Seafood Expo Global 2027 – Barcelona, Spain

What to expect

Seafood Expo Global 2027 is one of the world’s largest professional seafood trade events, bringing together seafood buyers, suppliers, processors, distributors, retailers, foodservice companies, aquaculture businesses, equipment manufacturers and service providers from around the world. The event is organised by Diversified and takes place at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, alongside Seafood Processing Global.

The exhibition is designed as a global business marketplace rather than a consumer food festival. Visitors can compare fresh, frozen and processed seafood products, meet suppliers from different countries, investigate new processing technologies and establish commercial relationships across the international seafood supply chain. The organiser describes the event as a major platform for networking, education and business opportunities.

The expo covers both seafood products and the infrastructure needed to produce, process, package, transport and sell them. This makes it particularly relevant to purchasing managers, importers, distributors, retailers, foodservice buyers and seafood-processing professionals.

Key elements include:

• Seafood exhibition: Fresh, frozen, chilled, processed and value-added seafood from international suppliers.
• Processing solutions: Machinery, packaging, refrigeration, freezing, hygiene, quality control and other processing technologies.
• Conference programme: More than 30 educational sessions addressing current seafood industry challenges and opportunities.
• Business networking: Meetings between buyers, suppliers, processors, distributors and service providers.
• Seafood Excellence Global Awards: Recognition of innovative and high-quality seafood products represented at the expo.
• Onsite activities: Cooking demonstrations, oyster-shucking competitions, sponsored presentations, networking activities and educational events.

The latest edition attracted more than 35,500 seafood professionals, with 2,290 exhibiting companies from 85 countries and more than 52,980 square metres of net exhibition space. This demonstrates the international scale visitors can expect from the event.

Event dates

Seafood Expo Global 2027 will take place from 20–22 April 2027 at Fira Barcelona Gran Via in Barcelona, Spain. The official exhibition hours are 10:00–18:00 on 20 April, 10:00–18:00 on 21 April, and 10:00–17:00 on 22 April.

The event is presented together with Seafood Processing Global, allowing visitors to explore seafood products and the technologies, equipment and services used throughout the processing and supply chain.

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Venue & exhibition site

Seafood Expo Global 2027 will be held at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, one of Europe’s major exhibition complexes.

The official venue address is:

Fira Barcelona Gran Via
Av. Joan Carles I, 64
08908 L’Hospitalet de Llobregat
Barcelona, Spain

The Gran Via complex has approximately 240,000 square metres of gross exhibition area, 45 restaurants and approximately 4,580 parking spaces. The venue is positioned between Barcelona and L’Hospitalet de Llobregat and is connected to the city’s metro, rail and bus networks.

The expo uses a substantial portion of the Gran Via complex because of the scale of its international exhibitor base. Seafood Expo Global occupies Halls 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and the Galleria, while Seafood Processing Global is located in Halls 1 and 3.

The venue is also close to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, making it practical for international exhibitors and buyers arriving from overseas.

Full event programme

The 2027 programme is built around exhibitions, educational sessions, business networking and onsite activities. The organiser has confirmed that the conference programme will contain more than 30 educational sessions presented by seafood industry experts.

Alongside the main exhibition, visitors can expect:

• Conference sessions: Educational presentations and expert discussions.
• Keynote presentation: A high-level industry address, with the 2027 keynote still to be announced.
• Sponsored presentations: Industry-led sessions covering particular products, technologies and business issues.
• Cooking demonstrations: Practical demonstrations showing seafood preparation and culinary applications.
• Seafood Excellence Global Awards: Recognition of leading seafood products.
• Oyster Shucking Competition: A specialist competition showcasing professional seafood skills.
• Networking events: Informal and structured opportunities to meet industry professionals.
• Aquaculture-related activities: Content connected with aquaculture innovation, technology and production.

The organiser describes the onsite programme as a combination of free events and conference activities, with the conference programme requiring a Conference Pass.

Key speakers & keynote speakers

The final 2027 speaker lineup has not yet been published. The organiser states that planning for the 2027 conference programme is underway and that speakers will be added to the official speaker page as they are confirmed.

The 2027 programme is expected to draw specialists from across the seafood supply chain, including representatives from aquaculture, fisheries, processing, retail, foodservice, logistics, sustainability, research and international organisations.

The previous programme provides an indication of the calibre of speakers involved. Participants have included experts and representatives from organisations such as:

• FAO: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
• WTO: World Trade Organization.
• WWF: World Wide Fund for Nature.
• National Fisheries Institute: Seafood market and industry specialists.
• Seafood Europe: European seafood industry representatives.
• ANFACO-CYTMA: Spanish seafood and food technology specialists.

The previous keynote was delivered by economist and geopolitical strategist Dr. Nomi Prins, who discussed global economic conditions, trade pressures, market access and their effects on seafood businesses. The organiser has not yet announced the 2027 keynote speaker.

Conference sessions & tracks

The 2027 conference programme will address major commercial, technological, environmental and regulatory issues affecting the global seafood industry.

The organiser has already identified the following subject areas:

• Aquaculture: Production, innovation, fish health, technology and sustainable farming.
• Automation and machine learning: The use of AI, automation and data-driven systems in seafood operations.
• Blue foods strategies and policy: Seafood’s role in food systems, policy and sustainable development.
• Corporate due diligence: Business responsibilities, sourcing requirements and supply-chain compliance.
• Consumption trends: Changing consumer behaviour, preferences and market demand.
• Emerging markets and species: New commercial opportunities and developing seafood categories.
• Processing and equipment: Machinery, processing systems and production efficiency.
• Product innovation and marketing: New products, branding, positioning and market development.
• Seafood business and finance: Commercial performance, investment and financial issues.
• Sustainable innovation: Responsible production and environmental improvements.
• Supply-chain compliance and control: Risk management, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Traceability and transparency: Tracking products and improving supply-chain visibility.

The programme is presented in English and is intended to provide practical information that professionals can apply to their businesses.

Session times & schedule

The detailed 2027 conference timetable has not yet been fully published. The organiser has confirmed that the programme will contain more than 30 educational sessions and will be presented in English.

The previous programme included a mixture of conference sessions, keynote presentations and sponsored sessions throughout the exhibition period. Conference sessions were organised in dedicated conference rooms, while sponsored presentations and other activities took place in separate areas.

Visitors planning their itinerary should allow time for:

• Conference sessions
• Keynote presentation
• Sponsored presentations
• Exhibitor meetings
• Product demonstrations
• Awards activities
• Networking events
• Seafood competitions

The official conference programme will provide individual session titles, speakers, rooms and start and finish times once the 2027 schedule is released.

Ticket types & registration

Seafood Expo Global is a professional B2B event and is not open to the general public. Only qualified seafood industry professionals aged 16 and over may attend.

The official 2027 pricing page states that 2027 pricing has not yet been announced. As a reference, the organiser’s currently published pricing table provides the previous pricing structure:

• Exhibit Hall Only – Standard: $105 early-bird equivalent and $150 onsite equivalent.
• Exhibit Hall Only – Industry Providers: $230 early-bird equivalent and $295 onsite equivalent.
• Conference Pass: $325 early-bird equivalent and $420 onsite equivalent.

These dollar amounts are converted from the organiser’s published euro prices and are provided as previous-edition reference pricing, not confirmed 2027 prices.

The Conference Pass includes access to the exhibition hall, the full conference programme, available digital conference content and free access to the keynote and sponsored presentations. Exhibit Hall Only badges include exhibition access and free access to the keynote and sponsored presentations.

Registration deadlines

The final 2027 registration deadline has not been announced. The official pricing page currently states that visitors can join the organiser’s mailing list to receive notification when registration and pricing are announced.

Professional visitors should register through the official Seafood Expo Global website rather than using unofficial ticket or invitation services.

The organiser also warns attendees about fraudulent companies offering hotel bookings, advertising, data services or attendee lists. Seafood Expo Global states that it and its official vendors do not sell attendee lists.

International visitors who require a visa should allow sufficient processing time. The organiser states that it cannot provide invitation letters specifically for obtaining visas and recommends using the registration confirmation and official event documentation when preparing a visa application.

Exhibitor list & major companies

The official 2027 exhibitor list has not yet been announced. The organiser states that the exhibitor list will be published once available.

The latest completed edition provides a strong indication of the event’s scale. It featured 2,290 exhibiting companies from 85 countries, with suppliers covering seafood products, processing equipment, technology and services.

Major companies represented in the recent exhibition ecosystem have included:

• BAADER: Seafood processing equipment and technology.
• JBT Marel: Food processing machinery and solutions.
• GEA: Food processing and freezing technologies.
• Multivac: Packaging and processing systems.
• CMA CGM: Shipping and logistics.
• MSC: Global shipping and logistics.
• ULMA: Packaging and food processing solutions.
• AKVA Group: Aquaculture technology and equipment.
• Ace Aquatec: Aquaculture and marine technology.
• Saeplast: Seafood processing and storage products.

The processing exhibition has also featured companies such as Cocci Luciano, AQUASORGAL, ECOLAB, NORD Motorreductores, Grupo Eurored and other international suppliers.

Exhibition halls & floor plan

Seafood Expo Global is spread across Halls 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and the Galleria at Fira Barcelona Gran Via. Seafood Processing Global occupies Halls 1 and 3, creating a dedicated concentration of processing-related equipment and services within the wider seafood exhibition.

The exhibition covers an extensive range of product categories, including:

• Fresh seafood
• Frozen seafood
• Processed seafood
• Aquaculture products
• Seafood ingredients
• Packaging
• Processing machinery
• Refrigeration and freezing
• Cold storage
• Hygiene and sanitation
• Quality assurance
• Traceability technology
• Shipping and logistics
• Fish-farming equipment
• Software and digital solutions

The final 2027 floor plan and individual stand locations should be checked through the official digital platform once the exhibitor catalogue is released.

Country and regional pavilions are also an important part of the exhibition. The organiser traditionally brings together national groups that allow buyers to discover suppliers from particular seafood-producing and exporting markets.

Networking & business meetings

Business networking is one of the main purposes of Seafood Expo Global. The event brings together buyers and suppliers from across the seafood supply chain, giving companies opportunities to establish new commercial relationships and strengthen existing partnerships.

The organiser’s visitor profile includes owners, executive purchasing managers, category managers, private-label buyers and equipment and packaging buyers from retail, foodservice and other business categories.

Networking opportunities include:

• Buyer-supplier meetings: Direct conversations between purchasing professionals and suppliers.
• Exhibitor appointments: Pre-arranged meetings with companies exhibiting at the show.
• National pavilions: Concentrated access to suppliers from specific markets.
• Conference networking: Discussions with speakers and other attendees.
• Onsite events: Informal networking around demonstrations, awards and other activities.
• Digital platform: Tools for identifying exhibitors, products and professional contacts.

The latest edition attracted more than 35,500 seafood professionals from 149 countries, highlighting the international nature of the business audience.

Industry sectors & highlights

Seafood Expo Global covers virtually every major commercial segment of the seafood supply chain.

Fresh seafood: Fish, shellfish and other fresh seafood products for retail, foodservice and distribution.

Frozen seafood: Frozen fish, shellfish and prepared products from international producers.

Processed seafood: Canned, smoked, marinated, cooked and other value-added products.

Aquaculture: Farmed seafood, aquaculture equipment, fish health, feeds, water systems and production technology.

Processing technology: Filleting, cutting, sorting, grading, portioning, freezing, chilling and cooking equipment.

Packaging: Containers, packaging machinery, labelling and other packaging-related solutions.

Cold chain: Refrigeration, cold storage, temperature monitoring and logistics solutions.

Traceability: Software and systems supporting product tracking, compliance and supply-chain transparency.

Shipping and logistics: International transportation, freight forwarding, cold-chain logistics and distribution services.

Food safety and quality: Hygiene, sanitation, testing, certification and quality-control solutions.

The 2026 edition also introduced an Aquaculture Innovation Zone with an Innovation Theatre, product pitches and networking opportunities focused on technologies including fish health, water-quality monitoring, AI analytics and sustainable production systems.

Event rules & visitor information

Seafood Expo Global is strictly a professional business-to-business event. The organiser states that only qualified seafood industry professionals aged 16 or above may attend. The event is not open to the general public.

Important visitor rules include:

• Professional access: Attendance is limited to qualified industry professionals.
• Age requirement: No one under 16 is permitted inside the exhibition halls.
• Identification: Visitors should bring government-issued photo identification.
• Security: Visitors should allow additional time for security and bag checks.
• Digital registration: Attendees should keep their registration and badge information accessible.
• Official vendors: Use only the organiser’s authorised suppliers for hotels and related services.

No strollers or infants in carriers are permitted inside the exhibition halls because of the event’s age and safety restrictions.

The organiser also strongly warns against companies claiming to sell attendee lists. Seafood Expo Global and its official vendors do not sell attendee or customer databases.

How to get there

Fira Barcelona Gran Via is located at Av. Joan Carles I, 64, in L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona.

The venue is well connected to Barcelona’s metropolitan transport network and is relatively close to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

International visitors arriving by air can travel from the airport to the exhibition district by metro, bus, taxi or other public transport connections.

Visitors arriving from central Barcelona can use metro or rail services to reach the Gran Via area. Taxi services are also widely available throughout Barcelona.

The venue’s location near major roads makes it accessible by car, although traffic can be significant around large international trade events.

Public transport & parking

Fira Barcelona Gran Via has extensive public transport connections.

• Metro: Fira and Europa/Fira stations provide access to the exhibition area.
• FGC: Europa/Fira offers regional rail connections.
• Bus: Several metropolitan bus services stop near the venue.
• Taxi: Dedicated taxi facilities serve the exhibition complex.
• Airport: Barcelona-El Prat Airport has direct metropolitan transport connections toward the Gran Via area.

The Fira Gran Via complex has approximately 4,580 parking spaces, although availability can be affected by major exhibitions taking place at the venue.

Visitors who are staying in central Barcelona will generally find public transport more convenient than driving because of traffic and parking demand around major trade events.

Accommodation areas

Visitors can stay in several areas that provide convenient access to Fira Gran Via.

L’Hospitalet de Llobregat: The closest accommodation area offers modern business hotels and convenient connections to the exhibition centre.

Plaza Europa: This business district is particularly practical for professionals who want to minimise travel time to the venue.

Sants: The area around Barcelona Sants station offers extensive accommodation and excellent rail and metro connections.

Eixample: A good option for visitors who want a central Barcelona location with restaurants, shopping and nightlife.

Poble-sec: Located near Montjuïc, this area provides restaurants, bars and accommodation with relatively straightforward connections toward the Gran Via district.

The organiser provides an official hotel and travel information page and warns visitors to use authorised vendors because fraudulent accommodation and travel services have targeted attendees in the past.

Previous year’s highlights

The most recent completed edition established a new attendance record for Seafood Expo Global and Seafood Processing Global. More than 35,500 seafood industry professionals attended, while the exhibition brought together 2,290 exhibiting companies from 85 countries across more than 52,980 square metres of net exhibition space.

The edition brought together suppliers of fresh, frozen and processed seafood alongside processing machinery, packaging, refrigeration, aquaculture supplies, hygiene products, quality-control services, logistics and other industry solutions.

The conference programme included more than 30 educational sessions and more than 90 industry experts. Topics covered sustainability, aquaculture, seafood markets, supply chains, trade, consumer trends and other issues affecting the global seafood industry.

A major new feature was the Aquaculture Innovation Zone, which included an Innovation Theatre featuring product pitches, expert content and networking opportunities. The zone brought together startups, suppliers and researchers working on fish health, water-quality monitoring, AI analytics and sustainable aquaculture systems.

The Seafood Excellence Global Awards also recognised leading products, with Vičiūnai Group of Lithuania and Frais Embal of France receiving the top honours.

Official registration & tickets

Professional visitors should register through the official Seafood Expo Global website.

The official event website is:

Seafood Expo Global official website (https://www.seafoodexpo.com/global/)

The official pricing page currently states that 2027 pricing has not yet been announced. Visitors can join the organiser’s mailing list to receive notifications when registration and ticket pricing become available.

The organiser also provides official pages for the conference programme, exhibitor information, country pavilions, hotel and travel arrangements, venue information and visitor FAQs.

Visitors should avoid unofficial ticket sellers, hotel providers or companies claiming to possess attendee databases. The organiser specifically warns that Seafood Expo Global and its authorised vendors do not sell attendee lists.