MARYLAND AT
INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOWS
Meet Maryland at an International Trade Show
Maryland is represented across the globe at trade shows focused on industry sectors such as life sciences, cybersecurity and aerospace. Often, Maryland companies are invited to apply to join the Maryland delegation at these shows, and can leverage ExportMD Grant funds to offset the costs of attendance. See what upcoming shows Maryland is attending, and get more information on how your company can join.
List of Trade Shows Coming Soon…
DISCLAIMER: Funded in part through a grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration and in accordance with Section 632 of Public Law 117-328, Maryland’s total STEP program cost is $733,333 of which 75% is Federal Share of $550,000 and Non-Federal Share of $183,333.
Opportunities in Foreign Markets
Exhibit with the Southern United States Trade Association (SUSTA) at industry trade shows in key export markets. These opportunities are available at a discounted rate through USDA funding. Not a SUSTA member? Not a problem, join today!
Seafood Expo Global is the largest seafood event on the planet, attracting professionals from across the globe. In 2025, the expo hosted 35,400 industry professionals from 138 countries. U.S. fish and seafood exports totaled $976.15 million in 2024, highlighting strong opportunities in Europe and other global markets.
SIAL China is Asia’s largest food and beverage trade show, showcasing the latest trends and innovations in the regional food industry. The 2025 Shanghai event attracted over 180,000 visitors and 5,000 exhibitors from more than 75 countries, spanning sectors such as foodservice products, produce, and retail products. China is a key market for U.S. agricultural products, with exports totaling $24.65 billion in 2024.
Distilled Spirits Outbound Trade Mission to the UK & the Netherlands is your opportunity to meet one-on-one with prequalified buyers from these key markets. In 2024, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom were the #1 and #5 export markets for U.S. distilled spirits, reflecting strong and growing demand for American whiskies, Bourbon, and vodka.
Alimentec is Latin America’s leading food and beverage trade show, representing sectors such as processed foods, meats, poultry, seafood, dairy, bakery, beverages, produce, and food service. The 2024 event welcomed over 37,000 visitors from 55 countries and hosted 598 exhibitors. Colombia is a high-growth market for U.S. food exporters, with U.S. agricultural exports totaling $4.38 billion in 2024.
The China Outbound Trade Mission allows Southern U.S. companies to explore two major consumer markets in Beijing and Shenyang, focusing on foodservice products, produce, and retail products such as grocery items, canned goods, wine/beer, non-alcoholic beverages, dairy, snacks, and ready-to-eat foods. China remains a key destination for U.S. agriculture, importing over $5 billion in consumer-oriented products in 2024.
The Hong Kong Outbound Trade Mission gives Southern U.S. companies access to one of Asia’s top food and beverage markets, focusing on foodservice and retail products such as specialty foods, beverages, sauces, condiments, health foods, seafood & meat, and snacks. Hong Kong imported over $1.4 billion in U.S. products in 2024, offering strong growth opportunities for Southern U.S. brands.