FDEA NETWORK FORUM & AWARDS

4th December, Pullman St Pancras Hotel, London

Join the UK’s Biggest Gathering of Food & Drink Exporters

The winners of the 2025 Export Awards will be announced at our annual flagship event – the go-to meeting place for food and drink exporters. 

Hear from the Minister of Exports, Sir Chris Bryant MP, in our interactive Q&A – a rare opportunity to raise your challenges and ensure your voice is heard on the real-world issues impacting your exports.

Connect With Exporters Like You

Build relationships and exchanges ideas with peers who understand the challenges and opportunities of exporting.

Learn From Real Experience – Hear from exporters who’ve been there, done it – from breaking into new markets to managing a complex network of distributors.

Tap into the knowledge of export specialists in logistics, labelling, compliance, tariff codes, leading world markets and more.

Dedicated Networking Opportunities –Networking Drinks and lunch– Relaxed and informal, the perfect setting to meet new contacts.

Celebrate Success – Be inspired by your peers as we crown the winners of the 2025 FDEA Export Awards – recognising excellence across the industry.

 

 

Speakers Include:

Will Chase founder of Tyrells and Willy’s ACV – The importance of building brands with integrity when taking them to new markets.

Conor Love – Partner Brands – “I might not be your biggest partner, but I can try to be your favourite” 

Michela Pearson of IGD – Global Markets and Channel Forecasts to 2030

Nikki Jones and Glenn Smith – Southpaw Agency – part of the Hakuhodo Network – International Marketing: Global Storytelling: Building Brands, Channels and Communities Overseas

Irina Vorn – Clarges Trading, Where in the World?  Opportunities in the former Soviet Union and Baltic states. 

Muhammad Furqan – Halal Certification Europe – Where in the World? How halal opens doors to new markets?

Ticket Prices (+VAT)
  • FDEA Members –  £199    –      Non Members – £229

 

With thanks to our sponsors: 

  • IFE & IFE Manufacturing

  • GBH Exhibition Forwarding

  • Freight Agency

  • PS8 Ltd

ENTER

Ready to shine?  Enter the awards today!  Showcase your success and gain recognition for your achievements.
Enter via our simple online form.

2025 entries now closed

SPONSOR

Gain exclusive exposure and raise your profile by becoming a sponsor of our prestigious awards. With a range of sponsorship options available, it’s a prime opportunity to showcase your brand to key food and drink exporters and industry leaders.

BOOK

The Export Awards will be presented at our Network Forum on 4 December 2025 in London.

Book and enjoy a full day’s programme of insights, inspiring speakers and connections. 

Book your Tickets Now

2024 WINNERS

The UK’s top food and drink exporters gathered for an inspiring day of celebration, connections, and insights at the Export Awards & Network Forum 2024.

Delegates enjoyed a dynamic morning session where attendees gained expert advice, invaluable networking and practical strategies to fuel international growth from speakers including IGD, AG Barr, the Food and Drink Federation, Central Group and Tickeat.

The awards culminated in Belvoir Farm Drinks being crowned Exporter of the Year, recognised for their impressive global reach—serving over 60 countries—and a standout export strategy built on sustainability, innovation, and strong customer relationships.

Congratulations to all the winners!