Gulfood 2027
Gulfood 2027 expands the world’s largest food‑and‑beverage sourcing show across two mega‑venues – Dubai World Trade Centre (15‑18 Mar) and Dubai Exhibition Centre (19 Mar). The edition hosts over 8,500 exhibitors from 195 countries, showcasing 1.5 million+ products across 12 core sectors. New and highlighted categories include Gulfood Fresh (fresh produce), Gulfood Startups (agri‑tech and food‑tech disruptors), Gulfood Logistics (cold‑chain, AI‑driven supply‑chain and blockchain), and Grocery Trade (pantry staples and retail‑ready lines). Traditional sectors such as Beverages, Dairy, Fats & Oils, Meat & Poultry, Seafood, and Power Brands remain prominent. Business‑driving platforms feature the Big Deal Hub for high‑value buyer‑seller meetings, the World Economy Summit, Innovation Awards, NXT Stage experiences, and the World Agri‑FoodTech Startup Challenge. The show also highlights strategic MoUs, large‑scale investments (e.g., AED 130 M SoFood factory) and sustainability initiatives, cementing Gulfood as a pivotal global trade and innovation hub.