The Global Fishery Forum & Seafood Expo Russia is the main annual congress and exhibition event for the Russian fishing industry, uniting the entire supply chain — from capture and aquaculture to processing, logistics, and retail. Now in its ninth edition, the event serves as the primary platform for industry leaders, government officials, and international delegations to meet and shape the future of the sector.
Event Overview
The 9th International Fishery Forum and Exhibition of Fishery Industry, Seafood and Technologies will take place from September 16 to 18, 2026, at the Expoforum Convention and Exhibition Centre in St. Petersburg, Russia.
The event is organized by the Federal Agency for Fisheries (Rosrybolovstvo) with the support of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation. It brings together representatives from the entire fisheries value chain and related infrastructure — from shipbuilding to product delivery.
Scale and Participation
The 2025 edition (the 8th forum) demonstrated the event’s significant scale and growing international influence:
- 20,080 specialists from 84 regions of Russia and 81 countries attended
- 347 exhibitors from 37 Russian regions and 11 foreign countries participated
- 32 business programme events with 175 Russian and foreign experts were held
Countries represented included China, India, Turkey, Venezuela, Vietnam, Belarus, and other EAEU states, with official delegations also arriving from Qatar, the UAE, Chile, and Morocco. The Chinese delegation has been particularly active in recent years, with the China Fisheries Association organising group participation as an official partner .
Comprehensive Exhibition
The Seafood Expo Russia exhibition presents the complete product supply chain for fish and seafood — from catch and aquaculture to processing, logistics, storage, packaging, and delivery to the end consumer.
Key Exhibition Areas:
- Fishing & Processing: Equipment and technologies for capture and processing
- Aquaculture: Full ecosystem of fish farming (Aqua Farm Global exposition)
- Shipbuilding & Repair: Vessel construction and fleet modernisation (Ship Tech Global exposition)
- Equipment & Components: Processing, refrigeration, packaging, and logistics equipment
- Finished Products: Fish and seafood products for retail and HoReCa
Russian Regional Participation
Russian regions present their capabilities through combined stands, including Arkhangelsk, Astrakhan, Rostov, Kaliningrad, Murmansk, the Republic of Tatarstan, Sevastopol, and many others.
2026 Business Programme
The central theme for the 2026 plenary session is “The Transition to a Bioeconomy in the Fishery Industry – The Key to Technological Development and Economic Transformation”. The discussion will focus on:
- Where the main added value of fishery products is formed today
- Which export models remain sustainable amidst global trade restructuring
- How global demand for fish and seafood is changing
- What technological solutions will ensure long-term competitiveness for Russian enterprises
New Initiatives for 2026:
International Trout Forum: For the first time, a dedicated forum on trout and salmon farming will be held within the programme framework, supported by Rosrybolovstvo and reflecting the growing importance of salmonid aquaculture in Russia. Experts from Russia, Turkey, Chile, and other countries are expected to participate.
BRICS+ Cooperation Focus: A new programme block dedicated to cooperation with BRICS+ countries and the Global South will explore the development of a multipolar model of world trade, new export and logistics routes, and cooperation in processing, aquaculture, and shipbuilding.
Other Key Themes:
- Digitalisation and AI: Adoption of artificial intelligence in production and logistics management
- Aquaculture Development: Continuing the Aqua Farm Global exposition and business programme
- Youth and Education: The Fishery Skills youth forum brings together students, young professionals, and business representatives to discuss new competencies and career development in the fishing industry
Special Expositions
Ship Tech Global
This exposition showcases the full range of equipment and services for building, equipping, and maintaining the fishing fleet and food processing facilities — from medium and small-tonnage fishing vessels to transport refrigerated ships, as well as processing, packaging, and logistics equipment.
Aqua Farm Global
This exposition unites all representatives of aquaculture and mariculture, presenting solutions for the transition to more intensive production models. It includes fish farmers, feed suppliers, additives, veterinary drugs, and recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) components. A functioning RAS with live fish serves as a centrepiece, allowing exhibitors to demonstrate their technology in operation.
Networking and Business Opportunities
The forum provides unique opportunities for direct personal communication between all key industry players. As one participant noted, “All key enterprises are gathered in one venue, so there is no need to travel around the country and abroad”.
Testimonials from Participants:
- Oceanrybflot: “We still have many visitors from European countries interested in purchasing large volumes of block fillet. This year, interest from participants from Africa and Asia also significantly increased”.
- Sudorybtekhmash: “We have been coming for the fifth year in a row because this is the only exhibition in Russia for specialists of the fishing industry”.
- Odyssey DV: “Non-stop negotiations and contact exchange throughout all three days. We achieved more results than in a year of work promoting the company”.
The event also traditionally features a culinary programme with masterclasses from professional chefs, a large gastronomic festival “Russian Fish,” industry football matches, and the FishCorr media competition.
The Global Fishery Forum & Seafood Expo Russia is more than an exhibition — it is the central meeting point for the fishing industry community in Russia and the Eurasian region. For professionals seeking to navigate the changing landscape of the global seafood market, explore new technologies, and establish strategic business partnerships, this event offers unparalleled opportunities. The 9th edition promises to continue this tradition of excellence, showcasing the innovations and cooperation that will shape the future of the fishery industry.
