This article was featured in Eurofish Magazine 2 2026.
The Istanbul Exporters’ Associations General Secretariat will organise Türkiye’s participation for the twentieth time at Seafood Expo Global, widely recognized as the world’s largest seafood trade fair.
An area exclusively for aquaculture technology, software and equipment will feature for the first time at Seafood Expo Global to be held in Barcelona 21-23 April 2026. Highlighting aquaculture this way reflects its growing importance for trade, economics, and food security. The pavilion features suppliers, startups and researchers involved in management and monitoring, animal health and welfare and sustainable feed, among other areas. To give aquaculture professionals an opportunity to network and learn about the latest developments a meet-up will also be held at the venue.
Organisers of Seafood Expo Global, Diversified Business Communications, promise the show will be the biggest ever with almost 53,000 sq m of space sold. Exhibitors from over 80 countries and 62 national and regional pavilions, including new ones from Bulgaria, Venezuela, Oman, Mexico, and Maldives, reinforce SEG’s appeal as global seafood’s most international show. Beyond the exhibition area, Seafood Expo Global will also feature a wide-ranging conference programme covering key topics such as aquaculture, sustainability, traceability, consumer trends, product innovation, and responsible management.
Danish equipment and services for the entire fish value chain
The Danish pavilion is once again set to be a prominent showcase for Danish innovation and expertise in the fish industry. Located in Hall 3, the pavilion will bring together over 35 companies this year, including several first-time participants, reflecting the growing international demand for Danish solutions. The exhibitors represent a broad range of competencies spanning aquaculture, fish processing, and traditional fisheries, with the majority focused on the aquaculture and processing sectors. Products and services on display include equipment for primary aquaculture production, filleting and processing lines, packaging, fish feed, and companies specialising in byproduct handling and rendering solutions.
A defining characteristic of the Danish pavilion is its cross-sector breadth. Rather than promoting a single theme, the pavilion will present a meeting point for the entire value chain, where suppliers of technology and equipment can connect directly with producers from around the world, including senior management from major Nordic and global companies. Collaboration is central to the pavilion’s identity, with many Danish exhibitors actively seeking to develop joint solutions in partnership with producers, tailoring technology to specific operational needs. The social dimension of the pavilion will also play an important role, with a focus on networking to bring exhibitors, customers, and potential partners together on the show floor in Barcelona.
BioMar, one of the exhibiting companies at the Danish pavilion, is one of the world’s leading producers
of feed for farmed fish and shrimp.
Multiple pavilions will highlight Spanish participation at SEG
As the biggest seafood nation in the EU by several yardsticks and as host to the most important seafood show in Europe if not the world, Spain has every reason to be well represented at SEG in Barcelona. The Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food will reinforce Spain’s strong position as a leading fisheries nation within the European Union. Spain is the leading producer of fisheries products in the European Union, accounting for around 20% of total EU production. It is also one of the countries with the highest seafood consumption, alongside Portugal and other Mediterranean nations. The ministry’s presence at Seafood Expo Global reflects both the strategic importance of the fisheries sector for Spain and the need to continue promoting seafood consumption and industry competitiveness. The ministry will participate through an institutional stand of approximately 250 square metres, hosting 21 co-exhibitors from across the Spanish fisheries sector. This format is designed to provide visibility and institutional support to companies, helping them strengthen their national and international projection, establish business contacts, and explore new opportunities with suppliers and buyers. Co-exhibitors have been selected through national sector associations invited by the General Secretariat for Fisheries.
At SEG Spain will be represented with both regional and national pavilions signifying
the importance of seafood across the country.
Another pavilion, the Galician, is consolidating its position this year as a strategic space for the international promotion of the Galician seafood sector, with a clear focus on innovation, sustainability, and business. The Galician Ministry of the Sea is committed to strengthening the visibility of Galician companies in an increasingly competitive global market, integrating production, processing, and aquaculture under a single identity. Galicia is increasing its presence with a larger pavilion—768 m²—better located within the exhibition centre, and with a revamped design that incorporates recycled materials and symbolic elements of the sea, reinforcing the Galicia Calidade brand. This evolution represents a significant leap forward compared to previous editions, both in size and visual impact, as well as in its capacity to accommodate companies, which now number around 44 participants. In terms of activities, the pavilion will feature meeting rooms for business meetings, spaces for product and project presentations, and a seafood cocktail reception is planned in collaboration with ANFACO-CYTMA, which will serve as a meeting point for the entire Galician sector present at the fair.
Sample Mediterranean seafood at the Turkish pavilion
The Turkish national pavilion at Seafood Expo Global 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Turkish participation at this international fair. Organized by the Istanbul Exporters’ Associations General Secretariat, the pavilion spans 657 m² in Hall 2 and will host 16 Turkish companies showcasing the country’s diverse fishery and aquaculture sector—from Mediterranean and Black Sea capture fisheries to farmed salmon, seabass, and seabream.
Special promotional displays at the fair’s main entrance and throughout the venue will mark this year’s appearance, celebrating the 20th anniversary of participation at SEG. A signature tasting event, led by a professional seafood chef, will serve hundreds of daily portions to visiting buyers and others, putting the quality and freshness of Turkish seafood front and centre.
At the Turkish pavilion visitors will be treated to portions of freshly prepared Turkish seafood during the three days of the show.
