This annual event, dedicated to excellence in the foodservice sector, promises to be a platform for global innovation and networking, featuring new players like Canada and Singapore, along with official collectives from Saudi Arabia, China, Ukraine, and Brazil. This year's Guest Country is India, which brings a delegation of 50 buyers and institutional representatives.
A Strategic Buyer Program
A key focus of SIGEP 2026 is the buyer program, which will bring 500 top buyers from 75 countries to Rimini, including the United States, India, Canada, and Brazil. These professionals, coming from foodservice chains, importers, and distributors, are ready to discover the latest trends and products that meet the needs of the international market.
Innovation and New Thematic Hubs
SIGEP 2026 is not just a trade fair; it is a showcase for foodservice innovation. We have launched three new thematic hubs:
- - Kitchen Equipment Hub: an area dedicated to technologies that will revolutionize production and management in foodservice.
- - Frozen Product Hub: celebrating the rising demand for quality frozen products.
- - Digital District: where digital solutions, from smart payments to robotics, transform work in restaurants and laboratories.
A Growing Sector and Sustainability
SIGEP World represents the entire ecosystem of foodservice, a continuously evolving sector. Gelato continues to be one of the main attractions of the event, not only as a product but as a true entrepreneurial culture. Through events like "What is Gelato?" and "Gelato Meets Chains," we will showcase how Italian gelato can become a global business lever.
The pastry sector is also evolving, supported by innovations in the frozen segment. Chocolate is leaning towards increasingly sustainable processes, while the bakery sector demonstrates unprecedented industrial maturity. Pizza is celebrated with the "Pizza (R)evolution" project, highlighting innovative doughs and formats that are conquering the global market. Finally, coffee is presented through a journey from origin to cup, focusing on sustainability.
Experience and Networking for the Hospitality Sector
A new element is the Luxury Hotel Food Experience, which connects high-end hospitality brands with the excellence of foodservice, offering experiential networking moments for Food & Beverage managers and chefs from premium hotels.
The Rimini Fair: A Cultural and Commercial Asset
SIGEP World is much more than a traditional trade fair; it is a meeting point for cultures, innovations, and opportunities. The event not only offers a comprehensive overview of the latest trends in food and catering but also fosters commercial and cultural relationships between industry professionals.
For more details about the event and to plan your visit, visit the official SIGEP website: sigep.it (https://www.sigep.it). Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this extraordinary experience in the world of foodservice!