THE EVENT FOR THE FOOD MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

22-25 June 2014Melbourne Convention

& Exhibition Centre

The Australian International Food Processing Exhibition in co-location with the 47th Annual AIFST Convention

www.foodproexh.com

FIRST TIME INMELBOURNE

The Asia Pacific’s major food manufacturing event foodpro will be held in Melbourne in 2014 for the first time in its history.

The 2011 foodpro exhibition was the largest and most successful yet, with record crowds, record exhibitor numbers and the largest floor space event in its long history.

Every aspect of food processing products and services will be showcased at foodpro 2014 giving the whole food processing industry a unique opportunity to showcase new developments and technologies.

foodpro 2014 is where strategies crystallise, inspiration blends and new business partnerships are set.

Diversified Exhibitions brings over 25 years of premium exhibition experience together with an extensive range of food events, including the highly regarding and award winning Fine Food Australia and Good Food and Wine shows. With this combined experience and know-how, you can be sure that foodpro 2014 will give you the best return on investment.

FIRST TIME INMELBOURNE

co-located with the 47th Annual AIFST Convention

The Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology is a professional body concerned with all aspects of food production and processing. Food science and technology continues to

influence our food choices and impact on the availability of the food we eat.

AIFST has a strong reputation for facilitating food learning, networking and communication regardless of company size, industry segment or professional qualification.

marketing foodpro 2014

Backed by a highly targeted and integrated marketing campaign we

will continue to deliver the right buyers and decision

makers from the Australasian Food Manufacturing Industry

to foodpro 2014.

Advertisements and inserts in targeted trade publications,

telemarketing, electronic campaigns, direct mail, a fully functional website

and an extensive PR campaign that maximises awareness and primary

audience visitation.

demonstrate your part in the processOver 9,000 industry professionals attended foodpro 2011 looking

for new ideas, techniques and solutions for their businesses. Meet your current and potential customers face to

face, generate new leads, strengthen existing relationships, check out your competitors,

cost effectively and efficiently – all at one convenient venue!

Among the hundreds of suppliers exhibiting at foodpro 2014 you will find:

Beverage Equipment and Technology

Food Packaging Machinery and Supplies

Food Processing Machinery and Technology

Food Ingredients & Additives Food Technology Food Testing & Safety Food Plant Equipment and Technology

Food Handling, Storage and Transit

Meat Processing Equipment 47th Annual AIFST Convention

Suppliers of processing machinery, ingredients, additives, packaging and a complete range of ancillary products and services will be on display at foodpro 2014.

Additives Air Conditioning Bakery Bar Coding Beverages Cleaning Computers Confectionery Conveyors Dairy Distribution Filters Fish Flavours Flooring Fruit Grocery Handling Heating Hygiene Products Ingredients Inspection Equipment

Lab/Scientific Equipment Labelling Lighting Literature Meat Monitoring Packaging Poultry Processing Equipment Pumps Raw Materials Refrigeration Robotics Safety Equipment Seafood Testing Equipment Vegetables Weighing Systems

foodpro 2014 at a glance

foodpro 2014 will be the most concentrated gathering of potential customers for your products and services.

Attendees at foodpro 2011 were people with buying power and decision making responsibilities. Many were actively seeking new products to meet current needs. To make sure your products and services are ‘top priority’ for your potential customers, there will be no better sales opportunity in 2014 than foodpro 2014.

building on the success of foodpro 2011

analysis by industry type*

* Percentage based on single visits

of visitors will recommend foodpro to their colleagues and friends.81%

39% of respondents visited foodpro when it was last held which is 10% higher than the EEAA Trade Show Benchmarks.

84% of respondents discovered new products and services at the expo.

77% indicated they were likely or highly likely to buy or specify a product or service seen at the expo.

84% thought that foodpro kept them up to date with food industry development and trends.

Industry Type % of Attendees*

Baking / Pastry 7.3%Beverages 4.0%Brewing 0.8%Condiments 1.6%Confectionary 2.2%Dairy 4.6%Fruit and Vegetables 2.9%Ingredients 5.5%Meat 14.4%Packaged Foods 8.2%Packaging 6.7%Poultry 2.1%Seafood 2.3%Smallgoods 4.3%Soft Drink / Juices 0.7%Wines and Spirits 1.1%Other 21.7%Blank 9.7%Total 100%

analysis by business type* analysis by position type*

* Percentage based on single visits * Percentage based on single visits

Industry Type % of Attendees*

Primary Producer 2.17%Manufacturer 35.26%Processor 7.02%Retail 6.93%Wholesale 5.19%Importer 3.36%Exporter 1.93%Distributor 4.25%Marketing 1.70%Packaging 4.02%Service Provider 6.75%Food Safety 1.74%Educational Institution 2.59%Other 6.35%Blank 10.73%Total 100%

Industry Type % of Attendees*

Director / CEO 7.3%General Manager 4.0%Owner / Proprietor 0.8%Production / Project Manager 1.6%Manager – Other 2.2%Sales 4.6%Production 2.9%Technical 5.5%Research and Development 14.4%Engineering 8.2%Operations Manager 6.7%Student / Teacher 2.1%Seafood 2.3%Other 21.7%Blank 9.7%Total 100%

“ foodpro is a must attend exhibition, always to a high standard and very well organised”

Andrew Preston, Director, The Appointments Group

“ The foodpro event was very well organised and it took the hassle away so we could concentrate on meeting new clients”

David Newell, Director, Matcon Pacific

“ It felt bigger than ever, and looked quality. Wide aisles, quality stands and busy”

Shaughan Syme, Owner / MD, Matcon Symetec

meet face to face with specialist suppliers and compare an enormous range of ingredients, plant equipment and services that will increase your bottom line.

what exhibitors say

maximise your manufacturing returns

foodpro 2014 will be the largest food manufacturing event ever staged!

foodpro 2014 is held in Melbourne for the first time ever! It is a once every three year event and the only one of its kind for the food manufacturing industry. Prime positions are booked well in advance. If you want to mix with the best, book now!

22-25 June 2014Melbourne Convention

& Exhibition Centre

venueMelbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

dates22-25 June, 2014

show hoursSunday 22 June, 2014 11am - 5pm

Monday 23 June, 2014 10am - 5pm

Tuesday 24 June, 2014 10am - 5pm

Wednesday 25 June, 2014 10am - 3pm

on-site servicesElectricity, telephones, car parking, internet, water & waste and compressed air (certain areas).

support servicesstand design and construction, signage, catering, furniture and fitting hire, floral and plant hire, audio visual equipment, photography, transport, forklift and crane hire, insurance and accommodation.

for exhibition enquiries contact Peter Petherick on +61 3 9261 4586

for further information visit www.foodproexh.com