More information on IFEX PHILIPPINES - International Food Exhibition Philippines
Celebrate the flavors of the world and unlock an exciting array of food finds that cater to the global palate at the 8th IFEX Philippines! Feast your taste buds and sample more than the usual fare of savory culinary pleasures in this top-of-the-line food event where food and sourcing are turned into an entirely superb experience.
IFEX Philippines provides gainful business opportunities for importers, exporters, retailers, wholesalers, and manufacturers eyeing both the local and international markets. Evolving and expanding, this event features shows within a show that highlight fresh ideas, valuable industry information, and exciting competitions and activities.
IFEX recognizes the immense potential of the Philippine food industry to sell locally and make it big internationally. Since its inception in 2003, IFEX Philippines has continued to enjoy steady growth in terms of exhibitor participation, buyer and visitor attendance, and sales generation. Led by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), an exports promotions agency of the Department of Trade and Industry, this annual event provides a venue for Philippine food companies to address new markets, launch their products as well as meet and do business with buyers from around the world.
With the help of the Foreign Trade Service Corps. situated in key cities around the globe, IFEX becomes an internationally-promoted event that attracts significant buyers. Last May 2010, IFEX played host to Singapore’s largest retailer and one of the Middle East’s largest restaurant, food processing, distribution, and food retail companies. This is aside from the new and regular buyers from Australia, Japan, China, South Korea, United Kingdom, and United States. A truly progressive trade event, IFEX 2010 once again posted gains with US$65.5 million export sales and Php 45 million retail sales during its 3-day run.