FoodTech Conference & Exhibition 2026

FoodTech: Ireland’s premier gathering for professionals driving the future of the Food & Beverage manufacturing sector. Taking place on June 26th, 2026 at Johnstown Estate, Meath, this one-day event brings together industry leaders, innovators, suppliers, engineers, and policymakers to explore cutting-edge solutions across the entire food * beverage production and processing ecosystem.

As Ireland’s largest manufacturing sector, the food and beverage industry plays a vital role in the national economy, employing a substantial workforce and contributing significantly to GDP. FoodTech offers a dedicated platform to spotlight innovation, sustainability, automation, digital transformation, packaging, traceability, safety, and supply chain resilience in a rapidly evolving sector.

Whether you’re a manufacturer, processor, food scientist, R&D expert, or technology provider, FoodTech delivers the insights, partnerships, and tools needed to stay competitive in an increasingly global and sustainable marketplace.

Who Should Attend

FoodTech: designed for professionals and organisations across the entire food and beverage manufacturing value chain. If you’re involved in producing, packaging, processing, distributing, or regulating food and drink products, this event is tailored for you.

• Food & beverage manufacturers and processors
• Packaging and automation specialists
• Supply chain and logistics professionals
• R&D and innovation managers
• Sustainability and energy efficiency leads
• Engineering and operations managers
• Quality assurance and food safety officers
• Government agencies and regulatory bodies
• Supermarket and retail chain buyers
• Technology providers and software developers
• Ingredient and raw material suppliers
• Equipment manufacturers and maintenance providers
• Academic and research institutions
• Investors and business development professionals

Core Themes:

• Food & Beverage Manufacturing Innovation
• Automation & Smart Factory Technologies
• Sustainability & Energy Efficiency
• Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0
• Food Safety, Quality Control & Traceability
• Packaging Technology & Materials Innovation
• Cold Chain & Logistics Optimization
• Waste Reduction & Circular Economy Solutions
• Plant-Based, Alternative & Functional Foods
• Regulatory Compliance & Food Standards
• Supply Chain Resilience & Risk Management
• Workforce Skills & Talent Development
• Clean Label & Consumer Demand Trends
• R&D, Product Innovation & New Ingredients
• AI, Robotics & Predictive Analytics in F&B