Health ingredients Europe 2014 And Natural ingredients Returns To Amsterdam!

The food and beverage industry is going through a period of substantial growth. Sales in products with specific health benefits and those renowned for their health properties are driving the upward trend in health and wellness. Today’s consumers are seeking beneficial and functional foods that will provide solutions to their nutritional challenges and to their overall health and wellness. With an expected real term growth of 7 % by 2017, the global health and wellness industry is on its way to hitting a record high of $1 trillion dollars. The Netherlands, home to this year’s Hi Europe, is showing significant development and opportunity, with an 18 % increase in health and wellness sales between 2008 and 2013. In addition, sales in the Benelux region reached €10 billion in 2013 and are expected to reach €11 billion by 2018.

In addition to adapting to the latest trends in the global food and beverage industry, HiE is about bringing in new business, inspirations and new energy, while conveying innovative ideas and suppliers to the market. Whether suppliers and visitors seek to improve existing products or systems, get educated on market and industry trends, or radically innovate through new technologies and new business processes, Hi Europe is the place to be on the 2-4 December.

For more information please visit: www.hieurope.com