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GulfHost 2026 Exhibitor List

Trade-orientedLarge-scaleIn-personInternational draw
📅 3 November 2026 – 5 November 🏛️ Dubai World Trade Centre 📍 Dubai, AE ↗ 🏢 Dubai World Trade Centre 🔁 biennial

350

Exhibitors

25,000

Attendees

GulfHost is the premier international hospitality and foodservice equipment trade show in the MENA region. It brings together leading global manufacturers and brands to unveil cutting-edge innovations in smart kitchens, AI automation, custom modular systems, and sustainable foodservice solutions.

Exhibitor mix: Organized across major halls (Za'abeel Halls 4, 5, 6) featuring country pavilions (e.g., Spain, Germany, USA, China) and segmented product zones like Foodservice Equipment, Coffee, and Tableware.

Restaurant FoodserviceHospitality CateringAutomation RoboticsSustainability Greentech foodservice equipmentsmart kitchenscommercial kitchenscatering equipmenthospitality technologyfood automationkitchen appliances

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Venue

Dubai World Trade Centre

Exhibition centre · 110,000 m² · 18 halls · ~13,338 people

The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is a premier MICE venue in Dubai, UAE, featuring over 100,000 sqm of covered, flexible event space across multiple halls, including the Sheikh Saeed Halls, Za'abeel Halls, and the Trade Centre Arena. It is a major hub for international trade fairs, conventions, and exhibitions.

📍 Sheikh Zayed Rd, Trade Centre 2, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Operated by Dubai World Trade Centre Authority

140 events tracked at this venue → Venue website ↗

Organizer

Dubai World Trade Centre

Government · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Founded 1979

A state-owned event venue operator and free zone district that manages corporate real estate and hosts global trade exhibitions.

Runs 14 events → LinkedIn ↗

Exhibitor list

GulfHost exhibitor list

10 companies are exhibiting at GulfHost. The full list is shown below.

Why people attend

Buyers attend to source next-generation commercial kitchen machinery, explore smart kitchen automation solutions, establish partnerships with international manufacturers, and attend high-level industry summits.

Who attends

Hotel general managersoperations directorsexecutive chefsfood and beverage managerskitchen designersprocurement executivesand catering company owners.

Exhibitor categories

Foodservice EquipmentCoffee & Bar EquipmentTableware & Hospitality SuppliesHotel Technology & RoboticsSustainable Packaging

Speakers

71 speakers at GulfHost

A

Anton François

Project Manager · François Hospitality Services

"FCSI EAME Student Challenge: Introduction"

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T

Tom Allen

Chef de Cuisine · Dinner By Heston Blumenthal, Atlantis

"From Boomer to Zoomer: The Changing Customer [Roundtable]"

changing consumer habitsdemographic trendsfoodservice

Also speaking at Housing

M

Moritz Neumann

Culinary Director · JW Marriott Marquis

"From Boomer to Zoomer: The Changing Customer [Roundtable]"

changing consumer habitsdemographic trendsfoodservice
T

Tina Nielsen

Editor · FCSI

"From Boomer to Zoomer: The Changing Customer [Roundtable]"

changing consumer habitsdemographic trendsfoodservice
L

Luigi Vespero

Director of F&B Operations · Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

"Procurement Power: Driving Efficiency & Profit [Roundtable]"

procurementcost efficiencyfoodservice industry
K

Kareem Abughazaleh

Founder and CEO · Foodie Holdings

"Procurement Power: Driving Efficiency & Profit [Roundtable]"

procurementcost efficiencyfoodservice industry
M

Margarita Vaamonde

Head Chef · Soul Kitchen

"The Next Frontier in Hospitality [Roundtable]"

hospitality trendsfoodservice innovationregional opportunities
M

Michael Jones

Search & Evaluation Lead, GI & Inflammation · Takeda

"Procurement Power: Driving Efficiency & Profit [Roundtable]"

Search and evaluationGI & InflammationPicking winners

Also speaking at Fierce Biotech Week, MS&T Connect Networking Event, Digital Construction Week

M

Miguel Chillerón Filoso

AI & Design Director · Livit

"The Next Frontier in Hospitality [Roundtable]"

hospitality trendsfoodservice innovationregional opportunities
T

Tom Kooij

Director of Food & Beverage · Mandarin Oriental

"The Next Frontier in Hospitality [Roundtable]"

hospitality trendsfoodservice innovationregional opportunities
F

Faisal Aldeleigan

Chef & Consultant · Chef Faisal Consultancy

"Chef Talks: Recipe for Success"

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C

Carmine Pecoraro

Culinary Director · One & Only Royal Mirage

"Chef Talks: Recipe for Success"

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T

Tarek Mouriess

Chef de Cuisine · Dubai World Trade Centre

"Chef Talks: Recipe for Success"

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M

Meghan Daro

VP Consultant Services · Middleby Corporation

"From Kitchen to Boardroom, the Women Making Their Mark in Foodservice [Roundtable]"

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U

Uzma Chaudhry

Senior L&D Leader · Inspire Brands

"From Kitchen to Boardroom, the Women Making Their Mark in Foodservice [Roundtable]"

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C

Celia Stoecklin

Chef de Cuisine · Filia Dubai

"From Kitchen to Boardroom, the Women Making Their Mark in Foodservice [Roundtable]"

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+ 55 more speakers at this event.

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Frequently asked questions

When is GulfHost?+
GulfHost takes place on 3 November 2026 to 5 November 2026.
Where is GulfHost held?+
GulfHost is held at Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, AE.
Who organises GulfHost?+
GulfHost is organised by Dubai World Trade Centre.
How many exhibitors attend GulfHost?+
GulfHost typically hosts approximately 350 exhibitors.
How often is GulfHost held?+
GulfHost is held biennial.

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