Sigep World 2025: excellence and international scope for Foodservice

by Zeina Nahas
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SIGEP WORLD 2025: EXCELLENCE AND INTERNATIONAL SCOPE FOR FOODSERVICE

18-22 January, Rimini Italy

  • Sigep Italy 2025
  • The 2025 edition of Sigep World – The World Expo for Foodservice Excellence, organised by Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), is preparing to consolidate the show’s role as global event of reference for the foodservice industry. To be held at Fiera di Rimini from 18 to 22 January 2025, the exhibition will offer a focus on five major value chains: gelato, central to the show since its foundation, pastry & chocolate, coffee, bakery and, this edition’s major innovation, pizza. The exhibition area is expanding to 138,000 square metres with the addition of two new halls dedicated to the important pizza sector and a broadening of the offer in terms of product categories and display, with ovens, flours, toppings and equipment for pizzerias and chains confirming Sigep World’s status as the global meeting-place for all aspects of the foodservice industry. International Scope and Networking Sigep World 2025 will be hosting exhibitors from 33 countries, mainly (apart from Italy) from Germany, Spain, China, France, Turkey, Belgium, Poland and the United States, nations of crucial importance for the development of business relationships within the 5 communities represented at the show. The international drive will be highlighted and enhanced by the strategic business matching programs: more than 520 buyers from 79 countries, including the United States, India, Canada, Brazil, Turkey and China, have already signed up to the Top Buyers’ Program organised to facilitate the coming-together of demand and supply at the show. Their profiles are highly diversified, representing all the main Foodservice actors: 34% are from chains - including gelaterias, restaurants, quick service restaurants, patisseries, coffee shops, bakeries, pizzerias and hotel chains – while 28% represent producers and artisanal food creators. The spread is completed by 20% importers, 14% distributors and 4% representing retail chains and institutional catering. Also present will be more than 2,500 European buyers from Spain, Germany, France, Romania, Greece and the United Kingdom, the addressees of the Premium Program. One major innovation on the international side is the Guest Country project: starting from this edition Sigep World will be spotlighting a specific country every year. The 2025 Guest Country will be Saudi Arabia, a market with great potential that is making impressive progress in the tourism and hospitality sector thanks to huge investments, with the aim of positioning itself as an international tourist destination. Focus on Sustainability and Innovation Sigep World 2025 will focus strongly on sustainability with the new Sustainability District, dedicated to the promotion of sustainable practices in the coffee and cocoa supply chains. Countries of origin including Ecuador, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Venezuela, Colombia, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, Ivory Coast and Kenya will be presenting their products of excellence and seeking to build ethical, sustainable relationships. Technological innovation will be a constant across every value chain, making the exhibition a fine showcase for the latest trends and innovative solutions that are transforming the global foodservice world. Foodservice technologies will be highlighted thanks to partnerships with the industry’s leading associations, and exhibitors displaying the latest innovations in terms of machinery and equipment, from gelato to catering. As part of this focus, the “Taste of Tomorrow” concept offers a combination of technology and biobuilding to reinvent sustainable catering venues. The Fiera di Rimini exhibition halls will also host the 46th edition of Sigep World competitions on a national and international scale, including the Italian Pastry Championship, Pizza Senza Frontiere – World Pizza Champions Games, Bread in the City – Bakery World Cup and the Gelato Europe Cup. There will also be 40 international events, with talks – including Sigep Vision, the international Foodservice Trends Observatory, offering insights into the market’s evolutions - and competitions involving 60 high-profile speakers from the Out-Of-Home industry. Sigep World 2025 will therefore again be an appointment not to be missed for professionals and businesses wishing to stay ahead of the trends and consolidate their market share: Rimini looks forward to hosting excellence in the foodservice industry
  • SIGEP WORLD 2025: EXCELLENCE AND INTERNATIONAL SCOPE FOR FOODSERVICE
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Taking place from January 18-22 at Fiera di Rimini, Sigep World 2025 reaffirms its position as the leading global platform for the foodservice sector, bringing together industry leaders to celebrate excellence and foster innovation.

A Truly International Gathering

This year’s edition will feature exhibitors from 33 countries, including Italy, Germany, Spain, China, France, Turkey, Belgium, Poland, and the United States. The event’s international focus is further elevated through strategic business matching initiatives designed to seamlessly connect supply with demand.

Over 520 buyers from regions as diverse as India, China, and Canada have already registered, with an additional 2,500 European buyers from Spain, Germany, France, Romania, Greece, and the UK invited under Sigep’s premium program. A highlight of Sigep’s international outreach is the Guest Country project, spotlighting a specific nation each year. For 2025, Saudi Arabia takes center stage, reflecting its burgeoning tourism and hospitality potential.

Spotlight on Sustainability and Innovation

Sigep World 2025 places sustainability at its core with the introduction of the Sustainability District, showcasing ethical practices in coffee and cocoa supply chains. Exhibitors from countries like Ecuador and Costa Rica will highlight sustainable products and forge meaningful partnerships.

Innovation is another cornerstone, with cutting-edge technologies shaping foodservice value chains. From advanced solutions to reimagined venues, the Taste of Tomorrow concept merges technological advancements with biobuilding to present sustainable catering spaces for the future.

Exciting Competitions and Insights

The event will host its 46th edition of competitions, including the renowned Pizza Senza Frontiere, Gelato Europe Cup, and Bakery World Cup, drawing top talent from across the globe. Attendees can also join 40 international events, such as the Sigep Vision Talks, where 60 industry leaders will share insights into evolving trends in the global foodservice market.

Sigep World 2025 promises to set the stage for a transformative experience, blending international collaboration, sustainability, and innovation to redefine the future of the foodservice industry.

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