Accelerating Growth with Food and Beverage Industry Exhibitions Egypt and MENA
The Food and Beverage Industry Exhibitions Egypt & MENA region have been booming over the last few years.
The Food and Beverage Industry Consulting Egypt and the MENA region is one of the world’s most dynamic sectors, valued at over $45 billion in manufacturing alone in Egypt, and is a cornerstone of economic activity across Africa.
Driven by rapid urbanization, a growing middle class, and shifting consumer preferences towards packaged and value-added foods, the sector is experiencing significant expansion.
Globally, the industry faces challenges related to sustainability and supply chain resilience, making expert guidance essential for navigating complex regulatory landscapes and logistics constraints from Cairo to the broader African continent.
The Role of SME Consulting in F&B Excellence
As an Egyptian-owned management consulting firm with a regional footprint in Cairo and Riyadh, SME Consulting offers unparalleled local expertise to help F&B businesses optimize and scale.
We understand the critical balance between consumer trends, cost management, and stringent regulatory compliance, particularly in high-growth segments like dairy and confectionery.
Strategic
Planning
Developing growth roadmaps for market entry and export expansion, especially into African markets.
Supply Chain
Optimization
Improving cold chain logistics and operational efficiency to minimize post-harvest losses and reduce high operational costs.
Regulatory
Compliance
Ensuring adherence to the National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) standards and facilitating international export requirements.
Business
Networking
Leveraging our regional connections to create high-value partnerships and investment opportunities.
Key Exhibitions & Industry Platforms
SME Consulting actively participates in the region’s premier F&B and processing platforms to engage with industry leaders, showcase client successes, and identify new market opportunities.
BiznEx Expo 2022
The 5th International Business Expo in Egypt, held under the patronage of high-level government entities. BiznEx is a key platform for investment and franchising, and the 2022 edition facilitated agreements valued at over EGP 865 million, including significant F&B franchise and expansion deals.
Sahara Expo 2023
A significant agricultural exhibition in Egypt and the MENA region. It serves as a vital commercial hub for crop production, providing digital solutions and showcasing the latest advancements in agriculture, water management, and sustainable practices essential to the F&B supply chain.
FI Africa & ProPak MENA 2023
The FI Africa & ProPak MENA 2023 exhibition is a premier industrial event that co-locates two major sectors of the food industry: food ingredients and processing/packaging. Launched as part of the Africa Food Manufacturing (AFM) portfolio, it serves as the leading platform for the food and beverage industry in the MENA region.