Fi Europe 2026 returns to Frankfurt with expanded focus on pet nutrition

Registration is now open for Fi Europe 2026, which will return to Messe Frankfurt, Germany, from 17 to 19 November. With more than 1,650 exhibitors and around 27,000 visitors expected, this year’s event is on track to be one of the largest to date. 

Visitors will be able to meet a wide range of businesses, from start-ups to global leaders such as ADM, AGRIFLEX, Beneo, Bühler, Cargill, Givaudan, GEA and Nexira. Alongside these connections, attendees will gain new market insights and explore the latest ingredient and technology developments across the full spectrum of food ingredient innovation.

“The food, beverage and pet food sectors continue to evolve rapidly, driven by changing consumer expectations, advances in technology and growing demand for products that support health, well-being and sustainability,” says Yannick Verry, Fi Events Brand Director at Informa Markets. “Fi Europe reflects these shifts, ensuring attendees have access to the knowledge, ideas, partnerships and solutions needed to stay ahead.”

Pet nutrition takes centre stage

The continued ‘humanisation’ of pets is creating new opportunities for ingredient suppliers and manufacturers, as demand grows for products that support pet health, well-being and nutrition. This year, the expanded Pet Food & Nutrition Hub will feature more ingredients, formulations, technologies and solutions for the market. 

New for 2026, the Pet Food and Nutrition Forum will let visitors explore trends, challenges and growth potential in one of the food industry’s fastest-growing categories. The forum will bring together professionals, decision-makers and innovators through networking, expert-led sessions, exhibitor showcases and interactive experiences.

Ingredient innovation stays at the core

The Food ingredients and Health ingredients areas remain central to Fi Europe, with attendees exploring thousands of innovative and best-in-class ingredients, including a wide range of natural and organic solutions.

Fi Europe’s content programme has always curated the latest knowledge from renowned experts across the industry, and this year is no exception, with cutting-edge insights and thought leadership delivered through the Innovation Hub and Fi Europe Conference. Reflecting one of the sector’s hottest topics for 2026, the third day of the conference will spotlight weight management and how the rise of GLP-1 medications and changing eating behaviours are reshaping food innovation.

Other trending topics and ingredients round out the programme, from plant-based and clean-label solutions to ingredients supporting healthspan, gut health, cognitive well-being and more. These themes also feature in the event’s free Innovation Tours, which will show how exhibitors are responding to evolving market demands through reformulation, sustainability initiatives, meat alternatives and technology-driven ingredient solutions.

New areas track the route to market

This year’s event will focus primarily on food and beverage ingredients, with further expansions planned by Fi Europe’s organisers. The Ready to Market area will connect product development with commercial opportunity through finished products, packaged formats, sustainable solutions and private label offerings to help businesses accelerate their route to market.

Alongside this, Fi Europe’s growing Tech, Services & Equipment area will feature processing technologies, packaging innovations, automation tools and digital solutions for modern food and beverage manufacturing. The area is designed to help attendees turn ingredients and concepts into finished products at scale.

Connections go beyond the show floor

“We’re always looking for ways to bring our community together, ensuring Fi Europe is not only a place for learning and discovery, but also one that creates meaningful face-to-face connections beyond the event itself,” continues Verry. 

“To harness these connections, we’ve upgraded the Fi Europe app and introduced a new Supplier Pass that includes the event’s complete visitor list, enabling attendees to see who will be in Frankfurt and schedule meetings in advance with relevant contacts – in our dedicated Meeting Lounge if desired. Combined with early app access, this pass will help visitors plan ahead and make the most of their time at Fi Europe 2026.” 

The event will offer a range of in-person networking opportunities, with highlights including a Women’s Networking Breakfast for women shaping the future of the food and beverage industry, and the Future of Nutrition Lunch & Learn for senior decision-makers. The Fi Europe Innovation Awards will also return, celebrating innovations and supporting future industry connections and collaborations.

Registration for Fi Europe 2026 is now open, with super early bird prices available until 6 September.