THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 expands to 12 halls as 3,300+ exhibitors and 88,000+ visitors set for Bangkok

ThaigerPublished: May 13, 2026, 10:05 AM

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THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 expands to 12 halls as 3,300+ exhibitors and 88,000+ visitors set for Bangkok | Thaiger

THAIFEX – Anuga Asia will return from May 26 to 30, 2026, at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani in Bangkok, expanding to 12 halls and more than 140,000 square metres, in what organisers described as the event’s largest edition to date.

Organisers said the expanded show comes as sourcing decisions across the food and beverage sector become more time-sensitive, with growth in Asia-Pacific concentrating on functional products and value-driven formats while supply chains continue to adjust.

THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 is expected to bring together more than 3,300 exhibitors from more than 60 countries and regions, alongside more than 88,000 trade visitors from 140 markets, positioning it as one of the region’s largest meeting points for buyers and suppliers.

The event will feature over 3,300 exhibitors from more than 60 countries, showcasing diverse products.

The region’s consolidated F&B sourcing platform

The show combines nine specialised trade shows into a single platform covering drinks, fine food, seafood, frozen, meat, food technology, sweets and confectionery, fruits and vegetables, and rice. Organisers said this structure is designed to support faster shortlisting and deal-making within five days.

A new addition for 2026 is Hall 4, which brings together New-to-Market Street, the THAIFEX–Anuga Startup showcase, and tasteInnovation award-winning products. Organisers said Hall 4 is intended for buyers tracking first-time launches, emerging brands and innovations.

Mathias Kuepper, managing director and regional president, Asia-Pacific, Koelnmesse, stated…

“As growth becomes more targeted, businesses need to make faster, more informed decisions. THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 is structured to help buyers and suppliers cut through complexity and connect where it matters most. With an extra hall and new content zones, THAIFEX – ANUGA 2026 will give buyers the clearest view of the market – all in one place.”

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Organisers added that more than 2,000 trade missions and hosted buyers are expected across the five days, with the programme designed to convert introductions into partnerships.

Official partner region: European Union

The 2026 edition will include the European Union as an Official Partner Region, with an EU Pavilion presenting products from member states for Thai and regional buyers.

H.E. Luisa Ragher, ambassador of the European Union to the Kingdom of Thailand, said…

“Consumers across Southeast Asia increasingly value quality, authenticity and sustainability – values that lie at the heart of European food and drink. The EU Pavilion at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 brings together outstanding products from across our Member States, while strengthening our partnerships with the region and fostering new business opportunities through trust, innovation and long-term cooperation.”

The European Union will be an official partner region, showcasing quality products at the event.

Innovation, trends and programme zones

Organisers said THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 will feature 11 trend zones spanning alternative foods, clean label, Halal and organic, alongside innovation showcases in Hall 4. Programme elements include:

New-to-Market Street (new): Past 12-month product launches, new to Asia
Taste the Future (new): Curated tasting menu of innovative ingredients
Alternative Protein Flavour & Taste Contest: Live tasting and visitor voting
THAIFEX–Anuga Startup: Pitching and exhibition platform for early-stage ventures
THAIFEX–Anuga tasteInnovation Show: Display of award-winning products across categories, including plant-based, free-from and sustainability
THAIFEX–Anuga Trend Zone: In partnership with Innova Market Insights, highlighting the top 10 consumer trends
Future Food Experience+: Conference and showcase with five daily themes, including alternative proteins, precision fermentation, AI in retail, smart food production and next-generation flavour, with speakers listed from Innova Market Insights, Euromonitor and AFMA
Thailand Ultimate Chef Challenge: 12th edition running throughout the fair in Hall 4, with more than 400 professional and junior chefs from Asia competing across multiple categories; endorsed by the World Association of Chefs’ Societies (WACS)

PLX Asia launch

Organisers said PLX Asia will debut at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 as Southeast Asia’s first dedicated B2B platform for private label and contract manufacturing. The platform will begin with the PLX Asia Industry Leadership Summit on May 29, 2026, described as an invite-only programme for senior decision-makers, followed by a full-scale trade exhibition in 2027 expanding across food, beauty and household categories.