Why Exhibit SIAL ASEAN 2018?

Sial asean-manila 2018 key figures:

• 5,000 Buyers from 24 Countries
• 92% of visitors were Decision Makers or Influencers
• 120 Hosted Buyers from 16 countries attended
• 350 meetings with domestic and international exhibitors were conducted during the event
• US$ 958,567 worth of media coverage generated (2014 and 2018)

A growing demand for western products:

• The Philippines is the 3rd food market in South East Asia
• A US$ 51.3 billion market, with an estimated growth of 3.6%  per year in 2014 and 2018
• The Philippines is a net importer of agrifood products with a trade deficit of US$ 1 billion in 2013
• Low taxation on food imports for products which do not compete with local productions: VAT on imported products between 10% and 12%
• Emergence of a young urban population, consuming foreign products
• A growing demand for “ready to eat” products (US$ 9 billion for packaged products) and fresh products with a high added value

A market with high potential:

The ASEAN was created in 1967. It is one of the most dynamic regions in the world.

• Geo-political and economic organisation of 10 countries: the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam
• These 10 countries are all part of the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA) since 1993 and will constitute a single market by 2018
• European Union’s 3rd trading partner
• GDP growth rate of 5.8% per year
• 618 million consumers: 10% of the world’s population
• Uprising middle class: GDP per person tripled in ASEAN between 1994 and 2011

Why Visit SIAL ASEAN Manila 2018?

SIAL Asean-Manila 2018 key figures:

• 300 exhibitors from 16 countries
• 6 product zones namely meat, biscuit, cacao, coffee, organic products, seafood
• 15 product categories
• Exhibition area of 7,000sqm
• 186 domestic exhibitors from 7 regions
• 93% of visitors are satisfied with the event

The Philippines:

Philippines, the strongest growth rate in South East Asia

• A population of 100 million inhabitants (2013), 12th most populated country in the world
• 65% of the population is under 30 years old
• Continuous economic and commercial reform: WTO, ASEAN, free trade agreement between ASEAN and Asia-Pacific countries
• Highest GDP growth rate in ASEAN: 6.6% per year*
• Western way of life: Spanish and American influence
• One of the highest English-literate workforces in the world

Highlights of SIAL ASEAN Philippines 2018:

• Hosted Buyers Programme

A programme conducted by SIAL ASEAN-Manila where 100 of the top selected ASEAN buyers will be invited and hosted throughout the event.

• Sial Innovation

A showcase of the market’s best innovations, SIAL Innovation is a product exhibit curated by a jury of food experts that puts a spotlight on outstanding new products that possesses a true mark of innovation.  

• La Cuisine by SIAL

An area for in-the-kitchen demonstrations and training taking place throughout the event. The kitchen will welcome local and international food service professionals and chefs

• world Tour by SIAL

A key SIAL event, World Tour is an exclusive content prepared by 28 top food journalists to showcase the various food cultures around the world, its latest food trends, and retail system.

• Free Seminars

SIAL ASEAN-Manila offers free registrations for seminars and talks conducted by notable industry professionals who emphasize on the latest trends and technologies present in the global food industry today. 

Products of Food Industry Trade Fair Philippines 2018:

• Bakery
• Canned and Preserved Products
• Confectionery
• Cured Meats, Deli
• Dairy Products, Eggs
• Frozen Food
• Fruits and Vegetables
• Gourmet & Fine Food
• Grocery Products
• Health Products and Food Supplement
• Ingredients and Outsourcing Solutions
• Meat, Poultry
• Non-Alcoholic Beverages
• Organic Products
• Prepared Meals, and Convenience Products
• Seafood