Leading food manufacturing and technology event FoodTech Qld is returning to the Gold Coast on 19-20 June 2025. Taking place 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 serves as a key platform for more than 3,000 professionals from the food and beverage manufacturing industry to drive business growth, introduce cutting-edge technologies, and promote invaluable networking opportunities. Attendees will gain direct access to more than 140 leading suppliers showcasing breakthrough solutions that are revolutionising the food production and processing landscape.
FoodTech QLD 2025 highlights
- Conference
A two-day comprehensive conference runs alongside the expo, offering actionable insights from subject matter experts on emerging trends and technologies. 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 show floor will cover every aspect of food technology. - Supplier engagement
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
The event kicks off with a Welcome Party at The Star’s Isoletto Privé, on the evening of 18 June, followed by an official Networking Party at QT’s Stingray Lounge on the evening of day one, 19 June. During the exhibition there will also be a Networking Lounge, sponsored by Mosca, where visitors can mix with the rising stars and leading brands in food manufacturing. 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.
Conference agenda
- Technological Advancements
Insights into technology driving change in food manufacturing. Highlights include keynote discussions on how automation and AI are propelling the industry forward and panel discussions on using technology to support growth and reduce costs. - Consumer Trends
In-depth exploration of how the current and coming tech advancements can help the industry adapt to changing consumer demands, with strategies for rapid market response. - Empowering Food Manufacturing by Going Digital
Detailed sessions on perfecting production, improving supply chain, logistics, and operational efficiency using IoT, data analytics, and predictive maintenance. - People and Teams Insights to attract and retain top talent, up-skill teams for advanced technologies, and promoting collaboration to build resilient, innovative workforces in food manufacturing.