SIGEP World is reinforcing its commitment to innovation and growth within the European bakery industry by becoming a sponsor of the COFALEC General Assembly 2026, which will take place in Brussels on 11–12 June 2026. COFALEC, the Confederation of European Yeast Producers, is one of the leading representative organizations for the sector and a key voice in shaping the future of the European yeast industry.
The agreement further strengthens the relationship between Italian Exhibition Group and a highly influential association that represents a sector comprising 24 members, 29 production sites across Europe, and more than one million tonnes of yeast produced annually. COFALEC brings together companies, national associations, and stakeholders that play a central role in the development of bakery, confectionery, and innovative food applications.
The General Assembly is COFALEC’s flagship annual event, bringing together yeast producers, industry associations, researchers, experts, and institutional representatives from across Europe. It serves as a platform for discussing the key challenges and opportunities facing the sector, including regulatory developments, sustainability, technological innovation, and emerging applications of yeast.
SIGEP World’s participation as a sponsor reflects its commitment to supporting these conversations and strengthening its role as an international platform that connects the key players shaping the future of foodservice.
This partnership is rooted in a shared vision: advancing quality, innovation, and sustainability throughout the bakery and confectionery value chain. These principles have long been at the heart of SIGEP World and are central themes within the discussions fostered by the COFALEC General Assembly.
“We are proud to support COFALEC and its General Assembly 2026,” said Ilaria Cicero, Global Exhibition Director of the Food & Beverage Division at Italian Exhibition Group. “Supporting Europe’s leading industry associations means contributing to the development of meaningful connections and fostering dialogue among the stakeholders driving innovation, quality, and sustainability across the bakery and confectionery supply chains.”
Through this partnership, SIGEP World reaffirms its commitment to supporting the growth of the international foodservice ecosystem by creating opportunities for knowledge sharing, networking, and collaboration that help shape the future of the industry.
PUBLICATION
09/06/2026
sustainability
