AquaFarm 2027, held on February 17-18 at Pordenone Fiere, Italy, is the premier trade show for aquaculture and sustainable fishing.
Dates
17–18 Feb 2027
City / country
Pordenone, Italy
Venue
Pordenone Fiere
Event overview
AquaFarm 2027 is the leading international trade show dedicated to aquaculture, shellfish farming, algaculture, and the fishing industry.
Taking place at Pordenone Fiere in Italy, this event brings together industry professionals from around the Mediterranean to explore the latest innovations and sustainable practices in aquaculture.
Attendees can expect a rich program of conferences featuring top experts and an extensive exhibition showcasing leading companies in the sector.
TL;DR
AquaFarm is the Euro-Mediterranean meeting point for sustainable aquaculture, shellfish farming and algaculture professionals: the programme captures names speakers from across the sector, and the fair connects farm operators with suppliers of feed, health products, RAS and processing technology. Dates and Venue: AquaFarm 2027 takes place on February 17-18 at Pordenone Fiere, Italy.
Exhibiting at AquaFarm provides companies with direct access to a targeted audience of industry professionals. It is an opportunity to showcase products, generate leads, and establish partnerships. Exhibitors can enhance their visibility in the market and engage with potential clients face-to-face. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Aquaculture equipment manufacturers, Feed suppliers for fish farming, Sustainable fishing gear companies.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Pordenone, Italy
Pordenone Fiere in Pordenone typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Pordenone Fiere in Pordenone typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Pordenone Fiere for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
How the last edition performed
Last edition
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Visitors: 2,000
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
Impact
AquaFarm 2026 was held on 18-19 February 2026 at Pordenone Fiere. The edition gathered the entire aquaculture world in Pordenone, with over 2,000 participants reported. It also recorded strong international participation. The most recent edition recorded 2,000+ visitors.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attending AquaFarm on 2027-02-17 to 2027-02-18 in Pordenone lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
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Sustainability in procurement
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Automation and labour efficiency
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Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Latest updates from across the market.
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ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Main international gateway for AquaFarm. The usual route is the A4/A28 motorway corridor past Treviso and Conegliano, or a bus or water bus to Venice Mestre station and a regional train to Pordenone. Allow extra time in morning fog and for Mestre traffic; confirm live times before travel
TBA
to venue
approx. 1 h 10 min to 1 h 30 min by car
by car
Treviso Airport (Antonio Canova)
Secondary option for low-cost European routes, north of Venice and closer to the A28 approach to Pordenone. Rail connections require a bus link into Treviso or Mestre first, so a road transfer is often simpler
TBA
to venue
approx. 1 h to 1 h 15 min by car
by car
Verona Villafranca Airport
Alternative when Venice fares are high; a longer motorway run east along the A4. Practical only for visitors also meeting companies in the Veneto or Lake Garda aquaculture supply chain
TBA
to venue
approx. 2 h to 2 h 20 min by car
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Best Western Plus Park Hotel Pordenone
Eco-certified; breakfast and parking at extra cost; free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, airport shuttle, full-service laundry. Rate shown on Google Hotels for the show window was about INR 16,760 equivalent.
Hotel Santin
Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, fitness center, bar, room service.
Palace Hotel Moderno
Free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, hot tub, air conditioning, fitness center, bar.
B & B Dante Pordenone
Guest rating 4.8 on Google Hotels; limited amenity detail in capture.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Train
Pordenone Fiere publishes a how-to-reach page covering arrival by train; the fairground is a short transfer from the city station.
Car
The fairground sits near the A28 motorway with on-site and nearby public parking; see the venue how-to-reach page.
Taxi
Short urban hop from the centre; book return trips in advance during show days.
taxi
approx. 1 h 10 min to 1 h 30 min by car; Main international gateway for AquaFarm. The usual route is the A4/A28 motorway corridor past Treviso and Conegliano, or a bus or water bus to Venice Mestre station and a regional train to Pordenone. Allow extra time in morning fog and for
taxi
approx. 1 h to 1 h 15 min by car; Secondary option for low-cost European routes, north of Venice and closer to the A28 approach to Pordenone. Rail connections require a bus link into Treviso or Mestre first, so a road transfer is often simpler.
taxi
approx. 1 h to 1 h 20 min by car; Useful for routes from central and eastern Europe and the Balkans. The airport has its own rail station on the Venice-Trieste line, so Pordenone can be reached by train with a change. Approximate distances; confirm train times.
taxi
approx. 2 h to 2 h 20 min by car; Alternative when Venice fares are high; a longer motorway run east along the A4. Practical only for visitors also meeting companies in the Veneto or Lake Garda aquaculture supply chain.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
Pordenone in February is winter: the weather reference sites captured (Weather Atlas, Climate-Data, weather-and-climate) document cold monthly averages for the Po plain, so plan indoor transfers and check the forecast in the week before AquaFarm 2027.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Italian business travel guidance in the capture set covers mobile data and connectivity for visitors to Italy; confirm EU roaming terms with your operator or buy a local prepaid SIM on arrival, and rely on hotel and fairground Wi-Fi for stand demos.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Fairground access
Pordenone Fiere publishes a dedicated how-to-reach page covering car, train and plane arrival; the fairground sits near the A28 motorway, so factor in shuttle or taxi transfers from Pordenone rail station.
Business etiquette
February in Friuli Venezia Giulia is winter: expect short daylight and cold evenings, so schedule supplier meetings in fair hours and confirm dinner appointments in advance.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: VCE
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Pordenone; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Schengen short-stay rules govern entry to Italy for AquaFarm 2027. Business visitors should verify visa-exempt status or apply for a Schengen C visa via the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs entry-conditions page before travel; bring an invitation or registration confirmation if a visa is required.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Official references captured: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs entry conditions and the Visa for Italy portal (vistoperitalia.esteri.it). Application centres such as VFS Global handle biometrics in many countries; consular fees and appointment waits vary by jurisdiction, so confirm on the portal for your country.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): approx. 1 h 10 min to 1 h 30 min by car; Treviso Airport (Antonio Canova) (TSF): approx. 1 h to 1 h 15 min by car; Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN): approx. 2 h to 2 h 20 min by car. Allow road or rail time to Pordenone Fiere; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Pordenone Fiere: Pordenone, approx. 1 km from venue: Best Western Plus Park Hotel Pordenone; Pordenone, approx. 460 m from venue: Hotel Santin; Pordenone, approx. 1.1 km from venue: Palace Hotel Moderno.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Pordenone; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Pordenone Fiere is served by local bus and rail connections from Pordenone station; check the venue how-to-reach page for current bus lines and timetables during AquaFarm 2027, and allow extra time on the opening morning.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Pordenone Fiere; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February 2027
Temperature: February in Pordenone, on the Friuli plain: typical daytime highs of 8-11 C, overnight lows of 0-3 C, with frost and morning fog possible and occasional rain. Snow is uncommon but not unknown. Treat these as climatological ranges, not a forecast, and check the week-of forecast before packing; the halls are indoors but car parks, shuttle points and the walk from Pordenone station are exposed.
Seasonality: February is one of the colder, wetter months in the Friuli plain; rain and occasional fog are typical, so allow extra time for road transfers to the fairground.
Packing: Pack winter layers, a waterproof outer layer and water-resistant shoes for Pordenone in February; business-casual dress for the fairground plus warm layers for evening transfers.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at AquaFarm usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Lock your visit dates and register for the badge
Check Schengen visa status
Book the hotel before the near-venue stock goes
Book flights into VCE, TSF or TRS
Decide the airport-to-Pordenone transfer
Build a shortlist from the exhibitor list
Request meetings with priority suppliers
Check the conference schedule
Prepare a comparison sheet
Sort travel documents and money
Pack for a Friuli February
Confirm the practical logistics
Travel day and setup
Work the halls in priority order
Follow up while the show is fresh
Registration and hall orientation at Pordenone Fiere
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
AquaFarm registration concourse
Pordenone Fiere
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Pordenone Fiere
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether AquaFarm fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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