Hanoi (VNA) - The 10th International Viet꧋food &♊; Beverage - Propack Vietnam 2024 exhibition opened in Hanoi on November 6.
Speaking at the event, Dao Thu Ha, Executive Director of Vinexad, highlighted the event’s role as a premier platform for food and beverage (F&B) industry players to showcase products, foster business partnerships, and promote the sector’s development.
With 300 exhibitors from eight countries and territories, the exhibition has grown in size and influence, serving as a key networking hub for industry stakeholders.
Hoang Quang Phong, Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), emphasised that Vietnam’s F&B sector has significantly contributed to the country's strong economic growth in recent years. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects Vietnam’s F&B market will reach 655 trillion VND (27 billion USD), reflecting a 10.92% increase from 2023. This growth positions Vietnam as one of the fastest-growing F&B markets globally over the next five years.
The event features one-on-one business matchmaking sessions, offering exhibitors opportunities to directly connect with potential partners. A variety of seminars will also be held, including discussions on sustainable food processing, cost optimisation in F&B, and the latest in eco-friendly packaging innovations by Fuji Seal.
Besides, the exhibition includes interactive sessions like trade forums with representatives from China’s Chengdu Business Promotion Association, hands-on workshops, and prize giveaways for attendees.
The four-day event aims to enhance domestic and international ties in the F&B industry and strengthen Vietnam's position in this growing sector./.
The 10th international exhibition on food, beverages, food processing and packaging technology equipment - Vietfood & Beverage - Propack Vietnam 2024 - will take place in Hanoi from November 6 – 9.
The 28th International VietFood, Beverage and Professional Packing Machines Expo (VietFood & Beverage – ProPack Vietnam 2024) will take place in Ho Chi Minh City from August 8-10.
The 28th International VietFood, Beverage and Professional Packing Machines Expo (VietFood & Beverage – ProPack Vietnam 2024) kicked off in Ho Chi Minh City on August 8.
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As one of the most prestigious annual international events in the industry, the expo serves as a prime platform for enterprises to connect, exchange valuable experience, and explore reliable collaboration opportunities with both domestic and international companies.
Organised by the Vietnamese Embassy and Trade Office, Vietnam's national booth showcases catalogues and product samples from over 30 Vietnamese companies, spanning key sectors such as agriculture, seafood, food and beverages, footwear, textiles, furniture, plastics, construction materials, and industrial machinery.
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It featured four discussions on key issues such as the Vietnam- Switzerland comprehensive partnership, Vietnam’s international financial centre, digital transformation and innovation, and global human resources and expansion of markets.
