-Press Release
The Tamil Nadu Hotels Association (TNHA) is set to host UNAVU EXPO 2026, from 1–3 October 2026 at Chennai Trade Centre, creating a focused B2B platform for companies serving India’s rapidly evolving food, hospitality and foodservice ecosystem.
With 150+ companies and 500+ brands expected to participate and an estimated 15,000+ business visitors, the expo is positioned as a marketplace for business development, sourcing, technology adoption, product launches, partnerships and market expansion. UNAVU EXPO brings together hotels, restaurants, caterers, cafés, bakeries, QSRs, cloud kitchens and foodservice businesses with manufacturers, distributors, importers, technology companies, solution providers and emerging brands.
A Platform for Established Businesses and Startups
The expo presents a strong opportunity for established business houses, manufacturers and solution providers to strengthen their presence in the South Indian market while enabling startups and emerging brands to introduce new products, technologies and business models directly to industry decision-makers.
Companies operating across commercial kitchens, food processing, refrigeration, automation, packaging, food and beverage, hygiene, housekeeping, guest amenities, sustainability, technology, digital solutions and financial services can use the platform to demonstrate their capabilities and engage directly with potential customers and partners.
For startups, UNAVU EXPO provides an opportunity to showcase innovation, validate products, generate business leads, identify channel partners and build visibility within the hospitality ecosystem.
From Exhibition to Business Engagement
UNAVU EXPO is designed to move beyond a conventional product exhibition. The focus is on creating meaningful interactions between solution providers and businesses looking to invest, upgrade, expand or improve their operations.
Industry professionals can evaluate products and technologies, compare solutions, meet suppliers, explore new business models and identify opportunities for collaboration.
The expo will also feature technology demonstrations, food-safety initiatives, industry discussions, knowledge-sharing sessions and business networking opportunities, creating multiple touchpoints between the industry and its supply chain.
Innovation, Technology and the Next Phase of Hospitality
As hospitality businesses increasingly focus on operational efficiency, food safety, automation, sustainability, energy efficiency, quality and guest experience, suppliers and technology companies have an expanding role to play.
UNAVU EXPO provides a common platform for businesses to present solutions that can address these emerging requirements and for hospitality operators to discover technologies relevant to their future growth.
The event also creates an avenue for Indian manufacturers and home-grown brands to demonstrate their capabilities alongside established international and national suppliers.
A Direct Invitation to the Business Community
TNHA invites business houses, manufacturers, technology companies, startups, food brands, distributors, service providers and entrepreneurs to participate in UNAVU EXPO 2026 and engage with one of the country’s most dynamic hospitality and foodservice markets.
For participating companies, the opportunity extends beyond exhibition visibility — it is about meeting the market, understanding customer requirements, generating business conversations and building long-term commercial relationships.
UNAVU EXPO 2026
1–3 October 2026
Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai
Register at: unavuexpo.com/visitor-registration
Organised by: Tamil Nadu Hotels Association
Theme: Where the Tradition of Hospitality Meets the Business of Tomorrow
For participation and business enquiries:
Synergy Exposures & Events India Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
