12th International Exhibition of Food & Beverage, Food Processing Technology, Kitchen & Catering Equipment, Packaging Systems, HORECA Furniture and Related Services
Catering Equipment, Packaging Systems, HORECA Furniture and Related Services
16-18 OCTOBER 2017 | HALL 5 | OMAN CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTREFood & Hospitality Oman is an international trade exhibition that serves as a business and networking platform for companies and industry stakeholders to promote the latest products and services in the food and beverage, agriculture and fisheries, food processing technologies, kitchen and catering equipment, hotel supplies and equipment, and restaurant and cafe segments.
It serves as an avenue to showcase the growth and development of the food and hospitality industries, which is seen to contribute largely to Oman's GDP.
CONFERENCE OVERVIEW
Evaluating and improving food safety environment and developing the Sultanate's food safety for the future
Food safety and quality have become essential components for the protection of public health, economic development. Food safety has become a major concern world-wide due to the increased incidence of food borne diseases affecting millions of people every year with many dying as a result. The Sultanate has taken effective and efficient measures to safeguard public health and strengthen consumer safety.
Food production challenges are and will continue to be daunting especially for desert countries such as Oman and in order to solve this challenge, Oman is 'seriously' considering proposals to carry out farming abroad in order to ensure food security. The increased international food trade, changes in agriculture production, food processing, and consumer demand for wholesome safe food have led to new food safety challenges which have impacted the food safety systems
Food safety in Oman can be enhanced by addressing the following challenges:
- Enhancing domestic and imported food inspection by giving extensive training to inspectors
- Increasing laboratory capacity and providing staff training – Building research institutions for food safety and quality research that supports laboratory capacity, surveillance, and data analysis
- Foodborne surveillance systems, and
Scientific research to support policies and regulations.Food Safety Oman 2017 will provide an avenue for the exchange of ideas and strategies among policy makers and various stakeholders in the Sultanate on issues relating to food policy and regulations taking into account the implications and the legitimate expectations of consumers, i.e. safety, healthy and nutritious. The theme of the conference depicts the present need of a food secure nation in Oman and the urgency to place prized attention to food safety in the Sultanate.
The two day conference will attract experts from food and beverage (F&B) manufacturers, processors, producers, retailers, Catering & restaurant services, packaging and processing technology providers, vendors and government representatives to discuss the latest policies regulations, innovative approaches and technological advancements for assurance of food safety and quality in the Sultanate.
Attending Food Safety Oman 2017 is a fast way for you to increase your knowledge and technical competency and for your business to establish a reputation for food safety and quality. Food safety doesn't just affect customers; it affects your company and bottom line. Imagine the years of experience you'll tap into when you listen to a stellar lineup of subject matter expert speakers from the food safety spectrum.
Food Safety Oman 2017 conference provides an opportunity for those with different food safety responsibilities to learn, network, and see others' perspectives. Speakers, with varying degrees of expertise in a variety of food safety fields, moderate the technical components of their presentations so the audience as a whole gains useful "take home" messages.
OMAN CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE
A new, world-class convention center, set to become an iconic landmark for Muscat and the Sultanate of Oman. Designed to host national, regional, and international conventions, exhibitions, and business events, it features an auditorium that can seat 3,200 people, 14 meeting rooms, 22,00 square meters of exhibition space, 3-, 4-, and 5-star hotel rooms, a shopping mall, a sports center, and a low-rise70-square meter park. It is 10 minutes away from the new Muscat International Airport. For more information, visit www.omanconvention.com
CONTACT
1st Floor, SABCO Building,
Wattayah, Muscat,
Sultanate of Oman
+968 24660124
www.omanexpo.com
REGIONAL OFFICE
Office No. 203, 2nd Floor,
Grosvernor Commercial Tower,
Sheikh Zayed Road, P.O. Box 80674,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
+971 4 3277733
