Seafood Expo Global returns to Barcelona from 21 to 23 April 2026, confirmed as the largest edition in its history by the event organizers. With over 80 countries represented, 52,000 square metres of exhibit space, a new Aquaculture Innovation Zone, and a conference programme of over 30 sessions, SEG26 is the most significant gathering on the global seafood calendar. Here is what to expect and how to make the most of it.
Seafood Expo Global returns to Barcelona from 21 to 23 April 2026, and this year is already confirmed as the largest edition in the event’s history, according to the event organizers. More than 80 countries will be represented across five halls and over 52,000 square metres of exhibit space at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via venue.
For anyone in the seafood trade who has attended before, the scale of SEG26 is worth noting. More exhibitors, more floor space, and more people means more conversations, more product on display, and more ground to cover. The businesses that leave Barcelona having made the most of their time are the ones that arrive with a plan.
Two additions are worth highlighting. The Innovation Theater is a new dedicated space within the exhibition halls offering free programming including panel discussions, competitions, and networking events across all three days. The Aquaculture Innovation Zone, located in Hall 1, is a focused area for aquaculture technology, AI applications in fish health management, aquafeed innovation, and broader aquatech solutions. For buyers interested in farmed seafood supply chains, this is a new and concentrated opportunity to engage with the sector in one place.
The conference programme has expanded to over 30 sessions, according to Seafood Expo Global organizers. The session on the commercial opportunity for US West Coast seafood suppliers entering the EU market will examine product positioning, buyer expectations, and market access requirements. Another on Indonesia’s tuna supply chain traces the full route from coastal fishing communities to end consumers, with a focus on traceability, sustainability certification, and supply chain integrity. A session on tariffs and EU-US seafood trade will analyse the current tariff environment and its effects on sourcing strategies and pricing across both markets. Program details are subject to change.
“The largest concentration of opportunities in the seafood business per square metre in the world.”
Holt Seafood’s Barcelona team will be present at the event and available for meetings with European buyers and partners throughout the three days.
Our business focus is to provide our customers with a clear, reliable supply chain, allowing them to focus on selling their product. We have established strong alliances with factories in China, Thailand, Indonesia, Africa and South America, enabling us to focus on product development and value added services for our customers.
Holt Seafood Company is a family-owned multi-generational business established in 1989 by Beverley and Neil Holt. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, with European operations now based in Barcelona, Spain, we remain proudly independent and family-run across generations.
Over 35 years in the industry has taught us what buyers actually need: consistency, reliability, and a supplier who doesn't disappear when things get difficult. We maintain direct relationships with our factories, manage quality at the source, and ensure full traceability from catch to delivery.