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    Dates

    9–11 Mar 2027

    City / country

    Bruz, France

    Venue

    Parc Expo Rennes

    Time

    8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

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    Notable exhibitors

    Companies exhibiting at CFIA Rennes include 3A INDUSTRIE, 4B-FRANCE, 4CAD GROUP, A2TI and A3P THERMOFORMAGE.

    • 3A INDUSTRIE
    • 4B-FRANCE
    • 4CAD GROUP
    • A2TI
    • A3P THERMOFORMAGE

    Event overview

    Overview

    CFIA Rennes is the leading event for the agri-food industry, showcasing innovations and solutions that shape the sector.

    Join us for the 30th edition from March 9 to 11, 2027, at Parc Expo Rennes.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Edition Milestone: CFIA Rennes 2027 marks the 30th edition of the French agri-food industry exhibition.
    2. 2Dates and Venue: The show runs March 9-11, 2027 at Parc Expo Rennes in Bruz, France.
    3. 3Exhibitor Scale: Around 2,000 exhibitors present processing equipment, ingredients and packaging solutions across the halls.
    4. 4Buyer Audience: Roughly 23,600 visitors are expected, spanning food manufacturing, quality and supply chain roles.
    5. 5Sector Focus: The programme centres on agri-food innovation, food safety and industrial production solutions.

    Why visit

    Visitors will benefit from networking opportunities, access to the latest innovations, and insights from industry leaders through a comprehensive conference program. Dates and Venue: The show runs March 9-11, 2027 at Parc Expo Rennes in Bruz, France. Buyer Audience: Roughly 23,600 visitors are expected, spanning food manufacturing, quality and supply chain roles.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors gain access to a targeted audience of industry professionals, opportunities to showcase their products, and the chance to engage with potential partners and customers in a dynamic environment. Exhibitor Scale: Around 2,000 exhibitors present processing equipment, ingredients and packaging solutions across the halls. Buyer Audience: Roughly 23,600 visitors are expected, spanning food manufacturing, quality and supply chain roles. CFIA Rennes is a key event.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Food industry professionals
    Supply chain managers
    Product developers
    Quality assurance specialists
    Marketing and sales executives
    Research and development teams

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Food machinery manufacturers
    Packaging solution providers
    Food ingredient suppliers
    Logistics and supply chain companies
    Quality control and testing services
    Consultants in food safety and compliance

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Food processing equipment and technology
    Packaging materials and solutions
    Food ingredients and additives
    Quality control and testing equipment
    Logistics and supply chain solutions
    Sustainability solutions in food production

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Parc Expo Rennes

    La Haie Gautrais, 35172 Bruz, France

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    :8:30 AM – 6:00 PM (March 11: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    GL events Exhibitions Industrie

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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2027 · 23,600 visitors · 2,000 exhibitors

    Forecast — not final

    Visitors

    30,000

    Exhibitors

    1,600

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    CFIA Rennes is the leading event for the agri-food industry, showcasing innovations and solutions that shape the sector. Join us for the 30th edition from March 9 to 11, 2027, at Parc Expo Rennes. CFIA Rennes is a key event for professionals in the agri-food industry, providing a platform for networking, discovering innovations, and addressing industry challenges. It plays a crucial role in connecting suppliers and manufacturers. CFIA Rennes 2027: March 9-11,.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Food industry professionals, Supply chain managers, Product developers, Quality assurance specialists. Edition Milestone: CFIA Rennes 2027 marks the 30th edition of the French agri-food industry exhibition. Dates and Venue: The show runs March 9-11, 2027 at Parc Expo Rennes in Bruz, France. Exhibitor Scale: Around 2,000 exhibitors present processing equipment, ingredients and packaging solutions across the halls. Buyer Audience: Roughly 23,600 visitors are expected, spanning food.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors gain access to a targeted audience of industry professionals, opportunities to showcase their products, and the chance to engage with potential partners and customers in a dynamic environment. CFIA Rennes is a key event for professionals in the agri-food industry, providing a platform for networking, discovering innovations, and addressing industry challenges. It plays a crucial role in connecting suppliers and manufacturers. Exhibitor categories include Food machinery manufacturers, Packaging solution.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Bretagne (Brittany), north-west France - Rennes metropolitan area and the Bruz / Rennes Parc Expo agri-food cluster

    Why it matters

    CFIA Rennes is the largest French trade show dedicated to food-industry suppliers, and it sits in Brittany - the country's leading agricultural and agri-food region, with a dense base of dairy, meat, seafood, bakery and ready-meal processors within a two-hour drive. For ingredient, equipment, packaging and hygiene suppliers, the show is the single most efficient way to reach French food manufacturers and their Western-European counterparts in one three-day trip, with a programme that tracks plant efficiency, reformulation and packaging regulation.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

    European food-industry supplier circuit

    Book stand space 6-12 months ahead; visitor badges and hotels 2-4 months ahead

    CFIA Rennes anchors the spring supplier calendar in France; the wider circuit alternates between large ingredient/food events in autumn and processing-technology shows, so a supplier can plan one major European outing per half-year.

    Spring France/Benelux supplier window

    2027-03-01 to 2027-05-31

    Autumn international food & ingredient window

    2026-10-01 to 2026-12-15

    Early-year Gulf/Middle East window

    2027-02-01 to 2027-02-28

    Peer events and their typical months drawn from public event listings; confirm exact dates on each organiser's site.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    RNS

    Rennes Bretagne Airport (Saint-Jacques)

    Closest gateway to Parc Expo Rennes; domestic French routes plus a limited number of European services. Taxis and ride-hailing pick up directly outside arrivals.

    ~12 km

    to venue

    15-25 min off-peak; 25-35 min in peak traffic

    by car

    NTE

    Nantes Atlantique Airport

    Larger international gateway with more direct European flights; reached via the A83/N137 motorway toward Rennes.

    ~110 km

    to venue

    1 h 15 - 1 h 30 by car

    by car

    CDG

    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    Best option for long-haul arrivals: direct TGV services connect the airport rail station to Rennes city centre, then bus or taxi to the venue.

    ~350 km

    to venue

    ~3 h 30 door-to-door (TGV CDG to Rennes ~2 h 30, plus ~25-35 min transfer to Bruz)

    by car

    DNR

    Dinard-Pleurtuit Airport

    Small regional airport with limited and seasonal services - check schedules before relying on it.

    ~75 km

    to venue

    ~1 h by car

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Bruz / Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande and Rennes south ring (5-15 min from Parc Expo Rennes)

    USD 55–90 / night

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    Mid-range
    Rennes city centre and Gare de Rennes area (20-30 min by car or STAR bus to the venue)

    USD 95–160 / night

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    Premium
    Rennes historic centre, walkable to restaurants and the TGV station (20-30 min to the venue)

    USD 170–300 / night

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    Ride-hailing (Uber/Bolt)

    Estimated costEUR 20-35 rideshare estimate
    Best forRennes city centre to Parc Expo Rennes, Bruz

    App-based pick-up widely available in the Rennes metropolitan area; allow extra waiting time on show mornings.

    City bus (STAR network)

    Estimated costEUR 1.70 single ticket (STAR) estimate
    Best forRennes city centre / Gare de Rennes to Bruz (Parc Expo Rennes)

    Cheapest option, around 30-40 min depending on the service; check current STAR lines and timetables for Bruz before travelling.

    High-speed train (TGV inOui / Ouigo)

    Estimated costEUR 25-90 depending on booking class and lead time
    Best forParis Montparnasse (and CDG) to Rennes, then bus/taxi to Bruz

    Paris-Rennes takes roughly 1 h 25 - 2 h; book ahead for show-week travel as seats sell out on peak services.

    On-site parking (private car)

    Estimated costFree to EUR 5 per day estimate
    Best forParc Expo Rennes car parks, La Haie Gautrais, Bruz

    The venue has large surface car parks; arrive early on day 1 and confirm current parking arrangements with the organiser.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 55–75 (taxi to Paris expo districts)
    Best forParis Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Parc Expo Rennes

    RER B + Metro often faster to Porte de Versailles or Villepinte.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forRennes Bretagne Airport (Saint-Jacques) (RNS) to Parc Expo Rennes

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forNantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Parc Expo Rennes

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 40–90 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
    Best forDinard-Pleurtuit Airport (DNR) to Parc Expo Rennes

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa required
    ATA Carnet: accepted

    EU/EEA and Swiss citizens travel and work freely. Short-stay visa-exempt nationals (including UK, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and Japanese passport holders) may attend the show without a visa for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period, provided the visit is for business meetings, trade fairs or negotiations and not paid local employment.

    France accepts ATA carnets for the temporary admission of exhibition goods, professional equipment and samples. Exhibitors shipping stand equipment should have the carnet validated by French customs; confirm current handling procedures with the organiser and your freight forwarder.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    March in Rennes/Bruz is cool, breezy and changeable: typical daytime highs of 11-13 °C with lows around 4-5 °C, and roughly 55-70 mm of rain spread over about 12 wet days. Expect sudden showers and wind off the Atlantic, so pack layers and a waterproof jacket.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    EU roaming may apply for EU SIMs; local prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available — confirm venue Wi‑Fi with the organiser.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Greetings and language

    Start every exchange with a handshake and a clear 'Bonjour' before moving to business - skipping the greeting is seen as abrupt. French is the working language on the show floor; English is common in the food industry but bilingual business cards and materials help.

    Meals, timing and tipping

    Lunch runs roughly 12:00-14:00 and business dinners start around 19:30-20:00. Service is included by law, so tipping is optional: round up the bill or leave around 5-10% for good service. Never rush the end of a meal - coffee and conversation are part of the meeting.

    Dress and meeting etiquette

    Business casual or formal is appropriate at the venue and in Rennes restaurants. Arrive on time, exchange cards at the start, and expect decisions to be made after internal consensus rather than in the first meeting - follow up with a written recap and clear next steps.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: RNS

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Bruz; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    France is in the Schengen area. EU/EEA citizens and most UK, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and Japanese passport holders can attend CFIA Rennes for short business trips visa-free (Schengen 90 days in any 180). Nationals of visa-required countries need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) business visa, applied for through France-Visas at least 15 calendar days (in practice 3-6 weeks) before travel; the fee is EUR 90 (EUR 45 for children 6-12). Visa-exempt travellers should check the upcoming ETIAS pre-travel authorisation before booking. Proof of accommodation, a return ticket and the organiser's invitation/registration confirmation are commonly requested at the border.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Schengen short-stay visa (Type C), business/visit purpose. Fee is EUR 45 for children aged 6-12 and waived for children under 6. Apply through the France-Visas portal and the competent French consulate/VFS centre; bring the organiser's invitation or registration confirmation, hotel booking, travel insurance and proof of funds. No visa is needed, but the EU's ETIAS pre-travel authorisation is being

    Official

    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Areas to stay

    Bruz / Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande and Rennes south ring (5-15 min from Parc Expo Rennes) · Rennes city centre and Gare de Rennes area (20-30 min by car or STAR bus to the venue) · Rennes historic centre, walkable to restaurants and the TGV station (20-30 min to the venue)

    budget

    $55-$90 USD/night

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    mid range

    $95-$160 USD/night

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    premium

    $170-$300 USD/night

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Rennes Bretagne Airport (Saint-Jacques) (RNS): 15-25 min off-peak; 25-35 min in peak traffic; Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE): 1 h 15 - 1 h 30 by car; Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): ~3 h 30 door-to-door (TGV CDG to Rennes ~2 h 30, plus ~25-35 min transfer to Bruz); Dinard-Pleurtuit Airport (DNR): ~1 h by car. Allow road or rail time to Parc Expo Rennes; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Parc Expo Rennes: Bruz / Saint-Jacques-de-la-Lande and Rennes south ring (5-15 min from Parc Expo Rennes): Campanile Rennes Sud - Saint-Jacques, ibis budget Rennes Route de Lorient, hotelF1 Rennes Sud / Saint-Jacques area; Rennes city centre and Gare de Rennes area (20-30 min by car or STAR bus to the venue): Le Nemours Rennes, Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement, ibis Styles Rennes Centre Gare; Rennes historic centre, walkable to restaurants and the TGV station (20-30 min to th

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Bruz; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Parc Expo Rennes.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Parc Expo Rennes; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: March 2027

    Temperature: 4-12 °C typical March range in Rennes (lows around 4-5 °C, daytime highs 11-13 °C)

    Seasonality: March is changeable and among the wetter months in Brittany - roughly 55-70 mm of rain over about 12 wet days, with Atlantic wind and frequent short showers. Pack layers, a waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes for the walk between halls and car parks.

    Packing: March is changeable and among the wetter months in Brittany - roughly 55-70 mm of rain over about 12 wet days, with Atlantic wind and frequent short showers. Pack layers, a waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes for the walk between halls and car parks.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Wednesday 10 March 2027 (day 2 of the 3-day run)

    With a Tuesday-to-Thursday run, day 2 combines the fullest conference agenda with peak exhibitor attendance and the widest staffing of technical experts on stands. Opening day is busier for badge collection and orientation, while day 3 thins out in the afternoon as exhibitors begin dismantling; day 2 gives the best ratio of meeting quality to crowd density.

    1

    Verify passport validity and check current France Schengen entry and visa rules for your nationality — Rules differ by passport; confirm official requirements before booking.

    2

    Book flights and onward rail to Rennes so you arrive before the March 9, 2027 opening — Allow buffer time for connections into Brittany.

    3

    Reserve a hotel in Rennes or Bruz with free cancellation for March 8-12, 2027 — Parc Expo Rennes sits in Bruz, outside central Rennes.

    4

    Register online at rennes.cfiaexpo.com and confirm badge type and payment for your visitor category — Keep the registration confirmation accessible offline.

    5

    Download the hall plan and conference programme once the organiser publishes them — Use the plan to group exhibitors by product segment.

    6

    Shortlist exhibitors in food processing, ingredients and packaging and request B2B meetings in advance — Pre-booked meetings fill quickly in the final weeks.

    7

    Plan daily transport between your hotel and Parc Expo Rennes — Confirm shuttle, bus or taxi options and journey times with the organiser.

    8

    Prepare business cards, company documents and a meeting notes template — Keep digital and printed copies.

    9

    Check March weather for Brittany and pack layers, a waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes — Early March in western France is cool and changeable.

    10

    Confirm meeting agendas, badge collection point and Day-1 arrival time at Parc Expo Rennes — Leave extra time for security screening on opening morning.

    11

    Block time for conference sessions on agri-food innovation alongside hall visits — Balance scheduled sessions with open exhibit-floor time.

    12

    Re-confirm travel, hotel and any visa documents before departure — Store organiser contact details offline.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    09:00-10:30

    Arrival at Parc Expo Rennes, badge collection at the visitor entrance, orientation walk through the main halls and the innovation showcase.

    11:00-17:00

    Sourcing block: pre-booked meetings with ingredient, process-equipment and packaging suppliers, plus a first pass through the exhibitor aisles.

    09:30-13:00

    Conference and innovation programme: attend the food-tech and industrial performance sessions and the innovation award displays, then network in the conference area.

    14:00-20:00

    Follow-up business meetings and stand visits for quotes, followed by an evening networking dinner in central Rennes (20-30 min from the venue).

    Side trips

    2

    Saint-Malo (walled port city, Brittany)

    Mont Saint-Michel (UNESCO World Heritage site, Normandy/Brittany border)

    Networking spots

    3

    CFIA business meetings / matchmaking area

    Organiser-hosted B2B zone on the show floor for scheduled buyer-supplier meetings - the most efficient place to meet French agri-food decision makers.

    Conference / agora session area

    Seating and coffee areas around the conference programme where technical and R&D contacts gather between sessions.

    Central Rennes restaurant district (Rue Saint-Michel / Place des Lices, Rennes)

    Standard setting for after-show dinners and informal meetings; 20-30 min by car or STAR bus from the venue.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visitor_ticket

    visitor · standard trade badge

    EUR 60 / per badge

    estimate

    visa_fee

    visitor · Schengen short-stay (Type C)

    EUR 90 / per applicant

    official

    exhibitor_stand

    exhibitor · shell scheme

    EUR 200–320 / per sqm

    estimate

    booth_space

    exhibitor · raw space (floor only)

    EUR 150–250 / per sqm

    estimate

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You have 2-3 specific supplier categories to benchmark, or you are assessing the French agri-food supply chain for the first time.

    Best for

    Sourcing, procurement and technical managers from food & beverage processors, retailers and ingredient buyers who need to compare suppliers, equipment, ingredients and packaging in one trip.

    Min. budget

    $550.00

    Timeline

    4-8 weeks (badge pre-registration, flights and hotel in Rennes/Bruz, visa 3-6 weeks if required)

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals - confirm live rates.

    Hotel capacity around Rennes Parc Expo tightens during show week; south-of-Rennes hotels sell out first.

    Schengen visa appointment slots can delay late applicants in peak spring travel season.

    exhibit

    You already have French/Breton food-industry leads to convert and can staff the stand for all three show days.

    Best for

    Supplier companies (ingredients, process equipment, packaging, hygiene, automation, services) targeting French and Western-European food manufacturers.

    Min. budget

    $2,600.00

    Timeline

    6-12 months (stand space booking, build, logistics and staffing rosters)

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals - confirm live rates.

    Stand space, shell scheme and build costs are quoted per sqm and rise sharply with bespoke builds.

    Booth rental, hotel and freight costs for a 9-12 sqm minimum presence exceed the visitor case by 5-10x.

    skip

    Your target buyers are not food & beverage manufacturers, or online supplier research and regional trade association contacts already cover your needs.

    Best for

    Companies outside the food-processing value chain, or teams with no French/Western-European pipeline and no budget for travel this year.

    Timeline

    None

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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    Official imagery from CFIA Rennes

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    Glossary

    1
    Agri-food
    The sector that encompasses the production, processing, and distribution of food products.
    2
    Exhibitor
    A company or individual that displays products or services at a trade show.
    3
    Visitor
    An individual who attends a trade show to explore products, network, and gain insights.
    4
    Innovation
    The introduction of new ideas, products, or methods in the industry.
    5
    Networking
    The act of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts.
    6
    Sustainability
    Practices that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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