Seafood Expo Asia 2025 closed its 13th edition with strong attendance and steady interest from supermarket, foodservice and wholesale buyers across the region.
More than 4,190 seafood professionals from 75 countries joined the three-day event in Singapore, using the platform to meet suppliers, review new products and build trading relationships for 2026.
Strong Demand From Retail And Food service Buyers
This year’s edition delivered more than 440 pre-scheduled meetings through the Business Matchmaking Program. Exhibitors connected with buyers from airlines, cruise lines, distributors, hotels, caterers, importers, restaurants, supermarkets and wholesalers.
Retail groups with a presence in Asia — including FairPrice Group, DFI Retail Group, EMART, Central Retail, and major importers from Hong Kong, Vietnam, the Philippines and South Korea — attended to source new seafood lines and expand supplier networks.
More than 40 exhibiting countries showcased products, technologies and processing capabilities. Participating countries included Australia, Canada, Chile, Ecuador, France, Germany, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Norway, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Thailand, the United Kingdom, the United States and Vietnam.
New Products And Trends Recognized
The Seafood Excellence Asia Awards highlighted innovation across frozen, value-added and premium seafood.
Lam Kee Fisheries Pte Ltd (Singapore) took the top prize for its Snow Treasures Miso-Marinated Cod Cube.
Vinh Hoan Corporation (Vietnam) and Gumusdoga Su Urunleri (Turkey) placed second and third for new retail and foodservice-focused products.
These developments come as Asian retailers continue to search for consistent supply, new formats and differentiated lines for both fresh and frozen seafood.
Industry Discussions Focus On Sustainability And Market Access
Conference sessions drew strong interest in sustainability frameworks, certification pathways and shifting trade conditions.
Speakers covered equitable supply chains, the strategic use of certifications and changing shrimp market dynamics.
A keynote from economist Manu Bhaskaran outlined a cautiously positive outlook for Southeast Asia, noting opportunities for the region despite ongoing global trade uncertainty. The discussion included currency pressures, logistics constraints and the impact of economic shifts on sourcing patterns.
This year’s event also helped buyers plan their wider sourcing calendar, aligning with other major gatherings covered in GSN’s guide to food and drink trade shows in 2025–2026.
Next Edition In 2026
Seafood Expo Asia will return to Singapore from 2–4 September 2026.
The event will again take place at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, using Halls D, E and F on Level B2.
Opening hours for the 2026 edition are scheduled for:
10:00–17:30 on 2 and 3 September
10:00–15:30 on 4 September
The show will continue to host suppliers, processors and buyers from across Asia, with a similar format of matchmaking meetings, product showcases and conference sessions.
Editor’s Note: This article is based on verified information from Seafood Expo Asia and Diversified’s official event announcement, including exhibitor lists, attendance figures, awards results and conference details. No additional interpretation or external data has been added.
