Industry leaders from across the retail, hospitality and manufacturing sectors will be among the speakers and panellists at this year’s UK Food & Drink Shows.
30,000 visitors and 1,500 exhibitors will come together for this key event in the UK F&B industry calendar that brings together FMCG businesses to network, see the latest innovations and gain invaluable insights.
This year’s event, taking place at the NEC Birmingham between Monday 7th – Wednesday 9th April, comprises four shows:
- Food & Drink Expo provides buyers from retail, hospitality, wholesale, foodservice and manufacturing with information and product sourcing opportunities.
- Farm Shop & Deli Show brings together hundreds of suppliers to showcase the best of local and speciality produce to retailers and buyers.
- National Convenience Show provides a platform for the convenience retailing sector to come together, from suppliers and wholesalers through to retailers.
- Foodex Manufacturing Solutions is the UK’s leading trade event for the food and drink processing, packaging and logistics industries.
UK Food & Drink Shows will feature a packed programme of expert speakers, insightful panels and inspiring demonstrations on topics and trends that are driving the industry.
One focus for 2025 is shining a spotlight on the female leaders shaping the hospitality, convenience, manufacturing and grocery sectors. Among the speakers on these panels are: Katharine Challinor, head of new business at Morrisons; Jo Fleet, managing director of Caravan; and Donna Fordyce, chief executive of Seafood Scotland.
Other speakers appearing across the three days include:
- Claire Pointon, Managing Director at Just Eat, on expanding the possibilities of delivery
- Paul Dobson, Wholesale & Franchise Director at Morrisons, on the future of convenience
- Nigel Murray, Managing Director at Booths, on the importance of catering for your customers
New themed areas are being introduced including the Packaging Zone, the Future Food Zone, the Coffee Zone and the Business Advice Hub, which will provide access to free business advice and services.
To ensure visitors make the most of their visit, an online digital event companion will offer an event guide, interactive floorplan, seamless indoor navigation and real-time notifications.
UK Food & Drink Shows is organised by business information provider William Reed. Covering industries ranging from food and drink to pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, William Reed publishes digital and print media including The Grocer, and organises awards, business events and conferences.
“At a time of continuing high input prices and rising employment costs, alongside the pressure on consumer spending, the UK Food & Drink Shows offer an opportunity to gain invaluable insight and inspiration,” said William Reed exhibitions managing director Andrew Reed.
“From expert panels and presentations to face-to-face meetings with peers and industry associations, the shows can help equip your business with the tools to flourish.”
Find out more and register for your free tickets at:
foodanddrinkexpo.co.uk
