THAIFEX-World of Food ASIA 2010 Unfolding the Fascinating Potential of the Thai Food Industry, This May 12th-16th, at IMPACT Muang-Thong-Thani

BANGKOK, March 9 /PRNewswire/ -- The countdown is on, once again, for Thailand's grandest food extravaganza of the year, the THAIFEX – World of food ASIA 2010. The event aims to further underscore Thailand's capabilities as a major food-manufacturing and food-exporting hub of the region, and the world. This year's event is set to feature over 1,000 leading food-related companies, occupying over 2,100 booths, and is poised to welcome an influx of international visitors from around the world.

Mrs. Srirat Rastapana, DEP Director-General revealed that, "The Royal Thai Government has established policies for strategic developments and promotion of the Thai food industry with objectives to improve the already outstanding food quality and safety standards to the next level. The policies encompass virtually all production processes from factory to consumers, and they should also contribute to expanding export opportunities to more countries, especially ones with stringent importing requirements. Thai food exports this year are expected to enjoy a noticeable growth in line with the global economic recovery."

The THAIFEX 2010 is yet another collaboration of three outstanding organizing partners – the Department of Export Promotion (DEP), the Thai Chamber of Commerce (TCC), and, the German world-class event organizer Koelnmesse. The event is aimed at showcasing to an international audience a comprehensive spectrum of Thailand's food production capabilities and advanced food-related technologies. The display will be divided into categories including 'Food & Beverage', 'Food Catering', 'Food Technology', 'Hospitality Services' and 'Retail Franchise', all of which amount to a total of 2,100 booths featuring over 1,000 leading companies from Thailand and beyond.

Other interesting highlights, especially for professionals in the food industry, include exhibitions on 'Halal Food', 'Organic Food', 'Food Safety from Thailand', and 'Design in Thailand', plus eye-opening and educational seminars on the current situation of the global food market. Moreover, there will also be an exhibition dedicated to advanced manufacturing and packaging technology, along with, latest trends in the food industry that are attracting consumer attention across the globe.

This event will offer a great opportunity for international food buyers to meet face-to-face with producers, importers and exporters, as well as, to learn about their newest developments.

SOURCE Integrated Communication Co., Ltd.