Trade Promotion Council of India

India - UK - Europe Buyer-Seller Meet
2025-10-01 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Tehran
The Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) is pleased to announce the India–UK Buyer Seller Meet (BSM), bringing together leading Indian food & beverage (F&B) exporters and prominent UK importers, distributors, and retail chains. This high-powered B2B engagement comes at a historic moment — following the finalisation of the India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on October 1, 2025.
With the UK recognised as a premium, high-value, and trend-sensitive market, the FTA ushers in a new era of bilateral trade relations, offering duty-free access for most major Indian F&B exports and phased tariff reductions on UK’s premium products.
Why Participate India – UK – Europe Buyer Seller Meet?

Maximise FTA advantages: Cereals, spices, tea, coffee, seafood, and processed foods now enjoy zero-duty access to the UK.
Tap into high-growth niches: Ethnic, organic, plant-based, health-oriented, and ready-to-eat segments are in rising demand.
Connect with premium buyers: Engage directly with UK-based importers, modern trade chains, and specialty retailers.
Strengthen competitiveness: Leverage simplified rules of origin, faster approvals, and reduced compliance costs.

India–UK F&B Trade Snapshot

India’s F&B exports to UK (2019–2024): Grew from US$ 690.4 million to US$ 966.1 million (CAGR 6.9%).
Top exports:

Cereals (21% share) – US$ 203.7 million
Tea, coffee, spices – US$ 164.8 million
Marine products – US$ 106.7 million
Ready-to-eat foods & condiments – US$ 88.6 million
Vegetables, roots & tubers – US$ 76.1 million
Fruit & nut preparations – US$ 72.1 million

India’s F&B imports from UK (2024): US$ 367 million, with 92% from alcoholic beverages (whisky, gin, etc.).

India–Europe F&B Trade Snapshot (2019–2024)

Export Growth: India’s food & beverage exports to Europe rose from US $ 4.4 billion (2019) to US $ 6.13 billion (2024), achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 6%.
Top Export Categories in 2024:

Coffee, Tea & Spices – US $ 1.30 billion (21% share)
Fish & Aquatic Products – US $ 1.17 billion (19% share)
Cereals – US $ 547 million (9% share)
Oilseeds & Seeds – US $ 461 million (8% share)
Fruits & Nuts – US $ 451 million (7% share)
Edible Fats & Oils – US $ 385 million (6% share)
Miscellaneous Edible Preparations – US $ 380 million (6% share)
Processed Fruits & Vegetables – US $ 358 million (6% share)

Opportunities Post-FTA

Zero tariffs on Indian cereals, spices, tea, coffee, seafood, and processed food exports.
Scope to expand in millets, frozen ready-to-cook, organic, and sustainably packaged products.
Rising UK demand for plant-based, healthy, and premium ethnic offerings.
Phased tariff cuts on UK premium alcoholic beverages from 150% to 40% over 10 years, opening possibilities for joint ventures and distribution partnerships.

Event Highlights

Format: One-on-one pre-scheduled B2B meetings.
Participants: Leading Indian F&B exporters & top UK buyers.
Objective: Facilitate trade partnerships, joint ventures, and long-term supply arrangements.
Coverage: Grains, spices, tea & coffee, bakery & confectionery, seafood, processed foods, beverages, ready-to-eat, health foods, ethnic sweets & snacks, and more.

B2B Meeting Schedule

Date
Event

1 October 2025
BSM at London, UK

4 October 2025
BSM at Cologne, Germany

Participation Charges

Package
Cost (per person)
Inclusions

Delegate Package – United Kingdom & Germany
(London & Cologne)
TPCI Members: ₹2,50,000 + 18% GST
Non-Members: ₹3,20,000 + 18% GST

B2B Meetings Only
Luncheon during business hours on BSM days
Visa facilitation for UK & Germany
Visa Fee Excluded

Only BSM – London, UK
TPCI Members: ₹1,50,000 + 18% GST
Non-Members: ₹2,30,000 + 18% GST

B2B Meetings Only
Luncheon during business hours on BSM day
Visa Fee Excluded

Only BSM – Cologne, Germany
TPCI Members: ₹1,25,000 + 18% GST
Non-Members: ₹1,85,000 + 18% GST

B2B Meetings Only
Luncheon during business hours on BSM day
Visa Assistance (if applied before deadline)
Visa Fee Excluded

Notes

Valid IEC is mandatory.
One person per company at subsidized price is allowed.
Member subsidy is on a first-come-first-serve basis.
B2B meetings only (no exhibition space included).
Luncheon included during business hours on BSM days.
Visa facilitation/assistance provided — visa fee excluded.

Application & Payment
Please apply with the duly filled form attached along with the DD/Cheque of the complete amount in favour of “Trade Promotion Council of India” payable at New Delhi to secure the subsidized rate.

Last date to apply: 20 August 2025.

Join Us
Be part of a landmark trade engagement at India – UK Buyer Seller Meet that combines the strengths of India’s diverse and competitive F&B sector with the UK’s sophisticated consumer market. This BSM is your opportunity to expand market share, build strong business relationships, and unlock the full potential of the India–UK FTA.
For Registration contact us at:
BHANU K VASHISHTHADirectorM: (91) 9205883423E: bhanu.v@tpci.in
