1. A Vibrant Gathering Point for Vietnamese Seafood
Organized by the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), Vietfish acts as the "heart" that connects every link in the value chain. This ecosystem is vividly demonstrated by the full presence of all key stakeholders:
Processors and Exporters: Leading enterprises showcasing core export products such as shrimp, pangasius, tuna, and cephalopods.
Auxiliary Suppliers: Ranging from animal feed and seed providers to businesses offering cold storage equipment, machinery, packaging, logistics, and quality inspection.
Aquaculture Producers: A chain of specialized fish and shrimp farms.
Business Partners: International and domestic importers, retail systems, and experts seeking high-quality sources and innovative products.
This connection transcends mere contract signings; it is a platform for businesses to share resources and build a thriving community.
2. The "From Pond to Table" Ecosystem
The "ecosystem" at Vietfish 2026 is defined by the seamless integration of the entire seafood value chain. Beyond showcasing finished products, Vietfish brings together every stage: from seed production and feed to farming, harvesting, processing, preservation, distribution, and export.
Visitors can witness a perfect closed-loop process:
Seeds and Animal Feed: Leading companies introduce new genetic research, improved survival rates, and biological feed to optimize costs.
Farming and Processing Technology: Featuring Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS), ultra-fast freezing equipment, and automated deep-processing lines.
Logistics Services: Smart cold storage solutions and multi-modal transport ensure product quality remains intact for international consumers.
This simultaneous presence creates a closed supply chain, allowing businesses to easily find suitable partners within a single space, thereby reducing transaction costs and strengthening chain linkages.
3. Culinary Excellence and New Consumer Trends
A comprehensive ecosystem must include "Product Diversity". Under the message "Asia’s Home of Seafood," Vietnam is transforming into the world's largest supplier of value-added seafood products.
Vietfish is the clearest venue to witness this transformation.
Culinary experience zones demonstrate the diversity of Value-added products.
Buyers and visitors can taste "Ready-to-eat" or "Ready-to-cook" dishes.
Seafood By-products: Vietfish has opened a new mindset regarding the circular economy. Fish skin, bones, and scales are no longer waste but become raw materials for collagen, gelatin, and premium animal feed, maximizing the value of Vietnamese fish and shrimp.
4. Innovation and Green Technology: Levers for the Future
Entering 2026, the seafood industry no longer relies solely on traditional methods. Innovation, Sustainability, and Green Technology are the key pillars of this exhibition.
We see the rise of Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS), advanced water treatment, and eco-friendly farming technologies.
At Vietfish 2026, traditional local values blend with modern thinking through "sustainable future," "green technology," "responsible production," and "resource conservation".
These are the vital factors for the seafood industry in 2026.
5. People – The Heart and Pulse of the Ecosystem
Behind the grand booths and impressive export figures, this ecosystem is built not just by machinery, but by the hands and minds of People.
Vietfish 2026 dedicates a prestigious place to honor the "silent heroes".
From the sweat of farmers on sun-drenched ponds to the meticulousness of factory workers, the resilience of fishermen, and the wisdom of experts researching sustainable solutions.
The trust-filled handshakes between Vietnamese entrepreneurs and global partners are the core heartbeat that keeps the seafood ecosystem running smoothly.
6. International Trade Gateway – Multi-dimensional Connectivity
As Asia’s leading prestigious seafood exhibition, Vietfish attracts thousands of international visitors and serves as the global gateway for Vietnamese enterprises.
Through B2B matching, specialized seminars, and trade programs, Vietfish enables direct access to global importers and retailers.
It shortens the gap between producers and markets, opening strategic cooperation opportunities for sustainable development.
This is not just about sales; it is an intersection of business culture and global quality standards.
7. Spreading Sustainable Values and Social Responsibility
Vietfish's comprehensiveness is further reflected in its commitment to sustainability. The ecosystem is driving a shift in industry awareness toward environmental protection and community responsibility.
Vietnamese seafood is not only delicious and high-quality but also produced humanely and responsibly.
This is the most powerful "passport" for Vietnamese products to penetrate the most demanding global markets.
Vietfish 2026 has evolved beyond a commercial event to become a symbol of the Vietnamese seafood industry's transformation. By integrating production, technology, trade, and people, it has created a comprehensive ecosystem where the ambition to reach global heights is realized through every connection and sustainable partnership. This is the pride and driving force for Vietnamese seafood to continue leaving a profound mark on the world map.
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We look forward to welcoming you to Vietfish 2026 – Innovation • Sustainability!
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) More than five years after the UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) took effect, Vietnamese seafood is steadily expanding its market share in the United Kingdom, one of Europe’s major seafood import markets with stable and diverse consumer demand.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) At Van Hung Commune, Khanh Hoa Province, the Khanh Hoa Agricultural Extension Center, in collaboration with the Northern Aquaculture Research Center and the Van Hung Public Service Center, organized a technical training course on the industrial-scale production of disease-free golden pompano (Trachinotus falcatus) seed for local marine fish farmers.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s squid and octopus exports maintained a strong recovery in the first five months of 2026, reaching more than USD 302 million, up 17% compared to the same period in 2025. Growth was primarily driven by Asian markets, including South Korea, Japan, Thailand, and China, while exports to the United States and the European Union continued to face headwinds from cautious consumer demand and increasingly stringent compliance requirements.
Vietnamese seafood giant Minh Phu Group has inaugurated a VND1.5 trillion (US$57.4 million) seafood processing plant in Ca Mau Province.
(vasep.com.vn) From 19–21 August 2026, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition (Vietfish 2026) will take place at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. Under the theme "Innovation – Sustainability", Vietfish 2026 continues to serve as Vietnam's flagship annual seafood event, bringing together seafood producers, exporters, importers, buyers, industry experts, government agencies, and stakeholders from across the domestic and global seafood value chain.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports maintained strong growth momentum in May 2026, reaching USD 14 million, up 18% compared with the same month last year. Cumulative export value for the first five months of 2026 totaled USD 62 million, representing a remarkable 101% increase over the same period in 2025, highlighting the sector’s strong recovery in international markets.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tuna exports reached USD 367 million in the first five months of 2026, down 7% compared to the same period in 2025. While the decline is not yet severe, the more concerning issue is that pressure is mounting in key markets such as the United States and the European Union, just as ocean freight rates are rising sharply on long-haul routes. The current situation is therefore not merely about slower orders, but rather a clear restructuring phase for Vietnam’s tuna industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The year 2026 marks a period of strong growth for Vietnam’s tilapia industry, but it is also a time when international export competition is becoming increasingly intense. Vietnam’s tilapia exports reached USD 99 million in 2025, up 140% compared to the previous year. In the first four months of 2026 alone, export value reached USD 49 million, a 151% increase year-on-year. As global demand for affordable whitefish continues to rise, Vietnam is emerging as a noteworthy competitor to traditional tilapia powerhouses such as China, Indonesia, Brazil, and Egypt.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With continued policy support, technological innovation and close coordination among authorities, businesses and farmers, Vietnam’s pangasius industry is expected to make a strong and sustainable breakthrough during the 2026–2030 period, reinforcing its position as the world’s leading exporter of the fish.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) During the first four months of 2026, Vietnam’s tilapia exports to Asian markets showed varying trends across regions and countries. The Middle East recorded strong growth, with Saudi Arabia emerging as the largest Asian market for Vietnamese tilapia. ASEAN markets also expanded significantly, driven primarily by Malaysia. Meanwhile, Japan maintained solid growth, while exports to South Korea declined compared to the same period in 2025.
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