FHA-Food & Beverage: A Global Stage for Innovation and Industry Growth
The FHA-Food & Beverage 2025, taking place from April 8–11, 2025, at Singapore Expo, is set to be Asia’s premier international food and beverage gathering. As a Supporting Partner, the International Food & Beverage Association (IFBA) is proud to collaborate with FHA to enhance networking, knowledge-sharing, and industry growth across the global food and beverage landscape.
Renowned for its unparalleled scale and dynamic platform, this year –Taste the Heritage– theme is at the forefront of food technology, culinary trends, sustainable sourcing, and business innovation, providing attendees with invaluable opportunities to connect, learn, and grow.
IFBA and FHA-Food & Beverage 2025: A Powerful Partnership in F&B Innovation
The International Food & Beverage Association (IFBA) proudly supports FHA 2025 as a Supporting Partner, enhancing the event’s ability to drive critical conversations on sustainability, innovation, and global collaboration. IFBA’s involvement ensures meaningful dialogues among industry leaders, promotes the exchange of strategic market insights, and facilitates valuable international partnerships. Attendees will benefit from IFBA’s global perspective, gaining exclusive access to insights, market intelligence, and best practices crucial for success in today’s rapidly changing F&B landscape.
Taste The Heritage
Asia’s Leading Food & Beverage Event
FHA-Food & Beverage 2025 will bring together 1,500+ exhibitors, 65,000 attendees, and representatives from over 50 countries in an expansive 60,000 sqm exhibition space. This year’s edition will serve as a global platform for industry leaders, manufacturers, distributors, and policymakers to explore new market opportunities, and discover cutting-edge innovations in the F&B sector.
A Look Back at FHA-Food & Beverage 2024
The last edition of FHA-Food & Beverage set new records in participation, business engagement, and industry impact, reinforcing its role as a premier networking and trade hub for food and beverage professionals in Asia. Some of the standout achievements from FHA 2024 included:
- 72,495 attendees from 91 countries—a 44% increase from 2023, reflecting the event’s growing global influence.
- 1,693 exhibitors across 12 specialized segments, spanning fine food, emerging food tech, and sustainable solutions.
- 82 international group pavilions, connecting industry professionals with global suppliers and manufacturers.
- A highly successful Hosted Buyer Programme, facilitating 6,136+ business meetings between top-tier decision-makers and suppliers.
- A 70% surge in new high-value buyers, increasing business opportunities and forging new industry connections.
The success of FHA 2024 underscored the growing demand for innovation and sustainability in the global food industry, setting the stage for an even more ambitious and impactful event in 2025.
FHA-Food & Beverage 2025: A Global Gathering of F&B Excellence
Following the record-breaking success of FHA-Food & Beverage 2024, the upcoming edition promises an even more comprehensive and forward-thinking experience.
FHA 2025 will feature:
- 12 Specialised Segments, including Fine Food, Halal Market, Meat & Poultry, Fresh Produce, Wine & Spirits, and Sustainable Food Future.
- The FHA Seminar, where industry leaders discuss key trends, regulations, and advancements shaping the future of food.
- The Sustainable Food Future Seminar, addressing critical issues like food security, sustainable packaging, and alternative proteins.
- Live Competitions and Culinary Showcases, celebrating talent and creativity in the global F&B space.
2025 Highlights
National Cocktail Competition
Singapore’s top bartenders compete for a chance to represent the nation at the Asia Pacific Cocktail Competition 2025 and World Cocktail Championship 2025. Organized by ABSS, this event highlights cutting-edge mixology and emerging trends.
Zero Mixology Challenge
Showcasing the future of non-alcoholic mixology, this competition invites mixologists from Southeast Asia and the Pacific to create innovative drinks. Winners advance to the International Fashion Drink Competition 2026 in Shanghai, with live demos, workshops, and networking opportunities inspiring the next wave of beverage innovation.
Seminars, Challenges, and Competitions at FHA 2025
FHA Industry Seminars
The FHA Industry Seminars will provide in-depth discussions led by global experts on essential topics impacting the food and beverage industry. These sessions will cover critical areas such as food regulations, technological advancements, and market trends, offering attendees valuable insights to stay ahead in the competitive F&B landscape.
Sustainable Food Future Seminar
This seminar will focus on sustainability-driven discussions addressing challenges in food security, waste reduction, and alternative proteins. Experts will share industry case studies, best practices, and innovative solutions to drive sustainable transformation in the F&B sector.
Culinary Challenges
The FHA Culinary Challenges will bring together talented chefs to showcase their expertise across various categories. Participants will compete in live cooking demonstrations, presenting innovative dishes that highlight global culinary trends, sustainability, and creativity.
The FHA Barista Challenge
The FHA Barista Challenge is a highly anticipated competition where baristas from around the world will display their coffee-making expertise. Contestants will be judged on technical precision, creativity, and presentation, making this event a must-watch for coffee professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Seizing Growth: Asia’s Thriving F&B
Market Outlook
In 2023, Asia-Pacific continued as the largest region in the food and beverages market, driven by China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Australia. This dominance is expected to persist in both market size and expansion.
The Asia-Pacific food and drink market grew strongly in 2022, reaching US$1 billion in revenue. Forecasted with a 10.91% annual growth rate from 2022 to 2027, it’s expected to double in volume, reaching US$2 billion by 2027.
Digital channels played an increasingly vital role in the region’s F&B industry in 2022, with significant figures in in-app purchases and paid app revenue. This highlights the growing importance of digital platforms in the sector’s growth.
Hypermarkets & supermarkets were the leading distribution channels in the APAC food industry in 2023, followed by food & drinks specialists, convenience stores, cash & carries, warehouse clubs, and e-retailers.
IFBA’s Role as a Supporting Partner
As an official Supporting Partner, IFBA will actively contribute to the event’s success by:
- Promoting FHA-Food & Beverage 2025 across its global membership network through newsletters, website banners, and social media.
- Providing exclusive VIP access to its members, facilitating networking and industry collaborations.
- Participating in key discussions and forums, advocating for sustainability, innovation, and leadership in the hospitality industry.
- Connecting global F&B professionals with new opportunities for education, growth, and investment in emerging markets.
Why Attend FHA 2025?
FHA-Food & Beverage 2025 is a must-visit industry exhibition—it’s an opportunity to engage with the future of food and hospitality. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, manufacturer, distributor, or industry leader, this event offers unmatched networking, valuable market insights, and access to the latest innovations driving the F&B sector.
Join Us at FHA-Food & Beverage 2025!
The International Food & Beverage Association (IFBA) is proud to support this prestigious event, helping to foster connections, knowledge-sharing, and industry development on a global scale.
As a Supporting Partner, we invite all members, partners, and industry stakeholders to join us at FHA-Food & Beverage 2025—a unique platform showcasing the latest in food and beverage innovation, cutting-edge product displays, insightful discussions, market opportunities, and strategic collaborations.
For more information, visit FHA-Food & Beverage 2025 and stay updated through IFBA’s official channels.
