Demand for automation, traceability and resource efficiency is reshaping food and beverage production. Anuga Foodtec 2027 takes place from 23 to 26 February 2027 in Cologne at the Exhibition Centre Cologne and presents end-to-end technology for the industry.
Dates and venue in Cologne
Anuga Foodtec 2027 runs from 23 to 26 February 2027 at the Exhibition Centre Cologne. The fair is organised across dedicated segments including Automation, Digitalisation, Environment & Energy, Filling & Packaging, Intralogistics, Processing, Safety & Analytics and Science & Pioneering.
Sectors and company profiles on show
Exhibitors cover machinery builders, automation vendors, packaging specialists and providers of analytics and safety systems. The visitor profile spans manufacturers, procurement and engineering teams looking for solutions ranging from entry-level equipment to high-end production systems.
Key activities and thematic hubs
The event features focused hubs that make technological trends tangible. The Community Hub SMART highlights AI, robotics and cyber security with interactive formats and showcases. The Community Hub SUSTAINABLE focuses on resource efficiency, circular packaging and alternative proteins. Additional stages such as the Innovation Stage and thematic zones including Pet Food Zone and Cultivated Zone allow targeted comparisons across applications.
Key figures for Anuga Foodtec 2027
Reference figures from the previous cycle show the scale of the fair. The event draws 38,427 visitors from 133 countries and hosts 1,307 exhibitors across 118,000 m². Nine of ten top players in the food and beverage industry take part, concentrating technical and purchasing decision makers.
Practical advice for B2B prospecting
Map target companies in the exhibitor directory and schedule short, focused meetings to see live demos and assess integration requirements. Prioritise vendors with comparable case studies and request implementation references. On site, bring concise technical briefs and clearly defined procurement criteria to turn conversations into next steps. For exhibitors, prepare repeatable demos and commercial packages to facilitate post-show follow-up.
Closing note and official link
Anuga Foodtec 2027 highlights how automation, digital twins and sustainable packaging interact to improve process reliability and reduce waste at production scale. If your goal is to benchmark technologies and shortlist suppliers, plan meetings in advance and focus on on-floor demonstrations. Find practical details on registration and programme at the official site http://www.anugafoodtec.de
