Attendees of the 2024 Global Coffee Industry Hongqiao Forum participate in a roundtable discussion exploring new forms and directions for coffee consumption in China. [Photo/Hongqiao 365]
The 2025 Global Coffee Industry Hongqiao Forum, a key event of the Shanghai International Coffee Culture Festival, will commence on May 16 at Hongqiao 365, along with the opening ceremony of the 2025 Hongqiao International Coffee Culture Festival.
The forum aims to create a global dialogue platform for the coffee industry. It seeks to integrate resources across the entire industry chain and encourage cross-sector innovation, thereby enhancing the quality and global influence of China's coffee industry.
Building on Shanghai's role as a coffee consumption hub, the annual forum has attracted over 400 international representatives and local brands, establishing a comprehensive platform for observing trends in the coffee industry both in China and globally.
Key Highlights:
1. Distinguished Speakers
The event will feature top coffee brands and representatives from sectors such as automotive, real estate, and fashion. Experts will engage in discussions on global specialty coffee culture with Chinese founders of local brands.
2. Industry Summit and Dialogue
Core topics include:
Brand Power: Showcasing leading and emerging brands.
Cross-Sector Fusion: Exploring coffee's innovative combinations with other industries.
Cultural Deepening: Enhancing specialty coffee culture.
Industry Empowerment: A special roundtable on Yunnan coffee, supporting local brands on the global stage.
3. Business Matchmaking
The Hongqiao International Coffee Harbor at Hongqiao 365 helps connect over 100 suppliers from 60 countries with more than 1,000 specialty coffee shops. This offers businesses the opportunity to find optimal partners and forge win-win collaborations.
Event Details:
Date and Time: May 16, 2025, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
Location: Tiankong Plaza, Building A, Hongqiao 365, No 1988 Shenkun Road, Minhang district, Shanghai
