In October 2025, Cologne once again became the global hub of the food industry as it hosted the leading international trade fair — Anuga 2025. The event brought together over 7,800 companies from more than 100 countries, presenting the latest innovations, solutions, and trends in food production, processing, and technology.
As part of the Ukrainian delegation, STIF Eastern Europe visited the exhibition within the framework of its participation in the international program Partnering in Business with Germany, implemented by GIZ, BMWK, and COMMIT Project Partners GmbH.
Anuga: 100 Years of History and Modern Global Scale
Anuga (Allgemeine Nahrungs- und Genussmittel-Ausstellung) has been held in Cologne since 1924 and is one of the largest and most influential food industry exhibitions in the world. Held biennially, the trade fair attracts:
- Over 150,000 visitors;
- Participants from more than 100 countries;
- 10 specialized zones, covering everything from meat and beverages to organic products, technologies, and ingredients;
- Both leading global brands and regional producers.
Anuga is not just about showcasing products — it is a major platform for networking, trend analysis, B2B matchmaking, and exploring global markets.
The 2025 Focus: Sustainability, Smart Solutions, and Next-Gen Proteins
This year’s exhibition highlighted the ongoing transformation of the food industry toward sustainability, innovation, and responsible production. Key themes included:
- Alternative protein sources — plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation-derived;
- Smart technologies in packaging, logistics, and product tracking;
- Zero waste solutions to minimize loss and reduce waste;
- Organic products and clean label trends in response to the demand for healthy eating;
- Digitalization of the food supply chain — from farm to fork;
- Live tastings, interactive innovation zones, and B2B networking areas proved especially popular with visitors.
STIF Eastern Europe’s Visit: New Ideas for Global Development
For STIF Eastern Europe, a manufacturer of engineering solutions for the agro-industrial and food sectors, visiting Anuga 2025 was a valuable source of insights, helping us better understand the evolving needs of processing facilities and gain inspiration to improve our offerings in:
- Bulk material handling and conveying;
- Process safety control systems;
- Energy efficiency and alignment with EU standards.
The exhibition also marked a new milestone in our active participation in the Partnering in Business with Germany program, which opens up new opportunities for B2B cooperation and export development.
Anuga 2025 reaffirmed its position as the world’s leading event for the food industry, demonstrating how quickly the agri-food sector is changing. For STIF Eastern Europe, it was a strong start to a new stage of international integration — combining technological expertise, a vision for sustainable development, and a commitment to global collaboration.