Alimentaria FoodTech 2026 and FIAB strengthen their strategic alliance to boost innovation in the value chain

 

Alimentaria Exhibitions, society of Fira de Barcelona, and the Federación Española de Industrias de Alimentación y Bebidas (FIAB) have renewed their collaboration agreement to organize the next edition of Alimentaria FoodTech, which will take place from October 6 to 8, 2026 at the venue Gran VíaThis strategic alliance seeks to boost R&D&I and strengthen the participation of technology companies and startups in the agri-food sector.

 

Strategic integration into decision-making bodies

 

Within the framework of this renewed agreement, FIAB assumes a leading role by joining directly into Organizing Committee of the fair. This advisory body is fundamental to the design of the event, as it is made up of representatives from industry, sector associations, leading companies and experts from the agri-food ecosystem.

 

The objective of this integration is to provide a cross-sectional view of the value chain. As has been highlighted Albert Puxan, President of Alimentaria FoodTechThe presence of the federation implies "incorporating a strategic and integrative vision". Puxan He notes that this participation "will enrich the quality and diversity of visitors and allow us to continue growing as a benchmark platform for technological solutions for the entire food industry."

 

Boosting Startups and Technological Innovation

 

In addition to its organizational role, FIAB will be part of Scientific Comittee from the competition, from where it will carry out concrete actions to promote entrepreneurship and research:

• Management of the Emprende Awards: FIAB She will serve as president of the jury for these awards, designed to recognize projects that contribute to technological innovation in food transformation and preservation.
• Boosting Startups: The event will encourage the active participation of emerging technology companies.
• Technology Platform: The federation will contribute its experience leading the platform Food for Life-Spain, a space dedicated to boosting research, development and innovation (R&D&I) in the sector.

 

The following details the key information about the upcoming edition and the scope of the collaboration:

 

Concept	Detail
Event	Alimentaria FoodTech
Dates	From 6 to October 8 from 2026
Location	Enclosure Gran Vía de Fira de Barcelona
New Roles of FIAB	Member of the Organizing Committee and the Scientific Committee
Focus of Innovation	Presidency of the jury of the Emprende Awards and management of Food for Life-Spain

 

Consolidation of the food technology sector

 

The renewal of the agreement underscores the importance of public-private and trade association collaboration for the advancement of the sector. Eduardo Cotillas, R&D&i director of FIAB, has highlighted these alliances to strengthen industrial positioning. "The fair Alimentaria FoodTech "2026 will be a perfect meeting point for technology companies and the rest of the players in the food industry, where innovation is the fundamental pillar for the future of the sector," he stated. Cotillas.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about the alliance Alimentaria FoodTech y FIAB

 

What role will it play FIAB in the 2026 edition?
FIAB He joins the Organizing Committee and the Scientific Committee, contributing a strategic vision, and will preside over the jury of the Emprende Awards to promote technological entrepreneurship.

 

When and where will the event be held?
The fair will take place from October 6 to 8, 2026 at the venue Gran Vía de Fira de Barcelona.

 

What is Food for Life-Spain And what does it have to do with the fair?
It is a technology platform managed by FIAB which aims to boost R&D&I in the industry. Its expertise will be integrated into the trade fair to promote research and development in food and beverages.