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Smart Food Factory: Enhancing digital and green growth in food industry - From Vision to Impact

Leuven & Brussels, Belgium
Sep 30, 2025 - Oct 1, 2025
Onye Dike
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Published July 4th, 2025
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Summary

The Smart Food Factory event, organized by Flanders' FOOD and partners, will take place in Leuven and Brussels from September 30 to October 1, 2025. This industry conference focuses on enhancing digital and green growth in the food sector, showcasing real-world impacts and innovations from SMEs involved in the European HIGHFIVE project.

Details

Location
Leuven & Brussels, Belgium
Date
September 30th, 2025 - October 1st, 2025
Type
In Person
Website
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Event Overview

The Smart Food Factory event marks the culmination of three years of collaboration among SMEs and cluster partners within the European HIGHFIVE project. This initiative aims to drive the twin transitions of digital and green growth in the food industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders, participate in live demonstrations, and hear success stories that highlight the transformative impact of digital solutions in sustainable food practices.

What to Expect

On September 30, 2025, the theme will be From Vision to Impact, featuring:

  • Inspiring keynote speeches from industry experts.

  • Live demonstrations showcasing how digital solutions are enabling sustainable practices in real food companies.

  • An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at imec, a leading nanoelectronics R&D hub.

  • Networking and matchmaking opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders.

On October 1, 2025, the focus will shift to Collaborating for a Sustainable Food System, offering:

  • Keynote speeches and testimonials from industry and cluster representatives.

  • Workshops aimed at translating policy guidelines into actionable practices.

  • Further networking opportunities with experts, sector organizations, and policymakers.

This event is not just a conclusion but a launchpad for future initiatives, as the results of the HIGHFIVE project are set to scale across Europe, addressing the pressing challenges in the agri-food sector, such as population growth and climate-related impacts on food production【4:0†source】.


Onye Dike
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Onye Dike
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Onye Dike is a Sustainability Research Analyst at Net Zero Compare, where he contributes to research and analysis on environmental regulations, carbon accounting, and emerging sustainability trends.