1. A Vibrant Gathering Point for Vietnamese Seafood
Organized by the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), Vietfish acts as the "heart" that connects every link in the value chain. This ecosystem is vividly demonstrated by the full presence of all key stakeholders:
Processors and Exporters: Leading enterprises showcasing core export products such as shrimp, pangasius, tuna, and cephalopods.
Auxiliary Suppliers: Ranging from animal feed and seed providers to businesses offering cold storage equipment, machinery, packaging, logistics, and quality inspection.
Aquaculture Producers: A chain of specialized fish and shrimp farms.
Business Partners: International and domestic importers, retail systems, and experts seeking high-quality sources and innovative products.
This connection transcends mere contract signings; it is a platform for businesses to share resources and build a thriving community.
2. The "From Pond to Table" Ecosystem
The "ecosystem" at Vietfish 2026 is defined by the seamless integration of the entire seafood value chain. Beyond showcasing finished products, Vietfish brings together every stage: from seed production and feed to farming, harvesting, processing, preservation, distribution, and export.
Visitors can witness a perfect closed-loop process:
Seeds and Animal Feed: Leading companies introduce new genetic research, improved survival rates, and biological feed to optimize costs.
Farming and Processing Technology: Featuring Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS), ultra-fast freezing equipment, and automated deep-processing lines.
Logistics Services: Smart cold storage solutions and multi-modal transport ensure product quality remains intact for international consumers.
This simultaneous presence creates a closed supply chain, allowing businesses to easily find suitable partners within a single space, thereby reducing transaction costs and strengthening chain linkages.
3. Culinary Excellence and New Consumer Trends
A comprehensive ecosystem must include "Product Diversity". Under the message "Asia’s Home of Seafood," Vietnam is transforming into the world's largest supplier of value-added seafood products.
Vietfish is the clearest venue to witness this transformation.
Culinary experience zones demonstrate the diversity of Value-added products.
Buyers and visitors can taste "Ready-to-eat" or "Ready-to-cook" dishes.
Seafood By-products: Vietfish has opened a new mindset regarding the circular economy. Fish skin, bones, and scales are no longer waste but become raw materials for collagen, gelatin, and premium animal feed, maximizing the value of Vietnamese fish and shrimp.
4. Innovation and Green Technology: Levers for the Future
Entering 2026, the seafood industry no longer relies solely on traditional methods. Innovation, Sustainability, and Green Technology are the key pillars of this exhibition.
We see the rise of Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS), advanced water treatment, and eco-friendly farming technologies.
At Vietfish 2026, traditional local values blend with modern thinking through "sustainable future," "green technology," "responsible production," and "resource conservation".
These are the vital factors for the seafood industry in 2026.
5. People – The Heart and Pulse of the Ecosystem
Behind the grand booths and impressive export figures, this ecosystem is built not just by machinery, but by the hands and minds of People.
Vietfish 2026 dedicates a prestigious place to honor the "silent heroes".
From the sweat of farmers on sun-drenched ponds to the meticulousness of factory workers, the resilience of fishermen, and the wisdom of experts researching sustainable solutions.
The trust-filled handshakes between Vietnamese entrepreneurs and global partners are the core heartbeat that keeps the seafood ecosystem running smoothly.
6. International Trade Gateway – Multi-dimensional Connectivity
As Asia’s leading prestigious seafood exhibition, Vietfish attracts thousands of international visitors and serves as the global gateway for Vietnamese enterprises.
Through B2B matching, specialized seminars, and trade programs, Vietfish enables direct access to global importers and retailers.
It shortens the gap between producers and markets, opening strategic cooperation opportunities for sustainable development.
This is not just about sales; it is an intersection of business culture and global quality standards.
7. Spreading Sustainable Values and Social Responsibility
Vietfish's comprehensiveness is further reflected in its commitment to sustainability. The ecosystem is driving a shift in industry awareness toward environmental protection and community responsibility.
Vietnamese seafood is not only delicious and high-quality but also produced humanely and responsibly.
This is the most powerful "passport" for Vietnamese products to penetrate the most demanding global markets.
Vietfish 2026 has evolved beyond a commercial event to become a symbol of the Vietnamese seafood industry's transformation. By integrating production, technology, trade, and people, it has created a comprehensive ecosystem where the ambition to reach global heights is realized through every connection and sustainable partnership. This is the pride and driving force for Vietnamese seafood to continue leaving a profound mark on the world map.
Stay up to date with the latest news, event highlights, exhibitor information, and visitor registration for Vietfish 2026 by visiting the official website:
We look forward to welcoming you to Vietfish 2026 – Innovation • Sustainability!
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnamese pangasius producer Vinh Hoan has won the top prize at the 2026 Seafood Excellence Asia Awards for its Cured Panga Croquette, highlighting the growing potential of value-added pangasius products in international markets.
(vasep.com.vn) The Global Shrimp Forum (GSF) 2026 is taking place from September 1–3 in Utrecht, the Netherlands, bringing together around 585 delegates from 40 countries, representing approximately 300 companies and organizations across the shrimp supply chain. Representatives from VASEP are attending the event as part of the Vietnamese delegation, strengthening connections with partners across the global shrimp industry.
(vasep.com.vn) At the international B2B seminar (Hosted Buyer Program) held as part of Vietfish 2026, Mr. Nguyen Hoang Pham, Sales Director of Tai Kim Anh Seafood Processing Joint Stock Company, delivered a presentation entitled “Vietnam’s Shrimp Industry: Changing for Sustainability.” From the perspective of a seafood processor, the presentation highlighted that Vietnam’s shrimp industry continues to play a leading role in seafood exports, but is entering a new phase of competition in which change is no longer an option, but a prerequisite for growth.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) VIETFISH 2026 may have concluded after three dynamic days in Ho Chi Minh City, but conversations around the exhibition continue to resonate across international trade media, industry organizations, and the social media channels of participating companies.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia industry is maintaining strong growth momentum, with significant room for further expansion in the coming years. In 2025, total tilapia production reached approximately 420,000 tonnes, up 33% from 2024 and 2.2 times higher than in 2015. During 2015–2025, production grew at an average annual rate of around 8.4%. As production and exports continue to expand, food safety control is receiving increasing attention to ensure product quality, meet the increasingly stringent requirements of international markets, and provide a foundation for the sustainable development of Vietnam’s tilapia industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the afternoon of August 19, 2026, as part of the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – Vietfish 2026, the Hosted Buyer Program continued with the seminar “Vietnam Seafood Outlook 2026–2027: A Strategic Sourcing Destination,” followed by 1-to-1 B2B meetings between international buyers and Vietnamese seafood businesses.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Speaking at the Opening Ceremony of VIETFISH 2026 on August 19 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), U.S. Consul General Melissa Brown highlighted the important role of the exhibition in connecting Vietnam’s growing seafood industry with buyers, suppliers, and partners from the United States and around the world.
(vasep.com.vn) Tomorrow, August 19, 2026, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – Vietfish 2026 will officially open at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. Taking place over three days, from August 19–21, Vietfish 2026 promises to provide a dynamic platform for business networking, trend updates, product experiences and comprehensive cooperation across the domestic and international seafood community.
(vasep.com.vn) The global tilapia market continues to grow, creating significant opportunities for countries with strengths in aquaculture, processing, and exports. Against this backdrop, Vietnam’s tilapia industry is gradually developing toward higher quality, greater product diversification, and broader market reach. At Vietfish 2026, the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), together with the VASEP Tilapia Producers and Exporters Club, will host a joint booth to promote the image and potential of Vietnamese tilapia to domestic and international buyers.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s seafood exports are heading towards $12 billion this year, potentially the highest level on record. Yet one of the country’s export strengths is facing a growing list of challenges.
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