Exposure opportunities for companies that want to lead the conversation on food safety in Portugal.
Innovate. Certify. Evolve.
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EXHIBITION AND NETWORKING
The future of food security under discussion.
The PFS'26 is the central meeting point for decision-makers, auditors, and technicians seeking excellence. A focused day on technological innovation, security culture, and new European directives.
O Portugal Food Safety 2026 is the national excellence congress designed for professionals across the entire agri-food value chain. In a market where transparency, rigor, and consumer trust are non-negotiable, food safety requires absolute commitment and collaboration from all stakeholders.
The agenda delves into the critical points of primary production and industry, the complex demands of logistics, packaging, and labeling, up to the rigorous dynamics of large distribution and retail.
In this ongoing ecosystem, the response to the current and future challenges of the sector relies on a triad of equal importance:
Plenary Sessions
Strategic discussions with regulators and industry thought leaders.
Technical Sessions
Practical solutions and business innovations in dedicated rooms.
Who is this for?
Food Industry
Manufacturers, processors, packaging companies, and logistics firms.
Retail & Distribution
Major retail chains and retail brands.
Auditors & Consultants
Experts in management systems and certification standards.
Institutions & Universities
Regulatory agencies, laboratories, and universities.
Food Safety
Safety, systems, audits, and continuous improvement.
Technology and AI
The impact on predictive monitoring and the new Digital Product Passport.
Regulation & Compliance
New European requirements: PPWR, Green Claims, and scientific labeling.
Professional Networking
A hub connecting decision-makers, auditors, and strategic partners.
Portugal Food Safety'26
October 22
New date!
October 28
*Subject to change without notice.
- 08:30
Abertura de Portas e Credenciação
Recepção de participantes, Welcome Coffee e abertura da área de exposição.
- 09:20
Tópicos: política pública; crescimento económico; posicionamento do setor
- 09:40
Tópicos: cadeia alimentar; segurança alimentar; consumidor; qualidade; mercado; produtor
- 10:05
Tópicos: geopolítica; riscos sistémicos; disrupção; resiliência; dependência externa
- 10:30
Tópicos: produção agrícola; gestão de risco; sustentabilidade; rentabilidade; produtividade: regulamentação
- 11:30
Tópicos: normas; acesso a mercados; garantias; confiança; credibilidade; gestão
- 11:55
Tópicos: eficiência operacional; custos; auditorias; complexidade: investimento, harmonização de requisitos
- 14:00
Tópicos: adulteração; fraude económica; autenticidade; vulnerabilidade; prevenção; cadeias globais
- 14:30
Tópicos: gestão de crises; recolhas (recall); deteção precoce; rastreabilidade; digitalização; transparência
- 15:10
Tópicos: embalagens; regulação; sustentabilidade; economia circular;
- 16:00
Tópicos: pressão do mercado; sustentabilidade corporativa; relatórios; responsabilidade social; governança; consumidores; custos operacionais
- 16:45
Tópicos: segurança alimentar; tecnologia; sustentabilidade; confiança; transformação digital; futuro; integração de sistemas
- 17:30
Encerramento
Conclusões finais e encerramento do summit.
Registration
Tickets and Prices
All tickets include a certificate of participation, coffee breaks, and access to the plenary session, technical and commercial sessions, and the networking area.
Early Bird
- Certificate of Participation
- Coffee breaks
- Lunch
- Access to all presentations
- Networking area
Student*
€100
- Certificate of Participation
- Coffee breaks
- Lunch
- Access to all presentations
- Networking area
*limited seats
Group
- Special rates for groups (3 or more business attendees)
Additional Information
Partners and Associations: 15% discount on registration (contact the organization for the code).
Early Bird: Available until July 21, 2026 (exactly 3 months before the event).
Cancellation and refund policy: In the event of cancellation by the participant, any refund is subject to an administrative fee of € 25.00, intended to cover banking and administrative expenses.
Included: All professional registration fees include lunch and coffee breaks.
Become a Sponsor / Partner
Host Sponsor
Sponsor Platinium
Scheme Owners
Institucional Support
Organization
Discover the Technical Committee
Ondina Afonso
Sonae MC
Amândio Santos
Portugal Foods
Deolinda silva
Portugal Foods
Gabriela Godrigues
Casa Mendes Gonçalves
Luís Hortêncio
Kiwa
Alexandre oliveira
QSconsult
Luisa Bastos
KiwaThe Exclusive Location
Montebelo Mosteiro de Alcobaça Historic Hotel
UNESCO World Heritage Site
The perfect setting in Central Portugal, designed to avoid the congestion of major urban centers and offer an immersive environment focused on innovation and networking.
Accommodation
Integrated booking management by Abreu Eventos, with exclusive rates for participants.
Travel
Customized assistance with arranging transportation and travel to central Portugal.
Reserve your spot
Send us a message or request our sponsor package
Frequently Ask Questions
The conference is designed for all professionals working in the agri-food supply chain (Farm to Fork). This includes food quality and safety managers, production, supply chain, and logistics directors, packaging and labeling specialists, representatives from large retailers, auditors, and technology providers.
Guided by the motto “Innovate. Certify. Evolve,” the program focuses on a three-pronged strategic approach:
- Updates on certification schemes (IFS, BRCGS, etc.);
- The digitization of processes to mitigate fraud and increase efficiency;
- End-to-end sustainability and traceability throughout the chain of custody.
Portugal Food Safety 2026 is an in-person-only event. We prioritize high-level networking, the sharing of experiences, and direct interaction with partners and solutions in the exhibition area, all within an immersive environment that a digital format cannot replicate.
The conference will take place on October 28, 2026, at the Montebelo Mosteiro de Alcobaça Historic Hotel, located in the city of Alcobaça (Western Region). A venue of architectural excellence set within the Alcobaça Monastery (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Yes. Participants registered for Portugal Food Safety are eligible for special accommodation rates at the Montebelo Historic Hotel. After purchasing your ticket, you will receive an email with instructions and a promotional code to make your reservation.
The ticket grants full access to all lectures and panel discussions, entry to the sponsors’ exhibition area, supporting materials, a certificate of participation, and access to premium networking events (including Welcome Coffee, Coffee Breaks, and an Executive Lunch).
Yes. We believe that food safety is a team effort. We offer a Corporate Package with special rates for the registration of three or more employees from the same organization. Please contact us for more details.
Yes, ticket ownership can be transferred to another colleague from the same company at no additional cost, provided the organization is notified by email by [e.g., 7 days before the event].
We offer a variety of partnership opportunities, ranging from exhibition space to sponsorship of specific event segments. Please visit our “Become a Sponsor” section or send an email directly to info@portugalsafetyfood.com to receive our Sponsorship Brochure.