Fi India & ProPak India 2025 Kick Off in Delhi NCR, Showcasing Global Innovations in F&B Ingredients and Packaging

Greater Noida (3 September 2025): India’s most prominent food and beverage (F&B) ingredients and packaging trade shows—Fi India & ProPak India 2025—opened their doors today at the India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, drawing more than 340 exhibitors and over 15,000 industry professionals for a three-day showcase of innovation, technology, and investment opportunities.

Organized by Informa Markets in India, the co-located events are bringing together leading stakeholders from across the global food ingredients, processing, and packaging supply chains. With participation from over 50 countries, the 19th edition of Fi India and 7th edition of ProPak India have cemented their status as premier platforms for business, collaboration, and cutting-edge product development in the F&B sector.

High-Profile Inauguration Sets the Tone

The event was inaugurated by an esteemed panel of government officials and industry leaders, including Dr. Prabodh Halde (CASMB), Dr. Dinkar B. Kamble (AFST Delhi), Mr. Nilesh Lele (CASMB), Dr. Raghav Jadli (AIFPA), D.V. Malhan (SIB), Manvesh Kumar, IRS (FSSAI), Dr. Tanweer Alam (Indian Institute of Packaging), and senior executives from Informa Markets, including Mr. Yogesh Mudras and Mr. Rahul Deshpande.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Mudras highlighted the sector’s transformation, stating, “India’s food processing industry is at a pivotal moment. With a rising demand for clean-label, plant-based, and organic foods, events like Fi India and ProPak India act as accelerators for innovation and global collaboration.” He pointed out that India’s organic food market is projected to reach ₹75,000 crore by the end of 2025, underlining the urgency for sustainable innovation.

Comprehensive Showcase Across the F&B Spectrum

Fi India 2025 is displaying the entire spectrum of food ingredients—from herbs and spices to natural extracts, proteins, functional ingredients, and sweeteners. Notable exhibitors include:

Brenntag Ingredients India

Synthite Industries

Kerry Ingredients

IMCD India

Symega Food Ingredients

Plant Lipids

Novozymes South Asia, among many others.

International exhibitors from USA, Japan, Brazil, Italy, France, South Korea, Denmark, Vietnam, and the UAE are also adding a strong global flavor to the event.

In parallel, ProPak India 2025 is showcasing next-gen packaging and processing solutions, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and smart automation. The exhibition caters not only to the F&B sector but also to pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and household goods industries. Key participants include:

Clearpack Automation

Glatt Systems

Harikrushna Machines

Wraptech Machines

SACMI Imola

Konica Minolta India, among others.

Industry Associations and Specialized Zones Enhance Experience

The shows are backed by leading associations such as AFSTI, CASMB, AIFPA, HADSA, IBA, SIB, and ASPA, offering visitors direct access to key industry voices. Engagement zones like the MSME Pavilion, live product demos, business matchmaking programs, and exclusive launches are facilitating high-value networking and deal-making.

Knowledge-Driven Conferences Highlight Sectoral Trends

A major highlight of Fi India 2025 is its dynamic conference program, which features discussions on product innovation, regulatory compliance, nutrition science, and sensory evaluation.

Day 1 focused on ingredient selection, the science behind product design, and marketing strategies for health-forward innovations. Companies like BENEO presented insights into plant-based nutrition, prebiotic development, and fiber-enriched food solutions.

Day 2 will pivot toward the bakery segment, exploring trans-fat-free production, fortified products, and wellness-focused trends. Day 3 will spotlight start-ups and investment, featuring a fireside chat with investors led by Prashant Naigaonkar of RampUp Advisory LLP, along with a ‘Fund Quest’ session linking innovators to potential backers.

ProPak India’s conference track is equally robust, featuring sessions on packaging design, EPR compliance, cold-chain logistics, and smart supply chains. Noteworthy discussions on Day 1 included branding and packaging strategies led by Bhagyashri Mhatre of Food Monk Consultants, alongside founders of Mooogly and Vedic Mix.

Day 2 will address traceability, tariff impacts, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), with speakers from Coca-Cola India and A Gen.

Fi India Awards 2025: Honoring Industry Excellence

A key highlight of the opening day will be the Fi India Awards 2025, celebrating excellence in F&B across multiple categories, such as:

Product Innovation

Sustainability Practices

Start-up of the Year

Cold Chain Management

Health & Wellness Product of the Year

Excellence in Packaging

Food Safety & Hygiene, among others.

Themed “Toast of Triumph”, the awards aim to spotlight companies and individuals driving meaningful progress in India’s F&B landscape.

India’s food processing industry is among the largest globally, contributing 32% of the total food market, 14% of manufacturing GDP, and 13% of exports. It supports over 7 million jobs and plays a vital role in reducing post-harvest losses and fostering rural industrial growth.

As global consumer demands evolve, Fi India & ProPak India 2025 are positioning India at the forefront of sustainable, health-focused, and technology-driven F&B innovation. The event will continue until September 5, 2025, providing a vital platform for collaboration, learning, and business expansion.

FI India का India Expo Mart, में शानदार आगाज । Food Ingredients | Informa Markets | Photo Highlights

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