The 5th Annual Proactive Food Safety Conference Europe returns on 25th November 2026, bringing together Europe’s food and drink safety community for a dedicated day of learning, collaboration, and networking.
Focused on proactive, risk-resilient food safety strategies, the conference will explore how manufacturers and industry leaders can strengthen compliance, improve traceability, embrace digital transformation, and respond to emerging risks across increasingly complex global supply chains.
Hosted as a one-day, industry-led conference and networking exhibition, the event will feature more than 25 in-house safety, quality assurance, and technical leaders sharing practical lessons, operational strategies, and real-world case studies designed to help organisations deliver scalable and future-ready food safety outcomes.
Conference: The Proactive Food Safety Conference Europe
Date: 25th Nov 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Key Themes Driving The 2026 Agenda
This year’s conference programme will examine some of the most pressing food safety challenges and opportunities facing manufacturers and suppliers across Europe.
Topics include:
- Effective labelling strategies and allergen control systems
- Building resilient and fully traceable supply chains
- Navigating evolving global regulations and compliance demands
- Leveraging AI, automation, and digital tools for safer operations
- Embedding strong food safety cultures across organisations
- Balancing sustainability targets with robust safety protocols
- Securing long-term consumer trust through transparency and accountability
- Identifying future trends and emerging food safety risks
The conference places a strong emphasis on practical implementation, helping delegates understand how food safety strategies can evolve alongside technological innovation, changing regulations, and shifting consumer expectations.
AI, Digitalisation & The Future Of Food Safety
Artificial intelligence and digital technologies will be a major focus throughout the event.
Sessions will explore how predictive analytics, digital monitoring systems, automated compliance tools, and AI-powered risk management platforms are helping organisations move from reactive safety processes to proactive, data-driven operations.
Delegates will gain practical insight into how digitalisation can improve accuracy, efficiency, visibility, and decision-making across manufacturing, quality assurance, supply chain management, and consumer safety.
Interactive Discussions & Industry Networking
Alongside keynote sessions and case studies, attendees can expect a range of interactive panel discussions and peer-to-peer conversations designed to encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Dedicated networking breaks throughout the day will provide opportunities for food safety, quality, and technical professionals to connect with peers from across the European FMCG sector.
Previous editions of the conference have featured speakers and case studies from organisations including Just Eat Takeaway, Groupe Bimbo, Flora Food Group, and other leading food and drink brands.
Why Attend?
The Proactive Food Safety Conference Europe is designed for professionals responsible for food safety, technical compliance, quality assurance, manufacturing standards, supply chain resilience, and consumer trust.
Attendees will leave with:
- Actionable food safety strategies and operational insights
- Updates on the latest regulations and compliance expectations
- New approaches to allergen management and labelling
- Practical examples of AI and digital transformation in food safety
- Valuable peer connections across the European food and drink industry
With industry pressure continuing to grow around transparency, traceability, sustainability, and compliance, the event offers an opportunity for organisations to benchmark strategies and prepare for the future of food safety.
Contact Details
- foodsafetytrendsconference.com/europe
- +44 (0)20 3479 2299
- [email protected]



