The meat industry faces fast changes in processing and channel strategies, and in October the professional calendar moves to BolognaFiere. I Meat 2026 brings together manufacturers, distributors and buyers from foodservice and retail for three days of direct negotiation and live showcases.
Tenth edition at Bologna Exhibition Centre
I Meat marks its tenth edition from 11 to 13 October 2026 at the Bologna Exhibition Centre. The move to BolognaFiere aims to provide larger exhibition space and stronger European connectivity. This edition positions I Meat 2026 as a focused meeting point for the full meat value chain.
Practical information for I Meat 2026
Dates 11–13 October 2026. Venue Bologna Exhibition Centre. The event is organized on a B2B basis for professionals in hospitality, retail and the food industry. Ticketing and logistical details are published through the event site and the venue channels.
Key figures and international reach
Reported figures indicate around 9,000 visitors and about 200 exhibitors, with an exhibition area of roughly 14,500 m². For the third consecutive time I Meat is listed as an international fair, underlining its role in facilitating exhibitors’ access to foreign markets.
Companies and sectors attending I Meat 2026
Exhibitors include providers of processing equipment, producers of meat products, distributors for horeca and specialized retail, and suppliers of butchery and packaging solutions. The audience is composed of purchasing managers and decision makers in both the hospitality and retail channels.
Preparing B2B prospecting at I Meat 2026
Set clear commercial goals before arrival. Map target decision profiles and prepare product samples or case studies that demonstrate cost reduction or operational improvement. Bring concise technical datasheets to speed up conversations and schedule stand meetings in advance. Prioritize meetings with retail buyers and hospitality procurement managers to maximize impact, leveraging I Meat’s international profile to open export discussions.
Closing note and official link
I Meat 2026 arrives as the sector adjusts operations and distribution strategies. For companies offering processing, packaging or hospitality solutions, the event concentrates high-value interlocutors over three days. Plan your presence and registration through the official site http://www.imeat.it to secure meeting slots and exhibition details.
