Janak Badugama, Director of Export Agriculture, Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) Sri Lanka used Gulfood 2026 as a platform to sharpen its export strategy and broaden regional access. According to Janak Badugama, Director – Export Agriculture at the Sri Lanka Export Development Board
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In January 2026, Dubai made global exhibition history as Gulfood, the world’s largest annual food and beverage sourcing event, successfully delivered a record-breaking 100% expansion by operating seamlessly across two mega venues. Running from 26–30 January at Dubai World Trade Centre and the newly unveiled $2.7 billion Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City, Gulfood sold
English Biscuit Manufacturers (EBM), Pakistan’s largest biscuit and cake manufacturer, revealed its ambition to become a regional FMCG player and explored opportunities for growth in GCC markets during Gulfood 2026. Joining industry leaders at the exhibition, Dr. Zeelaf Munir, Managing Director and CEO of EBM and Chairperson of the Pakistan Business Council, shared
As Gulfood 2026 concludes, Estonia’s presence has underscored a clear shift in how food quality is being assessed by buyers and partners across the region. While provenance and purity remain widely discussed, attention is increasingly moving beyond origin stories toward how food is actually produced, at scale, with consistency and restraint. Estonian producers at
Day 4 of Gulfood 2026 affirmed that real food system transformation is built on scale, policy and commerce, uniting global ministers, government institutions and market-shaping companies across two mega venues to convert international reach and commercial deal-making into actionable change. The landmark food and beverage show was also graced with a visit from His
Visitors to this year’s edition of Gulfood, the largest annual trade show for the food and hospitality sectors in the Middle East and Asia, can experience the versatility and unique taste of the iconic Italian cheese, Parmigiano Reggiano. Known as the ‘King of Cheeses’, Parmigiano Reggiano was first produced a thousand years ago in specific […]
MaHawa by Baynunah Watergeneration Technology SP, the pioneering 100% Emirati water-from-air company, has chosen Gulfood 2026 as the stage to announce a significant evolution in its product portfolio. Showcasing the future of sustainable beverages to a global audience, the brand launched two innovative hydration solutions: the Mahawa Hydrogen Bottle (450 ml) and the
Camelicious today reinforced its position as a regional camel milk leader, following a high-level panel at Gulfood 2026 titled “Unveiling UAE’s Wellness Blueprint, Insights Shaping the Future of F&B.” The panel marked the official unveiling of new UAE consumer wellness insights developed in collaboration with YouGov, offering a data-driven view of how people living in
Gulfood 2026 delivered decisively on its global mandate, transforming scale into substance through a fully integrated two-venue model that expanded access, accelerated trade and strengthened the foundations of global food security. Operating seamlessly across Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai, the event offered a well-connected
Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, hosted a business briefing session today on the sidelines of Gulfood 2026, the world’s largest exhibition and conference for the food and beverage sector. Gulfood 2026 is taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai from […]
The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) announced its participation in the 31st edition of Gulfood, taking place from 26 to 30 January 2026, at both Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai, by supporting 10 Emirati food and manufacturing ventures. KFED’s participation forms part of a broader effort […]
Heather Mills, pioneer of plant-based innovation in the food sector, is launching her latest breakthrough at Gulfood 2026, the world’s largest annual food and beverage exhibition. Her new brand, No Bloat, presents a range of scientifically validated, gut-friendly meals designed for people with food sensitivities, particularly those affected by FODMAPs [Fermentable,
Al Ghurair Foods has announced a series of strategic developments on the opening day of Gulfood 2026 (26–30 January), outlining its next phase of growth, focused on value-added ingredients, supply chain resilience, and international expansion. The announcements include the launch of PURL, a new food ingredients brand, and a $20 million investment in a UAE-based meat
India’s leading brand, Organic Tattva, is all set to take part in Gulfood 2026, scheduled from January 26 to January 30, the biggest annual food and beverage trade show in the world, reiterating its dedication to providing consumers throughout the world with certified organic food items free of chemicals. Organic Tattva will showcase its wide […]
As grocery retail and wholesale channels across the Middle East scale at unprecedented speed, Gulfood 2026 is set to host Gulfood Grocery Trade, a dedicated platform designed to serve fast-moving consumer goods, private label and grocery segments powering the region’s food economy. Set to take place from 26–30 January 2026 at Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) […]
Mark you calendars!!! Supple Tek, the world’s largest exporter of premium Basmati Rice and India’s 5-Star Export House is all set for Gulfood 2026. Scheduled from January 26-30, Supple Tek brings the unparalleled excellence of “Grains of Honesty” to the world’s biggest food stage. Supple Tek can be found at Stall No. N3-C2 at North […]
As the Middle East region increases investments in food security, supply resilience and sustainable sourcing, Gulfood 2026 announces Gulfood Fresh at Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) at Expo City Dubai from 26-30 January 2026, a dedicated fresh produce platform showcasing fruits, vegetables and perishable supply chains shaping the region’s food future. The Middle East
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) is set to participate in Gulfood 2026, the world’s largest annual food and beverage exhibition taking place from 26 to 30 January 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. During the event, RAKEZ will spotlight its robust business ecosystem and tailor-made solutions designed to support international and regional F&B […]
Gulfood, the world’s largest and most influential food and beverage sourcing event, announced the launch of Gulfood Startups, a dedicated platform designed to support high-growth food-tech companies seeking to scale internationally from Dubai. As the global food economy accelerates towards a projected value of USD 11.37 trillion by 20301, innovation across production,
Dubai’s rise as one of the world’s most influential gastronomic capital will be on full display at Dubai World Cuisine, the flagship culinary platform hosted within Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 26 – 30 January 2026 by Gulfood. Uniting over 70 chefs shaping Dubai’s culinary identity, from more than 30 nationalities, the programme will […]





























