The 11th edition of Gulfood Manufacturing 2025 is scheduled to take place from 4 to 6 November 2025 at the prestigious Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) in Dubai. According to information compiled by Few.ae editor, this paramount trade exhibition will bring together the global food and beverage manufacturing industry under one roof.
Venue details and technical specifications
The venue, Dubai World Trade Centre, is located on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, one of the city’s major arteries. For the event, the halls being utilized include Hall 1-8, the Pavilion, Sheikh Maktoum Hall, Sheikh Rashid Hall, Sheikh Saeed Hall 1-3, Trade Centre Arena and Za’abeel Hall 1-6. In terms of technical capacity, some halls span over 15 000 m² with ceiling heights reaching up to 10 m or more. For example, Za’abeel Hall 5 supports a rigging capacity of 300 kg per 6 m span, maximum floor load of 5,000 kg/m² and ample power supply of 1,440 amps. The Trade Centre Arena alone offers over 9,100 m² of space with a 14 m high ceiling.
Transportation to the venue is streamlined: the DWTC has its own metro station on the Red Line of the Dubai Metro (World Trade Centre station). Trains operate every few minutes from early morning, facilitating quick arrival to the event. Road access is also excellent with direct linkage to Sheikh Zayed Road and multiple parking areas on-site, free and paid, with total parking capacity of around 7,530 spaces.
Event timing, schedule and climate context
The show opens on Tuesday 4 November 2025 and runs through Thursday 6 November. Opening hours for earlier editions have been from 10 : 00 AM to 6 : 00 PM on the first two days, and 10 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM on the final day. While specific daily timetable for 2025 may be released closer to the event, attendees should plan for full-day access across the three days.
In terms of Dubai’s early November weather: typically, daytime temperatures are in the high 20s °C to low 30s °C. Exhibition halls are fully air-conditioned, but arrival and transit between hotel, metro and venue may still involve outdoor walk. A light jacket or shawl is recommended for indoor areas.
Event organiser and audience profile
The event is organised by the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) organisation in partnership with the dedicated Gulfood Manufacturing brand. The exhibition caters exclusively to trade visitors — manufacturers, suppliers, equipment producers, packaging firms and supply-chain professionals. For 2025, the show is expected to feature over 2,500 exhibitors from more than 79 countries spanning 21 halls. Core sectors include Ingredients, Processing, Packaging, Supply-Chain Solutions and Control & Automation. In addition, the “FoodTech Summit” is among highlighted sessions where global experts will address topics such as smart manufacturing, circular food ecosystems, and sustainability.
Why the event matters
This edition of Gulfood Manufacturing comes at a time when the F&B manufacturing industry is pivoting strongly toward digitalisation and sustainability. According to exhibitor information, many participants will highlight smart factory solutions, automation, IoT embedding and traceability of supply chains. The event offers a unique opportunity for regionally located companies, especially in MENA, to engage with global leaders and forge strategic partnerships.
Attendee and exhibitor guidance
Visitors should register early online. Badge pick-up is specific, and for trade-only visitors ID and visitor badge will be required. Additionally, transport via metro is highly recommended to avoid traffic delays especially during peak morning hours. Parking is available, but arriving earlier is advised. For those staying in Dubai, selecting a hotel near the metro station or about Sheikh Zayed Road corridor will ease access.
When navigating the halls, attendees should plan ahead: with 21 halls and hundreds of exhibitors, a pre-set walking plan increases efficiency. The venue’s technical specification allows large scale exhibits with heavy machinery, so comfortable shoes are also recommended. Lunch breaks and outdoor transit should account for warm ambient temperatures.
Outlook for this year
The 2025 edition looks set to surpass previous events in scale and technological depth. With a strong focus on next-generation manufacturing within food and beverage, the event is poised to shape upcoming industry trends for several years. According to information compiled by FEW.ae editor, participants will find not only display stands but also immersive tours, demonstrations and live innovation showcases.
Attendees and exhibitors alike are encouraged to prepare early, plan their venue navigation, schedule meetings in advance, and arrive with clear objectives. The convergence of global expertise and regional opportunity embedded in this edition makes it a must-attend for stakeholders in the F&B manufacturing value chain.
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