Foodist Istanbul Istanbul

Foodist Istanbul is one of Turkey’s leading international trade fairs for food, beverages and food processing technologies. It serves as a key business platform for companies operating across the entire food industry value chain.

The event takes place at the Tüyap Fair Convention & Congress Center in Istanbul, one of Turkey’s largest and most modern exhibition and convention venues. Foodist Istanbul is organised by Reed Tüyap Fairs and Exhibition Organization Inc., one of the country’s foremost exhibition organisers. Combining the international exhibition expertise of Reed Exhibitions with the extensive market knowledge of the Tüyap Group, the organiser provides a professional platform for both domestic and international business development.

Foodist Istanbul covers every segment of the food and beverage industry. The exhibition showcases a wide range of products, including staple foods, canned goods, pulses and bakery products, as well as frozen and convenience foods, soft drinks, speciality coffees and teas, chocolate, confectionery, nuts, and organic and health foods. Fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, poultry and seafood products, dairy products, eggs and related goods are also prominently featured. The offering is further complemented by spices, sauces, edible oils, food additives, ingredients and private-label solutions for the retail sector.

Another key focus is on innovative technologies and services for the food industry. Visitors gain insights into advanced solutions for food safety, hygiene and quality control, cold-chain management, warehousing and logistics. As a result, the exhibition not only showcases new products but also presents practical solutions to current industry challenges, including sustainability, traceability, operational efficiency and the optimisation of international supply chains.

Among the event’s highlights are innovative food concepts, product launches and emerging market trends, alongside a wide range of networking and business-matching opportunities. Expert presentations, conferences and specialist forums provide valuable insights into the latest developments in the food sector. Particular emphasis is placed on business development, knowledge sharing and international collaboration.

Exhibitors represent virtually every area of the food industry. Participants include food and beverage manufacturers, suppliers of raw materials and ingredients, packaging and processing technology companies, providers of refrigeration and logistics solutions, and service companies specialising in quality management, certification and food safety. This broad representation gives visitors a comprehensive overview of the industry as a whole.

The fair attracts buyers from major retail chains, importers and exporters, wholesalers, distributors and food retail professionals. It is also attended by representatives from the hospitality and foodservice sectors, catering companies, and decision-makers from production, logistics and food technology. In addition, investors, industry associations and trade media use the event as a platform for information exchange and professional networking.

With its international profile, diverse product offering and strategically advantageous location, Foodist Istanbul ranks among the most important meeting places for the food industry in Eurasia. The Tüyap Fair Convention & Congress Center is located in Büyükçekmece, a district on the western side of Istanbul, and is easily accessible from Istanbul International Airport as well as via the city’s extensive road and public transport networks. These advantages provide ideal conditions for successful business networking and the development of international trade partnerships.

The Foodist Istanbul will take place on 4 days from Tuesday, 01. September to Friday, 04. September 2026 in Istanbul.