The Tasty Treasures of the Sea: Seafood Expo Asia Unveils its 2024 Edition in Singapore with a Global Gathering of Exhibitors.

• Equipment and service companies from 46 countries are set to exhibit their latest seafood processing innovations at the upcoming expo.
• The event offers a unique platform for seafood professionals to explore new products, identify emerging opportunities, stay updated with market trends, and forge valuable connections with suppliers and partners from across the globe.

Get ready for the highly anticipated Seafood Expo Asia, organized by Diversified Communications, taking place from September 4-6 at the Sands Expo Convention Centre in Singapore. This year’s expo boasts an impressive international presence, with exhibitors from 46 countries showcasing their latest offerings in the world of seafood and processing equipment.

One of the highlights of this year’s expo is the debut participation of Azerbaijan, Brazil, Denmark, Morocco, New Caledonia, Qatar, Scotland, Sri Lanka, and Venezuela. In addition, new regional/national pavilions from Japan, Morocco, and Saudi Arabia will add to the diverse range of exhibits. Other participating countries include longstanding favorites such as Australia, Canada, Chile, Ecuador, France, Germany, India, the Netherlands, Norway, Mauritius, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam, and many more.

The exhibit floor will be a bustling hub of activity, with seafood companies showcasing their freshest seafood products and sharing their insights on sustainability and aquaculture best practices. Notable participants include AquaChile, Arakou Fishery LTD., AquaPri A/S, Blumar Seafoods, Caleta Bay Mar SpA, Coast Seafood AS, Cultimer, Ferme Marine de Mahebourg Ltd, Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-op, Hofseth International AS, Marennes Oleron Oysters, I.D.I. Corporation, Loch Duart Salmon, Nordic Kingfish A/S, Seaborn A/S, Sjor AS, South African Farmed Abalone Export Council, The Pirates Co., Ltd., The Seafood Company Pte Ltd., Vinh Hoan Corporation, Zalmhuys Group, and a host of other renowned names in the industry.

Seafood Expo Asia attracts a diverse range of attendees, including decision-makers from airlines, cruise lines, distributors, caterers, hotels, importers, processors, restaurants, supermarkets, wholesalers, and other sectors. High-volume buyers will have the opportunity to take part in the business matchmaking program, tailored to connect them with the right seafood exhibitors. This year’s participating companies include Big C Supercenter Co., Ltd, Central Food Wholesales Ltd., CJ Freshway, EB Services Company Limited, Emart, ITM Alimentaire International, Japanese Consumers’ Co-operative Union, Royal Seafood International Trading Company Limited, SMSI/ Sysco, Trendcell Sdn Bhd (Jaya Grocer), and Yonghui Superstores, among others.

The expo also shines a spotlight on cutting-edge aquaculture technologies and state-of-the-art processing equipment. Companies such as Baader Asia PTE. LTD., D&D Electronics, Co., Ltd, GUNZE LIMITED, Jaw Feng Machinery Co., Ltd., and FrostiX Co., Ltd. will be presenting their innovative solutions. FrostiX Co., Ltd. will particularly intrigue attendees with their freezing technology, HybridICE, designed to enhance food quality and safety by focusing on cellular-level freezing. Additionally, Alpha Aqua A/S will be introducing their Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) technology, offering a sustainable approach to efficient aquaculture.

“We are absolutely thrilled to be a part of Seafood Expo Asia for the very first time,” expressed Yasin Kasa, Chief Commercial Officer of Alpha Aqua A/S. “This expo presents an incredible opportunity to showcase our game-changing Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) technology, which we believe will not only meet the rising demands of the industry but also contribute to a more sustainable future for seafood production. We are eager to connect with industry leaders and attendees alike, sharing insights on how our innovative technologies can positively shape the future of aquaculture.”

The expo also features a range of special events designed to engage and educate attendees. The Young Chef Challenge will take place over the first two days, showcasing the talents of culinary students and professional chefs under 25 as they compete in various onsite challenges before a panel of esteemed judges. These judges include Eric Neo, Executive Chef at Capella Singapore and President of the Singapore Chefs’ Association, Hirofumi Imamura, Chef/Owner of IMAMURA, and Ken Loon Tan, Founder of Naked Finn and Co-Owner of Kelly Private Ltd.

Adding to the excitement, the Oyster Challenge will see chefs showcase their shucking skills and creative sauce pairings, while the Seafood Excellence Asia awards will celebrate the very best new seafood products on offer at the expo.