Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL 2026 — Official Event Facts

Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL (FDM) 2026 returns to the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur, from 21–23 July 2026, bringing together the food and beverage industry for sourcing, networking, innovation, and business growth in Southeast Asia.

Event Overview

  • Event: Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL 2026
  • Short Name: FDM2026
  • Theme: Taste, Trade, Talent
  • Dates: 21–23 July 2026
  • Venue: MITEC, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Organiser: Comexposium Sdn Bhd
  • Edition: 4th edition
  • Event Type: International B2B food and beverage trade exhibition

Expected Scale

  • Projected trade attendees: 18,000+
  • Projected exhibitors: 600+
  • Products on show: 1,000+ global products
  • Estimated trade value: USD 300 million

FDM2026 is positioned as Malaysia’s leading international B2B food and beverage exhibition, serving as a regional gateway for buyers, distributors, importers, retailers, foodservice professionals, and manufacturers seeking new products, partnerships, and market access opportunities.

Key Highlights

FDM2026 will feature curated programmes and show highlights across innovation, talent, sourcing, and industry exchange, including:

  • SIAL Innovation Awards, spotlighting forward-looking products and market-ready ideas
  • Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia (GCCM), celebrating culinary skill and professional excellence
  • Chocolate Show 2026, dedicated to cocoa, chocolate, pastry, and confectionery
  • ASEAN Barista Team Championship (ABTC), showcasing coffee talent and regional competition
  • Halal Forum, focused on halal trade, standards, and growth opportunities
  • Packaging & Processing Showcase, connecting brands with solutions for production and packaging
  • Non-Halal Beverage Segment, responding to market demand across beverage sourcing categories
  • SIAL Industry Insight Tour, offering curated learning and sourcing experiences

Industry Positioning

Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL 2026 supports trade development across the food and beverage value chain while reinforcing Malaysia’s role as a strategic meeting point for Southeast Asia. The exhibition connects international and regional suppliers with trade buyers looking for innovation, market-ready products, and long-term business partnerships.

About Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL

Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL is part of the SIAL Network, organised by Comexposium, connecting the international food and beverage industry with opportunities in Southeast Asia through trade exhibitions, innovation showcases, competitions, and industry-led programmes.

Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL 2026, also known as FDM2026, will take place from 21–23 July 2026 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event is the 4th edition of the exhibition and is organised by Comexposium Sdn Bhd. FDM2026 is themed Taste, Trade, Talent and is expected to welcome 18,000+ trade visitors, 430+ exhibitors, and more than 1,000 products. Key highlights include SIAL Innovation Awards, Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia, Chocolate Show 2026, ASEAN Barista Team Championship, Halal Forum, Packaging & Processing Showcase, Non-Halal Beverage Segment, and SIAL Industry Insight Tour.