YUMMEX MIDDLE EAST 2024
Date : Sept. 24 - 26, 2024
Venue : Dubai World Trade Centre (Dubai Exhibition Centre)
Website : https://www.ism-me.com/
YUMMEX MIDDLE EAST 2024
Event Overview:
Yummex Middle East 2024 is the leading international trade fair for sweets and snacks in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Scheduled from November 4 to 6, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE, this event brings together top players from the confectionery and snack industry to showcase their products, explore market trends, and network with industry peers.
Key Features:
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Exhibition Categories:
- Confectionery: Chocolates, candies, gums, jellies, and more.
- Bakery Products: Cakes, pastries, biscuits, and baked snacks.
- Savory Snacks: Chips, nuts, popcorn, pretzels, and savory nibbles.
- Health and Organic: Organic, gluten-free, sugar-free, and health-focused snacks and sweets.
- Ingredients and Raw Materials: Ingredients for confectionery and snack production.
- Packaging and Processing: Innovations in packaging, processing machinery, and technology.
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Conference Themes:
- Market Trends: Insights into the latest consumer trends and market dynamics in the sweets and snacks industry.
- Innovation and Product Development: Emerging flavors, ingredients, and product innovations.
- Sustainability: Sustainable practices in production, packaging, and supply chain management.
- Health and Wellness: The growing demand for health-conscious and functional snacks.
- Regulatory Insights: Navigating food safety regulations and compliance in the MENA region.
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Visitor Profile:
- Retailers: Supermarkets, hypermarkets, convenience stores, and specialty retailers.
- Wholesalers and Distributors: Professionals involved in the distribution and wholesale of sweets and snacks.
- Foodservice Providers: Representatives from hotels, restaurants, cafes, and catering services.
- Importers and Exporters: Companies engaged in international trade of confectionery and snacks.
- Manufacturers: Producers of sweets, snacks, and related products.
- R&D Specialists: Researchers and developers focusing on new product formulations and innovations.
- Packaging Experts: Professionals specializing in packaging solutions for the food industry.
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Special Events and Activities:
- Product Showcases: Displays of the latest product launches and innovations from leading brands.
- Tasting Sessions: Opportunities to sample a wide range of sweets and snacks from various exhibitors.
- Technical Workshops: In-depth sessions on production techniques, ingredient functionality, and packaging innovations.
- Panel Discussions: Expert panels discussing market trends, consumer preferences, and industry challenges.
- Networking Opportunities: Business matchmaking, networking receptions, and industry roundtables.
- Innovation Awards: Recognizing outstanding products and innovations in the sweets and snacks industry.
Organizers:
Yummex Middle East 2024 is organized by Koelnmesse GmbH and the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Koelnmesse is a global leader in organizing trade fairs for the food and beverage industry, while DWTC is a premier event venue and organizer in the Middle East, known for hosting world-class events.