Seafood Expo Global 2027 Barcelona: Guide & Buyer List
By Ilyas Kerbal,
Seafood Expo Global is the world’s largest seafood trade event. The 2026 edition was the biggest in its history: more than 35,500 professionals, 2,290+ exhibitors from 85 countries, 65 pavilions and 52,980 m² at Fira de Barcelona Gran Via. The 2027 edition runs from 20 to 22 April 2027.
Importers, retailers and foodservice buyers meet exporters and processors from every major fishing and aquaculture nation. Seafood Processing Global, the co-located equipment show, adds machinery and packaging.
Seafood Expo Global 2027 at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Industry | Seafood trade |
| Venue | Fira de Barcelona – Gran Via |
| City and country | Barcelona, Spain |
| Next edition | 20–22 April 2027 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Does it move? | No. Barcelona since 2022 (previously Brussels). |
| Scale | 35,500+ professionals (record); 2,290+ exhibitors from 85 countries; 65 pavilions; 52,980 m² (2026) |
| Organiser | Diversified Communications |
| Typical ticket price | Paid buyer registration; ~€100–200 depending on timing (estimate) |
| Event app / platform | Seafood Expo Global app / online matchmaking |
| Website | seafoodexpo.com/global |
What the show covers
- Fresh, frozen and processed seafood
- Aquaculture
- Seafood processing and packaging equipment
- Cold chain and logistics
- Sustainability and traceability certification
Where it takes place
The show has been in Barcelona since 2022, after years in Brussels. Sister events include Seafood Expo North America in Boston and Seafood Expo Asia. Barcelona hotel demand is high in April.
Who attends
| Audience | Interest | Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| Seafood importers and distributors | Supply | Main buyers |
| Retail seafood buyers | Listings, certification | Volume |
| Foodservice and restaurant chains | Consistent supply | Recurring contracts |
| Processors and exporters | Customers and equipment | Sellers and equipment buyers |
Seafood stand at Seafood Expo Global. Photo: European Commission Audiovisual Service, Jennifer Jacquemart, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Registration
Buyer registration is paid, with lower prices for early registration (around €100–200, estimate).
App and online directory
Diversified Communications provides an event app and online directory for exhibitor search and meeting planning. Many exhibitors share national pavilions, which makes decision-makers hard to find from the directory alone.
How to prospect Seafood Expo Global
- Filter exhibitors by species and country.
- Map national pavilions and identify the companies inside them.
- List importers, retail buyers and foodservice groups in your markets.
- Highlight certification and traceability in outreach.
- Pre-book meetings. Three days go quickly.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Global seafood sourcing in one place | Seafood only |
| Very international (85 countries) | Barcelona hotel demand in April |
| Growing attendance | Shared pavilions hide decision-makers |
Frequently asked questions
When is Seafood Expo Global 2027?
From 20 to 22 April 2027 at Fira de Barcelona Gran Via.
How big was Seafood Expo Global 2026?
More than 35,500 professionals and 2,290+ exhibitors from 85 countries.
Who organises Seafood Expo Global?
Diversified Communications.
Can I get a Seafood Expo buyer list?
Buyer data is not published. An enriched list combines exhibitor data with researched importers and buyers.
Plan for April
Seafood buyers set supply programmes early. For an enriched list, reach out via the Prospector home page.
Related event guides
- Fruit Logistica 2027 Berlin: Fresh Produce Fair & Buyer List
- Anuga 2027 Cologne: Food Fair Guide & Buyer Attendee List
- Vitafoods Europe 2027 Barcelona: Nutraceutical Event Guide
Sources
Image credits
- Cover image: Photo: Press Information Department, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. National pavilion at Seafood Expo Global 2026 in Barcelona.
- In-article image: Photo: European Commission Audiovisual Service, Jennifer Jacquemart, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Seafood stand at Seafood Expo Global.
