The Chamber of Commerce of Serbia (PKS) and the Development Agency of Serbia (RAS) have organized the participation of 22 Serbian companies at GULFOOD 2025, an International Food Industry Fair held in Dubai from February 17 to 21. Serbian companies are showcasing their products at the National Stand of Serbia, located in one of the main halls of the Trade Center Arena & Sheikh Saeed Halls. On the very first day, they had a significant number of meetings with potential partners, including food traders, distributors, and representatives of large food systems.
The fair was officially opened by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. He highlighted the importance of GULFOOD in solidifying Dubai’s position as a global hub for food trade and innovation.
Serbian companies exhibiting at the event include AGROPARTNER from Lucani, TISA COOP from Kanjiža, MORAVKA PRO from Leskovac, ARETOL from Novi Sad, BUDIMKA from Požega, TARTUFI SR from Belgrade, LAKI from Arilje, AGRANELA from Valjevo, ITN GROUP from Belgrade, FRUCOM FOOD from Arilje, MASTER FOOD from Uzice, MONICOM from Niš, MASTER FRUITS from Belgrade, DAMAR CONFIT from Belgrade, CG FOOD EUROPE from Ruma, BENLIAN FOODS from Niš, YUMIS from Niš, YAYLAPAN from Sečanj, PACOM INTERNATIONAL from Leštane, RUBUS HILL from Ivanjica, CMANA from Krnjevo, and SIROGOJNO CO from Sirogojno. These companies are showcasing a diverse array of products, including fresh and processed fruits and vegetables, dairy products, frozen and smoked fish, truffle-based products, ajvar, honey, soups, spices, teas, fruit juices, jams, and marmalades.
According to Jovanka Ćalina, head of the Center for the Organization of PKS Fairs, the performance at GULFOOD 2025 offers Serbian businesses a prime opportunity to introduce their products to new markets and establish valuable business connections. “Dubai will be the global center of the food industry during these days, providing our companies the chance to present themselves alongside the world’s largest producers,” Ćalina said.
GULFOOD is one of the most significant specialized food industry exhibitions in the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf region. This year, the fair covers 100,000 square meters, with over 5,500 exhibitors from more than 190 countries. It is expected to draw over 70,000 visitors from approximately 160 countries.
