NourishX Pavilion
Where food innovation meets impact
Step into the NourishX Pavilion by Impact Circle Malaysia at Food & Drinks Malaysia by SIAL 2026, a dedicated showcase for the people, ideas and ventures shaping the future of food.
Presented in collaboration with Impact Circle, the NourishX Pavilion brings together changemakers, founders, investors, ecosystem partners and industry leaders who are rethinking how food is produced, distributed, consumed and scaled for a more sustainable future.
From breakthrough agrifoodtech solutions to purposeful entrepreneurship and food system leadership, this pavilion is designed to spotlight the next wave of innovation across Malaysia and the region.
What to expect at NourishX Pavilion
Food Systems Change Maker Award
Celebrating leaders transforming the future of food
The Food Systems Change Maker Award recognises individuals, organisations, startups and initiatives that are driving meaningful change across the food system.
This award shines a spotlight on changemakers creating practical and scalable solutions in areas such as sustainable agriculture, food technology, climate action, circular economy, food security, nutrition, wellness, community impact and inclusive food systems.
At FDM2026, visitors will get to discover inspiring stories of leadership, innovation and impact from the people working to build a more resilient and responsible food future.
the Spark 2026
A pitch platform for bold food future innovators
THE SPARK is where fresh ideas take the stage.
Designed for food future innovators, agrifoodtech startups and impact-driven founders, THE SPARK gives emerging ventures a platform to present their solutions, connect with industry stakeholders and gain visibility within the wider food and agriculture ecosystem.
Expect bold pitches, practical innovation and new ideas that address real challenges in food, agriculture, sustainability and technology.
ScaleX
From innovation to investment, deployment and scale
ScaleX is a growth platform designed to support high-potential agrifoodtech and food system companies as they move from promising innovation to real-world scale.
The programme focuses on investment readiness, ecosystem engagement, market access, strategic partnerships and deployment opportunities across Malaysia and Southeast Asia.
At NourishX Pavilion, ScaleX brings together founders, investors, corporates, ecosystem partners and industry enablers with one shared goal: to help scalable food innovations move further, faster.
Why visit NourishX Pavilion?
Visit the Nourish X Pavilion to:
- Discover emerging agrifoodtech and food system innovations
- Meet startups, founders and changemakers building future-ready solutions
- Explore investment, partnership and collaboration opportunities
- Learn how sustainability, technology and impact are reshaping the F&B industry
- Connect with ecosystem players across food, agriculture, investment and innovation