SIAL Innovation

Be Discovered. Be Celebrated. Be the Next Big Thing.

SIAL Innovation is the signature award of the SIAL Network, designed to spotlight the most forward-thinking products and solutions in the global food and beverage industry.

From groundbreaking ingredients to cutting-edge packaging and revolutionary consumer concepts, SIAL Innovation celebrates those who dare to think differently and do it first.

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What is SIAL Innovation?

SIAL Innovation highlights the most innovative food and beverage products selected by an independent jury of industry experts.

Whether you are an exhibitor with a game-changing idea, a visitor looking to discover what is next, or a brand considering SIAL for your next move, SIAL Innovation is your gateway to the trends and technologies shaping tomorrow’s food world.

Curated by an independent panel of industry experts, the SIAL Innovation selection showcases bold, original, and consumer-driven innovations from across the globe.

Why It Matters?

For Exhibitors

Participating in SIAL Innovation means more than recognition, it’s a strategic opportunity to elevate your visibility, validate your product, and open doors to new markets.

For Visitors and Buyers

SIAL Innovation is your compass to the future. Discover breakthrough concepts, compare trends, and connect with the brands pushing boundaries.

For Future Exhibitors

Want to stand out at one of the world’s most influential food trade shows? Being selected for SIAL Innovation amplifies your presence and positions your product among the elite.

Key Criteria

  • Innovative Character
  • Consumer Benefit
  • Market Differentiation
  • Feasibility & Commercial Potential

Jury Profiles

Professor Dr. Shahrim Karim

Professor of Universiti Putra Malaysia

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Specialist in Malaysian heritage food, culinary culture, halal food tourism, and foodservice management.

Low Ngai Yuen

Managing Director of AEON360

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Strong involvement in arts advocacy, women empowerment initiatives, media, and strategic advisory roles.

Mark Law

Vice President of the Malaysia Business Group

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Experienced in media, digital marketing, events, exhibitions, and food manufacturing with strong industry networking capabilities.

Henri Tan

Exhibition Director, Southeast Asia and SIAL Sales Director, APAC

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Regional exhibition and business events leader with extensive experience in ASEAN food innovation, trade exhibitions, and industry ecosystem development.

Melissa Ong

Group CEO of Impact Circle

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Extensive experience in international trade, agrifoodtech, sustainability, market research, and strategic investments.

Timothy Liew

Co-Founder of Visata Creative & Deputy President of SAMENTA Central

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Expertise in retail design, AI, automation, sustainability, and F&B SME growth.

YBhg. Datuk Prof. Dr. Rofina Yasmin Othman

Chairman of MRANTI

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Expertise in innovation, research commercialisation, biotechnology, sustainability, and technology ecosystem development.

Professor Dr Daniel Chong Ka Leong

Dean, School of Hospitality and Tourism Management

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Strong background in hospitality, F&B industry, branding, sustainable tourism, and food industry consultancy.

Benefits of Participating

How to Join?

Eligibility

  • You must be an exhibitor at a SIAL event.
  • Your product must show clear innovation in recipe, process, packaging, positioning, or use.
  • Products must be market-ready or recently launched.

Application Process:

  • Log in to your exhibitor area.
  • Submit your innovation via the dedicated form.
  • Provide samples and documentation for jury review.
  • Selected entries will be announced during the show.

Past Innovations, Real Impact

SIAL Innovation alumni include industry trailblazers whose products have gone on to disrupt categories and inspire new consumer habits:

Country : Costa Rica
Company : Tertulia Brugge
Product : Gourmet Drip Coffee

Selected For : The practicality and the concept of coffee in a dispenser pack that simply sits in your cup.

Country : China
Company : Inner Mongolia Ganqika Food Co
Product : Ambassador Kang

Selected For : The offer of soy sauce with milk.

Country : Thailand
Company : Thaicoco
Product : Plant based coconut cream soup.

Selected For : The width of the range and the 100% plant-based composition

Country : Indonesi
Company : Anhui clerver mama food science & technology co.
Product : Clever mama yoghurt/pudding

Selected For : The flan-style and the originality of the packaging to go.

Country : India
Company : Puranda Highlands
Product : Fig Juice

Selected For : The naturalness of the product and the functional intake.

Country : India
Company : La presserie
Product : Cold pressed cocktail mixes

Selected For : The frozen to seal infreshness of ingredients, and the wide range of cocktail preparations

Take the Next Step

Are you ready to take your innovation global? Show the world what you’ve created. Join the ranks of SIAL Innovation pioneers!

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