Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — July 17, 2026 — The upcoming Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL (FDM) 2026 edition is projected to significantly expand its footprint, anticipating more than 600 exhibitors and over 18,000 visitors. This influential event, set to open on July 21, 2026, at MITEC in Kuala Lumpur, will span 12,000 square meters, showcasing 1,000 brands from 60 countries.
Expanding Reach in Southeast Asia's Food Landscape
FDM serves as a critical gateway for market entry into Asia's vibrant food capital, Kuala Lumpur, and the broader Southeast Asian region. The 2026 event marks the fourth iteration of this exhibition. Its previous edition, referred to as FDM 2025 (or FDM 2024 in some reports), successfully hosted over 430 exhibitors from 17 countries and welcomed 15,184 visitors from 72 nations. This past event achieved a 93.5% exhibitor satisfaction rate and an impressive 98.5% visitor satisfaction, facilitating interactions with 300 hosted buyers and generating approximately €198 million in total value discussed, leading to over USD 164 million in potential business.
Key Sectors Driving Innovation and Sourcing
The exhibition will feature core sectors designed to address the diverse needs of the food and beverage industry. The Food & Beverage Products sector encompasses fresh, processed, and packaged foods, beverages, ingredients, and specialty items, including snacks & confectioneries, plant-based & vegan alternatives, dairy products, and coffee. Reflecting significant market trends, the Halal Foods & Alternative Proteins sector will focus on Halal certification standards and the increasing global interest in sustainable eating through plant-based foods. Additionally, Food Technology & Packaging will delve into advancements in processing and equipment, while Seafood & Fishery, Spices & Condiments will highlight opportunities in these specialized segments.
A Hub for Industry Leaders and Culinary Talent
Organized by Comexposium Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of the France-headquartered Comexposium Group, FDM benefits from its affiliation with the SIAL Network, established in France in 1964. The SIAL Network, recognized as 'The Global Food Marketplace,' boasts over 60 years of connecting thousands of companies from more than 130 countries and engaging a live community of 700,000 professionals worldwide. The event targets a diverse professional audience, including wholesalers, distributors, importers, hotel GMs, chefs, food manufacturers, and government representatives.
Key highlights will include the insightful Halal Forum, the prestigious Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia (GCCM), and the innovative SIAL Innovation showcase. The Hosted Buyer Program will offer tailored matchmaking, while the ASEAN Barista Team Championship (ABTC) will add a competitive element. The 2025 edition also saw the debut of the SIAL Innovation Awards in Malaysia, receiving 144 submissions, and the launch of Malaysia's first Chocolate Show, curated in partnership with Salon du Chocolat. Dedicated international pavilions from countries like China, Thailand, South Korea, USA, Poland, and Turkey will further enhance the global presence.
For registration and further information on Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL, please visit https://www.fooddrinksmalaysia.com.