yummex Middle East (now ISM Middle East)

First thing to know: yummex Middle East is now called ISM Middle East. The 2027 dates have not yet been published by the organizer and will be announced soon. The trade show takes place in the autumn at the Dubai World Trade Centre, with the 2026 edition scheduled from November 3 to 5. In 2025, it brought together more than 700 exhibitors and 25,033 visitors from 140 countries. The best-located spots go quickly: it is best to decide on your stand space right now.

Co-organized by DWTC and Koelnmesse, alongside Gulfood Manufacturing, the event attracts importers and distributors from the Gulf, North Africa, and South Asia. Halal sourcing, private labels, dates, heat-resistant chocolate, family-sized packs for Ramadan: your stand must clearly showcase your ability to deliver to the region.

EXPACE regularly works in the Emirates and is familiar with the DWTC procedures, from plan validation to return logistics. We built the La Barrière Automatique stand there for Intersec Dubai. In the agri-food sector, check out the Corsiglia stand with its displays under glass domes, and the Markal stand with its hexagonal counter.