IFE London

The International Food & Drink Event (IFE) is one of the UK’s leading trade shows for the food and drink industry. Held annually at the prestigious ExCeL London, the event transforms the modern exhibition venue in East London into a key meeting point for decision-makers, buyers and brands from around the world. It is organised by Montgomery International Ltd., an experienced British exhibition organiser with a strong international outlook and extensive industry connections.

IFE spans the full breadth of the food and drink sector, structured into clearly defined product areas. These include vegan and plant-based products, speciality and artisan foods, chilled and frozen lines, ambient grocery, and wholesale ranges. Health-focused, organic and naturally positioned products also feature prominently. International pavilions showcase culinary concepts from around the globe, creating tangible import and distribution opportunities within the UK market. The show is further enhanced by a dedicated start-up area for emerging brands, a specialist cheese pavilion for premium dairy products, a “free-from” zone for allergen-free and specialist formulations, and a business support hub offering guidance on growth strategies and market entry. In addition, technological innovation, packaging solutions and specialist services for manufacturing, logistics and retail form an integral part of the exhibition.

Exhibitors represent virtually every segment of the food and drink industry: producers of ready meals, meat and seafood, bakery products, snacks, confectionery and spices, alongside drinks manufacturers ranging from spirits and soft drinks to low- and no-alcohol propositions. The line-up also includes organic producers, innovative food tech companies and international brands seeking to expand into the UK market.

IFE is strictly a trade-only event. Buyers from major retail chains, wholesalers, distributors and importers, as well as foodservice operators, hospitality professionals, product developers and category managers, attend to source products, monitor market developments and build strategic partnerships.

A comprehensive programme of seminars, trend briefings and panel discussions provides in-depth insights into consumer behaviour, sustainability requirements and current market trends in the UK and beyond.

ExCeL London offers a modern infrastructure, expansive exhibition halls and excellent transport links. Located in the revitalised Royal Docks area, it is directly connected to the public transport network, including the Elizabeth Line and the Docklands Light Railway, and is just minutes from London City Airport. As such, IFE provides not only a commercially relevant marketplace but also a logistically convenient platform for companies looking to succeed in the global food and drink sector.

The IFE will take place on 3 days from Monday, 30. March to Wednesday, 01. April 2026 in London.