The world’s leading food innovation exhibition, is set to mark its historic 60th anniversary from October 19 to 23, 2024, at the Parc des Expositions, Paris Nord Villepinte.
According to a press release, the 60th anniversary celebration will be a milestone event that offers unique opportunities for industry professionals to reflect on six decades of groundbreaking innovations while eagerly anticipating the future of the food sector.
‘With anticipation building, SIAL Paris 2024 is poised to host over 7,500 exhibitors representing more than 130 countries, with an impressive 75% of attendees expected to be international visitors.
‘Renowned as the premier event for food industry players worldwide, the upcoming edition promises to be an unparalleled gathering of global innovators, thought leaders, and decision-makers.
‘Throughout the five-day event, the food ecosystem will pulsate with vitality and conviviality, both within the convention center and throughout Paris, featuring activities that capture the essence of the culinary world.
‘Under the theme ‘Own the Change’ SIAL 2024 aims to galvanize industry professionals to embrace ongoing transformations and tackle global food challenges. This collective movement will be fueled by showcasing exhibitors CSR initiatives and highlighting expertise through initiatives like SIAL Insights, a biennial analysis of industry trends, SIAL Innovation, offering a glimpse into future developments, and SIAL Start-Up, which will feature twice as many promising start-ups in 2024, including early-stage concepts.
‘Among the key highlights will be a new exhibitor booth arrangement. To improve the visitor experience, SIAL acknowledges 80% of visitors have expressed their wish to see the stands organized by product type in order to make more efficient rounds. The new floor plan will group exhibitors by theme.
‘Several countries from Africa will also be prominently featured, with dedicated pavilions. Expectations are high for a greater representation compared to previous editions, with Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal will be having their pavilions, underscoring the event’s commitment to inclusivity and diversity within the industry,’ the statement read in part.