Food & Beverages Events in Nigeria

Foodpack Africa Nigeria

Foodpack Africa Nigeria: Advancing Food Processing and Packaging Innovation in West Africa

Foodpack Africa Nigeria is rapidly emerging as a premier tradeshow in the West African region, dedicated to the food processing, packing, and packaging industries, with a special focus on the thriving food and beverages sector. Scheduled to take place at the prestigious Landmark Centre in Lagos, this high-impact event is organized by MXM Exhibitions and aims to position Nigeria at the heart of the continent’s food industry transformation.

As Africa's largest economy and one of the most populous countries globally, Nigeria represents a significant growth market for food production, processing, and packaging. Foodpack Africa Nigeria is designed to tap into this potential by offering a comprehensive platform for industry professionals to connect, learn, and do business in a fast-evolving marketplace.

An Essential Meeting Ground for the Food and Beverage Ecosystem

The exhibition brings together a diverse audience—from established global brands and regional manufacturers to technology suppliers and local entrepreneurs—creating a collaborative atmosphere where business and innovation go hand in hand.

Key Sectors Represented at the Event:

Food processing machinery and technologies

Primary and secondary food packaging

Beverage production and bottling solutions

Packaging materials (plastics, paper, aluminum, bio-based)

Labeling, coding, and tracking systems

Cold storage, logistics, and distribution technologies

Food safety, quality control, and automation systems

By covering the entire food production and packaging value chain, Foodpack Africa Nigeria enables attendees to explore complete solutions under one roof.

Why Lagos? The Commercial Pulse of West Africa

Lagos, Nigeria's bustling economic hub, is the perfect host city for this event. With its growing middle class, increasing demand for packaged food products, and expanding retail infrastructure, Lagos serves as a strategic entry point into both Nigeria’s domestic market and the broader West African region.
Advantages of Hosting in Lagos:

Proximity to key manufacturing and distribution hubs

Access to a large base of food and beverage consumers

Excellent connectivity for international exhibitors and delegates

A growing infrastructure for trade fairs and industrial development

The Landmark Centre, with its world-class facilities and central location, further enhances the accessibility and prestige of the event.

A Showcase of Cutting-Edge Food Packaging Innovations

One of the major attractions at Foodpack Africa Nigeria is its extensive exhibition of technologies and products that are driving the food packaging sector forward. In a market where efficiency, sustainability, and compliance are critical, the event introduces solutions tailored to both large-scale manufacturers and smaller local enterprises.

Attendees Can Expect to Discover:

Sustainable and biodegradable packaging alternatives

Smart packaging with traceability and shelf-life indicators

Fully automated filling, sealing, and packing machines

Flexible packaging formats for diverse product categories

Customized solutions for the African food supply chain

These innovations are essential as Nigerian and African producers strive to meet global quality standards and compete in international markets.

Business Networking That Opens Doors to New Markets

Beyond its product displays, Foodpack Africa Nigeria is an active networking hub where professionals from across the supply chain converge to build relationships, strike deals, and explore future collaborations.

Networking Opportunities Include:

Direct meetings with equipment and technology suppliers

B2B matchmaking sessions with potential buyers and partners

Industry mixers and informal gatherings for relationship building

Panel discussions that foster open dialogue between stakeholders

Whether you're a startup exploring growth opportunities or an established business seeking local partnerships, the event provides a powerful platform for expansion.

A Knowledge-Sharing Environment Through Forums and Talks

Education is another cornerstone of the Foodpack Africa Nigeria experience. Throughout the event, visitors can attend insightful talks, panel sessions, and live demonstrations that offer practical knowledge and strategic insight into the food processing and packaging industries.

Topics Commonly Explored Include:

Emerging consumer trends in African food markets

Packaging sustainability and waste reduction strategies

Meeting international food safety and export requirements

Digital transformation in food manufacturing

Building supply chain resilience in emerging economies

These sessions are led by a combination of regional experts, global consultants, and pioneering innovators, ensuring a well-rounded view of the opportunities and challenges ahead.

Who Should Attend Foodpack Africa Nigeria?

This tradeshow is designed for a wide audience of professionals involved in the production, processing, packaging, distribution, and marketing of food and beverages.
Ideal Attendees Include:

Food and beverage manufacturers

Packaging technology providers

Importers, exporters, and wholesalers

Supermarkets and retailers

Logistics and cold chain companies

Food safety and compliance officers

Product development and R&D teams

Investors and government agencies

Whether you’re looking to source equipment, explore technology partnerships, or gain insight into market trends, Foodpack Africa Nigeria offers tangible benefits and ROI.

A Gateway to the Future of African Food Packaging

Africa’s food and beverage industry is undergoing a significant transformation. Rising urbanization, changing dietary habits, and improved access to technology are reshaping how food is produced, packaged, and consumed across the continent. Foodpack Africa Nigeria stands at the intersection of these changes, offering a forward-thinking, solutions-driven event tailored to today’s challenges and tomorrow’s possibilities.

The event also supports local innovation and entrepreneurship, spotlighting homegrown solutions and providing SMEs with a platform to scale their technologies and business models.

Be Part of Nigeria’s Most Influential Packaging Event

As Nigeria strengthens its role as a regional powerhouse in food manufacturing, Foodpack Africa Nigeria is set to become a critical part of the industry’s ecosystem. From technological showcases and high-impact networking to forward-thinking seminars, the event is designed to empower businesses, inspire innovation, and build bridges across the continent and beyond.

Join us in Lagos at the Landmark Centre and take part in shaping the next chapter of food packaging and processing excellence in Africa.

Agrofood Nigeria

"Agrofood Nigeria is a significant annual trade fair that has been held at the Landmark Centre in Lagos since 2015, serving as a central platform for fostering business relationships and networking in key industries such as agriculture, livestock breeding, food technology, beverages, and packaging. Over the years, it has become a vital event for professionals in these sectors, bringing together an eclectic mix of visitors from across Nigeria. Organized by Fairtrade Messe und Ausstellungs GmbH & Co. KG, a respected name in the trade fair industry, Agrofood Nigeria stands out as a hub for innovation, collaboration, and the exchange of cutting-edge knowledge.

The fair covers a wide spectrum of themes that reflect the diversity of Nigeria's agricultural and food industries. These include agriculture and livestock farming, food and beverage technology, and hospitality. Exhibitors from all over the world showcase a rich variety of products and services under different segments such as Agro, Food + Bev Tec, Food Ingredients, and Food + Hospitality. Attendees can explore state-of-the-art equipment for livestock, fish, and poultry farming, as well as advanced storage and feeding systems, grain systems, and irrigation technologies. The event also features dairy processing equipment, veterinary supplies, and food processing machinery, highlighting Nigeria’s growing interest in boosting efficiency and sustainability in food production and agriculture.

One of the most important aspects of Agrofood Nigeria is its focus on food production and preservation technologies. With innovations in bottling plants, slaughtering, cooling techniques, and packaging machines, the fair showcases the future of food processing in the region. The emphasis on packaging and the entire food supply chain helps bridge the gap between producers and consumers, ensuring that food can be efficiently produced, stored, and transported while maintaining quality. Additionally, food ingredients such as flavors, sauces, cocoa butter, dyes, and enzymes are also a key feature of the fair, catering to the expanding Nigerian food and beverage industry, which continues to evolve and diversify.

The event’s appeal extends beyond the products on display to include a strong educational component, featuring high-level conferences and discussions with international experts. These events facilitate the exchange of knowledge and expertise, keeping local stakeholders informed about the latest trends and innovations in the agricultural and food sectors. For Nigeria, this exchange of technology and information is particularly valuable, as it supports the country’s goal of modernizing its agricultural practices, increasing food security, and fostering sustainable development.

Agrofood Nigeria is more than just an exhibition—it’s an opportunity for foreign exporters to connect with local importers, suppliers, and business leaders. As the country’s agricultural sector expands and diversifies, events like this provide invaluable opportunities for international companies to tap into the Nigerian market. The fair draws a targeted audience of decision-makers, importers, technology providers, and other key professionals who are looking for new products, services, and business opportunities. It’s a place where global trends meet local needs, and where industry players can forge new partnerships that drive growth and innovation.

Beyond the business transactions, Agrofood Nigeria also plays an essential role in advancing Nigeria’s agricultural and food industries by providing a platform for both local and international companies to learn, grow, and collaborate. The connections made at the fair have the potential to impact the future of food production, processing, and distribution in the region, ultimately benefiting consumers and businesses alike. This makes Agrofood Nigeria a vital event for anyone involved in agriculture, food production, and hospitality in the country."