Savoured by more, alluring the finest THAIFEX— World of food ASIA concluded on a successful note for the second time in Bangkok and once more sharpened its profile as the central platform for the food and beverage business in Southeast Asia. THAIFEX— World of food ASIA brought together 855 suppliers from 32 countries, who presented products and services in 7 halls, spanning across 42,000 square metres.The trade fair was officially opened by the distinguished guest, H.E. Mr. Suriya Lapvisutisin, Thailand’s Deputy Minister of Commerce.

Exhibitors unanimously praised the trade visitors coming from almost 100 countries, calling them strongly represented, expert and equipped with a high degree of decision-making authority. More than 660 overseas trade mission buyers from over 30 countries attended the fair with a core sourcing mission.

Increased visitorship was registered mainly from the USA, Middle Eastern region, Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singapore. In total, some 80,000 visitors, including more than 18,000 trade visitors, flocked to THAIFEX— World of food ASIA 2005.

“For our company, which is targeting to launch our products in Asia, THAIFEX-World of food ASIA definitely provides a great opportunity and a launching pad for our range of products. From the first day of the show, we had established a good number of business contacts and we are taking a huge leap towards our goal of introducing ‘GO-FOR-MORE’ to Thailand and all of Asia.’
Mr. Andreas Vollmost, International Sales Consultant of GO-FOR-MORE.COM

“We are very satisfied with THAIFEX-World of food ASIA as we have managed to meet up with some potential distributors. The organizers have done a good job in organizing and promoting the show. We will definitely return next year for THAIFEX-World of food ASIA.”
Mr. Anton Suwito, PT DUA KELINCI

“This is second time we took part in Thaifex since last year 2004 and we have less visitors this year compare with last year same time but we have more quality visitors/ buyers this time. We managed to explore Munchy's further by meeting up visitors from countries that we have not been communicating before. More importantly, the meet up really give us a very promising business opportunities … In short, this is a remarkable trade show for Munchy's.”
Mr. C.K. Tan, Managing Director of Munchy’s Food Industries Sdn Bhd.

“We like the concept of THAIFEX – World of food ASIA, where our customers are exhibiting in the same exhibition with us. This is very important as we are able to showcase our latest technology to our targeted segments readily.”
Mr. Narongsak Tabyam, Country Sales Manager of FMC Technologies ( Thailand) Ltd

Under the umbrella of THAIFEX - World of food ASIA 2005 is a string of supporting programmes offering seminars on current issues affecting the food and beverage industry. Various aspects of the food and beverage industry were addressed at THAIFEX - World of food ASIA 2005.

Some of the current issues presented include:

• ITC (International Trade Center - the technical cooperation agency of UNCTAD and WTO for operational, enterprise-oriented aspects of trade development) Buyers/Sellers Meeting on Fruit & Vegetables
• Fresh Logistic - A Changing Environment by Carter & Spencer
• Food Safety & Labeling Seminars by European Commission Delegation
• EU Food Safety & Labeling Seminars by BVE - Federation of German Food & Drink Industries
• Cooking & Freezing Technology by FMC Technologies (Thailand) Ltd
• Halal Food Conference by Department of Export Promotion / Koelnmesse GmbH
• Market Opportunity for Thai Food in Australia after FTA Thailand-Australia by Department of Export Promotion
• Import Regulations of Fruit and Vegetable in Overseas Market by
  Department of Export Promotion
• Green Tea Market: Case study on OISHI green tea in Southeast
  Asean countries by OISHI Tea
• Coffee Franchise: New trends on consumer behavior by 94 Coffee
• BRC Global Standard for Food by Bureau Veritas (Thailand) Ltd

Making a successful debut this year is the B2B matchmaking programme between exhibitors and the anchor retailer for the Procurement Centre.

During THAIFEX - World of food ASIA 2005, individual business match-making sessions were organized between exhibitors and METRO Cash & Carry Vietnam Limited, which involved critical decision makers who are looking towards establishing long-term business contracts.

Next year, in the pipeline are plans to further enhance this procurement center and also extending the invitation to other major retailers who are looking forward to broaden their market reach.

“We got a lot of interesting meetings with suppliers during THAIFEX – World of food ASIA and also gain much information from regional suppliers, as a chance to review our organization and make future plans to develop our business in Vietnam.”
Ms. Nguyen Thi Thanh Thuy, Senior Buyer - Dry Foods (Food Department) of METRO Cash & Carry Vietnam Ltd .

THAIFEX – World of food ASIA will once again open its door to the international and local industry players in Bangkok, Thailand in 2006.

Exhibitors from each of the 5 sectors of Food & Beverage, Food Catering, Food Technology, Hospitality Services and Retail & Franchise will be returning next year, with more expressing their interest to expand their presence at THAIFEX – World of food ASIA.

To be a part of THAIFEX – World of food ASIA, contact the sales office nearest to your locality NOW!