• Event: Asia Food Expo (AFEX) & FIM Asia 2025

  • Dates: September 3–6, 2025

  • Venue: World Trade Center, Metro Manila

    　

　

1. Exhibitor Sectors

AFEX 2025 combines two major shows under one roof:

　

- Asia Food Expo (AFEX) – highlights food processing, packaging, automation, refrigeration,

industrial solutions, and engineering technologies.

- FIM Asia (Food Ingredients & Manufacturing Asia) – focuses on food manufacturing, fastmoving

consumer goods (FMCG), ingredients, seasonings, and flavors.

　

AFEX Core Sectors

- Food Processing & Packaging Solutions – equipment for filling, sealing, labeling, wrapping,

bottling, and end-of-line automation.

- Industrial & Automation Technologies – process controls, robotics, instrumentation,

calibration, and industrial tools.

- Machinery & Engineering – heavy machinery, conveyors, stainless steel works, fabrication,

and engineering services.

- Refrigeration & Cooling Systems – commercial and industrial cooling, cold-chain systems,

refrigeration compressors, and freezing technology.

- Suppliers & Industrial Products – adhesives, paints, lubricants, industrial chemicals,

calibration, and utility solutions.

FIM Asia Core Sectors

- Food Manufacturing & FMCG – large-scale food producers, contract manufacturers, and

consumer goods.

- Ingredients & Additives – flavor enhancers, condiments, preservatives, and functional

ingredients.

- Seasonings & Flavors – international and local brands showcasing sauces, spice blends,

marinades, and innovative flavors for the Asian market.

- Beverages & Specialty Foods – drink manufacturers, specialty food brands, and flavor

houses catering to consumer demand.

　

2. Industry Associations & Chambers

Trade organizations and chambers support both AFEX and FIM Asia, providing expanded international reach and industry networks:

　

- Association of Filipino Franchisers Inc. (AFFI)

- Chamber of Herbal Industries of the Philippines

- Hotel and Restaurant Association of the Philippines

- European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP)

- Dutch Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines (DCCP)

- Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines

- Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Manila

- Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) Manila

- La Cámara – Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines

- Malaysian Chamber of Commerce and Industries

- Thai Trade Center Manila (DITP)

- Embassy of Vietnam

　

3. Sponsors

- Booze Online, Inc. (Beverages & Distribution)

- Lalamove Philippines (Logistics & Delivery Solutions)

- UnionBank of the Philippines (Banking & Finance)

　

4. Exhibitor Statistics & Demographics

- Total Exhibitors (Combined AFEX & FIM Asia): 120+ confirmed participants.

　

Sector Breakdown (estimated):

- Food Processing & Packaging (AFEX): ~30%

- Machinery & Engineering (AFEX): ~20%

- Refrigeration & Cooling (AFEX): ~10%

- Industrial & Automation (AFEX): ~15%

- Food & Beverage Manufacturing (FIM Asia): ~10%

- Ingredients, Seasonings & Flavors (FIM Asia): ~10%

- FMCG Products & Specialty Foods (FIM Asia): ~5%

　

Geographic Distribution:

- Local Exhibitors: Strong base from Metro Manila, CALABARZON, and Luzon hubs.

- International Exhibitors: Key representation from Taiwan, China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia,

Thailand, Turkey, and Europe.

- Chambers & Embassies: 12 confirmed, facilitating cross-border trade.

　

Business Profile:

- SMEs to Large Corporations across the supply chain.

- High presence of OEMs, distributors, and technology providers.

- Exhibitors are B2B-focused, aiming for food processors, packaging plants, manufacturers,

and FMCG buyers.

　

Visitor Demographics (Projected):

- Local Buyers: Food & beverage producers, packaging companies, distributors, retailers,

and manufacturers.

- International Buyers: Importers, processors, food manufacturers, and trade missions.

- Visitor Count: Estimated 30,000+ trade visitors across the 4-day event.

　

5. Observations

- AFEX & FIM Asia 2025 strengthens its dual-show format, expanding beyond equipment

and machinery into food manufacturing, FMCG, ingredients, and flavors.

- Exhibitor sectors are well-balanced between technology-driven solutions (AFEX) and

consumer-driven products (FIM Asia).

- Strong international presence guarantees wider networking opportunities.

- Sponsors from diverse industries (finance, logistics, beverages) reflect the cross-sector

relevance of the event.

- With over 120 exhibitors and 30,000 projected trade visitors, the event is set to become a

key B2B platform for the Asian food and manufacturing industry.