Trade shows play a crucial role in the shrimp industry. As we look ahead to 2024, a variety of significant trade shows are on the horizon, each providing unique insights and networking opportunities. Let’s look into some of the most anticipated shrimp industry trade shows of the year.
1. Seafood Expo North America
Date: March 10, 2024 until March 12, 2024
Location: Boston
Aquaculture America 2024 is a leading exhibition in the aquaculture industry, hosting numerous exhibitors and experts worldwide. It’s a key event showcasing innovations, technologies, and research in fish farming and marine sciences. Seafood Expo offers networking, seminars, and insights into the latest advancements, drawing professionals seeking sustainable practices and cutting-edge solutions in aquaculture.
2. Vietshrimp Aquaculture International Fair
Date: 20th – 22th March 2024
Location: Ca Mau Convention Center
The fifth Vietshrimp Aquaculture International Fair (2024) will be called “In company with shrimp farmers’. The goal of Vietshrimp 2024’s organizers is for this event to serve as a platform for managers, scientists, businesses, and farmers to collaborate on practical ideas that would enable Vietnam’s shrimp industry to resume growth and achieve its sustainable development.
An estimated 200 booths representing local and international businesses from the aquaculture sector as a whole, in addition to the shrimp industry, will be present at the fair. By bringing production and consumption together, the event seeks to raise awareness of cutting-edge shrimp farming practices and innovative technical goods. This will boost output and value while also ensuring benefits for the Vietnamese shrimp industry community.
3. Seafood Expo Global
Date: 23-25 APRIL 2024
Location: Barcelona, Spain
The Seafood Expo Global 2024 promises to be an invaluable event for anyone involved in the seafood industry, whether they are focused on production, supply chain management, research, policy, or market analysis. Its emphasis on sustainability, compliance, and the impact of environmental factors places it at the forefront of addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing the seafood industry today. The Seafood Expo Global 2024 conference program will feature more than 20 educational sessions, presented by top seafood industry experts. Attendees will take away informative, engaging and practical information covering topics such as:
- Aquaculture
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Food Safety & Compliance (policy)
- Seafood Business/Marketplace
- Seafood Sustainability
- Traceability & Transparency
- Plastics & Climate Change as it relates to seafood
4. Asian-Pacific Aquaculture 2024
Date: 2-4, July 2024
Location: Surabaya, Indonesia.
APA24 will be the next global expo to learn and discuss the latest developments in the aquaculture industry in this challenging time and see the rapidly expanding international aquaculture industry in Asia and the rest of the world. At the same time, APA24 also creates a great opportunity to explore, engage, share your knowledge, and meet potential business partners around the world.
5. World Seafood Shanghai
August 28-30, 2024
Location: Shanghai
World Seafood Shanghai, also known as the Shanghai International Fisheries & Seafood Exposition, is a major trade event in the seafood industry. This exposition is committed to maintaining a consistent professional perspective and excellent quality. Spanning an impressive exhibition area of 180,000 square meters, it hosts over 4,000 exhibitors and includes more than 40 industry-related concurrent activities.
The event is a hub for a vast array of aquatic and marine products from around the world, making it a pivotal gathering for professionals in the seafood industry. Participants include seafood processors, importers, exporters, wholesalers, and retailers, along with manufacturers of processing equipment and technology providers.
This exposition is more than just a trade show; it’s a platform for networking, exploring business opportunities, and staying ahead of the latest market trends and innovations. It plays a crucial role in the global seafood trade, offering valuable insights into both Asian and international markets.
6. Seafood Expo Asia
4-6 September 2024
Location: Singapore
One of the most important seafood trade shows in the world, Seafood Expo Asia, is held every year. The purpose of this exhibition is to link buyers and providers of seafood-related goods and services from Asia and beyond. Industry professionals can use it as a great platform to exhibit their goods, connect with colleagues, and look into new business ventures.
There are many different types of exhibitors at the expo, such as wholesalers, retailers, importers, exporters, and processors of seafood. Additionally, it draws in providers of services and equipment to the fish industry. The event features a wide range of seafood products, including processed, packaged, and fresh/frozen items.
With a variety of events including live demonstrations, Seafood Expo Asia is renowned for its lively and participatory environment.
7. China Fisheries & Seafood Expo
30 Oct – 1 November 2024
Location: Qingdao
The China Fisheries & Seafood Expo is one of the largest and most prominent seafood trade events in the world. It’s an annual expo that takes place in China, a country known for its huge market for seafood products. The expo serves as a significant platform for seafood industry professionals from around the globe to showcase their products, discover new market trends, and establish business connections.
The China Fisheries & Seafood Expo is an important event for anyone involved in the seafood industry, whether they are looking to break into the Chinese market, expand their global footprint, or simply stay abreast of the latest industry developments.
8. Global Shrimp Forum
Date: December 1-3, 2024
Location: Ultrech, Netherlands
The Global Shrimp Forum serves as a platform for industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to come together to discuss the current state and future prospects of the shrimp sector. The forum typically addresses a wide range of topics including sustainable practices, innovation, market trends, and challenges facing the industry.
Participants at the Global Shrimp Forum include shrimp producers, suppliers, buyers, technology providers, and representatives from various segments of the supply chain. The event offers opportunities for networking, sharing knowledge, and exploring new business possibilities. It also often features presentations and panel discussions led by industry experts, giving insights into the latest research, technological advancements, and market analysis. This forum plays a crucial role in shaping the future direction of the shrimp industry, especially concerning sustainability and environmental impact. By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, it aims to foster collaboration and innovation to ensure the long-term health and growth of the global shrimp market.
These trade shows offer invaluable opportunities for industry professionals to network, learn about the latest trends, and discover new technologies in the shrimp industry. Each event is uniquely tailored to address the diverse aspects of the industry, from sustainable practices to technological innovations.
We will be announcing our participation to each one at least a month in advance. Looking forward to connecting !