food & Drink Shows Comprising : Food & Drink Expo , Farm Shop & Deli Show , National Convenience Show , Foodex Manufacturing Solutions
Monday 7 to Wednesday 9 April 2025 , NEC Birmingham
www . ukfoodanddrinkshows . co . uk
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