FoodTech Qld returns to the Gold Coast in 2025

FoodTech Qld returns to the Gold Coast in 2025 with a renewed focus on technology and innovation. Taking place from 19–20 June at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, the show will feature technological advancements in food production, food science, supply chain, distribution and warehousing, food safety, processing, packaging and plant equipment.

FoodTech Qld serves as a key platform for more than 3000 professionals from the food and beverage manufacturing industry to drive business growth, introduce cutting-edge technologies and promote invaluable networking opportunities. Visitors will gain direct access to more than 140 leading suppliers showcasing breakthrough solutions that are revolutionising the food production and processing landscape. Event highlights are listed below.

FoodTech Qld conference

A two-day conference will run alongside the exhibition, offering actionable insights from subject matter experts on emerging trends and technologies that are shaping the future of food and beverage production. These sessions are designed to tackle the biggest challenges facing today’s food manufacturers.

Interactive exhibits

From advanced filling line equipment and automated packaging systems to digital measuring solutions and sustainable packaging options, the exhibition show floor will cover every aspect of food technology.

Supplier engagement

Attendees will have direct contact with leading solutions providers and innovators who are defining the future of food manufacturing and production. Discover new products, technologies and services that can help scale business operations whilst improving the bottom line.

Networking opportunities

Across both days of the exhibition, visitors will have access to the Networking Lounge, sponsored by Mosca, where they can mix with the rising stars and leading brands in food manufacturing and production. There will also be an official Networking Party at QT’s Stingray Lounge on the evening of day one, 19 June. These opportunities offer a relaxed environment to forge new partnerships and strengthen existing ones.

As ‘The Destination For Food Innovation’, the focus of FoodTech is on uniting the most cutting-edge food manufacturing and technology solutions at a single, premier event on the Gold Coast. In 2025, the show will cater to a new generation of tech-advanced food manufacturers alongside a strong presence of traditional equipment suppliers.

“FoodTech is a must-attend event for food processors and manufacturers looking to drive growth, boost efficiency and build a more sustainable future for their business. With a curated conference program, great networking opportunities, and exhibitors showcasing advanced food and drink technologies, it’s the ideal meeting place for manufacturers to source new ideas and innovative solutions to tackle their key business challenges,” said Jon Treherne, FoodTech Qld Event Director.

About FoodTech Qld

FoodTech is Queensland’s leading trade exhibition for the food and beverage manufacturing industry. Bringing together connections, innovations and solutions, it is an essential platform for discovering the latest trends and exploring the future of food and drink technology.

FoodTech Qld is brought to you by the team behind foodpro, Australia’s most trusted food manufacturing event. For more information, visit https://foodtechqld.com.au/.