HOSTED BUYER PROGRAMME
Meet curated suppliers in just 3 days at FDM2026!
The FDM2026 Hosted Buyer Programme brings together qualified buyers and leading exhibitors through curated meetings, networking sessions, and exclusive access to the regionʼs growing food and beverage marketplace.
FDM2026 at a glance:
Exhibitors from Malaysia & international markets
Attendees across retail, foodservice, and distribution
square metres of exhibition space
International Pavilions including China, India, South Korea, Thailand, and USA
Who's exhibiting?
Halal
Snacks & Confectioneries
Who Should Participate?
Participants should be purchasing decision-makers or influencers from organisations such as:
- Importers
- Distributors & wholesalers
- Retail chain & supermarkets
- Foodservice operators
- Hospitality groups
- Online grocery platforms
*The organiser reserves the right to request for supporting documentation and to refuse applicants on grounds of insufficient documentation
What are the commitments?
Hosted buyers are required to:
- Attend a minimum of 12 scheduled meetings with exhibitors
- Complete the meeting feedback form after each session
- Participate in the programme during 21–23 July 2026
Participation Benefits & Terms
Qualified buyers may enjoy travel support and exclusive access benefits
Benefits:
- Up to 4D3N business class hotel with breakfast for international hosted buyers
- Up to 3D2N business class hotel with breakfast for local hosted buyers
- Complementary premium airport transfer services from airport to hotel/hotel to airport
- Pre-arrange business matching sessions with exhibitors
- Access to VIP lounges**
- Access to the FDM Business Matching platform
- Priority access to networking events
- Dedicated concierge desk
**Subject to availability
The full terms & conditions can be found here.
