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Booth Media – The restaurant, catering and fast food industry in Iran has experienced significant growth. This growth is not only due to the increase in domestic demand, but also due to the emergence of advanced technologies and equipment in the field of industrial kitchens and food service management. In this regard, the third specialized exhibition of the Food Industry and Restaurant Equipment Exhibition, Catering, Fast Food, Equipment and Related Industries, as a key event, was held in Iran from February 13 to 16 to provide a platform for introducing the latest achievements, strengthening networking and facilitating business exchanges.
Exhibition opens with the presence of prominent activists
The specialized exhibition of food industries and restaurant equipment was opened in the presence of Mehrnoush Mofidi, a member of the board of directors of the Islamic Republic of Iran International Exhibitions Joint Stock Company, and a group of senior managers, producers, and food industry activists. At the opening ceremony, Mofidi emphasized the role of this event in “improving food industry standards” and “creating opportunities for cooperation between domestic players.” He also referred to the exhibition as a “bridge between technology and the consumer market” that can contribute significantly to the qualitative growth of food services in the country.
Exhibition details: From industrial equipment to food service innovations
During this period, 65 domestic companies presented a complete overview of the food industry value chain by presenting diverse products and services. The most important sections of the exhibition included the following:
1. Industrial kitchens : displaying the latest models of cooking equipment, advanced ventilation and waste management systems.
2. Restaurant and coffee shop supplies : from special containers to tables designed with environmentally friendly technologies.
3. Catering technologies : intelligent food storage systems, specialized transportation equipment and modern packaging.
4. Related industries : including raw material suppliers, restaurant management software and financial and marketing consulting services.
The exhibition was met with a remarkable reception from small and medium-sized business owners (SMEs) and well-known brands, indicating the dynamism of this industry in Iran.
Expected goals and achievements
The organizers of this event have defined the following key objectives for it:
- Networking : Creating opportunities for direct interaction between producers, suppliers, and end consumers.
- Knowledge exchange : Holding technical meetings and introducing global standards in the fields of health and energy management.
- Facilitating the introduction of new technologies : Helping businesses update their product lines and services.
- Supporting domestic production : demonstrating the capabilities of Iranian companies in competing with foreign products.
A look at the future of the food industry in Iran
According to published statistics, the food and beverage industry market in Iran will grow by 8% annually until 1405. Exhibitions like this, by introducing affordable and sustainable technologies, can make an effective contribution to realizing this prediction. Also, the increased presence of knowledge-based companies in future editions of this event promises deeper developments in areas such as artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) in restaurant management.
Scheduling and public access
The exhibition will be open to visitors until February 16 at the permanent site of Iran International Exhibitions. Visiting hours for industry activists and the general public are from 10:00 to 20:00. The organizers have provided facilities such as free entry for registered trade groups and specialized tours.
Conclusion
The third specialized exhibition of food industry and restaurant equipment is considered a strategic opportunity to identify the capacities and challenges of this industry. By focusing on innovation and supply chain development, this event plays an effective role in synergy between different sectors. In the future, the continuation of holding such exhibitions with wider participation of the private sector and governmental institutions can turn Iran into one of the regional hubs in the food industry.