Grab & Go Expo London

The Grab & Go Expo is one of Europe’s leading trade shows for the food-to-go, convenience retail and quick-service sectors. It focuses on the concepts, technologies and products shaping the rapidly expanding market for on-the-go food and beverage consumption.

The event takes place at the prestigious ExCeL London, one of Europe’s foremost exhibition and conference venues, located in the heart of the UK capital. Its state-of-the-art facilities provide an ideal setting for international trade events. The exhibition is organised by Fortem International Ltd., a UK-based global event organiser specialising in the development and delivery of international B2B trade shows. The company brings together industry professionals, manufacturers, retailers and key decision-makers from a wide range of sectors.

At the heart of the Grab & Go Expo are innovative solutions for the modern out-of-home foodservice market. The exhibition showcases the latest developments in food-to-go, convenience products and ready-to-eat concepts. Visitors gain valuable insight into current market trends, healthy snack and meal options, advanced packaging technologies, and digital solutions designed to streamline ordering, payment and operational processes. The offering is further enhanced by cutting-edge kitchen equipment, automation solutions, EPOS systems, self-service technologies, and logistics and refrigeration solutions that support efficient business operations.

Featured products and services include fresh convenience foods, beverages, baked goods, takeaway concepts, sustainable packaging, digital payment solutions, software for the hospitality and retail sectors, quick-service kitchen equipment, and marketing and branding services. As a result, the exhibition covers the entire food-to-go value chain and provides practical solutions for businesses seeking to improve operational efficiency and drive revenue growth.

A key highlight of the event is its extensive conference and seminar programme, featuring more than 200 expert presentations, panel discussions and keynote sessions delivered by leading industry specialists. Topics include emerging market trends, consumer behaviour, sustainability, digital transformation and innovative business models. The event also offers a wide range of networking opportunities, enabling operators, investors, suppliers and service providers to exchange ideas and establish valuable business connections.

Exhibitors represent sectors including food manufacturing, the beverage industry, packaging technology, foodservice equipment, commercial kitchen technology, software development, logistics, retail, marketing and franchising. The exhibitor line-up features both established market leaders and innovative start-ups presenting new products and solutions for the industry.

Key visitor groups include operators of convenience stores, petrol station shops, bakery chains, cafés, coffee shops, quick-service restaurants, delivery businesses and takeaway outlets. The exhibition also attracts buyers, franchisors, retail organisations, investors and senior decision-makers from across the hospitality and foodservice sectors, all seeking new business opportunities and insight into the latest industry developments.

The Grab & Go Expo provides a premier platform for businesses looking to succeed in the growing food-to-go and convenience market. ExCeL London offers not only modern infrastructure and extensive exhibition space, but also excellent transport links. The venue is directly connected to London’s public transport network and can be reached easily via the Docklands Light Railway (DLR), the Elizabeth line, major national and international rail services, and the airports of London City, Heathrow and Gatwick. This accessibility makes London an ideal host city for a truly international trade exhibition with extensive reach and significant industry influence.

The Grab & Go Expo will take place on 2 days from Tuesday, 29. September to Wednesday, 30. September 2026 in London.