INDIA | Marking a landmark milestone for the global food and beverage ecosystem, Anuga Select India 2026 and the 20th edition of Anuga FoodTec India 2026 concluded successfully at the Bombay Exhibition Centre.
Organised by Koelnmesse, the co-located mega-trade fairs brought together over 1,100 exhibitors from 43 countries and attracted 53,000+ trade visitors, creating a powerful platform for business engagement, sourcing, technology exchange, and international partnerships across food products, ingredients, processing, packaging, automation, digitalisation, and allied technologies.
Supported by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), Government of India, and featuring the European Union (EU) as the Official Partner Region, the three-day event served as an international bridge connecting Indian enterprises with global markets, buyers, and technology pioneers. The event witnessed a grand inauguration in the presence of key national and international dignitaries.
Adding a vibrant culinary dimension to the three-day showcase, celebrity Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi formally inaugurated the Culinary Corner at Anuga Select India 2026, setting the stage for live culinary demonstrations, product showcases, and tasting sessions.
The successful co-location created a comprehensive platform connecting the entire food value chain - from food products, ingredients, and sourcing to processing, packaging, automation, and manufacturing technologies.
By bringing these complementary sectors together, the exhibitions enabled industry professionals to discover innovations, explore business opportunities, strengthen partnerships, and engage with developments shaping the future of the global food industry.
With international participation spanning 43 countries and regions, the platform highlighted India’s emerging dominance in global food processing. Discussions centred on India’s USD 550–600 billion food market and the historic milestone of the newly concluded India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
Central to this year’s agenda was strengthening farmer value realisation, creating jobs, and boosting processed food exports beyond current levels.
Beyond the exhibition floors, a diverse programme of conferences, interactive features, and industry engagements added depth to the visitor experience and reinforced the exhibitions' commitment to knowledge-sharing and innovation.
The Retail Walk was particularly well received by international exhibitors, offering valuable insights into India's evolving retail landscape, consumer preferences, and modern trade opportunities. It provided a unique platform for global brands to understand the Indian marketplace, explore potential retail partnerships, and identify opportunities to expand their presence in one of the world's most dynamic food and beverage markets.
The conference programme provided a platform to discuss emerging trends, market opportunities, evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and the future direction of the food and beverage sector.
With more than 150 speakers and chefs contributing to the wider programme, the exhibitions encouraged meaningful dialogue and the exchange of industry insights.
The Culinary Corner emerged as a vibrant celebration of culinary excellence, creativity, and innovation, bringing the art of food to life through spectacular live demonstrations and engaging experiences led by some of India's most celebrated culinary talents.
Blending culinary artistry with emerging food trends and evolving consumer preferences, the platform captivated audiences, inspired new ideas, and showcased the limitless possibilities of food innovation. It was more than a culinary showcase - it was a celebration of the people, passion, and creativity shaping the future of gastronomy and the food industry.
The Innovative Trends Zone, powered by Innova Market Insights, brought the future of food and beverage innovation to life, showcasing 10 products representing Innova’s Top 10 F&B Trends for 2026.
The Innovative Product Awards, in partnership with Innova Market Insights, celebrated creativity, ingenuity, and breakthrough food innovation, recognising products that push boundaries and respond to evolving consumer demands.
Coffee Nxt (India) emerged as the Winner for its ready-to-spray cold brew, followed by Boba Empire (Taiwan) as First Runner-up for its innovative popping boba range, and Regulus Agro Organic (India) as Second Runner-up for its Moth Protein Bhujiya. The awards spotlighted emerging trends and pioneering concepts, reinforcing Anuga Select India's commitment to showcasing innovation and nurturing the next generation of food industry leaders.
Milind Dixit, Managing Director - India & SAARC Region - Koelnmesse Pvt Ltd, said the successful conclusion of Anuga Select India and Anuga FoodTec India 2026 was a proud moment and reflected the industry's trust in the Anuga platform.
“Our objective is to go beyond the traditional trade fair format and create an ecosystem where businesses can connect, learn, innovate, and grow,” he said.
“I would like to thank our exhibitors, visitors, partners, industry associations, speakers, chefs, and the entire team for their continued trust and contribution to making this edition a success. We remain committed to building on this momentum and further strengthening India's connection with the global food industry.”
The successful conclusion of the 2026 edition marks another important milestone in Koelnmesse's commitment to developing high-value platforms for India's food and food technology industries.
By combining the scale of an international trade fair with knowledge-led conferences, culinary engagement, product recognition, and innovation showcases, Anuga Select India and Anuga FoodTec India continue to create opportunities for businesses to explore new markets, build relationships, and contribute to the evolution of the global food ecosystem.
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