One Pass Unlocks Two Major Trade Shows: FDM by SIAL 2026 and Chocolate Show 2026
One Pass Unlocks Two Major Trade Shows: FDM by SIAL 2026 and Chocolate Show 2026
Kuala Lumpur, 21 May 2026 – Malaysia is well on its way to welcome the fourth edition of Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL (FDM). Set to take place from 21 to 23 July 2026 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), the event will run concurrently with Chocolate Show 2026, offering guests access to both events with a single pass.
Together, they will present a strategic meeting point for the food and beverage industry in Southeast Asia, and a timely platform for Malaysia to assert its place at the centre of regional food trade, innovation and talent.
Launched in 2023, FDM is part of the wider SIAL (Salon International de l'Alimentation) Network, which has more than 60 years of history and is widely positioned as one of the world’s leading food exhibition and innovation networks. The network's global footprint, spanning major markets including Paris, Shanghai, Montreal and New Delhi, gives the Malaysian edition a degree of international weight that few trade shows in the local market can replicate.
The 2026 edition of FDM is expected to be the biggest yet, with 500 exhibitors and 18,000 trade attendees. Taking on the theme “Savour Southeast Asia: The Epicentre of Taste, Trade & Talent,” the event reflects Malaysia’s growing role as a gateway to ASEAN’s food and beverage ecosystem.
FDM is a strategic platform for businesses, brands, manufacturers, and SMEs in Malaysia's diverse food industry. It provides them with the opportunity to connect with regional buyers, distributors, and key decision-makers. For international participants, the event serves as a strong point of entry into Malaysia, one of Asia's most vibrant food markets. Additionally, FDM offers significant value to trade agencies, industry bodies, and policymakers by offering a timely stage to highlight Malaysia's strengths in food culture, halal industry leadership, and regional connectivity.
“FDM has grown very quickly over the last three years because it answers a real need in the market. Businesses today are looking beyond mere visibility, to cultivate and build meaningful trade connections, reliable market access and platforms that can open doors across the region. FDM is highly designed to address these needs, in a country that is uniquely placed to play host to such an impactful role in the regional and even global stage," said Henri Tan, Exhibition Director, South East Asia of Comexposium.
Indeed, the show's significance is expected to come through strongly in the 2026 programme, which will feature several notable sub-events and industry showcases, including the FDM Halal Forum 2026, the 5th Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia, the SIAL Innovation Awards Malaysia 2026, and the ASEAN Barista Team Championship 2026 and Chocolate Show 2026. These will be held alongside workshops, culinary demonstrations, business matching sessions, the SIAL Society Membership Programme for VIP buyers and industry insight tours.
These elements reinforce the event’s appeal not merely as an exhibition, but as a multi-dimensional platform for competition, product discovery, thought leadership and commercial exchange.
The market context also strengthens the show’s importance. Malaysia remains one of Southeast Asia’s most strategically positioned food economies, with stable growth, expanding consumer demand, strong halal credentials and growing appeal as a culinary tourism destination. In this regard, FDM is a clear reflection of where Southeast Asia’s F&B industry is headed, and why Malaysia is increasingly central to that story.
As part of the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 programme, FDM2026 is proudly endorsed by Tourism Malaysia and MyCEB, reflecting its contribution to driving tourism growth while positioning Malaysia as ASEAN’s leading destination for culinary innovation and international exhibitions.
For more information, visit www.fooddrinksmalaysia.com.
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About Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL
Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL is Malaysia’s leading food and beverage trade exhibition, connecting local and international exhibitors, buyers, distributors, retailers, foodservice professionals and industry stakeholders across the F&B value chain.
As part of the global SIAL Network, the exhibition provides a platform for sourcing, business networking, market entry and industry exchange across Malaysia and Southeast Asia. Featuring SIAL Innovation, business matching, culinary competitions, industry forums and other curated programmes, Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL supports trade, collaboration and innovation across the food and beverage industry. For more information, visit www.fooddrinksmalaysia.com.
About SIAL Network
SIAL Network is the world's leading network of food and beverage exhibitions, bringing together 17,000 exhibitors and 700,000 professional visitors from 205 countries through 12 regular shows: SIAL Paris, SIAL Canada (Montreal and Toronto), SIAL in China (Shanghai and Guangzhou), SIAL Interfood (Jakarta), SIAL India (Mumbai), Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL (Kuala Lumpur), SIAL Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City), Gourmet Selection by SIAL, the Cheese and Dairy Products Show(Paris), and Djazagro in Algiers. For more information, visit www.sial-network.com.
About Chocolate Show
Chocolate Show is a dedicated platform in Malaysia for the chocolate, cocoa, confectionery, dessert and sweet gastronomy sectors. Developed in partnership with the international chocolate and pastry show, Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie, the show brings together chocolate brands, cocoa producers, ingredient suppliers, pastry and bakery specialists, equipment providers, distributors, buyers and industry professionals in one focused marketplace.
Celebrating the world of chocolate and cocoa, Chocolate Show highlights the full value chain, from cocoa sourcing and artisanal craftsmanship to finished products, gifting, retail, hospitality and foodservice solutions. Co-located with Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL, the show gives visitors access to two complementary international trade shows with one pass, creating wider opportunities for sourcing, networking and business development across food, drinks, chocolate, cocoa and sweet gastronomy. For more information, visit www.chocolateshow.my.
About Comexposium APAC
Comexposium is one of the world’s leading event organisers, delivering more than 150 B2B and B2C events annually across over 20 countries. Headquartered in France, Comexposium connects 48,000 exhibitors and 3.5 million visitors globally across key sectors such as food, security, digital marketing, automotive, and more.
Comexposium APAC oversees the group’s operations and growth strategy across Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore and Vietnam. With a diversified portfolio, Comexposium APAC delivers high-impact platforms tailored to regional market needs, including Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL, SIAL Shanghai and Guangzhou (food innovation), Milipol TechX (MTX) and Milipol India (public safety and homeland security), NRF: Retail’s Big Show Asia Pacific (retail and technology), Vinexpo Asia and India (wine & spirits), GAIKINDO Jakarta Auto Week (automotive lifestyle), the iMedia series (digital marketing summits in Japan, Australia, and New Zealand), and the Bali International Airshow (aerospace and defence).
With its regional headquarters in Singapore, Comexposium APAC serves as a strategic hub, driving the planning, localisation, and execution of global brands and regionally developed events. Through deep industry networks, strong stakeholder partnerships, and market-driven innovation, Comexposium APAC is committed to advancing business communities and shaping the future of events across Asia-Pacific. For more information, visit www.comexposium.com
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