Innovation teams are navigating more pressure - and more opportunity - than ever before. The Insights & Trends Theatre is designed for NPD, technical and innovation professionals looking to stay ahead of what’s shaping the next wave of product development. From global consumer insight and shifting market dynamics to reformulation, advanced proteins and ingredient breakthroughs, this theatre will spotlight the trends and technologies driving change across food and drink.
Explore the programme
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09:45
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Insights and Trends Theatre60 minsExplore the changing environment of global food preferences in this insightful session on emerging consumer trends and market dynamics.
11:00
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Insights and Trends Theatre60 minsA dynamic and lively discussion exploring the role of ultra-processed foods in today’s diets.
14:50
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Insights and Trends Theatre25 minsWhat are the most compelling innovations expected to shape 2026–2030?
15:15
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Insights and Trends Theatre15 mins
Fermentation-derived proteins and Cultivated meat and seafood
15:30
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Insights and Trends Theatre20 minsDuynie will showcase a new generation of plant‑based protein designed to boost nutrition and sustainability while delivering functional properties that help reduce formulation costs.
09:45
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Insights and Trends Theatre30 minsAs global nutrition policies tighten and expectations for healthier, more sustainable food systems rise, reformulation has become both a strategic imperative and an innovation challenge.
10:15
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Insights and Trends Theatre30 minsAs consumers continue to seek healthier, cleaner and more transparent products, brands face the challenge of evolving without sacrificing the sensory qualities that define great food.
11:00
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Insights and Trends Theatre60 minsMainstream food culture is being shaped by the blend of food and nutrition.
14:50
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Insights and Trends Theatre60 minsFrom precision fermentation to next-gen sweeteners and functional fibres, ingredient innovation is accelerating faster than ever.Chairperson
Speakers include:
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Steve Osborn
Food Technology Scout and Commercial Development Director,
The Aurora Ceres Partnership
Food Matters Live London
3-4 June | Olympia, International Convention Centre